An amazing community library in the heart of downtown Chatham. The great things about this library…read moreor that they have various events for children as well as adults. In addition they have a great library of DVDs that you can take out and even have a current releases which can be rented for one dollar for overnight. The staff is wonderful and the library is an inviting area with free Wi-Fi

It's great for kids program! I like the staff both adult and kids section except the person named…read more"Nolan" in the kids section (blond hair lady who works at kids section during the weekday). She shouldn't be at the kids section since she isn't friendly and yelled at the kids all the time or she doesn't understand the kids. She should move from this kids section to other dept.

Clean, quiet and nicely stocked. The library is just under the Millburn train tracks from Essex &…read moreLackawanna. There's a beautiful art exhibition in the front, an orchid and plant garden by the spiral staircase and plenty of seating. Especially if you need to wait for a train. I was surprised and entertained by a glass box full of surprise poetry. I read a few and they were lovely. The paper flowers above the poetry display were very creative.

Airy , high ceilings , bright lighting , strong WI-FI & lots of outlets…read more.. separate rooms for teens after school & small children Mini art gallery at the front foyer The largest dvd/Blu-ray collection I've seen at a library yet , so cancel that streaming service Steps away from the mill burn hip strip if you're feeling for a quick bite or coffee

Books are like drugs and this library's a great dealer! With an excellent children's section that…read moreboasts a puppet theater, Lego stations, board games, educational computer games, and live shows and activities, my kids enjoy a couple hours here every visit and can't wait to come back. For all ages, they have books, ebooks, DVDs ($1 rental), game clubs, craft and learning workshops, and Rosetta Stone for 31 languages for free (off of their website https://www.sfplnj.org/). The staff's super helpful and accessible in person (during non-covid times) and via phone (973-376-4930) and email (questions@sfplnj.org). With so much offered for free or nearly free, I just can't get enough! NOTES/TIPS: **During covid times, they provide curbside contactless pick-up of books you request. They also offer a "Pick Five" service where you tell a librarian via email or phone a couple of books or authors you fancy, then they'll put together a package of 5 similar books you might also enjoy. **Returned books remain in quarantine for 1 week before they can be borrowed again. **This library's part of a book lending system called "Libraries of Middlesex" where you can hold and borrow books from 31 other libraries in Union and Middlesex Counties. **Wheelchair-accessible, gender-neutral restrooms. **Free wi-fi 24/7 even outside the building where there are benches.

Bland new library in Union, NJ. We had some small library around area, but now we have big library…read morein the center of town, next to city hall. There is big parking in the back. Small one in front. Library is in new building shared with art theatre. Nice welcome addition to Union, NJ just opened in 6/2025.

I've been looking forward to the opening of our new library for over a year, and unfortunately, my…read morefirst visit was disappointing. I really wanted to love this space and make it a regular stop for my kids and me, but our experience left me feeling unwelcome. When I arrived, I wasn't greeted at all. The staff at the front desk were engaged in a personal conversation and didn't acknowledge me for several minutes, even though I was standing in line clearly waiting for assistance... I had a few questions and just needed some direction, but felt overlooked and ignored from the moment I walked in. Later during our visit, we were in the soft foam children's reading area. I removed my Crocs so I could sit comfortably on the foam blocks and read with my toddlers, assuming that shoes weren't meant to be worn in that particular area on the mats to keep it clean and safe for kids. A staff member by the name of Emily Head of youth services) asked me quite abruptly to put my shoes back on. I politely explained that we were sitting in the foam block area and that's why my shoes were off, but she responded with , "Well, that's very unsavory," and laughed. (Not in a friendly way) in front of others. It was embarrassing and completely unnecessary, especially since we weren't causing any disruption and were quietly reading together. After that exchange, I no longer felt comfortable in the space and decided to leave. We had walked 30 minutes in the heat to get there, excited to enjoy the new facility, but instead left feeling disappointed and dismissed. I truly hope the library staff can work on being more welcoming, especially to families and caregivers who just want a safe and calm space for their children to enjoy books. First impressions matters and unfortunately, this one missed the mark.

A few weeks ago, I went to study at the Livingston Public Library on a Sunday. I needed a quiet…read moreplace to work. I found a spot in the reference section and was able to get a few hours of study there. Plus, the Livingston Public Library is also part of BCCLS (sounds like "buckles"), which stands for the Bergen County Cooperative Library System. Within the BCCLS network, you can borrow books, media, and other lendable materials from any of the libraries in the system as long as you're a resident from one of the participating libraries' municipalities. This is a nice library with lots of natural light pouring into the rooms. It's a great resource for the nearby community, plus there are some interesting displays about local town history (Rikers Art Hill and hometown, Nobel Laureate Roger Yonchien Tsien (錢永健).

User since my 3 daughers each went to Ms Gina over a decade ago, and stull finf it among he best…read moreplaces in Essex Co. Staff were a bit forlorn but brave when they has makeshify desk after the leaks. On National Librarian Day a month month I brought in biscuits for staff and always say how grateful I am for their professionalism. From Amy Babcock to all the check in patient staff thanks for your special and kind service. We should all try to express delight and joy in their help in accessing books and activities . @patricia/others: if there is a disturbing person /kids carrying on which I too have seen, speak up! Same with other as as loud talking or in other states limiting book choices , act as a citizen as we alll should be in a free country and state.

1st time at this library.....If you want to be attacked by the director yelling at you while on a…read morework call fell free to go to this public library

Love our hometown library! Striving to continue to make improvements to meet our community's needs!read more

The library is small and lacking in some of the newer books, but has a super friendly and competent…read morestaff. They have a small parking lot out back which I didn't know existed at first. That is where the night drop is.

I work in the area of Kenilworth. I came to this library seeking an article/information for a…read moreproject I was working on. I had no clue where to begin. Luckily, I was helped by one of their staff member who help me gather everything I needed to complete my report. Thanks Guys.

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

My daughter is in her fourth year here and has had a wonderful time. I find it a safe and special…read moreplace for students to thrive and interact with faculty and take advantage of an educational semester class/internship in NYC Manhattan their junior year as well which she loved. The train station is 5 min away in town and convenient to get into the city. Lots of sports opportunities here. For sure a small school feel - need to be a go getter and take advantage of all the opportunities! A gem and beautiful campus.

I transferred to Drew at one time. I was there a few weeks, had to pack up and go home. Why? The…read moredorm was horribly maintained. It was so cold in August in the dorm from the A/C that I was wearing sweatpants and a sweatshirt. My roommate and I both needed comforters to stay warm enough when going to sleep. There was mold. I complained about the conditions. Nothing. I ended up developing bronchitis. I also, despite having my associate's in theater already, was told I had to take acting classes again. My first day of acting class came and all of us were sitting with the professor, a young actor from NYC. He was asking about us. My turn came. I said a few words, nothing controversial at all, but he then told me to stop and be quiet. No explanation why. He moved on to the next student. She, after answering him, looked at me and said "What is his problem with you?" I complained to the interim Department Chair and the Dean. Nothing and I never got an explanation as to what his issue was. Between that situation and becoming ill, I had to withdraw. And even with my record of becoming ill and despite my complaints, I was sent a bill for 8k as I left past the full refund period. I had to pay it.