A ton of memories from my time long ago as a NYU student…read more Many, many days/nights and overnights spent at the lower levels of Bobst especially during the finals days before exams, projects, and papers. Life didn't seem that easy at the time but relative to what my life is now (mortgage, car payment, utility bills, etc,..) I would have much guidance for my younger self. Bobst always seemed to have enough places to hide and get away from everyone and everything. The walls of Bobst always did a great job of masking the chaos right across the street in Washington Square and elsewhere in NYC. That was always Bobst's greatest benefit, a place of solace in this great city which seems impossible. Back in my day, Bobst was also a place of knowledge but these days the Internet has probably taken on greatly some of that responsibility. A recent visit led me to revisit some memories, and aside from some minor alterations, the heart of Bobst still lives on.

Hands down the #1 BEST library you will ever find. With 12 gorgeous floors with different…read morearchitectural designs and study layouts, you are bound to find a floor that fits your needs. You'll often see protests happening right inside the library, especially since the atrium is huge - very cool! There are no other nearby libraries that are open 24/7 for students, with security guards helping to find you a sleeping space @ LL-1 in case you needed it (check out near where the lockers/classrooms are @ LL-1). One of the guards would always announce over speaker "Good night" in 15 different languages and go out of his way to genuinely look out for every student's safety and wellbeing. Someday I will find these people and feed them some home-baked cookies as a thank you! Cons: - There is a TON of theft every day, so make sure to take your backpack/laptop with you wherever you go... even if you are leaving for 2 seconds to use the restroom. - Usually quite cold, so bring extra sweaters. - Stay away from the 8th and 9th floors, unless you wanna hear screaming couples getting busy in the individual rooms. - You might find dead bodies of huge flying cockroaches @ LL-1. - Sad that there were multiple suicides inside this building, but I'm glad that they were able to renovate the building with gates on all floors to be safer for all. In spite of the cons, I absolutely love this library and everyone in it! Will forever be grateful to have had the opportunity to fully experience the most beautiful place in the world.

What a fun and unique library right next to Lincoln Center and the Julliard school. I had a very…read morepleasant experience during my visit. There was security at the entrance and it was easy to manage. On the lower levels of the library there is a very interesting magician exhibit, with real artifacts from Houdini, Kellar, and other notable magic performers. Such a fun spot to spend 30 minutes or so reading about the history of the magic community. The library even gave out free postcards at this exhibit. Cute! On a higher level of the library, you can make an appointment or walk in to watch, original tapings of musicals and movies. I did not do this during my visit, but my friend signed up to enjoy the original taping of Wicked in the future. Although they take walk-ins for this, it is best to make an appointment in advance in case they are busy.

This is a wonderful haven for study and experience and enjoyment I have been watching old operas…read moreand plays on good quality monitors. There are plenty of DVDs and CD's in general circulation. Great for free home entertainment. A very friendly and helpful staff. The video room staff is great. I'm sure the other departments are too. They have many live performances and events as well. Plenty of indoor and outdoor space for lounging. Just a great place to discover after many years in the city

This is by far my favorite neighborhood library from all the libraries I've been to. The staff is…read moreso welcoming and nice to my kids and myself. Everyone had a smile on their face. The one thing I value besides the books is the kiddie area. It's is phenomenal and Jay is amazing as well. Jay keeps it clean and organize. Jay plays with the kids and he has value conversations with them as well. Jay does a baby group which I go to with my 15 month old daughter she loves it. At baby group Jay does songs, music and art time before the library is open to the public on Thursdays. (That's jay in the blue shirt) I enjoy the library and all jay does for the kids.

Get a library card at any nypl location. Log on to the website, select books, place a hold. Give it…read moresome time depending on the title's popularity (I got "Liberty and tyranny" in six weeks). Receive a notification via email. Go to the library, front desk is 7 feet from the entrance. Patiently wait for an ancient lady in front of you taking forever. Pick up a book. Go home. Renew multiple times online when you realize you have absolutely no time to read it. The crowd is exactly the same as it's at any free venue with seats and restrooms though I saw some students with laptops. A quick glance - overall the selection is pretty scarce. But thanks to one of those travel guides (there's a whole shelf) my vacation trip was very enjoyable.

