Two different…read more worlds The Hyannis Library is one of the oddest libraries I have ever been in. It started out like most libraries in New England as a tiny place that just kept growing. The original part was a cool 18th century cottage that became the library in 1908. Over the decades new additions and wings were built until the largest and most modern part was added in 1974. All these different rooms and parts gives the library a pleasantly strange character to it. The old parts are absolutely wonderful, with fireplaces and great charm. However as you cross into the newest section things change. No more charm, just a very practical, efficient and modern area. One of the most surprising things that I noticed is the security guard. I don't believe I have ever seen one except in the large libraries in the major cities. He was certainly pleasant and polite enough but his presence gave a whole different feel to the library. Not the mellow and friendly ambiance of the typical Cape Cod library but a no nonsense and pragmatic atmosphere. I was surprised to learn that this library has had some problems in the past that necessitate the presence of the guard. Various assaults and disturbances caused by individuals that used the library as a place to hang out and not for study. In fact I had a rather odoriferous individual ask me for money while I was in the library. That doesn't happen except in much larger libraries in the cities. The librarians were busy and didn't have time to chat and the security guard started looking at me funny so I didn't spend much time in here. This is the type of library to do what you have to do and then leave. The old sections are lovely but as you cross over into the newer parts you are reminded that things aren't always as quaint and tranquil as they seem.

A visit to this beautiful library has moved me to add it to the yelp listings. We originally went…read moreto print out our parking pass for game 6 of the World Series, but found a little gem. The library itself looks historic & matches the area well. There are parking stalls along the right side of the building. Once inside the library you will see rich wood everywhere! Four computers with a printer available at 15 cents a sheet. The staff and the patrons were so kind and helpful. Comfortable seating to relax and read. The grandfather clock also sets this library apart. It does announce the time and shows itself off. If you need something printed this is the library that is worth a quick stop. GO RED SOX!!!!

Ladies and libraries…read more The South Library Association started back in 1869 and like many libraries systems it was known as the Ladies Library Association. As if men weren't suppose to have anything to do with libraries or books. Like most libraries back then it bounced around for a while and the books were kept in a shed. Finally in 1935 the town acquired a wonderful old house to serve as the permanent library. The library has a definitely small town charm to it and parts seem more like a friend's home than a public building. Lots of interesting old things to look at as well as free wifi, lectures, concerts and genealogy materials. A very pleasant children's room is located down stairs and the staff were very accommodating and friendly. A nice library in an interesting building, located in a pleasant Cape Cod town.

I have a timeshare in West Yarmouth. So when I go which is in August I always stop at libraries and…read moreinformation booth I love history and going to see historical sites and gathering information. I like the beach but since I'm originally from Long Island I need the ocean and not the day or the sound. I like finding little unbeaten off the path places.

I really like this library. Nice staff, great book selection. Beautiful building…read more The only problem I have is that it can be very loud with the staff talking with each other and patrons. They can get very loud at times. The computers are up front and at times it can be hard to focus on what your working on, such as writing papers or work because they talk a lot.

Centerville public library is located right in the heart of Centerville, and is a very convenient…read morelocation for me. I have visited to get books for my kids as well as a video. I was surprised to see so many people here. The staff is very professional and knows what they're doing. Checking out was no problem. However it would be nice if you could keep the books a little bit longer to read them. This is a great place to go if you just want to spend an hour, catch a good read, or check out the newspaper without having to spend money buying new books.

Love the Dennis Public Library! They have so much to look at and see! They offer events and are…read morevery organized. If they don't have it - you can order it and they work through the CLAMs system.

Awesome small town library with study areas and all the necessities you'd need! Stopped by this…read morelibrary while in town and was throughly impressed with what it had to offer. The library is "newer" compared to some of the others in the surrounding towns and has ample study space, many computers, and a pretty decent collection of books and movies!

I found the Wellfleet public library to be a rather pleasant place. They have great skylights and a…read morefriendly staff. Some nice places to read and it wasn't too crowded when I went. They had an excellent pile of puzzles. Furthermore, they displayed great wall art all around the library by different artists. My favorite was this rug with fishing boats. The Wellfleet Public Library is part of the CLAMS system, which, if you aren't already, I highly recommend you join!

A library with a…read more porch Wellfleet is a pleasant little town on Cape Cod. It's typical of many Cape Cod towns with beautiful beaches, great dunes, open ocean and a unique charm. So it's quite appropriate that the town has a beautiful and unique library. The library is actually quite new and the books weren't moved into the building until 1989. Before that the official Wellfleet Library took a circuitous route that took them into several different locations around town. Seemed the library was always jumping around. The first library started in 1893 when the books were just sort of piled in the back of the First Congregational Church. Over the years the library took up residence in a bank, dry good stores, town hall and finally an old curtain factory. The poor books certainly had to move around a lot over the years but finally have found a permanent home. The present library is a wonderful place. The first thing that catches the eye is the huge porch. A great place to sit outside and read, talk to friends or just relax. The inside has over 10,000 square feet and separates into several rooms which makes it a convenient place to hold meetings, events and displays. Of course the library has all the usually amenities of a modern library and helpful and extremely pleasant and friendly librarians but it's the cool, rustic and unique charm and great porch that makes this library special. It took a century to find it's permanent home but I suspect that the library is going to be in this spot for a long, long time.

A gingerbread library…read more This wonderful library in a sort of Gingerbread American Gothic style was built about 1856. But nobody is absolutely sure where it came from. Most people think that it was brought here from somewhere else. A campground in Yarmouth perhaps or maybe even Martha's Vineyard. Others think that is was built on site by John Rose, the first owner of the diminutive house. Where ever it came from the house was put to a lot of different uses. Over the decades It was a cobbler shop, a poetess home, a place for prayer meetings. It didn't become a library until 1918. It was so small that the books were piled everywhere and the patrons had to dig around to find what they were looking for. The library didn't even have electricity until the 1950s. A "huge" addition was constructed in the early 1960s but it still is a small library by any standards. A wonderfully unique and lovely library that looks like it was plucked right out of the past.

My favorite library. Great librarian, great little spot!! It's quiet and chill.read more

What a beautiful library !! Very welcoming. Juan was very helpful…read more.. Loved the display for mental health month (May)

Quilts and books…read more Osterville Public Library is a huge library that dominates the center of the small village of Osterville. Dedicated in 2012, the new building has two floors and all the modern amenities expected in a new library. Lots of computers, free wifi that works well, and plenty of chairs and tables to work, read or just relax. Even thought this is a very functional and practical library it has the aesthetics of a traditional Cape Cod library. A lovely, old grandfather clock, cool rocking chairs on the porch, a large used book area, and of course a wonderful library quilt. An amazing library, especially considering the village of Osterville has less than four thousand year round residents.

Ships porches and…read morebooks The Dennis Memorial Library was built in 1924 in memorial of the veterans that served in World War One. It's a lovely building with a great porch that had a lot of additions and renovations over the years but still has the lovely ambiance of someone's old home. Lots of great ship models and paintings of ships that reflects the town's connection with the sea and as in many great old libraries, the building is as much museum as a place for books. The library has cool old funrniture and lots of comfy and cozy places to sit. The librarians were very friendly, pleasant and helpful and know virtually everything that has happened, did happen and will happen in the town. A very cool, relaxed, casual and useful library that has all the modern amenities that a library should have while retaining the cool nautical and historical feel of Cape Cod.

Great library in a great town...they seem to have a lot of ladies working the counter who love to…read morechat (it's a cheery place) so don't go to have quiet...get your books and join town chat..