If you're looking for a great, free rainy day activity for kids in Davis, this is it! Our almost 2…read moreyear old had a blast playing with their play kitchen, trains and puppet stage today! I was impressed by the Student Art Exhibition as well! Looking forward to returning to explore more! SYOY! :-)

Such a cute library tucked away in this part of Davis! It's easy to reach - right next to the park…read moreand two schools. Staff are so helpful and passionate about what they do. My only complaints are that the parking situation is a little bit of a nightmare and that the library itself smells a little musty, but that's to be expected with the space and staff limitations they're working with. Stop by - it's free!

I really like the newly updated library. Not only has it been freshened up inside but the outside…read moremakes it even more inviting. The artwork and natural aesthetic makes one want to linger and take in the beauty. Well done!

(I'm only addressing our newly refurbished library located within the Vacaville Cultural Center on…read moreUlatis Drive.) Vacaville just spent $2.6M I believe it is and it took over a year to upgrade the library here. It is just around the corner from me and I have dearly loved it for nearly 20 years. Once warm and inviting with a charming tree sculpture in the children's area it now seems rather unaesthetic and the materials came across as cheap-looking to me. I thought to myself that I could've done a better job with $680,000 on a Home Depot credit card! I mean for God's sake ~ $2.6.M!? Gimme a break. They could not even power wash the filthy bench area out front located as the last thing you see before you go through the new front doors? That wonderful wood tree sculpture that was always so wonderful to gaze at every time I ever went in there should at least be put in the large computer area or SOMEPLACE within the new library (they are apparently trying to "rehome it" elsewhere in town) So please~ power wash that entire cement area out front! And do whatever you can to warm it up. I will miss the comfy chairs near the entrance where people used to sit and read for hours ~ I don't recall seeing any place to do that anymore but admittedly I took a quickie tour. as there just wasn't much to see of interest. It just seemed to be so sterile! You can go outside where they have some type of patio area out back. But it's not the same that's for sure. I'm also concerned that when I double-checked my facts on the price I saw that it was actually over $24M! Heart attack time! When I first heard of $2.6M and then took the tour I thought we're looking at a lot of corruption here; there had to be a ton of kickbacks somewhere ~something is off. It simply doesn't look like a $2.6 mil upgrade! And if it's $24M then somebody needs to open up an investigation by midnight tonight! Everybody go see for yourselves. Is it just me? Am I off? In the meantime I'll post these two photos....

Cool library. Lots of computers for individual use. Plenty of tables with wooden chairs and surge…read moreprotectors for charging. It can be a bit loud with chatter, cell phone usage, tutoring, etc. If you can focus on what you're working on with audible distractions it's a great place to go for reading, projects, etc. Otherwise bring ear plugs. There are also comfy cushioned chairs for sitting. There is an information desk in the middle of the room for assistance and suggestions. The bathroom is clean and well stocked. Plenty of parking and restaurants nearby if you need to go eat.

This is a really nice library right in the heart of downtown. Make sure you stop by of course to…read moreget some knowledge and also check out whatever else they have to offer. You have games, cookware, and other things like gardening utensils to use as well.

Cute little library, located in downtown Esparto. It is usually nice and quiet during the morning…read moretimes, but when school gets out, its a mad house full of students using the free computer and wifi. The computers are pretty fast but getting one after school can be hard to get. There are plenty of book there (LOL) and you can pretty much find what you are looking for. Heck you can even rent CD's if you want to listen to some hot jams. All in all this library is pretty laid back. Try not to make the Librarian cuz she WILL put you in your place.

This old lady that works there called me fat and told me these exact word "Do not lean in this…read morechair because you are going to break it and I was with some friends that were skinnier than me so if they were leaning in the chair I bet she would not have said anything " and I was answering her and she said I was ignoring her and I am a minor and she is a grown man I mean woman, Also she told us to be quiet and we weren't Evan talking she's just looking for way to kick us out

My 3 year old grand-daughter attends the yoga classes with Miss Gabi and the kids get way more than…read moreyoga. They're taught listening, behaving, taking turns, friendship, appreciation and a calm rarely seen in any 3 year old. The instructor is patient yet firm and in a kind way. I think the kids are getting so much more than just the yoga. This program could be in every schools curriculum and be beneficial!!

