Atwater Village Branch Library

I’ve only been here once, to pick up a book I had on hold. Small place but quiet and the guy at the counter was polite. The thing I liked about this place was as I was leaving, the guy at the counter mentioned that they were giving away some books and to check them out before I left, which I did. Left the library that day with more than just the book I came for.

Very small, small location, but overall it is OK. I reserved a book online, and they told me it was en route although they already had 2 other copies on the shelf. They need to organize their system, so they don’t mail books to other sites when they already have them… However, the staff was very nice and gave me a book recommendation based on the book I was checking out.
They have several tables for working and computers. Parking out back of the library is super convenient since the street is mostly metered.
I did notice a decent sized kid area, which is great for parents, negative for those looking for a quiet area to work.

Small library with computers, a pretty good selection of audiobooks and not a ton else.
It makes me sad that this is what has become of the neighborhood library but goddammit I am gonna support it!
With your LA County library card you can go online and check out ebook and mp3’s of books too so it is SO worth it.

Small, but nice resource with friendly service. Maximum capacity reached with with 16 – 20 people so when it’s crowded, like on a hot summer day, it can be tough to find a seat/​desk. Thankful to have a library in my neighborhood though.

Small, kinda creepy little library. But I dig it. Been mostly getting graphic novels because I am too lazy for the heavy stuff these days. Collection in that dept. is decent, but will be worn out quickly.
Parking lot is always empty and convenient. But, like most libraries, there is always riff raff hanging around, and they will bug you. There is usually at least one homeless-​esque person mumbling to themselves inside. It’s the library, free computers attract weirdos. They did kick a guy out for talking on his damn bluetooth in there. It took a while, but they handled it. Props.
A guy who is often at the check-​out counter always seems like he is about to die. He can if he wants to, I’d love to work at a library. I don’t mean that in the «he’s old and I feel sorry for him» way. I mean it’s a dude who acts like he has a Volvo tied to his back and it’s the hardest thing in the world to beep my books. I don’t know what he has going on, it’s none of my business.
Seriously, it’s not really a 4 star library. But am I a fan? Sure. Not really with a «Yay!» attached. But I’m down for the AVBL, yo. Holler back.

I have been coming here for 20 years. Staff is great! I don’t use the computers or labs. Lots of great resources here. Free music, books, movies, etc. Now you can download books and magazines on your ereaders/​tablets

Wow. Have you guys heard of this thing called a library? Shhh… no really shhh, don’t tell anyone about it. You can discover amazing wonderment here. From books, films, television, music, news papers, bored games, stuffed animals, and computers full of porn! I mean computers as well.
I really like this branch, mostly for their service. Teni is delightful in helping you find something, order your favorite film, or get that book you want to read the cover of, from another branch. Shhh… don’t tell anyone, the library is FREE.

Rating as a workspace only.
Getting a car repaired nearby (the mighty Dan’s Auto) and thought I’d try to get some writing done here, so I brought my laptop. Amazingly all the tables were free – perfect! But I couldn’t find anywhere to plug in. Aye, there’s the rub. (My car was in for three hours and I knew my battery wouldn’t do more than two.)
I finally found an outlet near the kids’ picture book room (in a not convenient spot) and it was TAPED OVER. The piece of paper stuck to it told me to use the outlets in the computer room near the front door, which I’d missed. Found the tiny room (smaller than the men’s room) and three guys were crowded onto the small counters. Two seats were left but both had monitors and keyboards on them already. Where was I supposed to put my laptop exactly? (On top of which, I can’t work sitting three inches away from someone else. I can barely pee standing that close in the men’s room.)
I know public libraries are suffering budget cuts, so I’m not expecting things to be magically remodeled to my liking. But come on, people like to use laptops at libraries. Get over your denial, Atwater! Uncover the outlets, buy some extension cords and plug strips, duct tape em to the carpet, voila. Instant gratitude and service to your community.
If you’re nearby and want to work, head instead to Kaldi Coffee. Cool and quiet, outlets at every table, and iced coffee that’s to die for.

Easy access to parking in rear of building.
Great desk service. They helped me locate a newly released audio book and placed it on hold for me.

Small but has a lot to offer.
Back in the day I used to come here a lot even when I used to do community service here. Every thing was so simple back then.
They have more computers now.
Searching the library web base if you can’t find anything. Or you can just ask the librarian for some help to locate the book (s) for you.
Those who need to write papers (essays).
Those who need to use the world wide web (internet), although there is a sign up thing for that and I never understood how to do that.
I only usually go here to pick up books I put on hold from the public library website. I love how you can reserve a copy of the books you want and get it sent to your library. They never do a poorly job on this and it always great service when I come.

great selection of books and dvds plus very friendly staff. there’s also a parking lot in back and computers to use. minus one star because it is pretty depressing inside… very small with bad lighting. the edendale branch has a much nicer ambiance!

Easy parking behind the library. I put books on hold and pick them up here so I don’t have to drive downtown to the Central Library. Staff are always very friendly. I like their monthly book sale, too!

I’ve returned dvds and books in their return box on time and they still counted it as being late. It’s happened on more than one occasion.
The only thing more positive that this library has to offer in comparison to the Silver Lake Branch which is the nearest local library, is it’s much easier to find parking in this neighborhood than at the Silver Lake Branch, especially during heavy traffic. Even when traffic’s heavy around the Atwater branch, it’s still a lot easier to drive and park your car than the other one.
So if you are a patron or about to become one, you’ve been forewarned.

Good location for some and supposedly a great video collection, but how can you only allow one tiny room (that had someone punching away on an electric typewriter) with one desk place available to plug in your computer??? The Silverlake Library is not much further away it’s and a much more friendly study location.

Great location on one of the main drags in Atwater Village (Glendale Boulevard). Kind of a small branch, but I always get books put on hold and sent there, so size doesn’t matter for me. Its only really crowded on Saturdays. Weekdays are usually quiet, so its not hard to find a place to read or borrow a computer.

In todays economic struggles, i am appreciative of the libraries even being open, especially one in close proximity to my neighborhood. All libraries are doing the best the can, especially with books actually footing the bill for free computer, childrens reading, and affordable dvd’s.
As a community we should support these institutions! Be grateful!

darker & more crepuscular fluorescence than edendale.
not a library branch in which to hang out.
go for the dvd variety.
procured ave. montaigne & a bollywood flick here. also a very early morse mystery, with a 19 year old elizabeth hurley, pre-​model era, saffy from ab fab, as well as alistair from as time goes by, as one of the suspects! unforgettable theme music by barrington pheloung.
friendly svc.

Great place to rent movies, especially since they are open until 8 pm Monday through Thursday. There are computers for library card holders to use, and, of course, they have plenty of reading material.

I couldn’t agree with Graciela G. more. I put my Netflix on hold because Atwater library has a killer movie collection. Wow — who works here that added Zatoichi Meets the One Armed Swordsman and bought the Thom Yorke album?

I’m with Rod, It’s time we remember our public libraries. Especially during these hard financial times. They have books galore, movies, and CDs you can check out for FREE. You can even place a hold on books not at the branch and they will be delivered for pick up. It’s a nifty feature on the Los Angeles Public Library website that makes it convenient and your options are limitless. I live in Glendale so the Atwater branch is close for me to get my weekly reading material from. My weekly reading habit could easily be over $ 100 so thank goodness for libraries! Let’s keep America reading and off the idiot box. Seriously, read to your kids, even if they think it’s a punishment, they’ll thank you when they’re not just another statistic of crime and poverty.