When I say I haven't been here in 20 years, I am not lying! This was a weekly visit for me when I…read morewas in my early twenties and lived in the downtown area. I've always loved reading but I fell off once I had kids. But I have recently fell back in love with it and so have my kids who have been begging me to get them library cards. This time around I just had my youngest with me and it was an adventure. It really is hard to see all of the homeless around here and feel excited about entering a building where you have to navigate around them to get in but it is what it is and you do what you gotta do. It was so nostalgic for me entering this building after so long. It was just how I remembered it but it does seem as though there aren't as many books on shelves as it use to be. I get it because I am a strictly kindle ebook reader now and a bit of a germaphobe. The staff was friendly and helpful and made my daughter's first experience at the library a great one. She was able to quickly find five books to check out and is excited to return to get some more.

Went for the book sale. It was a welcoming environment. I wasn't able to explore much of the…read morelibrary but I can see they are doing renovations. Looking forward to coming back when renovations are complete.

I have not stepped foot into a library in about 12 years! I use to go every other week but once I…read morehad kids, there just was not enough time. In this day and age, everything is done online...including reading a book. I exclusively use the kindle app which means I'm usually reading on my phone or one of my kindles. A few months ago my Hoopla app stopped allowing me to rent books so I was forced to go to the library. Although there are not nearly as many books in the library as there were in my hey day, the library was extremely clean and very well organized. I got myself all squared away but will be returning soon to sign my kids up for their library cards especially after seeing their extensive manga section, which they both love.

This is my kid's favorite place to go in town. They're so friendly stuff. I really enjoyed them…read more They have a service for kids at 3 o'clock and 5 o'clock during the week which is really nice and helpful to a lot of us families. They have a great playroom that people can be imaginary. My kid doesn't even pay attention to book so it's nice to have a book and then read for like a minute or so haven't played for a couple minutes and have them read and go back back-and-forth. It's a really good time to have outside and not in front of the screen.

Cal State Bakersfield has a wonderful campus and library. All the resources and info you need is…read morehere. They have up to date computers, laptops, books, magazines, you name it. Professional staff work here to help out with any situation you have. Very good library.

it's a beautiful library! lots of study space and lots of free seating and outlets. only thing is,…read moreno wifi for guests so I just had to hotspot. they can assign you a desktop computer but no wifi :( also $5 to park

I was a female student at Taft College in the TIL program for about six months. For some students,…read moreI think this program could be a great fit--but for others, I would strongly advise caution. My experience was mixed. Academically, the program was good. As a high-functioning autistic adult, I found the classes manageable and the teachers fair. I appreciated the opportunity to learn and felt capable in that area. However, most of my challenges came from the living and social environment. I was placed with a roommate who was very difficult to live with. We had ongoing financial issues, and she often would not pay me back unless staff enforced it. I constantly had to reinforce my boundaries, which created stress and conflict. I also want to add that during my time in the program, I made an effort to be kind and inclusive. I was a friend to students who had little to no friends, and I tried to support others who felt left out. This is an important part of who I am, and it felt overlooked when decisions were made about me. The biggest issue was my dismissal from the program. I was removed unexpectedly due to accusations of bullying. From my perspective, I was reacting to being verbally attacked by a male student. In one incident, he was cussing me out and called me a "bitch ass" after I asked him to reimburse me for an Uber ride. I did make a mistake by impulsively calling his girlfriend names in response, but I feel the situation was not handled fairly. Other students were involved in conflicts, including incidents involving physical aggression, yet they were given more leniency. It felt like the program expected immediate behavioral progress, which doesn't align with how my disability works. I do make progress, but it takes time. Growth isn't instant, and there are ups and downs. I didn't feel that the staff understood or supported that. Instead, I felt singled out and held to a different standard. I met with the program director, Megan, who said I didn't need 24/7 support but rather more one-on-one guidance--something the program didn't seem to offer consistently. That made the decision to remove me even more confusing. If I didn't require full-time supervision, why not adjust my support instead of dismissing me? There were also concerns about fairness and consistency. At times, it felt like favoritism influenced decisions. Some behaviors were tolerated in other students but not in me, which created a sense of inequality and frustration. The community aspect had positives--I did connect with other students with disabilities--but there was limited interaction with general education students, which reduced opportunities for inclusion. I also found transportation policies overly restrictive. For example, we had to submit detailed trip plans even for nearby cities, despite being capable of traveling independently. Meanwhile, general education students did not have these requirements, which felt unfair. Another issue was a lack of responsiveness from management. My request for a roommate change was not taken seriously, which contributed to ongoing problems. Additionally, weekends were often unstructured and isolating, leading to boredom and limited engagement. Overall, I believe this program may work well for students who are very quiet, have strong impulse control, and minimal mental health challenges. However, for students who need time, flexibility, and individualized behavioral support, the disciplinary approach may not be effective. This was my personal experience as a student with high-functioning autism, and I hope it helps others make an informed decision

LOVE AND LOVE THE BOOK STORE!!! Amazing staff everywhere and I just feel so welcomed. I love being…read morehere.

