The Burlington Central Library is truly a gem in the heart of the city. From the moment I stepped through the doors, I was welcomed by the warm and friendly staff who were always ready to assist. The library is well-organized, making it easy to find the books or resources I needed. The library's collection is impressive, with a wide range of books, DVDs, and other resources catering to all ages and interests. Whether you're a student looking for academic resources, a professional seeking industry-specific literature, or a casual reader in search of a good novel, the Burlington Central Library has got you covered. One of the standout features of this library is its quiet and comfortable reading areas. They provide a peaceful environment that's perfect for immersing oneself in a good book or focusing on work. The library also offers free Wi-Fi, which is a great advantage for those who need to stay connected. The children's section is vibrant and engaging, filled with colorful books and interactive learning materials. It's clear that the library puts a lot of effort into fostering a love of reading in the younger generation. In addition to its physical resources, the Burlington Central Library also offers a variety of programs and workshops. These events cater to a wide range of interests and provide a great opportunity for community engagement. In conclusion, the Burlington Central Library is more than just a place to borrow books. It's a community hub, a center for learning, and a peaceful retreat in the middle of a bustling city. I highly recommend it to anyone in the Burlington area.

Great facility, clean, warm, and quiet. There are very resourceful people working there that are very kind and helpful. But there is one thing that KILLS ME about the library. THE HOURS. All public libraries close early now. 9pm? On weeknights? And 1-5 pm on Sunday? Seriously? If the government is trying to make budget cuts, this is not the place to do it. We should be educating youth and cutting budgets elsewhere. Even if they were to keep a small section open with minimal supervision, so people can stay later and complete more work, that is all I am asking. I understand that keeping the children's toy section open until 11pm is not necessary, but just a room with tables and chairs. Trying to get accepted into a program with a scholarship is definitely challenging, but limiting hardworking students like myself with these kind of hours... now that's not fair.

I went there today with my 3 year old son. Great place for toddlers to have fun, socialize, and read. They have a area for toddlers. Super big and perfect for them. The library has toys for them to play with, a kitchen set and kids computers. We got my sons 1st library card today as well and the workers there were so nice ane caring. Felt very welcomed there. Going to be coming here a lot more. My son and I loved it. Great place to just chill. For parents watching little ones I recommend to bring ur journal or laptop to keep u busy or grab a chaper book before going to the kids area so your toddler wont think you guys are leaving so soon lol. Also have duo play dates would be fun too. Bring a play partner so ur kids can play while mommy and daddies talk and socialize as well. So we all are happy and having fun. Great place. Love it and so does my little one.

Maybe I have just been spoiled by university libraries, but I would not call this place a library, it is more like a community centre/daycare then a library. Their is rarely a quiet place to study since this place has a large amount of children who are yelling and screaming on the daily. Maybe they offer a daycare service where people can drop off their kids, but it seems foolish to put a quiet study space in the library that is directly below the area where young children run around stomping and screaming so loud that you can hear them through the walls. Not only that but the wifi is spotty at best, it struggles to even load webpages some days. If you are looking for a quiet place to study with no distractions (one of the main purposes of a library) then this place is not for you.

after moving to south burlington from north burlington, i have started to come to the central branch with my two young daughters (4 and 16 months) on weekends to get books and let them play a bit. It is a great place that is warm, inviting and well maintained. Great play area that is suited for young children and people are all respectful of each other which i like. The outside grounds of the library are beautiful as well and there is a park to boot. So if you have young ones, you could literally spend a whole afternoon here and no one would be bored and mom or dad can get a bit of a break. There's also a small coffee shop downstairs as well which is super handy if you want a drink or a light snack. This is really one of the great family spots in the city.

Love this branch! Always lots of available seating to work alone or with friends, the makerspace is awesome and staff are always extremely friendly and helpful. There’s so many hidden gems here. A seed library to grow lettuces and herbs at home, makerspace with a button maker, 3D printer, embroidery machine, laser cutter, large format printer and more at reasonable prices. Kits to start a book club, bird watch, fidget toys, all sorts of fun stuff! There’s also parks and recreation centers nearby. In the summer the reading garden is amazing :) highly recommend checking out this library branch!

