John Rylands Library four boundaries, was noted for the pleasant contrast between the 'sullen roar' of Manchester and the 'internal cloister quietude of Rylands'. It was lit by oriel windows in the reading alcoves supplemented by high clerestory windows along both sides. Embellishments in the reading room include two large stained glass windows with portraits of religious and secular figures, designed by C. E. Kempe; a series of statues in the reading room by Bridgeman's of Lichfield; and bronzework in the art nouveau style by Singer of Frome. The portraits in sculpture (20) and stained glass (40) represent a selection of personages from
Santa Clara City Library Library. These kits were funded by a grant from the Foundation and Friends of the Santa Clara City Library. Early Literacy Stations: There are two early literacy stations at Mission Library for children ages two to eight years old. They have 37 educational software programs in English and Spanish. Children can learn science, music, drawing, and reading. Santa Clara City Library Santa Clara City Library is a public library in Santa Clara, California. There are currently three open branches: the Mission Branch Library; the Northside Branch Library, which opened on August 9, 2014; and the main branch, Central Park Library.