Blount County Public Library

4.4 · 69 reviews
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Connor Vest
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2020-09-16 10:43

The facility is beautiful, the collection of books...

The facility is beautiful, the collection of books is expansive, and the staff is helpful. There's even a small cafe inside the library itself. The computers/internet are much better than I would have expected for a library. There are also a lot of events/classes/programs the library holds on a regu...

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Polly Jones
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2020-09-03 18:21

I was very disappointed in my Blount County Librar...

I was very disappointed in my Blount County Library as I attempted to utilize their service and check out a book for each of my 3 grandchildren who were visiting with me from Texas. I was told I could only pick 2 books!!! For real??? So who do I choose NOT to receive a book??? This was my first ...

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French Fry Guy
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2020-09-01 07:07

A nice clean library with an extensive video/audio...

A nice clean library with an extensive video/audio book room as well as a large children s area. Has several computers to use for library card holders. There s always some meeting or event going on here and even a dnd group that meets on Tuesday afternoons. Not the quietest library I ve been too but...

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Michaela Allen
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2020-08-15 10:52

Super cute, clean, and nice! There is plenty of se...

Super cute, clean, and nice! There is plenty of seating, even with COVID19 limits. Sit along a window and see a beautiful park and water fountain. Tables in the center of the building have built in outlets for long hours of homework. Parking is easy and free. I would definitely recommend going on a ...

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Anonymous
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2020-07-10 05:28

My 2 year olds favorite place. Very nice Children'...

My 2 year olds favorite place. Very nice Children's area with Events every month. All around clean and nicely located beside the greenway with lots to explore outside. One of the nicest libraries Iv ever been in. Coffee shop inside and easy application to get a card. We visit frequently

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HNGL MCCRNGLBRRY
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2020-07-07 18:34

First time to the library since moving to Maryvill...

First time to the library since moving to Maryville recently. The library is well organized, well kept, and well staffed. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The library has a great selection and a kids section I took my toddler too, where they have different toys and activities they can utiliz...

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Melody Johnson
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2020-07-04 04:15

A library sets the mood for me. The expression of ...

A library sets the mood for me. The expression of the culture and personality in a city. I move frequently and have resided in many states, uniquely diverse in each community. Blount County library is simply, perfect! Marvelous architecture, friendly staff, enormous selection and a coffee bar! What ...

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Josh J
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2020-07-01 09:02

Would give no stars if I could. Completely rude, ...

Would give no stars if I could. Completely rude, my 4 year old wanted to check out a book with my mother since and I was at work. They told her she couldn't get my daughter a card and the lady working there actually told my daughter ( who was talking to my mom) to be quiet while she was talking. S...

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Linda Miller
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2020-06-28 20:52

Beautiful building comfy chairs and internet acces...

Beautiful building comfy chairs and internet access all good. Most of the Staff are helpful and courteous. The book selection is massive.. Not so much with the audio book selection. There are a few that must have a hand phobia. It REALLY UPSETS me when the staff will not hand my card to me after I...

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Amanda Day
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2020-06-14 19:12

This library is 5 star for sure!

This library is 5 star for sure!
It is clean, staffed with wonderful people, and a very happening place. They host book signings, concerts, and went out of their way to work with the non profit group I am involved with, accomodating us to use their meeting rooms. They have multiple rooms to book fo...

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Bailey Kemper
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2020-06-04 05:07

This is a wonderful library with an amazing select...

This is a wonderful library with an amazing selection, however it seems to lack a friendly staff. Almost every time I've gone I've been dealt with someone who couldn't muster a smile or a single polite phrase. Despite this, the selection is fantastic. The DVD selection is a little less than great bu...

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S Martin
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2020-05-27 21:41

The facility is lovely and clean but the employees...

The facility is lovely and clean but the employees are SO LOUD!!! I've never been in a library where the employees talk in full volume or call to each other or on the phone within feet of the "quiet area". The conference rooms are open at the top so all that noise is radiating and people sit arou...

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gacha noob1012
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2020-05-26 07:27

I agree with other posts, the facility is awesome ...

I agree with other posts, the facility is awesome but some of the staff is beyond RUDE. The DVD selection leaves a lot to be desired. But, those that are helpful are SUPER helpful! Book selection is wonderful. I could stay in there all day if I only avoid the staff that is less than nice.

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phil sharp
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2020-05-26 04:17

The facilities are beautiful and the selection is ...

The facilities are beautiful and the selection is good. But the electronic changes are the absolute pits! I have been unable to renew materials on line nor have I even been able to review what we have due. The old system was very easy to use.

