Staff was very helpful when I wanted to create a library card. Glad I came to visit when I was in…read moreSaratoga Springs!

I love this library. When we first moved to NYS and started house-hunting, this library and the…read morevibe of downtown drew me to the Saratoga area. I was sad leaving the home, work and friends I had made over the previous 8 years and the library simply felt comfortable and welcoming. One of my initial experiences after our relocation was in their computer classes. Kathy is a wonderful teacher and I looked forward to seeing her smiling face. They offer a wide variety of classes and services for the public. I have taken several computer classes, an introduction to coding class, a cupcake decorating and a dessert class. I have also attended a preschool play group. The main floor features books, cds and dvds for adults. It also has a used book store that I check out regularly for unbelievable bargains. Every Christmas I do an advent tower of books (instead of a calendar) for my friend's little girls. They love unwrapping a book every day until Christmas. Purchasing quite a few of the books there helps keep my costs low for this tradition. There is also a cafe with baked goods, sandwiches, coffee and tea. There are plenty of computers for public use on each floor and help is readily available when needed.The lines are never very long at the numerous check out areas and they have some very practical options for busy patrons. I typically browse the catalog online at home and make my requests via computer allowing me to choose books from libraries all over the Capital region. I check my account regularly and often just run in, return books I have finished and pick up a stack of requested material they have gathered for me. The staff is very friendly and efficient. They make the use of the facilities very convenient. The lower level houses the children's selections, a playroom and story rooms. There are special holiday events , kids classes and so many wonderful activities hosted here. An events calendar is available in print at the facility and online on the website. The upper level has reference materials, plenty of study areas and the computer classroom complete with a 3D printer that can be hired out for projects. Parking can sometimes be difficult, particularly on the weekends or holidays and that keeps them from earning a 5th star. There is truly something for everyone here and I encourage you to visit and/or check out the numerous possibilities thru the website.

Wonderful, friendly, helpful librararians can get you whatever you need. Nice children's library…read more Be sure to check out the Williamstown Historical Museum in the back of the library.

For a smaller library in a village of about 2500 people, the Corinth Free Library packs a decent…read morewallop. There's no wasted space and there's a good book selection. They sponsor a lot of local activities. Their Internet connection PCs get a lot of use. They don't have a parking lot, but they have a lot of curbside parking, and of course a great view of the Hudson River. My mom gets books here regularly. She stays on waiting lists for many of her books, and she says the books typically become available in about one-third the time it takes at larger libraries such as the Saratoga Springs Public Library.

I drive about 30 minutes every time I visit this wonderful library, even though I pass by at least…read moretwo other libraries on the way. It's absolutely worth the drive! I really appreciate the peaceful and welcoming environment, the excellent management team, and the thoughtful overall layout of the library. It's a great place to study, focus, and get work done.

I grew up in Brooklyn, NY and any times politicians needed money, they cut funding to libraries…read morebecause who needs to read, right? When I moved up to Clifton Park in 2018, I discovered this beautiful library and fell in love with it. Wonderful people, great events, very community minded. Thid library is, in a long life of reading, my favorite.

I love this library!! I am new to town and have been delighted to find a lovely group of people at…read morethis library, who are interested in books, learning, and building community. I have felt so welcomed and had all my study and tech requests accommodated. The staff really go the extra distance to help me find the right titles, and to bring them in from other libraries, if needed. The free library also has a lively schedule of activities and clubs meeting weekly. The building itself is a classic, and it is a wonderful feeling to come in out of the weather, select a book, and spend a quiet hour in one of the cool antique wooden chairs by the piano or by a stately window. My family and I walk there and visit our new library every chance we get, and really enjoy this new tradition. Hudson Falls Free Library hits just the right note for a small town library, and it is just how libraries ought to be! A valuable part of a complex, historic, and beautiful community, in upstate New York.

Couldn't believe how ridiculously this place is run. I needed to print something out and it was a…read morequarter a page which is understandable but I was supposed to print out one thing it printed out 3 and one of those pages with three words $0.25 is not a big deal but when you've been out of work for two months and the person that's working there acts lile it's going to break them for a page to be printed and you can't pay for it this is a public Run library I just couldn't believe how rude the woman was.

Nice little library. The librarians are friendly, but holy smokes are they loud! Forget about…read morequietly reading or working here. I was forced to listen to all of the ebbs and flows and controversies of their work day. It is a small place so I expect to overhear conversations of nearby workers, but their voices are extremely loud.

People need to remember that library's are meant to be quiet places. We don't talk in our outside…read morevoice, we don't hang out in the stacks and have a loud conversation about local gossip and we don't talk on our phones. The librarians do nothing about it and are among the worst offenders. It's a small library with very few study tables and even fewer outlets. We can overlook that and the village is looking to remedy that. However, I'm not sure how they will remedy people's lack of consideration.

Great Library. Very professional and helpful staff there to assist you. Thanks for all your…read morehelp..

I recently had to return a book for my mom and was pleasantly surprised to see how the Rutland Free…read moreLibrary had changed with the times and yet still maintained a really nice feel to it. They have definitely embraced technology. Computers, wifi, the whole bit. They regularly feature speakers, have book clubs, online learning, e-books and all kinds of cool stuff to keep people informed, well-rounded and interested. Check them out. http://rutlandfree.org/

Wow! I love visiting libraries and this one was especially pleasant. It is a large comfortable…read moreplace. The staff is friendly and helpful.

Manchester gets a beautiful new library! Bright and airy filled with BOOKS! DVD'S! Audiobooks! It's…read morejust off 7A north of the Rite Aid, keep an eye out for the blue library sign. There's even a cafe at the entrance of the library with free wifi and plenty of seats.

My favorite place to go when I am in a new town. The library . I would love to check out books but…read moredon't have a card. I really like this place and all.

This rating is in regards to the children's area which I find amazing. In addition to a vast…read morecollection of books the librarians have created a wonderful atmosphere. Writing tables, magnet tables, blocks, restaurant play, office, theme tables...whenever we go in there's something new for my little guy to look at. Tons of DVDs and videos to check out. Huge fish tank is always a draw. Also host activities for all different age groups.

Hello, former librarian here who loves libraries! I often try to seek out a library to visit when I…read moretravel. I noticed that this branch of the Troy Public Library was near the area I was exploring, so I walked in and was surprised at the historic building - it's very unique, but a bit crowded. I was greeted right away by friendly and smiling librarians - love that. I had fun looking at the new books section, and I did use the restroom (you need a key from the desk to access it). This library doesn't seem like a spot you could really hang out and work or read for hours, but it had a good selection of new books and a small children's area.

This building is beautiful, and there is a great history about it on the library's Wikipedia page…read more Unfortunately, the day I visited, some work has been going on outside, so the exterior isn't quite visible at the moment. But the interior is quite interesting, even better that it's a library! It might take a nice stroll through to get the lay of the land. Rest rooms might be a bottleneck, some of the ones on the upper floor are currently closed, and you need the key from the front desk to use the ones on the ground floor. I'm also very glad that this library is part of my local library system. As much as I enjoy going to the library in my town, I'd certainly make the trip over to Troy to read and do stuff here.