Reviews of Orange Public Library (Library)

Yvonne Adams

The Orange library has come a long way.

Martin Hight

I usually get homework done there.

Misambo Asabi

Good place to study.

Leslie lovexD

Its really nice. But the secretary on top floor 2/3 times always talking to her coworker. So hard to concentrate. My 6th time here. And i dont think im coming back.

LOVE FAITH-HOPE

as a library it's ok, although for a while there was one white guy working there who seemed a bit like a bully...not sure if he's still there.. I always kind of felt like I was in "his library" rather than the community's library..BUT the REAL REASON I am taking time to make this review is related to an incident that occurred. I was at the library one day and as I was leaving a young man came up to me and said, "Excuse me, I think I hear a baby crying in the van over there..." He wanted me to help. So I walked over to the vehicle and SURE ENOUGH there was a baby inside. We couldn't see it but we could hear it. All the windows were closed & doors locked, so we went into the library together and reported it...and they made an announcement over the loudspeaker. We waited outside to see if somebody would come and eventually somebody did. What BOTHERED ME in addition to the potential danger the baby was in..was that as we gathered around to watch to make sure the baby was ok, one of the library employees tried to tell us to GO AWAY, as if it was NONE OF OUR BUSINESS if the baby is ok or not. I backed up but did NOT LEAVE..I had to see for myself..turns out the woman worked at a daycare and this baby was one of many children she had taken to the library that day, the others were old enough to enjoy the kids program, but the infant was left in the van...apparently with no concern that it might get too hot in there. The library employee seemed to be more intent on "white washing" it. They did NOT even thank us, and seemed to be ready to let it go at that. But I CALLED the POLICE and reported it. And I am glad to say an officer came immediately...and a report was made to social services etc, ..I eventually was called as a witness in a hearing..not sure what happened in the end. Main thing we hope the baby was okay. Just wish the library had been a little more TRANSPARENT about the issue and had shown some appreciation rather than trying to cover it up. As citizens we are ALWAYS watched and being told what we are doing wrong...be it driving or parking, but never being THANKED or appreciated for moments such as this ..when we may have saved a baby's life.

Jason Medina

Rooms upstairs available for private study with library card. Great staff with beautiful History Center upstairs. Great for kids as well, always something fun going on here.

jao jing

Crowded but quite.

Rosie Lynn Murrell Martinez

I Love this place. somewhat quiet cool inside the building. people that work here have great customer service skills

Carolyn Abano

I am so disappointed with the library. I go here constantly, about 3-5 days out of the week to work. There have been many instances where they are either rude, or straight up idiots. I always use their private room, which are available for reservation for a 2 hour period and today has just upset me so much. I asked if there was a room available, an older white guy with glasses says all the rooms are occupied and that it was first come first serve. First available room would be open at 2:30. A guy walks out of one of the rooms and I ask about it. He says there was a guy before me, but could not provide a name or recall who. It took him awhile. The part that confuses me, is why do they say first come first serve, when in reality they are making a list. If that was the case, take names (idiots!). Second, I am waiting at the table for a room to open and a guy comes up to the desk. Joanne the other library aide, knew I was waiting for a room. So she calls downstairs to see if it is available and finds an available room. Guess who she gives it to??? The guy who came 30 minutes after me. The people who work here are idiots, but the saddest thing??? You can't do anything about it. There's no way to make a complaint on the Public Library's website.

James F. Haas

Good library. Horrible, harassing staff. Idiot, power mad miss use of tax money. I've stopped ALL my company's donations. Won't be back.

Erica Lamiell

Spacious and clean

Carlos Ruiz

I like this place.

Nathan Wagenet

This library gets two stars only because the library's book selection is pretty good, not awful, though it could be better even for a city library. The main issue is that I went on a Sunday to return a book, and okay, the library is closed on a Sunday, BUT they've decided to BLOCK the outside book return slot so I can't even drop off my books. That wasted me a trip up there, and for no reason. You NEED to have a non-automated way to drop off books when the library is closed.

Andres Mendez2

Watch out for the homeless, left around closing time when I came out an old man started following to my car . I pulled out my phone and crossed the street. Saw him ride off once I did this

roya fal

Love the location and staff are really good. The only down side is the is no enough desk.

ann russell

Nice place, very big, tons of books for sale, used. Lots of seating room and vey pretty from outside and inside. Tons of bathrooms and so far the people are really helpful

Brandon Bashaw

Nice, new, clean, organized library that is full of very helpful people. Has an excellent and large selection of children's books.

Maria De La Cruz

Love it. Very clean and organized. Defenatly will come back. =)

wolfivan Reyes

(Translated by Google) I like very much ... (Original) Me gusta mucho ...

Dave Tavres

Beautiful space, but the wifi/internet is *awful* :( I was hoping to do a little work here, but even in the middle of the day, in the middle of the week - on multiple occasions - the wifi is barely usable. And they don't have ethernet connections that would (hopefully) be higher speed :(

Yogi Han

Greatest kids section imaginable!

Jennifer Lattanzi

The library claimed that I turned in a severely water damaged book back in November of 2016. They claimed that they sent me both an email and invoice. I received nothing. They no longer have the book. I am not paying for a book they can't show me. I know for a fact that when I turned it in there was nothing wrong with it. I put it in the return bin outside. They claim it's $14.99

Tim Sok

Not sure if it is a library or homeless shelter

Steve Kishishita

I'm an older student returning to college at REI at 401 S Tustin St in Orange and find this library is a nice place to do research for my papers

ONCE a BliNk Twice an ArMy

It's good library although the people that work there have to be more experienced

Olivia's Nail Tutorials

I have always loved books and reading at the Orange Public Library because they have sooo many books that I want to read and the volunteer's at the library are very helpful and are awesome. I hope one day I can work at the Orange Public Library.

Yifan Zhou

love the library

Mathieu Delange

I enjoy a good book here and there.

VincentPlays YT

Good Place To Studying,Has A Lot Of Books,Great Staff

Cristina García

Excellent staff

Faviola Moreno

Love the children's section, I bring my kids every week. Great staff and service. Cute programs

Brandie Media- Shawn Robinson Willis

I love this branch...the employees are always very helpful. If I have a problem they take the time to help explain the issue. I appreciate them. Also check out the bookstore from the Friends of Orange Libary they are amazing and the prices can't be beat

C

I loved how big this library is! There's plenty of room for you to study :)

Lesbia Sanchez

Love the environment and the staff had always been helpful.