Parma Heights Branch — Attraction in Parma Heights

This library branch building dates back to 1963 and boasts what was then considered to be a cutting-edge look: a circular, windowless brick base that's literally crowned by an angular roof that lets in natural light through zig-zagged openings.

Inside, the layout reflects the buidling's unique shape, with most everything out in the open, whether computer terminals, staff desks, study desks, or shelves that are arranged in radiating fashion from the center. There are meeting and study rooms on the perimeter of the building.

While perhaps older and smaller than newer, blingier, more well-equiped county library branches, this one still offers plenty of resources and staffing. A vital...

This is the most noisy library I've ever been to. I am in the back of the library and I can hear every single word and cackle. The reason for the review is because I took a phone call in entryway (outside the sliding doors, so mostly already outside) and was quickly approached by a worker to move because they could hear me. It was a very lengthy request also. I thought it was fair enough to say something, but unnecessary to be so lengthy since I've heard her A LOT while being here...

since I starting going to this branch three years ago I have loved this library. as the reviews have stated the staff (and I have gotten to know almost all of them) are very nice, kind, and knowledgeable and helpful. I love this branch and am looking forward to the new library when it opens on Dec.27th or thereabout. the manager and staff are very...