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Boise Public Library

715 South Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID 83702
208 384 4076
Ranked #4 of 82 attractions in Boise
5.0 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Libraries
Most recent review
- May 2, 2012
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Vista, CA
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9 reviews 9 reviews
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 2, 2012

My wife and I briefly visited the Boise Public Library last week. We only had an hour and we mainly sought out the Internet service. We were granted a free one-year's visitors pass. We found several available PCs. Speed was excellent and navigation was easy. The only problem that we encountered was an older person nearby who kept publicly muttering... More

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Boise, Idaho
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6 reviews 6 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 27, 2012

I can check-out or return a book to any library in the area--how convenient! I love taking my kids to story time and other programs. More

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Boise, ID
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 23, 2012

It's terrific to have a satellite library close to home. Service is terrific and find New Books quite appealing. Very comfortable as well. More

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Boise, Idaho
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21 reviews 21 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 9, 2012

Go for the books only. The resources might be limited if you are from a bigger city but it's a good library. More

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Boise, ID
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22 reviews 22 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 3, 2012

Our library is a great place. It is one of my favorite places to go in town. I agree with other reviewers, it could be a more inspiring building, with open areas and more natural light (like some of the newer libraries in town). But I don't think the building was built to be a library, it was retroffited, so... More

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Boise, Idaho
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6 reviews 6 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012
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wonderful staff and a willingness to help; children's section lovely and friendly More

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Boise
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26 reviews 26 reviews
20 helpful votes 20 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2012
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Average for our city-size, but don't expect anything else besides books, movies, and family events. Not as inspiring as Seattle's or Salt Lake's, but there are many well-lit places to read. I love the used bookstore because of the prices. I'm always checking for the classics. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 18, 2012
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They are very helpful and have great programs for young children. More

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Boise, Idaho
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012
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Great place to go with my granddaughter for a huge selection of books, movies, music, if you were to need to use the computer, and much much more. The people that work there are very helpful and friendly, if you are trying to find something. You can even call ahead for a book if you are rushed, and they will... More

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Boise, Idaho
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 28, 2011

Libraries are all excellent; staff also, and very helpful. I love libraries. These are not the most beautiful you'll ever see, but the staff can't be beat. They are kind, very dedicated individuals who go out of their way to help patrons. More

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