Lisle's community library is impressive, considering that you can search for books, renew existing books, and place requests from the comfort of your own home computer. They send out electronic reminders when your books are nearing their due dates, which are usually quite helpful.
Their overall book selection is impressive, but a little dated. The computer/IT section is decidedly outdated, but it seems like they're trying to maintain current books as well. The AV room blew me away with its selection of cds and dvds for "rental." Every month, it seems like they get at least a dozen new books and dvds-- impressive by any standard.
Atmosphere-wise, it is sorely lacking. There's no coffee cart, and the overall decor reeks of the early 1970s. Natural lighting is at a minimum, and chairs/tables remind me of a junior high homeroom. With a little work and renovation, the Lisle library could be quite the reader's destination. But for now, I'll take my book and read at home.
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