The best! Wonderful programs and welcoming environment ... they will always try their best to…read morelocate new books

Beacon's public library is a great addition to the bustling downtown district! We always make a…read morepoint to visit the local library whenever we travel, and Howland is no exception to many of the wonderful libraries we've visited in the greater New York area! The library is a bit smaller than some of the others (then again, we're spoiled by the vastness of the Mahopac Public Library), but doesn't skimp on book selection and friendliness of the staff. This is also an excellent place to visit with children - their youth section is robust and it always seems like there's some fun programming for kids going on whenever we visit. The Howland Public Library is a definite asset to the Beacon community, and a must-visit to add to your list when you're in town!

This is my favorite library in Orange County, which says a lot because I love most of them…read more It's everything I look for in a library and more. They are also good about informing the public about community offerings. I've discovered so many lovely community groups and events by simply popping into the library. The library itself is good about booking engaging activities and events.

This is a special announcement the Harriet Tubman sculpture has arrived,it will only be here for 2…read moremonths. It was created by an Emmy/Academy award winning sculptor Wesley Wofford. Run don't walk to be amazed,words does not do it justice, & by the way it was what Harriet was about

I adore libraries - must be the nerd in me - and I love the Butterfield Library in Cold Spring. The…read moreadorable brick building aside, it is everything I think of when imagining the perfect library: historic, well-preserved interior, complete with (nonfunctional) fireplace; large guilded paintings of the founders, dressed in fine 19th century garb; neatly stacked shelves; graceful tables for sitting and reading; and a friendly staff. The library is small - the literature/fiction section is in front, while most of the historical and non-fiction texts are located in the larger room, which has a stage for presentations. There is also a children's section downstairs, and the library has two computers for browsing the card catalog. I've been able to find books I've wanted here, but just as often end up requesting items through Butterfield's interlibrary loan system (remember, it's a small place). But I don't care where the books come from, really - I just love climbing the front steps, opening the door and entering Library Land. Not chaotic, we-must-queue-up-New-York-Public-Library-land, but Old Fashioned Library Land, where you can gather your books together and linger, because lingering is necessary and encouraged.

Awesome place! It's a bit small and doesn't have the largest collection, but those library ladies…read morewill help you find anything - even if it isn't in the county catalog! Super nice and super helpful - they have a very good dvd collection and even some vhs too!

This newly renovated library is beautiful. I always go with my 2 year old to "buy books from the…read morelibrary" so I haven't had a chance to explore the whole library yet. The kids section is wonderful though. They have a ton of books (obviously), computers, a coloring area, puzzles, and toys. I love it. One day I will go back by myself to peruse the rest of the library. The librarians are always so sweet and helpful. If you download the app you can get tons of ebooks and audiobooks as well. The audiobooks have been VERY helpful on my long commute.

Beautiful gorgeous new library--brand new books-everything spotless. However, the librarians are…read morethe most miserable people I have ever encountered in a library. They effectively ousted a group of middle school students because they sat in the younger kid section. They have no real area in the library for them, yet wouldn't let them sit in the window seats. The old, white haired lady at the circulation desk spent most of her time biting everyone's head off-have never felt less welcome in a library before.

Beautiful setting very helpful people at the desk. Very quick to wait on you and to look up any…read morematerials you ask about.

This library is comfortable and welcoming and the staff is extremely helpful - anything you need…read morethey will obtain for you. Downstairs is a large meeting room and a wonderful maker space you should be sure to visit. Outdoors there is a beautiful reading garden and a walking path open to all.

Situated in a quaint building on the corner with a few bistro tables under the shade of the trees…read moreoutside. I decided to check it out. Surprisingly they have 3 floors of books, a children, adolescent, and large print sections. I really didn't expect such a varied selection of books. It can compare to some NYP libraries, which I'm used to visiting. They have a friendly staff. They accept book donations; a good way to clear space at home for more books.

First time at this library since moving to this area. I came here to get a new library card which…read morewas a quick and easy process. I asked for the quiet section because I'm studying for a very important exam and was told that upstairs is the area to be. However, I get upstairs and almost immediately I hear talking and loud talking and only from the staff. This is by far the noisiest library I've ever been to. I'm better off at home with my noisy 3 year old. If you need a quiet place to be or study, then this is not the place to be. I will continue to look in other areas for a quieter setting.

Forget that it's incorrectly located on Yelp and that it's no longer a library. The building is…read morenamed after the Rushmore of Mount Rushmore, who had it built and who lived in Highland Mills. It's built of stones in a style that was commonly used in this part of Orange County, NY. It now is used as the office for the Town Historian. It's on Route 32 a few miles north of Woodbury Common Premium Outlets.

So well kept, such a great selection and amenities. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable.well lit…read moreand adequate parking, also walking distance to the old Salesian school.

This isn't my home library but am here far more than my home location because it's a comfortable…read morelibrary with knowledgeable staff. It is a RCLS library. Parking is good.

Small public library in Highland falls. Very child friendly…read more They even have toys for children in the middle of the children's library. Kids play with toys and puzzles Good place to be to encourage learning and play and socialisation

Cute little library, we visited the children's area for awhile. Looked like a good selection of…read morechildren's books available and lots of toys for kids to play with. The space was very clean and well presented