Sacramento Public Library – Arden-Dimick

I was here for a field trip with my small humans (Chaperone time)
This library is really cute. I like the open set up. The people that work there seem very friendly and helpful.
My kiddos got their first library cards and are super excited!
We checked out our first books from here.
They also have movie nights here check their calendars. I think that is pretty exciting, and cool.
Something to do on an evening that is quiet and will get the kids calm. :)

Their book selection could be better, but all in all the place is pretty nice. Very quiet, clean, and has lots of seating. Getting a library card is free and super easy. So is returning and checking out books – just scan, print receipt and you’re good to go. No need to bother anyone.

As I come to this Arden-​Dimick Library today on July 1^st, 2015, the atmosphere is not that bad at all! The size of this library is medium wide, so you can find good seats nor tables, so you can do school or work projects, reading a book or newspaper/​magazines, and simply using their free wi-​fi for your laptop or tablet. This library has a good, amount of books and artifacts, so I can find the book (s) what I want to requested for. The bookshelvers and clerks are very friendly and approachable, so I have no problems for them this time because this service is very good.
There’s a good, small study room in the middle of the library too, so you can study for the tests, or practicing business presentations too! I wish the study room needs to extend a little room, so it could be a better idea to fill up to 12 people in my opinion.
The parking is quite smaller, yet it has a good, ample of parking spots to park there easier. Otherwise, you can ride a bike, transit, or walk there in no time.
In the end, the Arden-​Dimick library is a good Sacramento Public Library spot in the Arden-​Arcade neighborhood where you can read and relax your mind easier whether it’s reading, or simply finding good resources on their PC computers. Perfect for all ages; young and old. I’ll give this place a solid 3 stars. A worthy visit!

I live in the Sierra Oaks neighborhood so this is my closet library. I own only Mac products so when I found myself needing to use a PC I decided to come check this place out. It’s a decent sized library. I used to live in Los Altos, CA where they have a new state of the art gorgeous library so I guess I am a little spoiled. To use a computer you must have a library card which is easy to get and then sign up for a reservation. I have found there is almost always a wait which can be frustrating at times. I even came to the library first thing in the morning and did not get a computer. The library has a mix of people but does have some homeless that wander around. I’ve only been here a few times but I feel there is room for this library to get more stars.

The nicest, most helpful librarians I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. Doesn’t smell like pee. Could use more parking but it’s in a very convenient location for me to stop on my way home.
I don’t really understand the selection complaints. Clearly these folks haven’t registered online and discovered the beauty of having ANY book in the Sacramento Library system delivered to the library of your choice. It doesn’t get any easier people…
Oh wait-​yes it does. With your card-​you can also download ebooks and audiobooks to your kindle, phone or computer. Immediately.
High five to the library!

it was the only library open on a Tuesday night that was near me. Kinda small bunch of people there just to use the free computers and internet. good thing all the taxes I pay are going to good use.

This is a decent library location. The parking lot is kinda small though. I haven’t had any trouble parking but I haven’t been here at peak times like on weekends. They have some computers but really not that many so it can be hard to use the computers here. I think they have free wi-​fi though like at other library locations. They do sell some books but its not a huge selection like you can find at some other libraries. The books they have to check out are a nice selection and its pretty big. Personally, I like to reserve books using their online tool. Overall this is a pretty good library. Its not my favorite location but its good.

The people here seem nice enough. Downside is that I feel like the book selection is smaller than some of the other library in Sac such as Belle College. IT is definitely an older library so unfortunately there are not enough plugs for my laptops and it seems pretty crowded. IF I am in the area and needed to study I wouldn’t mind going here.

Crappy place to study– waaay too many screaming/​running/​unattended children no matter what time I’ve been there (5 attempts now). It’s a LIBRARY, not a community center! Separate soundproof area for kids, pls!

This library is the closest to my home so I go there often. However, its small it’s book collection outdated BUT the staff is awesome and they host really neat community events for families and kids. Whenever I want to check out a new book I just put the request in online and have it sent to Arden-​Dimick. My overall experience at this location has been okay!
K.J.

We started going to the Arden-​Dimick Library for their toddler storytime. Ms. Janet is wonderful! She’s got great energy for the kids without it being too much or seeming fake. My daughters both adore her and really enjoy the stories and activities every week. This summer they brought in Art Beast and a Lego activity, which brought some nice variety to the program (and gave Ms. Janet a well deserved break!) If you have kids ages 18 months to five years you really should check it out!
The other librarians have always been courteous and helpful when I’ve been there, and believed me when I’d returned books that hadn’t been logged in yet so I didn’t have to pick and choose which books to check out that day.
The library is small enough to not be overwhelming, but big enough to have a great selection of books. The children’s area has puzzles, bean bag chairs, and a computer to keep the kids entertained and learning.
The library staff regularly changes around the book displays with new books, and has a shelf dedicated to a theme — a recent example would be books that have been made into movies — that have introduced me to a number of great reads that I would not have found otherwise.
I haven’t seen the homeless folks or the security patrols that previous reviewers mentioned. But honestly I wouldn’t have a problem with either — everyone should have access to the public library, and a visible security presence is rarely a bad thing.
I love being able to request titles online and pick them up at the library when they have arrived. It definitely adds significantly to my reading pleasure to not have to run around Sacramento to find what I’m looking for.

I would give this place 0 stars if possible. Everytime I visit the library there is a good amount of homeless people skulking around the place. Inside (where I don’t have to worry about people begging for change) is very far from modern. The people are generally kept quiet but most of the tables are arranged in awkward ways, also most of the chairs are made out of wood which can be really uncomfortable when a college student like myself needs to study for long periods of time. This place needs a serious remodel. What sent me over the «Im never comming back» edge, was today. Just the general lack of customer service and understanding. Usually librarians are supposed to be knowledgable and helpful. Not here.

I’m playing fiddle here this afternoon for a Victorian Dance, so I’ll review my experiences. I am glad that that library is encouraging living history activities.

UPDATE about this library’s AC — Sometime in mid-​May they got it fixed! Arden-​Dimick is literally cool again: O)
Arden-​Dimick Library is 1.1 miles from my apartment. I like walking to places near my apartment but there are only a half-​dozen places I’d actually walk to.
I’ve been reading about how libraries are surpassing starbucks as the «third place» of choice for humans who want to be around other humans.
I don’t know if it’s true or if people just want to seem more smart than they are. As long as people don’t treat Borders like a library and the library like Borders, I’m cool.
The librarians at this branch are pleasant. Sometimes they let you borrow six CDs instead of five, or help you find a book by walking with you to the shelf. The patrons here are also pleasant.
The library has free wi-​fi and if you don’t bring your laptop, there are a dozen computers hooked up.
However, about two weeks ago the air conditioning busted so they had to bring in some industrial fans. I will be glad when the a/​c gets fixed.
This branch has a copy of «The Red Balloon» (the book, not film. although they may have the film on vhs). It was helpful they had several employment books published in the last three years, too.
Arden-​Dimick is not as shiny and new as Carmichael. It doesn’t have as many CDs as Arcade. Its reference section is small compared to Central. But that is what interlibrary loan is for.