I took my god daughter to the library in Astoria near ditmars blvd which was close for a while due…read moreto updated renovations and while she is doing her summer fun project, I am taking a well deserved nap on the quiet upper level . Multi floors , plenty of books , computer area that was filled with folks with plenty of time to waste . Nice upgrade compared to the old interior which was old and full and the many shelves are filled with books with categories labeled clearly . My god daughter has fun doing her research and I took my cat nap with one eye opened keeping guard on my cuzs kid . Nice neighborhood library in Astoria that reminds me of the one in the Bronx that was my go to place when I was young and dumb . 4.5 stars on my yelp meter and maybe next time the librarian lady will crack a smile hopefully.

I have been here so many times over the years that I can't count the number of times I have visited…read morethe library. Anyway after the library reopened I went back several times to donate books and look around. To be honest many parts of the library were not touched esp the reading room and reception areas. The two librarians did not project a lot of energy and on my last visit there seemed to be absentee employees which is quite a shame. All in all I think they could have done much better renovations. Then what dilo I kn9w?

Took my goddaughter to the queens public library for a class project as her parents were both busy…read moreor that's the excuse they gave and that's ok cause I had fond memories of the library during the school years and the memories have returned. Big place with plenty of spaced seating to read , study , sleep ,etc. Very good selection of books , magazines and other learning materials as well . While my goddaughter was able to do her research on her own , I roamed around and felt a bite nostalgia like as I looked around . Glad the public library is still around and a great resource to have regardless of ones age . Got a new library card while I was here and now have a good excuse to come back . 5 stars and thanks for the memories .

I went to the Broadway branch to renew my library card. I was seen immediately and the librarian…read morewas friendly and helpful.

Excel Intermediate class--Maya is outstanding!! Very…read morehelpful! Learned a lot in this class...

Reading is FUN-DA-MENTAL...okay that was kind of corny but I like this library, and it has made…read moresome great renovations to keep running the way it has. Libraries are vital to our society, and unfortunately many libraries in Queens and across the city are facing tax cuts ,and as a result face shortened hours, and cutting of programs and weekend hours. Librarians in this library have grown to know me, and my family at this library on a first name basis, and I love it. There are petitions and many other things that need to be done to keep small local libraries like this one open. The book selection is vast, and because it is the most diverse borough, and has languages spoken from over 150 countries there are also books, and DVDs in other languages. You can of course use the copying machine, and computers, and there is also a corner just for children's books,and reading sessions. This is an after school destination and when I was younger I always went here to get my mind right, and do my homework. On a rainy day when your broke it's also a great place to take out movies for free 99! What's a better price than that? When you can bust out the handy card, and get a free bag, a smile, and a "have a great weekend" with a thousand kilowatt smile?:) The cuts are making it hard on places like this, and we need to save the LIBRARIES love books, I love knowledge, I love people, and I love Queens for more information please call (718)-990-8585 or visit http://www.queenslibrary.org/...Queens get the Money! SAVE OUR Libraries just in Queens but EVERYWHERE!

It boggled my mind during my brief stint in FL that some residents -- especially those with kids…read more-- didn't know that library cards are free, with story time and other programs geared to the community. (In Smyrna, GA years ago, my good friend the librarian orchestrated cooking classes. Free! And fun!) A neighbor told me about the NY Public Library's Culture pass. If you don't have a card, bring proof of residence to your local branch, and get one. If you already have a card, sign up for the Culture Pass. You gain free entree to a host of museums and other venues. While many museums waive admission on designated days, it can be a madhouse. With Culture Pass, you choose the date you want to go, and if passes are available, you're in. They reload options the beginning of each month. Nothing that interested me is available next week, but I'll be back in January and already signed up for the Cooper Hewitt. I noticed that they have passes for other venues like the Wollman Rink. The E. 79th Street library is smaller than some branches, but it fills my need! Know too, that you can borrow books from any branch in the system.

New York Public Library on 79th Street is not far from our building and even closer to our friend's…read moreapartment. Our friends have three small children and they typically expect to do something fun on Saturdays. This day their Dad was working so we rescued their mother from having to deal with the little rascals alone. After a trip to Kids Day at a local park we headed for the weekly book sale at the 70th Street Library. The book sale takes place in the basement. If you buy four books you get one free. It's helping raise money for our library. My daughter spent $13.00 for four books. She just didn't see anything else she wanted so she gave the free book selection to our friend. To say more about the library I must say that the employees patience with the children is something special. It's inconvenient to use the bathroom because you have to get the key. Naturally the two small boys had to go and my daughter was elected to oversee the task! There wasn't anything to dry their hands so my daughter just said wipe them on your shirt. Otherwise besides the bathroom craziness this trip to the library was a success. Not that any of us need more books! Check out the Saturday book sale if you're in the neighborhood.

