Ovitt Family Community Library — Restaurant in Ontario

I recently took my oldest to the library for the first time yesterday and we were both delighted. The dear lady in the children’s section couldn’t have treated my child better than if A. (my child) had been her own; she took A. on a special tour of the section and showed A. all the wonderful different resources available to A., and was incredibly helpful in recommending books she knew A. would be interested in. A. was very excited to get A.‘s own library card and the lady in the main section was incredibly sweet in how she spoke directly to A. and asked A. questions about what A.‘s interested in and how the library can serve those interests. We left with A. feeling so excited and empowered about using such a great resource and being able to develop them in a friendly, encouraging environment. As a parent, I was thrilled to see my child growing and getting excited about learning for learning’s sake, which I think is so critical for personal development and good societal health and engagement. It was a great day and a...

Love this place. Even though I’ve only been a couple of times But most importantly, PARK AT THE NEARBY PARKING LOT. Not from D street where google maps to tell you since that’s mostly for city official employees. It’s also incredibly small parking lot there and hard to navigate. Go to this: 127 E C St, Ontario, CA 91764 ; Location instead. This library has audio cds, bundles oof books for sale of amazingly cheap prices, many kids events, adult club meetings/events, specific section for teens and a whole middle library blocked off on the main/ 2nd floor for the children. When I mean blocked off, it’s basically glass doors enclosure so probably kids can be louder but won’t disturb other guests. The adult and reference section is down the spiral staircase below. Amazing section and...

Walking in, I was greeted with a display by Yarntario, the local knitting group, and to my right, a flyer celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month. They immediately established the space as one of warmth and community.

Further in, desks were dotted throughout and a dedicated area with computer stations. A room off to one side offered printing services. Restrooms were clean and accessible. Genuinely such a safe, calm, relaxing environment to study and learn in.

The process for obtaining a library card was really smooth as well— I got mine as a spur of the moment decision and all I needed was my photo ID with my address. The librarians at the circulation desk were beyond patient and helpful, and that was with them running...