Of course there is no such thing as a BAD library, but I find the Smithfield Library particularly…read morepleasant. In addition to the books, its decor is attractive and its atmosphere cheerful and welcoming. Works by local artisans is prominently displayed, and the interior is well lit - my husband, who is visually, had no trouble navigating. In fact, if you're disabled and use a wheelchair, you'll find it delightfully accessible and very easy to navigate. The aisles are wide and there's an elevator to the upper floors. The selection of books is OUTSTANDING. Every genre is welI stocked, and I really, really appreciated the great selection of fantasy/sci-fi books. I'm an older reader who well remembers the era when public libraries paid little attention to this type of lit and reading fans had to buy their own books. ALL types of fiction are generously stocked, the biography section is outstanding and I found so many great books on sewing and crafts that were so informative I ordered my own copies of some of them. There's ample seating if you want to spend time reading onsite, and the staff is very welcoming and helpful. This library is a local reader's delight.

Best library in all of Johnston County, great events for children, teens and adults, great…read moreselection of books, dvds, audiobooks and even puzzles. The staff are wonderful, helpful and friendly people. They offer a variety of printing services, court and tax documents. They offer quiet spaces as well as a large multi-purpose meeting room, easily reservable. A great library in Johnston County!

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.

This is an absolute gem of a library with a second dedicated floor for your littles and teens. The…read moreLittles section has plenty of space and activities (only a few pictured below) to keep them occupied. There's even story time, so check the website for more info. They have a designated parking area and parking on the street is available too. I was happy to come across this play space for my little one. Of course there is a large book selection with tables and chairs to sit in and settle down.

There are a bunch of people outside asking for money holding up signs. The rules are very…read morereasonable as i came into use a computer and type/print something, however there were 6 computers reserved by people who were not even present or using the computers for god knows how long. Was told i would simply need to "wait" even though there was only an hour and a half left for the place to be open. Usually don't care much about this sort of thing but it was especially inconvenient for me this time. Also, if you have kids, i would not try bringing them here with the homelessness and drugs present.

This is a very nice facility. It has a large computer lab, good selection of children's books and a…read morereally pretty salt water aquarium. They have events here for kids on a pretty regular basis. It's worth checking out since they are always free and my kids enjoy them very much. Sometimes parking here can be an issue as a lot of Soldiers come here to use the computer lab. There is a newly remodeled playground right outside the library. My kids love to go on the swings and the playhouse with the slides.

The library computer lab is one of the best I've seen at an installation. Lots of room whether you…read moreare new to the installation or transitioning out of the installation this is the place to come to if yih need computer access.

I love this library! Ever since they reopened last year it has become my library of choice. It…read moreisn't the largest library in Raleigh by any means, but it still has everything you need! I really love the drive-thru book drop off. I usually swing by before I bring my son to school and it's very convenient that we all don't have to get out of the car to return the books. I also love the self checkout stations inside the library. They are pretty magical, especially if you are checking out a ton of books. The children's section is great! It's set up in a way that is very clear and easy to follow depending on what age group you are looking for. I loved the candy land inspired interactive game they had setup in December. My son had so much fun checking it out. I especially loved that it was open if the library was open, you didn't have to go in at a specific time. I also love their Lucky Day section at the front of the library. You might get lucky and score a book that would otherwise have a super long waitlist. Such a neat concept! In general Wake County's online library system is awesome. It's so easy to reserve books and e-books as well. At North to pick up your books just head straight in towards the back by the main checkout desk. You can easily find what you need in alphabetical order there. I used the word love a lot of times in this review, but I really do truly love our Wake County library system. It's the best!!

This library had a remodel at the beginning of the year. They did a great job updating the…read moreelectronics and making the checkout process way more user friendly. It is always really quiet and there are always really nice workers. However, I have noticed a few times when I've gone there that the restrooms aren't that clean. Overall, the experience is really awesome though.

