Popped in to get my Suffolk County Public Libraries 2023 Summer Tour passport stamped -- Stamp #3…read morein my book. Very welcoming with beautiful art sculptures displayed outside along with outdoor games like corn hole. Once inside, the library is filled with inviting displays, friendly staff and books, books, and more books! Of course, they've got programs too, Bus it's the books I love!

Big library! Quiet and peaceful! Looking forward to spending time reading there! My husband and I…read morewill make it a point to visit for date night on occasion!

The children's department should be a warm and welcoming part of the library. Unfortunately, my…read morevisit today was disappointing. The two women behind the desk in the children's room were noticeably unfriendly and unapproachable. Their unnecessary comments and disapproving looks toward the toddlers' normal play behavior created an uncomfortable atmosphere. A children's area should be a place that encourages joy, learning, and community -- not one where families feel unwelcome.

Where to begin?! Since I moved here (over 30-plus years ago), this beautiful historic library has…read morebeen the heart of community for me. Nestled in East Setauket, my children (as well as myself) grew up attending wonderful programs (summer reading, endless DIY crafts, paint nights, tech help, etc.), checking out a variety of resources (books, magazines, dvds, cds, etc.), finding a quiet place to read and/or study, getting help and advice from welcoming librarians, viewing interesting exhibits, meeting up with friends, and so much more! And even though my children are all grown up now, I still regularly find my way back here ... Most recently, they have opened a terrace for all to enjoy! If you haven't done so already, go "check out" Emma Clark Library!

Call me a weirdo or old fashioned or something else (no expletives) but I just love a good library…read more Growing up on Long Island in Nassau County had me frequenting one (or two) specific locations, though I had popped into other book havens within the area and always found them comforting. Though I never really had the chance to enter a Suffolk County library until I moved to Ronkonkoma and learned that my home library is the media Mecca that is Sachem. If you're at all familiar with the Best of LI awards that are divvied out each year, then you'll know that Sachem Public Library has almost exclusively won this accolade over the past decade. I honestly never cared too much about this fact because Sachem seemed so far, but now my newish abode is only 5 minutes away from this superb book spot. Even before I ever entered Sachem Library's doors I was already impressed. That's because I feared it would take some time to get a library card with my change of address and needing an updated license. Nope! Sachem allows you to register for a library card on their website and then they'll send you this little key chain library card tag to your home. I was amazed by this, and already excitedly looking forward to my first trip there. This came over the summer when they were in full swing of their reading programs, both for kids and adults. Even though the event was halfway over, I was able to easily sign up and was given a little welcome bag and a chance to win some prizes for my reading. Unfortunately, I was a little too busy this past summer to read at a speedy clip (wedding planning will do that to you), but this just added to the enjoyment of Sachem. When actually exploring the interior and what Sachem has to offer, there are tons of books, movies, video games, and programs available. I'm also massively impressed with Suffolk County's digital borrowing program over Nassau as well as what's out there to be inter-loaned from other Suffolk libraries to Sachem. My first trip there was to actually pick up a couple of movies I had ordered and came in for pickup quite quickly. That trip, the summer sign up, and my experiences since have also all resulted in friendly staff and a desire to return again and again. Overall, maybe libraries are a little outdated or they feel like something you haven't visited in years, but I promise you that Sachem Public Library has so much to offer (I forgot to mention the beautiful serene garden across the parking lot that you can walk through and read in!). It's easy to see why Sachem wins awards each year and effortlessly puts other libraries to shame (like my hometown one, sorry not sorry). So consider this library weirdo somebody who will continue to love Sachem.

Yet another beautiful library in Suffolk County. This one is Stamp #13 in my Suffolk County Public…read moreLibraries 2023 Summer Tour.

From the outside, this library is quite deceiving in its size. Nestled in Port Jefferson village,…read moreyou will find what appears to be a quite small library but once inside it extends beyond your imagination. Stamp #2: Popped in to get my Suffolk County Public Libraries 2023 Summer Tour passport stamped. Toured around the library because I LOVE books. Not surprising, there were so many cool things to "check out" & explore: STEAM kits, instruments, Take home DIY kits, 3-D printing and so much more!

