If you love our country, the arts and bingo not the place for you. South Hadley and Forbes and…read moreSpringfield have nicer staff. I do appreciate them flying the American flag. They should fly a progress flag as well.

I love this library! It's absolutely gorgeous!…read more It's relatively new and it's pretty large. On the main floor, they've got fiction, a teen area, all the media, and a bunch of areas to sit and relax and read. They've got the largest children's room around by far! Oh my goodness! They've got iPads, large research computers, the small computers for the little little ones, and even a 3D printer! It's so cool! Downstairs they've got the computers and non fiction, along with a few rooms for meetings and such. It really is a beautiful place.

The Ludlow department has always been very friendly and helpful. They have been there in…read moreemergencies and when my friend has gone through and some when I needed them in medical emergencies. They have been courteous and professional and not ego acting officers in the least. Yes, if you do something bad, then they have to do their job. But they do not hide behind the badge, they portray themselves as most normal professionals doing their job, get up, put on a uniform and go to work...Thank you for trying your best to protect us and keeping us safe!!!

Cute library tucked away in the wooded 16 acres lot. It was quiet, comfortable, with a group of…read moreolder women whispering to each other as they knitted. They have a good selection of books for it being a smaller library. I especially appreciated how they had certain books standing out front and center so you could readily pick them up. Both of my book selections were like this, and they were really great reads. If there's a book you're looking for and they don't have it, ask and they'll order it for you. Cozy, comfortable, quiet, and inviting, everything you want in a library.

Wonderful, child friendly staff!! Always go above and beyond! Nice and quiet for reading!read more

I see a lot of reviews with a negative spin on the TSA precheck process at 93 Mill St Springfield…read more My husband and I were there today, as walk-ins. Donald took care of us and everyone else with unbelievable patience and professionalism. He is excellent. Donald is a pleasure to deal with. Chris & Wayne

Long lines, cramped, rude staff. Not a good experience. Only come here if there aren't any other…read moreoptions.

I have no idea if the library is open to the public, but it was certainly open for me. I was here…read morefor three hours this afternoon where I found a study carrel and was able to spread out two laptops and get some work done. This is definitely a "quiet" space. I got shushed once and had to move to another place for a Zoom meeting even though I was not loud at all. Okay, I get it. Street parking nearby is metered only unless you have a Smith College parking pass. [Review 18427 overall - 1145 in Massachusetts - 1949 of 2022.]

Having completed my Masters here at Smith College I spent the better part of my summers either…read morestudying here or napping...usually napping. This library is a great place to study and the overall atmosphere is great. The staff is extremely polite and helpful and the study areas are built for long haul sessions. Overall, I have spent a lot of time here as well as the UMASS library and I have to say that this one holds a special place in my heart.

I guess when you have a list of data, one thing has to be first and one thing has to be last. A…read morecool fact about Union is that it was the last town settled east of the Connecticut River, they can thank their rocky terrain and crummy soil for that. This two-sided marker from the CT Historical Commission, with the familiar white lettering on a blue background, is located just on the side of Route 190 (Buckley Highway) adjacent to a small town green. The inscription is the same on both sides. The marker dates to 1978 and is in very good condition. One amazing fact I learned was that when the marker was set in 1978, the town's population was just 500 -the same population it had in 1756. What's today's population? The Town of Union's website reports "the census of 2000 showed the population of Union at 694". The markers full inscription reads: This was the last town to be settled east of the Connecticut River, because of it's rough terrain and poor soil. In 1633 John Oldham, an adventurer from Massachusetts, obtained from the Indians here specimens of black lead or graphite. During the Revolutionary War this valuable resource was tapped by Governor. Trumbull for use at cannon foundries. Union, containing 12.500 acres, was sold by the General Assembly on July 1. 1720 to twelve proprietors for £307. The earliest actual settler, James McNall, came here in 1727. The first Connecticut census in 1756 showed the population of Union at five hundred, approximately the same as today. Lumbering was a leading industry during the 19th century. Shoes and axe handles were also made here. The only surviving industries are agriculture, forestry and the manufacture of charcoal. Union is now mainly a residential community.

Lovely spot for stroll. Pretty pond, interesting rock out croppings. Easy for kids.read more

This is an absolutely wonderful place to hike with incredibly interesting massive rock, boulder…read moreand shear cliff formations throughout most of the trails. The spot was formerly the hunting ground for native Americans who inhabited the surrounding; natural rock formations provided temporary shelter and living space while local tribes were on the hunt. All trails are clearly marked making this spot a fascinating way to spend and hour or two taking in the reservation's natural beauty.

Firstly, I love the sign! Books on each side look like they're holding the middle up. The driveway…read moreis one way, and theres an amazing drive up drop off. There are also a lot of outdoor seating areas with picnic tables. The interior is also inviting, with books as far as the eye can see. Exactly as a library should be!

Very nice music CD selection. Picked up some Dylan, Grateful Dead, Kings of Leon, Clapton, Marley,…read moreGeorge Harrison, Annie Lennox, Joe Satriani, Richard Thompson and Cowboy Junkies. What's very cool, and something I never saw before, is they'll offer you the use of a canvas bag to take your stuff home in. Yes, you have to bring the bag back - it gets checked out just like a book.