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Love the Oside Library

I absolutely love the Oceanside library on civic center, and have for many many years ! The fountains are phenomenal and I stop and appreciate the beautiful view and the bustling life, including the seagulls and pigeons!! Upon entering the building being met by courteous, kind security guards is a welcoming sight. I use the library for researching and checking out books

I utilize the computer services for printing. I am able to place a hold on books if all copies are in use, or go to the mission branch and pick up my selection there in some cases. The staff has always been extremely helpful @ the civic center location. I unfortunately have a fee due for a damaged book that I wasn’t able to return and one of the staff members have allowed me to check out books, most have denied me. But those that have showed me that kindness have done man amazing favor that words can not convey my true appreciation. I love books I’ve checked out hundreds and returned them all except one. I must admit for all my appreciation the fact I wasn’t able to pay a 35$ fine has Caused me to be denied the privilege to borrow books is quite surprising. I’ve asked numerous staff members and there’s been two females who have graciously allowed me to borrow books, which I returned as usual without delay, but most and I’ve asked at least 15 or 20 times denied me.
I love the Oceanside library.

Learning, Learning, and more Learning

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My Free to Be Me Space

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