This is a nice small town Library. In Julian california by the High School and across from the…read morepost office on hwy 79 headed out of Julian towards shelter valley . and Banner Grade. This is also a spot for emergency preparation from sdg&e when the lights go out . You can get water and change your cell phones. Feed San Diego uses there parking lot every other Wednesday to give out food. You can find good books here if not ask they will find them for you. Yes I recommend visiting them

Recently we visited Julian as we do every 3 months. Waiting for the day we get to live there…read morepermanently. This last time we went for 4th of July week/end we visited the local library book store and what a treat! So many great books, some classics for less than $3. I highly recommend checking out the Julian Library and the little bookstore. It's a beautiful Library.

I happen to notice this building as I was sitting in a restaurant across the street. As I left the…read morebuilding I checked out the sign to see what it was. I reached my campsite and decided to read up on the library. The reviews were great so I decided to go the next day. Since I was visiting in the area I asked the librarian if they had any info what to do in town. She was very helpful and friendly. After pointing me in the direction to look for things to do in town. I sat and looked around the library and was admiring the architecture. It was a gloomy, windy and very wet day. But, being inside the library I didn't get that feeling. It was bright and open and with floor to ceiling glass windows it brought the outside beauty indoors. They had individual work rooms, meeting rooms, teens and youths areas. I decided to walk around and view the outdoors from the youth section. There the floor to ceiling windows opened up an entire room you can only look at from your chair. With the storm hovering above you could see Mother Nature in the works. What a grand room! So also in this area they had set up on the tables easels with canvas and paint supplies. I found out from the librarian that they sometime offer different art projects for anyone to do at no charge! So after my town adventures in the rain I returned to do a little painting of my own. In the two hours that I was there painting I also enjoyed the sound of the heavy rain tapping on the rooftop and windows. Watching the plants blowing in the wind and the dark clouds pass by. The library has a security guard just inside the front door. The entrance lobby is open and bright. The staff is very helpful and friendly. I would definitely return to the library if I'm in town. You should see for yourself what they have to offer.

Worth stopping by if you're in the area, or if you need a place to study, relax, take photos, or…read moreget out of the heat. They have a computer room which the public can access.

The Copley Library's Mother Rosalie Hill Reading "Harry Potter" room is a two-story, rectangular…read moresanctum filled with books along the walls and seating spread through the center. The first floor boasts arch windows while the second is crowded with circular ones. This library, with content from porcelain to jazz, is a beautiful harmony of knowledge. Sitting in this room, I wanted nothing more than to be locked in its walls for days with my head in the books. At the front of the room was a table of water and coffee dispensers with a variety of creamers and milks. As a student, I could see myself lost in my studies here, spending hours as the time passes.

Huge library, prive college and it shows $$, probably the most aesthetic looking library, good…read moreplace to get work done.

A solid 10/10 for a place of learning! Such a well, and fountain of knowledge, source of peace and…read morecomfort. Deedee (librarian) was such a light-- she guided me through the process of getting a library card and helped me reserve a study room. I haven't been this productive in months! I loved the variety in working spaces and appreciated the free pads/ tampons by @goauntflow in the restroom. I can't wait for my next visit. I also noticed they offer a lot of activities for the community.

highly recommend you NOT to visit. Treated with the utmost disrespect. Disgusting how I was treated…read morewith my ESA animal that wasn't even walking on the floor, in a stroller, and trained to stay quiet. Two employees, one being a manager, speaking with disrespect saying: "we'll let it go this one time," and scowling at us like I'm committing a crime. For a library that is supposed to be the safe space of a community they were standoffish and selective on who is allowed in. F rating.

This was my first experience at this library and I couldn't have been more than impressed…read more The librarian (apologies for forgetting her name!) was very patient as I tried to find proof of our new address on my phone. When I finally found something, she kindly offered to change the receiving library as Alpine. Thank you!

Are you kidding me with this experience? Sure, it's a library - but after spending a year hanging…read moreout in Cambridge, Boston, and other Massachusetts reading institutions, none measured up to the beauty, calmness, and amenities provided by this outlying library. I came in as a first time visitor, and was provided with a complete tour of the library. From the available events space, bookstore, computer lab, to the books. I stayed for about two hours completing work, before heading to the back deck where I watched people enjoying their time in the park with birds singing. I will certainly be a regular here moving forward.

