Wauwatosa Public Library

I ventured into the Wauwatosa Library a few months ago — after realizing I could use my MPL card there! It is a short 1.3 mile walk from my door to theirs — which makes it perfect for a lazy Saturday afternoon fall walk. I am used to the downtown (central) library so this is a nice change of pace — less cavernous and intimidating.
I’ve only ever visited the Adult (2^nd floor) library and the holds pick-​up area (1^st floor) but I have been impressed by the selection and availability of books here! The new arrivals in the adult library are clearly organized and I have been able to find copies of new and notable reads at this location with ease. The movie selection is incredible — lots of television series, documentaries and even some new /​recent releases. Eat your heart out, Netflix!
The two drop boxes outside (for media and books) make it easy to return items at your convenience even when the library is not open. There are a lot of tables on the 2^nd floor and some comfortable chairs where one could sit and read, too. Staff have been incredibly helpful on my many visits to this location. Reading is FUN-​damental!

Tosa Library: my new home library!
I have been going to the Tosa library pretty frequently over the past month. Since finishing school and having ample free time and memory space, I have revived my love for reading. The Tosa library has a great collection.
I have also checked out movies, CDs, and used their study spaces. I’m excited to see what else they have to offer.
Printing: 10 cents a page for black and white and 25 cents a page for color. You print from their computer and pick up the page at the service center, where you can pay with coins or bills.
Fax: $ 1.75 for the first page. You need a credit card or a calling card.
Copying: 10 cents a page, second floor by the restrooms. Make sure you have coins.
They have free WiFi that does not require a sign-​in, so if you do not have a library card, you still have access to the WiFi on your phone and laptop.

Nice library, super great storytime! I took my 10-​month-​old to Rhyme Time and it was awesome. The librarian did an outstanding job, my baby was interested and entertained, and it was a fun (and free) way to meet some new people. One of the best storytime experiences we’ve had. I wish it was offered evenings or weekends too.

This is still my go-​to library and they have made great changes. They still have the awesome self-​check-​out stations, but now the book check-​IN is also automated! It makes me feel like I’m living in the future. It’s a little conveyer belt that scans your book as it whisks it away to the back sorting room. You can get a receipt for that, too if you want, but let’s save paper and also remember the Mitch Hedberg «donut receipt» bit he’s so famous for.

One of the better libraries in the Milwaukee County System.
They have a great selection of non-​fiction here and the new book section is large and varied.
Probably the best thing about Tosa is you can rent art and sculpture from the romo downstairs. They have tons of hanging paintings all framed and hooked and ready to go that you can rent for whatever the rental period is; 3 weeks, I believe.
This is a great way for students or someone else looking for a little culture to experiment with different looks w/​out the huge financial commitment that comes with buying artwork.

Fantastic library all around. All of its areas, including the main staircase, feel spacious and are well-​lighted. I appreciated the extensive DVD collection in my pre-​Netflix days. I think its cool that they not only loan media materials but wall art and sculpture, all for free.
My favorite aspect of this library is the large alcoves with floor to ceiling windows, that jut out from the building, on the 2^nd floor in the Adult area. You can sit and study in them and imagine you are enjoying the outside (says the woman desperately suffering from cabin fever; it being January in Wisconsin). They are great places for squirrel-​watchers (is there such a thing?) The only problem is that they are popular places to sit for long periods of time, and you inevitably wind up sharing the alcove with someone. The way the seats are set up means you are usually sitting

I’m really not sure how to write a review for a library. There are many books, magazines and other periodicals here. There are computers and free wifi. I walk past stacks of DVDs and other media that can be checked out.
There are also tables. This is why i love the Tosa Public Library. I go there to get work done on school papers or to do some reading. They have an ample amount of larger (4 chairs) and smaller tables for your use. They alos have more comfortable chairs set up throughout the library. It is a great place to come and get homework done, away from the distraction of my home.