The Bartholomew County Library is another amazing functional architectural structure in Columbus,…read moreIndiana. The building was designed by I. M. Pei in 1969 with an addition by James Paris in 1987. What I noticed first was an incredible sculpture that stands in the Library plaza. The sculpture, known as Large Arch, was created by Henry Moore in 1971. Inside the library are high ceilings with a modern and spacious feel. There are large sections of adult books on the first and second floor. On the first floor are public computers, newspapers and other resources. There is a large teen area with skylights and comfy seating. In the basement are conference and a class room and an incredible children's library, complete with play areas and a puppet show stage. There is an outdoor patio off of the children's section. On the second floor is a indoor garden atrium that brings in natural light. The staff is helpful. There is a space where they sell excess and used books. There were several oil paintings by notable Hoosier artists. There is also a small veteran tribute near the front entrance. There is free parking on the west and back sides of the facility. I would put this library at the top of the Indiana libraries that I have visited.

Very nice, well kept, clean, and organized library. Lots of books and free use computers. Friendly…read moreand helpful staff can help you find what you seek. Cool large piece of artwork on the grounds. Nice place to find a real book versus an online book, for those who prefer the old fashion way of reading, ha. Plenty of relaxing and comfy private seating along with nice tables for multi book researching. Located downtown and walking distance to many other businesses.

What a wonderful place! After following their on-line events (due to Covid), I was finally able to…read morego in person and see it with my own eyes. And, well, now I'm a member! It's as gorgeous in person as I had hoped and I can easily see myself going on rainy afternoons to browse, read, or work...they have WIFI and allow people to bring in food. And, of course, I'll continue to partake in the zoom lectures until live music and readings can resume. The most magical part? Listening to the sounds of the city waft in through the open windows, like the bell from the trolley, and imagining what it was like to live in Cincinnati when the Mercacntile Library got its start. Also, fun fact: The library has a 10,000 year lease and they pay $1 a year for the space thanks to Alfonso Taft, President W.H. Taft's father.

Finally got a membership here in my 3rd year of working downtown and it's the best $65 I've spent…read morein 2025. There's so many cool events for both members and non-members. I've found books both popular and obscure. And it's free to come in, look around, and soak in the Hogwarts-esque energy. Which is even better after the recent extensive renovations.

This library has a small town feel with a big sense of community…read more As with most public libraries in Indiana, the Shelby County Public Library's roots were enabled by a $20,000 grant from Andrew Carnegie in 1901. The original Neo-Classical building opened June 1903 in Shelbyville and bears Carnegie's name. The limestone facility has undergone several renovations and expansions resulting in today's library complex, which includes the main building and annex. The main building houses adult books, dvd's, and other reading materials. There are a few tables and comfy chairs to study or read. The older Carnegie portion houses large print books and retains some of the original woodwork and leaded-glass doors. The lower level of the library houses the Children's library collection with play, learning areas and publicly available computers. The area has a recently added sensory wall. During my visit, the area was packed with boisterous children and parents for a summer event. There was a distinct energy in the space. To the east of the main building, the annex houses genealogy and history resources. The staff is busy helping patrons throughout the complex. The sprawling, busy library has a campus feel. Patrons come to socialize as well as find reading material. There is a lovely courtyard behind the main building with dedicated parking. Additional free street parking is available in front of the buildings.

This library is easy to find and located close to a CVS, not far from Walmart or fast food…read moreestablishments. The computer room is across the street which is highly inconvenient. There are several tables but, they lack a lot of outlets for those with laptops. They are unaware of hope to operate the scanning machine. They are nice to talk with and very willing to assist you but, they lack a lot of knowledge when it comes to higher levels of technological needs.

My family and patronized this library since it opened 12 years ago. I like it that it is opened…read morelate at night to cater to everyone. It is also open during the weekends. I currently have a book club, and this library offers book club kit which you have to sign up online to avail of this service. This place is huge! It has everything you are possibly looking for, if the library don't have it onsite the librarian can help you look for it on the database. I also like it that the library has the online digital services, as long g as you have an account with the library you can sign up and can borrow online, and pick up your items at the library at the kiosk . One perk is you can also sync your library account with overdrive app and can borrow digital books or audiobooks. The librarians seemed very helpful, attendant helpful with me when I was there, I was trying to locate a particular book and I was so pleased on how fast everyone seemed to help their costumers.

