Green Road Community Library is a small and very open library. Because it is a community library…read moreand not a regional library, it doesn't have as many spaces for studying/working and there are no public conference rooms to rent, quiet rooms, or semi-private study spaces. Many desks are very close to each other so it may be challenging if you need to work on something confidential (would be ok if you have a privacy screen, I guess). I tried working here for a short period and had to seek out a different location. It was hard to find an open space at a table because there is limited seating, so I ended up sitting with my laptop literally on my lap in an adult chair in the children's area -- there were no children there fortunately. Nice place to get free WiFi and a cool space to sit and read if you are a local and don't have other options.

This library is awesome! So kid friendly. My daughter and I came here for the first time today for…read more'storytime stay and play'. "Storytime Stay and Play is a fun, interactive, and energy-filled storytime experience. Join us for a short storytime followed by creative activity stations featuring playdough, building materials, crafts & more! Designed for ages 3-5, but all young children are welcome!" The librarian was very energetic and engaging during story time singing songs and interacting with and answering kids' questions. They've got so many things around the library for young children to play with: a magnetic wall with different animal and letter magnets, mega blok wall, love the alphabet on stars across the carpet, and activity cubes, and magnet activity provided in the kids area. There are adorable kid friendly rugs in the kids section too (Pete the cat, alphabet/words, and Gerald and piggie). They even have a little step stool for kids to check out their own books in the children's section. They've really thought of everything. This library shares a parking lot with the park so the kids can play at the playground before or after the library! It's a smaller library but you can really see the effort put in with all the little details in the way they decorate and label the different sections of the library.

Bottom line: This little community library has much to offer! Lots to enjoy and explore here at…read moreMorrisville Community Library, affiliated with the Wake County Public Libraries system. So many resources in a nice, clean, well organized/maintained setting. Beyond the resources available, the staff was 5 star helpful and pleasant, awesome! The Deets: I will have to say, I came to this little community library with the preconception of it not being all that much. I was wrong. It's got a lot packed into its current 8800 or so square feet than you'd expect, with around 50,000 adult and children's books. It opened for public use April of 2020 (what a wild time to open, eh?). The current library is undergoing an adjacent construction project that apparently will make adjustments to its parking capabilities. In addition to the books/audiobooks/ebooks/digital media, they have scheduled library programs, high speed WiFi as well as public computer access, seating areas with dedicated workspace type areas, and more. Self-checkout of books is available. It is affiliated with the Wake County Public Libraries system so if you have a library card here, it will work with the other Wake County libraries as well. I refrained from taking pics inside as I did not want to ruin others' library vibe, but this place is nice, clean, well organized, and well maintained. There was security stationed at the door on my visit as well. But beyond all these things, the one thing that put this library in 5 star territory was the service that the staff provided. The person working with me went out of her way to make sure I knew what was available, how to use the library resources, made sure all my questions and then some were answered...and did so with such a pleasant as well as extremely helpful manner. Positive energy here, and welcoming as well. I am glad this little community library is in my neighborhood, all 5 stars from me!

Such friendly staff! I had a stroller and the workers offered to help me to my car with my books…read more We enjoyed baby storytime! The workers also helped me locate my books that were held for me. The library was clean, a nice area to do work or read. My only complaint is not much parking available close by and there is construction next door that is loud.

I always find a good book to read! I love to read Clive…read moreCussler, Michael Connely - Harry Bosch and others David Bladacci

With a little bit of time to kill and I'm technically supposed to be at work, I stopped at the…read morelibrary and powered up my laptop for a bit. Comfortable table with a power outlet nearby and it was of course, nice and quiet. It's not a very large library but they do have a more than decent selection. From where I was sitting, the fiction section contains quite a few recently published books. Good size for non-fiction and there were several libraries feverishly reshelving books. Clearly an active library. [Review 12455 overall, 2243 of 2019.]

The photos I took do not cover how incredible this five story library truly was. Set on the NC…read moreState University campus, this is a hidden gem for book lovers and those who love Swedish design. It is massive and as soon as I walked in I felt right at home. I stumbled on this while looking for things to do in the area while attending a book signing. Being a book lover and author, this was an obvious choice. My friend and I explored the first two floors (we were pressed for time) and were in awe. I wish Charleston had something like this because I would be here every single day working on my next manuscript. There were several rooms, desks, and seating areas for readers and students alike to choose from. The large windows allow for plenty of natural light that offsets the bright interior lights. They have a wide collection of titles and studies! Highly recommend that you check it out. Just remember to be quiet and respectful as students may be present working on their projects.

