I have lived around the corner from this branch for over 15 years and it has been one of my…read morefavorite resources in this neighborhood for many reasons. The librarians are wonderful, smart and resourceful. I never go downtown for anything or even to another branch when I order online and pick up there. When my children were younger we spent hours on the rug in the childrens section enjoying the best children's books before they could talk. I spent hours there writing my dissertation and still appreciate the encouragement and support I got from the staff. Special programs in the big add even more to this branch which is almost as a community center as a library for the Lower Mills and surrounding community. When we had to fight to keep it open, the neighborhood and local merchants were fighting for an invaluable and treasured community resource. We love the Boston Public Library Lower Mills Branch! Dr. Sadie Burton-Goss Chief Diversity and Inclusion Officer Babson College

The library is huge! There are maps that help guide you but I was still a bit confused since it was…read moremy first time there. We ended up asking for a bit of help for directions on where to go. The library is stunning though! Definitely something to see when visiting. There were a lot of people visiting and taking photos.

We came here on a Sunday to visit the Courtyard Tea Room for their Sunday Brunch Tea. They don't…read moreopen until 11AM, which is fine, but it was pouring and windy due to the Nor'easter that was occurring and perhaps in that situation, they should open slightly early to allow those with reservations access to wait inside. Only other gripe - The amount of homeless people walking through, using the restroom to dry off, etc was ridiculous. I get this is a liberal city, but there are many tourists from all over the world and they shouldn't be subjected to the dirty restrooms, those shaking their wet trash bags onto others, etc. There was security up front where you enter, they should monitor a little better. Aside from those issues - The library's architecture was beautiful! Spacious and grand with lots of mosaic and beautiful stone, like marble work throughout. It's a very nice building with a gorgeous courtyard worth visiting when the weather is nice.

This place was recommended by a really good friend of mine. He insisted that we study together here…read moreso that one day we can save the world. :)

I just moved to Braintree about a month ago, and I have to say, this is one of the nicest libraries…read morethat I've set foot in. I'm originally from Boston, so I frequented the BPL in Copley Square quite a bit. Since I moved around so much, I feel quite at home at Thayer Public Library. Staff are very accommodating and polite, and able to help with almost anything you need. Their media collection is massive compared to the BPL, and I simply just love it. Plus, I live across the street, so yay me!

Great collection of books, games, and other helpful items like baking tools, speakers, etc. Staff…read moreare friendly and willing to help.

What I can say personally of my experiences is that each time I go I have found that the Staff…read morereally goes that extra mile to help me get the information or location in the library to complete my project! I want to give a shout out to two really helpful Staff that made my time there seamless. The first one was SYDNEY, actually left the desk and guided me to the right location and used the equipment to get my project done since I was unfamiliar how to maneuver it! She directed me to another floor where another Staff member DUSTIN, guided and helped me complete project! I hope the Supervisors know how wonderful these two Staffers are! Thanks for all your help!

I had an event in the area to go to, but also had some time to kill beforehand. Since it was…read moreraining, I naturally wanted to read a book in a quiet area. I found BPL Roslindale on google. Since it is Boston, parking was scarce and it was a hassle (the parking lot they do have is for employees only). After a couple minutes of driving around, I found side street parking and walked about 3 minutes. The inside of the library is modern, clean, and bright; they have a lot of overhead lights but the large windows let in a lot of the natural sunlight. I liked that they had a couple tables and some seats along the windows looking out. I sat at one of the comfy chairs in this area. I didn't do much exploring but the main desk with librarians was at the center of the library; very convenient and central location. The downside of the open floor plan was that it wasn't the quietest library, but it also wasn't difficult to concentrate. They had a decent amount of books. I think it is only one floor only. It is handicapped accessible since the entrance is one long and wide corridor and the space between book shelves does seem wide enough. They do close early--6 pm on a weekday--compared to my library back home. Based on the number of kids I heard and see walk in with their guardians, I assume they have a lot of kid friendly activities or at least an area for kids.

It was on the smaller side but offered plenty of activities for people. Most people left their…read morestrollers in one area by the bathrooms so they could walk around unencumbered. I was a little warm inside the place so we didn't stay long.

Stopping in this beautiful library, I found it a welcome stop. With lots of large tables for…read moreworking areas, it was a great place to focus on my work. There are also two silent study rooms that you can reserve as well. Also, the free wifi was a plus! This library had a children's area in the basement and the adult collection is located on the first and second floor. It's really neat how the place is a mix of old and new, with the new modern addition. With the large glass windows, you can really get a great view of the town!! The library staff were kind and helpful as well. A very enjoyable stop.

I am usually a huge fan of this library. I have lived in Hyde Park for 25 years, given a break when…read moreI served in the military. After returning back to Hyde Park I maintained residency in Hyde Park because I love this city. I am a full-time college student and a single parent of two. I love the children's floor they have and I am at the library a minimum of three times a week and for hours on end each visit. Today while reading and taking notes there was a young woman and man who I believe work here that were talking at the circulation desk. At this point I have been here for about 2 and a half hours and they have been there taking the while time. A woman walks in looking for a book she left here the night before. As it turns out she couldn't check the book out for whatever reason and the librarian on duty told her she would hold it for her for the next day. That specific librarian was on her lunch break and the younger woman "barely" looked for the book before she told the patron she couldn't find it. The patron seemed agitated not fully understanding the situation, in my opinion. The patron kept repeating, "she said she would eave it for me". The younger woman said she is on her lunch break come back in a hour and the patron repeated her previous statement. The younger woman then said, "well I don't know what to tell you I can't find it. She will be back in a hour from lunch come back then". As a social worker I was appalled by the treatment that this patron received at the library today. It appeared in my opinion that the patron may have had some cognitive delays and couldn't understand why they couldn't just reach out to the librarian in question and ask her where the book was. Without a second thought the younger woman went right back into her conversation while I sat at my computer in awe. This will not stop me from coming to this library but if I had a closer option for me and my children I would leave this branch and never look back.

Fantastic spot! They have absolutely everything you need to work remotely, plus great conference…read morerooms for meetings. I love that their calendar is posted right at the entrance and online. It is always full of fun, diverse events, so you are never left without something cool to do.

I love the North Quincy branch of Thomas Crane Public Library…read more The renovation in 2022 was great! At my last visit, I spent most of my time in a side room where they hosted a children's storytime. Check the library calendar because they have some fun stuff coming up at the North Quincy branch - including mini golf with 2 different times for kids and adults. There's parking behind the library but we didn't know that and parked on the street.

Pretty good! This whole place is updated, renovated, rebuilt from the ground up!…read more Lots of PokeStops & PokeGyms here! I caught some Shiny Pokemon here for Hoenn Tour, including my very first Shiny Pikachu! So much good stuff here! Really beautiful! Money well spent on the updated library! Probably my favorite library!

We feel so lucky that Tufts is our local library! The children's library is large with a wonderful…read morevariety of books, a substantial play area, educational computers for both younger and older children, and a great program space that hosts an impressive variety of children's programs, events, and classes. The outdoor playground is a huge hit, and has everything a kid could want. The adult space upstairs has an absolutely incredible layout. There are many quiet study rooms and pods that can be reserved for use, as well as an impressive amount of individual workspaces that are designed in a way that they feel private and quiet. There are also community rooms in a range of sizes available for reservation - some holding 75+ people! We love coming here to study or work, and it is the perfect space to spend time with the kids in our lives! They also host community markets in their outdoor space, including live musicians! I can't recommend Tufts Library enough!