San Leandro Public Library Manor Branch

Small but nice library. They have plenty of tables to sit at. Too bad you must reside in San Leandro to obtain a free library card. As it is a small library it might not be worth to get a card here unless if you see a lot of books you like. Anyhow there are other public libraries that give cards to Alameda county residents free cards.

Pleasantly surprised with this library! I just wish the hours were open later! Comfortable chairs, big tables, lamp, free wifi (have my own laptop).
I’m a medical student that just needs a place to study, so I can’t comment on the book selection.
Note: wear your shoes LOL, I was sitting with my Nikes off and my feet (with socks) resting on the ground when I was interrupted with a «We require shoes on at all times». It’s a good thing but a bit overly anal, in my opinion. My socked foot on the ground vs the crap people bring in on the bottom of their shoes. Come on… I’m going to sit here 6 hours like a log and study. Lemme LIVE!
Coffee in my mug & water bottle seems alright, even though the sign states no food or drink.
Happy studying :)

Best library out of all the San Leandro public libraries.
Good exterior and interior design. Gives it a calm, peaceful, and comfortable feeling.
Inside there are two study rooms, with two computers and a table. You walk in any time to use it and have a quite, little space to work. However, keep in mind that people can walk in and use it as well. It’s not all to you own, unless you book ahead of time. Call the library and tell them you want to book a study room and when you arrive, they will have a paper posted on one of the rooms with your name on it. Reserved just for you.
The books in the Manor Branch aren’t as plentiful as the Main branch, but you can always tell them to transfer it over. I personally find the Main branch to be less comfortable, but they do have a wide variety of book selections.

Awesome service at the library yesterday!
I called the library on my way home from work just to see if they had a book I was looking for, and they did.
Once I got to the library, I went to get a replacement card and Librarian already had the book I wanted at the front desk. Awesome service, I did not ask her to do this.

Nice & quiet and not as crowded as the main library, my daughter loves the children’s area!

It’s a decent place to go when you need to use their resources. They have books, study rooms, comfy seats, and computers to use. I used to come here all the time to study, but it gets really cold (the AC seems to be running all the time) and loud at times. Since it’s near all of the public schools, there are a lot of kids running around in here after school lets out which can get really noisy.
As for the staff, they don’t seem like the friendliest bunch, but they are helpful when you need them. Overall, they do their job.

this place is small, but has great lighting. if you manage to find a table you can study/​read for hours. Once again it is small, but a cozy library. I’m definitely a fan, this place feels more like home than the main branch.

The books are available to the public, but if you want to use the internet – they want you to pay $ 60 for a «PUBLIC LIBRARY CARD».
I think this should be labeled as a private library or a business – if they’re going to charge you computer access. What a scam.

I remember when the Manor Branch was still being built a few years ago. On a small main street in the neighborhoods on San Leandro, I wondered what was being constructed next to the Porky’s Pizza. To my surprise, it turned out to be brand spankin new library! I believe there are elementary and middle schools just a few blocks away, so there are always groups of students at the Manor Branch after school any given day… some like to just hang out outside. I’m sure those kids told their parents that they’re «studying at the library.» I’ve only borrowed books from there a few times. It’s very small but because it was new, it was very inviting and clean. If you’re looking for specific literature, they may not have it because the stacks are limited. You may need to hold the book through reservation or just go to the SL Main Branch.

If I’m in the area I would go back to study or just read.
This a mall but great library. It as studying rooms for groups, tables with outlets, great lighting.
The only reason why it doesn’t get 5 stars is because the opening hours are too late.
I’m not that old but I appreciate libraries. I found my passion for learning in a library when I was growing up. I love the smell of books. I wish more children knew the importance of libraries.
If they were to open at like 10am that would be perfect, i saw a lot of elderly people waiting for them to open, I’m sure if it was open earlier they would take advantage of it.

Cute, quaint, friendly hometown library.
I enjoy the cozy feeling this library offers. This place was recently renovated and has such style, which is visibly seen from the outside. There isn’t much parking available as this is a neighborhood library.
I like that I can count on finding a spot to read or chill on the computer. The times I have been here, I’ve never had a problem with noise or having to wait to use the computer. The use of computers is free for San Leandro residents. If you live in another city there will be a fee. A time limit of 90 minutes is placed on computer use, per person, per day.
Of all the libraries in this city, this one is the best!

