Staff is always super friendly! I really loved what they did for christmas! Super cute. Just keep…read morein mind, parking is a bit limited!

The Lincoln Library is wonderful! * Wonderful Librarians…read more* Wonderful Building * A warm and very welcoming place!

A great historical building. If you are interested in architecture or in local history, this…read morelibrary is an interesting stop. It also complements the setting along the Charles River quite well. It is across from the Charles River Coffee shop, allowing my perfect morning of getting breakfast, checking out a book and reading it overlooking the waterfall (inside the library if the weather is not quite right or down at the waterfall otherwise.) In the basement is the historical society museum. Again, this is a great stop if you are interested in local history, or if you just want a low-key place to spend the day. If you have children, keep an eye out for the story hour flag that is outside when stories are being read inside.

My most favorite library ever!…read more Firstly (and probably least importantly) it is in a great old building (but no disabled access, just so as you know). The library itself is pretty much one big room. Which is kind of my favorite part. Because you can bring your kids in, and while they look at kids books/play with toys you can look at books for YOURSELF! Yes, adult books! At most libraries trying to take your young kids to the adult section can be trying. There is no time to look at books. If your kids are really young they're probably running/crawling away or pulling books off shelves. If they're older they are probably bored and fighting. Or asking endless questions. No time to browse there! But at the Bacon Free library they can look at the kids books (or play with toys) while you look at the adult books. My real actual favorite part though, is the staff. They are super friendly and very accepting. And they know their stuff too. You can say "so I heard a bit on the radio the other day about this book that sounded really interesting. I'm not sure who it's by or what the title is, but it was about..." And chances are they'll know what you're talking about. I'm sure other libraries have nice staff too, but due to the small and intimate size of the Bacon Free Library you really get to see and interact with the staff (and like I said they're super helpful!) Now they don't have all the books in the world (although they do have thousands). But they can request any book for you through the Minuteman Catalog, and send you an email once it arrives and is ready for pick up. They have many programs. Our favorites are story hour (Wed & Fri at 10am). Many kids programs at other libraries require you to sign up in advance, and also limit the ages of the children. Which is VERY frustrating if you have kids of mixed ages. What are you meant to do with the other kid while one is in story hour? At the Bacon Free Library it's simple - everyone is welcome! No sign up necessary, just show up at 10am. Art for all (one Friday a month 3-5pm) is also great. The only downside are the hours - they're not open every day at the same hour (budget cuts - they're only there part time now). Check out the website for the hours before you go.

This is a great library, lots of books, magazines, music you can take out. Then they automatically…read morerenew some materials for two weeks. They keep you updated by email. There is a big parking lot, so you don't have to pay. I highly recommend visiting. And coming regularly . It's by the high school, and there's a place to walk as well as a park. Very good location.

My go to library well stocked and nice staff. It looses a star for frequent closures like making a…read morelong holiday weekend for a single federal holiday or for this ongoing HVAC construction.

Good to know: 1)…read moreThis place is teeny tiny. 2) The selection skews heavily towards kids books and young adult fiction. 3) The hours are less than ideal; and it's closed on weekends. 4) On-hand media selection is limited. 5) There are only a few computers, but there's almost always one available. 6) There's a convenient drop box for books outside the front doors if you need to return books when they are closed. Better to know: 1) In person, over the phone, or on-line (with a minuteman library card) you can request materials from any other library in the minuteman network, and they will be delivered here. They will e-mail you when they get there, and all you have to do is walk in and hand them your card at the desk. Saving you time, and frustration. You can also renew books on-line. 2) Libraries are very in right now. Save money and be green all at the same time!

When I found out there was a branch of the public library so close to my house, I squealed…read more When I found out it wasn't open on weekends, I was sad. But still, the awesomeness of the library completely outweighs the fact that it's hours are not what I would want them to be. The staff is unbelievably friendly. Sometimes I feel silly for always checking out books that are less than the highest quality of literature (can I help it if young adult sci fi makes awesome bus reading?), but they don't judge. I'm also continually impressed with their DVD selection. Awesome service, awesome selection, less than awesome hours, but still definitely a good alternative to paying for books that I'll just have to move or paying to rent DVD's!

Great resource for kids & adults! They have weekly events with enthusiast new & old staff. Always…read morehelpful & friendly finding books and/or items in stock or other library's through the Minute Man Library Network. Here's some highlights: - new ADA entrance leading to bottom floor kids room - Museum Pass - online & in-person programs and events - free subscriptions (Hoopla, kanopy) - Library of Things adult & kids - DVDs, video games, audio & E-books - Seed library - dedicated Teen Loft - 3D printing One thing I love that they started during Covid was contact free pickup which they still do. Order the books and they place them out front for pickup. Super easy and convenient and fun surprise if you ask them to pick for you! Plus they have added home delivery for the mobility challenged! Here's info on delivery https://youtu.be/8o6jFPxCJXo Parking lot still small and shared with the trail so sometimes very crowded

While it's a unique spot with a lovely couch and armchair area, it's always noisy because it's so…read moresmall. The quiet area is rarely quiet because it's right next to the information, checkout and event areas and voices carry. Unless you bring something noise cancelling it's not a great place for extended study periods. Framingham downtown library is best for that.

This is a neat community library. It reminds me of the neighborhood libraries of my youth. The ones…read morescattered in a city's neighborhoods. They have a solid children's section with books, puzzles, and games. They have a nice collection (small though) of adult books. and best of all it is air conditioned making it a nice walking destination for the family. Note: it's not big and it's not exquisite but it's neat!

I really wanted to love our visits to Fox Library, especially as a parent bringing young children…read more Unfortunately, our experiences haven't been very welcoming. The librarians have come across as unfriendly and impatient, particularly toward kids. Instead of feeling like a warm, inviting space for families, it often feels tense and uncomfortable. Libraries should be places where children feel encouraged to explore books, ask questions, and build a love of reading. I hope the library can work on creating a more positive and kid-friendly atmosphere, because the community truly deserves that kind of environment

I just want to acknowledge an employee at Edith M. Fox Library in East Arlington. She is so…read morehelpful everytime I go in and recently was able to get a book for me by going out of her way to do that. She is always helpful and does it with a smile. I appreciate all that she does for me,helping me, every time. Her name is LEE and she is AMAZING! I give her a big FIVE STARS. I love this Library and am so glad LEE works there.

Susan, one of the librarians, is one of the worst librarians or desk clerk at this place. She is…read morerude beyond belief and should be fired. She makes it so uncomfortable to go to this library, and when you ask her a question, she is snarky, condescending, mean-spirited and should be fired. We know many people who do not care for her and now go to other libraries. Just terminate her, she looks so miserable in her job and ruins the atmosphere for everyone. Tracey

The Weston Public Library has a very nice children's section and a lot of great activities! My…read morethree-year-old daughter absolutely loves visiting the library. They have different story times for different ages so they are more tuned to specific age groups than ones we'd attended at other libraries. The craft activities and play areas (including a Lego table) are also a huge hit.