Harmon Library — Attraction in Phoenix

I was just thinking about the security guard that works on Friday and Saturday at Harmon library. Every time I go there he gives me a hard time. I think it's because I am a black man with dreads. On Friday we were waiting for a party in the park to celebrate my mother's birthday party. Had a permit for alcohol and I was waiting to set up in the park her party. He walked out and said I was not allowed in the library for 6 months and we were getting ready to set up a party for my mother's birthday. And we had a city permit to have alcohol. Not sure what his problem is but he let's people in that smoke drugs, but I not allowed because of my mother day party, when we were about to set up because I had a beer in my had. Racist and racial profile to the maxs. I going to city hold and put out a complaint on how he treats people of color I served this country in the military and am a veteran, but I never been treated this way in a public place but...

Fantastic Library with Amazing Staff

I absolutely love coming to this library! The staff here are incredibly kind, respectful, and always ready to help with any questions or needs. Whether you need assistance or just have a quick question , they go out of their way to provide support. I regularly come here to print out my college assignments, and while there's a cash requirement for printing (quarters, nickels, and dimes only), it’s 100% worth it. The environment is always calm and welcoming, making it a great place to focus and get things done. A big thank you to everyone working here for creating such a positive and...

They charge for printing, which is fine I guess if you're not a homeless person with no money, but they only accept cash, namely coins. Who carries cash anymore, let alone coins?! Stupid. Other branches of Phoenix libraries accept cards, but not this one. So annoying and could really pose a barrier to those who don't have any money but need to print important things. I'm lucky I can just go elsewhere and pay to print things, but I feel awful for others...