Fantastic library! Heavy on children's selections. Seems like they've got a lot of great…read moreprogramming for children, too. It's a beautiful, clean, well-kept building with an easy parking lot. There's some great study tables upstairs. Spots to sit alone, collaborative tables, some couches/chairs, and even some separate rooms you can rent out. I'm unsure if you have to reserve these ahead of time, but I saw several people using them, primarily to take video calls.

Beautiful library with a lot of programs for all ages. Very nice and helpful librarians.read more

I was genuinely impressed by this library. It's huge!! Three full floors plus an art gallery on the…read morefourth level. The space feels thoughtfully designed, clean, and expansive without being overwhelming. I stopped by to take a meeting in one of the study pods, and the experience was seamless. It was quiet, comfortable, and exactly what I needed to get work done while traveling. Everything felt organized and accessible. I also noticed a dedicated tutoring section, which was such a nice touch. It's clear this library really prioritizes community support and learning at all levels. I loved my experience here and will absolutely be back before I leave Birmingham.

I recently stopped in to get my library card, as I had not renewed my previous one in a while…read more Services were great. The agent was helpful and it took me about five minutes to get my new card. They also have passport services available at this location. So if you are in need of a passport, I recommend visiting the Central location, as they thoroughly explain the services to you. The staff is always so courteous and they have a nice bookstore that offers books for cheap. I have been able to find newer books there too. I highly recommend this location to help with various needs, ranging from book checkout, internet services, and passport services.

The library staff was cordial and helpful. The location was warm and welcoming very clean and…read moreorganized.

I stopped here recently to get some work done. The staff here are all friendly and helpful. The…read moreAvondale branch is very clean and offers a nice view of Avondale Park. It was raining during my visit, so that was perfect! Despite not having visited this library branch in a number of years, it's pretty much how I remembered it. A nice place!

My first time visiting HPL was recently. It was a pretty quick trip as I was here to attend a…read moreclothing swap event. I really like that there is ample parking. I must say I overestimated how huge this library was! I hate that I didn't have more time to explore. I am glad to know they are open on the weekends!

You can call me Belle because bay-beeeee, love to read! Libraries are one of my favorite places! I…read morewas here a few weeks ago for a Kiwanis interclub event. It was easy for me to park and find the room for the meeting. It was spacious and quiet, which makes for a good meeting spot. It's a nicely decorated location and I could easily see someone in a corner reading.

Apparently, the Birmingham Public Library has more to offer than just checking out books and using…read morethere computer. This branch takes pride in serving the community they're located in by offering different programs that's beneficial for everyone. If you're planning a meeting, they have rooms for both community groups or organizations that you can use for a nominal fee and I didn't know you can apply for passport since I thought only post offices handle those. As for the library itself, the few times I've been here, it's always keep clean and tidy which I never seen the place disorganized. Three section of the library is divided between the children area, the adults section and the computer room which offers free WiFi for anyone that has a library card. Regardless of what service you need, you're likely gonna find it here.

Awesome programs, at multiple locations & times. Always helpful people, facilities are always cleanread more

I really love this library branch! The staff members are so welcoming & helpful every single time I…read morevisit. I mainly come here to utilize their study rooms. Since I work remotely, it gives me a different environment to work in. It's always so peaceful! They also have great event opportunities here for all ages!

Beautiful library. Friendly and helpful staff. I love the views and comfortable / remote work…read morespaces available. I haven't visited this location in a number of years but I will definitely be back soon. Great library!!! You can reserve study rooms via their website. I plan to take advantage of this on my next visit!

As a remote worker, I'm always looking for quiet, pretty places to bunker down for the day. The…read more Trussville library was a lovely stop! The building is right next door to plenty of walking trails, there's ample parking, and plenty of space inside to get cozy. I booked one of the study rooms to have some privacy during a virtual meeting and spent the rest of my time soaking up some sun by the window. The place was really clean and the staff was quite helpful with answering my random questions throughout the day.

I love libraries and have always been an avid supporter since I was a child. However, since the…read morepandemic, I've honestly not visited as much. Recently, as I was winding down another year of teaching, I decided to stop by this location to finish up some paperwork and tour the new facility. It's beautiful! There's plenty of parking outside, and plenty of seating and space inside to sit and enjoy a good book or to do some work. Books are plentiful and so are community meeting rooms to host your events. There's a lounge with specialty snacks for your enjoyment and a separate area for quiet reading. I also love the outdoor area as well. I'm so happy to have this new library in my community and I promise not to be a stranger and stay away so long!

What a beautiful building and really nice staff. This is a new location. It's not the biggest…read moreLibrary, but that doesn't matter because you can order your book online and have it sent there. You just pick it up when it's ready. A nice seating area, drop off outside, place to refill your water bottle and the best thing - the lowest prices in the entire city for used books and even some free!!

Clay Public Library isn't likely to knock anyone's socks off with an abundance of literary…read moretreasures or a wealth of research material. This isn't the place to come to complete your thesis or to hunt down obscure Russian novels. At best, it's a hallway of mainstream bestsellers. But, it sure is charming. The building is a restored house and is very welcoming with a patio of rocking chairs, creaking hardwood floors and white picket fence. Their fiction section is in the main hallway and there's a small room of non-fiction, a children's room, a dvd collection and four public computers. They also have a table of books on sale for 25 cents.

OK I am biased, I am attending the school. They have been teaching law since 1915. Designed to…read moreallow people with established careers to extend their knowledge or change career. It is a most welcome option for me. Instructors all practice in their areas of instruction, unlike regular law schools where the professors can not practice and teach the standard from the books.

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