Tips for being studious at Rutherford Library NORTH:…read more 1) The 2nd, 4th, and 5th floors are quiet zones! 2) You can print, scan, fax, or do anything computer related her 3) There are librarians on duty to assist you finding resources 4) Water refill station on the first floor directly outside the doors 5) You can channel the ghosts of past studious people/smart people 6) Outlets everywhere 7) Come from 8AM - 1PM or 5PM - 9PM, peak times for finding space to study 8) Open until 9PM 9) Free guest wifi Tips for Rutherford SOUTH: 1) Not as many places to sit/fewer outlets so get there early 2) Great for group work as you can spread out and there are more tables 3) Decor will help you feel studious asf 4) Open until 9PM 5) Free wifi I've been in Rutherford all day everyday for the past week or so trying to suck up the energy of previous scholars. It's a good vibe, quiet, well-light, and perfect for parking yourself there for long periods of time. Nothing beats Rutherford to me. I'm not even a University student anymore and here I am! North will always be the superior side to me because I'm more of a lone wolf. It's also close to HUB for people who need food/a study break.

The university has a plethora of study spaces, but for me Rutherford is the best. Rutherford South…read moreoffers many options of plug-ins for your laptop though there could be more. The ground floor spaces tend to be noisier that floors 2-5. My imagination loves the tight narrow lines of bookshelves on the floors. It reminds me of scenes from Ghostbusters. I half expect Slimer to pop out any second. Speaking of ghost stories, Rutherford North has the distinction of being the only place in my life where I felt like I had a semi-haunted experience. Many years ago I was in the basement looking at some rare books and heard faint whispering in the background. There appeared to be nobody else in the vicinity, but there were clear sounds of a whispered conversation going on. It made the hairs on the back of my head stand up and I still get a little spooked when using the basement washrooms in the North. Of course the experience coincided with having been up the entire previous night finishing off a paper, so the psyche was a bit scrambled! The reading room in Rutherford North is my favourite place to study. It's quiet but not too quiet and it's got a ton of character.

So happy to have this new library in my neighbourhood. I popped in yesterday to do some printing…read moreand was so pleasantly surprised with how busy it was. From outside it's a quirky building and inside it's really well laid out with computers, printers, makers space, of course books and a welcoming reception area. I nipped in to do some printing but can't wait to come back and spend some time here. The parking lot has plug ins which I thought was a nice touch. There is also plenty of street parking too.

MOVED! No longer in the mall, and in a brand new accessible building. Open now, but the Grand…read moreOpening November 23 10:30am-noon. Check out the event https://www.yelp.ca/events/edmonton-capilano-library-grand-opening I haven't had a chance to drop in but everyone I've spoken with has been very pleased with the innovative design. I WILL be going soon to see the high ceilings, windows and facilities for myself!

I love that I can borrow books and read them off my phone using the Libby app. So cool. I put my…read morephone screen on dark mode and read for a few minutes in bed on my way to dreamland. This gives me a way to read that doesn't disturb my partner while letting me brush away the cares of the day from my busy mind. My eyes start to close and I turn my phone off. I don't need to go to the library to get a good book, I can get one instantly from a list of available books. Did I say how much I love Libby? I love Libby! Libby helps me keep track of characters in murder mysteries, it allows me to check the meaning of a newly encountered word, it also lets me highlight sections and take notes for the next time I borrow a book that I might read again. If I want to see a picture of some plant or architectural feature or type of hat mentioned in the text, Libby makes it easy to google for an image. Yes I love Libby.

I had to get a new card. Mine was old and not linked to my email…read more I was helped immediately by super friendly staff. Hooray, I'm all updated. Great service. I was also helped with requesting a novel into circulation. There are so many things you can do online. Cool site. This location rocks. It's in an historic building. It's busy but quiet. I like to sit downstairs and read magazines. I also like the foreign language education C.Ds selection. Upstairs there are rooms to host community events and special interests. Open on Sunday. Good hours.

