The staffs are so loud here, why? I haven't been in a library for years, has the rules changed?

Excellent library! They offer a wide range of resources, and the librarians are incredibly kind and helpful. They're always willing to provide additional information or point you toward other useful services. Don't forget--your library card gives you access to so much more than books. Many libraries offer 3D printing, California State Park passes, Wi-Fi hotspots, and even computer checkouts. This location really makes the most of those resources, and it's a great place for the community. read more

Cool interior, easy street parking (no lot) and super cool outdoor area (super rare for a library!) The library is a bit on the smaller end but there are lots of tables and outlets available for working. They have a nice high tech water filling station and the workers are very nice. I love that there is an outdoor area. read more

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Cute and cozy library. Not the best selection but the librarians were so nice and super helpful. Pretty good street parking around as well!

Beautiful old branch of LAPL. Helpful staff, great free service. Garden to read in the Sun. read more

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I just moved to LA and this branch is across the street from where I live. However, I enjoy and support my libraries so I go to various ones to get a feel for them. ___ I am baffled by what I have seen in such a short time. - You had a beautiful garden and I was here when it was discussed, but now it is a wasteland. The manager informed staff, "that he didn't care about the garden as the city will buy new plants and take care of it. Staff was taking care of it, but now they are not allowed. Why? The garden is part of the library and should have a viable feel so we feel welcomed and want to come here. Without the community, there is no library. This garden is one of its kind in LA. So.. I don't understand. Have you been here in the past few weeks to see what a horrific eye saw it has become? This was one of the first times that I stepped into a library (in my 51 years) where everyone appeared to be a team. This is no longer the case. The tension and disrespect is so apparent. People look miserable and very little greetings are now given. Not sure what has happened, but I can only imagine that new staff came in and/or management has checked out. hmmm? The inconsistent behavior of some of the staff is a headturner. You have one new librarian (I believe her name is Nicole,childrens) who I found out from her original library that she was a problem and toxic, well I see why. The library is quiet and all you hear is her voice gossiping and at an outdoor level, while she is supposed to cover the front desk. Everyone can hear her and the conversations going on. This is not the first time one sees the lack of professionalism. Additionally, while she was covering the desk, a patron came up to ask for support and her answer was, "not my job". All they wanted was a library card. She wasn't busy and was not doing anything that would stop her from assisting. That same day, she left the front and I don't know where she disappeared to, but patrons came in to return and take out books. She was nowhere to be found, so they took all the books with them without checking them out. Maybe she needs to be trained on how to be a team player and what it means to work at a community library. We are always watching and talking about what we see (positive or negative). Additionally, How do you have managers talk horrifically to their staff members? *The manager needs to understand that they are not GOD, but an employee who represents the library and all it stands for. From what I saw, the manager is now going out with a line staff. How is this allowed? Do we not know about inappropriate misconduct in the library, lawsuits if they have a bad break up? What kind of a library are you running? I saw one of your senior staff crying after meeting with the manager. I believe it is for the best of the library to step in and talk with your staff. Find out what has changed and ways to fix this. I work in the non for profit world and when I see a change in personality from a staff member, they are egoing through some difficulty at home. Please, offer them the support and intervention that they need, There was a bake/book sale at the library last weekend. In all my years, I have never seen such a horrific and sad looking event. This community from what I am learning, will support and give without a problem. You had someone go door to door hanging fliers, for what? Next time, please ask for help. A fundraiser is planned and allows the community to support such an incredible and worthy cause. We are here for you and the work that Libraries perform. I understand that this system is larger, however I came from NYC and we have an equal one or larger. If we can get the troops to show up, so can this branch. I can keep writing but I think you get my point. I work from home so the library is my extension of an office, Please, step in and see what has to change before something truly negative occurs. By the way, how can staff arrive late to work? I hear staff talking about people arriving late again. Seems like it's more than a few minutes. Do we not have a time that we have to show up? Again, allowing this behavior to occur with management and staff will only lead to a lawsuit and disgruntled employees. Lastly, a patron came in with a Dobermann and it was walking around with no leach. Patrons were scared and rightfully so. I am bringing this to your attention, in case no one has informed you. I will not be returning to this library. I'm ok with going to a coffee shop. Thank you, Jose read more

Been coming here for years! It is small however a designated area for children. They hold events and staff is always friendly. Will continue to come here. read more

You can rent movies and TV series from here, including Boardwalk Empire from HBO. Free wifi, and an overall quality, quiet place to get some work done. Decent hours, and after hours drop box to boot. I'm proud to see my tax dollars hard at work here. In some ways, this is better than the downtown central branch since there aren't as many vagrants mumbling to the wall in the cubicle next to you. read more

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This is the best library! First off, they have great hours and are open late. Not only are they open late, but they have a book/media drop-box outside, which is super convenient for those occasions when you remember at 11 o'clock at night that your book is due tomorrow and you're headed out of town (that probably doesn't happen to you but it seems to happen to me a fair bit). The staff is friendly and helpful. The library feels clean and organized. They also have great programming like their Cookies & Comics Graphic Novel Club (how cool is that?). Yay for Wilshire library! read more