My teenage son studied here for his final exams. He appreciated the later closing hours compared to…read moreour local library. I appreciated the safe location and the kind staff. On the other hand, my son complained about the slow public wi-fi, which is a pretty big negative when you're studying using your laptop. He said it took 10 minutes just to get connected to the wi-fi. But for that, this seems like a nice spot to study if you've got a personal hotspot (or access otherwise to faster Internet). Hopefully, there is faster wi-fi for NC State students.

Very nice place although its small. great personalities. Lots of books and even movies you can rent.read more

First off, I thought libraries were supposed to be QUIET?!?! this is by far the loudest place I've…read moreever been in..and it's the STAFF who are being loudest. Laughing, talking, cell phones ringing all loud. So hard to concentrate on what I'm here to accomplish. Unable to focus. Very unprofessional. This library needs a whole new staff, period. It's terrible when you can hear what and WHO the librarians are gossiping about.

Maybe my home counties of Cleveland and Rutherford are unique in having excellent sets of historic…read moreresources at the deeds offices and libraries, but the state archives office was incredibly disappointing for me. I found nothing I hadn't already seen in researching branches of my family. One employee was somewhat helpful, but the rest didn't provide helpful assistance whatsoever. I was disappointed the archives require an appointment for viewing any photos whatsoever. I didn't know that ahead of time and live three and a half hours away. Also be prepared if you'd like Civil War records that you'll likely be referred to the national archives and told they don't manage much. I basically went through a whole security registration, pass-obtaining process and all just to learn within one minute that nothing would be useful to me. And I was disappointed they don't allow freedom to research without being hounded by staff members. I couldn't go anywhere without being immediately approached by someone demanding to know exactly what I was looking for. I do my best family research when I'm free to explore resources and find what's helpful. I don't see myself coming back here or ever offering the state any of the many family historical documents I have in any will or trust. They simply wouldn't be accessible or valuable if they were managed by this office. When I left empty-handed, the staff members looked at me like I didn't know what I was looking for in the first place. I got the same treatment the day before when I left the family history library on the floor below. And both days, my wife and I were talked down to by the officer on security duty at the front desk. Just very unimpressed with the whole process and resource.

This is the repository for most of North Carolina's historical governmental records. If you are a…read morehistorian or genealogist this is a wonderful research facility. North Carolina is virtually unique in the US for the level of centralization in records management. In addition to all of the state government's records, virtually all of the older county and municipal records are here as well. The facility was recently remodeled, so everything has a new shine to it. It would have been nice, though, if they had added more power outlets for laptops while they were doing the remodeling. The staff is always very helpful and answers questions patiently.

I'm biased but the library here is waking up! Free WiFi and anyone can use the public computers…read more Part of the NC Cardinal consortia which opens up to resource sharing across the state. Study room available for those needing quiet. Copy/fax/print availability and programs offered from tec help to storytime to book clubs. If you haven't been there in awhile it is worth checking out!

The Mordecai House was opened this past weekend for the annual Holiday Open House. With COVID, it…read morewas a little different than usual. Names and phone numbers were taken as well as a temperature check and the typical questions asked about being ill and travel. Masks were required and hand sanitizer was available. The chapel and visitor's center were open too so they provided a wrist band after you were checked so you didn't need to be checked again. I was very impressed how well planned they were for this. The number in the house and each room were limited too. Volunteers were inside in each room to provide some history. The rooms were also decorated for different periods of time over 235 years from Victorian to the Civil War to The house is the oldest house in Raleigh on its original foundation. A lot of the original items are still in the home. Besides the house, the park has a garden, law office, kitchen, chapel so there is plenty to see or have a picnic in the park.

Quaint area in downtown Raleigh with historic homes and buildings that have been preserved in their…read moreoriginal state. Unfortunately we arrived too late in the day to partake in the guided tour, but it was still interesting to walk around and read about the buildings. I would not make a special trip for just the Mordecai Historic Park, but it's definitely worth adding to your Itinerary if you're planning a trip to Raleigh.