Solomon Keim Student…read moreThis is a great library full of resources. It's not too big and is clean, basic, and functional. Free WiFi is a plus, and a great place to work.

From the owner: We are an engaging community library.read more

This is a great place to work quietly with access to the Internet and comfortable spots to sit…read more They have legitimate desks with office chairs and power outlets! The architecture is enjoyable too.

The Midwest Genealogy Center is a gem for those interested in their family histories. I can spend…read morehours at a time and not know where the time went. The library has an outstanding collection of genealogical resources and through a partnership with the Family History Library in Salt Lake, the resources available are nearly endless. You also have access to electronic resources through Ancestry Library Edition while you are on-site. What I like best is the layout of the library. It has a very open feel, complimented by high windows that allow a lot of sunlight to come in. There are many different working configurations...desks, tables, chairs and sofas. I find that this library is much more comfortable than most and I'll drive the 30 minutes to do my research here rather than working from a closer library. Not sure where to start? The Midwest Genealogy Center offers several classes for all levels of amateur genealogists. You can also arrange a consultation with a volunteer genealogist to help you overcome any research barriers. If you have any interest at all in genealogy, you have to check out the Midwest Genealogy Center!

Libraries are great. I think most people have fond memories of visiting as kids and if you're like…read moreme, those memories are very suburban. The libraries I grew up visiting had 90s flair, and while amazing spaces that kept me entertained all summer long, they didn't have the grandeur of an iconic inner city library - like this one. The first time I stepped foot in here as a young adult I was in awe. It's just a gorgeous building, and incredible atmosphere to sit and read. The parking garage is set up to look like a bookshelf which I think is cute, and I love how you can just get lost in here and enjoy the space. It just FEELS like a library which sounds dumb but is true. What pushes this into five star territory for me though is the rooftop terrace. On a nice day there really isn't a better spot for an urban picnic.

The downtown library is a nice building…read more I specifically wanted to use the study room but you can only reserve it a max of 2 hours and then when your session over you can extend it only then if no one books it. So for this sole experience I wouldn't use my library card. The area in downtown doesn't offer many parking options and the garage is high.

This is my first time stopping by this library and it has instantly become a new favorite study…read morespot for sure. As soon as you step into the library, there is a cute little coffee shop called Post Coffee. It is modern, has lots of seating, and is playing soothing music in the background. The library is also super modern, with LOTS of seating options. There are so many different chairs and tables to pick from so each person can find their perfect fit. There are also charging outlets everywhere which is something I look for when i'm studying. There is a small "cubical" space where there are little dividers between each area so you can focus on your own work without getting distracted from the person next to you. There is also a computer area, study rooms, and an open area. Lastly, there is lots of parking so you don't have to park on street or far away!

Great study location! In my opinion, I find the location on 7 Highway to have more options for…read morereading/books but the Colbern location has so many places to study!

Wow. We are so lucky to have a place like this with people that care so much in our community. Took…read moremy youngest to the teen book club meeting last night. We were the only ones that showed up but Ms. Lex still held the book meeting. She had activities and talking points. Everything a book club would have. Her and the rest of the library staff made us feel so comfortable. The book was awesome. The library has tons of book clubs with some cool things for teenagers going on this summer. If you're not here and you're a book nerd, you're missing out.

I Had an issue and spoke to a manger , Manger wasn't very interested in the conversation and seem…read morejust to blow me off I felt very disrespected and not welcomed, otherwise staff was very nice and friendly.

This little library has been recently renovated and is very well laid out. The librarians are…read morehelpful and courteous. There is a fine little bistro right as you enter on your left. When I worked in Indy, I spent many a lunch hour here. This is like a brand new library.

This was my library growing up, and over the years it's gotten even better. The renovations are…read moreamazing. Fans of the Soup Trolley/Novella's now get to enjoy their food surrounded by books. And this sounds silly, but their water fountains have the coldest water in the world -- it's so awesome during the summer. They have several computer sections and the different boundaries are better defined. All adult books are on the ground floor and the kids and teen books are upstairs (with a play section too, which is awesome). And I love the self-checkout -- it means I don't have to wait in line, and nobody judges me when I want to check out a Baby-Sitters Club book.

