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.

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.]

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

I'm SO GLAD the libraries have their "books on the go" program up and running during the pandemic…read more The library staff work hard to get books into the hands of community members in a safe way. The pick up system has worked flawlessly and kept our house full of books for my kiddo (and saving me from buying tons of books for my avid reader!). Being connected to the rest of the library system allows for access to so many books, and they seem to arrive at the chosen branch more quickly now that "books on the go" has been up and running for a while. My kiddo and I are excited to get to pop back in and browse once it's safe to do so again. She's excited to have the opportunity to check out lots of the books on the shelves and find new favorites on her own. This is a great branch to do just that without feeling overwhelmed by too many choices.

they have a shitty library guard, they don't care for any students there. Had a HORRIBLE experience…read morethere and front desk ladies did NOTHING to help. I hope whoever this security guard that did a horrible thing got fired and I hope this library never lets this kinda thing happen ever again. And it's always noisy in there to the point where you can't concentrate. yea i would never go to this library again !

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!

I really enjoyed my short visit to this small but friendly library branch! They has some nice…read moremulticultural displays in strategic places, and I enjoyed walking through the children's section, too. One of the displays in that area was a group of children's books about self-care, so charming and very needed! The only drawback, in my book, was that the restrooms are under lock-and-key, and a staff member has to unlock/open the bathroom door for you. The staff member was very nice about it, but it still felt a little awkward to me. I assume there's a reason for the policy, and I still love a community library. :-)

Jennifer is a rockstar of kindness and my s-hero! Amidst an urgent need unfamiliar with the area,…read moreshe was extremely courteous from the moment we first spoke on the phone. Upon arrival, she stepped into support and guide me through everything that I needed. It is no surprise that someone so wonderful is working in a community resource center. I truly appreciate her going above and beyond to save the day for me. Thank you Jennifer!

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.

We love our library and all of the staff. We live within walking distance, and drop in frequently…read more The staff is always so kind and helpful.

This is a lovely new library there's plenty of parking the building looks fantastic. When you first…read morewalk in there's usually some pamphlets about Local happenings in the community. When you first walk in on the left-hand side there are magazines newspapers and books written by people from North Carolina luckily we live in a state where there's lots of authors here. Then you will find plenty of sections for check out. When you go turn right you can find all the books all the nonfiction and fiction books on tape and books for kids. I do find that the book section is fairly small but they have a System with all the other libraries in wake county where if you wanna book and you can't find it here you can order and it will come to this library also they do support the library app Libby so I can get access to books there. I'd like to check out in person and the librarians have always been very helpful. On weekends they have kids events in the back right space. Like crafts and reading hours.

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.

Pauper's is an amazing local, independent bookstore that sells used and new books. They have their…read moredeeply discounted books outside, but if you come on inside you'll see a cozy space with an insane variety of books! You can easily get lost in there browsing everything. They also have comic books, records, and DVDs. The books are generally priced from $1 - $20, with used books averaging $2.99 and new books averaging $15. We have had some great finds at Pauper's and always look forward to taking a trip there!

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.

The Hocutt-Ellington / Clayton library is a hidden gem! The staff is universally friendly and…read morehelpful. The collection within the four walls is small, to be sure, but the inter library loan system that they have with other libraries means local patrons could check out just about anything with a little bit of patience. The collection is updated and reflects diverse interests as well as backgrounds and subjects. When looking through their collection of old and new books I frequently thought, oh wow, this is not for me, but I'm glad that they have it for others. On one visit, I saw that they had wrapped up books with a description of the book but not the title or author so that patrons could be surprised when they checked the book out. I found that kind of awesome, and someone told me they do this kind of creative thing all the time. This town is very lucky to have this resource right in the heart of downtown. I feel lucky to be able to visit periodically and I'm looking forward to visiting again.

This is a small library in the main center of Clayton. It is a small building and definitely not…read morespacious. They have a few tables for working or study and a reasonable selection of books. I have seen much larger in my travels. But the wifi is free and the access to the library resources is also free. Several stacks of fiction and non-fiction, reference, periodicals and a couple of computers for study. Street parking. [Review 11820 overall, 1602 of 2019.]