This is our local branch and we love it here…read more We participate in their monthly craft event called "Make Anything", where you can pick up a free kit and follow along virtually at home. They always host fun events that adults can participate in! We also take advantage of their board game collection! When you filter by their 3-D objects in their catalog, they have 100s of board games to borrow. You can only borrow 2 at a time but they have recent and interesting games.

Absolutely love it here! This place has become my happy place. The kindness and helpfulness of the…read morestaff really makes it that much more wonderful. As someone who struggles with chronic illness, I came here to do some studying so I can advocate for myself medically. I was able to gather the materials I needed and find a nice quiet spot with a beautiful view of the trees. Outside they had their pride flag flying high and that made me extremely happy to see that they are also very inclusive! The only downside was one child who was screaming on the computer for a good 10 minutes, but he eventually left. Other than that, I truly love the atmosphere here!

I've been here with my child for several story times. The library itself is small and unassuming,…read morebut they've dedicated a large portion of the library for children's books. There are also a few toys for the kids and a computer at their level. After story time is over they oftentimes have a craft or fun thing to do after. Outside of the children's area they have a nice selection of books and several computers. They have easy parking right around the corner.

I thought I would keep up with my library reviews just because libraries in the area are a great…read moresource of entertainment. Thank you Fort Vancouver Regional Library District for said entertainment. This library has gone down hill since I was little. Yes, I have used this library for as long as I can remember. I don't know if it is necessarily the library's fault considering the space they are in and the community they serve. The building this branch is in is attached to a community center of sorts. The center serves free meals to seniors on some days so the food smell lingers in the library. It is not pleasant. This library is very tiny and very crowded. There are several computers bays, tables, chairs, and shelves randomly placed throughout the room. Tables are normally always packed with patrons that are playing card games that I'm guessing is Pokemon based on the fantastic geek talk going on. Shelves also go along the outside edges of the room but when I've gone in there recently there are many holes without books. Plus there doesn't seem to be much order to the books. I'm not sure if that's just the way they shelve here or if it is the patrons taking it upon themselves to put the books back. I hate trying to search for anything in here because of that very reason. I have only checked out books a couple of times in the last year here just because they have a book that I wanted to read but didn't feel like having it shipped to the Camas branch. The first time I checked out, I didn't realize they had a self checkout station because it wasn't properly marked. I stood at the counter as the librarian was checking books back in at the very same counter. Instead of her nicely directing me to the self checkout she just glared at me. Wow, way to be super friendly and helpful...at least a customer told me about it after she saw the glare. Now I know to use that anytime I need to check something out and hope I never have a question when that lady is working! Granted the only time I ever really want to use this branch of the Fort Vancouver Regional Library District is to return books. There are three drop off boxes outside the building in the front so even when the library is closed on Sundays or Mondays I can still turn books in without having to drive that far. Plus it means I wouldn't have to go in to the tiny, cramped, smelly library.

This is my favorite library in the area. Great kids area, super friendly staff, absolutely love the…read morechildren's librarian. Granted it is a very small adult section of books.

i heart the library! i have so much gratitude for the books, dvds, music cds and magazines that are…read moreavailable to me. i love the computer access for folks, the copy machine, the classes, the online order and renewal system, the activities (like reading groups/everybody reads). i love that the staff are genuine, helpful and always super friendly. the troutdale library is closest to my house, so the one i frequent. it's small but mighty. i visit 1-2 times per week.

Came here for the Ballot Box Drop Off Location…read more..... I found it...... eventually. It's on the opposite end of the parking lot. Stay to the right of the lot as there are no traffic direction signs of any sort. You'll see it. Big white box. Having never been here before, I had trouble for a minute. But I found it and dropped off a ballot for my area.

I've been a fan of Multnomah County Libraries, and my home library (Gresham Central) for many…read moredecades. During the pandemic, I lost the habit of stopping by the branch, and instead started having my books on hold delivered by mail. But recently I decided to stop by the library again to use it as a bit of a co-working facility. It is just such a great place. The Gresham branch has plenty of parking. It is full of resources available to everyone. The library itself is full of light, and has just enough background activity to be interesting, while still being quiet enough to get some work done.

The staff at this library are friendly and helpful, they help me find my books when I need help…read morefinding one. The atmosphere is nice and not very loud, just some chatting. The people here look very focused on their work. I saw many people on the computers and lots of kids around, which made it feel like such a lovely, welcoming space to be.