This is a review for the new location of the Leduc Public Library, which is attached to the north…read moreside of the Civic Center, right next to where the original library was. Unfortunately, I tried calling the library to get a physical address of the new library location but the lady I spoke to didn't have one. If you turn to park at the Alexandra Arena though the new library is in the same parking lot. It's a huge building and pretty hard to miss. Part of me was sad when I found out the old library was closing, because that's where I spent a lot of time as a kid (yes, I am a book nerd), but I've been to the new library a few times now and it is awesome. The building is much bigger than the original (18,000 square feet according to an article in the paper) and it is something Leduc really needs. It has a more modern design than the old library with glass windows on the front and the west side. It makes the library look brighter and more open. There are plenty of computers around for looking up books, and just like before the library is hooked up to the TRAC system so you can put a hold on any available library item in the province. The library has lots of seating including desks with power outlets and a long counter with high bar style chairs along the west side of the building, which overlooks the Civic Centre reservoir (and currently the construction area for the splash park). At the back wall is a gas fireplace with a seating arrangement of several comfortable armchairs and side tables. The fireplace wasn't going when I went, likely because it was pretty nice outside, but when it was colder it was going. There are also two rows of computer work desks with internet near the front. The back is also where the washrooms are. The old library washrooms were a one single bathroom (one male, one female) and you needed a key from the librarian to unlock the door. These washrooms don't require a key. It's just like a regular bathroom with stalls. I don't know about the men's washroom, but the women's washroom had 5 toilets and three sinks. The washroom also uses eco-friendly flush toilets, and there's a small step for little kids to use the sink. The library also has two self-checkout counter, as well as a main staffed checkout/information desk at the front. The self-checkout is easy to use. You scan your barcode and enter your pin. Then you scan your items and you can choose whether or not to get a receipt. You can also renew books and check your account at the self-checkouts. One thing the new location doesn't have (yet) is wording on the sides of the shelves to let you know what section you're in (fiction, nonfiction, etc). Of course on the sides of the books, and on the front of the multimedia items there is still the Dewey Decimal information. From what I could tell the kids and young adult stuff is on far left side, then there's the nonfiction section, then to the right of that is fiction, and finally close the right wall are multimedia and reference section. Holds to pick up are near the front of the library, as are large print and nonEnglish books. I'm sure the library will put the sections on the sides of the shelves eventually. Some of the shelves are barer than before, but I think that's just because there's so much more space than at the old location. As more items come in the shelves will seem less bare. The library staff has been really helpful and friendly since I've come to the new library. They've always said hi or asked if I need help finding something or using the self-checkout. While there's been quite a few people in the library when I've gone I haven't found it any noisier or busier than before. Actually because the space is so big it seems quieter. The library still offers different programs for kids and meetings for different events, but I didn't use or see any of the private meeting areas so I can't comment on that Important things to know. - You need a pin to use the self-checkout. You can ask for help if you don't remember your pin or need to set one up. - There are return slots inside the library and on the outside of the building at the front. There isn't a drive-thru return slot anymore. - There are steps to get up to the library as well as a ramp for those with mobility issues. - Library fines, as far as I know, still have to be paid in cash. No debit or credit. - The library has free WiFi, and there are computers with Internet. The computers with internet are only available until 30 minutes before closing. - As of this review date, library cards are still free to residents of Leduc. - You can no longer access the library through the Civic Centre. - The parking lot is the same one at the Alex Arena, and when there's events at the Alex hockey games, etc. it could get a bit busy.

All I have to say is that I am so glad that I have re-discovered the library! I haven't been to a…read morelibrary in about 15 years, and I am so glad to live in a community with such a beautiful location. This library is huge! I did find the shelves a little bare when I first walked through, but no worries! You can just request a book and they will bring it in for you. I found that there are a lot of places to sit, whether it's at a table or on the couches. My favorite spot is by the fireplace, but I'm not the only one who likes it there. The only down side is that I found it a little loud for a library, especially later in the afternoon once the kids were out of school. A library, in my opinion, should not be an after school daycare with kids running around and yelling. I found it hard to concentrate and there were students trying to study that found it distracting and ended up just leaving. Other then that I absolutely love it here and look forward to many visits in the future.

Jasper Park ~ The…read morephotos say it all. Bright, spacious, nooks & crannies. Computer terminal & jig saw puzzles (ha!) The puzzle may be temporary ~ we've worked on two different puzzles in the past month. The teen area upstairs is cool. You can check out comics, manga and more !! Cozy up with your tea and a magazine while the sun kisses your nose ~ inside or on their second story enclosed patio. I highly anticipated the opening of this library. The first year after its opening, I felt the interior lacked warmth. Five years later this gem established loyal visitors, those visitors and the new, bring a pulse ~ a warmth. This is one of several Edmonton library's i highly recommend. The librarians are fun & informative ~ and patient with our never ending requests to bring in BOOKS ! Check them out !!

