South Shore Branch, Chicago Public Library

80 reviews

2505 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60649

www.chipublib.org

+13127475281

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South Shore Branch, Chicago Public Library is a Public library located at 2505 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60649. It has received 80 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 stars.

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Hours

Monday12-8PM
Tuesday9AM-5PM
Wednesday9AM-5PM
Thursday1-5PM
Friday10AM-6PM
Saturday12-8PM
Sunday10AM-6PM

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  • The address of South Shore Branch, Chicago Public Library: 2505 E 73rd St, Chicago, IL 60649

  • South Shore Branch, Chicago Public Library has 4.5 stars from 80 reviews

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  • "°Very nice branch of CPL! °It isn't super large & seemed to have a small adult book selection"

    "The lady with the short blond hair is extremely unprofessional"

    "I have been going to this library for a decade and never had a problem since a younger age! Now that I am an adult with children; we all can enjoy ourselves! They give your children something to do as far as computer, books, arts & crafts and they also have a play area for the younger children"

    "This library profoundly influenced me when it came to my love of books and reading, over sixty-five years ago"

    "Very poor wifi connection"

Reviews

  • Joseph James (OfficiallyBLEU)

°Very nice branch of CPL! °It isn't super large & seemed to have a small adult book selection. °All in all it was Quaint & Efficient for what i needed to do! °Being in the south shore they seemed very much focused on Black Excellence. °Large children's area with lots of books it looked like! A bunch of available computers to use, Job resources, a comfy chair, etc... °The staff were super friendly, knowledgeable, and attentive! °Highly recommend even if you're just going to chill away from home or doing work on you're own PC.. ☮️Very peaceful atmosphere!️

  • Arnita Barnetti

The lady with the short blond hair is extremely unprofessional. She false accused my daughter of late charges. She charged me $100+ fees. They have recieved every book we have borrowed I recently questioned the unexplained fee. The short blond lady. Bluntly told her supervisor I only paid 20 dollars. I was insulted because I gave her $85 to be exact. I was appalled how the so called supervisor handled the matter. I would never go back to this Library. Who does that? Staff gaining up accusing a child. Including security.

  • Ladi Gawd

I have been going to this library for a decade and never had a problem since a younger age! Now that I am an adult with children; we all can enjoy ourselves! They give your children something to do as far as computer, books, arts & crafts and they also have a play area for the younger children. For me; if I am having a problem or need help with anything there is always someone to assist me. I never got any attitudes, laziness from the librarians. Oh and their Wi-Fi is popping (having a sense of humor)!☺

  • Joseph Blophus

This library profoundly influenced me when it came to my love of books and reading, over sixty-five years ago. I went on to become very successful in business and life, and I still think of the fantastic librarian there, Miss Hicks, who was always ready to help me find a good book or give me ideas for researching a given topic. Please support this library, and always make sure your children get a good start in life by discovering the great value of books and learning. Thanks, again, Miss Hicks!

  • Tee Bee

Very poor wifi connection. Extremely loud for a library. The staff is always yelling at the kids and carrying on personal conversations when you come the the front desk. Also, a lady came inside to return her books at the front desk and no one acknowledged her. After the lady said 'excuse me' for the second time the lady behind the desk said "The drop box is outside." Disgusting behavior.

  • Josephine Delgado

This is quite a long over due contribution I’ve been meaning to make about the 73rd branch. It’s got to be a hidden gem in the neighborhood. The librarians and extra staff on site are more like family to the community. There perspicuity of knowledge they share is priceless! Their work contributes to building educational leaders for the next generation’s. Thank you to all.

  • Tyshondra Barnes

I want to Thank the library" s Director for allowing ME to have my book event in there today. Those who like reading can read my book I Just Want To Be A "Kid" The Life Of Raising Children, That is officially published, By Tyshondra Barnes, Author 2505 East 73rd Street ,Chicago, IL 60649

  • blue lush

Yes A great library to read, get copies and use the internet. I bring my own laptop and spend the whole day there over 6 hours and as long as I wear headphones and mask there is no problems, unless it gets crowded.