What a beautiful, interesting, large, and well-stocked library. As a retired librarian, I've made…read morea habit of checking out libraries wherever I go. This one was a shear delight. It was a very busy place, on a hot day, with many, many patrons studying, reading, hanging out. It is one branch of the vast 35-branch Riverside County Public Library system. Ample parking, the parking slips butt up against a thoughtfully designed walkway with signage telling you about the history of Temecula. Once inside the library, there is a beautiful mosaic-mural depicting sea-to-outer space, perhaps a nod to what all is in store for the curious patron. The Children's Area is decorated with dozens of stuffed animals atop the book cases. There are painting on the walls. Lots of visual stimulation. But, if you need some calm, further in the library, there is a whole window wall with comfortable seating overlooking a vast valley. Almost every shelf had an intriguing book on display front facing. Books that my library in San Diego does not own...yet. If it weren't so far from my home, I would get a library card (yes, with a CA id, this is possible, and free), and check out some of those great books.

This is our favorite and go-to library for me and my family. I love coming here, the kids area is…read moreso welcoming and it's hard to peel away my kid from here - a good sign! We've always had such great support and customer service. They have great events, wish I could attend all of them on the events calendar. They also usually have the books that we are looking for and placing holds on books doesn't take very long until we get to borrow them. Books are in good condition but you can also tell when a book is well loved, which doesn't bother me at all.

The Central Library has easily become one of my favorite libraries to visit. I don't get down here…read moreoften since I don't live nearby, but every time I do, I make a beeline for the ninth floor. It's an incredible space dedicated to genealogy and history, making it the perfect place to dive into family research. This visit was especially meaningful because I brought family members who were visiting from out of town. As we prepare for an upcoming family reunion while also grieving the recent loss of a loved one, we were able to uncover photographs of family members we had never seen before. It was an emotional and unforgettable experience that made our visit truly special. One of the best features is that the library offers free access to genealogy resources like Ancestry Library Edition and other historical databases that have helped me piece together my family's story. I also recently learned that every Tuesday and Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., volunteer genealogy specialists are available to help the public--for free! I'll definitely be returning during those hours because researching family history often feels like peeling back the layers of an onion. Every discovery leads to another story waiting to be told. The only downside is the parking. The library offers two hours of free covered parking, which sounds generous until you get immersed in research. Time flies when you're digging through historical records, and two hours disappears quickly. If possible, I'd recommend taking the trolley to avoid having to move your car or pay expensive parking fees--especially considering the library is just a short walk from Petco Park. You can also opt to take your car out every 2 hours ans re-park in the garage.... Ijs One thing to keep in mind is that on Padres game days, the library parking garage may close early to accommodate game-day parking. While I understand why they do it, it can be frustrating if you're planning a long research session. Overall, I highly recommend this library. Whether you're researching your family tree, looking for a peaceful place to study, or simply wanting a quiet escape from the city, the ninth floor is an absolute treasure. It's one of San Diego's best-kept secrets, and if you haven't experienced it yet, you're missing out. As always... you can thank me later.

Mmmmm... Gotham Library just ain't the vibe. I tried though…read more Also? What is up with the weird creepy bathroom doors? Definitely reconsider that, ESPECIALLY considering the location and it being a public place... Who in the world thought that design made sense? I apologize, just felt that needed to be said and I am probably not the first or the last.