This is my favorite CUNY library. I always get work done here because:…read more1. They have really good wifi 2. Comnecting to their wifi gives me access to different journals and databases 3. Outlets work 4. It is so conducive to reading and studying 5. They allow library users to bring drinks (with lid) 6. They are usually open on weekends. I also love their elevators and how it's right in across the Empire State Building.

I love this Library. As a SPS CUNY Graduate Researcher I use this Library AND unibuc.ro Library…read moreBucuresti. Several quiet floors an excellent staff. However, since Barnes and nobles closed years ago, there is no bookstore on campus. Tamia takes away from the library experience, used to be able to walk across the place and buy your textbooks. Well be that as it may, but without a campus bookstore this library is hobbled.

This library is quintessential to Baruch's students as it provides a study space with ample amount…read moreof seating, various resources, restrooms on every floor and even a small cafeteria on the first floor. The library is pretty big (5 stories) and has a plethora of computers and scanners for students to use. The only downside is that half of the lighting fixtures on the tables and half of the electrical outlets here don't even work. Baruch needs to work on getting that fixed. Laptop rentals are on the second floor. They provide Dells, macs and iPads for hourly, daily and 3 day use. Study pods are located directly in front of the laptop rental area but this limited to about 20 or so pods. Also, sitting by the laptop rental area is pretty loud so that's a bummer. Would I be back in the future? I'm there everyday I have class either sleeping or pretending to study. Feel free to say hi lol.

It's a cute neighborhood library. It has great programming and tries to cater for its neighborhood…read more Fund your libraries!

Love this location. Not the biggest library, but they've never given me any trouble and are quick…read morewith book holds and any additional assistance you need.

Was so pleasantly surprised with this location. We were disappointed that so many rooms were…read moreprivate but they had wonderful exhibits to make up for it. The staff were also so nice and made sure we made it up to the main reading room before it closed! Would reccomend if you are in the area!

Going to see this library has been on my NYC bucket list for a long time (Breakfast at Tiffany's…read moreand Sex in the City fan)! We reserved spots for the 11 am free tour (online). Our docent was very informative and patient with answering questions. We enjoyed learning about the architecture, workings of the library and seeing the infamous reading room. Bonus was getting a free NY Public Library card! :))

The New York Public Library offers great spaces and resources across the city…read more This Harry Belafonte branch offers many tables with outlets, free Wifi, and computer stations for those to take advantage of - an important resource for the neighborhood! On the rare occasion that I've interacted with the staff, they've been friendly and helpful! While the branch's Adult media lending portion is relatively small, that's OK since you can order online from NYPL's spectacular, vast collection to pick up here! Upstairs, while I haven't visited, there's a Children's section. The only real negative for this location is that talking and other noises from the Children's section reverberate throughout the downstairs non-Children's space. A 2nd Floor noise barrier between the space and stairs might help alleviate the regular sounds of constant tumult heard by 1st Floor patrons. Also, I've noted some people who bring kids to this 1st Floor section to do homework can be quite chatty and, while fantastic and I absolutely commend them for helping kids, it's not always at a volume respectful of others who come there to use the facilities - preferably in a silent atmosphere. On the whole, it's awesome that NYPL maintains this W. 115th St. branch for the community! Thank you, NYPL!

New York Public Library the Harry Belafonte Branch opened two years after the book 'The Jungle' was…read morepublished in 1906. It's the classic architecture for libraries of the time it opened in 1908. This library is a nice walk from my apartment. The layout of reading material is by floor so you navigate upward for age appropriate reading materials. Last time I was in the neighborhood I forgot to stop in. I'm definitely going to return when I'm in the neighborhood. I know you want to see photos. Here's a photo of the book that changed the food industry. Or has it? Sometimes I feel that nothing really changes or we get lax. I recommend you read this book because it moved me. Look for it at the branch or NYPL online. The more you know........