Very friendly & helpful staff. Nice, clean and quite. This is a huge library. Great parking lot and…read morefree wifi.

Beautiful preserved piece of history right in Riverside Public Library. The charm of it, it's like…read morestepping back in time. Preserving history and inside , books to teach the history, and further promoting learning, education and in my opinions Values. They have a nice bike stand outside and plenty of street parking for free. Books are so essential for our minds , and overall good healthy. Longevity.

Love this library! It's straight out of a storybook! Plenty of study space, great staff, and a…read morewonderful genealogy collection. Top marks for this beautiful library!

I came down from Milwaukee to conduct some foundation research for my grant writing business and…read morethe staff were very friendly and helpful. They got me set up with a visitor ID so I could log in to a terminal however I would recommend bringing your own laptop and just logging in with their wifi. The terminals are only good for 1-2 hours and if you need to be there a full day it's better to just log in on your own laptop; you'll have the same access to everything as on the terminals. Put in a good 6 hours here and got a lot of good research done. The building itself is gorgeous and spacious and fronts a lively little park next to their walkable downtown area. It was a day well spent.

A 3 level library that has plenty of space to read or use some of the free resources. I was unable…read moreto acquire a library card because I'm not a resident of Oak Park, which was off putting but I was still allowed to utilize everything inside. At times it wasn't as quiet as I would expect a library to be but I will come back a visit this library.

This library has a decent selection of books and movies to choose from. I like the fact of how much…read moreof the inside has changed since I was a kid who used to frequent here sometimes after school.

I have been the patron of a few COOK-COUNTY libraries throughout my life. But none of those…read morelibraries has been as helpful and welcoming as the Stickney Forest View Public Library. The team of people they've assembled truly are remarkable and amazing at what they do. The facility keeps getting upgrades frequently, showing that they are ever evolving with the times and committed to providing the best for the community. They have a great children's section with a wide array of materials (books, audiobooks, video games, science kits, etc.) and programming for elementary age kids. My own children are not old enough to frequent the teen area of the library but I'm sure that when they are, they will appreciate having a small section of the library for kids of that age as well. We're glad to be able to frequent the SFVPL for many years to come!

Clean, bright and quiet. haha. Nice selection of movies for a $1! Helpful staff. Printing is cheap,…read morenot worth buying a printer, and you're supporting your local library :-). The selection of books mirrors the diverse community in Bridgeview. There is a nice selection of books about the Middle East in arabic, books about Slovakia in slovak and english, as well as some books in Polish. The history section also has books that pertain to the various cultures that call our community home.

Helpful staff, lots of kids activities, and its an amazing place to multitask (study, and get other…read morethings done)

Brand new library in town with 5 study rooms plus meeting rooms you can reserve. Love visiting here…read morewhen I need a quiet space to study and read. It's a beautiful space! My local library is currently under construction and Brookfield is a great alternative to visit.

4 and a half stars for an excellent library! Although tiny, Brookfield Public Library is very…read moremighty! The staff are exceptional, always available to assist and help you find something. If you want to inter library something, staff will help and make sure you get it. They also have dollar forgiveness Sunday's which will allow you to pay only $1 if you have a ton of late fees.....but of course, I would never have to utilize this deal! Hint, hint, wink, wink. The children's programs are great here, and I have proof as all three of my children have attended Book Babies, Terrific 2's and 3's, and Fabulous 4's and 5's, and all 3 turned out fairly well....for the most part. They also have other community offerings such as kids craft sessions and Mini Musicians with Ms. Clara, which is also an excellent asset to the Brookfield community in itself. This library recently had the Taste of Brookfield, which was absolutely great! It was a ton of fun with various local vendors such as Burger Antics, Irish Times, Brookfield Ale House, and other establishments providing both food, beer, and wine tastings at one price per person. All of the vendors were very liberal with the food and booze, that I can remember since the beer was definitely flowing. Ha, ha! The proceeds went to the Friends of the Library, very beneficial for them. This is my local library and I continue to utilize their great programs. Definitely a wonderful asset to the Brookfield Community.

