Corte Madera Library - Corte Madera, California

Sunny L.

One of the best libraries in the county. I was able to pick up books once I called in to confirm the day I will come by. Courteous staffs and easy to park. There’s outdoor benches to the East side of the building for folks could get free WiFi access and use their laptops. Always have an interesting item from the past displayed on the table outside to question your cultural knowledge.

Before Covid/SIP: I was able to get prompt help from staffs. They seem to have a multiple copies of popular books and some of those are only available to check out in person (instead of placing a hold).

A good size teen area where my teenagers could play card games after school.
Now there are about 4 benches in the outdoor garden area with free WiFi connection, so I often see a few folks taken a seat in the courtyard for hours at a time.

If you have material placed a hold to pick up at this library, you must call to make an appointment to pick up.

Meredith M.

This library is great. It has such a large and inviting children’s room and wonderful programming! Many people use this location for work and enjoyment. The library is an amazing resource!

Wong F.

I have no issues with the staff, the collection in the library, nor the service. My complaint is the physical condition of the premises, specifically the washroom. The stall I had to use has a window to the outside and looks like it is used as storage. Less than ideal for a washroom used by the public. Other than that, a fine library.

Keith M.

The Corte Madera library has always had one of the smaller but most interesting DVD collections. Their graphic novel selection is equally impressive. And it is a great place to read magazines. While nowhere near as large as the county library's collection, there are also a good number of audio books available.

Ian R.

I often use the Corte Madera to look up interesting designs that were part of the Arte Deco and Post Modern period. If they don’t have what I’m looking for they have the item(s) sent from another library. In 24 hours I’m notified the items have arrived.Terrific service!

Gamers I.

A Corte Madera gem, that's for sure. But the staff there seem to be preoccupied and occasionally you can get someone who is particularly nasty at the check out desk. I was missing my library card and they said they needed ID, (which has never happened before) and I didn't happen to carry any with me, since I'm under 16 and don't have a driver's license, so they declined my book checkout. Other than that, great selection of books.

Sal P.

Library and staff are great.... too bad the smelly, stinky, loud marin patrons ruin the experience. Never fails each time im there you patrons riek- people please bathe yourselves and wear deodorant its not 1960 anymore.

Mark M.

I love this library! Easy access from fwy and good parking make it so easy to use. Friendly staff and a good selection of books, not huge.
I often requests books from Marinnet online and then pick them up here.