I was in this past weekend and wanted to check out 3 movies. The blonde hag at the desk said I have 27 dollars in overdue fees. I immediately said I don't and she said " yes you do" then mumbled under her breath " I'm not dealing with this" and called the manager. She discovered that I have things on my card that I never took out! Someone has my card and is using it. She waved 3 of the 4 things I could see that someone took out on my card but left 1 thing that wasn't mine. I wish she waved all the things I didn't take out but at least she did a better job than the middle aged witch.

It's a very calm and peaceful environment. When I come here, it's like a treatment session. Read a book, rest, do research, work on the computer, look at old records, study the history of Burlington, look at the birlington settlement plans from 120 years ago. What do you want to do. Before the pandemic, there were knitting hours for women. I don't know if I started again. This place is just like a charity house for the public. Volunteers to answer questions at tax time, council and conferences are everything. Come here and start doing the events your age demands.

The library has three floors with sufficient couches, tables, chairs and workstations with ample parking on the north, south and east sides, and a park on the west side with a few benches to sit and toilets on the ground and first floors. There is also a study room available on a first come first serve basis...For a break, you can take a quick walk around the library...It is also open from 9 AM to 5 PM on Saturdays & Sundays and from 9 AM to 9 M from Monday to Friday, and it works for my schedule on weekdays and weekends A great place to study!

My son requested this place for a book and they said once the book is available they will email or call me but it’s been two years now no email or call from them . I have called them first year for almost every week for the update and they said my son is on waiting list and he is in number one spot. If my son is in first position for the waiting list how come it takes another year and still no update. I don’t know what happened with them . They treat well if they found someone rich or looks high profile . I wish they treat everyone equally.

Install a door. Though I think it makes perfect sense to place a kids play section right next to the silent study section without any sort of door or preventative noise measure for people studying, I can also see how one would assume that screams from the kids playing may echo right into the quiet study area and irritate the 15-20 people who are trying to study. Maybe consider some sort of doorway to this area so the quiet study area is...sort of quiet? Terrible planning otherwise.

Excellent selection of books, computers for adults. Computers and tablets for kids. Large play area for little ones. Meeting rooms for community activities. A "maker" space for the creative folk. Always well kept with the perfect temperature and energy for studying & reading. Great feature is the in house cafe to grab a coffee and quick snack without leaving the building! Tip: Keep an eye on the bulletin boards for interesting community workshops held here!

Tive uma boa experiência, o local é agradável, limpo, bem iluminado e organizado. Tive facilidade em encontrar o livro que procurava. Vi muitas opções de títulos que atendem a uma enorme gama de leitores de todas as idades e interesses. A biblioteca fica bem localizada, junto a um parque, oferecendo muitas opções para estacionar e passear, antes ou após uma leitura. Recomendo uma visita.

Great location, very well maintained. Staff are very helpful and many great programs. Spent many hours here doing research, a place work between other locations, just to relax and browse the stacks, or just get a coffee and hang out for a bit. Hours could definitely be extended, but that's going to come back to funding and usage. Use their Online resources routinely.

This library is fantastic. It's spacious, clean, quiet and the staff is very friendly and helpful. I personally use this place as a study space and I must say, it's perfect for students. There are study tables with outlets to plug in your electronics (ex. laptop)

Boy it's been years since I've been here. I moved away from Burlington at 19, and I used to come here all the time when I was in my teens - did a lot of bike riding from where I lived in North Burlington to here on weekends and in the summer when I could

Love my Library Staff are awesome Jill yesterday made copies for me What a wonderful happy caring person I am a Senior & she was above helpful I left there on Cloud nine What a wonderful world it would be if everybody was like Jill A Keeper

First time when we see (and participate) in this community outreach from the Burlington Symphony Orchestra). Amazing event. Absolutely loved the "preview" of the concert and the mix of music history, geography, and musical bits. Please continue!

Love this library! I study here every time I have big tests etc coming up & I'm always able to get so much done. Well-kept space, so much room to work/study. Great selection of materials to borrow as well. Really appreciative of this gem!

I love being close to this location- it's a lovely, clean and relaxed environment and the staff seem to enjoy working there, which is always nice to see. I wanted to say how appreciative I am for the incredible online catalogue of

Was expecting to come and read quietly. People bring their kids ; staff & people talking loudly. This is not how library should be. Look for another place if you plan to stay for reading as it's impossible to concentrate.

Decently sized library with quite a bit of space to study and do work. Never gets really busy, at least not if you’re comparing it to a university campus library. Some of the study spots are super cozy which is nice.