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Amber Nestor Gregory
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2020-03-23 14:11

My family is thankful for our beautiful library. I...

My family is thankful for our beautiful library. It is a blessing to our community, and an asset to our present and future generations. Now, more than ever, we must give thanks and show our support, especially after the closing of our only local bookstore in Oct. 2016: Hastings. Thank you to the int...

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Kaleb Davenport
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2020-02-26 15:31

Best library in TN!!! There are quiet places and o...

Best library in TN!!! There are quiet places and other places where exciting things are happening almost all the time. They have fantastic online learning programs and superb community involvement. The nerd group is great too. Saturdays at 2:45 in the boardroom. It is a blast!

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Stacey Bailey
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2020-02-25 03:10

the Genealogy ladies very nice but the lady at the...

the Genealogy ladies very nice but the lady at the back desk every hateful to you here it was my very first time ever here and I probably won't be back because of her so if you go the stay away from the reference deck in the back and from the old chubby lady with glasses she will be very hateful to ...

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Barry McManus
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2020-02-20 11:37

A splendid royal gift of a public library! If eve...

A splendid royal gift of a public library! If everyone only knew, there would be a packed house continually. All it lacks is a whisky bar. Maybe that s best, come to think of it. Wonderful building, wonderful staff, wonderful books! My favorite place!

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Kathleen Beman-Cope
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2020-02-16 01:31

I love the library, and I have never had anyone be...

I love the library, and I have never had anyone be rude to me, I was there on Saturday, October 11, 2014, trying to find info about getting a card, the lady was extremely helpful, and also in the reference department, the lady there tried to help me best she could, and direct me where to find someth...

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Donna Holloman
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2020-02-15 23:13

A big THANK YOU to ALL of the employees at our lib...

A big THANK YOU to ALL of the employees at our library! They have done so much to help their patrons during this Covid crisis! Finally opened their doors again to the public yesterday. I visited there today and was extremely impressed with the new layout, the self checkout, the cleanliness and the e...

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Maria Ingraham
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2020-01-26 00:05

I had to find a place to study for several hours w...

I had to find a place to study for several hours while traveling, and was so amazed by this library! Large windows, scenic views, tons of desk space and charging space, and even a coffee shop inside! I wish all libraries were built and maintained like this one.

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Kerri Cline
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2020-01-20 09:22

This library is so pretty. The staff always goes a...

This library is so pretty. The staff always goes above and beyond helping my child find books that are on his AR level for school and part of the correct genres for his list! We love visiting the library. They are always having fun kids activities and local events too!

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Jean Closz
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2020-01-19 14:22

Our library has had a long history of support from...

Our library has had a long history of support from the community through many decades that have seen at least four locations. Each move brought growth and more services. From a bookshelf shared by a ladies social group, to the Harper Memorial Library building, to the Blount County Public Library o...

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Sue Bragg
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2020-01-18 23:16

Since I moved to Blount Co. 45 years ago there hav...

Since I moved to Blount Co. 45 years ago there have been 3 libraries. I think it is wonderful that the library fills such an important part of our community that it keeps needing more space. I am thankful for the beautiful location we have now and the knowledgeable staff working there.

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Brandon Ward
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2020-01-09 01:48

It's a great place to be! Every staff member is aw...

It's a great place to be! Every staff member is awesome! The cafe is fantastic, the book selection is great and centralized, and the overall experience is just awesome!! Come out and enjoy many of the great activities, especially in the Kids' Area!!

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Richard Laney
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2020-01-06 22:43

This public library is the best library. I really ...

This public library is the best library. I really enjoyed checking out movies and books plus I can bring my laptop and relax and enjoyed the day. I even enjoyed the cafe in public library.... I really have it at best experience public library and the workers are very nice..

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Jen McCallum
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2020-01-04 10:16

The selection is okay but the staff is not very fr...

The selection is okay but the staff is not very friendly. Also if you want to have something placed on hold you have to pay a fee. This is one of the most ridiculous practices ever. I have lived in NC, SC, and OR in addition to TN and not one of the other states does anything like that. Because ...

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Hillary Wilson
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2020-01-02 07:01

It is a shame that the building is so beautiful, y...

It is a shame that the building is so beautiful, yet the staff is so rude. Each time I go in there, the people at the front desk are so hateful. They speak in a condescending tone. Also, to get a library card you basically have to give them your ID, your passport, your SS card, some mail, a stran...

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