One of the best libraries I have ever been to on either the East Coast or West! Gorgeous, modern,…read moreprofessional and the kindest people I have ever met! They have such an amazing collection, fantastic free programs each month, clubs to join, and beyond talented artists, exhibiting and showing on their gallery wall-every three months! One of the Directors, Yvonne Laube, is an absolute treasure...and my life is better for having met her! One of the best neighborhoods a library could be in, and just driving down Boardman Road to visit is a treat in itself! Run, don't walk to this wonderful neighborhood library. Everyone is welcome and you will be so happy you did! Happy reading!

ARRIVED EARLY for early-voting. Three people were here already. They should have anticipated people…read morewould arrive early, but library staff jumped in to help 8 people at a time. 10:55 and we are wide up in the hallway leading to the voting room. As anticipated, lots of voting-process discussions are already underway with one hour to go. I hope the discussion remains civil. Wish I brought my charger in. :() MORE UPDATES LATER. GET OUT SND VOTE AMERICA!!

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!

Yesterday, I visited the Booth Library to conduct research on an event from Newtown's past. In…read moreseeking out a copy of a specific reference book, I was assisted by Shari Merrill, Head of Adult Services. She went above and beyond the call of duty in helping me to find exactly what I needed and and did it in a cheerful and friendly way. She tracked down the book I wanted, and then scanned maps within it. She next found an additional resource I was unaware of, and made photocopies of its content. As a result, I had an excellent experience at Newtown's beautiful library and came away extremely happy. Fantastic job, Shari!

No reviews yet? This…read moreis a beautiful library situated in the center of historic downtown Newtown. Lots of interesting nooks and crannies to explore, local historic artifacts, paintings, etc. Also, nice selection of DVD's to borrow, and fun activities for babies and toddlers during the week. If you are local, this is a great place to stop during a walk up Main St. or to bring some books or laptop for study.

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.

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

The EF library is nice in that they have the newest paperbacks and hardcovers available, programs…read morefor adults & teens, storytime for the kids, and tables for tutoring. However, due to all of the above, its also the loudest library i've ever been to. Trying to sit and read or study is very difficult as the patrons AND the librarians speak at normal tones, often while on the phone or cellphones. The librarians are helpful and the size of the library is cute but the set-up leaves much to be desired as its impossible to find a quiet corner. I'm giving it 3 stars because of all the activities and programs that are available which make it a great community center; otherwise I'd give it 2 stars for its loud, un-library-like atmosphere.

Rating based mostly on WiFi attributes: recently they revamped the WiFI area so there's now plenty…read moreof places to plug in your laptop. However, wireless speeds are very slow and the library is quite noisy. Better off buying a $2 cup of coffee and going to the Fishkill Starbucks. Edit: Bumped from three to four stars. WiFi speed seems to have improved somewhat (or maybe I'm more inured to the slowness), and I'm kind of used to the noise by now (plus, if BYO headphones and music are good enough for Starbucks, why not here?) [it should be noted that there are some loud day-trader-type assholes at times treating it like their own personal office] Heh, plus they have a Keurig machine where you can buy a cup of coffee/tea/cocoa, a nice touch.

I have been coming to the Marlboro Free Library for over 20 years, primarily for the use of their…read moreCommunity Room. This library, and the people who work there, are really great. I've got my own library locally to visit for books, reference material, periodicals, media, etc., but if I lived in Marlboro I'd be at their library often. Besides a good inventory of books, there's several dozen periodicals available, a movie library, several computers, and more. In this age of ever-increasing dependence on digital, they're keeping current. But what I really like is that they have a large children's area - it's important to get children interested in reading (and libraries) at an early age. They have 2 large parking lots which can easily hold regulars and folks who might be attending a function in the Community Room. The bathrooms are always clean and well-maintained too. The Community Room has enough space, tables, and chairs to accommodate several dozen people. Multimedia services are available. There's also a side prep room with a small but full-service kitchen. I've always found the staff of the library to be extremely friendly and helpful. You should take advantage of their occasional fund-raisers, such as their book sales too.

I love this library! The librarians are always pleasant and helpful. The children's room is…read morewelcoming and comfortable-books are beautifully displayed. There are computers and a printer for public use. You can pick up dvds and audio books. The library also has an online catalog that is extremely convenient. You can get anything you need through inter-library loan. They also offer classes and children's programs. This library is a great resource for the community. Every time I visit I see people of all ages using computers, being tutored, selecting books, it makes my heart happy!

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.

This library is absolutely beautiful. Fein the architecture to the art. There's so much to do and…read moretons of choices from any category. The children's floor is filled with so many adventures. We could easily spend hours in there. The staff is very helpful and any book can be shipped in from other libraries easily. love this olace!

Smells like someone died in the foyer. The. When you walk into the actual library it smells like a…read morechanging room with deceased babies. Not going in there anytime soon until they clear that filthy smell