Occasion: Here for a region gathering, 4 day seminar. This was ...April 2017, I think. If not, it…read morewas March. The rooms: It might look (on the inside) like it could be a musty, dated motel, but in actuality it neither smells that way nor functions that way. It was what I imagine a cabin in the woods would be for city people. Good placement and function of lights and ventilation, even if you have to share with a roommate. Pretty view, no matter where you're placed. Meeting rooms: Slightly better than the rooms in that you're not concerned if your first few inhales will freak you out. We arrived from several states and were about 100, w a good amount having dietary concerns that required some fridge space in the common area. There was enough room for them and those of us deciding to wander a stash of unfinished food. Dining hall: Food was better than fair, some was surprisingly great. Drink selection was wonderful, and so was availability of snacks to those of us who wanted to augment what is served during our first or only time through the service line. Garden/Grounds: BEAUTIFUL. Like Star Trek-Biblical beautiful. I hope that makes sense. When you see it, you'll agree. Or agree after a few episodes of Star Trek too. No bible study is requisite to understand, I think. ...like t.v. beautiful, I guess. Not trying to be snarky. It's a well-tailored, *full* garden! Staff: I can only speak on kitchen staff... The dishwash lady was EXCEPTIONAL. She made all of us feel welcome. The meal line servers were midwest okay, but a bit standoffish to zipped up to some of us. Of the other attendees I spoke to, it felt like 70% of us felt that way. There was one lady who seemed full of animosity, bitterness and dour. It bothered enough of us, that someone spoke to someone, and she gradually felt less and less prickly to see and interact w. That gradual transformation was nice to see.

Easy to get to. peaceful quiet setting close to interstate , but yet secluded and quiet. My wife…read morespent the weekend there for a gals getwaway ans she liked it. She normally is picky about staying overnight anywhere, but she said it was outdated, but nice and clean, her heater in her room was broken, she said it finally kicked on at 6am. The ground were clean and orderly.

Quiet and welcoming library with good number of study books. Selection in other categories are a…read morebit more limited and on the older side, but there is a little bit of everything including video games. Not a super busy library and some sections are dusty, but still functional. There are gender neutral restrooms here.

While I've been to better libraries, this one is geographically more accessible to me and my…read moreprimary reason for coming here is CLEP/DANTES testing. They have everything one could possibly need as far as testing guides and the staff will direct you to the proper websites for further assistance. Overall, I don't care too much for their selection, but the staff really makes the place. They've always been incredibly helpful in helping me pursue my academic endeavors.

Our library is very small, but the librarian can get you any book that you are requesting. I always…read morefind this place to be very peaceful. They always seem to have a book sale in progress.

This piece by local artist Ruth Keller Schweiss is in the center of a (drained) fountain at the…read moremiddle of a traffic circle next to several high rise office buildings and hotels. I walked past it each morning as it stands between where I was staying and my office this week. There is some video online of the fountain with water and it's very lovely. The sculpture depicts six slender ballerinas posed in "grant battement," a classical ballet position meaning "great brush off the floor." They are bronze and have the usual green tint that would be expected. They were installed in 1990, dedicated to Dance Saint Louis and are on loan to the art council. If you're nearby, cut through the fountain area and take some time to appreciate the art. [Review 19974 overall - 256 in Missouri - 948 of 2023.]

I know what you're thinking, Abby S got caught picking up underage dudes at Wash U again. What a…read moreCougar! Truth is, I'm not a cougar, I'm still a puma... and no, I don't get my kicks on the weekend by picking up young boys. I, too, was once in college and can remember what dating those young in's was like. No thanks! My car was hit while parked at Kemper Art Museum. I had left it there overnight and came back the next day to pick it up - and there was a police department business card on my windshield. So I gave the number a call on Monday morning. I was not happy to be dealing with campus police. When I was in college, this was the worst group of people to have to deal with! And yes, I did get in trouble with the law a few times in college. Officer Paul O'Donnell was the person I've been dealing with for the most part. He was nice, efficient and I think the report has been properly filed. Just waiting for a copy so we can get the insurance claim filed. It was very nice of the person who hit my car to call an officer and report the situation. I'm still not exactly sure what happened, but feel pretty damn lucky that an honest person hit my car (vs. some jerk who would just pull away and pretend that nothing happened). I do need to stop by and get the report, but so far my experience with this campus department has been pleasant. Will keep you posted if that changes!

Cabanne Branch is my favorite. it's old and very small but to the point. The African American…read moreselection is amazing! I wish more people would take advantage of what the library offers. They have plenty of training classes and even imputes for member use

At long last, the branch has reopened! This is my regular neighborhood branch. As cute and handy as…read morei find Charing cross, it's not got the space (obviously, as an express branch) nor hours to really be convenient. The building (an original Carnegie library) is beautiful and inside serene. There's a small parking lot out back and side street parking. I'm so glad i can start using this branch again!

Friendly courteous . Don't have to wait long for book orders. Love extra programs like toddler…read moretimes, book clubs . Even offer yoga weekly. Nice Waterloo amenity!

the librarians here will treat you differently if you are unhoused or if you complain. The regional…read moremanager will belittle you while talking to you if you have an issue and then the staff will treat you differently. there's not many libraries around tower grove and as you get further into the city but if you can make it anywhere else, go there instead. The ucity library is great, albeit a trek from this one.

Another great library branch to visit w your kids. Great play area w toys, computers and absolutely…read moreamazing librarians. One librarian routinely has their guitar and walks around strumming. They are great at talking to all ages of kids that come through. It is a really calming atmosphere in a way I can't put my finger on, the librarians are really amazing at modeling this is a safe space. There are also so many flyers for social resources like help for parents whose kids have IEPs, need legal help, and also free afternoon snacks are available for kids as well. Such a peaceful place to bring your kid or enjoy all the resources. There's a parking lot out back and a few spots on Grand in front.