I stumbled into the Queens Borough Public Library because the post office near by was closed early…read more(shakes fist at USPS) And I have been on the hunt for a certain book that is no longer in print and I couldn't find online anywhere...so I figured I'd give it a shot. And even though this book was once banned in the United States, low and behold I found it here in Queens!

PUBLIC LIBRARY: A modern marvel of architecture which is often praised for its unique sculptural…read moredesign. The Library sits as a landmarked anchor at GANTRY PLAZA STATE PARK with magnificent views of the surrounding area. The Library opened in 2019 at a cost of $40 million. WORTH VISITING.

Like others mentioned, the acoustics are pretty awful. Just…read morego during the week, when there is no mommy and me stroller parade or during any time approaching when kids get out of school. Beautiful, panoramic views of the city and clean restrooms. I like using the free, limited printing. Also, the Queens public library system tends to have the latest new books available faster than the NYPL system.

Brutally unpleasant place if you happen to be an adult; it's almost entirely geared toward children…read moreand their nannies, spacewise. Incredibly, you're banned from occupying any space whatsoever on the spacious ground floor if you're an adult and not there with a child. The basement level is given over to a 2nd-hand bookstore; this leaves a 2nd floor where the most pleasant space by the windows is entirely roped off for teenagers and their tutors after 3 pm. The section can sit there almost entirely empty until closing (see photo from 4:30 pm midweek), but that's the deal. The explanation here is that "it's for their safety." (From whom, pray?) The unpleasant mid-section is mainly given over to computer use overseen by a library worker too often on the phone. Sure, there's a table accommodating 8 adults cheek by jowl...over by the toilets, and yes, you hear the toilets. Sure, an NYC library is allowed to have designated children's areas and designated teen areas. But what if those areas eat an entire floor and, to boot, a whole third of the remaining floor space in a library that is a meager two floors, with a vastly smaller second floor? It's hard to understand how this is allowed, given who pays the taxes on these places--it's not the under-12 set, and the role of Manhattan's libraries is not to fill in as de facto day camps.

Easy to get to, when you arrive you just want to go downstairs to the basement level where you will…read morefind TONS of books in different variety, also extremely reasonable price to buy. It was pretty busy, lots of movement in and out. Great stop for good buys!

Beautiful historic building. It is a subscription place, but they have a public room and the people…read moreat the desk are very kind and friendly. I have nothing bad to say. Good study space with a quiet and clean environment and wifi. Cool air, everything felt good in here!

A fabulous place for anyone or any kind of bookish interests: calm, beautiful, old, and civilized.read more

67th Street Library is another great example of our community library system. It's another…read moreneighborhood branch of the New York Public Library. I haven't visited in a while. I'm going to return to take photos. There's a quiet room. Employees are helpful and they have a restroom. I'm always saying there's no excuse for not getting the book you want. They will order it and have it ready for pick up at your local branch. Get the digital reader. They are adding to their digital library collection all the time. I'm posting some books. Some may have been banned. All are available for reading. If you can't find it I'll lend you my copy! Knowledge is Power!

Very good library , located on the upper east side i love this place , down the block from New…read moreYork Presbyterian -well Cornell medical center (hospital). this library have Fashion magazines & Auto magazines , Books, Comics,Newspapers Computers , unfortunately this branch doesn't have DVDs rental movies , and large sitting table area by the window where you can charge your electronics device to enjoy the beautiful view outside facing 67 street and the school park . There a Dunkin Donuts -Baskin Robbins around the corner on first avenue and 66 street .definitely like this branch , I love the new York public library near the fashion -garment district on 42 street between fifth avenue and six avenue . the 42 street branch closed little early , compare to this branch on the upper east side . P.S. : This Library is down the block from Fox5ny New York studios !!!!. Very convenient by the mta transportation: Subway: Q-Train . 72 Street , Train station. or 6-Train. 68 street, Train station. Bus: M66 , etc bus

This is a small library branch. It's convenient when you need a book to read or take classes…read morenearby. This branch was renovated in Fall of 2020. There is a computer room, classroom, children's room, and the various stacks of books and videos. This is a self checkout. If you are a Mets fan, go get yourself a new library card.

I use this library frequently because it's not too far from my home, but there's a couple of…read moreproblems: even though they renovated not too long ago adults sitting room's lighting is very poor and is overcrowded because it's too small.