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#6 of 7 Libraries in Arlington #6 of 8 Public libraries in ArlingtonLocalGuideWorld score: 4.54
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Quick facts
- What is the rating of Glencarlyn Library?
- Glencarlyn Library is rated 4.4 out of 5 based on 23 reviews.
- How does Glencarlyn Library rank in Arlington?
- Glencarlyn Library is #6 of 7 Libraries in Arlington by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
- Where is Glencarlyn Library located?
- 300 S Kensington St, Arlington, VA 22204, United States — 3.3 km from the center of Arlington.
- How can I contact Glencarlyn Library?
- Phone: +1 703-228-6548 · Website: library.arlingtonva.us
Please re-open this library soon! I’ve been visiting this lovely location for Over 20 years. It’s great for kids, seniors, and I’ll book lovers.
I’ve been going to this library for the past 31 years. I brought my sons to the Monday night story telling given by one of the librarians. The library is a haven for kids after school. There are a number of computers for all patrons to use. The surrounding gardens are maintained by master gardeners from the community. They also hold native plant sales, and every October is an October Fest that is very popular.
Odd little library, and not a free one, at that. Out back looks like one, but for gardeners only ... Odd cultures to me: entitled, judgemental, and kid focused, as play group and one room schoolhouse for preK, nursery, etc. Then some seniors and others (homeless? Gang wannabes, overPrivileged brats, etc) hanging around, when not out front smoking when I'm trying to breath at the entrance bench, repacking or waiting for it to open. Other times some are friendly and sociable. Open times vary according to day of the week, sometimes 10a sometimes 1p, and closing 9p or 5p, do check the app, and/or gMaps for when is which (perhaps witch is more apt like trick and/or treat?), like closed all day Sundays... Staff varies, mood and annoyances in public facing babysitting patrons, the computers and likely each other... YMMV
A good little nook to relax and read. They also have computers. Just be sure of their hours beforehand or you may wind up taking a nap in your car waiting for them to open 👍
The Arlington county library system is the best. Lots of little branches in the communities and a transfer system that allows them to operate like one large system. This branch is at the heart of our community, it is our hub, our school bus stop and our community center. I visit it everyday.
My children and I go to Glencarlyn after school to do homework. Their reward is free time on the kids PC that is usually always available, sometimes we have to wait for turns, but well worth the wait.
There are adult PC's for 30 minute and 60 minute use also.
When the weather is good, we go outside and enjoy the garden and gazebo as well as the play ground.😄
There are adult PC's for 30 minute and 60 minute use also.
When the weather is good, we go outside and enjoy the garden and gazebo as well as the play ground.😄
It is super convenient to have a library in my neighborhood! While this one is small they've had everything I needed and there are programs for kids, which my son loves.
I love this library! The staff are all wonderful, friendly and very helpful, the facility is well maintained, and the garden surrounding the building is a joy to walk through. It's in a residential area and very quiet and convenient. My one and only complaint is I wish they had more books, CD's and movies but they are always willing to search the system and have anything I want sent there from other branches. It's a great place to browse....also very kid friendly. I bring my grandchildren there and there are always other children using the computers or studying. I repeat....I love this library!
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