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    Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center

    Scottsdale Public Library - Civic Center

    4.3
    (111 reviews)
    9.1 mi

    Awesome library and campus park outside the library. The youth section is massive and decorated…read morebeautifully, exciting the imagination of children. My 4th grader loves coming and hanging out in the castle playing with the LEGO tables and other stem toys. Very inviting and just outside is the splash pad and park. The adults section is huge with lots of seating, tables, and comfortable chairs to read on. They have a large 2 room Book Sale section where you can find books, magazines, puzzles and dvds for $1-$3. My favorite library in Arizona. Also there's a full service cafe inside the library. I ordered a coffee today. Very convenient!

    If you know me, you know I love checking out new libraries. I was in the Scottsdale area and…read moredecided to stop by Scottsdale Civic Center Library to get some work done, and I will definitely be back. One of the first things I noticed was how spacious the library feels. Everything looked clean and well maintained, which made it a really comfortable place to settle in and focus. There was actually already a line of people waiting outside for the library to open at 1 PM on Sunday, which says a lot about how popular it is. One feature I thought was especially cool is their seed library, where you can pick up seeds to plant your own plants at home. They also offer the usual cultural passes, which is always a great perk with a library card. Speaking of that, I really liked how unique their library card designs are. I was able to sign up for a card today thanks to a very helpful staff member who made the process quick and easy. Inside, there were plenty of tables and outlets almost everywhere, which made it perfect for getting work done. There is also a free charging center where you can charge devices. Parking was also simple. I parked at the Scottsdale Civic Center Garage, which made access really convenient. Overall, I was very happy with my visit today and will definitely be coming back.

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    Inside the library
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    Burton Barr Central Library

    Burton Barr Central Library

    4.3
    (183 reviews)
    14.3 mi

    We love Burton Barr Library. My son is always so happy there. The activities are great and very…read moreeducational, and he enjoys learning and interacting with other children. The staff is kind and welcoming, and the environment is perfect for kids. Highly recommended for families.

    A library masterpiece. Every experience I've had here was excellent. Most recently I came for the…read moreSummer Solstice event (6/21/25) which was an architectural delight. There was live music, the architect spoke explaining the light and architecture at work for the special hour (12-1). It was beautiful and fascinating to witness. There was also a demonstration of the Washington Printing Press in the Rare Book Room with a special print that day created by library staff. There was also a limited tshirt that day at the Friends Bookstore with a print from the printing press designed by library staff. Every day here is a special day, but today was an extra special day. Staff is always ready to help, is friendly, and is very knowledgeable - whether it's Adult Services Staff, Youth Services Staff, Circulation Staff, or Municipal Security; everyone is here to help make your experience incredible. There's a first floor with an art gallery, the children's area, the adult fiction area, the checkout area, the accounts desk, the security desk, and the auditorium. The second floor has the computer, printing, faxing, copying, and scanning area, the business area, the arizona room, workforce area, and college depot. I loved the informative display cases on the second floor which held information on filming western movies in Arizona, about Burton Barr - their namesake, and about the architecture of the building. This was a very nice, informative touch. The third floor is administration and is not open to the public. This is where the magic of Phoenix Public Library is planned. This is where the PPL team orders and processes PPL materials, where staff plans programs, marketing, and more! The fourth floor is the teen room, the makerspace, and where the youth services staff plans programs. The fifth floor is the largest reading room in the nation, yes, larger than NYC Central Public Library's reading room! It's an impressive floor and my favorite with those beautiful North, and South views of Phoenix. This floor holds the adult non-fiction collection, and reference collection. Each floor has restrooms, look for signs. Can't find it? Ask the friendly staff at any service desk. Enjoy your visit at an architectural gem, a Phoenix Point of Pride, and at one of the best library's in the nation.

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    One of their masterpiece from the library
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    Front entrance
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    Alcuin Books, ABAA

    Alcuin Books, ABAA

    4.0
    (17 reviews)
    8.6 mi
    $$$

    Nice store. Lots of old books, nor much new. But if you want something likely out of print this is…read morethe place. Inside has lots of stuff to look at, maps etc.

    Okay, so here's the lowdown: this bookstore is kind of a love-hate situation for me. On one hand,…read moreI'm not really into the old books themselves -- like, the stories and info inside don't always grab me, and sometimes they feel outdated or just not my thing. But on the flip side, the whole atmosphere of the place is chef's kiss for anyone who vibes with that old-school charm. The shelves are packed with leather-bound books that look like they've got stories in their covers alone. The texture and smell of those vintage leather bindings? Pure magic. If you're someone who loves that sort of musty, nostalgic scent that only time and dust can create, this place is basically a treasure trove. It's like stepping into a cozy library from another era, where every book feels like a mini relic. So yeah, if you're not fussed about the content but totally into the aesthetic -- the look, the feel, the smell -- you'll probably fall hard for this spot. But if you want fresh pages and modern reads, maybe it's not your vibe. Still, for anyone who's into the tactile, sensory side of books -- that old leather smell, the slightly rough feel of aged paper, the aura of history -- this bookstore is a whole mood, no cap.

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    Tricky to photo "storefront"
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    A fore edged book. Hidden painting (after)
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    Scottsdale Public Library - Palomino

    Scottsdale Public Library - Palomino

    3.5
    (6 reviews)
    6.6 mi

    I really like the Palomino Library (Desert Mountain HS)…read more Scottsdale does a very nice job with it's Library system. If they don't have your book at a particular location, they will have it dropped off by the next day. What's good about this system is that each library tends to carry some, but not all the book in a particular author's series. I call it spreading the wealth around. So, it you're looking for that next Lee Child or WEB Griffin book, then if Palomino doesn't have it, then nearby Mustang, Arabian or Appaloosa might. Nice!

    After visiting the Fountain Hills library and not finding a wide range of book selections, I…read moredecided to try this library out. This library is clean, spacious and seems busy no matter what time I'm dropping by. The staff is really nice and helpful in helping you set up your library card. One thing that's quite obvious is If you're looking for a quiet library this one has a lot of tutoring going on at it which means that quite a few tutors have set up shop here and talking is not at library level. As far as parking is concerned, try coming at different times as its a challenging location because of the high school its attached to. Best times to come are not during school hours. Overall, this library is an awesome place and I'm glad I get a choice of more then one library.

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    Plain front of building and shares campus of Desert MT high school.
    Plain front of building and shares campus of Desert MT high school.
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    Outside
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