  • Chelsey A Lewis-Akingbohungbe

Clean. Fun activities and events for kids. Very helpful librarians. Many computers for both adults and juvenile. Floor outlets to charge laptops. Thank you guys for always helping me out.

  • Casianne Manning

The location is very clean. The staff are friendly and extremely helpful. I appreciate that they give access to computers, printers, photocopiers, and a study area. I highly recommend!

  • joey hustle

It's a nice library in the community. They do have a lot of good books for children and adults as well. They have DVD rentals computers that you can use and a pretty friendly staff.

  • Tan Ball

Friendly staff! Helpful and calm ppl. Even the young lady that's security, She is Nice and attentive to the library. Very Clean, quiet. Free printer up to 10pgs.

  • Sandra Davis (C.)

The staff is very unprofessional! They do not need to work with the community at all! Their tone, attitude and personalities are not a fit for their jobs!!!

  • Bobby Tate

I would like to see more black history pre slavery, at this location. But this is far and away the best library on the Southside of Chicago.

  • Larrdamio Blakney

Clean and quiet convenient location. Friendly respectful staff wheelchair assessable very short to no wait times for available computers.

  • Michael Clark

This library doesn’t have many black culture history books but the customer services is great better than any library on the soufhside

  • Caleb Myart

The staff will help and show you how to do things. No attitudes, and they share information for your knowledge!

  • Alona James

The checkout lady with the short blond hair is very unprofessional and sometimes has the tendency to be rude.

  • Eileen Sitko

Needed to get some copies made it quick and easy $0.15 or $0.20 A great place 4 the little ones as well

  • Shauron Neely

The staff are very nice and helpful. Even the gaurds on duty are very nice and helpful to the patrons.

  • Vee M

Friendly staff. Nice selection of local history materials. Comfy and cozy neighborhood reading spot.

  • Lydoa Smith

Cyber person Laura was exceptional , definitely an expert in her field, and very nice awesome place

  • Sarah Akeredolu

I love how convenient this library is by my place and I really like how clean it is, too.

  • Janie Wilkie

This is a very nice quiet place. It is well kept and the Liberians are nice &. helphful.

  • mighti mighti

Small but the staff keep it organized.the security make sure no one misbehave .I love it

  • Cass Jones

Clean and they wipe down area during this C19 pandemic. Very courteous staff.

  • Inger Mobley

The staff was very friendly and helpful in getting my new library card

  • Patricia Johnson

Nice quiet place, social distancing was in place. Mask was worn.

  • Carolyn Coe

This place definitely has improved on hiring better security.

  • Adunola Olawuni

My experience is very good here 100% all day, everyday!

  • Soulful Inspiration

The librarians were very courteous. I enjoyed my visit.

  • Mark Johnson

Convenient location. Staff is helpful and friendly.

  • Rogers Clarence

Great staff, very helpful and quiet atmosphere.

  • Ted Campbell

Staff very helpful. Great selection of items!

  • Anthony Ball

CLEAN PLACE ! GREAT COSTUMER SERVICE ..

  • Cully Boateng

Pretty clean. Not too crowded. Quiet.

  • randy znaniecki

Anxious to check it out for myself..

  • Donna Edmond

It's convenient around the house

  • Lydia Boyd

The staff is very nice there.

  • Victoria Sweeney

Very good staff and services

  • Lori Speller

Friendly and helpful Staff

  • Kourtni Marshall

Really nice kids section!

  • Lorae Walker

Very helpful workers.

  • sr “Travis” Travis

Nice new CLEAN place

  • Equilla Lamon

Very nice THANK you

  • Yolanda Dorsey

One of my favorite

  • Anicet-Joel Lezao

Great help!

  • Tonya Snow

Excellent

  • Shannon Cross

Love it

  • Nicole Watkins

Great

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