York library is a treasure. Great children's room, downstairs on a separate level where noise is…read morenot disturbing to adult patrons. Also, children's offerings- story times, crafts, etc- are relaxed and wonderful. The building is beautiful, an oasis in this bustling beach town. Friendly, professional, knowledgeable staff.

Friendly little library. Easy to navigate, and helpful staff…read more Appreciate the selection of reading materials.

I've been coming to this library ever since I was in elementary school. It has always been…read moresufficient for the small town of Wells. They are always staying updated and often getting new books. The place became much nicer and felt less crammed with the renovations and addition in 2018. The dedicated children's section is often having activities such as an after-school Lego and Rubik's Cube club on Fridays. The new quiet study room in the addition also expands the adult section and makes the space feel more open. There is something for everyone at this library!

The South Berwick library is housed in a renovated Catholic Church and it's just beautiful. It's…read moreusually very quiet in here unless there is a story time for children going on in one of the side rooms. I became a member a couple of years ago after I moved back to SoBo. The staff are very friendly and accommodating if you need to find a book or use a computer. I love coming in here to relax and read or to print something. It's free for locals. 5c a page to print.

Well taken care of, friendly staff, and an old timely feel as it's location is within the mills…read morebuilding! Smells like history and that's what I love most in a library! Very organized with some cozy spots to hangout if you wish to read somewhere quiet and full of resources.

This library is a little hard to find if you've never been here, but if you keep alert, you'll see…read moresome signs directing you. I am a fan of renovating old mills, so this library's location didn't disappoint! I went on a Monday morning, around 10, with my 15-month-old daughter. We were the only ones there. I was delighted when we turned the corner to enter the library. It's very nicely decorated! It still needs work in some areas, but it's clear that a lot of thought and work has gone into making this a comfortable and inviting place. The librarian was SO nice. We had a friendly conversation and she was very helpful. I'd like to come back for storytime to get a more well-rounded picture. The only reason for 4 stars at this time...no baby changing station in the bathroom (which was a little icky...)! It's fine...I'm used to changing her on the floor no matter where we are. But sometimes it's awkward with other people around. Thankfully, we were all alone.

Everyone was extremely friendly and very helpful . I really enjoyed visiting the library .read more

Small town library which features all you'd expect of a small town library. One thing that stands…read moreout is that they lend more than books; they lend out telescopes, binoculars, puzzles, games, park and museum passes, knitting and crochet needles, and even ukuleles. Many programs for children which is nice. Free tech time appointments so you can work with a librarian to answer questions. During the winter they tend fires in their reading rooms. Free WiFi and good study spots.

I love the PPL, its magazines and newspapers, books and many exhibits. There's a section to eat…read morelunch and read books, also to look at the many used clothes brought into the library free to anyone in need.

I was in Portsmouth for a day and needed to kill some time so I spent several hours at this…read morelibrary. There's a lot of chairs and tables by windows so you can get some natural sunlight while you read or work. The second floor has a lot of maps and information about Portsmouth which is nice if you're unfamiliar with the area. The staff is very friendly and help. I'd definitely like to visit again sometime!

Everything they we're friendly knowable good selection of accessories lots of great ideas for local…read moremeetups

During my temporary time working in the area I would visit often to take advantage of the free WiFi…read morebut it soon became a second home for me the staff is super friendly and helpful, securing me private rooms to conduct work and helping to direct me to all the amazing attractions there are around the town, and of course I have to mention they have an amazing selection of books and other forms of entertainment for all ages.

this is a really nice library overall. plenty of chillspace/seating and a good selection. pretty…read morespacious. bathrooms u need to ask for a key to use.

Don't know why one of the clerks there felt compelled to offer an unsolicited book review. Now I'm…read moreeven more perplexed than at the time because it such a great read!

When I wandered into the Portsmouth Athenaeum I had a Belle from Beauty and the Beast moment. The…read morelibrary is not as grand as Beast's, but there is something magical about being around really, really old books and stuff. We met a man who was working (or was he just hanging out? not sure) there and was nice enough to give us a special tour of the place! He was so knowledgeable about the history of Portsmouth and was so passionate about the town. I saw some really neat artifacts here, including whale vertebrae...which totally made me squeal in excitement. Just take a visit to the Portsmouth Athenaeum and strike up a conversation. You never know what you will discover!

If you are a history buff, you have to check out the Portsmouth Athenaeum! The front door is…read moresomewhat hidden but if you walk a little bit up the block from Starbucks you'll find it. Couple flights of stairs or an elevator and you find yourself in the middle of a pretty neat research library. We went to the North End History exhibit and it was super-informative and very interesting. Lots of neat old photos and details about parts of Portsmouth we drive by on a regular basis without realizing their historical significance. Ask for James, ask a few questions, and sit back and laugh as he takes the history of the area and wraps it up in funny and memorable stories and anecdotes. Just a note - finish your food and coffee before visiting. There are some incredibly old books in this place and you don't want to spill!

This is library is beautiful. There is a new wing that you can enter from the side of the building…read morewhich cane be kind of a maze. There is an elevator so those with wheelchair or strollers, yay. In the basement they sell used books. I spent $8 and got some great books for our homeschool library collection. The children's area is quiet and found on the second floor at the front of the building. There are original murals of children's literature that were painted in 1930 on the walls. There were 3 or 4 rooms dedicate to children and teens with a great book selection. We will be going back for sure in the future.

Banks books and…read morecustoms The building that the Kennebunkport Library is presently located in actually was built in 1813 and was originally a bank. By 1831 the bank became a custom house and somewhere around 1898 the library moved into the second floor of the old custom house. The needs for custom house declined and by 1913 the library took over the entire building. Over the decades the library expanded and changed and major additions and renovations were made in 1920, 1956 and in 1988. The library today is a fascinating place, not as grand as other libraries from the out side, it's easy to imagine it's banking heritage. The inside is lovely and so quaint, with lots of art, antiques and lovely staircases and windows. The library is very kid friendly and lots of stuff animals and cute pictures adorn the children's room. The librarians were so sweet and friendly and made sure we stopped in the huge books sale in the building next door. This library has changed a lot during the years but still has a very quiet and reserved elegance to it. A building a library that suits the historic town of Kennebunkport very well