This Library is the perfect place to study or work, since it is really quiet. It also offers…read moreinteresting books, desks, computers and printers for your work. If you just want to enjoy a good book, you can seet in one of the comfortable armchairs that there are close to the shelves. If you need any help the personal is really kind and will help you with everything that you need. Unfortunately the are no sposts to eat or to talk, so if you want to study with friends, that is not the good place. But if you want to take your children there, there is a really pretty area for them, with books for their age.

What a great place! The facility is impressive…read more The resources are thorough. The people are what really make it! Thoroughly integrated into the community, the library is a great resource. Groups gather for gaming, book clubs and events. Like everything in Athens, it's within 5 minutes of downtown. Adjacent to walking trails and across the street from a community pool and racquet courts. We look forward to seasonal events.

The librarians charged me for books I had already returned. They kept charging me for the books I'd…read morereturned for weeks. They also refused to talk to me about this issue, and seemed to have a bit of a mood when I tried reasoning with them. I haven't been back since. But anyway... The looks of the place are quite alright, though they did some moving about in the past year and it's been a challenge finding some of the books I had read before. Despite that, the place has a good look about it. Some areas do seem a bit dirty, but overall it's very easy to find a place to sit and read without much trouble. The older librarians I'd met seemed rather fine to talk with, and very friendly. I think a few quit some time before the book accident, though, bless them. The movies are also rather fun to watch and look at, but a lot of them are scratched or irreparable, and leaves one with a tiny fear they would be to blame for the damages. (If you are like me, anyway.) My favorite place in there is the back rooms, but only because it's very quiet there, and they showcase people's artwork. Many a talent is nice to look at. Not sure if they allow anyone back there much, but it's still my favorite place, even if I haven't been back in a long while. The internet last I'd been in there had this rather annoying thing where it would just shut off every 30 minutes and you would have to verify yourself or something. It made it hard for me to work and almost impossible to make large downloads. Hopefully they figure that out some. Still, it is how you think it is. Go take a look yourself and have a fun time with it. They have many books to browse over and they have some fine internet. Also there's a sweet desk in the corner by the back next to a plug. It's the best seat there. The holy corner seat. Have the seat of ultimate privacy, friends. B)

Our library is absolutely amazing. Their story time is amazing. The staff is amazing and they…read morereally want to work with people to make sure they get what they need. This has only been made more clear since covid happened. They have given out crafts and books and offered storytime and activities on zoom and from cars. They have saved my kids so much boredom during this whole mess. I don't know what I'd do without them. Thank you library and don't stop being amazing!!!

This is so much more than "a place with a lot of great books," as the 10 year old family bookworm…read moredescribes it. We are visiting Bowling Green for just two days and already feel the reach and importance of the public library. Saturday morning we were at the SoKY IceRink seasonally opened at the Farmers Market. Your library card will earn you a $2 discount. Story hour sponsored by the library is also offered at the IceRink twice a week. Saturday evening we celebrated the Winter Solstice at the Capitol Arts Center at the 2nd Annual Music for the Solstice: a Celtic Celebration. This impressive concert with poetry readings and vocalist sprinkled in was sponsored by the Warren County Public Library. Thanks! I can only imagine what else this library offers the community. Today's front page newspaper headline was about the Main Library Renovation plans. Sounds like even better things are in store for that place with a lot of great books.

We love Cedar Bluff Branch Library! It is the best. Ever since I moved to TN /Knoxville I got a…read morelibrary card and then when I had kids I took them to baby bookworms and story time. They loved shaky eggs and singing and listening to more books. We will come and max out our library cards... so I was glad when I could get library cards for the girls (max physical items you can take at once is 50, max online from Libby is 15 loans and 25 on hold). Now we don't have to worry about limits since we have 3 library cards. The girls love Crafternoon in the summer and the scavenger hunts around the kid's section in the library. We could spend all day here if I didn't have to work. The online selection is really good and allows us to save lots of money on books. We love the library and all our Cedar Bluff librarians!

Libraries seem like a dying place in the world if Nooks, e-readers, iPads, downloadable books, and…read morethe Internet. This library is still vital to the community it serves. Walking around I saw students studying, foreign people reading books or visiting, children reading with parents, those without home computers and smart phones using the free computers. The staff are super friendly. Books are available for a 3 week check out with an additional 3 weeks (2x) for a 9 week total borrow time. Call or go in to have your books renewed. The library offers children's activities, story time, and adult reading time. Books and media can be returned day and night at the outside drop box.

For two years I've been attending story time and the summer reading programs with my little girl…read more Her love for reading and storytelling have just grown. Marcia Donovan has a passion for storytelling, music, and education, so the program has flourished for 20+ years. I cannot speak highly enough about this free weekly program. There's nothing else like it around.

