I miss the Cafe that used to be there. It was great.
Not that it's Tigard Library's fault (at least hopefully not), but the removal of Literary Cafe from their lobby is a major loss to the library's overall quality and appeal. Local, organic, sustainably sourced foods and coffees were hand prepared, brewed and cooked daily, at sensible prices for all library patrons. These owners fed the homeless, gave rides to late high school students, offered water to thirsty dogs tied up outside, and were generally wonderfully generous people. These owners were then offered a laughably unfair contract by the City of Tigard that no one in their right mind would accept, and they rightfully didn't.
The library itself is good. However, a 2 hr max reservation time for their study rooms is very short when college courseloads typically require long, sustained timeblocks to absorb more complex material. They have great book, video, and magazine selections, though, and a nice, roomy ambience (the funky smell in the quiet room isn't appealing, though).
The Tigard Oregon Library is an absolute oasis in this busy little city. I adore this library. Wish all libraries had to live up to Tigards standards. Kudos to all the wonderful people who make this lovely place so special.
Please, when it's in the 50's you still need to turn on the heat. Also, please turn on the AC when it's 90°F. Sometimes I don't go to this library when I really want to because I KNOW I will be really uncomfortable if it isn't 70°F out.
Tangent over...
Fantastic in all aspects but temperature. It is always too hot or too cold. The other day I went and everyone had jackets on, a large portion had hats on as well. I was so freezing cold that I had to put on gloves in April.
They have excellent staff!!!
When you think of libraries, it is natural to think of books. But this library represents much more to the community. It's patrons, both young and old, seem to appreciate it as a meeting place for small groups, a place to relax and collect your thoughts before business meetings. Some tend to focus on researching various subjects. Their collection of videos is wonderful and serves an active pool of movies fans. The library is set in a picturesque setting that is especially lovely during the spring, summer and autumn months. One can enjoy your visits outside of the library by adding short walks along the many paths surrounding the library. All in all, the library in Tigard provides many reasons to enjoy a visit besides just to borrow a book.
Tigard Public Library is a US Library based in Tigard, Oregon. Tigard Public Library is located at 13500 SW Hall Blvd, Tigard, OR 97223, USA.
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