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West Orange Public Library

3.7 (12 reviews)
Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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Livingston Public Library - Reference Area

Livingston Public Library

3.8(8 reviews)
3.3 mi

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).

I wanna add to my previous review. This library is only getting worse. It's not even five minutes…read morefrom my house but yet I travel 15 to go to Verona library, which is fabulous. Now side from all the noise, they have a man who comes there sits and tries to talk to everyone. The one day he sat on one chair, put his legs over another chair and he had shorts on. The other day I went in just to return books he's sitting there, legs, crisscross, shoes, and socks off, and he's picking at his feet which whatever he was picking landed on the chair. The day he had his legs over the chairs, the director and other staff members happen to be there, and I told him of how he was sitting. The director said she would go and look one of the other staff members thought there was nothing wrong with it. Go to Verona library they have an upstairs room that's quiet that the children even at 3 o'clock are not allowed upstairs. They have their own rooms downstairs. They even have coffee maker there, pleasant comfortable seat, seats, and tables.

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It's Colin Farrell!

Livingston Public Library - Main entrance. Ramp and ADA elevator is at the entrance to the right of this main entrance.

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Main entrance. Ramp and ADA elevator is at the entrance to the right of this main entrance.

South Orange Public Library - doesn't know difference between U & V

South Orange Public Library

5.0(3 reviews)
3.4 mi

Another main stay of South Orange. I've spent plenty of time here in all my years of learning. To…read morethis day it is well maintained, well ran and just welcoming for any literary information you need. The library takes part in the 'Rebl' program which allows you check out books etc. From another participating library. So if a book is out the librian will find out if another library a part of the program has it and have it held for you. The bottom floor has a very inviting children and young reader room full of things to check out and upstairs in the main library are everything else. Beyond books - editorials, magazines, newspapers and computers to use. What is great is the DVD wall. Hundreds of alphabetically ordered DVD movies are in the library ready to be checked out, so if Netflix and Redbox let you down for a movie a decade or so old you want to watch, you may find it here, for FREE! Just don't forget your library card.

The library is a fantastic resource for the community. In addition to the obvious books, music,…read moremovies, magazines, etc., they have so many programs for the community, especially kids. You need to check the monthly calendar to see what they have planned each week. The staff, as well as outside groups such as Seton Hall students, do story time several times throughout the week for various age groups. They bring in animal specialists, musical guests, and a host of other special activities. I've also asked the reference librarians for help going research on the history of the town and local community, and they were so helpful. They even contacted me when they uncovered some information days after I left. I am so impressed with their dedication, resourcefulness, and commitment to help patrons. Great Job South Orange Library!!

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South Orange Public Library - SOPL in winter is a welcoming place.

SOPL in winter is a welcoming place.

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The Newark Public Library - Stunning triptych.

The Newark Public Library

3.8(15 reviews)
5.7 mi

Magnificent building and heritage. The Newark Public Library, built of brick and faced with Indiana…read morelimestone, was dedicated on March 14, 1901. It has served the public brilliantly ever since, providing an impressive range of books and services, despite its small size and limited funding. Its employees are kind and attentive. We especially enjoyed the room dedicated to Philip Roth, one of Newark's most famous former residents, who has written compellingly on his upbringing. Library membership is open to those who work in Newark as well as it residents.

Across from Washington Park, the Newark Public Library is housed in a beautiful building. You'll…read morefind some interesting art work and statues inside, in addition to books and media. If you are into graphic novels, the library has a decent selection, too. The library sponsors various kinds of events for patrons and the community. I've gone to one of the library events in Centennial Hall featuring the Arts High School Jazz Ensemble and it was really cool. Lastly, along with Newark residents, people who work in the city can get a library card. In short, NPL is a wonderful library with a noteworthy vision and mission. Its employees and volunteers work to enrich the lives of people in the community. I'm a fan of the Newark Public Library and recommend you visit it at least once if you are in the area.

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The Newark Public Library - Soaring interior.

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Soaring interior.

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