This small library also seems to function as sort of a public community meeting space for…read moreFairfield. It's located right off Main Street, and has plenty of parking, plenty of tables, free wifi, and lots of books. There's plenty of natural lighting in this place, as it's covered with windows. It makes for a relaxing place to get out a book and read for a spell. My favorite thing was the geneaological area that they're keeping. They have old obituaries, family trees, and newspaper articles about old family names, maps of old plats of land, and all sorts of stuff to look up historical facts. Kudos to whoever is keeping up those files. The library also offers a kids section, where they can even sort of play and read by the window without disturbing the patrons. It's not the quietest of libraries, but it offers so many features that are great benefits to the community. The library offers all kinds of public classes, speeches, clubs and meetings here. This is a great place! Fairfield was one of the first recipients (if not THE first) of the Carnegie Library fund to build libraries in rural areas. The Carnegie Library is now a museum and located just a few blocks away, which is quite apt.

I am a lover of libraries, and having recently moved here from Cambridge, Massachusetts, I have…read morebeen so happy to discover the Fairfield Public Library. They seem to be able to find me any book I'm looking for, if not in-house then through interlibrary loans. I am quite busy with my work right now, but I'm so looking forward to participating in some of the writing programs that are held here. I make frequent use of the public Wi-Fi and study rooms. This is a godsend to me. It's a very pleasant and beautiful setting. It's a joy to spend time at the library. I also appreciate that there are so many tables and internet spaces, a copying machine, and a lot of very good books. Someone has been very selective that for a relatively small library (compared to a big city), it has a wonderful selection of books. I also love the books for sale and the book sales. There are many special features and programs for the community as well. The staff is beyond wonderful. It's a great perk to living in Fairfield, just knowing the library is here and I love going here as much as I can. I agree that the library seems like a community meeting space. It's a wonderful place to spend time reading, researching, looking at magazines (a wonderful collection) and books. I feel so lucky to have this library available to me.

since there is no cable or dsl service in town the Library has Wifi and is everyone with a…read moreconnections internet source. The have reading night for the kids and a great selection of books.

good location. took my daycare here for a visit, but the lights in the bathroom went out the little…read moregirl was in there. Do you people have a timer on them? She had an upset stomach because of the Taco Bell she ate. thank you much.

Really nice library, friendly staff, updated media great selection of books, cirrent newspapers,…read more magazines. And small group rooms for small meetings and working sessions, very comfortable library.

Compared to the Iowa City public library, this place stands out. First of all they offer free…read moreprinting for anyone whose household doesn't have a printer and I our paperless world. you can print 10 pages a day for free with the library card. The library is new, nice, clean and organized. What really stood out was that they also act as a sort of community center where I saw needy people come in for an honor system, food, and pantry. During this tough times it was nice to see kids be able to get a peanut butter and jelly sandwich and some snack snacks. Plenty of parking u like the downtown IC library

As an Iowa City resident, I can't say that I frequent the Coralville Public Library often. That…read morebeing said-- I am on a youth sports team board and we needed to schedule an impromptu meeting and the CPL came through! It was an easy process. The staff was diligent and kind. The meeting room itself was great! Super clean. Parking is plentiful. Signage to find your spot is on point. No complaints! My kiddos frequent this library often with their grandparents, as well as in the summer with SPARKS Camp and it is a top notch resource for the Coralville community! The programing is great, the building itself is well maintained, its selection is fabulous. Overall, the Coralville Public Library is a staple. Whether you need to check out a book or plan a meeting-- check out CPL.

Clean library, surprisingly large, with lots of sitting areas to read, desks to work at, and free…read morewifi! This library carries the usual books, a surprisingly large magazine section (with the latest issues available), DVDs, music, etc. There is a large Children's section too. There is also a large room of used books you can buy (see separate listing for Secondhand Prose)! There is an Illinois Room devoted to history of the area, including a genealogy section, with microfiche machines for newspapers dating back to 1853! The staff here is very friendly, and the vibe overall is very welcoming. All that you could ask for in a library!

Our Library is the cat's pajama's! It is truly a blessing to our town. We have been from fans…read moresince we moved to town 45 ears ago and now our grandkids go to it. You can pick up books all over town in the drop boxes and even County Market on 48th has a kiosk where you can check out books and movies like candy from vending machine -so cool. Try it out! When this Covid thing is over check out the library and all it's activities , meanwhile pick up books from the library and it you don't know what books you want fill out a list and they will pick them for you. what more can you ask for. Come on ,Quincy, support the library!

Having been going to the Coralville library for recent years, the Iowa city location was a welcome…read moresurprise. Once you get over the parking and charging for printing, this is a far superior option with little offices and cozy reading nooks that you just don't get in Coralville. Really love this layout

This is really the only library I've ever really known. I'm a two decade user of the ICPL. And…read more.. it's like a fine wine guys. The older you get, the better it gets. As a kiddo-- story time, summer reading programs, movie nights, computer games to play and a plethora of toys scattered throughout the secluded children's section! Not to mention books, movies, video games, puzzles and more to bring home. As a college kid-- a quiet, air conditioned spot that has newer movies as well as video games to checkout for free. (Take that Redbox. And you, Netflix for not having the movie or season I reallllly wanted to watch!) They also loan equipment like bluray players, laptops and hotspots. Plus, study rooms on the second level are available. As an adult-- THEY LOAN ART, ya'all! A Digital Media Lab also lives here with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite Software. And their digital library is impressive with Kanopy, Local Music Project, RBdigital and more! Parking CAN be an issue-- I'd recommend the Dubuque Street Ramp, which is a block away. First hour free. The staff at the ICPL is wonderful. So helpful and knowledgable, with a smile worn MOST of the time. Also, don't forget a reusable bag for all your checked out goodies!

I love our library! Such a great place to study with a huge selection. I took one of the trainings…read moreupstairs in the creation studio for using the etching machine. It was great and Maria was so helpful. I have also used the sewing machines for projects when mine broke. I have always had a great experience with staff. Only thing I would change is to make the study rooms more soundproof. I use them to take proctored exams for school and a couple times I have heard phone conversations from other rooms as if they were in the same room as me.

Wonderful programs; childrens' story time; rentals, and an Aquarian in the children's library and…read morethe staff can tell you about the fish which has shrimp; wonderful staff in the children's' library. Right across from the children's museum

For what some would consider a "rural" library, the selection of books, audio books, movies, etc…read more is exceptional. I live in a community about 20-25 minutes away, but check out items oftern. They offer great programming and the staff is always so friendly and helpful. If you are in the area, stop in to visit. If you live in Kalona and don't visit the library, you need to. It is a great community service and offers more than just books.

as small as this library is, you can tell it is well cared for. reminds me a little of my childhood…read morelibrary, except the building is much newer. our brief chat with the librarians was just as charming as the building itself. this li'l community is lucky to have such a nice library!

You want books, they got books…read more That really is the number one requirement for a library. However, the North liberty community library has a very friendly staff, a nice selection of computers to work on, and they also participate in a program which allows you to electronically borrow e-books and audiobooks. While it isn't the biggest, the most historic, or the most beautiful on the inside, it has everything you need in the library with small-town charm.

Library staff is very nice and helpful. There is a lot of CD and DVD selections for patrons to…read moreborrow. Internet stations are available to use and a study room as well. They always have different activities available to patrons. Examples include: Teen night, Storytime, movies, video game night, etc. It's always fun there. Make sure you say hello to Flat Stanley!