This is actually a pretty nice library for the small population of Ripon. The library itself smells…read morelike history when you first walk in. It is clean and organized well. There is a specific children's area in the corner which is spaced nicely from the areas adults would sit down to read. The library also offers computers with internet access and the ability to print. They also have a small section of movies to rent. If you need a quiet area they have two study rooms equipped with tables large for six persons. The center of the library also has an information area that an employee staffs if you have any questions. There are a lot of negative reviews centered around the front counter employees. Most of these reviews are dated. My dealings with employees have been pleasant. If you don't feel like conversing with the employees, they do offer a self check out machine. If you are looking for reading material, you are sure to find something here.

I came in today at 4:40 PM to print out a medical document and the lady at the information desk was…read morenot helpful at all. When I asked to use the printer she began to question me: "What are you printing? Do you have a library card? Well we turned off the computers 15 minutes ago and we close in 4 minutes." I then said "oh I thought you closed at 6 PM". She then responded with, "No we close at 5 PM." Either way, I still had 20 minutes to print, pay, and leave with my document. I just really wish she could have helped me anyway and turned on a computer for me.

Love the architecture of the library with its high raised ceilings. The children's library and…read moremakerspace are first rate. They have about 20 PCs you can use. Anyone who is a California resident can get a free library card at the front desk. They are doing a fundraiser to upgrade the place. I hope they can reopen the typewriter closets into places folks video conferences online can use. The library has a security officer that keeps the over talkative from yapping too loud and will open the locked bathroom for your use.

Love my childhood library. I can't wait to see the new improvement. I love borrowing books.read more

Extremely satisfied with the customer service! The staff is very knowledgeable and kind. Highly…read morerecommend this location for assistance with new passport.

We needed passports to be done. The wife found the law library. They got us in pretty fast. The…read morepeople here are really nice. The cool part about this place, it allows up and coming law professionals access to law books to study from. Cool in my book. Definitely a place I recommend to Get your passports done.

I was searching for some local activities that I could do with my two month old baby. The library…read moreoffers so many amazing classes for children, teens and adults! We attended a storytelling/ playtime class. There was singing, hand gestures and lots of toys. It was so much fun. Lots of toddlers too! I am looking forward to more activities. We also got our first library card. We now have access to several other libraries in the area. We checked out a few books. We are hoping to also join the 1000 books before kindergarten next time we go. Overall, it was clean, spacious areas for all ages.

I have a 2 year old and Troke has a great story time for toddlers and babies with singing, reading,…read moreand playing, as well as so many great activities during the summer for kids. My son doesn't go to daycare, so story time is great for him to sit, listen, as well as interact with other children. He loves dinosaurs has gotten to do so many dinosaur themed activities as well as see and pet live animals thanks to the great events this library puts on. I was pleasantly surprised how nice of a local library we have!

Clean and well-organized. Up to date technology and friendly librarians to help with finding books…read moreand checking out. Lots of activities on the monthly calendar of events. I our local library. Tip: They have free bookmarks at the front counter that has a running list of the Library Book Club reads along with the dates of the Book Club Meetings on them. I've yet to attend a meeting but I have been reading most of the Book Club books for about a year now and it's a great way to read things I might've not read otherwise. I haven't been disappointed in any of the Book Club reads so far. Grab a bookmark and consider giving a Book Club read a try!

The people who work or volunteer here are always willing to assist you in anyway they can. If they…read moredon't have a book on hand, they can put you on a wait list or have the book come in from another branch. If they can't help, they direct you to someone who can. Plus you have access to databases online to help with papers or reports.

Came here to pass time while waiting for my partner to get their hair done. It's such a cute…read morelibrary! It's a little small but it's perfect for the size of the city. They had books that were free in their entrance area, books for sale that were discounted, and a bunch of information for the citizens! I just wished their non-fiction section was larger.

The librarians here are so friendly and always willing to help with book searches, recommendations…read moreand even special orders! Also there is a huge effort to support the city with children and adult programs. Excellent work!

The Manteca library surprised me with how well organized everything is. Even though I didn't know…read morethe layout, it was easy to find what I needed. It's clearly maintained with care.

Great services and very family oriented. Very nice place to hangout , read and relax.read more

This was a place where I hung out catching up on some relaxing reading material while waiting on my…read moreparents to purchase a new car. :) This library has my vote as a preferred "chill" spot.

