I like big books and I can not lie. I believe libraries are an important asset to the community,…read moreand coming here to get my library card was one of the first things I did when I moved back. It also helps that they have a bank of computers as my modem had not come in the mail yet and I needed to do some work. I was earmly greeted and assisted as soon as I walked in. The facility is large and well stocked. They even have an ancestry area to help you find out where you come from. It is just next to the REC center and has a drive thru book drop.

Having worked in Grapevine for quite a while, I finally visited the public library. Wow, it was…read morehuge and had just about everything I could hope for, including a vast genealogy department. Before ever setting foot in the facility, I walked the grounds admiring the artwork (sculpture adorning the area heading into the front doors) and incredible landscaping (a running fountain and plant life). Of course residents of Grapevine qualify to apply for a library card. In addition, employees of the city are also eligible for one. Too bad I don't live in Grapevine; however, I am free to use their services but without the ability to check out material. Very gracious! PLEASE visit your local library.

I used to be a big library person when I was younger. Raising kids and working full time in a…read moredemanding job meant that me time was at a premium and my love of reading was temporarily set aside. When I relocated to Colleyville and went to vote in person, on a whim I went downstairs and got a new library card on the spot. They laughingly told me that new users often ticked up during election season for them. Now, the best parts. The only portal makes it super easy to request books, and I can swing by the handy dandy drive thru and pick up during library hours. They have a wonderful service where you can submit a request for a list of recommended books just for you based on what you share about your interests, favorite authors etc. I'm on my third list and Kara has nailed it every time. I've found some great new authors and enjoyed some books I never would have found otherwise. Just another reason living in Colleyville is pretty awesome.

The Colleyville Library is an outstanding library. They put on great events throughout the year,…read moreespecially in the summer. Their storytimes are so fun for littles. Most of the storytimes are not drop in - You have to register in advance and commit to an 8 week session. I think this results in a higher quality storytime - the librarians get to know your kids, they have crafts and other fun aspects to the storytime, and it's never overcrowded. Many other events offered do not require registration. The kids play area is the best I've seen at a library. There is so much to do! My kids all still love playing there, and will happily move from table to table building and playing for HOURS (even the older ones!). I do think, since this is a small library, you really have to utilize the online hold system if you want to pick out specific books. Especially when it comes to popular kid's books, it's unlikely that you're going to walk into the library and find it on the shelf. That's ok with me - the hold system saves me time because I reserve it online, the library tells me when it's been turned in and sets it aside, and I swing by the drive through to pick it up. Through the interlibrary loan system, you can get *almost* any book or movie you want, even if the Colleyville Library doesn't have it. I utilize the interlibrary loans regularly and have only ever requested ONE book that the library wasn't able to procure for me. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. Two negatives I'd point out: 1. The new "no late fees" policy. Because there are no longer late fees, it's essentially "choose your own due date!" and the result is very long wait times for some book series. When I scroll through my list of holds, more than half the books are often overdue. The library should be collecting fines for this to encourage on time return of books and use the money to purchase duplicate copies of books in popular kids series. 2. Holds are capped at 20 books. This isn't really an issue during the school year, but during the summer when more kids are checking out books, you pretty much have to wait for every book that comes to mind. With 8 people in our house, we reach 20 holds very quickly. I'd prefer if they did away with the 20 book hold limit. Those negatives aside, this library has my heart! We are here at least a couple times a week picking up books and I am immensely grateful for the way the library has enabled me to foster a love of reading in my kids. We LOVE the Colleyville Library!!!

These guys/gals were tremendous! Competent, intelligent and…read morevery helpful. Lightning fast but throughly done. The gave me an inspection for the registration of the car too. Excellent and I'll be back when it time to change it again.

Excellent service and highly professional. I've never been to a DMV like this, it's efficient and…read morenice! Recommend you check out the website prior to making an appointment or walking in for any forms and information you may need to bring with you. If there's a charge associated with your need, recommend bringing cash or check as they partner with Chase Bank, and all credit debit transactions are charged a 2% fee. Kudos to the staff members that make this DMV run smoothly.

In the age of iBooks, Nook, and Kindle...The public library has become a thing of our childhood…read more What used to be the information supercenter is now a dated glimpse of what was... That said, I REALLY enjoy the Roanoke Library. My wife and I moved to Roanoke in July 2011, and I kind of stumbled across this little gem. Here's a summary: - It's small. Cozy, but not too small - every time I go, there's only one or two patrons in the whole place. - Free Wifi. A lot quieter to study/work here than Starbucks. - They carry fairly new items (in my category of interests, anyway). I managed to secure the Steve Jobs biography on hold, within a few weeks of publication. Beats spending the money on Kindle. - A part of the TexShare program, which allows me to borrow books from other libraries after being a local cardholder for 6 months. - Good movie selection, and blu-rays. Current stuff, stuff I would think would be "too new" for the library. Also, the week-long policy for movies is a plus. - Decent online holding and renewal system. I can check out a book for 2 weeks, but renew it up to 5 times online. Wow! That's cool. All in all, this childhood place of memory has re-entered my list of favorite places - good resources, friendly staff, and a quiet environment.

The new library is great, if you have not seen it you should check it out! This new facility is…read moregoing to allow the library to do much more for children's programs, community events and to expand their book collection. The management of the library system seems to be doing some great new things. Each time I go in, I am able to find new books that are current and are of interest to me. There are a lot of computer terminals for those individuals looking to gain access to the internet. The new library also has some great work stations with power at each station in the center of the table. This is a very comfortable library now and a strong library system for such a small little community.

