Such judgmental staff. Came here with my son and my newborn and at one point my son was getting a…read morelittle rowdy so figured we'd leave trying to be considerate but the staff was so rude about it. Like I'm trying to pack up my newborn and our things. It's such a nice library but I just never would go because of how we were treated. Such a shame.

Staff is very knowledgeable about the books and the events going on . If you live in Nutley and…read morenever been there I recommend you going in to see what they are about

Really love this library, I remember coming here when I was super young and bringing a bag with me…read moreso I could carry my 6 new books out easily. Is it clear I'm a nerd? I had to print a large amount of copies and the copy machine just looked at me like "hey you're screwed". I'm a hairdresser I had no idea how to use this life sized machine. Luckily one of the gals working was so so sweet, stopped everything she was doing and came over to help me! I was so grateful I could stop thanking her. Copies are ten cents there and I would've paid so much more because she was so helpful and sweet. They normally have a great selection of new books too, access to a nice amount of computers as well. The only drawback to this library is that it does not have its own parking lot. Depending on the time of the day it can be hard to find a spot because it's located right on the main avenue of the town. You can usually find a spot on the side streets. Overall it's a fantastic library, definitely recommend it if you need to get some work done or are just looking to get lost in a good book.

I'm currently in Grad school so I come to this library often when I need to get studying done. This…read moreis mainly because of convenience because it's much closer than my school library and I'm one of those people who need to leave my apartment to get work done efficiently. The library itself is very nice and has an amazing staff that are very helpful. However it has fewer amenities compared with other libraries. The few things they do offer is free wifi, computer access, as well as the obvious books/references. There are roughly 12-20 tables to sit and read. They also have a "security guard" that is usually present during all hours if you need someone to watch your stuff if you step out. Most places to sit have electrical outlets if you need to plug in a cellphone/laptop/tablet/etc. Overall this is a nice library and the only reason I gave it 3 stars is because it is SUPER NOISY, especially after kids get out of school!!! I can't stress this part enough!!!! Don't be surprised when people are answering cellphone calls, laughing, or carrying on full conversations as if they were at a sporting event. It's not your stereotypical...."Shhhhh be quiet and if you must speak wisper" -type of library. There are also private tutors that use this space to help adults and children with language lessons and after school tutoring, so there will be constant noise anytime after 12pm on schooldays. So make sure you bring headphones with music or earplugs if you are like me and need to drown out background noise. I also forgot to mention they a very small museum upstairs and a children's library that is located in the back and I've never really spent any time in either location to be honest. From what I've seen, the library has a pretty decent selection of books and constantly change their available displays for popular new reads.

Really nice mid-century library building that's had some great updates. There's a lot of natural…read morelight from the two-story windows The staff are pleasant & helpful, the collection is very good, and you can borrow from all of the BCCLS libraries. They have a great grab and go service. The only minor problem is parking.

Cute hometown library…read more Pros: - Open spaces - Table spaces to work spread out the library - good lighting Cons: - it's on the smaller side but doesn't have that small cozy feel to it. - kid section is OK but small - it's open looking because I feel like the selection is not very large - there's so much room to fill.

This community library serves the neighborhoods in the North Ward (such as Forest Hill and…read moreBroadway), hence it's referred to as the North End Branch. It's closer to Belleville and is in a very residential area. On the corner of Grafton and Summer, the North End Branch is housed in a red brick building with a brick and black iron fence surrounding it. There are steps up leading to the front entrance on Summer and a ramp for wheelchairs or other mobility aids on the Grafton. There is parking both the street and a small lot in the back of the library (with a one way entrance on Summer and one way exit on Grafton). Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. It has a collection books, multimedia, and magazines in English and Spanish. The emphasis here seems to be functioning as a center of community engagement with the distribution of info on cultural events and job opportunities. It has career-related and English-for-Speakers-of-Other-Languages (ESOL) resources available. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

From the owner: A place to learn, grow, and explore. Located on Summer Ave and Grafton Ave, the Newark Public…read moreLibrary North End Branch provides bilingual service in English and Spanish, free computer and Internet access, low-cost printing and copying, and programs and events for all age ranges.

