I have had multiple times to be at this library to kill a little time while visiting my folks in…read moreIndiana. I find this library quite nice. Esthetically, the floor is spacious and open and has comfortable lounge chairs to sit in that are set up in a round of four, in addition to table seating. There are wall/floor plugs for charging at the table areas with the comfortable lounge chairs as well. There are bathrooms that are right there off the library floor, so there is easy convenient access when you have to go. This library is not modern or cutting edge and I am not even certain of the quality of their book inventory, but the staff is nice and the place is welcoming. With art displayed on the second floor for viewing and ample parking, if studying, reading or exploring all the benefits a library has to offer a community, the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library is nice and a solid location for my dad and I to kill some time....from time to time.

I had the opportunity to visit the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library today as part of a…read moretraining for work. Every time I make my way to Plainfield, a Westside town just inside Hendricks County, I become kind of awed at just how much it has grown since my childhood when I spent countless weekends there with family. This library has existed in one way or another since 1901. It began with a reading room and 414 books and coal oil lamps lighting the reading room at night. By 1904, the collection had grown to 1,278 books and the library opened in a new $1,500 structure. Plainfield's first public library facility opened June 4, 1901, in rented rooms at 120 East Main Street in Plainfield. A group of private citizens, incorporated as the Plainfield Library Association, gathered 414 gift books for public use and started the Plainfield Public Library. Coal oil lamps lit the Reading Room at night. By January 27, 1904, the book collection numbered 1,278 and the library reopened in a new frame building at 130 North Vine Street. The $1,500 structure was financed by personal subscriptions from Association members, gifts of local business people and the profits from minstrel shows. A year later, Plainfield incorporated as a town and the library became part of the town. In 1913, Andrew Carnegie funding allowed the building of a new and much larger library. In 1916, the library started the very first bookmobile in Indiana. After 55 years in the Carnegie Library, the library moved to its current location (in 1968) at the corner of Simmons Street and Stafford Road. In 1987, an expansion was completed. The library is currently undergoing some major HVAC upgrades. The library is on two levels. The upstairs holds meeting rooms, room for fine arts, and offices. I was largely on the second level and, yes, there's an elevator for those who need it and a cool spiral staircase for those who don't. The library houses genealogy databases, an Indiana room, a Plainfield photograph database, a COVID oral history, meeting rooms, study rooms, a cool children's area on the first floor, a book bike, little free libraries, a variety of collections, and the usual technology we expect. The library also has its own podcast. The library has the following apps - Libby, Overdrive, Kanopy, Beanstack, Hoopla, Freading, and others. They also offer home delivery (in Plainfield). I really loved this space. My meeting space was fairly large (though could have used a little more table space) and I loved that a microphone was available. We also had room to offer ASL in our training. There are soft drink and candy vending machines on the first floor, though I did note that the candy machine was almost empty and not working. As a public library, accessibility is predictably strong here with appropriate parking spaces, curb cuts, and other resources. I will note that I don't see accessibility mentioned on the website (which would be helpful). Everyone I talked to was super friendly and I loved the art gallery space. This is a really lovely library and I kind of hope I have to return for another meeting in the future.

Wonderful library! My baby and I went to the free baby story time in the community room today, and…read moreit was so fun! Lots of parents and their little ones singing and playing. Such a great community resource!

With the boom of the internet, libraries are becoming a dying breed. I had not been in a library in…read moreyears. They have a drive-up drop box to return books and spots designated for book pick-up that were requested on line, through their app or over the phone. The library has a shelter with a picnic table under it and benches lining the walkway leading to the library entrance. Of course you will find books and periodicals to read, along with DVDs, CDs games. There are also computers and laptops that can be checked out and used there too. It is a fun place with lots to offer and even more to learn and explore. I have used the library's community room on a few occasions for some events. It is a decent sized multipurpose room and is easy to reserve and very reasonable. The library has a little play area with a lego table, a train table, a puppet show booth and other toys. I know this library has limited space, but I wish this space had its own private room because it can get a little loud with kids playing. I may have missed it but I did not see any quiet rooms in this library. But we were confined to a small portion of the library. This library has several events including book clubs, book readings for kids, scavenger hunts, and arts & crafts. You really need to check out their event calendar. During my visit, visitors only had access to the kids' section of the library. Due to burst pipes, access to the teen/adult section (to the right as you enter) was restricted. The staff here is very friendly and helpful. My experience with them was very pleasant. My return to the public library was a success and I will definitely be back soon with the littles. Hopefully, the issue with the buildings pipes and the resultant water damage will be fixed soon.

