Huge selection here of any book, movie, audiobook, etc you could possibly want/need! A lot of fun…read morefamily events go on here throughout the year too. My kids love the Kinder Ready Storytime and I appreciate how kind the staff is!

Pretty cool library. It's smaller than I thought for a post this size but don't let the lack of…read moresquare footage fool you. The library has a LOT of computers but I will also say that it gets used up pretty quickly by soldiers and airmen looking to complete their mandatory online training requirements. This library also has a scanner (one station), a copy machine, and a fax machine for those that need those type of technological assistance. The library has your most up to date publications that ranges In both fiction and non-fiction. It's collection covers more breadth than depth of topics or subjects you may be looking for. This library also allows you to check out DVDs for your entertainment pleasures and have audio books on demand. If you are looking for a place to relax or finish up those training requirements, than the JBLM library is a place for you to check out. Also conveniently.. there is a Starbucks next door at Waller Hall should you become sleepy or thirsty while perusing through the catalogs.

Can I give the library 4.5 stars??? 4 stars for the library itself, and then 5 great big golden…read moreglitter-covered stars for the employees. The building is super nice -- light, airy, welcoming. The book choices (I'm mostly a non-fiction reader) are ok. I like that I can make copies. But the people who work there are top-out-of-sight knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. I 'm so impressed with every one of them. Applause to these wonderful folks!

Came here for the introductory sewing class led by Naomi, and I have to say -- Naomi is an amazing…read moreinstructor. They were patient, willing to answer every question...and I had a lot of them! They never made anyone feel bad for asking. They also set up the Zoom camera really well so we could clearly see what they were doing on the sewing machine, even when their back was turned to the class. It was a unique setup I have not seen before, and honestly something other instructors, coaches, and teachers should consider using for live demonstrations. The front desk staff were incredibly kind, foo. They took the initiative to introduce themselves while i waited in line and made surey questions were answered right away. They never acted too busy to help, which made the whole experience feel welcoming. I would definitely come back -- even just to study. The library has beautiful artwork displayed throughout, and the space feels open without being overwhelming, especially with the many book shelves. Overall, a really well-run class in a really neat environment.

I came here to study for a bit after dropping my son off at camp. We do not live in Olympia so this…read morewas my first time here. I almost let the negative reviews steer me away from coming and even tried a local college library first before arriving there to find it closed. I decided to come by to this branch and see what it was like for myself. It was clean, quiet and not overcrowded. I didn't ask for assistance myself but witnessed many people getting help from staff. Yes, there were some people who appeared to be homeless but they all seemed to be sitting in isolated corners just reading. I didn't notice any foul odors other than the general wet dog smell that places like this have when it has been raining & it was raining moderately when I arrived. They appeared to have a large selection of zines and other local literature and many offerings for teens. Everything looked well organized. I'm glad it was open and able to accommodate me.

Ever wonder what happened to all those punky, independent riot grrls from Olympia's glory days?…read moreThey're librarians now. They mostly sit around looking at computer screens and gossiping. Sometimes they host boring events featuring Oly dorks like Calvin Johnson or whoever, and very few people actually attend. The place itself is filthy and a bit small for a city library. Homeless people seem to be welcome judging by the state of the bathrooms and various areas of encampment. The staff doesn't want to be "uncool" by asking anyone to leave, because, revolution?

This location is in the smaller side. Nice area for kids with blocks, toys, and puzzles. We didn't…read moreend up staying long, the smell inside was bad and 2 grown, homeless men hanging out in the back of the children's section made us a bit uncomfortable.

Nice little library by the Town Center. The staff is very friendly, helpful and patient. There is a…read moredecent selection of children's books as well as multi cultural reads. There are free computers to use as well as a section of computers that are specifically for job seekers. The only thing that dampened my spirit was watching and listening to how impatient the Assistant Branch Manager was with an elderly employee that I'm assuming was new. It made me uncomfortable to watch so I can only imagine how the employee may have felt! Other that, I think that it's a nice neighborhood library and I will continue to patronize it!