On an annual trip to NYC, I decided I would visit bookstores and take in all I could. B&B was right…read moreby my hotel, and I was delighted to find a comfortable room full of baseball memorabilia and a great variety. They specialize in 19th and 20th century English and American literature, which means you're going to see a lot of titles you're familiar with. I stopped in late in their day, so I wasn't surprised to be the only one there, but the team gave me space, answered very basic questions I had, and - gasp - LET ME TOUCH THE BOOKS. This is far from a stuffy environment, and when I finally convince my partner that I need that very expensive piece that has F. Scott Fitzgerald's music for Princeton, I know exactly where I'll go.

5 minutes before B&B books was closing, I buzzed the room located on the third floor to see if they…read morewould let me in "just to look." Well, 45 minutes later, I was still oohing and awing at the marvelous selection of first edition books they have to offer. This is the largest selection (aside from corporate-owned Bauman's) of rare books I've seen that include the dust jacket- a collectors actual dream. It's the biggest breath of fresh air to find a rare book store owned by a woman, and to be treated like a human being. I normally get side-eyed from rare bookstore owners and some of the conversations I've had sound like: "May I see the Portrait of a Lady in the case?" "All of these books are at least $100.00 and up." ".....I know." "Do you have any Wilde?" "The book about the woman hiking alone? That's too new to be in our shop, Barnes & Noble would have it." "I'm talking about the 1800s poet." "Oh." I take it personally because while I look like a millennial who doesn't know what she's talking about, I treasure my rare books like they're my children. Sunday stayed AN EXTRA HOUR at her store while I looked and answered all of my questions that I had, never making me feel rushed or unwelcome. After selecting a first edition Fitzgerald, she wrapped it in bubble wrap for my travels back home and gave me an updated book with all of the rare book sellers in the country.

The Branch Brook Branch is a community library located on Clifton Avenue between Bloomfield and…read morePark Avenues (it is closer to Bloomfield Ave if you are walking it). It's easy to get there by bus, which is helpful because street parking is rough! The branch is right smack in the middle of a residential block, but within view of Sacred Heart Cathedral. Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. There are collections of best-seller books and videos available. While the building is an older structure, like from the 60s, the branch does have computers for Internet browsing, basic word processing, and accessing the library's electronic resources. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

First of all, I love libraries and I love books. This is a great place to enjoy reading your books…read more I love going to this Library. It's such a calm, quiet and inviting atmosphere.

The place is gorgeous straight out of a movie. It had elegant chandeliers and the flower set up…read morewere breathtaking.

Ms,Nordman and Ms. O from the cardiovascular department are such a great help out of everybody. I…read morereally thank them a lot for believing and encouraging us to do better instead of not caring about if we learn or not.

I had a few sessions with Alex for MFA application tutoring and he went above and beyond. We edited…read moremy portfolio and essays until they were just right. In addition to being really flexible with scheduling, (which was super convenient) he really helped me get exactly what I wanted out of the essays & portfolio. His fixes were spot on and really strengthened my work. They weren't just cosmetic either, we did a lot of restructuring to support the root themes of the stories and make them better. I truly cannot imagine a better experience or a more encouraging teacher. A lot of other writing teachers I've had in the past get an idea in their head of how to fix a piece and try to steamroll you into executing it, but Alex was exactly the opposite! My vision was heard and supported at every step. Alex really took the time to understand me and my pieces, and they were better for it. I credit the confidence with which I submitted my applications to Alex and look forward to working with him in the future once I finish my manuscript draft!

This is such a wonderful, supportive writing environment. The classes are small and very…read morewelcoming. I hadn't written much in a long time and I was humming along in no time. Each class consists of writing prompts and review of submitted work. The instructor, Alex, is very knowledgable and well versed in writing techniques and tools. He is always offering suggestions that are very helpful. I will definitely take another course in the very near future.