I really enjoyed visiting this library with my kids! There's a whole kids section downstairs, which…read moremakes it nice when my kids want to be excited while looking at books. I wasn't afraid of them being too loud for the other visitors. There were a bunch of other kids having a good time doing arts and crafts when we visited. A male librarian helped my son find the graphic novels and even recommended some which we ended up checking out. They have a wide selection of books and sitting areas for the kids. Everything was organized so well. I was very impressed.

Love the old building and it's in great shape. Spacious and nice ambiance. Helpful staff. Great…read morelocation.

This library rocks. It is a state-of-the-art facility, gorgeous and a pleasure to visit. Not only…read moreis there free wi-fi, the building is designed to be welcoming, user-friendly and to facilitate research and learning. Computer lab? Yes. Super cute children's room? You betcha. Friendly helpful librarians? You got it. Fireplace? Uh-huh. As you can see in the pictures, this library was very well designed to make a beautiful and calming atmosphere. Lucky patrons! Everyone and anyone in this area should come here as much as possible. Congratulations, Kern County, on doing something very, very right.

This library is great! It offers a lot of services and it is always clean and organized. The staff…read moreis always very nice and helpful, except for 2 people, but I just try to avoid them. I don't need any bad energy so that's what I do when I go there. My son loves the library as well. They have fun stuff going on for kids and adults regularly. I enjoy going there for books or whenever I need to print something. One complaint I do have is the 2 staff member's costumer service skills. One is a manager, and that's really unfortunate because that says a lot about them. I tried filing a complaint and I got treated like my complaint was irrelevant and like I was lying or exaggerating. Marie will NOT listen and will not believe what you are saying. It is a COUNTY job! Train your employee to be more professional and you won't have to deal with complaints!

It's a Great Library for All ages. The Culture of the books to read are endless to explore!!…read moreThere's activities to play with and be a part of as well.

most wholesome place in delass, been going here since a youngsta and it's so chill. highly…read morerecommend if u tryna learn some or just kick it

I like how the Paso Robles Carnegie Library and city hall share a building. The library outgrew its…read moreoriginal location, which was established in 1908 and relocated in 1998, and it is in the City Park. Be sure to visit the library's gift shop and check out the historical library.

I love the Paso Robles Public Library! It is everything a library should be - well stocked,…read moreattentive, helpful staff, quiet, good computer and fax/scan machines, and great location in the town square and park with many great coffee and eating establishments.

Book-lovers' paradise! Books are well-organised, the catalog is well-maintained and the staff…read moremembers are very helpful. I always end up finding new books everytime I go. PS- their book sale is worth checking out, and so is their honor books section!

Take a sojourn to the land of literature! I am quite fond of libraries, and Goleta Valley is no…read moreexception! I don't just adore this community gem because I'm a bibliophile, but because of the variety of enrichment and resources it offers. Staff are consistently kind, knowledgeable and helpful. The usual books, periodicals, compact discs, dvd, etc. are available to check out. There are also books, dvds and cds for sale at bargain basement prices in the entryway. We always find something we can't say no to. There are so many programs for kids and adults, including the summer reading program, for which there are raffle prizes, art exhibits, informational events, literary events and much more. The access to digital resources is immense, including catalogs of digital movies, music and audiobooks a member can access at home or on the go through a mobile device. There is a parking lot, including disabled parking availability, and the building is accessible, which is important. We are so grateful for our local library!

Before there was internet, I loved going to libraries. Nowadays, though, most folks use the…read moreinternet to research and not the libraries. This library on Baker St. does have a few computers so you can surf the net as long as you have a library card number. I stopped by recently because I had some time to kill before going to work. This library is only open twice a week. Currently, they are open Mondays and Tuesdays from 11am to 6pm. The most impressive thing about the Baker St. Library is the architecture. It opened on July 8, 1915 so that makes it 109 years old!!!! Wowza!! In April 1981, the Baker Branch was listed on the National Register of Historic Places!! Very impressive!! Come and check them out!!

Absolutely obsessed with this gorgeous library within the KCL system…read more The Baker Branch is one of the oldest, and mostly all original, libraries still operating here in Bakersfield. Opening its doors in 1915, this stunning building was designed by a local architect and built by local artisans. Everything here screams historical beauty. No wonder it was added to the National Register of Historic Places, one of just a few here in Kern County. As of April 2023, it's only open two days a week (Monday and Tuesdays) 11am to 6pm. If you love libraries as much as I do and want to support in increasing their hours encourage local politicians to provide more funding for these community hubs. Take a detour to Old Town Kern and check out this beauty. With plenty of activities and super friendly librarians plus gorgeous original architecture, you'll be glad you did.