My second time here and it was as great as the first time walking in. This visit, parking lot was…read morequite full In the front section. Good for them. Plus it was nice to be in someplace cool as the desert is a scorcher at the moment. We had to return a book that was checked out the week prior. The staff are all amazing and the sweetest. Anyone you talk to is always ready to help with a friendly smile. Information desk are always the sweetest. Right from walking in, the welcome in and greeting was nice. I did pop into the book nook section and picked up a couple of books for purchase. Used booked for a great price. It's a smaller little boutique but I'm sure you can find some gems. Walked out with a couple of cool book for 4.50, not bad. Also I wanted to pick up some bread from the bakery/cafe next door but they were out of what I wanted. I like the concept of food there. Everyone is so respectful with each other by keeping quiet while inside the library. Common decency while someone is studying or reading. We picked up another book and headed on out. But... That's when I noticed the observation deck next door. There's a path that leads you to the front gate but it was locked. We didn't know if you needed a code or something till a gentleman that was there came out. Erik, I believe that was his name was the sweetest. He asked if we were the group that had an appointment for the tour. Well, we weren't but he did offered to show us a quick tour of it. The observatory is part of the library where it's open to the public from certain hour. You can make appointments for private tours which he was gracious enough to show us. They have telescopes that are brought out in the evening for viewing. It's all free to come check out. Inside has the main one that pretty massive. All are welcome to come check it out. If you like astronomy, this is a fun spot. He was the sweetest and explained so much to us in that short period. He sure knows how to get you interested in something. It's a cool place to bring little ones so they can see what's out there in the evening. Also, they have mini telescope that you can actually check out to view on your own. That's amazing as I've never heard of a place that would do that. The concept of an observatory next to a literary and it's free to check out is amazing. Nice way to bring people in and enjoy the planets and solar system. Erik was a doll. Don't know if he's the only one that does the tour or if it's a group thing. But worth checking out.

*No Ordinary Library*…read more We live in Rancho Mirage and experienced a major power outage that disrupted our service for multiple days. In the morning, prior to knowing the official extent and estimated length of the outage, wifey & I came here to charge devices, do some work via WiFi, and stay cool on a 100+ degrees day. Everyone here made us feel welcome and were very understanding of our situation. It's a beautiful and spacious library -- inside & out. There's a bunch of different sections to sit depending on your mood. There's also an outdoor patio that came in handy to warm up every now & then because the AC inside is extremely frosty. Instead of venturing out for lunch in the afternoon, we decided to stay here and share a sandwich at the Aspen Mills Cafe. We went with the Aspen: Tender oven-roasted turkey breast, cucumber, red onion, lettuce, avocado, horseradish, and light mayonnaise on cranberry spice bread. Side of potato salad and pickle. $13.95 If that sounds good to you? It tasted even better. All natural, fresh and filling. Marcela was manning the cafe. She's friendly and makes a mean tasty sandwich. Afterwards we both signed up for Rancho Mirage Library Cards. It's free for residents and doesn't expire for 2 years. Tho the power outage brought us here this time, we'll be back one day to enjoy the library even more.

The views here are INSANE! We caught the most beautiful sunset!…read more What's better than getting productive in a beautiful space? Getting productive in a beautiful space with a front row seat to the ocean. This library has plenty of seating options (most of which are ocean facing) with most having outlets or being near an outlet. There's a nice patio out front if you need to eat a quick bite, take a call, or pop out for a killer picture of the sunset. The entire space is adorably nautical themed with a little children's nook. It stays pretty quiet overall too! Definitely on my list of all-time favorite libraries.

Still my favorite library. Can't beat the views…read more I hadn't been in a while and it looks like there have been some changes. There was a security guard by the door. In the past, there were quite a few houseless folks. I didn't see any this time. It was pretty full for it being mid day. The event space has a lovely gallery that I enjoyed meandering through and taking it in. The friends of the library book store always has enticingly affordable gems and the staff is wonderfully friendly.

Such a beautiful library with ample parking. Located right off of Woodside Ave, feel free to hit up…read morethe local coffee shop drive thru right across the street or hit up some good eats on the block. After, head over to the library and check out the newly renovated, clean space. There isn't a huge collection of books but it is very clean and there is plenty of space to relax and study. In the very back of the library, there is a kid's section where they host weekly Storytime and events. The bathrooms are always clean, the staff is always friendly and there is a little outside porch area with plenty of shade incase you wanted to have a snack. I love this little place!

This library is newly built and so nice inside!! The library is very clean and well stocked with…read moremany books. There is a teen room, meeting rooms and a quiet homework room. They also have a 3D printer! They have kids area with a mini climbing wall for toddlers, a play area and I believe 2 computers for the kiddos. They have a large family restroom in the back area and also restrooms up front. This library hosts many different events throughout the month. A very nice library to visit.