West Pearland Library, yall have the bucks honey!…read more I made a decision to get a Brazoria County Library card due to a book I needed for work purposes. Another branch was the only branch to have it. I've enjoyed visiting various branches and since getting my library card. This library is really nice! Spacious and clean. There's ample seating with pods, open tables, private meeting/study rooms, and a lovely balcony area with more seating. There's an elevator as well- accessible. My initial visit was during the holidays so there was lots of decor. Librarians/Library staff were friendly and helpful. When I'm in the area, I'll definitely return!

I attended an event hosted by my colleague. This was my first time at this Library, and it was so…read morebeautiful. I loved how the community rooms had glass walls so that you can see and it brought so much light into the room. The room was spacious and the library itself was cute. In the hallways they have a self check out and books that are free. I will definitely return for a story time.

On my random Saturday library tour in search of books to swap with friends and/or add to my…read morepersonal library, Smith Library greeted me with NPHC accolades as soon as I parked, thanks to the welcoming smiles beaming down on the property from the AKA mural. What a work of art! The art didn't stop at the front door; it continued through the library as evidenced by the featured book titles that were adorned in timely themes (Breast Cancer Awareness, Halloween). It's clear that there's a certain degree of effort and attention to detail prioritized at this particular location. They also had one of the most extensive book sale sections I've seen across Houston Public Library; thanks to the library on duty, she told me about an upcoming library book sale happening in just a few days. I will make it my business to return! This library is full of history as I learned a bit about who Dr. Lonnie Smith was, a Civil Rights leader and renown professional in the dental community.

Nice & quiet, just how I like a library. Small and cozy. Library staff are very helpful if you need…read morethem to be.

Houston has slowly but steadily improved South Side's infrastructure over the years; the Young…read morelibrary is a shining example. This place serves as a peaceful getaway to the relatively lackluster and car-oriented surroundings. The windows let in plenty of natural light from every angle and the interior looks modern. There are several seating choices to choose from, including a reservable conference room in the center. The library is a little small but for the space it has, it's utilized efficiently. I certainly had no issue getting several hours of remote work done at the high tables. The staff appeared inviting, and the school kids kept the noise to a minimum. HPL is doing a stellar job building useful and beautiful third spaces throughout the city.

A small group of us used this library to help high schoolers with their college applications. The…read moremale staff here was very rude to us and talked aggressively to us while there. He wanted those not providing direct assistance to move to another area. Everyone there was support for these children and again our group was small. No one was being loud or doing anything disrespectful to cause him to come talk to us rudely and aggressively. We all felt uncomfortable and unwelcome after that. The entire vibe changed with the students. We packed up and left early because of this. I didn't get his name. He was tall black man with a red shirt on.

I like this library. I've found good and interesting books on sale. The staff is friendly and…read morealways willing to help. I wished it were open in the morning or on Sundays

This is a fairly new library than Parker Williams (not saying Parker Williams library isn't great)…read moreand it has a lot to offer. This also is a Houston Public library apart of the Houston public library systems. It was built about 3 years before and it looks really modern on the inside. The library card for this library isn't the same as the Harris County library card, this one is different and it can be used at any library in greater Houston though not at Parker Williams (even though it is in Houston). So, confusing right?! I know. This library is smaller than what I know at Parker Williams and it is divided up by a children section, adult, and small study area. Here, you have to use your library card number to access a computer (same as the library in Clinton, MS) and you have to reserve a computer for yourself. But, you have to walk to a different station to do that, instead of doing it on the computer. They do accept San Jac printing cards here too. They offer the usual classes for children like storytime, and they have free computer classes. They have self checkout in which you use your 4 digit security code and library card number to checkout if the desk it too overcrowded. I thought that was pretty cool. Parking is decent: Close to the building, so no long walking Front parking is for employers only Side parking is for visitors They have only 2 fuel efficient parking spots in the front beside the handicapped parking The only thing I didn't like was the fact that the library was small and really no area to study with children carrying on. That can get a bit rowdy. Plus, since its a library apart of Houston more regulations and limitations, so not exactly a free will.