The Bartholomew County Library is another amazing functional architectural structure in Columbus,…read moreIndiana. The building was designed by I. M. Pei in 1969 with an addition by James Paris in 1987. What I noticed first was an incredible sculpture that stands in the Library plaza. The sculpture, known as Large Arch, was created by Henry Moore in 1971. Inside the library are high ceilings with a modern and spacious feel. There are large sections of adult books on the first and second floor. On the first floor are public computers, newspapers and other resources. There is a large teen area with skylights and comfy seating. In the basement are conference and a class room and an incredible children's library, complete with play areas and a puppet show stage. There is an outdoor patio off of the children's section. On the second floor is a indoor garden atrium that brings in natural light. The staff is helpful. There is a space where they sell excess and used books. There were several oil paintings by notable Hoosier artists. There is also a small veteran tribute near the front entrance. There is free parking on the west and back sides of the facility. I would put this library at the top of the Indiana libraries that I have visited.

Very nice, well kept, clean, and organized library. Lots of books and free use computers. Friendly…read moreand helpful staff can help you find what you seek. Cool large piece of artwork on the grounds. Nice place to find a real book versus an online book, for those who prefer the old fashion way of reading, ha. Plenty of relaxing and comfy private seating along with nice tables for multi book researching. Located downtown and walking distance to many other businesses.

Morgan County Public Library has a cool library system that extends outside their county to…read moresurrounding counties for resources and books. I go online to their website to find and reserve a book I like and the search brings you to the Evergreen Indiana Library Consortium. This consortium project of over 100 public libraries is supported by the Indiana State Library. I find the book I want, place a "hold" on it and it will be delivered to the library nearest you or the library of your choice in just a few days. Then you will be notified via email, or text that it is ready to be picked up. After your initial check out time of three weeks is up, it is automatically renewed for three more weeks, two more times. So you get a total of nine weeks to read your book. I have a Kindle and I have read books using it but I like hard bound books better. Morgan County Public Library does offer eBooks if you prefer. They even offer a free app if you like reading a book via your phone. So, want to read a $30 hard bound book for free? Check out your local library.

Library is clean and quiet and have a good collection. It helps me study in peace and stay focused…read more Staff is friendly as well. Thanks for having this for us.

I was amazed both times I've been here in recent months how quickly I was called. Once with a…read moreticket and pretty full lobby and the other as a walkin and hardly anyone in here. They were knowledgeable and polite. Very different from the other bmvs I've been too! Definitely my preferred bmv in Indy now!

AVa was great, i came packing to entertain myself and it wasn't needed, 15 minutes in and out, and…read moreprofessional and kind staff

My spouse and I went on the Columbus architecture tour. The Miller House and Garden is the focal…read morepart of the architecture of Columbus. The architect Saarinen developed plans for only three houses all for the Miller's. Almost all the doorways are handicapped accessible and the house is one level. Although built in the 1950s many of the design concepts are still seen today. if you are going for the architecture tour, this is a must

loved the aesthetic of this house. first saw it on Kogonada's film Columbus and just had to go see…read moreit. the one thing though is the movie makes it seem like you can walk freely through the house, you cannot. it's an informative guided tour. and you're only allowed to take pictures on this particular rug. I'm fine without getting anymore photos, but I would have loved to spend some more time outside exploring the grounds. also I saw pictures of the couch with red cushions, it was definitely more eye catching with those. (big thing: read your confirmation email and show up at the visitor center first)

We attended a court hearing in the Morgan County Circuit Court today. I know there are a total of…read moresix courtrooms. Circuit Court is on the second floor. It looks like civil and litigation matters are handled on the second floor's three courtrooms. I didn't go up to the third floor but I'm guessing that is where the criminal proceedings are heard. The first floor is where county offices like tax assessor and elections are located. The parking lot seems adequate as there were many spaces available. The building opened in July of this year and is impressive! Lots of space and waiting areas with plenty of seating. The restrooms are very nice, clean, with automatic flushing capabilities. Again, lots of adequate space. A justice center residents of Morgan County can be proud of.