I came to this library for the first time in a Tuesday to study, the staff was friendly and very…read morehelpful and my first experience was fabulous, it was so peaceful and quiet, I got a lot of studying done. I decided to come again today (Saturday) and it's a totally different experience. I cannot study in this place due to all of the chit-chatting that's going on. This is not just patrons, but staff as well. I might as well have stayed home and endured the distractions there. Long gone are the days when the librarian would tell people to keep it down. This is totally ridiculous, and I'm extremely annoyed.

Love this library. Great place to study during the day or afternoon, and it is filled with awesome…read moretitles and things to keep your mind occupied. I'm interested in the adult book group and in studying here for my current professional cert class online. The system also offers Udemy and Linkedin courses which seem really fun and useful!.

Large selection of books, and often not very crowded and appropriately quiet. The online…read morereservation setup and the ability to read many well known online newspapers and magazines is a really nice side benefit since they come at no cost. Staff is always welcoming and helpful.

They have a good selection of all sorts of media, the staff are exceptionally helpful, and the…read morefacility is comfortable and spacious. The actual building itself seems a bit older, but it ticks all the boxes. Its something nice to be able to have a well organized place to do research.

The staff there is lovely so helpful and the setting is wonderful. Very calming in addition they…read morehave wonderful great

Librarian Erin is always friendly and pleasant. I saw her…read moregive someone her own change to use the copier. Another librarian, young woman (nose ring, combat boots, shoulder length hair) could use lessons in speaking to her elders (i'm 60 & found her to be quite condescending). When i complained about people from a healthcare company on cell phones in the QUIET/NO CELL PHONES AREA, she snarled, "GO BUY HEADPHONES!". Ummmm, how about you do your job, ask them not to be on their phones, or find them a space in an unoccupied meeting room? You're lucky to have a town job. Previously, i have been accosted by 2 librarians for moving 2 chairs together, and having one shoe off. My socked foot has a lot less germs than folks wearing flip flops, crocs, and open toed sandals !! I feel singled out because i am here almost every day. Perhaps i should be waving a sign, or wearing a shirt PROUD TO BE..... Isn't clark a stigma free community? Isn't clark a safe community? I've seen THOSE signs on the police department door, the municipal building door, a few businesses' doors, etc., yet i don't feel safe, nor welcomed, at the clark library as a straight, heterosexual, English speaking, White woman. Perhaps the westfield or scotch plains libraries are more accommodating? The acoustics are strange here. There is an open atrium from the first to the second floor. The noise travels up to the second floor quiet area. The kids' area should be in the basement instead of taking up half of the first floor. You can hear every scream, block dropped, chair moved, etc. The check out desk is behind glass. You can hear word the librarians say to the public, their phone ringing, etc.

I love studying at Westfield Library. I usually go during the day because parking is easy. It has…read moretwo floors, with the children's area on the first floor and the second floor is perfect if you want peace and quiet. The staff are friendly and everyone is respectful. I enjoy doing my work there and the view is nice. The place is always clean and well taken care of.

This is one of the nicest libraries I've ever been in... Comfortable and complete...read more

Came to the Rahway Public Library for one of their events hosted by @FriendsofRahwayPubliclibrary…read more It was such a nice and chill event. The event I attended was the March Mocktail Mixer which we created mocktails inspired by iconic books. The co host @sushalamour who was the mixologist during the event picked great mocktails to curate such as the mockingjay mule which was based on the Hunger Games. The event was put together well and it was a fun afternoon activity. I definitely recommend checking out their events if you are looking for something to do in the Rahway area. It looks like they have events monthly.