Library isn't what I expected it to be, it's the smallest Harris County Library I've been to, and…read morefor the most part the quietest.. ..Unless someone decides to bring their noise-maker child in that just disrupts everybody's calm and peaceful mood. That really ruins a nice study time to have to hear crying all the time, parents not doing anything to control the brat and either are the librarians. The only ones suffering are the patrons. On top of that, the librarians in which I thought were nice and sweet at first suddenly turn sour to racially profile two black females out of a majority population of Hispanics. One librarian had the audacity to question my sister about her T-shirt and then tell my sister that she shouldn't be wearing it because she doesn't attend that university. First of all, why is it any of that nosy-rosy librarian business to ask a question like that? Uhh, my response to her would have been its none of your business that's why I'm wearing it and do you have a problem with what I'm wearing, and is it such a crime in your beliefs that I'm wearing a t-shirt to a university that I do not attend?!! Silly woman, tricks are for kids. Aside from that, the same ignorant woman asks us if a Border Terrier was ours, out of a whole library full of other people. Does she think we are hoodlums who doesn't know that only service dogs are allowed in public places because my dog is at my house sleeping in his bed. She asks us out of everyone in the library if the dog is ours. We are both clueless to how the dog got into the library, all we know is the dog walked to the table we were sitting at and laid under the chair to bite its skin...and she had the audacity to ask us that silly question after when we walked in she harassed my sister. She must not be taking her medicine if she thinks she can treat us any kind of way. It's a good thing this library isn't easy to find; located in a Hispanic neighbourhood with barely any other race and they think they treat outsiders any kind of way and this is in fact America and not Mexico. They better get their mind right! Anywho, the library selection is minimum, a few audiobooks I found a good (English) audiobook, though most of the books are only in Spanish which it already seems they cater to one type of ethnicity. They do have magazines in English, even MAD TV magazine I enjoyed giggling at. The parking lot is small which isn't a norm for HCPL's. I do like that they have free crocheting classes every last Thursday of every month which is a nice treat, but I'll just stick to Parker Williams library that mostly caters to the Vietnamese population while treating it's other non-Asian patrons with respect.

South Houston is considered Pasadena to some folks and to others it is considered just Houston. Old…read moreGalveston Rd & Spencer Hwy is not quite Houston. But no worries, if you find it you find it. But Ave A is not quite a memorable address. It almost makes you fiddle your thumbs a bit to figure out where the heck this library is. If you know that College runs from 45 to Hwy 3 and eventually turns into Spencer then you might locate it. Anywho-- It is a library, located not on the ridgid nor smoothest street. The parking lot is less than full & smallest to none. No one said ever. Once you enter you'll notice most doors are open. No, I'm not talking about for opportunities unless those opportunities are taking a dump & entering to a questionnaire librarian. As I approach the doors. One of the librarians asked me if I go to U of H. Only because I was wearing an Earth Day University of Houston t-shirt. I replied no, I attend San Jac (San Jacinto college). The librarian replied saying, "So, why are you wearing that shirt"? Out of all the options of flipping that question to answer rudely, politely, or sarcastically. I just answered, because I won it at the Earth Day festival downtown. Now, if any of you'll know me. You know, I would've answered rudely or sarcastically. Not bluntly, the truth & which I should've said, because I want to wear this shirt. Afterwards, of being questioned once. My sister & I began to do what we do. Laugh uncontrollably & eat our snack in the back of the library while browsing a MAD magazine. Next thing we know, a Border terrier mysteriously enters the library. How does a dog as small as a terrier enters a library on its own? It walked straight back towards the end of the library where me and sister was. Strangely, it could've walked anywhere in the library. But for the female dog to walk that distance and determination to where we was is odd. So, the librarians were eventually notified about the dog in the library. The same librarian that confronted me once, confronted me a second time. This time, she had the nerve to ask. If the dog was mine. Now, I was thinking but didn't say. Which I should've. I said to myself, "Didcha see me bring a dog inside"? "I mean comon' you interrogated me about my shirt". "I would've thought you would've noticed dog too". "Is it yo dog?!" Yes, I would've said that. But this time, I only said. "No, it isn't". The librarian was brave to interrogated me. But was timid & scared to touch & grab the none vicious dog. That made me laugh a little. She approached me and said, "the dog has fleas", "I tried to call for it, but it didn't come", "it comes in all the time & is always around". She instead used a bag to tie around the dog collar and was going to jerk & pull it from underneath my chair. So, instead of her choking the dog which was planning on doing. I just simply grabbed the dog for her and pulled it from underneath my chair and gave it to her. She still persistent to yank the dog with her makeshift leash. I shook my head and not once did I hear a thank you from her for grabbing the dog. Because I know for a fact. She would've been there all day trying to get that dog. I'm thinking at this point. Why the H did she ask me the first time if the dog, yes dog was mine.. ??! If she knew in the beginning the dog is a frequent visitor at that library. It just boggles my mind a bit. I don't come in there everyday. And the dog could've just had dry skin not fleas. I mean, humans scratch themselves when our skin or scalp is dry. She as I see now, is not very knowledgable and does not think before she speaks. She ended up calling animal control on the Border terrier. I just hope Animal control didn't euthanize the dog. That's South Houston library for you!