Beautiful library. great selection of books, free wifi (first come first serve), and first 10 pages for printing are free. However, If you are not a resident of San Leandro there is a small fee. Ill be back to get my read on soon.

Nice, new, clean manor library branch. I’ve been here a few times to just hang out and tap away at the keyboard during the day. The furniture is still fairly new, and quite honestly anything beats that house that used to sit on this property and call itself a library.
Lots of windows for light. Free wi-​fi if you’re a card carrying member. Only bad part about the interwebz though is that it’s slow. Last time I checked, you also get 10 pages free to print a day, afterwards it’s maybe 10 – 11 cents per page.
The hours are a little ridiculous though, I’ve been here a few times expecting it to be open and leaving disappointed. So always check ahead.

I live pretty close here and on occasion I come here after work from the Bart station. The seating is comfortable and they have pretty extensive selection of books, movies and music. The place is also kept very clean and organized.
There is a café right next to it and occasionally sit out there to have coffee.

It’s really nice to be able to sit down and just read. The library is about two or three minutes from home so it’s a great place to have some quiet time whenever finals roll around.

This is a nice, newer, modern library in the Manor area. They have a pretty decent variety and selection of books. It’s pretty easy to find a book that suits your interest when going there. The technology availability is pretty up to date. I tried to fax some papers a while back though. They didn’t have a fax machine.
I don’t like the staff that much. They come off a little rude to me and can be unhelpful. This is a good library to go to, as long as you don’t need much assistance.

The best library because:
— comfortable seating area
— great place to cool off and hang out when its hot
— lots lots of great DVD selections
— wonderful selections of great books
This place is for the sophisticated~ so boo on u if u don’t know how to enjoy it

I cannot believe that nobody has reviewed this location. For the last 3 years My wife and I have been taking our kids to this location because they offered after school homework programs for different age levels for the kids. The tutors that they have are Awesome!!! Sara my 12 yr old was shy at first and didn’t want to participate but Loanne Hill who is totally awesome… She has helped my daughters so much with their programs they offer. Sara was also enrolled in a reading program… For starters it helped Sara open up with other kids her age and be more social and open up.
Sofia as well took advantage of this option and the reading programs for 2^nd 5 graders were awesome. It’s great to see kids read and have that motivation to learn. They are straight A students at the moment and have great reading skills and we cannot thank nobody else but this location for that.
The tutors are great!!! Or were great because the city cut the program due to city financial problems and had to cut programs.
The Staff there is awesome and very respectful and professional. The make sure that kids there also respect the rules and don’t let the kids get too loud and makes sure there is no goofing around.
This is a small branch compared to the main library but we love it there. It’s smaller and very intimate and quiet too. Since we don’t live in the City of San Leandro we have to pay a $ 50.00 nonresident fee to have access to that library. If you saw the San Lorenzo Public library you would do the same. If you are in the area this is a cool place to take your kids to read and use the computers.
They are next door to Porky’s Pizza and after a long day of reading you have the right place to eat when you are done.
(unfortunately, they no longer offer the after school program due to budget cuts)

Getting to Manor Library is a bit of a pain. You have to turn on a crazy street and mosey on down several sides streets. It’s hidden for the local community’s use. The library is newly developed and shows it through the architecture. This isn’t the biggest library and you probably won’t find the exact book you’re looking for; except, they do have a good «new» section. There are private rooms and wifi as well. Seating gets swooped up fast so get here early.
Manor isn’t affiliated with the Alameda County Library System so you’d better be a resident, employee, or full time student.

Definitely a huge improvement from the old branch.
Love the fact that they have free Wifi here. I can sit there for hours doing random things online and pulling books that i want to check out.
I think the children’s area will be better if it was bigger.
Hate how all the rowdy kids come here after school to hang out… you can hear the librarians go «SHHHHH!!!» every 5 seconds…