Libraries must not be quiet anymore…read more I was having some work done on my home and so I decided to stop here since I wouldn't have power for a while. I stopped in, spoke to the librarian and obtained a card. I asked him how to get to a desk that was upstairs and he told me. He also told me that there is another area that I could go to if I wanted a more quit area to work from, and I told him I was ok. But boy oh boy. It was really loud. Phones ringing and people talking on the phone in there. I honestly thought that I was being punked. I will go to another location next time.

I love libraries and this one reminded me how much I miss visiting them. What is better than a…read morelibrary? A CASTLE library! Beautiful inside and out, this library makes it easy for your imagination to soar. The staff was so gracious. They are probably used to visitors being amazed by the library. Watching two extremely excited grown adults trying not to run, point and exclaim over is probably normal. (We managed to keep quiet: it's a library!) Please, PLEASE treat yourself and any children you know to this amazing place of learning and imagination!

Went in to get my library card. Met with a smile and got all my questions answered. Even helped me…read moredownload and get logged into Libby and Hoopla. Also found out about upcoming events. I will be coming to The Crafters Collective tomorrow.

It's so refreshing to finally have an institution in our town that supports the real science and…read morehistory impacting our lives today. So much white privilege is displayed by so many people who carelessly disregard the racist history of science and learning. Medical programs from experimentation on slave ships to the Tuskegee Study show us just how racist medicine, including modern medicine, is. That is why I am so proud to have an institution like the DeWitt District Library which embraces policies to reflect this dark past. Whereas everyone else is simply pretending just because they are vaccinated, they safe, and returning to "normal" life, DDL knows there is no more normal, that vaccines are highly suspect, and the only choice to remain safe is 24/7 masking, plastic barricades, etc. What I don't understand though is why they aren't disinfecting the library materials...using the library is one degree away from shaking hands with everyone else who goes there and demonstrates a clear danger that DDL is simply disregarding. If they are serious about equitable safety, they need to address this immediately. That being said, I am also pumped about how prominently DDL has embraced Critical Race Theory, proudly displaying a wide variety of CRT books for DeWitt to embrace. Anyone who has spent any time around this town, especially the schools, knows how deep racism runs. I, for one, agree with DDL and think it's important to teach kids as early as possible. Ensuring DeWitt's children, who - of course - frequently the library, immediately know their own implicit racism is the only way DeWitt is going to be able to heal from the racist past it blindly enjoys.

Children are noisy and run freely through the quiet study area. Addtionally, you can hear all of…read morethe kids from the children's area too due to the layout. Further, the librarians themselves don't seem to follow the quiet rules. One was chatting loudly in a study room with the door open that was attached to the quiet area. Do not come here if you prefer a quiet library- try Okemos instead. I left before I finished my work because it was so bothersome.

The ELPL is a separate entity and not part of the Capital Area District Library. While a Lansing…read morelibrary card will work in Okemos and so on, it won't in East Lansing. When I first experienced this, I was definitely ticked but it ensures that all the patrons are East Lansing residents. But you don't have to be a resident to browse (public library, duh) or use the free Internet. The books on sale are dirt cheap and, surprisingly, are a decent selection.

This library has been a godsend these past months. I love their grab and go option for getting…read morereading material. The staff are wonderful. THANKS.

I've been here a few times to get work done. The internet is good and usually it's quiet so I can…read morebe productive. Today unfortunately there were a bunch of kids running around so more difficult to get work done. Also, I was looking for a few books and it seems this isn't one of the larger branches so I found the books I wanted were either in Okemos or the main Lansing branch.

We visited CADL for the first time in a while on a Saturday morning. This library is very nice…read morelooking on the outside and the inter workings are really well maintained. They have a nice lobby area that leads to the CADL desk and into the main library. Plenty of street parking in the neighborhood.

I'm a big fan of libraries, this one in particular. I've borrowed books, comics, DVDs, and internet…read moreaccess from time to time. I take my kids here for the same, as well as for the trains, the occasional puppet show, and the checkers. This library is awesome enough that my kids would rather go here than the mall. CADL, you are awesome.

Excellent library with friendly, helpful staff…read more Although it seems small compared to some libraries that I have visited, the selection is very good. If the book you want isn't there, you can always look in the database online and request it; they email you when it arrives! It is easy to spend hours in here as there are comfy chairs and huge windows that open up to (what I assume is) Whiting Forest in the back. During autumn, it is very picturesque. For a chat you can go to the cafeteria-looking area but if you need silence there is thankfully a quiet room. And of course thank glob for free wifi. Checking out is very fast since all you have to do is put the books on the pad and scan your library card. You can even save paper and stay organized by having the receipt emailed to you. No more losing receipts and forgetting due dates! If you can't figure it out, the staff will be happy to help you without making you feel like a doofus. You can also put a hold on a book from another cooperating library in the area, which they will send here for a small fee of $0.25. The only thing I can complain about is their slim graphic novel section and the prices of renting DVDs. Older movies are $1.25 each and you can keep them for a week, but newer movies are $2.50 and you can only have them for four days. Although the selection was good you may be better off at Family Video, honestly. However, if I do find a library with a lot of graphic novels and free DVD rental, it is unexpected and a really nice surprise.

WARNING PARENTS!! I attended their BABY TIME event, and then found the next day there was a…read moreconvicted pedophile sitting behind us watching the babies!! The library was informed and are not taking any action. We will not be going back until they can assure us that the children's area is kept safe.

Look, for flat out quality of service, you're not going to get better help than from the library…read morestaff at the LCC Library. Experts in the know go right to the Reference Desk, right in the middle of the second floor of the building.

The LCC Library is a great place to get started on your research, study, or take a break between…read moreclasses! Conveniently located downtown Lansing, across from Gibson's bookstore, the library provides great services for students, staff, and faculty including: group and private study rooms, photocopiers, faxing, kindles and ipads for checkout, all core textbooks on reserve, 24/7 chat reference service, gaming events, book clubs, and more! Please visit us in person, or online!

Stopped here with hubby and got a wine flight to share and some books! Recommend. The atmosphere…read morewas amazing - imagine cozy bookshop meets cool cafe meets community hub. I'm looking forward to going back and getting a chai or trying their food. There are tons of great books to choose from (I discovered a couple of new authors I hadn't seen at other shops around town) and they have some board games you can sit and play with friends while you hang out there! We went on a Sunday afternoon and the place was hopping. Employees were friendly and cheerful and managed to let everyone take their time ordering while still working through the line quickly. We'll definitely be back for future date days or hangouts with friends!

I usually dont like to write reviews for coffee places because I find many to be very cookie…read morecutter/generic, but I had to mention this place because not only do they have great coffee (and a surprisingly good grilled cheese sandwich), but they also have a library with plenty of books and a wine rack. Those are the things that made it standout for me. Perfect place for a college town like East Lansing.

This is a beautiful old building with an updated area. The process of getting a card was very easy…read more The staff at the info desk was very helpful. I was looking for a specific book that I could not find so asked the librarian for help and she was able to locate and order it from another library. They have movies, computers to use, books, even book club kits! I just love this place!

The staff here is always SO helpful & friendly. They all seem to absolutely love their jobs…read more They have a beautiful building, part of which, was just redone last year. The children's section on the bottom floor is great! They have a play area, eight computers, a plenty of places to relax and read. The selection is great as well! As a teacher, I'm always on the hunt for new children's books and have been pleasantly surprised each time I visit. I've always found something that was on my list! I love when a library stays current! Keep up the awesome work!!!