Oakville Public Library - Glen Abbey Branch

I haven't been to this place since I was a kid. But hey! I use to enjoy their books. So 5 stars for the memories.

Awesome library, great facilities including fantastic options for kids.

Great library service. Easy and fast registration

HORRIBLE branch. AVOID. This is a library? It's noisier here than Union Station! Between the non-stop, loud talking by both staff and patrons with absolutely no discretion or sense of tact, the kids singing classes and the bizarre heating / air conditioning which sounds like a volcano about to erupt, it's impossible to get any work done or read in peace. Little children are permitted to run around screaming and crying with utterly no discipline and many inconsiderate people conduct rude personal cell phone conversations -- the last thing someone trying to do work wants to hear. Two attempts to work here have both failed and I'll stick with the downtown Centennial branch which is an actual library.

OK library. Not a lot of queer representations, if you’re looking for art related books I would say move on. Not a lot of selections for mature French books. Other than that the community is very rude. Layout is another thing. “Quiet” rooms are beside the kids area. Parents and guardians don’t know when to shut their kids up. Hard to study here. Teenagers are always obnoxiously gossiping. Go to a different branch :)

Always very helpful staff. Pleasant atmosphere. Lots of parking. This library is also connected to a community centre, so there are quite a few things to enjoy.

Very organized, It doesn't have a lot of good books in my opinion. However its great, I'd recommend going to there a lot.

This review is specifically about the Glen Abbey branch of OPL. The facility was recently renovated and the new look is very clean, bright and functional. What's not new and thankfully so that the staff are really pleasant, helpful and knowledgeable!! A great place for kids and adults alike. Several quiet study tables, collaboration rooms and comfy reading couches.

It's a good library. The staff seem quite friendly. My reason for three stars is that it can be hard to find a truly quiet place to do work or study as kids frequently run around and scream (As some already said). Overall, not bad.

Great place for remote working. Theres a variety of spaces set up including small workstations with outlets and sound isolation. The collaboration room is good for remote meetings with headphones as it's quiet but you're able to speak. Lots of highschool kids come during the day so it's a bit hit or miss if you'll end up with some noise, kids making out, or just silence.