Small public library with a variety of items. Besides books, there are audio books, DVD movies,…read moremusic CDs, instruments that can be checked out, and computers with internet access. Free WiFi is also available.

This is such a cool library! I had never been before but popped by to check it out on a weekday…read moreafternoon. The library is absolutely gorgeous and is a historic building that has a large green lawn out front and a parking lot out back. It's deceptively large and very welcoming. The staff are super friendly and happy to help!

A beautiful building- a great place to get some work done, catch up on a new book or look for…read moresomething new.

I am rapidly becoming an expert on reviewing libraries. I have the kind of job where I have to…read moreperiodically stop somewhere and have an online meeting or do some serious online work. And I have a friend who loves libraries. Turns out libraries are great places to work. In the UC Davis library is fantastic. It has more study space than most libraries, even university libraries. It's perfectly laid out. It's immaculately clean. There are plenty of electrical plugs for your laptop. There are rooms where you could have a small gathering and chat, and there are areas where you can study or work quietly . There's a museum exhibit on the main floor with an interesting display related to agriculture and food. Parking on the UC Davis campus is allegedly very easy, as long as you're willing to pay.

Shields Library is a neat library located on the UC Davis campus. It's open to the public. Parts of…read morethe building and elevators feel a bit dated, but that adds to its character and charm. It's a great place to wander around and explore. I loved looking at the collection of old books. There's a lot of space and seating for studying, reading, or relaxing. There are exhibits in the lobby too that were interesting.

Nice, clean, quiet outdoor square with businesses adjacent on both sides. There's a place to sit…read morefor reflection. Events are held here regularly.

There weren't any events going on here today but it's still a pretty area. I can see how a festival…read moreor farmer's market would fit into this space. Open patio, several tables, lots of shade trees and a pretty canvas awning. Plenty of street parking on Main Street and around the library on Town Square Place. I didn't spend too much time here though as there's really not much going on today. [Review 17574 overall - 370 in California - 1092 of 2022.]

What to say, this place has everything! Besides the usual books, videos, etc., they have useful…read moreitems to borrow,,,,,,everything from weed eaters to binoculers, and State Park passes, check it out. The art gallery, comfy seating (my husband usually falls asleep while waiting for me), interesting public speakers, and a bookstore to buy the CHEAPEST books ever. Finally, the staff goes above and beyond to help you with whatever .This place is AWESOME!!!!

I have nothing against community gatherings, but a loud concert inside the library is hard to wrap…read moremy head around. Gone are the days when one can find a quiet place to sit at the library at any time. But I get it, it's promotes community gatherings and there are no alternative facility to host the concerts. I'll be sure to check on Benicia's Event calendar before visiting the library.

One of the nicer public libraries in the Napa Valley, plus they have a special collection centered…read moreon wine. St. Helena calls itself the Napa Valley's Main Street, so this is appropriate. Not only can you research wine, but they have excellent internet access. If you don't have your own computer, this is the place to go. In addition, they have a neighboring Robert Louis Stevenson Museum, one of the largest collections outside Scotland. The only problematic aspect is the parking. You'll have to do some parallel parking, since the public lots are few.

My grandma was a staunch St. Helena Library supporter even before the current building...but more…read moreimportantly she was a woman of remarkable interest. Not just an interesting character. Grandma was truly engaged in life and interested in the things around her. A college graduate and one-time newspaper reporter, grandma read voraciously and never owned a television, she preferred to walk places so she could really experience them and made friends wherever she went because she was truly *interested* in what people had to say. Her house was lined wall-to-wall with books, books and more books...and yet the SHPL enticed her with stories and knowledge to be discovered. If you go to the SHPL you will find yourself in a well-lit space, surrounded on three sides by vineyards. And if you curl up near a window and become absorbed in a book, you will find that time passes quickly. When you leave, take a moment to ponder what you've read, and appreciate that your life is now just a little bit richer. Grandma was right, the SHPL is a wonderful library. In addition to a collection of books larger than one would expect for a town this size, you'll also find the SHPL has: - a large room dedicated to children's material - another smaller room of picture books for young kids - an extensive selection of VHS format videos (which Peter's Video no longer carries)...and DVDs too - free wi-fi for your laptop...and a number of PC terminals for easy yelping - the Napa Valley Wine Library collection - movie nights - an art gallery wall - friendly, helpful librarians A five-star library experience and a nice way to spend a SH afternoon. Open daily.