The Los Altos library isn't as flashy as some of the newly renovated SCC libraries, but the…read moreselection is top tier. They had a massive selection of PS5 and Switch games which I was shocked by. Their DVD selection is larger than a lot of the neighboring libraries and they have a ton of new book releases on the shelves as well. The parking is also much better than the Campbell and Saratoga locations.

Hey there, please don't book at this library! I walked in after booking a room online and traveled…read moreto the library to pay the $25 fee that you must pay in person in cash. As soon as I slid the $25 over-the-counter, I asked about the room utilization and the room does not allow you to use the TV. You're not allowed to use the resources in the room that are physically there, unless you're a sponsored library program that you have to apply for. When I asked for a refund, they told me payment is nonrefundable, standing in the same conversation standing at the cashier desk. This was probably the worst Customer Service I have ever received. I also talked to three other ladies and they were all three rude in the process of this backhanded info. I am sadly very dissatisfied with this library and won't ever come back!

Amazing little spot I was able to set up and work at after checking out of my Airbnb and before…read moreheading to the airport. Very quiet and wifi was easy to set up.The nice little park and garden areas surrounding the library are also pretty cute.

A quiet two-story library tucked behind Mountain View City Hall, with a public park. It's more…read morebeautiful than East Bay libraries I've ever been in. No more mentally disturbed/homeless people on site. It's surprisingly busy on the weekends, especially back-to-school season. I love how they have a quiet area with a fireplace, cushy seats, and sunshine shining through the windows facing the park. No talking in this area. The children and teens' section is conveniently located downstairs, which is an ideal location since they tend to talk loudly. Study/meeting rooms are spacious upstairs, but must be reserved ahead of time. Also, the restrooms are clean on both floors. Love the sculpture near the entrance. I can't believe it took me ages to discover this library after walking around Downtown Mountain View for the past two years. There's a parking garage available on the side of the library including street parking. Nice to walk around after dining in nearby restaurants and worth coming back to chill and read.

This is such a special place and one of my favorite spots to get books. The bookstore is truly a…read morehidden gem! * Bookstore: Popular books are sold for basically 80-90% off. Paperbacks are only $2 and hardcovers are $3. * Great finds: I bought Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus and The Dead Romantics by Ashley Poston. * Teen Center: There's a dedicated space strictly for teens. * Atmosphere: The library is light, airy, and welcoming. * Staff: The librarians were extremely helpful. * Parking: Plenty of parking is available.

This is genuinely the nicest public library I've ever been to. Holy gentrification this place is…read morenice. There is ample parking and a cafe outside. In the summer you can see lots of people hanging out by the tables outside. I studied upstairs for the most part, and it was very quiet and nice. It was usually pretty crowded and it can be hard but not impossible to find a seat. You'll see lots of Stanford and Gunn kids studying here.

Public libraries are such a great resource and all of the staff her is so friendly. It's more…read morequaint compared to the other libraries around, but there's still so much great content and media here. I was surprised by how expansive their international catalog is. There were a decent amount of switch games available to rent and their DVD collection is amazing with new releases. I was just so excited seeing all of these resources being made available to the public.

Trying to use satellites to connect to one of my other phone…read more 4.6.2026, My Monday evening observation on this library. The male librarian is very helpful when I want to ask him on how to make a copy. The female old librarian is gossiping about Asian people and making fun at them. The young teenager is making fun at the Asian populations. Other people are gossiping about other person's life after 4pm. In general, the quality of the people who come to this library are better during the morning , but the quality of the people are getting worse as the day goes by, especially during the evening hours.

In these modern times you would have thought that Libraries would be a bit of an anachronism. Books…read moreseem so dated these days that the need for these depositories of knowledge are at risk from becoming a relic of the past. However, many communities have come to realize how important these centers are and have taken steps to not only modernize, but keep them relevant int his day and age. The City of Palo Alto is one such community. In 2008 a bond $76 million dollar measure was passed to prepare the library system for the future. The Rinconada Library is one of the older ones that has benefited greatly from the modernization push. Designed and built in the 50's, the remodel kept that mid century modern feel and look. The center of the main stack are is dominated by a vaulted ceiling as well as a huge floor to ceiling fireplace in the center. Colorful mid century modern style furniture are scattered about and the whole area is bathed in natural light from the multitude of glass that makes up the walls. In addition to the traditional shelves there are book store style racks highlighting different genres or topics. They also have an extensive CD and DVD collection. While they hardly stock new releases, the CD selection is pretty good and it often allows you to back fill older releases from your favorite groups (Itunes will rip them into to library with hardly any effort) Gone are the old card catalogs and they have been replaced by computer terminals. IF this branch does not have the book you need its a few clicks to order it for pickup at a later date. Internet access and WiFi are also available. Checking out books is as simple as scanning your card, entering your pin, and then placing your items on the scanner. An RFID reader scans the books and you are on your way. The rest of the center has class and meeting rooms, and there are an endless number of classes and events going on. The library is an awesome stop for kids and the surrounding area has alot to see and do. There are no less than 7 art installations located within 100 yards of the library, a community garden, and the art center. In addition the Children's Library, and Rinconada are literately across the road.