It's been nearly a year since I wrote this review and covered many of the excellent indoor…read moreamenities here at the Rocwood Multnomah County Library. I've not had a chance to speak of the outdoor amenities until now. And what might be those outdoor parking lot amenities be? Well they are three new-ish Blink machines! OK, she's gone around the bend this time for sure. No, no stick with me! Blink machines are outdoor chargers for all-electric cars (and for hybrids). You have to apply for the card and it works like a credit card at the gas pump. It's a little more complex than that, but the Blink card and a guardian angel saved Ron and I a miserable afternoon after going up to Multnomah Falls and then running out of charge. Our dear guardian angel charged up a Blink machine for us and saved the day. This is a great place to have the Blink machines because this library is located near the freeway entrances. It's just plain a relief for electric car owners to have them there. I'm trying to do my part to get the word out. Thanks so much Multnomah County Library system for going above and beyond the call of duty!

I live in Clackamas county, but they were really cool about giving me the dual library card here. I…read morethought the Hoodland branch library was small, but this is a small library too. I was on my way to Sayler's and forgot to print the coupon they used to run during the week, where you got $10 off a dinner, so I thought I'd pop in here, use the computer and print it out. I did have to wait for about 15 minutes for a computer, but that flies by in a library. They were very nice and I ended up checking books out for a trip i was taking.

Really small library with an even smaller selection. Didn't come close to finding anything I…read morewanted to, the only way to walk away with something is to just grab a book and hope you like what they have. Cool.kids section and decent for computer use.

Such an awesome idea to have a library in a mall! I feel like this needs to be a thing everywhere!…read moreIt had a great selection for it being smaller and the staff were super friendly! It was super clean and neat. From browsing on their catalog computer it seems you can get books sent here from other libraries if this location doesn't have exactly what you are looking for!

I love how this library opens 7 days a week. I don't particularly like the selection they have…read morehere, but I love to have books on hold and have them shipped here because of the convenience. Hence, I can always do some shopping, too. I never have any issues with this place, nor have I stayed longer than 3 minutes. Checking in and out is easy. The Vancouver Mall is constantly changing, but I hope the library stays here forever.

It's been about 10 years since I last visited the Midland Library, and wow--what a difference. I…read moreknew they remodeled a few years back, but I finally had the chance to come in today, and it honestly feels like a brand-new space. The library feels so much more spacious than before. I really love the natural light coming through the windows, and the paintings and decorations throughout the building make the whole place feel calming and welcoming. It's the kind of environment that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile. They also have several conference rooms, ranging from larger rooms to smaller ones, which is great for meetings or quiet study time. On top of that, there's a dedicated kids' area where children can read, play, and just enjoy being in a space designed for them. Overall, this is an easy 5/5. An excellent place to bring your kids, read some books, or just enjoy a peaceful, well-designed library. I'm really glad I came back.

They had such an amazing and extensive kids section. With lots of activities and books in so many…read morelanguages. My toddler spent an hour just happily exploring. But don't walk through the nearby Midland Park unless you want something more illicit than board books. No one bothered us, but we were for sure in the wrong place.

We've been going there for several decades, my boys used to walk there almost everyday, when they…read morewere in grade school to bring books to read, specially during school break. My boys went there for activities, and the books we brought home were enough to last a week. I love it when we went there to vote, I was a member of the election board. My neighbor was doing that, and I asked her how she got in. She told me to fill my name down on a card & handed me one, and the following year, they have a supervisor that retired and I was instant supervisor until Mail-in Ballots got in my way! Dh went there to read the newspaper, since we stopped subscribing, and I did a lot of research on the net, while there . . . . can order books for delivery from other branches. Since it's so close from home, I sometimes go there to learn new tricks. I learned how to do the fabric Japanese flowers during one of their Asian week, and in return I am now helping raise money for the Japanese Tsunami AND teaching women from my church make them for our bazaar. How cool is that! We have a lot of Asians now in my neighborhood, so Vietnamese speaking have been added, and other Asian activities. I have a neighbor who I passed by when I go to the library, who have lived in the neighborhood after we moved in, who HAVE NOT been inside the library, not even once. . . . .only to vote. Well, guess what? She had missed so much . . . but last Monday, dh saw her there! It is not too late to enjoy what's out there, and we paid for that library's remodeling. Another improvement they did, was the bathroom. Not just anyone can go in to mess it up or plug the toilets. They are more lighted & can be seen (not hidden like a dark alley like before) who goes in & out so people can hear a child scream if they're in trouble. What I hate? I wish they don't keep updating books! Who cares if they're old. . . . . The olden days are gone, but books shouldn't have expiration dates. Go to the Book of Kells, do they replace books there?

I read so many books living near this library! It is small and friendly inside with plenty of…read moretables to bring your laptop to work on. There are computers available for use as well, along with a printer and copy machine. Also, An extra community room is here for events like Vietnamese Talk Time. Next to this room there is a display case which often features really cool lego creations by younger patrons. Overall I think it's great to have a library near by! I love reading ~ P.s. This is a Pokemon gym people! Red team