I call the Inglewood Library on Crenshaw Bvd. above Imperial Highway: Inglewood Library university . They received a Grant for a recent Wednesday 5:30pm lecture series that included cell phone review in detail, two seminars on internet and personal security. Watch out for Internet scammers that can financially ruin you and what you do about it. The ChatGPT and AI seminar was very informative and an AI instruction full Book was given. Each week was a free Goodie Bag from the Free Seminar given to all that attended the lecture . Like a little black school bag. Now there is a Summer Book club with prizes . I plan to lecture myself in the Los Angeles and Inglewood Library system. I will have the libraries order books to accompany my lectures . Stay Tuned for Dr. Marie Jo Ksne . Thank You Inglewood Library -University You are the Greatest !!!! Ask for Pam. She will help you with all your educational needs. read more

Everything, this library has the perfect staff very helpful and no their stuff. Always clean and there is no better place to spend time in a good book than the Inglewood main library. read more

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We love this library and the kids space. Their programming is the best! Fun and free events. My children love it there. I'm bummed to see it close for a few years for renovations but I know it will be back and better than ever. read more

The Inglewood Library is a true community gem, offering a warm and welcoming haven for all. This time of year, the library's holiday spirit truly shines, inviting everyone to pause, reflect, and welcome the season. read more

It's a library, loved coming here but the outside (stairs and parking) smells like urine and the elevators are dirty as well, people cannot use the computers on the children's center so have to go upstairs. read more

Love it, my kid always enjoys the activities, the stories, many ways to get involved. read more

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This library has a beautiful layout and the fact that its right next to city hall makes it a plus. I checked out some books but was late returning them so I stopped in to pay my fees. I would have given this library five stars but when Frank who is the librarian told me that they only do cash or check, that was a let down. Other than that, I was very pleased with the customer service I was given. Frank was not only professional, but patient and very observant. He noticed that I didnt have a library card to assist with paying my fees and when I told him that I applied for that card back in 2017, he asked if I would like to apply for a new one and add any updated information on. He was awesome. read more

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If you going to check temperatures, and I really appreciate the fact that you try, but at least get technology that works. The poor guard couldn't get the post tool to work and then her hand held failed to register any temperature. Of course, now I am facing the existential question: am I really alive? But seriously get them the tools they need to do their job--it's important.... read more

I was amazed at how well maintained and stocked this library is. I honestly went inside unexpectedly and didn't have very high expectations but I was pleasantly impressed and surprised by Inglewood's library. It is very clean for the most part. I took off a star because the restrooms on the first floor by the elevator are disgusting and filthy. There was bodily fluids all over the toilet seats in each stall except for one and there was toilet paper everywhere. Despite this I'd still come here simply because it's a quiet place to come study, read, or kill time If you're at City Hall or something like that. I was impressed by the fact that they had a children's center where kids can go and have a safe space to hang out at. FYI: there's free parking for this library after 4PM which is great! Otherwise below the library is metered parking in a lot. The staff at the computer station on the second floor are super helpful as well. You can make 20 copies a day which is very convenient and helpful for those who are in school and don't have access to a printer or computer at home. I was also shocked to see that this lovely library has some games available on the first floor. read more

Stellar selection of activities and amazing staff. I only went to renew my passport and the process was quick and easy, the staff was very helpful. But as I walked through the library, I noticed many fun activities for children, teens, and adults with great facilitators. read more

This is a very spacious library they can actually add more tables or more book shelves. I drove in because I don't live in the area. The only drawback is metered library parking 25 cents every 15 minutes with a two hour maximum. A great place to be at if you are trying to get away from your cell phone and just want to relax and read a good book. read more

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I LOVE this library! Everyone here is so nice and so helpful. Another thing about this library is that the events are unique and amazing! One event I loved was the Painting we did a couple weeks ago. I strongly recommend this library and you should visit soon. read more

I have been to the Inglewood Public Library on many occassions. I was here a while back and they remodeled the library. Lots of great books here to see and read. Building is right upstairs above the Police Department. Staff are nice on the bottom floor, But i did encounter some rude staff workers working here. Giving me the attitude just because i didnt put a few books back in the isle. You work at a library. Its inevitable that people will not put books back where they were. Anyways, she wasnt going to ruin my day and joy of visiting. Great library for the community and public. read more

Siempre vengo con mi hija a la librería todas las semanas tienen muchas actividades para niños y muy organizado la recomiendo muchísimo

I never really had a problem all the times I've visited here. Customer service is, for the most part, decent. Only one toilet for each gender , which given the amount of homeless people frequenting, is beyond sub-par. Located smack-dab in the heart of downtown Inglewood; it's across the street from the public high school and only two miles distance from LAX. Spanning three stories; there seems to always be adequate seating and charging stations. This particular branch always has multiple copies of popular newer titles in stock, which is a great plus. If you do come by, be sure and pick up some books at the front which are mostly under a dollar each , and all proceeds go to various organizations. Also, many classes and movie nights are offered here monthly. Read on Inglewood, read on! read more

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Quiet and spacious library with 2 levels. Lots of resources, activities for the children and friendly staff.