I've been going to this library forever. I used to check out VHS tapes here!! Good selection of…read morebooks, interesting guest speakers, and summer activities for children and teens. They also have a big selection of used books for sale by the Friends of the Library.

This is the library I grew up with, I know this library and I like this library very well…read more It is CLOSED on Tuesdays. I usually go here to print something for class and to check out books. Beware of the children section, too many children in one area and sometimes the children can be too loud and very disturbing too. They have book section for all ages, and whether you speak English, Vietnamese, or Spanish they have a book for you. They always have activities going on mostly for the Vietnamese or children. Right now, they have a reading club you have to read up to 5 books under 60 minutes. You can read a magazine, book, or a newspaper. It's better to read a book, so you can keep up with the time. When you get through with reading your books, your name is entered into a drawing and you can either win a $30 Amazon gift card or a Kindle. Parking is very spacious since it is in a strip mall area with other legal places like WIC, Tax county place, and etc. Usually the librarians are nice, some are weird, and some just don't speak much. I don't mind the librarians too much.

Decided on a whim to apply for a library card within the Brazoria County Library system. Well…read moreactually, maybe it wasn't on a whim. I needed to locate a book for a discussion (professionally related) and the Pearland Library was the only location to have it. So shout out to the Brazoria County Library system! Thanks! I've visited this location once to pickup my library hold. I explored for a short period of time but not for very long. I was able to grab my hold off the shelf with ease and get it checked out with the library staff member. Kudos to them because I didn't have my physical library card with me. I chose to give them a call first to ensure not having my physical card wouldn't be a problem. Staff members were nice and helpful. This location is spacious. When I'm in the area, I'll definitely return. Oh something else to note - a huge green flag (!!) for this library system is that you can apply for the library card online and they will send your card to you in the mail. Talk about accessibility, am I right?

The library isn't overly large nor is it super tiny; it seems as it's just right to some. There…read moreisn't enough tables located in quiet areas. The children's section wasn't completely separated from the adult section as I could hear rambunctious kids talking oh so loudly and playing as if they don't understand the concept of silence. It does seem like the selection of audiobooks and DVDs is far greater than what Parker Williams and Freeman library has combined. Though, this isn't a Harris county library branch. I'm not sure if that's the reason why they don't have wifi for guests. The staff wasn't very welcoming as when I walked in I wasn't greeted, just stared at like I was an alien from outer space. However, one of the shelving assistant that had a Irish accent or British accent was polite and showed that she was friendly. They have early voting going on now in a separate room. There aren't any tile floors just carpet and no bad odor inside. Also, the parking wasn't limited meaning there is lots of spots available. It's pretty convenient to find, if you're traveling from Green Tee just drive straight onto Liberty Dr., it's on the right side across from City Hall. Just off of 518, right before you get to the episcopal church.

If you are looking for knowledge. Where better to go than a library. Nice and quite. Services…read moreare good. The employees are nice and friendly. Most libraries have become empty because of the internet. It's always good to go in the library and experience the good customer service.

I updated my library card. The employees are friendly and very helpful, I plan to take a class and…read moretake two more with me.