This is quite the impressive library in downtown Yakima!…read more A lot is changed in downtown since we last lived here roughly 15 years ago. Growing up, we definitely underutilized the libraries in town, but being away in areas where libraryuse was encouraged and where the activities there were sought out, we figured it was time to check things out in town. The library system throughout the valley is very impressive. Everything from Sunnyside on up to Yakima is well integrated and they have much more to offer than I previously appreciated. At the downtown branch, there is a lot of stuff to see and do! Just to the left after entering is a kids area with some toys, educational materials and lots of kids books. In the room past that, there's a sitting area for reading as well as plenty of computers if there something that you need to get done thereor if you just need Internet access. I believe it's a one hour time limit but it can be re-upped if needed. They have access to tons of different journals, online catalogs and even a couple of very industry specific programs. It's a nice option if you don't want to pay for such things at home. The upstairs is full of more books including a very impressive cookbook section. It's nice to have that option to grab one and try it out before buying. The folks that work here are incredibly pleasant and very helpful. In the summer times they even have a number of STEM related programs and activities for kids. Growing up here, I had no idea that these resources were available within the library system. Now that we're back, we're going to make sure that we utilize them!

This is a great library to go to and the staff is always very friendly and very helpful. In my…read moreopinion it's my favorite library out of all the ones in yakima.

I have been hearing about this library for sometime from my kiddos, and finally had a chance to…read moremeet them there one evening. What a cool library to have in a small setting like this! As you walk into this library, it's basically the kids section as the left half of the building and the remainder is the adolescent and adult portion. The kids section has movies, books, some great play areas, some computers with lots of learning related programs and, most exciting way, a bunch of animals! They have a bunch of lizards, fish, snakes and a number of turtles in glass enclosures around the kids area. There's even a Tiranchula for spider lovers - It's quite the menagerie! The animals are a great addition to the library and give the kiddos something else to interact with. The computers have plenty of educational games on them and as is becoming more frequent, our 5 and 7!year olds figure out how the games work faster than I do...I remember thinking about that would never be me and here we are! All good though as I can still best them at Mario cart! The folks working here are very helpful and made getting our book on Star wars legos and book on reptiles very easy! And you can return anything at other libraries in the area - key for when we've received our fourth reminder email. Yay Reading + Animals + Computers + Movies + Games!

The admissions was very rude when I went in person she repeated twice to fill out a form I needed…read morebut I asked if I could get an email but she just ignored me and told me too fill out the form, sorry for interrupting your internet scrolling, the woman had long straight brown hair and appeared older. Not very helpful and very stressful.

I am an alumni and I have been emailing the staff. And no response. I personally think it's…read moreextremely unfortunate that I can't get a response. I've been emailing now for months. I am just trying to get my diploma mailed to my new address. I filled out forms to get it and. No response. I've called and no response. The names of staff are: Jacky Gutierrez YVC Registration&Records and Yecenia Chacon.

What a great local business…read more -Great selection -Amazing costumer service -Great place to find your next great read (or trade in your last) -I love the smell and feel of a real book and this place has a crazy large selection - Nice selection and the variety on offer let me leave store with something for not just myself, but my daughter -reminds me of when Id get a coffee and walk around Barns-N-Noble hunting for my next Great read -The owner helped me track down a cupple of older out of print books.

Where some bookstores feel like you wandered into someone's basement - eclectic, dusty, and a bit…read moredisorganized - walking into Encore Books feels more like a library: clean, orderly, and well-stocked. It doesn't take long to figure out where things go in Encore Books. Pocket-sized paperbacks fill the shelves in the middle of the store, while larger paperbacks and hardcovers are placed around the edges. Sections are clearly defined and well-alphabetized, making it easy to see if they have something you're looking for. If you're having trouble finding something, the staff I spoke to was friendly and helpful - they'll set you right with a smile. With both used and new books on the shelves, the prices are quite reasonable. Their "blind date with a book" feature is a fun addition and a great way to encourage trying new books. While I often prefer a bookstore that encourages exploration and comes with a little mystery, a place like Encore Books is perfect when you're looking for that one book you can't seem to find anywhere else. They care about what they're doing, and it shows.

Great staff. Great events too! Tuesday is network coffee…read morehour. Coffee is hot and donuts are fresh. Place is packed!

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