I have been using this library for years, and yesterday I accidentally dropped a brand-new book I…read morehad just purchased into the return box. I came in today hoping to retrieve it, and the experience was incredibly disappointing. I completely understand that putting it in the drop box was my mistake. However, since it had been there less than a day, I was surprised to hear it was not in the lost and found, especially after being told that items like that are normally placed behind the desk. Unfortunately, it seems the book may have been taken instead. What upset me most was the lack of concern from the staff member helping me. When I asked if I could leave my name in case the book turned up, she walked away before I even finished speaking. A little empathy or willingness to help would have gone a long way. Mistakes happen, but the complete lack of accountability or concern is what guarantees I won't be returning.

It's located on a nice street next to the police station and the post office. The librarians are…read moresome of the nicest folks I've ever met. My daughter absolutely loves going, getting her stickers and finding books and music. The librarians, while sticklers for proper decorum, rules, and lovely quiet, are kind, patient, and good with remembering names and faces. This location, part of the fine Anne Arundel County system, features a decent selection of hardcover and paperback fiction, nonfiction, etc. They have a large and well-displayed kids section featuring books, DVDs, and music. They have 10 computers for the internet. The layout of the interior is nice, open, and very bright due to high windows in the atrium. Check it out!

This is our closest library. We love the children's section for the boys as they have a puppet…read morebooth, play areas that change with season, a computer for children to use with games appropriate to learning and age, puzzles, etc. They also have a great variety of magazines for kids and grown ups. You can use them while you are there. And if you are electronically savvy they have many free online magazines you can read from home with your library card. The staff is very helpful in all regards. We have been going here for a couple years now and we always enjoy going. They also host many children's and grown up events.

I love this library! I walk here from my neighborhood and love their selection of books. The staff…read moreare nice and friendly too!

Convenient location. Make sure that you visit before the loud and obnoxious students are there so…read moreplan to go early!!

Bowie Library is awful. The staff has no control over the noise the students make in the library…read more The cursing, laughing, hollering and playing hide and seek is way too much. Please get your library in order!

Warning: it's an afterschool daycare at times. Kids running around in common areas…read more Quieter during the daytime. I just wish there were some comfy chairs in which to read and enjoy the library like at other libraries. The staff is incredibly helpful. They are kind and considerate and really do a great job.

Came here on 3/22/25 @2:30 pm. Requested quiet area to read. Unfortunately where I went to sit by…read morewindow to read, a lady was loud on her cell phone. I got up , told front desk guy, he refused to address the situation because his computer games he was playing were more important. I politely walked out. Libraries are not what they used to be. Staff don't have a back bone to enforce the rules. People can't even come and study no more without some inconsiderate individual on their cell phone. I'm just done with the fact cell phones use , not checked, ruins it for other people. I'm so over the non sense.

We just moved to the area and this is everything you need a library: friendly staff, online portal…read moreto hold library books, a kid section, Wi-Fi, and an easy check out station via multiple kiosks around the building. Covid has made things a little different, but it seems like they have pivoted, updated, and re-updated their policies as things change. In the past they have held in person story time and events, and I am pretty sure have started to bring it back. Otherwise they have an online platform to still have their clients access events. Just FYI, this location doesn't have the biggest kid section but I always am able to check out the books I went by requesting them online first!

This isn't the biggest or best branch located in Anne Arundel County, but it is a great location to…read morecome to. The staff here are really friendly, and eager to help you find books or make suggestions when you are looking for something new. They have a pretty decent sized children's book area, so this is a great place to bring the kids for story time or for them to pick out some new books to bring home. When the weather's nice, this is a great place to come to and sit outside while enjoying a good book. There are benches in the "garden" where you can have a moment of reflection, or sit with a friend. They offer a lot of activities and events on site, so as you walk in the doors, be sure to check their bulletin boards for dates/times.

My sewing group, Sew Much Talent- DMV group have been using the library's activity room for some…read moretime now as a way to meet up for sewing event. The sign up for the rooms can be hard during summer months FYI. We make sure to wipe the tables and chairs down and make sure the room is cleaned up after our event. The staff is friendly and helpful during our visit.

I want to give this library a higher rating. But this location seems to have as much room given…read moreover to the computers as it does to the books so the selection is small. The problem is exasperated because the entire county has a limited collection.

Bring your kids! The art/play area is fantastic. Well supervised. You will like the people who work…read morethere. Very nice safe place.

Outstanding facility. Great staff. Highly recommended to…read morethe general public. Ron Russo

Nice, clean environment. Great customer service with a very…read morefriendly staff. Great selection of inexpensive books for sale as well as a great selection of new loaner's!

I absolutely love the Library! They are always offering new services to keep up with the times…read more It's not all about books anymore. Their children's programs are awesome! Everything from building Legos, making robots, science center show, etc. You can even check out Kindles now. The ladies at the front desk are great if you need help with anything. Everyone should be using the Library, it's really a wonderful resource and asset to the community.