The Arlington Heights Memorial Library is one of the largest in the state of Illinois and also one…read moreof the best. There is lots of room in the underground parking garage. Throughout the library there is art on the wall to go along with its clean and organized facilities. You can do so much more that just borrow books here. There are technology classes, English as a Second Language materials, and a huge children's area just to name a few of the services they offer. I highly recommend the Arlington Heights Memorial Library.

This library is one of the nicest I've seen in the area, with plenty of underground parking, large…read moreand clean facilities, art throughout the building, and plenty of well designed displays throughout. This library has everything from movies, magazines, newspapers, and books to a makerplace and conference rooms. Services such as printing, copying, and faxing are also available at a low cost here as well.

Needed a new place to study and decided to check out this library. I'm someone who needs to study…read morenext to a window and feel like i'm outside getting fresh air. There are three tables alongside this wall of windows with outlets. This is all I need out of a library, so it gets 5 stars. If you're looking for a place to enjoy the sunshine, choose this library and these tables specifically.

Quite a nice public library located in Libertyville. Total upgrade from before. You can rent their…read moreNintendo Switch and play various games. There's also a vending machine on site as well as a fresh Keurig coffee maker. Very quiet here and very clean and organized. Staff is super friendly and very knowledgeable they also give good recommendations on new books to read. There's even a Teen Zone area and a digital studio workshop area. Pretty cool!

I just needed to use the lamination machine briefly on a Friday where the workshop is Appointment…read moreonly which I was unaware which is fine but you would think someone would be willing help get it done for me briefly. 4 items would take 5-7 min tops. Both employees just looked at me like you can leave now we are not willing to help you. I thought Warren and Gurnee was a much better place than most but the simply use of a laminate machine for a guest is not asking for much. July 31st 2026. I am a little upset obviously.

The cutest library! Every time we come by we always have a great time, the staff is always so…read morehelpful and so kind to my family and always greet my son with a smile. We've come by to visit their book sale, stroll around the library, and they have tons of great resources in both Spanish and English to support the community. They have great tech resources that you can book time to use too, I have yet to use them yet but so cool to know it's available. They also have a silent working room if you ever just need a change in scenery but need the silence to work. They're under renovations for the kids area, but can't wait to see how it all comes together this summer!

This library is not too far from home and has been a great place for me to work when I just need a…read moredifferent environment to be in every now and then. With a huge field outside and a playground a lot of the kids play out there in the summer. But when you walk inside there are 2 floors with large windows making it bright with natural lights, plenty of seating and computers for folks to use if they need. The staff is incredibly kind and willing to help if you need it. They also have tons of activities for families.

For now I will be rating this library 3 stars because of the noise level on the second floor. I…read morehave been going to this library at least 2x a week on the weekends since August and had interesting experiences. My husband loves the collection of DVDs and books this location offers. It also seems like a great library for children. The playground next door looks amazing and there seems to be many activities offered. It's nice that there's also ample parking. I will be sharing about two specific experiences in this review. First, I had a situation where I was sitting at one of the booths and was approached by a stranger. At first I was trying to be friendly and allowed them to say hello. After they passed by they suddenly sat next to me and touched my feet. I was so upset and alarmed that I immediately got upset, yelled at him and then went to the librarian to report what happened. I appreciated her help and soon after on the following weeks I noticed there was an employee that patrolled around the second floor. Now today, I was at the library between 12pm-2pm. There was a man near the copiers who was on his phone with the speakerphone on. Even with my noise canceling headphones on I wasn't able to hear my lectures online with his phone blasting and him talking. After 30min of continuous phone usage, I went to the librarian and asked her if she could ask the man to take his phone off speakerphone and take his call outside. When I meant outside I meant just not the second floor where right behind him there were many people studying. Couldn't he be asked to go downstairs at least? I was told that this is a "social library" and that if I needed quiet that I should move to the back corner of the library or get a room. Or if I need earplugs they can provide some. I'm sorry but when did it become acceptable to have long phone conversations on speakerphone inside a library? And what's a social library? I expect the first floor to be louder because there's many children activities that go on throughout the day. But why can't the second floor be a space respected for people who want to get some quiet reading or studying done? What if I don't want to go to the back of the library where it's not as brightly lit or don't want to be secluded in a room? The noise on the second floor has been complained about from previous reviewers and I wish this library can really hear us out. It's understandable that certain parts of the floor have different voice levels but if someone's behavior is being bothersome to others around then please do something about it. I don't feel like it was appropriate to tell me to move or wear earplugs when I specifically went to the study section at the booths. I go to the library making sure my actions don't bother others. I walk, use a whisper level if I am with someone else, use headphones, respect the space I'm in and I take my phone calls downstairs by the front entrance or outside. Why can't I expect the same from others as well especially in a library environment?

