I would love it it is clean save with great security service and nice bathroom. I am unemployed us…read morecitizen I am also a tax payer.

Love this library. So Many floors, so many books and a great…read morecommunity & event space. Its a quiet place to read, attend class, they even have movie screenings. They got bathrooms in almost every floor & a rooftop terrace in the summer. If you are a lover of books & enjoy visiting third spaces, this library is a perfect place for you! Highly recommend!

NYPL resonates good reads and appreciation for books. Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book…read moreLibrary targets the blind and visually impaired, but the public is welcome. This branch may be small in size but it has a strong presence to the visually impaired and to the public. Since childhood I always admire libraries for the tranquility and space for studying and working in solitude. Modern cushion chairs and lounge couches are ample available. Clean and welcoming environment. In the 2015 digital age era, sadly, no one value traditional libraries and books but I am unique and still patronize libraries. Information is power and knowledge is rooted in books. Come book worm hungry. From now until it is now again as my library card expiration of three year draws near, renewal was simple and quick. Note: NYPL library card is valid for three years which all library card holders must renew in person.

A+ for convenience, especially for picking up reserved books which I do every week…read more A+ for friendly staff and clean bathroom. A+ for quiet surroundings. And I'm happy to learn about the outdoor terrace from the other reviews here. The Muhlenberg used to be my branch, I switched here during its repair, and I am now sticking with Andrew Heiskell.

I worked in this neighborhood when this branch was originally opened in the early 2000's. I'm so…read morehappy to see it is still around and has survived. I stopped in and was greeted pleasantly. It wasn't overly crowded and there was room at the tables in the main room to sit. Great audio CD selection in the main seating area. I didn't venture downstairs, but more space there. Gonna update my library card soon, so I can take advantage of some of these great offerings! Happy to see them surviving!

I think I found my favorite new downtown branch of the NYPL to work in! It's located in SoHo, but…read moreyou'd never even notice unless you look outside the window and glance at the massive building across the street with its giant iron shutters and arched windows that probably was home to a factory or warehouse at one point. This branch is so peaceful and quiet, and it's clean and well-lit too. The communal tables have plenty of outlets available and the staff are always very friendly and helpful. There's even bench seating along the windows with little cafe style tables and outlets underneath. Simply perfect!

This is by far my favorite neighborhood library from all the libraries I've been to. The staff is…read moreso welcoming and nice to my kids and myself. Everyone had a smile on their face. The one thing I value besides the books is the kiddie area. It's is phenomenal and Jay is amazing as well. Jay keeps it clean and organize. Jay plays with the kids and he has value conversations with them as well. Jay does a baby group which I go to with my 15 month old daughter she loves it. At baby group Jay does songs, music and art time before the library is open to the public on Thursdays. (That's jay in the blue shirt) I enjoy the library and all jay does for the kids.

Get a library card at any nypl location. Log on to the website, select books, place a hold. Give it…read moresome time depending on the title's popularity (I got "Liberty and tyranny" in six weeks). Receive a notification via email. Go to the library, front desk is 7 feet from the entrance. Patiently wait for an ancient lady in front of you taking forever. Pick up a book. Go home. Renew multiple times online when you realize you have absolutely no time to read it. The crowd is exactly the same as it's at any free venue with seats and restrooms though I saw some students with laptops. A quick glance - overall the selection is pretty scarce. But thanks to one of those travel guides (there's a whole shelf) my vacation trip was very enjoyable.

The New York Public Library offers great spaces and resources across the city…read more This Harry Belafonte branch offers many tables with outlets, free Wifi, and computer stations for those to take advantage of - an important resource for the neighborhood! On the rare occasion that I've interacted with the staff, they've been friendly and helpful! While the branch's Adult media lending portion is relatively small, that's OK since you can order online from NYPL's spectacular, vast collection to pick up here! Upstairs, while I haven't visited, there's a Children's section. The only real negative for this location is that talking and other noises from the Children's section reverberate throughout the downstairs non-Children's space. A 2nd Floor noise barrier between the space and stairs might help alleviate the regular sounds of constant tumult heard by 1st Floor patrons. Also, I've noted some people who bring kids to this 1st Floor section to do homework can be quite chatty and, while fantastic and I absolutely commend them for helping kids, it's not always at a volume respectful of others who come there to use the facilities - preferably in a silent atmosphere. On the whole, it's awesome that NYPL maintains this W. 115th St. branch for the community! Thank you, NYPL!

New York Public Library the Harry Belafonte Branch opened two years after the book 'The Jungle' was…read morepublished in 1906. It's the classic architecture for libraries of the time it opened in 1908. This library is a nice walk from my apartment. The layout of reading material is by floor so you navigate upward for age appropriate reading materials. Last time I was in the neighborhood I forgot to stop in. I'm definitely going to return when I'm in the neighborhood. I know you want to see photos. Here's a photo of the book that changed the food industry. Or has it? Sometimes I feel that nothing really changes or we get lax. I recommend you read this book because it moved me. Look for it at the branch or NYPL online. The more you know........

I'm lucky to have such great neighborhood library at the epicenter of action on the busy Kings…read moreHighway. The facilities are always clean and well maintained. The staff are helpful and I've yet to encounter a rude staffer, which isn't uncommon at many other BPL branches. The passport center operates downstairs, in the basement level. Very convenient. Hours are mostly during the day, during work days, but a few morning Sunday hours are available for those who work standard work weeks. A wide array of activities are happening on daily at this location. Notifications and announcements are posted on the doors upon entrance. Very convenient for the community. Check the website to learn more, as some great finds might become available on a rolling basis. For example, Shakespeare in the Park was distributing tickets to free performances in the summer 2019.

The king's highway library is a large library with 3 floors …read more. main floor , 2 nd floor for kids & teens & a lower level which i see is for passport applications This libraries party trick is the laptop rental ( not sure if you're allowed to take them home) It's a nice library that's kept clean , quiet and has a ton of Russian books to cater to the neighborhoods overwhelming Russian / Ukrainian / Georgian etc. communities Stars deducted for Small outdated bathrooms Very few outlets to plug your own laptop in

Neat, bright library. And quiet! I know, I know... school hasn't started yet. But there were some…read moresmall children about, but it seemed as if their noise was swallowed by the high ceilings. There are two floors and you have to go up stairs to get to the first level, so I don't think it's ADA compliant. That aside, it's a nice, welcoming library. Just what every community needs.

This local branch is really working hard with their limited resources. Underwent renovations…read morerecently and it's a very quiet place to work or get a table if you can snag one of the few seats. Not many outlets, but lots of books available and a welcome home for people who need a place to get out of the heat or use some of their many services.

I've been to libraries all over Manhattan and Queens and this is hands down the BEST library. Even…read moreif it's a little smaller, the book selection is insane, like I easily found plenty of books that are on my TBR list. I would go much more often if I lived closer!

Clean, friendly environment, good for adults and even more so for kids and families. Nice places,…read morefurniture including low chairs and tables where kids feel comfortable and can gather around or sit by themselves. Not just books but even toys to keep preschoolers happy. This is smaller than some other nearby libraries but had enough of a selection of children's books for our purpose. The now "standard" technology of NYC public libraries where checking out and returning books (five at a time) is a breeze. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Harry (I think that was his name) guided me through the process of becoming a member, getting a card, getting it on an App on my cellphone so I didn't need to carry it around, etc. Nice to see that personal attention in busy NYC, that too by city employees! Like in many NYC facilities parking is hard to find here (including metered paid) and there's no library parking.