"Spoiler Alert"!!! Love kids!!!…read moreRaised two children to a adulthood! The facility is not a "Day Care" or a "Play Ground"!! Parents sitting, on the phone, texting! Kids running, screaming........ for hours being ignored by parents! Staff.........????? Courteous, helpful and very pleasant!! I understand...... Parents, children does not give you the right to be disrespectful towards others!!! There are parenting courses, better yet, try grabbing a book and read to your children!!! Mine started school knowing how to read!!!! ,

Very clean and large community library. Nice pretend play area and sensory section for toddlers and…read morekids. They have quiet study rooms to be reserved for use. Love the self-checkout for the books, and the staff is very helpful. I had inquired if we could borrow books during our short stay. Unfortunately, like any library, you have to have an Alberta ID in order to get a library card. Thankfully, my dad came along, and we applied for one for him so my girls could borrow books while we are in town. And new applicants get a nice book tote bag for free.

My first visit here and we really did have a fire evacuation? Gosh that was a LOUD noise! That…read moresaid, this branch is beautifully constructed, in a lovely park and has ample parking (yes the parking lot might be a bit confusing but oh well). The room that we had booked for our meeting was quite large and there was a good amount of seating for our group. The lighting here was lovely and this branch seemed busy enough but not overwhelmingly so when we were here. If I lived closer, I'm sure I would visit more frequently. I'm glad EPL has such great library branches!

I love libraries in general, and smaller ones really make me feel "at home" and happy. This year…read morethe library cards are free for everyone - what more could a bibliophile desire? The online site is fantastic, very detailed, easy to navigate, allowing you to browse not only books but lists compiled by staff and borrowers to help you find items similar to your tastes as well as introduce you to books you may never have considered. You can create your own lists, maintain a "for later" section, place holds, and be notified via email when they are ready for pickup. The library itself is bright and cheery, with comfortable seating, an extensive large print section, lots of dvds and movies, a fun childrens area, multiple self-checkout kiosks, and helpful staff. Couldn't ask for more!

LOVE love LOVE this library!…read more For a small town library, it totally rocks! The kids area is great - complete with a Arthurian tent to phone a mystery phone recording on, a wooden bus you can sit on with your kids, and plenty of natural light. They have a phenomenal summer reading program for kiddos! The adult sections are pretty good and if they don't have what you want they can order it in from another library. I love how it's conveniently located in City Hall. It's nice to stop in for a break from the Farmer's Market on a hot summer's day. There is a beautiful winding staircase to the second level or an elevator if you prefer - my toddler likes to do both, severl times, every visit! The only thing that would make this library better is if the memberships were free - I mean come on St. Albert, the taxes are HIGH enough to warrant a free library membership :-)

I never would have known that this place existed... had it not been for taking my nieces to…read moregymnastics the other night, which happened to be at the Keephills Community Library. I know, right... gymnastics at a library! It turns out, attached to the library just so happens to be 2 gyms that are used for gymnastics. They're actually really large! One can be used 100% for all of the gymnastics and even has a rock wall. The attached 2nd gym has a stage as well so can be used for many things. The librarian is super friendly and helpful with the kids while they wait for their time for their gym times. This hidden gem is worth checking out!

Amazing highly recommended but it's just the books take too long to wait for like one time I placed…read morean order for a book in march and it came in July I just guess people like the book so much (it give people turns to use the book for a week there are more than 1 copy of every book)

I've been to this library a couple of times and really liked it. I was searching for old newspaper…read morearticles and found their periodical section very orderly, and easily found what I was looking for. Like most libraries, it's quiet here, but the nice thing, is the traffic is also fairly light, so there isn't the same in-out commotion of larger branches, so I guess you could say it's quieter than many libraries. They also have a nice selection of audio and video here. The staff are friendly and very helpful. I also liked this branch because it was clean, new and very bright with comfy, big chairs. This is a great way to pass a few hours on a free afternoon, just you and words on a page. Sounds decadent to me!