Trash . Small not a good library Parking sucks as well …read more.. I don't understand why they don't have better library's

This was my very first experience at Northlake-Barbara Loar library. Occasionally this location…read moreholds wonderful community events. Recently they had one called "Northlake on the Lawn Karaoke for Seniors". This was an outing we'd planned for my mom to attend and we were all really looking forward to it. This was a registration only event and you needed tickets to attend. On the website it was stated that the event would be held from 12pm-2pm. I arrived around 12:45pm and noticed a sign in the entryway regarding the event and directions about where to go. I also noticed that contrary to what was stated online, the time listed on the sign was 12pm-1pm. I headed out to the lawn behind the library where the event was to be held and there was absolutely nothing going on. Nothing was set up, no one was outside, there was no indication that any event whatsoever was to be taking place that day. I spoke with branch employee Marc who was extremely nice. He explained that very few registered and because no one showed up they cancelled the event early. That's completely understandable, but I wish they'd made an attempt to reach out to those few that registered to let us know it would be cancelled.

Great library. RUDE "security" guard. And almost as hot as it was outside (93 degrees for…read morereference) if I could give it a zero I would.

DON'T GO HERE if you think silence should be golden in libraries - especially on book sale days…read more It's like one huge MEET AND GREET with children running around and shrieking MAMA at the tops of their voice. Library staff seem to be reluctant to provide the parenting skills that are so obviously missing from the real parents. BTW, if your child is too young to walk, it is too young to be expected to appreciate a library. One star is generous

love the staff, they finally seem to have it right. The manager is no non-sense with great customer…read moreservice she remembers my name what i read, what my husband reads and my children! They are open on Saturday's now which is great because i can take my son to the free movies they have pretty frequently. Last month I came to pick up a request and ended up learning about african american superheros. This library is a pretty happening place and i recently found out about the postcard program which i must say is pretty neat. Thank you for always making us feel so welcome.

I really enjoyed this library. It's quiet and clean. The staff was friendly too…read more They have several programs for kids which I love. I will be back soon

Looking for a free place to get some work done? This is an option. However, in true "you get what…read moreyou pay for" fashion, the Decatur Library is in need of an update. It's tidy, but not clean, and the carpet and furniture is ready for replacement. I'd be able to comfortably stop in here briefly to get something quick done, but would not be comfortable here for a full day. For context: I was seeking a place to do some work remotely while my daughter was in day camp in Decatur. This was one of the first places I tried, but I found better locations after this. I'm certain this is a great resource for the local community. There appears to be a community center next door where small children (maybe a day camp) were out playing in the "backyard" area; there was a small gathering of likely unhoused people on the front lawn of the library (likely a welcomed gathering spot for them during the day); inside the back entrance, there was a beautiful display of award-winning artwork and poetry from children across the county; there are clean restroom facilities; and there is ample parking in the rear of the building plus a rear entrance for easy access after parking.

Really rad bookstore. A great addition to the community! We went to a game night and had a blast,…read morepicked up a cool game.

I finally made it to The Vibrary! I've passed by more times than I can count, so to finally step…read moreinside and experience the subtle, cozy vibe was amazing. I met a friend here on a Saturday evening, and it was quiet in the best way. A few people sat at the bar, a couple others on the couches, and I grabbed an open couch tucked in the corner--perfect spot. I've been on a sobriety journey, so I already knew I'd be ordering kombucha after checking the menu online earlier. What I didn't realize was that the other non-alcoholic option listed was actually a wine--and wow, it was good! It reminded me of a Pinot Grigio. Honestly, I could've had another, but without the buzz, I figured one was enough. I'm giving four stars only because I'd love to see a few more non-alcoholic wines or beverage options on the menu. Other than that, I absolutely loved the space and the energy here. I'll definitely be back--this is one of those places you go for the feels.

I finally visited The Lilburn Branch which moved to City Hall in 2017. This new location is…read moremassive with front and back entrances and a beautiful lobby. CHILDREN SECTION - I took my son there to check out children's books and was blown away by the huge section dedicated to young kids. The facility is also furnished with all iMAC PCs and had a lot of learning games for kids. I came with my son on Saturday, so we got to participate in one of their kid's activities where a group of kids take turn reading with 'Riley the Dog'. Even the toilet in the kids restroom was designed at a low height specifically for toddlers and hound children! ADULT SECTION I went there primarily for my son so only skimmed the adult section. I felt like there are a lot fewer books than I recalled compared to the old location. This is why I only rate 4/5 stars for this location. THE STAFF The highlight was the hospitality and great service from its staff. The librarians was so helpful in telling me about all the kids activities offered at the library and so nice to my son. One of the librarians even gave me a small tour of the place and highlighted some of the services and features for adults including assistance with tax filings, etc. also I filled out my information for a library card so it took only a couple minutes to get my physical card when I got to the library and presented a utility bill for proof of residence and driver license CHECKOUT Checkout is a breeze. It is done at a self check out machine, where you scan your selection and library card and can be completed 100% by yourself, super convenient. Beautiful library, excellent service, and a great place for kids and adults!

The book selection isn't great but if you want anything, just go online and order it. This is more…read moreof a playground than a library. Loud kids, babies screaming and crying with no sound insulation from the children's section. Definitely, NOT a good place to study.