Great location for big meetings, comfortable seating and good AV tech. The library has many books for sale at 25c paperback, $1 for hardback large coffee table books, and lots of CDs, DVDs, etc. They also have beautiful bags with I "heart" My Library sign, lovely! Parking is free on Saturdays so that is a plus but surprised they charge folks other times. Please reconsider this as more readers translates to less opportunity for trouble. High recommend for easy access, large meeting rooms, book sales and pleasant customer service. read more

I had to give my right pinky toe and the blood of a virgin to get a library card, but other than that this is a typical library nothing special. There is Teen Center on the first floor which I think is awesome for the community. We need more programs like this for the kids. It is a bit dated and could use a small face lift. Besides that it's quiet and has books.... read more

What a stupid library that makes you pay for parking. Guess the city thinks reading is overrated

It's a library. Decent-sized, looks like it hasn't been refurbished since the early 80s; there are still rooms with typewriters that you can rent (a feature I find really cute). I like that there are conference rooms you don't have to reserve in advance; you do need a library card to use them, though, and you'll have to go back to the first floor to get one. If you're bringing a laptop (wifi is free, no password needed), outlets near desks/tables aren't terribly easy to find, and once you do, chances are it's taken. Tip: third floor directly across from the stairs on the other side of the elevator, up against the wall, are some study carrels and a power strip for you to use. The only restroom I was able to locate was in the lobby of the library, and you have to have a security guard buzz you in. When there's no security guard at the desk, you stand there feeling stupid. A woman with a 10 year-oldish girl had the same problem I did, and called out politely to the guard when she saw him. The people working the circulation desk nearby insisted the restroom door was unlocked, which it wasn't, and then they nastily told this woman that kids must use the restroom in the children's section of the library and that she couldn't use the lobby one. The woman explained it was flooded, and the staff acquiesced to letting us all use the restroom. I have no idea why there was such fuss, but the library staff were strangely rude about something very, very minimal. No free parking, the lot adjacent to the library is all metered; you can park down the street if you don't have change/mind a short walk. The long ramp up to the entrance is VERY steep, it would be difficult to get up in a wheelchair, with a stroller, or on crutches, so I suggest taking the elevator from the parking lot. read more

I love Inglewood library! I grew up going to this library to study for many exams and to use the WiFi for school and work.

OK SOOO....This Library is something else. I did not feel comfortable at this library. Everything just seems so outdated It seems like a very large library an its not so big once inside. The building is terrible ugly,it reminds me of some eastern European bloc country. I did not like how the library looks from outside or how it feels inside. Its an uneasy feeling once inside , not very safe . I would much rather visit another library than this one. The people working there seemed helpful enough but it did seem understaffed. read more

I've been a member since I was in elementary school. My mother used to bring my sister and me to the children's section and let us roam free while she read newspapers and poetry. Years later, I am still here very often. It has a good selection of fiction, nonfiction, and reference materials. Growing up, I was able to find most of what I needed right here. Plus, the staff is very helpful and friendly; the only times I have seen them be short with visitors is when they are breaking the rules or being rude. If you respect that you are in a library and not a movie theater/mall, you will be okay. What I truly love about this place though is that it is a GREAT place to get work done. It is quiet, clean, and spacious. Whether you are studying, filling out applications, writing, or anything else, you can get it done here. I usually bring my laptop to the individual desks on the second floor. On occasion, I have reserved their computers. They run Windows XP, which can be a problem if you want to do complicated things like code VBA or photo/video editing. If, like most patrons, you simply need to use Microsoft Office and the Internet, you are more than fine. I found everything ran quickly and correctly. They also have typewriter rooms - please never get rid of this! It is too cute. What would I do when I wanted to complete my next novel? To address other concerns yelpers have had, the building is ugly, and the only interior design has to do with convenient placement of the shelves. But it's a library. I don't go here for the looks. I go here to check out materials and to get work done. Overall, it's a great place to begin your research of any topic. *Note: I deducted one star because it is not very handicap-friendly. The ramp by the entrance is too steep to be practical or safe. read more

I came here a couple weeks ago to study for a midterm. It's a pretty big library with several medium sized tables on the second floor and a couple of study rooms. It gets pretty packed with key-latch kids after about 2pm so plan on getting there early if you need a table. Also, metered parking only in the lot but it's pretty easy to find a parking spot in the residential area a couple blocks away if you don't want to bother with quarters. read more

