The natural lighting in this library is amazing, especially during colder months. However, I wish…read morethey had a better set up. The last few times I've gone, I've noticed that their set up is a bit strange. I've had to go to the nonfiction section twice for fiction books because the catalog said they were there. Another time, the book I was looking for was missing (which isn't the library's fault). The people who work here are really kind and knowledgeable. They will help you and give you good tips. On the lost book occasion, the librarian checked four possible places for me, spending about 30 minutes hunting down the book before helping me put a hold on another copy. This library has a lot of potential. For example, I'd love if they offered a hot and new section, or put more popular/genre displays up. I love the Westover Hills Richmond Library because they showcase the hottest reads which inspires me to read even more. I think the Main Library could benefit from some reorganization. Besides this, it's a great space. They have wonderful rooms to rent out (I've seen RVA Rapid Transit's Mobility University held in a great space here). They also have a lovely garden in the back. It's a huge library with a lot of great potential.

Although this main branch is huge and carries an immense collection of books on every subject under…read morethe sun, it's a hassle to come here! Unless you live or go to school nearby, driving downtown sucks, parking is a nightmare, and it's in a busy area. I prefer to have a more chill vibe at the library. But, I weathered the traffic, and came down here recently for a friend's art exhibit. It was an elegantly laid out arrangement of her work and I was impressed with the other artwork there too! Some of the rooms were designated with various artist's pieces and the exhibits were thoughtfully planned. I was excited to view my friend's creativity and I was equally impressed that the library gave her and other local talent a platform to display and sell their work. The Dooley Foyer is the perfect venue for these amazing artists to share their imagination with the community. This building itself is large and well laid out. They offer computer access, photocopy services, meeting and event rooms, and classes. A world of wonder and learning awaits you in the library! Just sign up for a library card and use it at any Richmond City branch. Although this isn't my "go to" library, I appreciate its contribution to knowledge seekers, students, and educators in this neighborhood!!

A beautiful library with a nice coffee shop and gift shop. Easy parking nearby. We enjoyed the…read moreWhisk coffee shop in this incredible setting. I would love to come back and spend more time in the library.

One of the most impressive libraries I've ever been. Not only is it beautiful but it is an amazing…read moreplace to locate your family history. They have film, books with indexed information, a large area is dedicated to genealogy and history. This was a very helpful visit and great experience. If you have time because you'll need it and your family comes from Virginia this is a good place to find information. The staff is friendly and helpful giving you pointers, they can lead you to locating information. I was able to find a document from the early 1800s regarding the marriage of my ancestors, it was amazing. This Library offers more than just books for you to view it offers a window into history, life and Virginia the good and the bad.

This afternoon's library experience was here in Chester. This is a very large and quite modern…read morelibrary. Lots of glass and space, lots of open areas for reading, plenty of places to sit and study. I found a comfortable table in a "talking" area where I could take a Zoom meeting or two without disturbing other patrons. It's nice that the entire library isn't a quiet zone and supports this sort of thing. Of course, the wifi was easy to connect to and I had no trouble with power outlets for the laptop. This was a positive experience. [Review 18091 overall - 1371 in Virginia - 1613 of 2022.]

I adore this library. The staff are all fantastic, they do an amazing job at making wonderful…read moreevents and experiences for the community. It is always neat and clean and welcoming, and the displays are always fun and cute. I REALLY like that the staff are always willing to do a community outreach event and come to the local schools. Like all the libraries, I like that it has a nice selection of books and you can always transfer books between libraries if you need some thing that is not on the shelves.

I was looking for a place to do school work/study and decided to try this local library out. It's…read morenice because it's outside of downtown so not as busy and there's a parking lot which is a major plus. It's small though and there's only one area where you can sit and do work which feels up fast. However if you get there before it gets too busy then you're set. I'd come back though again.

I love my local library!!…read more ***LOCATION*** As the name suggests, this spot is located in Westover Hills. It's right on Westover Hills Blvd. near Devonshire rd. ***EXPERIENCE*** I always have a good experience here. It's an easy spot to walk or bike to. They have a good amount of bike lock space and a little parking lot behind it. The librarians who work here are very kind and helpful. It's a smaller library, but has most of the good stuff (at least in regards to what I'm trying to read). Like all libraries, you can put a book on hold or have a book sent to this library if it's not at this location. They have computers for their online catalog. They also have quite a few computers you can log into for personal use. This library is a great spot to get some work done or (surprise) read a book. I love all the natural lighting that spills into this space. ***PRICE*** It's free! It's a library. If no one has a hold on the book you're borrowing it'll automatically renew. ***BATHROOM*** There are single all gendered stalls you can use that are clean. ***CONCLUSION*** I love this library for its librarians, its space, and its books!

This is a small public library servicing a diverse part of the city. The librarians and staff are…read morealways welcoming and helpful. The book selection is small (not a huge budget from the city) but I've always managed to find a book or two that I'm interested in. You can also place holds on books and get them delivered here. You can also get items notarized here which is quite helpful.

Welcome to the neighborhood!…read more This well placed library (on Hull Street) houses a decent selection of great reads and quirky people. I've visited on numerous occasions and i always find it to be quiet, clean, and full of a great selection of books. The librarians are eager to help and are always pretty friendly. You always hand the option to have books transferred in or to call if you be late getting your books back. Which is great because.... One drawback.... there is no outdoor book drop. I know right!

This evening I attended the Southside Scale Model Builders Club monthly meeting held just south of…read moreRichmond at the Colonial Heights Public Library in Colonial Heights. I really enjoyed seeing and hearing about the models on display plus I picked up a few ideas along the way!!

Three hours here working this morning and it was pretty good. The Colonial Heights library has a…read morefree wifi that was easy to connect and was quite speedy for a few quiet Zoom calls and emails and even a Yelp review or two. I would call this "medium-sized" for a library. Plenty of stacks of fiction and non-fiction with a large collection of periodicals and reference materials. A few staff moving about. The library is quiet and I found a good spot in a corner with a study carrel that had power nearby. No one disturbed me and that's about as good as it gets. [Review 18085 overall - 1367 in Virginia - 1607 of 2022.]

I absolutely adore this library!…read more There's plentiful parking, and many seating options to enjoy your books! I love the top picks in the columns, they were very appealing! I also liked the staff picks and teen picks. This space was very welcoming and inviting, I loved how inclusive the year of the dragon display was. I also love the display of children artwork! Overall a wonderful spot to study or find books for everyone!

As far as libraries go I have seen better. This library has been in the making for years. We just…read moregot to go for the first time the other day. I just wasn't impressed. I have a 5 year old. We like to take out a few books at a time to read at night. The kids section just wasn't that impressive. There was a big TV that some kids were playing on and a bin of stuffed animals. You would think a modern library would do a much better job to get kids excited about reading. Maybe I was missing something. It seemed more like an office then a library. Hopefully they will be making some improvements. I will have to check out what they do this summer. Maybe they will have some excitement added and I can change my review.