Large library branch, quiet and cozy. Friendly staff asks if…read moreyou need assistance, but also once we said no they left us alone. It was nice to just come in from the rain and sit and read for a while.

Seymour, Jackson County Public Library. April 14,…read more2018....ahhh, spring into this wonderful Library! Clean and modern inside, and a nice place to get your "me" time indulgence in. Newspapers, magazines, DVD's, Films, and all the latest in publishing and digial media too!!! Folks here are helpful and friendly too. Go indulge your brain!

This library has a wide selection of movies and books but unfortunately no CDs. I've been coming…read morehere for years and each time is wonderful.

Libraries are supposed to be resources open to the community-and providing materials to the public,…read moreireespective of who they may be. They receive funding to be open to the public. A woman who organizes events at this library had our nonprofit health network come out to do health screenings. We have been to most of the other Midpointe libraries and they are great. This woman would not let any of us use the restroom. She said it was not for use of people who were not patrons. SHe told us to use a McDonalds a mile away. This woman has no business working in and running a non-profit organization.

The very pleasant, efficient, and helpful staff. The library system also has an excellent…read morecollection and is able to move books between branches in a very timely manner. And it's a very pleasant space.

The new building is large and well designed. There are separate spaces for kids and teens. Small…read moregroup study spaces and meeting rooms! Well kept Oxford secret although it's not a secret. Only four stars due to the relative lack of new books and media for the new space. Support the public library!!

The Cincinnati public library system is really great for the size of city that we live in. I'm…read moreconstantly impressed by how much they have to offer! The Oakley branch is very nice. It's well taken care of, and there's always a good selection of books, DVD's, and even CD's. Their selection of new books is good, but not laid out the best...I think it takes some getting used to to know where everything is. But overall a very cute, small library that is conveniently located off of Oakley Square! Oh, and free wi-fi!

It's the library, what's not to love?! The Oakley branch is pretty small, so browsing is limited,…read morebut I usually request whatever I want online and pick it up here. And I do mean whatever I want. It's rare for the Public Library of Cincinnati & Hamilton County to disappoint. Probably the best bargain for my tax dollars ever! I love it!

It's been a while since I visited the library. I was looking for some specific DVD's to watch so we…read morewent there today. I walked in and was amazed at how much things have improved. They have a separate and special place for teens to come and enjoy the resources and quiet. There is also an area that is a work shop where they teach classes on computers and/or offer extracurricular activities. There are separate areas where you can curl up and just enjoy a book or rest in quiet. The place is so clean you could almost eat off the floor. A resident can be proud of what the county offers here.

I forget about the library. I get all caught up in the tactile overload of Barnes & Nobles (pretty…read morestationary! coffee! flashy book covers!) and the book snob in me LOVES judging a book by it's cover - then bringing it home to keep forever and ever. And read once. Maybe lend out a time or two. Haul it around in a box from one stop in life to another. Then sell in a garage sale decades down the road for 50 cents. My budget and my brain don't always agree with one another. So when I don't have pocket money for flashy book covers and coffee I home brew my own and head over to the OC main public library. Where they've got not just books but CDs and magazines to rent. Where they'll hunt down a book and get it in within days if it's not sitting on the shelf (or, in a rare instance, even purchase a brand new book just for me). And it's all free, minus the late fees that I accrue like it's going out of style. But trust me, six months of racking up late fees MAYBE equals 2 fancy B&N coffees, so I think I'm still ahead. If you haven't been to your local library lately - go. Try it out. The more we patronize these services the better they'll be. Your wallet will give you a big thumbs up too, it's a win/win.

I remember just being able to go read and check out books. Now libraries provide a full experience…read moreof being able to explore and discover. Whether it's via a book, the internet, a movie or a small group meeting, the Hamilton County Walnut Hills Library is worth the visit. The staff immediately greets you with a friendly "Hello, how can we assist you?" I've utilized the library in many ways such as: sending faxes, checking out a laptop to use while visiting, finding that one book I haven't read since high school and checking out my favorite movie to watch. They have comfy seating areas and small, private rooms for reservations. The library provides a quiet, clean place to relax and read and a place for the family to come together for quiet activities. They even provide fun chess game competitions. Maybe its time to give this library another "look" and explore everything it has to offer!

This is a great library. It's in a beautiful Carnegie building. The staff is always helpful and…read morerespectful. If you live close and drive to another library, check this place out.