Greenwood Public Library

Free wifi, large facility, and lounge areas to sit and read and plenty of books on selection. However sometimes the staff can be a bit rude. The other day I went here a few minutes before closing not realizing this and a woman informed me it was closing as soon as I walked through the door and from across the room. I politely apologized and turned to leave to which she again informed me it was closing as if I didn’t hear her correctly. Also from what I understand the café and gift store are no longer available unless I’ve missed something. But it’s in a great location with a ice cream parlor down the street and a park right beside it.
Also my library card had expired so I went to renew it a few months back. The lady told me my sister who I doubt knew this that she had an outstanding fine. But I would need a parent or my sister to pay the fine. (Even though I’m over 21). This was a bit off putting but I would and do still go where anyway but not to check out anything. Since no Internet cafes are within walking distance this is the best alternative.

Being a Greenwood resident, I have always been impressed with this library. It’s the nicest one I have ever been in. It’s a beautiful and well kept building that is very comfortable to hang out in. It’s beyond user friendly. I was quite shocked and pleased to discover it after I moved to Greenwood.
When my kids were younger, we used to take advantage of all of the well organized and comprehensive children’s programs. The staff are super sharp and professional. They always put together such sweet and clever themes, especially the summer reading program. They have arts and crafts going as well as a book reading series. They read to the younger kids and they also offer incentives to read like winning prizes that many of the local businesses support and donate.
I have taken advantage of many of the adult programs as well. They have a litany of offerings for everyone. Classes can be anything from cooking, gardening, art, technical/​computer classes, as well as games. I went one time when they had a scrabble get together. I was loving this one, because I love word games — especially scrabble!
If you pay a little extra (10.00) for a library card (usually it’s free), the donation goes directly to support the library. I believe it also renders patrons a few extra perks. They can fill you in on the info when you get your library account registered.
They have a small room/​area near the main front doors across from the main check out desk where they sell used books all year. I never get much for the books I have tried to sell to Half Price Books, so I just donate them to the GPL. It’s another great way to support the local library system, monetarily or otherwise.
The intra/​interstate library book search system is awesome as well. If they do not have the book you are looking for, they will do a search for it at another library and arrange a book loan.
I have been very grateful for that service on more than one occasion.
They also have a decent online feature that patrons can use to look for books and accomplish some other details that can be done at the library as well. It can be anything like extending the check out time for a book you might have checked out, or simply viewing their monthly events calendar and possibly signing up for any event they are offering. This can be anything in the children’s department and beyond.
They also have a limited selection of video rentals. Kids videos are free to rent/​check out, as well as many other adult non fiction choices. Other more current videos are 1.00 each to borrow.
They used to have a little coffee shop in an area right Inside the front doors.
It has come and gone a few times over the years. It’s now a vending area. I hope someday it can reappear, as it was a really nice touch to the whole already wonderful atmosphere.
Overall, this library is just wonderful. It’s such a blessing to know it’s a solid and reliable fixture and resource in my community.

I love the large size of this library. It’s very inviting/​calming in the landscaping with a butterfly garden and a fountain. The interior is a beautiful 2-​story building. Greenwood Public Library has been around for many years and is an important part of the community. A good day off from work means to come here sometimes — to just read. I love the layout and various places you can relax with a large quantity of magazines and books. They have a good amount of free events you can take part in such as: Pilates, book clubs, craft nights, and plenty of things for children to do!

I’ve worked with several of the Greenwood librarians before but I had never really gone in and seen their space or collection. I went in this past Friday and was awed. They have a beautiful 2 story building with lots of nooks and crannies and quiet spaces. Their teen space was to die for!
I had never really had a reason to go in before, but Friday marked the start of reciprocal borrowing so I was able to go in with my Johnson County Public Library card and get a card here as well. Honestly, I probably won’t use it much but it’s nice to have. I still prefer my set of libraries (JCPL) because DVDs are free to rent ($ 1 per DVD at Greenwood), the hours are waay better (Greenwood is only open 1 to 5 on Friday and Saturday and closed on Sunday), and the staff… well nicer. But I like having another avenue from which to borrow books and for that I am grateful.

I’ve been going to this library since we moved here. It has a lively atmosphere, a playground inside and a park outside. My kids simply love to hang out here. It is a treat for the kids to go find new books. The librarians are very friendly and always happy to help.

Great friendly librarians. Well informed and always willing to assist. I am not a patron of this county but that does not matter, they have a system set up for anyone to use their public computers with a temp pass.

This library is quite large and nice. They have their own coffee shop and gift store. Their children’s section is downstairs and nice. Their video selection is good, and they have plenty of rooms to rent and use for events. They have a good helpful staff. The adult section is upstairs.
Their selection is above average for a town this size from my experience. I actually don’t go to this one as often as White River Library just because it’s further away. But they do have a park next door and Mrs. Curl is down the street.
Their summer reading program is nice, and they do points by the hour not by the book. Which I think is a nice method.