Pretty decent library. When I went it was empty. Make sure to request the books you really want because chances are they will not have it permanently on site. Woman checking-in books, they are not librarians, was really helpful and quickly helped me sort out issues with my card. I'll be back! read more

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Really lovely old library. Small, but quaint and not very crowded. Perfect for studying of avoiding studying (i.e. what I am doing now). The work tables all have outlets underneath and there are a lot of computer for use. The children's section takes up about half the space and they have a lot of foreign language movies. My favorite part is the little garden patio you can see through one of the windows. It's not too cold either! read more

I have been here multiple times. It's a nice quite place where you can use computer, printer or work on the table. They have friendly staffs. There is no parking lot by the way. read more

Wilshire Branch Library - Libraries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

This is the noisiest library I've been to in Los Angeles. It could be a great location for me, because I can literally walk to it, but my apartment, complete with my neighbor's thumping bass lines and my other's raucous children, is still a better reprieve from the cacophony of everyday city life than this library branch. I mean, they have a frikkin play place with toys galore right next to their study tables, which definitely sees more use than any of the books on their shelves. I don't understand. Libraries were once a place of silence, where one could go and collect your thoughts while perusing the collection of others, and now it seems they have turned into yet another space for boisterous social gatherings--especially for teenagers that lack any decorum--that it is impossible to do anything productive at a branch other than check out a book and immediately leave. I do believe that they should provide two things: information--in digital or in book form, and a quiet place to consume said information. Libraries are not a place for animated conversation, nor a playground for your infants. What has happened to this understanding? The librarians themselves don't seem to care, either! Surely I am not the only one who is frustrated by this?!? And to the other reviewers who say it's a "quiet place to study"...you're joking right? Are you deaf? Am I the only one who hears the constant slamming of the front door, the chatty patrons, the crying children? All I want is some peace and quiet. Is that so much to ask?! read more

Great Work/Study Spot! If you're looking for a quiet place to get things done with much less foot traffic than a local coffee shop then this is your place. It's a small neighborhood library tucked away between K-town & Larchmont. A hidden gem. With it being so small the reading selections are limited but the LAPL system will sent any book in their system to any of their branches. Problem solved. I like that's it's small & quaint but more so that it's quiet. The WiFi is reliable and the staff has been helpful to me. They got a decent selection of DVDs and audio books plus about 8 computers for patrons to use. Street parking only. read more

The best study spot!!!!! It might be kinda small... but just go online and order the book you want from another library and it'll show up here. I love LA public library system. Whenever I need studying done I come here, and when it closes I go to a Korean cafe nearby if i still need to get more done. People are quiet and respectful, no crazy bums in this LA library most of the time and that's always a plus!!!!! I love this place~ read more

Wish the selection of literature was bigger, but they do have a growing collection of DVDs and anime.

This library is very conducive for studying. The library staff are very nice and helpful. Cons: it gets really crowded so it's hard to find a seat. But overall. will be back again. I like the place. read more

The book selection is very limited (it's a TINY TINY library) but you cannot beat the location and the DVD selection is AWESOME. it's got tons of new releases and most of the time, they have two copies of each movie. Also, if you're looking for a particular book, you can always have it placed on hold and shipped from another library via lapl.org. they are usually pretty fast on that stuff. the material usually comes in in less than a week. also, the children's DVD selection is great too! i just wished it had better hours! read more

This is my favorite library in this part of town. They took a really nice historic home and made it a library. They have tons of movies, TV shows on DVDs, and music CDs. They also have a wide selection of manga, magazines, and audio books. Free wi-fi for adults. Lots of picture books for kids. And the librarians are really nice. Tax dollars are put to good use here. There is no parking lot but there's a lot street parking available. Free - no meters. read more

Wilshire Branch Library - Fireplace next to the DVD section - Libraries Near Me - Los Angeles, California

Nice and quiet. Parking Is usually easy. The people are very helpful. Went there to print a few important papers and there was no waiting before or after me. If you need to study or relax and read books this is a great place to go. Although I don't do this, I saw a lot of people renting movies. read more

This library is in a residential area so there are plenty of street parking. I've been coming here for over a decade, since it moved from Western and Beverly. For the most part, it's a solid library, conducive of getting work done. Keep up the good work, librarians! read more

Seriously the best. This library raised me. Amazing location, beautiful, great staff, this is what our government money should be funding.

I enjoyed spending time at this library. It is small and quiet but my only issues is that the internet access is extremely slow and it's not peak hours yet. read more

Went on a Saturday and parking wasn't difficult. There were quite a few street parking spots. Workers were very helpful and took the time to help me and give extra info. read more

A lovely quiet place to just decompress and get away from this crazy city. It's relatively quiet to get some study or reading done. One of my favorite places ever for my sanity :) read more

The people who work here are incredibly rude and incompetent and seem bent on prohibiting people from checking out books. I do not recommend this library branch. read more

Very conducive place for studying! Quiet and calming. Gets crowded sometimes tho. But its not everyday that the library gets jampacked with people. The selection of newly released books, awesome. I am glad i live near this library! Its a nice place to stay and just read all day. :) read more