This place has so many great Pokemon books that my son loves it! Great selection, kind workersread more

Such a cool hidden spot! Very nice place to find new or used books, all sorts of genres and types!…read more We had such a blast looking st all the extra hodden decorations and fun sayings throughout. The staff did seem to keep to themselves, if you are looking for a spot you will not be bothered and left to roam on your own this is the spot . There are some older books for great value however new books are same price as elsewhere but great way to support your local business.

My favorite library & I desperately missed it while it was closed for renovations. They must have…read morebeen mainly upgrading the infrastructure because I don't see any real physical evidence of remodeling. There is plenty of parking & a quiet room for ADD & special needs folks with spinners etc. I love almost all the librarians with one notable exception who shall remain nameless but I'm told she gets lots of complaints. The internet isn't as strong as I think it should be for the amount of people who use it! I do appreciate that the librarians have tables set up with their favorite books. I do wish they would go back to the old days where quiet was observed but the Apex library is better about that I've found. I wish wake county libraries would have DVD's the way Durham libraries do.

Pretty good selection of books. I especially like the table with the staff's recommendations…read more Nice place to study if you don't mind having a good number of other people studying all around you. Has a great quiet room where several people can study without too much distraction. The desks throughout the open area in the library are generally taken if you come here after school. Lots of local students study here. My kids have met tutors here to study and done their own independent study here. The staff is friendly and helpful. Bathrooms are decent enough. Dated but generally clean. Library was closed for a few months so this may have changed. I didn't visit the restroom on my most recent visit.

We love visiting this library, and are thrilled they added Sunday hours! Our fav section to browse…read moreis the juvenile graphic novel section.

This library is fantastic and everything a library should be as a resource for our community! If…read moreyou have only been coming here to vote, you are missing out. Not only is it beautifully designed with plenty of areas to read and work, but it also offers services such as 3D printing, streaming movie services, and the NC Collection, a fantastic resource for anyone looking into their ancestry. Two things I want to highlight: 1) the seed library (free seeds!) and 2) events. The library (not just this one but all of the libraries) has fantastic events for adults as well as kids. For example, I went to a meeting of the Nicholas Cage movie club, and it was so fun. They also offer lectures on a wide range of interesting topics (the paranormal, ham radios, etc.) as well as practical classes (computer classes for seniors and Spanish classes). I could go on and on-- the library is a fantastic resource in our community that has something for everyone.

I've been coming to the Eva Perry for over 20 years. Their quiet room was perfect for when I was…read moreworking on a professional certification. I would sit at one of the carrels for hours, without interruption. This is one of the largest libraries in the county. They have a huge selection of mysteries and general fiction, and their children's section is also quite large. They have regular story times for even the youngest family members, and they have regular workshops on subjects like gardening and writing. Check the boards when you walk in for more information.

There are lots of nice things about this library…read more I like that you can place books on hold and specify which library location you want to pick the books up at and they will email you once they are ready. Then you just need to go to the hold section and grab your books. You have the option to check out books with a person or utilize their kiosk to self-checkout. At this location, self-checkout is easy as you can stack up to four books at a time and the kiosk easily and quickly knows what books you are checking out. You can print a receipt or have an email sent to you with a list of books that you checked out. When returning books, you have the option for a drive-up outdoor drop-off from your car or a drop box inside. There are always plenty of staff members willing and able to assist you. There are plenty of tables and computers and I like that they have a quiet room.

It's nice to past a couple hours of time if you're already nearby but if you're looking to actually…read moreget work done I would reconsider. Though it is very quiet there is limited seating and the seating available is not comfortable/not accommodating for studying/working purposes. There is not much table room and I'm someone who likes to have my drinks and papers laid out with my laptop. The parking situation isn't the best due to it being in Village District but overall to be expected

Clean, modern, lots of seating, lots of books, lots of space. This is a lovely library and way…read morebetter than any "regional" library I've seen. This could easily rival many main branches of most libraries. I was here for a bit to get out of the hotel room and do a bit of exploring. On the second floor are several tables with power to the surface. Comfortable seating. And a wifi network that worked really well. Big areas with stacks of books and a large parking lot. It is all you need and I am a fan. [Review 11629 overall, 1410 of 2019.]