Monterey County Free Libraries - Administrative Offices

Beautiful little library with a wonderful kids' room full of age appropriate books. The staff here is fantastic and knows my children by name. Plus, there is a nice playground out front for the kids to play on while I sit on a bench and read a book.

I've been there many, many times since its opening way back in the 1990s. What keeps me coming back? A very restful and quiet location, an airy, well-lit modern building, free parking, and a wonderfully friendly staff, are some of the reasons why. My only nit is the book collection could be larger if they had taller mid-room shelving (they don't even come up to your chest) , but compared to the tiny hole-in-the wall strip mall location the Marina library used to inhabit, everything is a HUGE improvement. They have at least 20 recently-upgraded PCs for internet use for up to an hour, but ask nicely and they'll give you more time. One previous reviewer gave a 1-star rating due to body odor from a bunch of homeless people but I can assure you I've been there HUNDREDS of times and NEV

Staff is very friendly and helpful. Location is beautiful. There are many programs including a family game night where they bring in new table top games to try out, movie nights, computer programming for kids, and many others. They also have a homework room with lots of school supplies to use.

One of my favorite libraries around. If they don’t have a book they can have it brought down from another library. Bugs kids section where my wife can get books for her 4th grade class. Large selection of dvds and audio books for road trips. Super friendly staff that are available to help you with any of your questions or concerns. Great hometown feel and a quiet place to read. Overlooks lock paddon park where you can also get out and walk around. Overall great place

Very disappointed. I’ve come on multiple occasions to get books or to do work in this library but it’s always come up as closed. I’ve checked the website multiple times to see if it’s open or not before I even leave my home/school. Whenever it’s stated open, I arrive thinking I got lucky that it’s finally open but only to see the “Closed,” sign AGAIN. Other than that, very peaceful and warm/welcoming environment.