Chicago Public Library – Dunning Branch

Nice hidden location with parking. Mostly like to request books to this location and just pick them up. They have a good veriety of paces to Chicago attractions for free.

This is a relatively new library. It’s a nice space but somewhat small. If you want a quiet space, DO NOT come here after the school next door let’s out. Many of the kids are here to socialize rather than study. Even though the staff is nice and helpful, they were ineffective in controlling the noise level of the kids.

Cute little library with a nice selection of books to choose from. There was a fight between a blind man and another gentleman over a computer, but that was quickly resolved and they ended up shaking hands. The staff was really friendly and the building is very modern and clean.

This is the loudest library I have EVER been in. I went on a Saturday afternoon to study for an upcoming test and I could not believe the noise inside. People, including the librarians, made no effort to whisper, and spoke in normal volumes. One lady was letting her kid run around the library screaming, and no one said a word. Studying at home with my two dogs would have been more peaceful and quiet.
This library is also very small compared to most others I’ve been to.

I’m on a quest to visit every branch of the Chicago Public Library system.
Beautifuuuul. I had seen the rendered images online, but when I actually stepped up to the building I was still thoroughly impressed. The building is beautiful and modern. Though I visited on a Saturday, there was a steady stream of people going in and out of this branch while I was trying to get a decent picture of myself in front of this gorgeous library. This library’s so new it still smells like construction when you walk inside. The books look completely fresh, and the cases for the DVDs are unscratched! The branch was quiet, comfortable and plenty of open computers (could be because it was Saturday). It seems like this would be a great place to look for museum passes, hardly any of them were checked out! On the inside, this library’s smaller than I expected, but there are enough materials to keep you busy and it’s quiet enough to get work done.