Aside from one employee that I had a problem with a couple years back I think this library is…read moregreat. Really nice and open facility and generally very nice people at the desk. Whenever I go to the library to get something done, I am able to get it done with the various computers, printers, etc. also more often than not, as I said a moment a go, the people at the desk are quite friendly. The whole recreation center and library in this town deserve more attention

The Cranford Public Library has, by far, the most eclectic and interesting collection of blues,…read morerock, folk, country, and popular music CD's I have found in any of the dozen-or-so local community libraries that I have checked out in this part of NJ. It participates in the MURAL program, so residents of 40 different neighboring communities can register here for free borrowing privileges. Non-Cranford residents can borrow six CD's at a time for up to 2 weeks each. They also have a decent DVD collection, and, unlike other area libararies who charge a fee, DVD borrowing here is free. Their CD collection includes some real gems, by great, obscure artists, including Blind Willie Johnson, Bob Wills & His Texas Playboys, Little Willie John, The Mississippi Sheiks, Rev. Gary Davis, and Tim Hardin. Also, rather than just a smattering of random albums by more well-known acts, you will find relatively comprehensive catalogs by Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding, the Beatles, the Stones, The Band, Dylan, Springsteen, Van Morrison, Elton John, Tom Petty, Zeppelin, Santana, Talking Heads, Elvis Costello, etc, etc. Besides my own musical likes, they also have plenty of jazz, opera, classical, and international music CD's. The library also runs many events and programs including a film series, free live concerts, educational seminars, and several book sales each year.

When I was a little boy, and my grandparents lived in Cranford at that time, they would take me…read morehere just to read and borrow some books. My dad did the same thing too, and this was the first library that I've ever been to in my life. Now let's move on to the present. Recently, my dad and I came here to check out the book sale. For this, we had to go to the Book Cellar, which was in a separate entrance on the side of the building. There, we saw a lot of old books that were for sale at really cheap prices. Usually, we end up buying something here, but in the end, we bought nothing. Another reason why we came here was to pick up some tax forms. The other libraries in my area ran out of them, and we were told that we had to print them online. Tax season is stressful enough (unless you're getting a refund), but we don't need to add to the stress by printing online with our own, expensive ink and paper. Thankfully, this library had a lot of tax forms in stock. So we grabbed what was necessary for the submission of our tax returns. In order to get to the book cellar, you have to utilize the separate entrance in order to go down stairs. If you want to go into the main library from there, you have to exit the building and head to the front of the building to enter. Unfortunately, there's no way to enter the main building without going outside. But, if you want to buy a good old book, or borrow a new one, or pick up some tax forms, then you have to do what must be done. Overall, I'm a fan.

Very well maintained library. Clean and organized. Ample of parking space. Has a cafe for your…read moredining needs. Beautifully planned with a sun room. Bedminster township did well on this. Taxes are well spent. They have a kids area on the basement with books and toys. See images for reference.

I have been known to judge a town by its library. And if I'm judging, this town is winning!…read moreGorgeous library with a cafe where you can read the magazines and also buy something small to eat. They also have a newly constructed fireplace room with tables and chairs As well as an open area with computers etc. the staff is great as well. Wade and all the other staffers are always helpful and go above and beyond. That pretty much sums up the top level. :) The lower level is the children's library, with mrs Peterson being the calming and loving force that this kids and parents at the library loves. When my son was small and would run around instead of sitting during story time she would say Don't worry. He's staying close. He's still listening. He's now 13 and we still utilize this library as often as we can. They have special events , movie nights , busy trips and other interesting speakers etc.

Another main stay of South Orange. I've spent plenty of time here in all my years of learning. To…read morethis day it is well maintained, well ran and just welcoming for any literary information you need. The library takes part in the 'Rebl' program which allows you check out books etc. From another participating library. So if a book is out the librian will find out if another library a part of the program has it and have it held for you. The bottom floor has a very inviting children and young reader room full of things to check out and upstairs in the main library are everything else. Beyond books - editorials, magazines, newspapers and computers to use. What is great is the DVD wall. Hundreds of alphabetically ordered DVD movies are in the library ready to be checked out, so if Netflix and Redbox let you down for a movie a decade or so old you want to watch, you may find it here, for FREE! Just don't forget your library card.

The library is a fantastic resource for the community. In addition to the obvious books, music,…read moremovies, magazines, etc., they have so many programs for the community, especially kids. You need to check the monthly calendar to see what they have planned each week. The staff, as well as outside groups such as Seton Hall students, do story time several times throughout the week for various age groups. They bring in animal specialists, musical guests, and a host of other special activities. I've also asked the reference librarians for help going research on the history of the town and local community, and they were so helpful. They even contacted me when they uncovered some information days after I left. I am so impressed with their dedication, resourcefulness, and commitment to help patrons. Great Job South Orange Library!!