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    Eli M Oboler Library

    5.0 (2 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Walrus & Carpenter Books

    Walrus & Carpenter Books

    4.0(27 reviews)
    1.0 mi
    $

    Walrus & Carpenter Books feels like stepping into another world. The shop has this wonderfully…read morehistoric, slightly chaotic charm where books are tucked into every corner and stacked on nearly every shelf. It's the kind of place you could easily get lost in for hours. What makes it especially interesting are the unique and obscure sections. You'll find everything from Japanese writing and culture to American war documents, along with fascinating historical materials. There were even vintage Pocatello postcards and books featuring famous photographers like Edward Weston. They also host open mic nights, which feels so friendly and community oriented. Honestly we didn't even see a single employee while we were there, but we had a lovely time wandering wherever we wanted and exploring the space. Cozy, a little wild, and completely packed with things to discover. A dream spot for curious readers. Great finds and used books are priced well.

    I thought the inside of this bookstore was pretty cool. I love bookstores and this one in…read moreparticular had an interesting layout and a variety of book topics that I enjoyed looking through. However, when I went to the counter to buy a few of my finds the owner Will seemed to be friendly and we seemed to have a pleasant conversation until it turned slightly political and he suddenly had a profane outburst (calling half the country "Motherf_____s). I don't care what side of the political aisle you maybe on, I think it is inappropriate, unkind, and intolerant language. Also, I think using vulgar name-calling to describe people you might disagree with discourages thoughtful communication. And without thoughtful communication developing love and understanding becomes more difficult. I love and care for many different people with many different varying political views. What someone believes politically does not make them less worthy of love and understanding. I'm unlikely to visit this bookstore again because of the interaction I had.

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    American Falls Public Library

    American Falls Public Library

    3.5(2 reviews)
    22.0 mi

    The library is nice looking and the front desk staff are friendly, but the facility was built as an…read moreopen air library - no dividers or walls, just one big room. The idea that some people come to work, not scream and holler, is a foreign concept here. The staff has no problem with all the kids showing up and calling over to the desk, or to each other. It's like a big rompus room. So much for the work that I needed to get done. One of the noisiest libraries I've ever been in.

    This library is really good and for a small place like AF the choice of books is really…read moredecent.Before I got Kindle app I used to go there , even after though I prefer my books to be stored on my devices electronically I would occasionally grab a book (or 5) for my kids from them. They also have really nice summer program , encouraging younger generation of kids 2-12 to read.Most entertainment options are affordable nowadays and people read much less , than what they used to few decades ago so it is nice to see someone make an effort to encourage young kids to read.The only improvement I could possibly think of to the summer program would be to consider parent's point of view : f.e. if kids ages 2+ are allowed than toys given to them should not be marked "small parts not for kids under age 3 " , also it probably sounds like fun for a kid to play with water and to get wet, but not so much for a parent of wet kids , who has to drive them around. Oh and do not Google their hours in summer library closes much earlier than 8 pm .

    Eli M Oboler Library - libraries - Updated May 2026

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