Suggestions for Library near Simi Valley

Nora R. • June 1, 2016They have a area for picnics with tables and trees,very relaxing and be prepared for lots of walking at least 2 hours to visit all of the exhibits

Michelle M. • June 12, 2014Excellent little bookstore inside with great finds!!

Kirit S. • February 16, 2016So happy to support one of the greatest libraries in the World!

Kevin D. • May 8, 2010The brand new Calabasas Civic Center crown jewel is the Calabasas Library. In a day and age when the public library is an endangered species, Calabasas Library is everything a library today should be

Maurice S. • May 5, 2014Go to the back next to the adult section books for a stronger wifi.

Ninette S. • December 24, 2013Gorgeous "destination" library! Beautiful architecture, precious children's area, reading nook w/unique mosaic wall, adjoined coffee shop, Friends of the Library used bookstore... not to be missed!

Drew Q. • May 24, 2010Best free fast internet. Its always not busy here very nice from the packed Sherman Oaks Branch.

Missy R. • August 20, 2013Check out the Book Cellar on Saturdays. Voted top used bookstore by LA Weekly 3 years on a row! Great bargains on books, DVDs, videos, books on tape and more! Donations are tax deductible.

Courtney M. • February 23, 2017Beautiful library with extremely helpful staff!

Theresa G. • June 7, 2013Nice small bookstore. Fantastic book sale held a few times a year. Get here early for the best selection, or come late Saturday for Dollar bag sales.

Garrick • October 17, 2011Don't miss the many lectures and seminars presented by this outstanding public library. Very well-organized new/featured book areas; the librarians make consistently relevant and interesting choices.

Nico P. • June 17, 2023"Truly magical place. Extensive collection of books and the comfy reading desks and nooks in the bright, beautifully renovated Children’s Library, there’s a separate, enclosed play area"

Elizabeth B. • September 5, 2013Reads an average of 2-3 books a week, so this library is a treasure for me!!!

Jennifer • October 15, 2014One of the most beautiful libraries in LA. Grab a book and take a seat by the picture window.

Steve P. • March 23, 2009Spend an afternoon at Brand Library, one of the best arts libraries around. Great selection of CD's here. As a bonus, hike the surrounding trails and find Mr. Brand's grave.

Lauren L. • May 29, 2013Free parking validation for the lot across from the pharmacy under the library. They don't validate the tickets from the other lots in the area!

Larry P. • December 28, 2016Awesome library! I was greeted by staff as soon as I arrived. Maria and crew were very helpful. It was nice, clean, and bright. Great services everything you would want from a library!

Lani • June 7, 2010The very active Friends of the Library have regular book sales, just had one 5 June 2010. great deals and if you are looking to unload a few books the book drop off for the friends is in the back.

Isaac M. • February 9, 2012Coolest library in Los Angeles, huge selection on books, movies, documentaries, tv series, music, etc. There's also a Panda Express in here!

Jonathan K. • December 5, 2014Easily the best neighborhood library I've been to in LA.

Katherine C. • September 2, 2016Pretty impressive! Highlight of the library tour. Longer queue if you want a picture taken.

Matt C. • May 23, 2010Nice little neighborhood library that transfers books across the library system. Wifi has gone out on windy days though.

Danielle N. K. • March 8, 2011The botanical gardens are expansive with incredibly diverse specimens and great attention to color and composition throughout the landscape. Library's "Beautiful Science" exhibition is a new favorite.