Friendly and helpful staff are always ready to help. The staff is always available and have gone…read morethe extra mile for me on different occasions. While I'm not involved with the children's programs, I see them to be an emphasis here. On occasion, my research into a local history fact was only successful because a staffer took the time to help.

Who doesn't love FREE? I know we pay through taxes for these glorious book havens, and dang, it is…read moreSO worth it. My family makes the most of our awesome local libraries. Both OR and Knox library systems have beefed up their digital offerings due to COVID and my Kindle has gotten a workout. The Libby app allows you to request putting ebooks on hold and OR Library website allows you to place physical items on hold for easy pickup. There are racks of free books in the entry atrium, too. My kids love the child room, full of learning toys, a fort to climb, rocking chairs, crafts, and of course, books galore. There is a gorgeous view of the courtyard with a fountain and the great playground that lies beyond. The staff is friendly, knowledgable, and helpful. They always have printables with puzzles, coloring pages, book lists, and schedules for events and story time. We love our library!

An absolute gem of a library. Gorgeous, contemporary yet with beautiful traditional touches, clean,…read moreinspiring, inviting. I loved working on my novel here. The grand reading room with the vaulted ceiling and fireplace is incredible. Good hours, lots of time to visit. I wish I lived near this place!

I love love love this place!!!!! This is one of the most…read morebeautiful libraries I've ever been to, the ambience is super nice and the architecture is just beautiful. It is a quiet place to study and do homework, until the kids show up after school, then it becomes a mess and tons of noise, it is an excellent program for the kids, but if you are looking for a quiet place then you have to be early in there. I'm a regular at this place because I really enjoy being here, I love the activities for the kids, and I enjoy the days they close late, just sometimes they do close earlier than they should.

I called ahead (as another reviewer suggested) regarding parking and it was easier than reported. I…read morefound the lot and library. It was my first time and I got my card, went to the computers and was able to purchase earbuds ($1) as I was on a public computer taking a skills' test. I had sold my desktop before my move from San Diego to Murfreesboro and needed a computer for this part of my interview. I did not see an excess of "homeless" people as some reviewers shared, and it "felt like" it was in the teens. I did not use the restroom so I have no comment.

Very helpful staff and an up-to-date selection of fiction and nonfiction works. I have been…read moreimpressed with the helpfulness of the staff and discovered they even have curbside pickup before 4pm Central. Parking was tricky the first time but they explained where to go when I called and I am happy to learn the 5th largest city in TN is supporting my frequent library needs. Kudos especially to the person who works on the 2nd floor in the adult section on weeknights. Very personable.

I recently stopped by the Lebanon-Wilson County Library to get a library card, and the whole…read moreprocess was much easier than I expected. Finding parking was simple since there were plenty of spaces available, and I was able to walk right in without any hassle. From the outside, the building doesn't look like the newest library, so I wasn't sure what to expect. Once I walked inside, though, I was pleasantly surprised. The interior was clean, well organized, and had a comfortable, welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly and made getting a library card quick and straightforward, answering my questions along the way. I spent a few minutes looking around before leaving and was impressed with how nice everything was inside. If you've never been because of how it looks from the outside, I'd definitely recommend stopping in. It turned out to be a great experience, and I'm glad I finally got my library card.

One of the first things we did when we moved to Lebanon was receiving a library card. Reading is…read moreclearly more important than visiting the DMV! The librarians are all very kind and helpful. We have been a few times now, mainly for using their printers and copy machine which cost less than 35 cents a page. If you have a library card, you receive up to two complimentary hours on the computer daily. Parking can be a nightmare mid-day but in the evenings, it's a lot easier to find a spot. The library is clean and very well organized. There's a large children's section in the back, an okay selection of DVDs to rent, decent amount of audio books to rent, and they offer Libby, too. This is a nice public library and this Constant Reader is proud to be a member!

I needed to return a children's book and was driving past this branch. I figured I would just step…read morein for a minute, grab another book and be on my way - branch libraries are small, right? We stayed almost an hour. While there are more play amenities at the downtown Main Library, the book selection is as good or better for children. The books are generally in better shape, as were toys to keep the kids occupied while you browse or check out. Overall, it was less crowded, cleaner and quieter. If you're on this side of town, stop in and stay a while.

Avoid the lines on Nov 8th and vote early!…read more I went in around 10:30am and back in my car in 15 mins. Where to go in the library to vote is clearly marked. No one was in line when I walked to the voting area. The booths weren't as private as I would have liked but the screens were easy to read and the process was understandable.