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Jesup Memorial Library

Jesup Memorial Library

4.4(5 reviews)
70.1 mi

This is such a lovely little local library but a few things are lacking; public parking and more…read moreelectrical outlets so that people can plug in their laptops if they need to work, which I did. The librarians were super nice and made sure I was comfortable and had access to an outlet, this is a gorgeous old-school library with antique wood panelling and study desks upstairs which look out over the library. I hope the citizens of Bar Harbor can keep this place going because you just don't see these kinds of old heritage libraries around anymore and from what I understand, this place runs on donations. They also badly need to update their electronic collections and access to databases and such. Other than that, it was a wonderful place to spend an hour away from the maddening crowds and get some work done.

While meandering the quaint avenues of picturesque Bar Harbor, I stumbled upon the Jesup Library…read moreduring their annual Book Sale. The library is closed a few days ahead of time to prepare for this vast emporeutic event every August. Cartons piled three deep were neatly placed under tables of books that covered the entire lawn. To the left of the entrance were the nonfiction materials, and the right held all aspects of fiction. I headed right. I was quite pleased with my restraint as I only purchased one book - an out-of-print Velda Johnson novel that takes place in - you guessed it - Maine. The library itself is also gorgeous. The Federal style structure is composed of lovely red brick, and the inside boasts wooden bookcases, high ceilings and architectural embellishments. The staff here are friendly and informative. They also have a room with local artists' work on display. Definitely worth a visit for any fellow booklover.

Saint John Free Public Library - Plenty of room

Saint John Free Public Library

4.5(6 reviews)
51.4 mi

A library with a…read moremall I've been to a lot of libraries but I've never seen one located in a mall before. Actually it's located in Market Square but it looks like a mall to me. I was surprised to see a huge library right in the middle of all the stores. The library is modern and has some great wifi and lots of computers inside. Things are organized a bit different than I am use to but this is Canada, they do things their own way. This library has probably the coolest entrance of any library I have ever been in. You actually walk in between two huge, fake books. And once inside there are lots of unusual art and displays scattered about. Subtle but definitely cool stuff. As my Yelp friend Robert from Portland, OR, likes to point out, weird can be really tiresome and stupid when it is forced and contrived. But when weird just happens without trying it can be so cool. This library is weird, from the huge books that you walk through at the entrance, to the girl floating by on balloons in the mall at the front of the library. Everything about this library is a bit different. This library is just so weird but in a very, very cool way.

After moving to Calgary, I feel proud to say that my favourite library is the Saint John Free…read morePublic Library. You dont need to pay an annual fee. There is no fee to use the computers. There is no fee to take a class. ITS AWESOME! Its right on the waterfront in the uptown - so easy to get to by either transit or driving. I have easily spent 3 hours just browsing. And more often then not they have a silent auction selling local artists work! Wheather you need to jump on a computer and print your resume or your looking to relax in a comphy chair with the new book you found, this is by far the best library. I would even say - best in canada.

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Always good to have an umbrella ready in a library.

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Scruffy person relaxing right outside the library

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Peavey Memorial Library - libraries - Updated May 2026

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