North Austin Public Library

Disappointing multicultural selection. This library was not diverse enough for me. I wouldn’t bring my kids here. I think half the clientele were homeless. I could be wrong. However, I will not return.

Wonderful book selection for multicultural readers. Fun activities for the children in the neighborhood. The kids are safe and welcomed! Great location. Staff is more than helpful and resourceful. Golden Gem!

I’m on a quest to visit every branch of the Chicago Public Library system.
This is probably the emptiest library I’ve ever seen. There were about three other patrons when I visited. This is nice if you’re looking for a quiet space and a pretty much confirmed seat. There were plenty of open tables!
The entertainment DVD selection was small, but the educational/​documentary DVDs were plentiful! (I didn’t see any music, now that I think about it.) There was also a very large section of books on tape. The periodicals are set up nicely in this library; I usually forget about them since they’re not out in the open, but there is a very dominant place for them. The adult side of the library is small, but the shelves are PACKED.
I was impressed by the BIG children’s space! Half the library is dedicated to children’s media, and it looked like a very nice space: plenty of tables,
plenty of books and lots of color.
Almost all of the museum passes were in when I visited, so I think this is a good branch to visit if you’re trying to hunt down a pass (though the popular Shedd and Field passes were out).
Oh, and the staff was really helpful and friendly!