Alviso Branch Library

36 reviews

5050 N First St, San Jose, CA 95002

www.sjpl.org

+14088083052

About

Alviso Branch Library is a Public library located at 5050 N First St, San Jose, CA 95002. It has received 36 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-6PM
Tuesday12-5PM
Wednesday2-6PM
Thursday10AM-7PM
Friday10AM-7PM
Saturday10AM-7PM
Sunday2-6PM

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  • The address of Alviso Branch Library: 5050 N First St, San Jose, CA 95002

  • Alviso Branch Library has 4.7 stars from 36 reviews

  • Public library

  • "I’ve always loved the library and although small, the selection of books for the little ones and adults is efficient"

    "My two young daughters and I always look forward to picking up books, CDs, and crafts at the Alviso Branch Library"

    "I just wanted to say how helpful the library staff and specifically Anthony were to an elderly person that finds themselves in a frustrating position of trying to find a job in a technology driven application process that because I’ve been employed steadily for twenty years I have little experience"

    "Small but has great options"

    "As a visitor, I didn't use the library's lending facilities, but as someone who needed to play Wizards Unite (like Pokemon Go but for Harry Potter) on her business trip, this is a high quality place to play: three really good inns and a fortress!"

Reviews

  • Maria C.

I’ve always loved the library and although small, the selection of books for the little ones and adults is efficient. The staff is helpful and friendly. I like being able to pull in and find parking. Technology is incredible. Ask the library staff how to download the app Libby, for your smartphone. You can check out ebooks and read it whenever you have time. Close to the library is a playground area for little ones. There isn’t a water fountain or bathroom available.

  • Sarah Baird

My two young daughters and I always look forward to picking up books, CDs, and crafts at the Alviso Branch Library. Even though getting books at the library looks different during Covid, the library staff makes picking up library items a great experience with their friendly attitudes. I can really tell the staff at Alviso takes pride in their branch through their organization, helpfulness, and genuine kindness toward people who use the library.

  • John Lake

I just wanted to say how helpful the library staff and specifically Anthony were to an elderly person that finds themselves in a frustrating position of trying to find a job in a technology driven application process that because I’ve been employed steadily for twenty years I have little experience. They were knowledgeable and patient with me. Thanks You all for a great experience at the public library!!!

  • Diana P

Small but has great options. They offer take home box for small children which includes books and items for hands on activities according to the topic. They also have bags with books and ideas on how to use the stories and creat activities with it. I took one of each. It isnperfect for fun, hands on learning.

  • Lu Zeng

As a visitor, I didn't use the library's lending facilities, but as someone who needed to play Wizards Unite (like Pokemon Go but for Harry Potter) on her business trip, this is a high quality place to play: three really good inns and a fortress!

  • William Smit

Like most of the SJ branch libraries it's very small and has a very limited selection. It's mostly for kids and for them it's fine -- it has several story times and the book and toy selection is reasonable for them.

  • Amber SEO

한글책도 있고 매우 친절해요. 직접 가서 회원가입하면 그 아이디로 컴퓨터 게임도 다양하게 즐길수있어요. 5세 미만 전용 영어 공부 컴퓨터도 재밌게 할 수있어요. 6세 남아와 갔는데 재밌게 놀다왔어요. 2~3분 걸어 올라가면 알비소 youth center에 놀이터가 있어서 거기서 놀기도 좋아요. 주차는 알비소 youth center에 하고 걸어갔어요.

  • Ben Reaves

Dusty little country town 15 minutes from dtsj. For working on laptop its Wifi speed is decent, and power plugs on one of the few tables (but fewer users). Parking lot had little shade.

  • Xing Chen

It's a small library like most San Jose library. There are 10 seats for adults and 8 seats for children, Ten computers, a group study room and a event room.

  • ED BAUTISTA

A nice and quaint place to read. Only complaint is it can get noisey, especially when they're having a meeting or when there are large groups of children.

  • 김가영

너무너무 맘에 들어요. 저녁 7시까지 하는 작은 도서관인데 프로그램도 있고 작지만 장난감도 있고 아이들 컴퓨터도 할 수 있고 책도 실컷 볼 수 있고 너무 만족하는 곳이에요. 그리고 정말 다들 친절하십니다. 굳굳. 만 1세, 3세 아이들이 너무 만족하고 가요.

  • Jonah Probell

Good venue for community meetings. Small space. Request any book from San Jose's extensive library system, and get it within a day or two.

  • sanvi16

It’s a small library. The people make it so nice to visit. They’re willing to help and answer any questions.

  • Yiling Wang

Very nice childrens section, clean and organized. Large area for kids to play, good selection of books.

  • Brady Sewall

Great little library. Very easy to get in-and-out quickly.

  • Xuankang Lin

Not crowded at all. Has a bunch of toys for toddlers!

  • Thai Ha

Clean, well organized and friendly

  • AJ

Come on it's a library!!

  • jichun yuan

很宁静,墙上和人行道上的坐椅上的图案非常好看。

  • Steve S.

A great small library!

  • Elmer Zamora

Muy buena atención

  • Todd Charles

Great staff.

  • Zosh Zhao

Great!

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