Listen, I love any place where you can exist for a while without being expected to buy a…read moretwelve-dollar drink. Auburn Library is one of those places that still feels genuinely useful, which sounds like a low bar until you realize how many public spaces forgot the assignment. It is quiet, comfortable, and actually set up in a way that makes it easy to focus. You can use the Wi-Fi, sit and work, read, or just be there for a minute if your day needs a softer landing. I notice lighting and flow everywhere I go, and this place works. Nothing feels fussy, nothing feels chaotic, and the whole setup makes staying a while feel easy. my daughter would be perfectly happy disappearing into a corner with a stack of books, and my son would need the usual pre-conversation about library volume, but that is a parenting issue, not a library issue. What I like most is that it still feels like a community space, not just a building that happens to hold books. Go if you need to get work done, need a quiet reset, or just want somewhere calm that does not ask anything from you.

Very friendly staff and helpful in find the book I wanted to see . Library was very clean n…read morewelcoming

Looking for a new book to add to my reading pile, I stopped by Federal Way Library at about 1:30…read morep.m. on Saturday 9 March 2024. The parking lot had two lots that I saw. The first was parking around the road of a roundabout with a hoisted rocks art piece in the center. The second was a lot tucked behind and across from parking on one side of the roundabout. The entrance to the building was easy to spot and benches to the side of the entrance and in the entryway were in use by library patrons. Inside the entrance and to the right were water fountains, restrooms, and group rooms/spaces for different usage. There was abundant work space with table(s) and computer(s). Chairs/other seating was available throughout the library. In the non-fiction section I found the aisles labeled by approximate topic. Looking for something in finance/economics, I found the section in a second row of the stacks. One book on the restaurant industry from an operations perspective caught my eye, so I went with that one. Self check out stations were located across from the main walkway from the entrance into the library. Checking out was straightforward and both the computer and receipt printer had no issue(s). Librarian stations were located off to one side, opposite the side with the water fountains and multi-use rooms, closer to the entrance.

The Federal Way Public Library was a bit tricky to find at first since the sign is partially hidden…read moreby trees when approaching from one side. Once inside, it was quiet and calm with what seemed like a variety of random services available, though I didn't explore them in detail. The children's area is thoughtfully separated, making it a good stop for families. There were plenty of computers available, even on a weekend. Printing is affordable, with $1.50 of free credit per day and reasonable rates at $0.15 for black and white and $0.50 for color. Parking was no issue at all. It was spacious and easy to access. On a sunny day, the lot even felt a little scenic. Overall, it's a solid local library with a peaceful atmosphere. JY review

Wow was this a surprise or what? I used to live in Federal Way and my parents used to drop me at…read morethis library while my mom practiced driving. I did not recognize the library at all after 17 years. If it had not been for the road leading in, the library would've been completely unrecognizable. The entrance has wood plating and very modernized lighting. The inside looked more like a study lounge in a college than a college. The library is still modest in size but was very new and had a lot of natural lights from the windows. There was a computer lounge as well as many study rooms and one meeting room. I have to admit, I almost miss my old library but I can't deny how attractive the new designs were. They have a check yourself-out-station, which was pretty neat as you don't have to wait in line during busy hours. While not extravagant, this will always have a special place in my heart.

This library is really loud so many kids running around everywhere Parents do not pay attention to…read morethem I love this library but I cannot read when it's too loud if you like to read in a noisy area this is a beautiful library for you to come bring your kids they have free food

Lovely environment and great people, it was so quiet I could get all my work done. I really enjoyed…read moremy visit over all

The staff were helpful, and since I just moved to the area, I appreciated that part. The center…read moreitself is small but neat, and it's very convenient that the bus stop is right in front of the library. I would recommend, I think the lady name is Monique, she's helpful and friendly.

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!

We love visiting this area. FYI that this is a standalone library, NOT part of the Pierce County…read moreLibrary system. The bottom floor is very much kid-oriented with kid's books and a rather large play area. Sometimes the play area is quiet, and other times it seems like everyone in the city shows up with their kids to hang out. The top floor (very smartly) would be better for the adults seeking some quiet time. And although it is not part of the library itself, my kid enjoys the playground and the sprayground in the summer (both just outside the library). There are also plenty of nice food shops in the area, so it makes for a fun outing.

I normally love this library and have been checking out books here for years. Recently, I checked…read moreout a book that was in bad shape. I specifically remember pulling it off the shelf and laughing that it was trashed because it was a book about hiking with kids and I thought "this is why we don't have nice things". Returned the book later and ended up getting charged FULL PRICE for the book because of water damage. I explained that it was returned in the exact condition I checked it out in and basically got called a liar because "we wouldn't put it on the shelf like that". Moral of the story is don't check out a book if it already has blemishes or damage cuz you might end up paying for it.

Nice and clean library!!I have no problem finding a table and chair to do my studying in peace. It…read morecan get a bit noisy at times but very seldom. Bathroom stalls are clean so that's a plus!

I reached a point in my life where I decided it would be a good idea to have a membership to the…read morelibrary. This life decision was spurred by my daughter's (age 4) interest in books and reading! We found the Covington library and we were thoroughly impressed. The lay out of the library is well designed and easy to find the kids section. There are computers available to use and I was partial to the vending machine for snacks. There are private rooms to reserve and plenty of space to move about. The book selections were vast and the staff was very helpful when we signed up for our library card. The nice thing is that you can return your books to any king county library so even if we're not near covington, we have options. Excited we found this location!

Our family loves and appreciates this library. It is clean, organized and my children love it. We…read morehave always felt completely safe there and appreciate the staff making it a welcoming and safe environment for all people. The online hold system is fantastic and gives access to an amazing amount of books. There are a lot of great events and resources that we often take advantage of as well.

This is a quaint little library near the downtown area of Enumclaw. We were looking for a restroom…read moreand this place served us well. I hung out in the lobby and eyed activities posted for the area. I also snagged something from their "free" pile (a Latina magazine---I had to grab it since Salma Hakek was on the cover!).

Are County libraries are a great place 4 researching projects giving kids fun times at reading…read moreprograms. We need to have more programs during the summer for the kids to go to and enjoy it's a good place for them to spend time and learn something in the process

This library use to be "down the hill" but for me is now more convenient in the shopping center…read more They have a decent selection of books and music (what I use) and if it is not there - you can order it on line and pick it up at this branch. The help has always been friendly and accommodating. We took our younger grand-kids there to get them cards and the staff made them feel very important.. It isn't that big compared to some of the others - such as the King County but for the area - I feel it is sufficient.