Virginia Village Branch Library

I’ve been to several Denver Public Libraries and once again, I find myself impressed. The library was clean, quiet and the staff was helpful. What more could you ask for in a library? They were out of the specific book that I was looking for but they were kind enough to put me on the waiting list and I’ll receive a text when the book is returned.

This is my go-​to Denver library. It is the one I have saved as my default send my hold books here please and that is a big deal in the world of library holds as you know. Their parking lot is an appropriate size. There are always spots. Last time I went, it smelled funny inside, but that was the first time I’d had that issue. Virginia Village doesn’t look all that big, but once you get in there, it’s a pretty big collection, plus they have graphic novel section. Maybe all libraries do now. I’m still living in 1987 library world.

This quiet little branch is one of my favorites. It’s peaceful, friendly and in a really nice location.

I can’t exactly pinpoint why, but I have forsaken the library in recent years. Maybe it has something to do with my Kindle or the fact that I’ve been shopping online and in used bookstores. Whatever the reason, it was not a smart decision.
Because the library rocks! Denver has a floating collection, which means you can return a book to any branch, even if you didn’t check it out there. You can also go online to reserve a book and have it delivered to the branch of your choice for pick up. Or you can check out an electronic copy of a book and download it to your e-​reader. You can even check out movies, music, and digital magazines! Whaaaaat?!
This library is the closest branch to my home and it’s a great place. The building feels larger on the inside than it looks on the outside. A meeting room sits right off the lobby and there are a few other rooms inside for small group discussions. Of course, there are plenty of comfy spots to sit and read and work tables if you need more space. The kids’ section is fairly expansive and the library hosts regular weekly story times. The We Love A Mystery Book Club meets on the third Wednesday of each month. The librarians here are just wonderful — very helpful and friendly. If they look busy, you can always use the self checkout.
So don’t be a dummy like me, check out the library!

I like this library. They have a great selection of movies which is what I mostly visit here for. It’s right up the street and I enjoy riding my bike up and back. Whenever I need a book I select it online so I know it will be there for me since this is on the small side. The librarians are very nice and extremely helpful. I love the self check out, not sure if all the DPL have this but I think it’s really great, unless you have someone in front of you who has trouble using it!

So, this is the new library in my hood. It is small, and possibly the loudest library I have ever visited. There are plenty nooks and crannies to hideaway and read quietly, but FYI this is a location for the little people. The young adult section is almost all animé, so if you have a teen, they will be bored quickly unless they are into Manga.
The librarians are fair. Some nice, some not so nice, but helpful if you ask.
Amazingly enough, I have found lots of new books that I have not seen in other libraries even though all the sections are smaller and less stocked. The video/​DVD section is also up to date and I have found tons of new movies to rent.
Seeing as I can order anything I need and have it delivered to this location, it’s all good~

It’s up in da hood yo. This is a tiny library, in the Denver Public Branch. You’ll find almost nothing here but if you ask the clerk for a book (or other media) they will find it for you and have it sent to the V.V. branch, how nice.
It’s very quiet, never crowded, and you can check out your own books, lovely!