St. Petersburg College Tarpon Springs Campus Library — Local services in Tarpon Springs

I really needed a place to study today. I walked to the very back to use a desktop computer. I could hear people talking in above normal tones. I thought maybe it was only two people being inconsiderate. No, the staff at the front was loudly conversing with someone, who was not even there to study or tutor, just to chat. I let another staff member know I was there to study, I went to a place far in the back and this was the loudest "library" I have ever been to. He said, "oh this is a talking library-that's just how it is". He proceeded to tell me how I could "rent" a room. I asked how that worked. He showed me a handful of rooms that do not have a desktop computer, which I need. This has been a complete waste of my time today, and it is very rude for those who need a quiet place to study with a provided computer. I do not recommend this so-called library. If it is a "talking library" then the name needs changed to a cafe so people can socialize. Wait, there is a place called the...

The library for the St. Petersburg College is full of educational developmental programs, that is why it may be seen as a tad noisy, because tutor sessions are being held within the library in an open space. However overall is it a wonderful place to receive held, relax and study, right next to it is the Leepa Rattner Museum of Art for which it is free for the students, and is a wonderful place to relax and look back on the topics covered in class and during study sessions, not only that but the art exhibit changes every 3 to 4 months and is a very beautiful...

This is a very well stocked and well equipped library. The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. There are plenty of computers and resources for a variety of subject areas. The furniture is comfy and the lighting and atmosphere are pleasant and energizing. It might not be a great place to research or study if you are noise sensitive or easily distracted because there is a lot going on here in terms of services provided for staff and students, however with noise cancelling headphones I was able to look up and read what I needed...