Our staple library even when we lived in Fort Worth lives to see another day with amazing events…read moreand noteworthy improvements from its counterparts. While the NRH Library isn't as modern and expansive as some libraries in larger cities like Dallas or Austin, there's a simple beauty in its organization, cleanliness, and welcoming/helpful staff. The staff are always welcoming and helpful in finding or directing you towards the book you're searching for. Their websites is one of the easier library sites to navigate, they include an event schedule separated into sections for adults, teens, and children--which is a small but helpful feature. They have a drive-thru type of book drop off, so you don't have to physically walk into the library to drop off your library books. They even host the Mid-Cities Teen Book Festival which features various events along with a free lunch that our entire family looks forward to each year! The MakerSpace is an area for arts and crafts and other events for teens and kids, they have Study Rooms for studying, and occassional book sales. It's also close by the NYTEX Centre (ice skating/hockey) and the NRH Centre (arts and recreation) which is very convenient! Highly recommend this library.

The staff is very nice and helpful. It is an also a nice facility. But for a town of this size…read morethe holdings are rather small.

This location is so beautifully organized. It's a great place to get gift ideas and browse popular…read morebooks and music. Large location with lots of inventory, a cafe, and clean bathrooms. Their greeting card selection is really cute. The friendly staff is always ready to help me find a book or offer a reading suggestion. If you haven't been in the past few years, B&N started a loyalty program in 2023 to make its prices more competitive. For free, you can earn "stamps" that result in discounts (currently $5 off for every 10 stamps earned), and for a reasonable yearly fee you can upgrade to be a Premium member and earn 10% off everything every day. As an avid reader with a family of readers, it is totally worth it, and (do the math!) usually cheaper than competitors (*always* cheaper when I'm reading more obscure stuff). If you enjoy earning free stamps, it is worth signing up for the B&N newsletter to keep an eye out for double/triple points days. They always have deals on bestsellers and daily BOGO 50% tables, so you have a new selection of deals to hunt through each time you visit.

The hours on google were incorrect and after being allowed in 10 minutes before closing... no…read moreannouncement... no warning... the employees proceeded to kick us out and say you can't even check out. 2 minutes after closing two ladies on the upper floor said nope, leave, you can't check out. Really poor business model. So now instead of getting the business of 4 people we will be ordering elsewhere. I hope the two rude employees see this. Thanks for staring us down creepily as we proceeded outside the store with DAGGERS coming out of your eyes.

Spoiler Alert: Don't come to this place expecting to pull up to a house that has books in it!…read more That was exactly what I did and was shocked when I pulled up to a leased corner spot of a large building. Not to be disappointed or discouraged, I forged ahead inside, only to be completely delighted! Inside it really did feel like a house with books. The ambiance was fun, thoughtful and creative, and actually brought pages of the books within to life. The service here was friendly and warm. The young lady at the counter greeted us warmly and was helpful answering the many questions we had. If you are into bookstores, this is a "don't miss it!".

Indie bookstores are my favorite - and this space is adorable! It's not big, but it's packed with…read moregreat books, beautiful decor, and even a used book area. Personally, I love stores with personality. You know the place, where there are little built ins for sitting, and slanted walls, and a wall of vintage books designed as art that make you stop and just want to take it in. Thats this place.... Just charming. The kids section is pure magic! Whomever designed it did it thoughtfully. There's a top shelf that really paints the picture. It has an umbrella with clouds on it, along with crowns and swords. It just makes you want to hang out in this room all day. And this room is filled with stories waiting to be told. Books waiting to be read. Chairs waiting for children to sit in them. Just lovely!

I always love coming to Deloitte University for conferences. The campus is huge, beautiful, and has…read moresuch a relaxing atmosphere that it almost feels like a resort. One of the best perks is that all of the food and snacks are complimentary, and there's a large variety of options throughout the property. The Bistro drinks were very authentically Starbucks quality. The matcha was even better than Starbucks. I also loved the snack rooms on every floor, each named after a city and stocked with a unique snack inspired by that location. Such a fun and thoughtful touch. The staff everywhere on campus were incredibly friendly and helpful. Albero, the new Italian restaurant, absolutely lived up to the hype. It's fine dining served family style, and everything we tried was excellent. The campus is also very convenient with shuttles between buildings and even golf carts that take you to the parking lot.

Deloitte is a training facility for a wide range of programs…read more Check their website for program offers. If you are a school leader or district superintendent looking for a training series that will up your game. Look for Courageous Principal if you are a Principal or Assistant Principal of a school or Super Courageous if you are a Superintendent of a school system. You will not be disappointed and will be able to return to your school system with an action plan to implement from a problem of practice you selected.

Discovering new bookstores during my travels has become a new passion of mine, so when I checked…read morefor indie bookstores in the DFW area, Talking Animals Books was one of the first to pop up. From the few photos and the name, I thought it would be more of a children's bookstore but I was so wrong. As soon as you enter, the amazing staff welcomes you and is eager to help you find any books you are looking for. Right at the entrance they had the fantasy and romance section which is a personal favorite, and I immediately found a couple of books that have been on my list. I absolutely LOVED that they had self published books from indie authors, which is so rare to find at any local bookstore (you usually have to wait for them to be re-published by a publisher to find them anywhere besides Amazon). They also have a children's section which is super cute, and I found a couple of things for my little one. On the top floor they have a couple of couches for you to hang out and a section of used books. Frankly, this was one of the best bookstores I found in the DFW area, and I can't wait to come back and support them!

Talking Animals is a wonderful establishment with regular story times for kids that often feature…read morelocal authors. It's no wonder that they opened a second location. May both locations flourish.