Canton Public Library

This little library is always bustling. I haven’t spent too much time inside as usually I reserve a book online and then run it to get it off the hold shelf. I’ve tried to check out e-​books on my iPad but it seemed really complicated and by the time I thought I had figured it out, it said all the e-​books I wanted were already at their max check out limit. I don’t know how that can be if it’s an e-​book. I could have been doing it wrong but that was my experience.

I have been coming to the library for the past 2 weeks as I needed a space with wifi to study, I love it. Nice sofas, computer lab, children section with a lot of activities, friendly staff. The only down side is that they don’t have fresh coffee, only coffee and vending machines. I will definitely check their book selection and bring my daughter in the future!

This library has so much to offer. Wide variety of books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs, and more. I always end up checking out more than I intend to. They are very community based and offer free classes and a bookstore. Staff is friendly, the place is organized, spacious, and clean, and hours are good. The area for children is SUPER fun and big!
When I stopped in today, there were people tutoring, working on projects and puzzles, learning languages, reading, and on the computer.

It is your run-​of-​the-​mill middle class town library. Nothing great, fancy, or special about it. Better than some, but not awesome. They got rid of the coffee shop so that is a downer. They don’t have anything beyond trivial novels and popular books. It is a bad place to do any kind of serious research. With that said, it is a cool (air conditioned), safe, quiet place with wifi and tables. So, if need a place to do personal that doesn’t require research it is a decent choice.

This is a very nice library.
I grew up in Canton, so maybe I’m partial, however as an avid reader and lover of libraries, I feel pretty confident saying this one is pretty great.
What I like, big computer work stations and print centers (for those times you run out of ink or just don’t want to waste yours) what makes it even more awesome is unlike many libraries I’ve visited anyone can log on no card required or password, also to print simply purchase a card from machine for 50 cents and load money onto it and your good to go. Easy peasey nice and easy! Gotta like that.
This library is a nice size but not overwhelmingly. Easy to find materials and good spots to sit and relax and enjoy a book.
The library also has a super good resale book shop that is fun to rummage through and on the cheap cheap. The staff is great, friendly and very helpful.
Ample parking as well. One thing I was sad to see is the coffee house Jungle Java is no longer there which is a bummer! More then likely due to not enough business, so come on people visit your library more often it’s an invaluable service to the community.

It can get pretty busy but overall, a very nice library!

I’ve lived in Canton for almost two decades, and CPL is one of my favorite places… ever.
Let me explain —
I’ve watched this library double in size, watched murals painted on its walls, art installations make their tentative debut and become beloved landmarks within the library. I remember being amazed by the fact that I could basically LIVE IN THE LIBRARY when Jungle Java opened (I think I was in elementary school… Books galore, comfy couches everywhere, and now sustenance? Perfect.)
I can confidently say that I owe at least 40% of my current vocabulary — and love efor reading physical bools — to this library. I spent countless hours reading paperback fantasies in the kids, and later the ~*~cool~*~ teen sections. I watched the manga/​graphic novel selection grow (on the suggestion of preteen fans like me when I was in that phase…) to one of the most comprehensive in metro Detroit libraries. When I started studying for standardized tests, I’s rush to the «quiet rooms» for some solace. The ample tables and computer stations are perfect places for tutoring and group study sessions.
The point of all this nostalgia is that CPL has constantly grown and changed within the community it serves.
More objectively — the receptionists are lovely and always helpful (many of them are volunteers!). Online renewal systems and catalog are easy to understand and navigate… and CPL is well connected to the MEL — even if a title isn’t available at the library, you can request it!
The programming the library provides for patrons is awesome and consistent… The summer reading programs are well structured and kids get their pick free (often new) books at the end as a prize! The library is also well-​connected to community and schools, providing tutoring and tech training. Also, there’s a whole tech/​media station with copy/​printer/​fax machines for a small fee.
And I can’t write a review without waxing lyrical about the Secondhand Book Store in the back of the library… it’s such a well-​kept secret. I have gotten nearly new organic chemistry textbooks for $ 1 here (a boon to college students!!)
Most of the so-​so reviews here focus on how the library isn’t as flashy or «modern» as others. I’d respond with the fact that Canton is a dynamically diverse township — I may be a little starry-​eyed, but I don’t think a library has to be flashy or super tech savvy or provide every single amenity to be stellar.
CPL is a wonderful learning, growing, meeting, and of course reading place and has always had its focus on patrons. In a quickly changing community, these open spaces are so precious and integral to so many generations in the area. I’ve always been impressed by the staff’s dedication — and it shows!
Thanks for all you do and have done, CPL. What you do and represent is so important!

