Carnegie fires and…read moredairies The first hint of a library in Ludington was in 1872 when a collection of books was shuffled around various places in the town. By 1877 a local hall served as a kind of permanent location but when the hall burned down the books once again became vagrants. Fortunately the incredibly wealthy Andrew Carnegie was tossing around zillions of dollars for libraries at this time and the town of Ludington managed to get their hands on some on the cash. So in 1906 and nice new library was built and stuffed with books and other libraries thingies. It served well until the town start expanding and the library became a bit cramped. So the library had a major expansion and renovation in 1975 and presently is in the process of planning for another spurt of growth. The Ludington Library had a bit of a scandal in 2011 when a librarian wrote a rather candid book called Library Dairies, which exposed what "really" goes on in a library, complete with local drunks, dossers, light skirts and perverts. She ended up getting fired but received a settlement after suing. I didn't see any drunks, dossers, light skirts or perverts when I was at the Ludington Library but I did see a pleasant little library that functions well and is a convenient place for the community to get some books, do some research or just relax.

Welcoming to all and open for much longer hours than you'd expect of a town this size, with a great…read moreaddition on the original vintage building which has been lovingly restored and great free programs throughout the week, the Ludington library is an enormous asset to this community. A friendly atmosphere and coffee out for the patrons on the honor system add to the good vibe. Not much of a book collection, more of a community center. If you're here to study or work, keep in mind there doesn't seem to be any kind of silence policy except maybe in one of the reading rooms.

Andrew staircases and…read moreladies As with many towns and cities, the first hint of a public library in Manistee started in around 1885 when an enlightened group of women decided the town needed a place where the citizens of the town could have public access to books. So they just sort of started storing the small collection of books wherever there was room but realized a more permanent location was needed. So in around 1903 the women get serious and managed to get funds for a library from the famous philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. By 1905 the grand library was open for business. The library was designed by the famous architect G Harvey in a cool Beaux Arts Classicism style. The building featured a grand and massive entrance as well as elaborate staircases and other interior detailing. The library of course has changed a lot throughout the decades and now has the latest computers and digitalized materials. However it still features the elegance and aesthetics of the original design. The library has friendly and knowledgeable people working there and a very logical and easy to use system to locate books or other materials. Lots of places to sit and read or just loiter around. A wonderful library that has a unique appearance and a spacious interior that allows the visitor to be comfortable while conducting business or research.

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What a great day- it's Saturday and we stopped at the library for a book by author Lisa See, they…read morehave it in the Recent Books. Librarians are helpful, library has Wi-fi, view of the marina, and information on all the local events. Saturday is also Farmers Market and crafts in the next-door park. Lots to do in this area of Frankfort. It's a beautiful library with such a nice layout and many books, kids section and big windows for day-dreaming.

Big or small, this library is one of the best I have frequented. Staff is outstanding, friendly and…read moreknowledgeable. If they don't have a book you are looking for, they will make every effort to get it for you.

The White Lake Community Library is a new, clean and modern facility within the Muskegon County…read moreLibrary System. The building is designed in a charming arts and crafts style and also serves as a starting area for the wonderful biking and walking trail nearby. The library has Internet equipped computers, adult and children's sections and a sunroom area with magazines, newspapers and comfy chairs. Any time I have orders items, the librarians are willing to check the status of the items and are pretty helpful. The one improvement I would like to see would be a few really comfy chairs or couches. The ones they have are Stickley style and have wood arms, which makes it a little more difficult to curl up in with a good book.

Although we are up North at our cottage only during the spring, summer, and fall, the Onekama…read morelibrary is a constant for us while we are here. Besides having free WiFi and a great place to work (which makes extended stays possible), this library offers an amazing amount of resources, given the size of the town. Of particular note is the adorable kids section, which is quite handy during rainy days when kids feel cooped up inside (yes, speaking from experience). The staff is so friendly, and the front entryway always has info on summer events. We love this library!

The Hart Public Library is a nice modern facility on State Street in downtown Hart. The new…read morebuilding was built in 2003. We have a place on Old Michigan near Silver Lake and we come to Hart at least once every weekend in the summer. Recently when our internet was dead at the lake, we sat in the parking lot of the Hart Library with our laptops and rode the WiFi. The library a great resource in this small town, and if you ask me, a shining example of what government does best.

For a small town library - the Hart Library is exceptional. Beautiful new building and competent…read moreservice and a caring administrtion. A bright spot in Hart.

I was having trouble with my Libby app. Kelly at the Woodmere branch was phenomenal. It took an…read morehour and a half but she was successful in the end. I can't thank her enough for her persistence in figuring out the problem. Great job Kelly

Very nice library, even have 3d printers, lots of space, printing and laminating, tons of books and…read morecomputers too