The feel of this library is nice, big, roomy, and mostly inviting. The children's area is nice for…read morethe little ones to read books and play. It would be nice to have an event calendar state what is the story time themes are, not just the time. My biggest complaint is by the front door. There were 5-7 gentleman loitering outside, almost blocking the doors. We were inside for about an hour and they were still there when we were leaving. 14.06.2024

One thing I love about Manatee county and its public institutions is the commitment to the…read morecommunity and social awareness. Nothing short of that was the event I attended at Central Library on 4/21/18. The library hosted a fashion show that featured area students that designed dresses made from trash & other found / discarded items. What these young people came up with was absolutely miraculous, and the juxtaposition of those beautiful creations over the fact that we have a massive waste crisis on out hands in this world was really moving. One dress was made entirely of green soda bottles curled and extruded to create a flowing, bouncing ensemble mirrored by a hairdo of similar curl and body donned by the model. Another outfit top was made almost exclusively with a young lady's grandfathers old ties. Very creative! This is why I live in this part of Florida, and why I will continue to support the community and events they offer for many years to come.

If you make an appointment on online it went very quickly. The lady behind the counter Khristy knew…read moreexactly what we needed and it was very quick. And she was very polite. We had to switch tags over. From one vehicle to another. All went well. As a matter of fact it really couldn't be any smoother

I had an issue with registering my car. After my vehicle was totaled I had the hardest time ever…read more in my life. I came to register the vehicle and get new plates for a used car that I just bought. I was not able to get new plates because I didn't have enough money at the time and they were about to close so I was running out of time. But Joshua was so very patient and helped me out. My mom was acting up and being intense, which made me upset and Joshua had to deal with all the madness. He was incredibly patient and tried his best to help me out. He was able to register my vehicle and set me up with appointments for the plates and other processes, I was really grateful for him. I noticed one of the coworkers next to him seemed annoyed by us, she didn't do anything at all to help him though and he seemed pretty new at this job and I wonder if this is how they roll here, he seemed like he could have used some help, but she seemed like ready to check out. Thank you Joshua you had the patient of a saint. Needless to say I have my plates and all documents needed, and thankfully it all went very well.

This place has on two separate occasions had me wait over an hour after the appointment time I had…read morepreviously made to be there. This place is definently disorganized to say the least and has a terrible way of prioritizing their patients. After this result is read, I will never come back here. It's not worth it to waste time out of my day waiting on people who can't get their own system together.

Attention! This rating is only for the Mobile Testing Van service they have, not the actual brick…read moreand mortar location. To see the schedule for the mobile van, go to: http://manatee.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/infectious-disease-services/aids/outreach-and-testing/index.html from the website: " We offer confidential, 15-minute HIV tests to the public in our clinic and through outreach activities in the community. We also offer other STD tests; our package screening tests for HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea and hepatitis A, B and C" The mobile van service offered by the Manatee County Health Department offers FREE and confidential HIV/STD testing for Manatee County residents. You can also pick up a discrete packet of free condoms while getting tested. Some results you will get on the spot, some you will have to call in to get 10-14 days after your initial visit. The van moves around throughout the county and you can visit at the various locations 5 days a week, no appointment necessary. Apparently Manatee County is brimming will all sorts of crotch cooties, so why not get tested if you've ever *ahem* partaken in the local, um, attractions. People lie, people lie more if they think there is a chance they might get laid out of the deal, so protect yourself and get tested and have the peace of mind of knowing for sure where you stand. Get your partner to come on down to the mobile van, too. Please note that the testing on the mobile unit is always free! You can also get tested at the brick and mortar location, but for some reason they may access a fee to you if you go to that location, which doesn't even make sense, so spare yourself the possibility of a charge and track 'em down in the mobile unit.

This is marker commemorates the history of Mr. Beall and his shop that became Bealls. His civic…read moreroll in bringing the Cardinals to town for spring training is also noted.

A decently sized convention center with average seats, stage, and capacity. I attended my brother's…read moregraduation here, and since his graduating class was relatively small, this location got the job done. There is enough room for handicap ramps on either side. Unlike, say, the Florida State Fairgrounds convention center, which has very large staircases to the seating area around the back, this one has two staircases (on each side) located in the front. The downside of this is that when whatever event you're attending is over, mass congestion occurs right at the base of the seating area, and you're basically in a swarm of people until you break back out into the lobby. Parking was pretty simple, though it's mostly on grass. If it's been raining and you park here, you're gonna have a bad time. The traffic light to get in (if you're coming across the bridge) is horrendous. I recommend heading down Haben to avoid it.

Went to this location for a gymnastics competition. Good size and comfy seats. Negatives were age…read moreof venue and the lack of setup to run multiple awards at once. The space was available but unused.