My kids and I have been visiting the Lyons Library (they also frequent Riverside library but only…read moreare vocally disrespectful at Lyons because they are buddies with the director) for about two years. There's a particular group of nannies that often gather there, and I've noticed some behavior that feels unkind and exclusive. Today, one of the nannies used a slur to describe my child to another nanny, right in front of the children. I decided to approach the director about it, as I believe it's important to address these situations. Unfortunately, this isn't the first time I've experienced issues; there have been instances where nannies have allowed their kids to hit my children or take things from them, and my attempts to speak to them directly haven't been very effective. When I spoke to Dan, he mentioned that he doesn't see this as a problem and suggested that since these nannies have been coming for longer, I should consider going elsewhere. Even when I tried to express that Mr. Rogers or Daniel Tiger would be disappointed by such behavior, he didn't seem to recognize the reference. It seems like a gentle reminder about kindness and compassion could really make a difference. It's important to remember that children are innocent and impressionable. If the adults around them display unkind behavior, the children may mimic that. Segregation and exclusion in a place like the library can deeply affect kids, especially those who may already feel different or marginalized. When certain groups are treated as outsiders, it can create feelings of isolation and inadequacy. Children are very perceptive; they notice social cues and the dynamics at play. When they see some groups being favored while others are overlooked, it sends a message that they aren't valued. The library is meant to be a safe space for learning and exploration, and it's so important that all children feel included and accepted. I have a degree in Early Childhood Education, have been a caregiver for over 10 years, and run a nonprofit that teaches inclusivity and kindness in children. As a mother, I feel deeply for my kids when they are hurt, and I simply want to ask everyone to be mindful of their words and actions. A little kindness can go a long way in creating a welcoming environment for all.

I swear this isn't a library, it's a daycare center. Most of the floor is cleared for toddlers…read morerunning around screaming: the library is for everyone, so what ever happened to keeping it down while in the library? Adults standing around not telling them to be quiet, including parents and employees. I even saw the manager just standing there. No renewals possible on the DVDs I checked out, of I had realized that at the time I wouldn't have checked them out.

Patti is the best. Her programs are amazing and the room is small but always very packed so that…read moresays something about her. Over 25 years and so many families that have been touched by her kindness and generosity. Thank you for always supporting the community.

I attend to story time for first time with my kids my 1 year old and 6 years old educated kids…read more I was welcomed in the most rude way also my 1 year old was called out for grabbing a small toy class hasn't even started Yet. Women shouldn't be working with kids if you don't have patients or education to be around kids.

It's been a longggg time since I visited a library. Have found a new appreciation for it as an…read moreadult. First time back was for craft night making paper puffs from tissue paper. We've been back to a few other adult craft & game nights since, and really enjoy what the local library has to offer. Different activities are hosted monthly by the library and they are really fun! Christina is so creative with the monthly crafts, and such a lovely person to be around. Everyone gets a good laugh and gets to unwind. A few other librarians, like Gabe and Cat, go above and beyond to answer any questions you may have. Sorry I can't remember the rest of the librarians, but you are all so great! Love visiting my local library! Also, can't wait for the remodel of the library to be done next year.

Lovely facility, newly renovated, with really friendly, helpful staff…read more Unlike other libraries in the area, they are an official affiliate library for LDS FamilySearch genealogy research where you are able to access records that are restricted from general public access on their website. I have visited a couple times and staff has been exceptionally helpful in getting me up and running. The negative reviews here seem to come from Grumpy Old People who don't check facility hours before coming or expect them to provide income tax service.

A wonderful library in North Riverside. A very pleasant and warm decor. For a medium size library…read morethough, it has all the amenities. Including nice views of a small golf course, and a section of library activities. Whoever thought you could borrow cake mold pans, golf clubs, fishing poles, and lots more. Very pleasant, helpful staff. Look them up for all they offer.

I am not afraid of storms for I am learning how to sail my…read moreship... Louisa May Alcott lovely library... Thank You All.