I haven't checked out any books here, but here's my review from the perspective of a student who…read morecame to this library to study. There are some practical downsides to studying here. Noise: The "mezzanine and lower stacks" is the main study space with the most tables and chairs. Unfortunately, the space is next to the main entrance/front desk area without any separating doors, so it can be loud. Headphones will probably be important if you need to focus. The room is also right below the children's room, so you can sometimes hear kids footsteps running around. They also allow tutoring. There's a "quiet reading room" across the lobby from the main study area, but it is also right next to the main lobby without any separating doors, so I imagine it's also loud. There's not a lot of carpet and a lot of laminate, so noises tend to echo. Limited desks and few plugs: There are only four small desks with plugs (eight seats in total, but the tables are small and it would be super weird if someone you didn't know sat next to you, so there are functionally only four seats with accessible plugs). The quiet reading room only has one desk, and I'm not sure if there are plugs. Ambiance: In the last few years, they've installed greige laminate flooring and movable office tables with wheeled plastic chairs. The vibe has shifted from "cozy library" to "office space/cafeteria". Good things: There is a free parking lot with no time limit directly behind the library. There are only about 8-10 spots but we didn't have any issues getting a spot midday on a weekday. Bathroom is clean. There was a large community space in the basement that probably has good events. There are interesting/useful items you can check out like board games, sewing machines, etc. There's also a 3D printer.

It's a beautiful library and has many choices to choose from. From books to activities.read more

New modern bright large quiet library full of books, I was able to find a very rare study test book…read morei needed so I called to see if I could borrow being that I am not a direct member but only a Suffolk County Librarian Card holder the reference supervisor approved a short term loan out to me. So impressed how beautiful all of our north shore community libraries are worth all the tax dollars we spend honestly. They offer trips educational classes computers and a worked if free books on and off line. Plus coffee cafes

This place is clean, welcoming, and especially great for families with toddlers. There are regular…read moreevents for little ones, and a dedicated kids' room on the second floor that serves as a fun play area. You can request toys from the librarian, which adds an extra layer of engagement. Plus, the book selection is impressively large, making it a great spot for both kids and adults.

This place is fire I enjoyed the teen section, got my homework done, 10/10 made some new friends…read morewith the librarians and chopped it up with the staff

Awesome library in the heart of Huntington Village. The staff here are amazing, friendly, helpful…read moreand often going the extra mile for their patrons. I grew up with the children's section and now as an adult love taking advantage of all the HPL has to offer. Tons of events are happening every month, check out the bulletin boards near the entrance for interesting and fun things, be sure to visit the basement as well. Might catch a book or art fair, maybe even a lecture depending on the day. Always clean, well organized and spacious, despite the open layout there's usually a quiet corner (within a large two floor setup) to retreat to if needed.

I have been here a couple of times. The building is on Main street in Huntington. Bring some…read moremoney for the meters or try and luck out with the nearby lot. It all depends on the time of day and day of the week you are going. The staff is fantastic from my interactions with them. Always friendly and helpful. I have gone with my daughter for the mommy and me class. It is incredible. The kids all have a great time and it flies by. We don't stay afterwards, but there is a great area for young kids to hang out and read...or more likely be read to. It's a nice place and they are working on some construction there too, so I presume it will be even better. It also has a great classic look. I like it and they have tons of cool things going on.

On a bit of a roadtrip down the Connecticut coast, we arrived in New Haven a little after 3pm, and…read moreI knew I had only had a little time before things/attractions closed at 5pm. So after hitting the Yale Center for British Art, we speed walked (sped walked?) over to the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Why? Google it and you'll understand when you see the pictures. Beinicke is Yale's rare book and manuscript library - not their main university library or their law library. The reading room is open to registered researchers only, but the public are welcome to visit the library's exhibition hall. And everyone visiting New Haven should! The library was built in 1963, and the the architecture is incredible. The building is a granite veneer shell, fastened to a structural steel frame. Inside that structure is a glass-enclosed tower of book cases. The granite was milled to 1.25 inches thick to allow filtered daylight in - in the afternoon/early evening, the marble turned an amber color. We walked back past it at night for a different view of the building. It is really incredible architecture, and the library hosts exhibits you can see in the exhibition hall when you visit to enjoy the building (when we visited, the exhibit was "Taught By the Pen: The World of Islamic Manuscripts"). The building is incredible and definitely worth a visit if you're exploring the Yale campus!

One of the largest collections of rare books and manuscripts. Rotating exhibits for the general…read morepublic. During my visit, it was testimonies from Holocaust survivors. The general public has limited access, and this will be a short stop for most people, depending upon the exhibit. Let's be honest--most people stop by for a photo op, for the architecture and the huge column of books. I got a few great photos, got to say I've seen it, and it's cool. Worthwhile. If you're in the area.