My partner and I recently visited this library to get some work done after discovering our…read morepreferred branch in Redwood Shores was closed on a Sunday. This place maintains convenient daily hours, opening at 10:00 am every day except for Thursdays, when they open at 12:00 pm; they close at 6:00 pm sharp throughout the week. The atmosphere is charmingly old-school, offering a serene environment that is ideal for deep focus or quiet reading. There is plenty of parking available, and the floor plan provides numerous seating options for those who prefer to work in silence. We found the staff to be exceptionally helpful and responsive. If you are working as a group, you can easily request a private study room at the front desk. It is worth noting that these rooms are managed digitally by the staff, meaning they must unlock and lock the doors for you rather than you having open access. This extra layer of management ensures the space remains quiet and controlled. Also there are no cafes nearby. Overall, it is a nice, well-maintained facility for anyone looking to be productive in a peaceful setting.

I needed to renew my passport so I decided to complete the process at this location. The day prior…read moreto my appointment, I was called by Amy, who was super friendly, patient, and helpful. Had she not called, I would have forgotten a couple of items that would have likely delayed my application (Thank you again, Amy!). On the day of the appointment, I was assisted by Katie. She was also extremely helpful. There was am issue with my paperwork and we were able to correct it together. I was informed by both Amy and Katie that passport appointments usually process one person only, but suggested that I come early so that they could squeeze not only mine, but my to kids' applications as well. 5 out of 5! Would recommend this location for processing passport applications! Regarding the library, it looked really neat and clean, but I didn't get a chance to explore it. Perhaps next time.

This was my first time visiting the Cupertino Library. We were their to support some young…read moredirectors debuting their short movies. The library has two levels and restrooms. The screening was in a room on the 2nd floor. Great job all and wishing you all the support and luck you need.

Wow, I haven't been to a library in a long time but found so many good gems. I don't like placing…read moreholds and having to pick up the material so I can't always find the more popular media, but I found so many books and dvds that I was interested in! I was shocked when they had a few new book releases that were still on the shelf and not checked out. As for movies and shows, they have a huge selection of media. There were a few movies I was specifically looking for but all of the copies are on hold. Most notably, I was shocked how expansive their games selection is. They had a massive offering of Xbox, PS4/PS5 and Switch games. Everything here was clean, staff was nice and it was poppin' on a Saturday. Thankfully they have a parking garage and we had to park on the third floor just because of how busy it is. Support your public libraries!!

I might be biased because it's my local library, but I think the Milpitas Library is an excellent…read morelibrary (and the Santa Clara Library system in general)! The library is relatively new with several little rooms for meet ups etc. and a larger auditorium where they have book sales and classes/lectures. There's also a way to get discount tickets through the library, but I have never done it myself (I think you need to check in the first of the month or something). The library is clean and well kept, and the books have been in relatively good condition. The DVDs are often damaged, but I haven't found any circulation of DVDs that isn't like that. Library also has eBooks and the ability to place holds via the website or app. Holds are picked up to the left of the parking structure entrance in the first set of shelves on the left as you walk past the self checkout kiosks.

Okay, this has the be the cutest library I've ever been to ! Nested in the heart of portola valley…read moreand surrounded by the forest. It's so cozy and inviting. Definitely a hidden gem! What's even better is that there's about 6-7 restrooms so it makes a wonderful pit stop! You wouldn't have to worry about a line. It is clean and accessible. The library itself is very spacious, clean, and well stocked with books you need or may be interested in. It has that warm cozy vibes that makes you want to linger . The staff here and wonderful and very nice. But I love that you can wander off in the back and find yourself on a peaceful forest trail. It sure feels like stepping into another world back there. The whole background is very picturesque!

What a hidden gem! This small town library surrounded by beautiful redwood trees is the perfect…read moreplace to read and relax. It's clean, quiet and cozy. Located in Portola Valley Town Center, the building's architecture is stunning on the outside and impressive on the inside as well. Staff are friendly, and the selection is quiet extensive even for it's small size. Plenty of computers available, desks for solo or group work and a 3D printing machine for anyone wanting to give their try at creating something unique. There's also a dedicated room for children and reading, making it an extremely great place for kids and families. Parking is plentiful and the outdoor library benches provide a nice place to also enjoy a book and talk without disturbing others.

Cute local library. It's on the smaller side but it is generally quiet and clean. There is a small…read morebook sale section in the front where you can pay by cash or with Zelle or PayPal. The books were generally in good condition! There are restrooms and a quiet room here. There is a nice selection of DVDs to borrow here as well. There are a lot of parking garages and lots in the downtown Palo Alto area if you can't find parking immediately by the library.

Back here again half a year ago ..easy to walk to in the afternoon from Caltrain ..nice arearead more

The Saratoga library is gorgeous and has an indoor play area for children which is nice. It's so…read moregreat to see so many libraries expanding, renovating, and bustling with people -- so much so that it was extremely difficult to find parking. They have a huge video game catalog (3 bins just for the Switch games) but it's a tad awkward having to ask the staff at the counter to look through them. Other libraries have the physical boxes (with cartridges removed) on the shelves which makes it much more accessible. Their DVD selection isn't as expansive as some of the other collections at neighboring SCC libraries, but they still have wonderful resources available.

My go to library. It sucks that they close earlier around 6pm on most days, but it's still an…read moreexcellent, world-class library. I love how quiet and clean the Saratoga Library is. I've gotten a good amount of work and reading done in this library. I also love how close it is to Highway 85, so I can quickly stop by to return items or pick up reserved items when I'm in a hurry. The Saratoga, Cupertino, and Morgan Hill Libraries have all redefined the standard I expect libraries to have now. MLK Library in DTSJ is trash compared to these three IMO. The sheer number of books, blu-rays, and video games each library has is insane. You're missing out if you don't sign up for a Santa Clara County Library card!