This introvert is finally at ease in the library!! Everything is easy. You can reserve books you…read morewant online and pick it up in a special "reserved" section and then check out the books at the kiosk. You don't have to talk to anyone or stand in any lines! So great!

The Mid-Continent Public Library in Lee's Summit is a great place for free events, such as concerts…read moreand story time/crafts. We attend many music concerts, such at Mr. Stinky Feet Christmas show in Dec 2011 and toddler story time. I love the toddler story time which has a great story teller and fun crafts afterwards. My son is 3, and too old for this group but it is my favorite compared to the Pre-K story time, which we did not enjoy as much. The person whom they have story tell for Pre-K story time is not as good or entertaining for the kiddos. They offer great selection of books, CDs and DVDs too, for both kids and adults. I have not been able to join in on any of the adult classes or activities but I've heard they are also great. Overall, I highly recommend this library to anyone in the area looking for some free and fun things to do for yourself or your child!

Obsessed with the library!! This library offers free cooking classes and I was able to snag a spot…read morefor the comfort food reimagined and 10/10. From the teaching to the food, everything was amazing! Our instructors were so sweet too. They let us know everything we could be doing to perfect our food. I've been here once to study and it was a good vibe! I enjoyed how spacious it was and how it had a cafe and when I went.. LEGO! That's always going to be amazing for me.

This library is great and so much more than just books. I typically use the app to reserve books…read moreand cds and pick them up via the very convenient drive thru window. You can also drive thru to drop books off. The app is easy to use. This location has a little coffeehouse and they have a culinary area that I've heard great things about. I'm sure there are so many more things to use and enjoy here, but I seldom go inside.

Review for Friendly Bean Coffee and Woodneath Library. Just went this last week for studying for…read morefinals and was pleasantly surprised to see it so busy! Love seeing so many community members together in a shared space. Everything was clean and the coffee was great! I would ask for only 2 pumps of lavender though if you don't want it to be too strong. Highly recommend getting out of the hot summer weather and spending a day in the library.

Horrible. Snobby librarians, trying to rush you out as fast as possible. Love this branch but the…read morestaff are just so disrespectful and rude. Can't believe my tax dollars are going to people that just sit around and are mean. If I visit again I'm bringing other people to teach them a lesson on manners that's for sure. (Just a civilized talk, violence is horrible). I will be reaching out to their director who is luckily a friend of mine.

This will be a somewhat biased review. Why? Because I work here and I love libraries…read more Trails Regional Library-Lexington, has a lot to offer. It not only has a large collection, but it also promotes literacy throughout the community of Lexington. The library is striving to challenge the stereotype that libraries are boring, dusty buildings filled with old people. The current staff at the library push new technologies that benefit their patrons (eBooks, downloadable audiobooks, free Wi-fi, the use of Evergreen to create an open catalog system) and try to hold programs that interest a variety of people. Programs the library has held in 2011: Adults: Political Round-table Talks, Card Making with the Cricut classes, Green Ideas Workshops, Adult "Lunch-time" Book Club, Adult Summer Reading Program, 19th Century Rugs w/ author Maggie Bonanomi, Recycled Art Demonstrations, Computer 101/Basic Internet/Email 101 classes Teens: Book Spine Poetry, Anime Afternoon, Halo Tournament, Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament, Madden Tournament, International Film Festival, Teens Travel: Japan, We Play Wii Afternoon, Movie Morning, Soap Making School Age Children: Passport World Cultures Program, Lets Eat!, Explore Russia, Wii Afternoon, Arts and Crafts Afternoon, Woodland Adventure Story Time, Wings of Love Bird Show, Brian Wendling: Juggler and Entertainer Preschool: Preschool Story Time (every Wednesday @ 10:00), special story time's throughout the year The library is an integral part of the community and goes out of its way to accommodate its patrons! You should definitely stop to say hello, we would love to meet you!