Rude people at this library, called to ask if they could transit a movie since i would be next for…read moreit. Person on the phone said no problem but than never did it. If you have the movie in your hand, just put it for transit, but instead they probably put it back on the shelf. Ok your awesome, thank you for sending the movie where it was supposed to go. :(

Such a cute library! It's conveniently located right across from Lathrop High and near Stanford…read moreCrossing. My 5-year-old loves coming here and even got his own library card, which was such a fun milestone for him. The playground behind the building is big, clean, and always a hit--definitely a bonus for families with little ones. It's a great spot for books and playtime! Friendly staff, and clean atmosphere.

The staff is always nice. It's a cute little library. My…read morekids love going to this location.

My journey with Gurnick Academy was not a straight path. I initially enrolled at the Sacramento…read morecampus, but I was distracted by life and did not take my education as seriously as I should have. I ended up failing during my prerequisite courses, leaving me with a $1,500 debt that I had to repay before I could try again. When I decided to return to nursing school, I carefully researched my options and chose the Modesto campus. Although both campuses were about 40 miles from where I lived, the commute to Modesto felt more manageable. More importantly, the Modesto campus felt like home. The support I received from the instructors and administrators went far beyond academics. They not only taught me how to become a nurse, but how to become a good nurse. Those lessons will stay with me throughout my career and for the rest of my life. My biggest piece of advice to future students is simple: read the books. Do not rely solely on Quizlet or shortcuts. Read the chapters, take handwritten notes, and put in the work. I am not the smartest person in the room, but I worked hard and gave this program my full effort. I want to express my sincere appreciation to Tu, Mr. Bennie, Ms. Laura, Amber, both Stephanies, and Stephanie at the front desk, who always answered my questions and every phone call. I am especially grateful to Stephanie Kelly, my first clinical instructor, as well as Ms. Maria, MJ, Ms. Nisha, and Tina, the nurse at my clinical site. Because of the guidance, encouragement, and support of these incredible individuals, I successfully became a licensed nurse. Today, I am proud to be working as a nurse in San Francisco. Thank you, Gurnick Academy Modesto, for helping me achieve a goal that once felt out of reach.

I recently completed my LVN program (VN-90) at Gurnick Academy, Modesto location, and I am very…read moregrateful for this experience. The program offers a detailed and well-structured syllabus with excellent clinical exposure. The variety of clinical facilities helped me effectively connect theory with real nursing practice. The instructors are experienced, dedicated, and bring different teaching styles, which made learning engaging and meaningful. I would like to personally appreciate Ms. Mandeep Kaur for her excellent Med-Surg lectures and deep understanding of physiology. Ms. Dawn Hayek delivered outstanding OB lectures; her teaching style, expressions, and clinical insight made her lectures more valuable than textbooks. Ms. Laura impressed me with her energy and experience-based Pharmacology teaching. Ms. Charmaine brought strong expertise in PEDS and NICU, adding depth to her lectures. Mr. Phil Waymire played a key role during MOD IV and Capstone by helping tie everything together. His SIMS knowledge and rationales truly empowered students. I also appreciate Ms. MJ, Ms. Jess, and Ms. Ashita for being kind, supportive, and knowledgeable. The clinical instructors were exceptional. Ms. Antonieta Largoza is thorough and disciplined, ensuring strong fundamentals. Ms. Linda White is passionate and inspiring, and Ms. Alicia Grigsby has a unique teaching style with excellent student camaraderie. Special thanks to Ms. Tu (Director) for her coordination with students, Mr. Benne (VN Coordinator) for always advocating for students and resolving issues promptly, and Mr. Jay and Ms. Brenda (Clinical Coordinators) for their constant support and responsiveness. I also appreciate Mr. Tony (Security) for maintaining a safe and caring environment. Kudos to Ms. Kari, Ms. Sharjani, Mr. Veneet, Ms. Lori, and Ms. Edail Odisho for their continued support. My classmates were caring and supportive throughout the program, and I truly witnessed the nurturing spirit of future nurses among them. As a constructive suggestion, adding tutors with strong clinical and pathology-based knowledge could further enhance student understanding and learning outcomes. Overall, Gurnick Academy feels like a family, not just an institution. I hope the Modesto location introduces an RN program in the future and offers scholarships for continuing students.