People bring their kids to walk around the 'quiet study areas' and are loud and the staff do not correct them. the AC/ventilation is terribly loud near the study tables, not ideal if your trying to get real work done

This library is great for children. My 1 year old enjoys his time here. We read books, colour, play with the mini trains, and play with the slide. There is also an outdoor playground. The environment is very safe.

This place is amazing with awesome customer service. Kelly and Ruth were speaking eloquently and were really nice to me as a first timer to this library! Definitely recommend this place to first comers.

Should do something about patrons receiving and making calls around the reading areas to disturb other patrons. This is pretty unacceptable for a library. Respect for all patrons must be exhibited.

Always space, Time and all the support and resources you could ever need or want. Thank you very much pleased always!!!!! Great environment well maintained inside and out plus fanatic staff :)

This library is by far the best one in the area. Lots of open space to browse or work. The staff here are super friendly and helpful. Online hold and pickup system works well too!

It's a Public Library. Totally "Woke" Burlington, they provide Tampons and Pads in the "Men's bathroom." Apparently ~3% of the Male population at large have "Bonus Holes"?

Well, we LOVE the library. But tonight was also a free concert by the Burlington Symphony Orchestra and demonstrated just how well our city provides for us. It was lovely

The staff here is always super friendly. I love going to the makerspace and taking advantage of the awesome equipment the library has for the community.

Very friendly and helpful staff. I signed up in person for a library card and received my card within a few minutes. Very pleasant experience!

Excellent.. Quiet study rooms to do comprehensive study for an exam.. It's got free WiFi, a little coffee shop and lots of other facilities..

Unreal service here. I could not believe how kind, welcoming, and helpful everyone was. It's so great to have a place like this available.

My son loves it here he gets to read all the books he want, play with the slide. I just wish they can put a little more in the play area.

Great place to smoke a little weed while studying. Nice helpful staff if you get a little to high and forget how to use the printer.

Architectural gem. It's such a beautiful space with many pockets and crevices that are perfect for studying/private reading.

It's my favorite Library. I like quiet atmospheres and so Librarys don't do that for me. Central is always very peaceful.

Love this library! They have something for everyone. The indoor play area for kids is great on extreme weather days.

They have a great selection of, not only books but also movies on DVD and the staff are always very helpful.

The library staff deserves more than 5 stars. You guys are doing amazing. So helpful, informative and kind

Very friendly, kind, courteous and helpful staff. Clean facilities. Particularly liked the water fountain!

What a great experience picking up my library books today! All covid-safe, efficient and with many smiles!

Pretty quiet and it’s clean. Three floors- top is very quiet. Great place to do school work

Gran Biblioteca en Burlington, hay de todo , gran servicio buena asesoría. 5 estrellas.

Great place but please extend weekend hours I work all week and study on the weekends.

Great atmosphere for reading. New books are frequently available and helpful staff.

Safe secure friendly and a great source for all. ⚫◼️◾⚓️ …

Great spot to be productive. Cafe downstairs is missing kimchi ramen though!

Nice ambience, perfect atmosphere to bring young kids. Calm and comfortable

Great online services and ease of getting books / or putting on hold ! Tks.

This is the most stunning library I’ve ever been to. Love working here!!

The staff at Central Library have been wonderful during this shutdown.

Gorgeous library with lots of variety and selection. Lots of parking.

Love the dvd section. There are also lots of great reading chairs.

Spacious, modern, quiet, great place to study. I love coming here

Love this place and its kid friendly programs and indoor space

Great library. Lots of resources available to the community

Excellent library with a good selection of children's books

Well stocked library and lots of study space as well.

Well adjusted for the covid by keeping people safe

Finally starting to reopen after COVID pandemic.

Great main library, the highlight is the staff.

Definitely go and check out the new MakerSpace!

Awesome facility, bright friendly atmosphere

Friendly staff, quiet and spacious library

Love this library!!! Remy was so helpful!

Please! Extend the weekend hours, please!

Went to print off some documents. Easy.

Excellent facility. Extraordinary staff

Beautiful library! Wonderful staff!

Great space to dive into stories!

Love the new play area for kids

Great for studying and reading.

Sefton the face do too for has

Always a pleasure going there

Wonderful people work there!

Quite, clean and good staff

Awesome place to read :)

Great library good staff

Very big! Good selection

Best library in Canada!!

Excellent time there.

Great public library

This place rocks.

Alot of computers

Well maintained

Friendly ppl

It was cool

Too quiet

Books etc