The South Berwick library is housed in a renovated Catholic Church and it's just beautiful. It's…read moreusually very quiet in here unless there is a story time for children going on in one of the side rooms. I became a member a couple of years ago after I moved back to SoBo. The staff are very friendly and accommodating if you need to find a book or use a computer. I love coming in here to relax and read or to print something. It's free for locals. 5c a page to print.

this is a really nice library overall. plenty of chillspace/seating and a good selection. pretty…read morespacious. bathrooms u need to ask for a key to use.

Don't know why one of the clerks there felt compelled to offer an unsolicited book review. Now I'm…read moreeven more perplexed than at the time because it such a great read!

If you are a history buff, you have to check out the Portsmouth Athenaeum! The front door is…read moresomewhat hidden but if you walk a little bit up the block from Starbucks you'll find it. Couple flights of stairs or an elevator and you find yourself in the middle of a pretty neat research library. We went to the North End History exhibit and it was super-informative and very interesting. Lots of neat old photos and details about parts of Portsmouth we drive by on a regular basis without realizing their historical significance. Ask for James, ask a few questions, and sit back and laugh as he takes the history of the area and wraps it up in funny and memorable stories and anecdotes. Just a note - finish your food and coffee before visiting. There are some incredibly old books in this place and you don't want to spill!

When I wandered into the Portsmouth Athenaeum I had a Belle from Beauty and the Beast moment. The…read morelibrary is not as grand as Beast's, but there is something magical about being around really, really old books and stuff. We met a man who was working (or was he just hanging out? not sure) there and was nice enough to give us a special tour of the place! He was so knowledgeable about the history of Portsmouth and was so passionate about the town. I saw some really neat artifacts here, including whale vertebrae...which totally made me squeal in excitement. Just take a visit to the Portsmouth Athenaeum and strike up a conversation. You never know what you will discover!

Well taken care of, friendly staff, and an old timely feel as it's location is within the mills…read morebuilding! Smells like history and that's what I love most in a library! Very organized with some cozy spots to hangout if you wish to read somewhere quiet and full of resources.

This library is a little hard to find if you've never been here, but if you keep alert, you'll see…read moresome signs directing you. I am a fan of renovating old mills, so this library's location didn't disappoint! I went on a Monday morning, around 10, with my 15-month-old daughter. We were the only ones there. I was delighted when we turned the corner to enter the library. It's very nicely decorated! It still needs work in some areas, but it's clear that a lot of thought and work has gone into making this a comfortable and inviting place. The librarian was SO nice. We had a friendly conversation and she was very helpful. I'd like to come back for storytime to get a more well-rounded picture. The only reason for 4 stars at this time...no baby changing station in the bathroom (which was a little icky...)! It's fine...I'm used to changing her on the floor no matter where we are. But sometimes it's awkward with other people around. Thankfully, we were all alone.

It's so much bigger than it appears from the street! Beautiful, clean surroundings for all ages. A…read moredelightful community library dedicated to the public it serves. I'm impressed.

My library, of which I live litterally 1 block from, of which I have tried to visit for the last 5…read moreyears I have lived here but yet to find open. Cute little yellow house small town library, which is never, and I mean never open. It's probably just a meth-house that the town of Rochester runs to keep its inhabitants interesting. It's ok I'm from Portland Oregon originally and we appreciate that our town is weird, we just also have libraries that are open and we appreciate reading. Duuuur.

The library is running an event April 4th with a "story time" clearly meant for grown-ups, but it's…read morebeing advertised directly to children. If I were a donor or a local business, I'd pull away as quickly as I could from an organization making choices like this. This feels like a public relations disaster waiting to happen.

For two hours this afternoon, the Baxter library was my "office" and I was able to charge up…read morelaptops and phone, take a quiet Zoom call and send a bunch of work emails. I might even have been able to sneak in a Yelp review or two. This isn't a huge library but they have an organized catalog of books, a free wifi and workspaces with power outlets available. It is a quiet space and great for study. [Review 18558 overall - 109 in Maine - 2080 of 2022.]

Everything they we're friendly knowable good selection of accessories lots of great ideas for local…read moremeetups

During my temporary time working in the area I would visit often to take advantage of the free WiFi…read morebut it soon became a second home for me the staff is super friendly and helpful, securing me private rooms to conduct work and helping to direct me to all the amazing attractions there are around the town, and of course I have to mention they have an amazing selection of books and other forms of entertainment for all ages.

I love the PPL, its magazines and newspapers, books and many exhibits. There's a section to eat…read morelunch and read books, also to look at the many used clothes brought into the library free to anyone in need.

I was in Portsmouth for a day and needed to kill some time so I spent several hours at this…read morelibrary. There's a lot of chairs and tables by windows so you can get some natural sunlight while you read or work. The second floor has a lot of maps and information about Portsmouth which is nice if you're unfamiliar with the area. The staff is very friendly and help. I'd definitely like to visit again sometime!

York library is a treasure. Great children's room, downstairs on a separate level where noise is…read morenot disturbing to adult patrons. Also, children's offerings- story times, crafts, etc- are relaxed and wonderful. The building is beautiful, an oasis in this bustling beach town. Friendly, professional, knowledgeable staff.