Loved visiting this library as part of my Frank Lloyd Wright (FLW) tour of the Marin County Civic…read moreCenter. It is in one of the stunning domes of the large building. There's an area for FLW books and info, but the rest of the library is like any other public library and offers lots of services and products. I really enjoyed the back room which had a small exhibit about the history of Chilean people in the area. The librarians were all so welcoming and helpful! As I walked around, many greeted me warmly and also were masked -- both gestures were much appreciated!

If you are a Veteran or a loved one, there is a Veteran volunteer, every second Wednesday…read moreafternoon, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, at the Civic Center Library to answer all your questions or help you or your loved ones with any issues. I am the spouse of a Veteran. https://marinlibrary.bibliocommons.com/events/6584d0f367e8ac3700b7d1b2 Veteran, Mark, helped me for over an hour today. I can't thank him enough.

I don't ever bother going into this library. I enjoy the outside grounds. It is very green on the…read moreproperty where the library sits. Looking thru the windows it kind of appears to be stuffy inside and there doesn't appear it is a comfortable place to study.

Although I didn't attend DU, I came here frequently when I was a college student living in Marin…read moreCounty to study. I was always impressed by how quiet it was- other students and patrons were always respectful and mostly silent. Making everyone check in and present their IDs made me feel safe and secure, which is always appreciated when studying in a public location. I loved the tables that faced outwards because there were some great views to take in while hitting the books. One thing to be aware of if you're not a student- the library does not offer guest WiFi, so plan ahead by setting up a mobile hotspot or preloading things on your device.

Breathtaking library. Peaceful. Great stop after going hiking at Hawk Hill. Sausalito after. Great…read moreday trip!

This library is absolutely enchanting. Set amongst redwoods and within walking distance to Hallmark…read moremovie-esque downtown Mill Valley, this library is a must visit and must frequent. The layout is very well organized, and there's plenty of natural light from the tall windows (highlighting the setting of surrounding redwoods). The lovely & historical art displayed on the walls downstairs is very interesting to peruse and look at. I use my library membership here to access a few online apps to borrow books (Libby & Hoopla), and I always find what I'm looking for as the access is not just MV library, but includes all Marin County libraries. Also, icing on the vegan cake is that on the side of the building is a small but very well stocked used bookstore -the Friends of the Library Bookstore- with a diverse selection of secondhand books at incredibly low prices.

I mainly pick up books that I have placed on hold, so I forget how much space there is inside…read more There is a community room with plenty of seating to study, a teen area, free events, guest speakers, computers & printers, and helpful staff to answer questions. I will definitely consider spending time there the next time I feel stir crazy working on a project at home.

Corte Madera Library is the perfect escape to allow for productive work…read more The Corte Madera Library is one of the smaller libraries in the Marin area. However, it has a quaint charm that really draws me back. Although a bit of a drive from where I live, I like to on occasion drop by the Corte Madera Library especially when I have a meeting free day at work. It is somewhat hidden covered with plenty of greenery in the surrounding area. I appreciate that there are plenty of spacious work spaces that not only allows for natural light, but also an excuse to stare outside. No need to worry about outlets because there are plenty of those too. For those who need a computer, there are stations available. In need of a caffeine boost, there is a Peet's conveniently located across the street! Or if you are more of a Starbucks or Philz Coffee person, those are just a few blocks away. If you are interested in checking out books, DVDs, or CDs, they do have a decent selection but a little limited because of its smaller size. However, if you are willing to wait, the librarians can help get books from another branch delivered if avaialble. Another downside with the smaller size is the smaller parking lot, but there is definitely ways to find a reasonable parking spot walking distance from the library. Overall, Corte Madera Library is a great place to get work done especially if you are in the Corte Madera area.

a special place to visit. Children love to come here, as do seniors who have loved libraries…read moreforever. The staff are welcoming, eager to help. This is what a library is meant to be!

This place is so amazing, I almost want to keep it a secret. But libraries are one of our most…read moreimportant institutions, so it wouldn't be right not to shout out about the South Novato Library from the rooftops. The book space itself is just average for Marin (I miss my fancy big public libraries in small town Connecticut!), but there is something really special here: The Shop. The Shop is an all-ages Maker Space with almost everything you can imagine to create: a row of sewing machines, knitting and crocheting materials, paint supplies, all sorts of arts and crafts materials, and a full wood shop! I have a sewing machine, but can't work it and hate sewing. It's much easier for me to bring any kind of mending project (I irrationally volunteered to mend some classroom chairs) to the Shop on a Wednesday or Saturday, when a sewing librarian is there. My younger daughter has loved experimenting with sewing here. And my older daughter loves tinkering with the glue gun, foam, fabric, and other supplies. Kids 8 and over can actually stay at the shop during open hours without parental supervision. When we have gone, I've always seen industrious, creative, responsible kids and pre-teens there hard at work. What a great space for young people who often don't have a set place in public spaces, where most events/ places are focused on adults or toddlers/ preschoolers.

Great little library in the charming hippie town of Fairfax. Good selection of books…read more I attended a mushroom lecture held in one of their meeting rooms, which was very educational. Parking lot has ample spaces. So many great libraries in Marin, and this one definitely holds its own.

Staff here are very helpful. If you have children, there's a child librarian who can guide you to…read morebooks for your child. I was here on a rainy day and there were many patrons in the library despite the weather.

Saturday storytime is our absolute favorite! We come every week to hear Jenny read to our kids…read more This community library is a gem and has the kindest, most informed librarians. The building itself is lovely, but the well organized books and kids coloring area is the stand out. What a wonderful home for reading. We love it here.

San Anselmo Library is inside a lovely old building and the building is very well maintained from…read moreall apearances on the outside. I wonder if the building is strong enough to survive an unexpected earthquake like we had when the Bay Bridge came down.

They have rules to allow access to resources when they are busy. But they apply them with equal…read moreforce when the resources are almost all available and unused. Time limits for study rooms make no sense when every other study room is empty.

This library is a solid spot to get some work done. It's clean, well air-conditioned, and generally…read morequiet. I got a library card right away--quick and easy. Some staff offer great service, though a few people around seem to lack basic social awareness. Seating is limited, so it can be hard to find a spot during busy times. Be sure not to sit at the express computers if you're not using them--they'll tell you to move. Overall, it's still a helpful place to visit.