Libraries must not be quiet anymore…read more I was having some work done on my home and so I decided to stop here since I wouldn't have power for a while. I stopped in, spoke to the librarian and obtained a card. I asked him how to get to a desk that was upstairs and he told me. He also told me that there is another area that I could go to if I wanted a more quit area to work from, and I told him I was ok. But boy oh boy. It was really loud. Phones ringing and people talking on the phone in there. I honestly thought that I was being punked. I will go to another location next time.

I love libraries and this one reminded me how much I miss visiting them. What is better than a…read morelibrary? A CASTLE library! Beautiful inside and out, this library makes it easy for your imagination to soar. The staff was so gracious. They are probably used to visitors being amazed by the library. Watching two extremely excited grown adults trying not to run, point and exclaim over is probably normal. (We managed to keep quiet: it's a library!) Please, PLEASE treat yourself and any children you know to this amazing place of learning and imagination!

I have never had a bad experience ar the Saginaw County Libraries until Thursday, October 9th…read more I signed my 14 and 10 year old grandsons up for a painting class like we've been to before. It was called Happy Little Paint Along. I didn't check the ages instead I stupidly assumed it was a children's class because of the name. When we entered we were told it was Adults only. This isn't true. It was for adults and teens. My oldest grandson should have been allowed to stay. Thanks for everything. We have attended many great events.

I first came to this library after having problems at another branch, and I love everyone that…read moreworks here. Everyone is incredibly helpful, and genuinely wants to help people get the most out of the library system. The children's section here is by far better that Zauel's, and they have a great selection of magazines and new releases as well.

Just reunited myself with the library today. I forgot how huge this library is. It has magazines,…read morenewspapers, dvds...Computers everywhere. There's a cute kids section too. The librarians were very helpful and nice when I had to sign up for a new library card. Forgot how much I actually enjoyed going to a library since I work in a bookstore! There's cute tables near the windows with lamps and two stories of books to browse through.

I thought this library was good but was concerned with a conversation I heard this week. This…read moreinvolved one of the library staff members who was talking with two of his friends that were visiting the library. This library isn't known for being quiet by any means so I guess that's why the staff member figured it was acceptable to have a prolonged conversation. Since I was sitting right next to his friends and there really wasn't any effort to keep the tone to a low level I heard rather surprising and disturbing news about the Bay City Michigan Library. One of the visitors was telling the staff member about the large amount of paperwork his does at his job. The library staff member said they do a lot of paperwork at the library also, his friends found this amusing and asked how paperwork can be overwhelming at a library. The staff member went on to tell his friends that the police are called in 8-9 each week to the library and this creates an enormous amount of paperwork. I'm not sure if the staff member was just trying to one up his friends but even if he exaggerated the numbers by double this was very concerning to hear. The staff member didn't go into any detail about the incidents at the library so I'm not sure what the severity of the events were. I just wanted to visitors aware that you might need to be cautious when visiting the Alice & Jack Wirt Library in Bay City, MI.

My gosh,who doesn't love the library? This is my first time coming to this library.its an awesome…read morelibrary! The kid part is awesome and my six year old was having so much fun she cried when it was time to leave. A huge assortment of books that I can not wait to make my way through.

From the owner: Bay County Library System, located in the heart of Bay City, MI, is your community hub for…read moreknowledge, innovation, and enrichment. Categorized as Libraries, we offer a vast collection of books, digital resources, and multimedia for all ages. Beyond lending materials, we host a variety of educational programs, workshops, and events geared towards fostering a love of learning and community engagement. Whether you're a casual reader, a student, or a life-long learner, Bay County Library System provides the resources and support you need to explore your interests and discover new ones. Visit us and see how we can help you achieve your informational and recreational goals.

Excellent library with friendly, helpful staff…read more Although it seems small compared to some libraries that I have visited, the selection is very good. If the book you want isn't there, you can always look in the database online and request it; they email you when it arrives! It is easy to spend hours in here as there are comfy chairs and huge windows that open up to (what I assume is) Whiting Forest in the back. During autumn, it is very picturesque. For a chat you can go to the cafeteria-looking area but if you need silence there is thankfully a quiet room. And of course thank glob for free wifi. Checking out is very fast since all you have to do is put the books on the pad and scan your library card. You can even save paper and stay organized by having the receipt emailed to you. No more losing receipts and forgetting due dates! If you can't figure it out, the staff will be happy to help you without making you feel like a doofus. You can also put a hold on a book from another cooperating library in the area, which they will send here for a small fee of $0.25. The only thing I can complain about is their slim graphic novel section and the prices of renting DVDs. Older movies are $1.25 each and you can keep them for a week, but newer movies are $2.50 and you can only have them for four days. Although the selection was good you may be better off at Family Video, honestly. However, if I do find a library with a lot of graphic novels and free DVD rental, it is unexpected and a really nice surprise.

An amazing library with a superior staff. Youth area is a particularly stellar area. Reference…read moredesk is superb. Cities ten times our size would be proud to call this library their own. I will put the staff here up against any library staff anywhere for knowledge, work ethic, helpfulness, and effectiveness.

The Flint Public Library is one of my favorite gems in the Flint community. Everyone should stop…read moreby, visit and pick up a free library card too! Even if you aren't local, it's a cozy and modern place with comfortable seating, several private rooms and an uplifting environment. I love studying here and like to switch up the room or seating area I choose to study at just for a change of pace. They have private rooms and comfortable seating both on the main floor and upstairs level as well as handicap accessible bathrooms and water dispensers on both the floors too. They also have a few outdoor seating spots for outdoor studying too. The few times I interacted with the staff have always been positive experiences, as they are friendly and quick to greet. I really appreciate how this library has a children's learning center too, that you can see on your right hand side as soon as you pass the main entrance. Side note, I have had no issues with the WiFi not working either--important! So if you're looking for a cozy place to study, or have a meeting, or just relax that has plenty of sunlight and open window access, then definitely visit the Flint Public Library!

I think this is absolutely the Crown Jewel of libraries. Architecture and interior design are well…read morethought out and just beautiful. Meeting rooms are state of the art and a wonderful benefit ... plus they're free for patrons to use. Furniture and work spaces are comfortably designed and arranged. The windows are magnificent. It's so very nice to have all that natural light. Sometimes I catch myself just sitting there staring outside. How nice is that. And the staff ... knowledgeable and very helpful ! If you live in the area - it's a shame if you've not visited yet. It's a beautiful place to sit and while away some time.