I came in to take my nephews to get their first library card and was told about the free lunch…read more They didn't finish their lunch so we were going to take the rest with us but we were told we couldn't take it and had to throw it away. That just seemed incredibly wasteful. Beautiful library and nice activities.

This isn't for the library itself, but it is for the activities that they host at their library…read more We've gone to a few where my children have been disappointed. We attended the "animal talk" with guests LLC Reptile this month and the employee refused to use a microphone for over half an hour because he legit said "he's never used one before and didn't know how it worked" and with way too many kids and parents packed in that room, you couldn't hear anything. Library employees let it get out of hand, let children stand up so everyone behind them couldn't see and just couldn't control the noise level. It wasn't a fun experience and my kids begged to go half way through because it was just talking and barely any interaction. This is just feedback that you can hopefully take to improve on your next event. PLEASE think about passing out tickets (like the other locations) to control how many people can enter. We were there waiting 30 minutes prior, reading inside and we were almost the last ones in because we didn't know a mob had already formed blocking the entire entrance. The sad part was your entire parking lot was packed and vehicles were parked up and down the street for this event and all I heard were kids and parents complaining that they couldn't see/hear anything. We've also been to a craft day where because we sat at a back table, they ran out of the craft before they got to us which is strange since there weren't that many people there. Again, think about being more prepared or just limit how many people can join an event so everyone can have fun and feel included.

This HAS to be the NICEST library my wife and I have EVER visited. ENTIRE staff is VERY HELPFUL,…read moreNICE, and WELCOMING, unlike other libraries we've visited over the years. Excellent selection of books, CDs, DVDs, and all kinds of other interesting things to borrow. They're VERY generous with their return date policies, too. Staff empties the return box often, with a quick return of materials to the correct racks, without issues. A VERY relaxing and nice place to cool off at, ESPECIALLY during the HOT summer season. Great programs for the entire family to participate in, too. There's a new Children's Center expansion building under construction on the north side of the main building underway, opening sometime in the Fall. The BIG Veteran's Park to the east is perfect for fresh air and exercise, with the most BEAUTIFUL patch of green grass I've ever seen, and a HUGE, open view of the Temecula Valley skyline. We'll keep coming. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!!! Library Hours: M-F 10-6 Sat 12-5 Sun Closed

I heard a rumor that this year's Silent Auction will be special. Lots of donors with many special…read moreitems. Given the local area's focus on beauty and fitness (and blessed with so many open and rideable trails), am bidding on the official Murrieta Library Schwinn 3-wheeler and perhaps a few of the beach cruisers. Time for better heart health and book mobility Murrieta! The Library is leading the way.

Love the librarians. This was my first visit and I needed a library card. They were happy to help…read moreme with that and told me about some of the classes they offer. They H have a Senior Fit class every Friday! It's a small library, but worth a visit.

Love love love this library. It's my hide away when I need a cool place to relax. I used their…read morecomputer and printer as well. The librarians are so kind and very helpful.

Still 5 stars nice and clean library, still small but we get everything we need from books,…read moreprojects, challenges, beanstack app connected to riverside library useful app can track reading for my 7 year old by time or by pages can scan the books so you can track which book he is reading. They have lil toys gift for certain reading challenges or book rewards. Good rewards to motivate. Starting august they have a borrow 5 books and spin the wheel and get a free kids meal from in n out to raising canes and more. All the librarians are kind and helpful. Very informative about a lot of the stuff that is going on. Have a nice day!

I hate complaining but the staff here doesn't know how to use their library voice…read more.. Not setting a good example. Though the staff is polite & helpful . Oh well I guess I'll go back to the Sun City library..

They have a friendly and helpful staff. The library orders from other libraries for books they…read moredon't have!

Place is nice, lots of books and friendly staff. Clean and spacious .......... Totally worth coming…read moreback

The staff there is so kind! I love the classes they have for babies toddlers and preschool…read morechildren! My son loves it and calls it circle time! They have so many cute events for all ages. My son loves it here!

It's very nice and very clean. However, they do not enforce any kind of quiet. I get that kids have…read moreoutbursts that are inevitable but this goes way beyond that. A man making calls on speaker , a woman walking around talking on her phone, another man watching videos as he is seated in the "private room" (no ceiling) , it was so loud and no one is enforcing any kind of quiet. So unfortunate because it's really nice but what is the point of the librarians and security guard? I couldn't focus.

What a beautiful, interesting, large, and well-stocked library. As a retired librarian, I've made…read morea habit of checking out libraries wherever I go. This one was a shear delight. It was a very busy place, on a hot day, with many, many patrons studying, reading, hanging out. It is one branch of the vast 35-branch Riverside County Public Library system. Ample parking, the parking slips butt up against a thoughtfully designed walkway with signage telling you about the history of Temecula. Once inside the library, there is a beautiful mosaic-mural depicting sea-to-outer space, perhaps a nod to what all is in store for the curious patron. The Children's Area is decorated with dozens of stuffed animals atop the book cases. There are painting on the walls. Lots of visual stimulation. But, if you need some calm, further in the library, there is a whole window wall with comfortable seating overlooking a vast valley. Almost every shelf had an intriguing book on display front facing. Books that my library in San Diego does not own...yet. If it weren't so far from my home, I would get a library card (yes, with a CA id, this is possible, and free), and check out some of those great books.

This is our favorite and go-to library for me and my family. I love coming here, the kids area is…read moreso welcoming and it's hard to peel away my kid from here - a good sign! We've always had such great support and customer service. They have great events, wish I could attend all of them on the events calendar. They also usually have the books that we are looking for and placing holds on books doesn't take very long until we get to borrow them. Books are in good condition but you can also tell when a book is well loved, which doesn't bother me at all.

This is a great library with a pretty attentive staff…read more There always seems to be something going on for both adults and kids. It's a safe space and a heating or cooling respite for those that need it. Gone are the days of a quiet library. Mary a shush even when at its loudest.

Love this little library! Staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Don't forget patient--we older…read morefolks sometimes need a lot of patience.

A truly special community resource in Ella Strong Denison Library. The library has a warm,…read morewelcoming atmosphere and a beautiful historic feel that makes it a great place to spend time reading, studying, or just relaxing. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful throughout the visit.

This is where I go to work when I want to feel smart. And be in a beautiful space. And get stuff…read moredone.