Mount Prospect PL continues to knock it out of the park with their programming…read more They have some signature programs, I'd call them, that take place throughout the year apparently, in cooperation with the MPPL Foundation. The first of these that we attended was the Teddy Bear Walk. Apparently this is a program that has been happening for something like 60 years and it's become a family tradition--grandparents are now coming with their children and grandchildren to the event. We were running late this day so we missed the "walk" part of the program--not sure what that entails. But the children are encouraged to bring a teddy bear and there are some great activities: times tickets to visit Santa; craft stations in the children's section; rotating story times; costumes characters outside, in this case a bear and the MPPL mascot, a duck; and a children's music drop-in session. I was so pleased with the event b it I didn't realize it was just one of many. Most recently we went to the Lunar New Year celebration they host. Again, many fun activities, with the craft tables again (making a sparkle dragon and a Lunar New Year sign), a dragon set-up in one of the program rooms for photos, a scavenger hunt, and the pièce de résistance: the lion dancers. This was a timed entry ticket, and we were amongst the first people to arrive at the library for the LNY celebration (score one for putting the start time for this in my calendar 15 minutes earlier than it actually began) so we were able to get in. Whilst waiting for the performance to begin, they gave us little tissue paper rings and said to wait until we were told to use them. To prepare the crowd--particularly the large number of small children--the librarian led us in a a song or two, including a fun call-and-response, and explained a bit about the pillars of Lunar New Year. And at the end, just before the dancers began, she told us to rip open our tissue paper rings to let out the "fireworks" inside. I feel like I must be a child myself because I was gleeful at that myself, though the room did erupt in oooh's and aahhh's so I wasn't alone there. (And you can guarantee I'm going to find and order some of those paper confetti pouches.) The company they hired to do this performance was phenomenal. I have never seen the lion dance in person and I was enchanted. My daughter was fascinated too, and I was actually worried she might be frightened. The performers did most of their dance up near the front but did wander through the audience for a bit, during which a lion stopped in front of my daughter, who promptly plucked an orange from its open mouth. I later learned that means good fortune in the year ahead. I left this event in such high spirits, having had so much fun, I couldn't stop talking about it to friends and took tons of photos. Their events just keep getting better. Never change, Mount Prospect Public Library!

Overall a nice library with kind and helpful staff. Be mindful of where the entrance is before you…read morestart walking (if you drove for the first time like me). I was in the area and needed access to Microsoft office suite and a printer- so incredibly thankful for our public libraries and free resources! At first I was told I could access the computer using my park ridge library card and PIN but I couldn't recall my PIN for the life of me. They provided me with a guest pass that allowed me to use the computer for 1h45m. That's 45 more min than PR guest which is a plus. Color copies cost .25 and B&W .10. I got what I needed and was in and out in less than an hour. Only one less star because as others have stated, it's a really loud library. Babies crying, people whispering, slamming keyboards lol, etc. But it seems the staff works hard to manage it between their work and borderline ridiculous calls- they do it all! Again, very grateful and only first world problem complaints.

The library it's very nice and good resources. I wish they had more programs for multilingual…read morecommunity. It's one of the most underutilized places in town but they are trying. I wish they could get to the level of Vernon Area Public Library but well that's a higher standard to uphold. Staff seem nice and knowledgeable. Areas are clean and good parking.

this is worth the visit, great staff and you get to see the library cats, they have two...Newbie…read moreand Mimi, they are such loves. Last year I read a book about Dewey the library cat, did some research and found library cats still exist, so I now make sure I pass thru area that has one. I live in Kentucky, visit Wisconsin and have stopped in Litchfield, Ill. to see Stacks, Richmond, Ill to see Newbie and Mimi...it is fun to see them and gives a nice place for a rest stop. When traveling look for the gems that you did not know were out there, it is worth the trip. Roadsideamerica.com will show you things you never know were close by and worth the visit. I was very happy to visit the Nippersink Library, the ladies were very nice and showed me around and let me play with the cats. You will also enjoy driving thru the countryside and the town of Richmond, lots to see. Have a nice trip.

pros: nice staff and they have a great after school program…read more cons: kids section is designed poorly. the children's book shelves are so high, an adult can't even reach them all. the children can't see them. there is no computer look-up in the kids area. the library has the space for a children's play area, such as a tiny town or hospital corner etc. it's a shame they don't have one. there is a need for indoor activities for our youngest population.

Phenomenal library. Great selection, very friendly staff, beautiful setting, free wifi. Somehow…read moreYelp has the wrong address. They moved over two years ago out of a little house to this beautiful new building! What's up Yelp? I had to stop and ask for directions because you're not on top of things.

I must admit it has been a long time since I've stepped into a real library. I'm gonna say it was…read morewhen I was on college. Today I stopped in for story time...no not for me...really!!! It was for the little one!!! What more can I say about this place? There is a great youth section with books for kids. There were also other books but I did not see that 50 shades of grey nor was I really looking for it. I find it sad that is the only current book I know. There are several computers but you need your membership to sign up. Also it is 15 cents to print pages too...how cute is that and it looks like it is on the honor system! I also saw a nice rack of magazines! So this place has everything from print media to books to Internet access! The parking lot is really big, so there is no need to worry about where you are going to put your car. I am glad that Twin Lakes has this place for the community to enjoy!

I never imagined I would go to a library located in a strip mall. But now, I can say I have done…read morejust that. From the outside it looks kind of weak. But on the inside it is very nice. They have a great selection of books, CDs and DVDs. They have a great children's area with children's programming. The librarians are always friendly and helpful. Very nice little library.