Usually there are 2 librarians sitting at desk doing something, I guess, on their computers. Most…read morepeople find their own books and check themselves out so most of the time there aren't people at the desk getting help. Today I called 4 times trying to get some infx which would have taken about a minute. No one answered and I got a very long recording telling me that curbside services was available (I don't think so for some time now) and that X 5139 was not available, which extension I had not called. I even got called back by the robot recording that again told me X5139 wasn't available.

This is the best little library! Super helpful and patient with the computers and printers. You…read moreget a $5 credit on file every week to use for printing. They have a nice assortment of books and movies also. A very safe and clean library.

When I had to spend several hours in Tumwater while my son took the SAT at the high school, I…read morethought the library would likely be a typical underfunded small town example, with one grumpy old librarian who has to do all the work, but hopefully open and usable to get some work done. I was surprised and pleased to find a very nice, obviously very well funded library. And I think there were at least six employees there. The one I asked about a reading area was cheerful and helpful. If anything, it's maybe even a bit better than the King County Library System I enjoy at home, and KCLS is widely recognized as world class. I had a very enjoyable, productive time there. If I could go there often, I would.

The whole Timberland Regional Library System is awesome and we are so lucky to have it in the South…read morePuget Sound. BUT by far, the Tumwater Library is the best of them all. The library is clean, quiet, and you don't have to plug your nose while browsing for books like you do at the downtown library (homeless people, God Bless Em, sleep and hang out there and the library smells very foul and I have seen two very physical fights on two different occasions with homeless people while I had my small children with me......we don't go there anymore - doesn't feel safe) I am sorry people are homeless, but it sucks that we can't even enjoy the library. Anyway, I digress.......Tumwater library has easy access, great parking, and the staff are all super attentive and very friendly and want to help you. I love this library!

Had to move my review over from the Dupont Station yelp listing as I was reviewing the City of…read moreDupont and not the main strip Dupont Station. DuPont is a small circle of a town that seems to basically be all military. There is a lot more than military now in the town though with Intel, State Farm, and the new Amazon distribution warehouse. It just doesn't seem as there is much room for DuPont to grow since all the land around it seems to be owned by the military. I wish it had more restaurants or maybe even a real grocery store and not the general store downtown. I guess most people shop on the base or Lacey/Lakewood. Maybe just having enough to barely keep you busy is how the people of DuPont like it. I do love that I can go through DuPont to get to Steilacoom, University Place, Lakewood, and elsewhere to try to avoid I-5. I just wish there was an entrance into DuPont from Mounts Rd as traffic can be weird in the morning with the truck station and people exiting to go to the base.

Very nice little town here on I-5, all the shops are easy to get in and out of, nice parks here as…read morewell. I like how the town is laid out, so there is not confusing roads like Puyallup has.It does seem to be growing mostly due to the Military base nearby. Overall, the ease of getting to here from I-5, and back to I-5, and seems to be a very safe and clean place to stop for whatever you need.

Always a quiet place. Nice welcoming staff. very clean, very helpful and very friendlyread more

I love everything about this library! The location, how quickly they get materials ready for…read morepick-up, the staff, and the beautiful library. If I lived a little closer, I would be here all of the time!

I was looking to save time after work and I found a library where I would be able to print a…read moredocument I needed from my email. This library is beyond my expectations. Great size and a large variety of books! They also have plenty of open computers to search their catalog, as well as stations for using their computers for browsing the Internet, school work, and etc. Very suitable for studying in groups or alone. Free Wi-Fi, or reserve a computer station. They even have little rooms to study in for those who need ultimate concentration! Great selection of books and great overall for anyone.

This library is the very best! It's clean, well staffed with pro and friendly librarians and books,…read morerecommendations for good reads throughout and a calendar to boost for fabulous things to do! I've got lots to do to prepare for upcoming meetings. I'm so happy I live here!

This timberland location is pretty small and busy! Which can be a tricky combination, especially in…read morethe kids area. But it was very clean and nicely organized! Staff were friendly.

It's fairly small for a library, but the staff are all very friendly and helpful. My kids love the…read morechildren's area, and this library has helped them grow in their love of reading. If they don't have the book I'm looking for, the staff is always more than happy to help me track it down.