I've been to this library several times for lectures and exhibits and I've always had a great…read moreexperience with each visit. Last night was no different, is easy to get to and there is plenty of parking garages within walking distance. Robert W. Woodruff Library is the main library of Emory University. The Woodruff Library Building also hosts the Goizueta Business Library, Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library, Marian K. Heilbrun Music & Media Library, the Emory Center for Digital Scholarship, and the Matheson Reading Room. The main entrance is on the second floor, and has study areas on the first through third floors. Besides the main building, there is a tower of 10 floors serving as a storage of books. The Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library (MARBL) is on the tenth floor of the tower. I was here for an event hosted by the MARBL, it houses a diverse body of primary sources associated with the African American experience, from literature and history to politics and popular culture. Anyone can visit the collection and not just students so that's a neat fact.

This is a museum for a day where it is raining. There is little original art that grabs my…read moreimagination. It is a good place for the junior high class field trip. What I would do differently is to take a leap into the deep end of the pool of art. I would move to fewer local and well connect artists sample the different. And that means for-me less outsider art and more creativity. Check out the J B Speed museum in Louisville KY. The difference is staggering.

This is a small library. Good news is if they don't have what you want you can have them transfer…read morefrom another branch. The librarians are all fairly friendly, maybe slightly standoffish. My biggest complaint about this location is it is incredibly drab, little color or decor. Anytime I go I grab what I need & leave, it's not a place to hang out & read or just enjoy being there. Where we're from all of the local libraries, even the tiniest ones are community hubs- very welcoming, inviting with nice whimsical touches that draw you in, & lots of different community events for all ages going on. Not sure if it's lack of funding or the Atlanta area has so many paid attractions that they don't invest in their important local resources which is disappointing.

This is a solid local library carrying a good mix of fiction, non fiction, and a large kids…read moresection. There are many events hosted here so check the schedule that's usually posted in the front. Those events are mostly catered to kids so I'm sure families will find them fun. Holds are kept on the far left as you enter the library. The kid's section is on the far right. There are at least three help desks staffed with helpful caring staff. They make this library very welcoming and inclusive for everyone. Computers are available in the middle of the library. Parking is easy and spacious.

This is one of the few places that only do walk-ins for passports. Was in and out in 30 minutes…read more The employees here are so nice. The passport representative lady was amazing and friendly. Honestly very thankful for this place. When it comes to passports, I was last minute with everything. When I was looking up acceptances facilities, they were all booked until after Labor Day. The only place so far was the Superior Court of Fulton County, but I am not paying that 10-20$ parking fee (gross). Thankful for this place. The library itself is very beautiful with a self-service touchscreen kiosks, but also employees there to offer you assistance. If you are willing to make the drive to Lilburn/Stone Mountain, then please do. Amazing vibes, excellent customer service. Will definitely recommend this place to anyone looking to apply for their new passport.

They have wonderful story time for children every Monday morning and they have quite a few…read morecomputers and iPads for children to check out if the tire of looking through books. I very much appreciate how kind and gentle the librarians are. They are very geared toward small children and it shows.

I don't know if this happens to you, but I find a TV show or movie that sounds interesting and then…read moreI discover I can't stream it, much to my dismay. Enter the public libraries. There is a strong chance they might have the show or movie on DVD! DeKalb County Public Libraries have now extended their DVD loan period to 3 weeks, same as books, which is much appreciated. I actually came to this Clarkston branch since they had a particular disc that I was looking for; you can check the online catalog to see what's available. The main parking lot is behind the library, and the entrance is to the side. The driveway to the lot is narrow so drive slowly. The building shows its age and it's not the biggest location, but it's still a pleasant library. The restrooms were clean (though there were some empty cigarette packs at the back of the building), and the other patrons were well-behaved. It was easy enough for me to locate the DVD area and find what I needed. The guy at the circulation desk wasn't the friendliest, oh well. Don't forget your mask since they're required. If you are a monster who doesn't like books, periodicals, and multimedia (kidding), you still should stop by the Clarkston Library to admire its enormous stunning hibiscuses! Whoa, gorgeous.

Nice library! I came…read moreto the Dekalb county Public library in Clarkston to study on a Friday afternoon, and this was one of the better libraries i've been to. Nope, it's not as technologically advanced as other locations, but it is clean, there is space for studying and it's actually quiet! If anyone has kept up with my reviews on libraries, my biggest beef has always been someone was loud and disruptive, but on this day, I was relatively undisturbed....outside of the guy next to me who asked me if he could borrow a pen. The library isn't the largest one i've been to, but there's a respectable amount of books and computer stations, both immediately in front of you as you walk in, and to the left of you. The entire right side of the library is the children's area. All the way to the far left there's about 5 cubicles for studying, as well as a few chairs as well. Several Tables are also found while walking to this area. On this day most of the cubicles were empty, so I was able to take a spot in the padded chairs and get to work. One cool thing about the cubicles is they all come with their own individual lamps, for the late night studying ( only mon-wed...they close at 5pm thurs - sat), a nice little touch I haven't seen any other library branch do yet. 30 minutes before the library is to close, they alert you via loud speaker, and continue to do so every 10 minutes until it closes, so you don't have to worry about not being alerted of it's closure. Parking at the library is interesting. There is a parking lot to the left of the library, but the actual "library only" parking is at the rear of the library itself (turn right into the library lot and follow the road around). It's a smallish lot, being able to hold less than 20 cars and likely less than that. Getting in or out of this lot in either direction isn't too tough. I definitely like this library. It's small, not the most technological, but it does what a library should do....keep a quiet atmosphere and for learning. What can I say? I'm a fan!