This library has the best community and librarians. I am currently sitting in the same library in a work room they created after the tornado. My family and I lost power and water, and having this library was a huge blessing. They have given everything they have to offer to make everyone comfortable and have somewhere to work. They have free coffee, tea, and set up tables with power cords and chairs. They used the space they had to help all the people without power. They also provided us with water bottles, and check on everyone making sure we don't need anything. I have been given candy, popsicles have been offered. A librarian saw I needed headphones and gave them to me without asking. I love this library so much. Thank you to all of the librarians and volunteers working here when people...
Read moreThis is my favorite library in the Grand Rapids area. It may not win on square footage, but it has a great selection (and access to anything in the KDL as well as a few other similar sources) and friendly staff. Inside is a children's area, some quiet study areas, and a used bookstore with regularly rotating books. Periodic book sales are a great way to improve your own book collection as well as help to fund the library and the children's programs they put on from time to time. My only complaint is that during the summer they're not open on Sundays. Hardly a deal-breaker, especially when the drive-up return allows after-hours return...
Read moreFor the past 6 months I have spent just about every day in the Cascade Library. Working on very important studies that ultimately ended in my passing my Exam. Everyone absolutely everyone here is the most helpful and amazing friends I have met. The library is cheerful and a great resource for young and old the like to enjoy and utilize the resources. They even have coffee for a $1 too! Now as I venture on my life’s journey to Alexandria, LA as a new District Sales Manager for a major automotive company, I will always remember my friends here at the Cascade Library.
Trisha, Cody, Scott, Sara, Neil, Molly and the entire staff, your...
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