Come to this library during toddler story time-it is adorable. So many services in one small spot…read more Tax forms, teen peer support, multilingual books and magazines. Great place.

A lovely, little library that somehow fits perfectly within the mall space. It's convenient, fun…read moreand easily accessible when you need a break from shopping, need to pick up books while running errands, or having a meal, and gives the children a familiar and calm place to sit and enjoy peaceful moments. The staff are friendly and helpful. The decorations (children's area) sweet and pleasant, the sitting areas plentiful and comfortable, and the book selection good.

This was such a lovely space. I got there right as they opened so I got to choose my seat, it…read morefilled up fast and this was on a Saturday. The staff were helpful and I liked seeing a few shelves dedicated to books in Vietnamese and Somali. Clean bathrooms and good study spaces (you can reserve). There were even spaces for groups to gather.

Hands down, this library is probably the nicest thing within a mile radius. LOL. It's fairly new,…read moresuper modern, and sticks out because it's much prettier than any of the local businesses nearby. I go here a couple times a month mostly to print some things off (ya girl really needs to invest in a printer...) and I've checked out some books once or twice. MOST of the librarians I've dealt with have been kind. There was one older lady who was not my cup of tea, but whatever. I wouldn't recommend coming here to work or study at all, though. This is an extreme hotspot for the local kids because of the free internet, books, etc. There's kids of all ages here, unsupervised, a lot. It's very common for them to be yelling and running around inside and outside of the library. The selection for books here is much smaller than the Kent and Covington library as well, but it does the job.

This is a cute library. It's not very big but what it lacks in size it makes up for with a…read morefriendly staff and a welcoming ambiance.

Not very welcoming for kids. The library canceled their only weekend story time a few months ago. I…read moreused to see a bunch of kids go to that story time then pick out some books, color, and play with the toys near the front. The last time I went the kids area was a mess. Some one had left their vape on the ground near the baby books. The building is very cool but it isn't taken care of. It has a lot of potential but I really can't recommend going.

One of the most comfortable and helpful libraries I've seen in my nearly 8 decades of life. They…read morewill try their best to access anything for you.

A great library, I was able to stop in many times to participate in a couple zoom calls for…read moreinterviews and other work tasks! Nice and helpful staff and lots of great books and computers and other resources also!

Walking into this library is so refreshing. It's bright, clean & no odor. It's also quiet with a…read morelow background sound of patrons chitchatting about books. The employees are welcoming and knowledgeable. The lady who had helped me sign up for a library card shared with me all the benefits that come along with it. There are clean restrooms by the entrance before entering the final doors into the library. It's quite updated inside with tables, high chairs, and study desks for people who enjoy more privacy. Overall, lovely local library

I love my local library! It's located in a quiet area of Des Moines with a parking lot that always…read morehas plenty of parking. I first started coming here at the height of the pandemic. During that time, you could place your books on hold and schedule a pick up time. My favorite part was that I could add a 'surprise bag' of books for my toddler, and they would set aside 10 awesome selections. Such a time saver! Granted, it's not the biggest branch, but I can always have any book sent here and held for pick up if I don't mind waiting. Overall, an awesome library!

Stopped by this library on a Sunday since it was one of the few open, and parking was super easy --…read morealways a plus. The building itself is pretty spacious, but you can tell some of the facilities are on the older side. The restroom was out of order during my visit, and overall the space felt a little dated. What really stood out, though, was the staff. I watched three different librarians patiently help someone with a computer issue for almost an hour, which honestly says a lot about how dedicated and kind they are. Even with the older interior, the service here makes this library a solid community spot.

I'm a city girl and I am use of the people outside and inside. WONDERFUL place to study and if ur…read morea Lookie Lou, then U can handle the cultural differences! Thank you Kent Library staff for having borders on disruptive people! I enjoyed my stay and the opportunity to do my accounting ;-)

This building is a work of art. Coupled with its services and amenities, this library is now my…read morefavorite in the United States. It's a dynamic public space, open 10am-6pm every day (and until 8pm Tuesdays-to-Thursdays). There's a community bulletin board, art to appreciate, board games to borrow (to play there, not takeaway), an auditorium, computers to browse the web, plenty of power outlets, DVDs to rent, and a cute gift shop ($1 book deals!). Plenty of seating, free Wi-Fi, restrooms. There's a filtered water dispenser (bring a water bottle!). To my surprise, there's a cafe ("Howdy Y'all Coffee", open all week except Sundays) on-site. Oh, there are books too. Recommendation: Visit the 10th floor! It has a huge naturally-lit reading room. A serene oasis in downtown Seattle.

One of the most beautiful libraries in the U.S. is this 11-story masterpiece on a hill overlooking…read moreSeattle and the water. There's an underground parking garage or simply walk there since it's in downtown Seattle. Clear signage throughout is helpful in wandering 10 floors of thousands of books, maps, and more. There's plenty of seating, a gift shop, a cafe, reading rooms, computers, and more. Outlets for charging are everywhere. If you love travel, their travel section is among the best I've seen. Spend an hour walking up stairs or using the elevator to see the stunning architecture and views of the city.

The area around the library has been under construction for a number of years. I agree with a…read moreprevious post that parking is tricky because there's limited space around the area. I'm not a fan of parking garages. The library itself is spacious and very open. The high ceilings and bright natural lights greet you as you walk through the door. There are plenty of rooms for studying/conferences. The librarian is so helpful. There isn't enough self checkout computers. Also, they close early on the weekdays (I think 5pm). Bummed that they don't have handy little paper/pencils to jot the codes (location) down near the lib catalogs. My old dementia brain can't remember anything. Pro tip: if you need a particular book, it's better just to put it on hold. Said that it was available but couldn't find it.

We were pleasantly surprised to be meeting friends in this area on a day when the library was…read morehaving an outdoor special event. I have to say, the staff at this library set the bar HIGH for KCLS - engaging my children (even the shy one glued to my leg) in what they like to read, finding books for them that they haven't read before but match some of their interests and validating their opinions about the books they were reading. They also ran a tight ship organizing a popular summer lunch program. On this particular day, there weren't enough bag lunches for the number of people who came - but they scrambled and arranged for more. Wish we lived closer so we could enjoy this beautiful community more!

I really like this neighborhood library! It's on Ambaum, with lots around to do. They let you print…read more75 pages a week and so there is no need to buy a printer if you live close. Free wifi! Tons of books and audiobooks. Rent a book and walk a few blocks to the Ambaum Park for a great afternoon! Or run next door to McDonald's for an ice cream cone like me. Fatty problems.

I haven't been to many library's in Washington state. However, this library was nice. The interior…read moreis well organized and decorated, the structure is nice too. Makes you want to not only come in but, stay for a while and read or use the PC. I do wish pierce county had better libraries and maybe more people would use many of the services.