Our little library has come such a long way. Throgg's Neck's-New York Public Library branch was…read moreestablished in 1973 to serve the community and is still standing strong. This library is a light in the neighborhood. They've renovated since my years ago visit. Arriving recently to a bright, clean, and well organized space full of newness. And of course books galore for those looking for a fairly quiet place to sit and read, utilize their laptops or take home a book for a two week span with no worries of Late Fines being attached. Glad I repaid them a visit. I'll have to make it a point to stop by again in the future.

READER BEWARE.....this is a review of the library the way I remember it from the last time I was…read morethere....1986. It's been so long that the front of the library from the pictures doesn't even look familiar. I recall a vestibule, kids section to the left by the bathrooms and adult section on the right of entering. In the kids section by the windows was a magnificent mural of painted Sesame Street characters. It was a great environment. Recall a guy named Monroe who worked there. Thanks for the trip down Memory Lane.

The workers talk a lot among themselves than the visitors. The visitors are mostly elderly people…read morewho speak very loudly without thinking, and they disturb others in their work

Wow, great staff! Thank you,for everything all of you do to keep this place in tip top shape.read more

This library needs a complete turn around from the basic ( bathroom is absolutely disgusting) to…read morethe older staff members who are so fed up with everything. Staff: Im usually in the " children's' room" upstairs on the second floor. Staff is absolutely MEAN to the children. The kids are hesitant to approach them about anything from borrowing a laptop to questions about their library card. Sad that this environment is so scary and uninviting for these kids. There are a few nice staff members but there is a horrible lady that sits at the desk to relieve a co worker for lunch ( mid 50s, heavy set, loud, often heard even being rude to staff) Im scared of her! She yells and is so rude. The kids are very fond of the younger staff because they actually treat them like humans. I wont be coming back. You wouldnt either.

What happened to this library? It was once filled with plenty of books but now the shelves are only…read morea quarter filled, if that. I grabbed a quick fiction hardcover and requested the Jennifer Teege book I was originally hunting for. Let's see if we can improve this neighborhood necessity!

A great neighborhood library…read more The children's section is downstairs, and the upstairs are where the computers and adult books are. Although it's a pretty small library, they have ample seating and tables. It's a good place to get work done as it is very quiet. The librarians are helpful and go the extra mile for you! Highly recommend.

Okay this is officially the worse library I've ever been to…read more I'm a ninth-grader and I was using the computers at the adult section because you know, above seventh graders are fine. So I was working (with my brother) for about 10 minutes. Suddenly, the librarian who is seated at the computer place suddenly SHUT off my computer and gave it to a older white guy who "needed" it. Worst of all, there was a computer RIGHT THERE on the other side. And the old man was also really nice. He asked the librarian aren't we were still using it, and guess what she said? "Not anymore." LADY. WTF. I worked for 10 minutes. I had a full hour, and the library is no where near closing time. I hope they can somehow explain this, and fire that librarian.

Stopped in for a break during my walk and used the restroom. The staff was so pleasant and…read morefriendly; greeted me with a smile. Although the library is small, it's clean and a decent size to get some work done. The air conditioner was working well. I can see myself stopping in again in the future whenever I'm in City Island again.

The library is small,but it does have interesting books on boats & photos of City Islandread more

Although I live closer to the Parkchester NYPL, I like coming to the Castle Hill branch on days…read morethat I really need to focus and work undisturbed. While it could definitely use some TLC, and isn't nearly as modern/updated as other locations (which is a shame!) it gets the job done. In my experience, the library staff is always pleasant, greeting everyone who enters, and eager to assist.

On my latest visit I went to change my library card to the new limited special edition "Black…read moreCard"... Knowledge is Power! This is a local neighborhood library, opened to 7pm weekdays, that has a very small square footage compared to most other locations. The librarians and other staff are always pleasant and very helpful. There is virtually no separation from the adult section and the kid's area. The size may seem like a negative but I have found on the occasions that I have ventured in (mainly to print a page or two because I ran out of ink, plz don't judge me. Lol) it's virtually completely silent. This is one library where people actually obey library etiquette probably due to size, but I can appreciate it. I don't think I ever borrowed a book from this location and to be honest can not remember the last time I borrowed a book from any location. Nonetheless because of it's size, if what you are looking for is not available you can always just request it and then come here for pick-up. Just A Note: Depending on what you need this library is worth utilizing because it allows you to avoid the masses.

Usually a nice place to visit but the last few days, it has been HOOOTTT!!! No AC!!! You ask staff…read morewhy there is no AC and no one seems to know why...SMH....and this is suppose to be a cooling center....haha!!

I thought i had entered a zoo. little kids were screaming while their parents were on the phones…read more the kids on laptops were playing games and hogging them for people who needed them. a random little boy slammed my laptop shut. do not recommend.

This library in the East Bronx has been a staple of the community since it opened in 1973. It's a…read moresingle-story, decently sized branch with a beautiful marble exterior. The branch offers many programs and opportunities to the community, such as a chess program, a knitting group, a toddler program, a teen program, and so much more. There's also the obvious - a wide selection of books available for all ages ranging from children to teens to adults because READING REALLY IS FUNDAMENTAL!!! There are also computers available for public use with appointments available and even training for those who need assistance. The public is assisted and supported with excellent customer service by a talented, dedicated staff. The branch is also partially wheelchair accessible. Every so often, NYPL merch is available to help support your local library like tote bags or t-shirts. They also have limited edition library cards like Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats and Marvel's Spider Man. Stop by to show your support, read, and/or borrow a book!

The library is beautiful inside and they have enough computers and offer free classes for both…read moreadults and children. The Children's section is awesome and the collection of books is amazing. The adult section is roomy and has lots of books but Im so disappointed that they don't carry a little of my favorite authors . I stop by a fee times a month and search the entire adult section and sometimes happen to find a book that will interest me. I am willing to try different authors and books so I usually will get 4 to 5 books only to find that 1 or sometimes 2 are to my liking. I even asked for a particular book several months ago and i never heard from them either telling me the book was there or that they were unable to get it. I have lived in this neighborhood for over 35 years and this has always been my go to branch. The employees ate always helpful, friendly and professional and are great if i need any other help other than finding my favorite authors.

Wonderful staff. They have about eight PC workstations with web access you can reserve and print…read morefrom if needed. It is close-by to a school so expect large traffic of young ones around 3pm, but as a library, the staff still keeps it fairly quiet. They also have a great room you can reserve for free if you want to have a private study group or meeting. Good selection of periodicals, including the NY Times, Daily News and many mainstream magazines. Overall, a wonderful outpost branch. Operating hours as of 6/2018: Mom 10:00-7:00 pm Tue 10:00-7:00 pm Wed 10:00-7:00 pm Thu 10:00-7:00 pm Fri 10:00-5:00 pm Sat 10:00-5:00 pm Sun Closed

It was once our faviorte place to go in the area. Saddly, the library is poorly managed now and…read morebecomes so unwelcoming. And the new manager Manor Pogosian is very mean and unprofessional.