While it’s nice, it’s not the greatest library I’ve been in. I really consider this review a 3.5 for the following reasons:
A lot of parking. Staff park in back.
A coffee shop. It will be nice to get a drink and or sandwich/​snack and sit and read.
They have a great used book shop that is open almost every day! Really cool!
They appear to have a lot of programs for residents and kids. I will probably check them out.
I really thought the inside was ok. They have a nice computer lab with a lot of computers.
They have a lot of desks for studying and/​or reading, but not a lot of seating along the windows outside…
Very institutional lighting.
Other than the desingated «quiet rooms» it seems to be quite loud.
Don’t get me wrong. Im sure I’ll be back a lot, but for what they touted it to be, and for all the accolades and recent construction, I just thought it to be ok.
P.S… If you are looking for foreign magazines it appears this is the place to go.

I don’t see what the big deal is about this library. It reminds me of your typical high school library, with the old (Ford) Dearborn style clocks attached to the walls. Low ceilings with the old 90’s office type tiles on them. Free wifi though, which is nice since I barely get a signal with t-​mobile in here. Juice & sandwich bar up front, small gas fireplace in the «back». 3 out of 5 stars… Not that impressed for being 2014.

if you have kids and you don’t have a library this great near you, I feel sorry you. Honest to goodness pity. I would tilt my head, and maybe put my hand on your shoulder and say ‘Oh my, really? Oh dear. I’m so sorry. What a tragedy. How do you go on?’ and I wouldn’t even say it sarcastically.
Here are the things I have done or am planing to do with my kids this month at the library: Dancing, watch a bat show, watch Native American dancers, storytime, and reading to dogs. All for free (well, I live in Canton, so I pay taxes, so instead I will call it ‘prepaid’ Ha!) The kids love all of them. When I ask them where they want to go on the weekend, the first vote is always for the beach, but the SECOND vote is usually for the library. (you didn’t really expect a library to beat out the beach now did you?) They check out huge stacks of books, I check out some new cookbooks and we all go home happy, only to do it all again next week!

Local to where I live — this is the best Library around. I actually drive on occasion still — to come out to this location. It is a very inviting atmosphere. Large and spacious. Quiet due in part to that as you are not on top of each other or crowded into a confined area.
They have a nice selection of books. Excellent kids area that might be the size of some library’s in itself. They even have a coffee joint onsite which — although not huge — does add to the atmosphere. There is also computer, internet, printing access onsite.
I think my only negative is I have felt the staff in there are a bit like the hardcore librarian you might have seen on the Seinfeld episode. I have been hassled a few times. It is not so much the premise, but how the staff handle it. Best example I can give — getting hassled over a 10 cent late feel. Yes — I said 10 cents. That was still being tracked from years ago on me (I had moved out of the community). Not to mention the lady was a snob about it. But hey — I guess everyone has a job to do.
Otherwise — I can’t complain and would certainly recommend.

Okay, I have to give the Canton Public Library a five because:
1.Free wi-​fi
2.Great artwork everywhere
3.Beautiful inside and out
4.Awesome Librarian Jeanine is so enthusiastic and friendly!
5.You get a choice of colors for your library card: aqua, navy or orange.
Plus you get a keychain tab!
6.Perfect interior temperature
7. Can print anything from you lap top computer by using their services. Small fee to set up and you are good to go!
Next, I will check out the racks!

Cut up your Blockbuster card, leave behind your resentful attitude about whatever the hell Qwister was and come as fast as you can to the Canton Public Library. Never pay for a movie again, this library has everything you want and what they don’t have can be checked out using the MEL system (make sure to ask a librarian if you don’t know what it is). The books, CDs and audiobooks are all here too. Computers abound (with no time limit) as does the free wifi (again without time limit). And a fantastic and friendly staff are always here to answer any questions you have. Which leaves me with one question for you. Why aren’t you here yet?!

I love going to this library! It’s very big so it has a large selection of everything. You can also rent DVDs, Tapes, Cd’s and Video Games there as well as Books and Audio Books. There is also a Café inside.