I have been coming here since I learned how to read. It's always been well maintained and organized. I like that with each level up the fewer children you see. Their audio video section is pretty neat but isn't stocked with up to date material. That's actually a good thing as you can familiarize yourself with things you might normally have not. The staff in the reference area very knowledgeable and helpful. Their borrowing rules are very good as they lend out several things to you at one time. Some libraries I've been to charge you per book and don't let you keep more than 3 things out at a time, they don't :) read more

got my inglewood library card today. just showed my drivers license and filled out a paper there. got my card and all is good! first check out is 2 books, but after that you can check out up to 25 books at a time. saw a check out book drop box at the city hall metered parking lot too, by the way! save some time... wow the kid's area is amazing. there are countless english and spanish books for kids, all organized and in order. there are several kids' computers with educational and fun programs already installed in them. each kid gets 20 mins on the computer at a time but there were hardly anyone here today! all the way in the end were soft sitting areas for toddlers. my daughter and i had a good half hour alone reading books. everything is so clean and neat, everyone is so happy, calm, and it is very peaceful here. don't know what everyone else's complaining about!! i really wish i had more time in my meter!!! read more

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This is a cool library to have study groups in or find research materials. It looks huge from the outside, but isn't abnormally big or up to date internally. Books range from all subjects, however, and there's even an area for kids. The parking lot is metered and isn't ample. Desk clerks have always been nice and helpful. You can easily get a library card as well. read more

Library is stacked with books. 3 floors of information at your fingertips and a bonus depository :) 2 computer labs and free wifi. There is also a branch on 111th and Crenshaw. Great place if you don't mind a lil bit of noise. The children's program is outstanding. Parking is the only flaw i can think of but that's a an issue with city hall, not the library. Enforced until 6. read more

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This is a nice looking library. It's the second time I have been here this month, so far the people at the front desk are nice and friendly. They have computers and copy services here if u need it. They also have typing rooms. read more

This place stinks. Literally! There is some sort of stench going on. They hardly have any computers and are using really outdated software. The online catalog is not interface friendly. Very few available outlets for laptops. Not a wide selection when it comes to anything current i.e. nothing beyond 1993. Unfriendly, unknowledgable staff. The building itself is also very strange and badly designed. Pass this place up and go down the street to Westchester Branch. read more

Inglewood is a very nice library. unfortunate that I came this far to pick up a book only to be told that it's lost this could've all been resolved if the online system was up-to-date which told me that it was in stock. But overall clean and nice read more

Great place to study. Broker renewal was coming up and just needed a quiet place to prepare for some exams.

1 of my favorites they call me a vip tje only problem is their slow on getting the newer titles n but i prefer this library over other libraries read more

Visitors to the children's section should take note of the framed original art on the walls by noted author-illustrators Taro Yashima (The Umbrella), Graham Booth (Henry the Explorer series) and L.A. giant Leo Politi. read more

The interior of the library is very nice. And the staff is wonderful. The only reason why I give it a 3 star is the condition of the outside. I had to pay for parking (a little odd for a public library) and there was a terrible sewer and garbage smell from the walk from the car to the parking level entry. They really need to clean up the sewer leak, move the garbage dumpsters to a different location (not underneath the canopy), and make the Parking Level entry a little more architecturally significant. I walked passed the entrance because I couldn't believe an architect would actually design it that way. I thought it was some kind of service entrance. Only after circumambulating the whole parking level did I realize that was the actual entrance. Hmmm. Once I got up to the canopy level, it was a lot nicer, and once I got inside, it was a lot better too. The kids room was very nice, I just wish the computers weren't there. The kids on them were not interested in books. read more

I used to come here as a kid with my parents. I LOVED it!! Sometimes I would sit for hours reading in the children's section. As I got older I would come her to do research and work on projects. Today, I decided to bring my kids here to work on their homework. They needed a quiet apace to work and I THOUGHT this would be the perfect location. NOT!!! The pre-teen/tweens seemed to take over the children's section to play games on the computer. They were so loud that we had to leave and go upstairs. There, found a table that we were able to work at for a good 15 minutes and then here comes a group of teenage girls. OMG!!! I will say that a couple of them were pretty quiet. But then one decides to have a cell phone conversation!! WTH?!?!?!?! The longer we are in here, it appears that the kids from the middle school come over here right after school and between 4-4:30 they start to dwindle out. THANK GOODNESS!!! This place brings back such happy memories for me. I just hope that my kids can get the same enjoyment out of it..... minus the distractions. read more

I have used this library since they opened and I find the staff to be very helpful and gracious. I go on line and order the books I want after I look over the selection based on my criteria. They call me the next day and I pick them up. It works for me. I agree the parking should be free and you will get a ticket, however there is street parking near by. The parking is free at the branch off of Crenshaw and I love it there. It is intimate and you can browse. Staff is courteous and helpful, a rarity these days in service. read more

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