I love this library! It's well organized, spacious, and they have helpful staff. There's a variety…read moreof multicultural books, a kids zone, and more than enough computers. I like that they have 2 study rooms and a large quiet zone (ou do have to reserve the study rooms on the day you plan to use them). There's also several cubby workstations that each have an outlet so using my laptop was a breeze. There's also an awesome playground next door for little kids. This is a great place to escape from home and focus on getting w

This spot is still open. It has fast curbside service during these unprecedented times. A good…read morevariety of books and cds to choose from.

During COVID, I actually avoided this location because I thought the drive up window at Perry Hall…read morewould be a much easier option. So for the past couple months I've been driving out of my way to the PH branch. Two weeks ago I thought I would give the WM a shot. Mannnn I have been so wrong about them. You drive in, call the number on the sign and tell them your name and which parking spot you're in (this is really only necessary if they are bringing the books to your car). I thought it would take forever to get someone on the phone, but each time it was right away (my 3rd trip in 2 weeks, yes I'm a bookworm). Then you have the option to meet them at the front door with your books. It was less than 30 seconds of a wait time!! While I like the lazy option of not getting out of my car at the PH branch, this was just as fast and convenient (if not faster because PH usually has at least 1-2 cars in line already).

Popped in quick to print something and the front desk woman was very kind and helpful!read more

*Review for Storyville*…read more Storyville is the best!! What an amazing play option for littles! As soon as my daughter got comfortable walking, we came here to let her explore. She loves it! Plus they have a room off to the side where I can put the stroller and diaper bag and there's a bathroom for diaper changes and washing hands afterwards. They also give you a bag in case your little one puts anything in their mouth so they can sanitize afterward which is so smart. The only small thing that can be annoying is some parents come and ignore their kids, preferring to be on their phones and let their kids run rogue. Not ideal. I had a kid come up to my daughter trying to pick her up to give her a hug once - no parent anywhere to be found. I like that there's an age limit, although I don't know how strict they are with that because I've seen some bigger kids before. But it's an amazing free resource!

Storyville is the reason I gave this 5 stars. There are only 2 locations that have Woodlawn and…read moreRosedale . This little interactive area for kids age 0-12 years is amazing. So much to see and do. I love it. I bring my son here 2 times a week and he always has such a good time

This is my favorite branch in the HC library system. Freshly remodeled, they have opened up the…read morespace and added more PCs and reading areas. A good selection of titles with various formats available although CDs are no longer available at this branch. That said, you can request a CD hold for pickup at the Abingdon branch. They will also order/request items they don't carry in the Harford County system from Baltimore for example. Also nice to be have the option to pick up your reserve items at the window. Most of the branches are open Sundays from October to April. I've always had a great experience with all of the staff at the various branches.

It's really fun they have lots of windows and they have a playground I like to get books and CDs…read moreand DVDs but they don't have CDs or DVDs anymore

I attended an event here and this place has such a magical feel. The main library hall is like…read moresomething out of a movie. The outter reception room outside the main library hall is full of display cases with amazingly rare and incredible literary treasures. Each has great explanations and descriptions of the featured work. My only "complaint" is the restricted access to all of the library's levels except a few aisles on the ground floor. I'd have truly loved to explore more of this architectural gem with its abundance of literary and historic treasures. For those that do have access, I hope they appreciate the incredible privilege they have.

Absolutely beautiful location. I love that so much of the history is preserved and cared for so…read moreintensely. If I were still in school, it would certainly be my top place to find quiet while studying.

Baltimore Review 6/Many: I stopped in this nice library a few days ago while traveling through…read moreBaltimore, looking to escape the heat with a few others and also to go to the bathroom. The ceiling here is gorgeous, and I like the listing of the various services offered to people in the area. Apparently, there was a guy who he thought was clearly high or similar, staring at anyone entering the men's bathroom. From the bit I interacted with the staff, they seemed friendly and helpful. I looked through a bit of their offerings, and they had a surprisingly large number of old films to rent, among other things. In short, a nice place to visit and take a load off.

This isn't my first choice in libraries as it's not necessarily the closest to me, however it might…read morehave to be. This location is utterly breathtaking in terms of accessibility for people in the city and the architecture. I champion all libraries and we should be flooding them to take advantage of the clubs, panels, classes, and other resources. Today I checked out the Carmelo Anthony exhibit which has been extended to the 19th of January. It's completely FREE! It was truly a great exhibit and so amazing to see and relearn about so many pivotal points in his career, community impacts and soundtrack to his life and career. You also can sign up for a Melo library card (limited edition)!! I think this is a great initiative to get people into the library again and reintroduce why the library is an amazing place to be!

Was denied work by incompetent management with awful interviewing skills. This was at the main…read moreTowson branch. I live in Cockeysville and I was perfectly qualified for the job. Very very frustrating.

I don't get here often enough, but when I do I am always pleased with the customer service here…read more Every employee is friendly and helpful. And smiling. This branch is smaller than the Towson BCPL, but I like it better because it's easy to navigate and it has free parking and clean public restrooms.

I was able to come here to renew my library card! Staff were friendly and helpful…read more The small branch seems more kid centered, which didn't feel like somewhere I would frequent, but I would definitely come back to see what books they have available.

This is the oldest library in Balitmore city. I'm sad I just found it a few months ago. It's such a…read morelovely place. It's quite small but packed with the best items and it mainly attracts children as there's a school next door. But the staff is always super friendly - I never have my physical card but they can find me or enter in my number. The library also does a summer reading challenge (I just learned about this). If you sign up for the challenge in June, you get a free book for three months. I only signed up in July so I got my first free book and I will be going back in August. They also do a reading challenge so you just tell them how many books you read that month and then they enter you into a raffle I will for sure be signing up early next year and I just recommend everyone do this. It's amazing!

This is a large central library. You can't find free parking immediately around it, so you can…read moreeither search a ways or pay for the municipal garage, which adjoins the library, is quite large, and is not wildly expensive. It was a substantial facility offering a mix of reading materials and social services. I had no difficulty in locating a workspace, and wifi, charging, and air conditioning was mainly what I needed.

This is a really nice branch of the Baltimore County Public Library…read more What I like about Towson specifically: *Parking garage right next to it that makes finding a place to park a breeze *Employees are super helpful. I've had multiple employees assisting me in finding a book that was on hold and misplaced while placing a second book on hold while also assisting my daughter who had her own questions that needed answered. *Interactive games and activities in the kids area. They have scavenger hunts, corn hole, puppets and a kitchen area as well as a castle my kids love to read in. *Summer events designed to get kids reading and exploring things. We've participated in STEM activities and "field trips" as well as the summer reading competition over the last three summers. *Large collection of adult and kids books, video games, DVDs and STEM items for checkout *Employee recommendations and new books highlighted as soon as you enter the building from the parking garage What I like about the Baltimore County Public Library system: *Easy to place books on hold using their app *Checkout is simple, so simple, my kids can take care of their own *Books from other libraries that are placed on hold will be sent to the library that is closest to you. I love the Baltimore County Public Library system and Towson is my favorite branch that I've visited so far.