It's a library…read more Can't say how many hours I suffered as a kid in here doing projects. Then again as a teenager looking for books to do projects. Been coming here since the early 1980's and whether I worked at a desk inside or borrowed a book, they always had what I needed - I have to admit that, even though at the time (as a kid) I despised the library. Came here intermittently now and then to look for a book here and there, but did notice this place did give itself a facelift internally more than once over the years. Looks much better in both the adult and the children section than it did when my young(ER) self inhabited here. Been coming here a lot more recently so my son can take books out for his daily reading assignments from school. They have most of what he has been looking for and despite the area being a children's section, it's decently maintained. The kid's area has computers for them to use and even a play area for the toddlers. It's not as quiet as it used to be when I was told to "shhhhhhh" long ago. Times have changed. They have music and dvds (for both child and parent) you can borrow if you choose to - kind of reminds me of the decade ago and beyond movie rental business. Of course the books for both are plentiful. Staff has been friendly and helpful. They do have plenty of parking, but at certain times - especially after the 5pm hour - they have gatherings or classes here and the parking lot becomes massively full. For the parents who like to blame the library for not having a book that the local school assigned to their child - blame the school since they assigned 1 book title for over 30 kids. That's happened before and I usually just save myself the trouble and buy the book. Last year I heard a parent yelling at someone in there for not having the book - not the library's fault if someone else got there first and checked it out. Overall a great library in the area. Certainly worth your time.

The library is a great resource for more than just books. They have story time for children, groups…read morefor crocheting, etc. and offer resources for seniors. I take my granddaughter for story time every Tuesday morning. She is 20 months old and she loves it! The staff aims to please. After enrolling my granddaughter for story time, they called me the night before it was due to start to remind us.

Incredible building and amenities completely tarnished by the staff. Rude, dismissive, and…read moreantiquated. The librarians here are certainly doing their best to put the last nail in the coffin of a dying "business". I suggest they take a good look in the mirror and ask themselves if this is the career for them.

As with other libraries in the Westchester Library System, it's easy to go online and place a hold…read moreon a book and you can pick it up here or at any of the other libraries in the system. There used to be a charge, but not any more. The library itself has numerous quite spots in which you can sit in a comfortable chair with a nice view and quiet. It has recently built a large patio to the northern side--near the parking lot--which seems popular. It's a quintessential Bronxville institution, but seems to have a broader number of users than just Bronxville itself.

This is a cute little library with lots of resources! On the first floor, they have a fantastic…read morebook shop with a nice selection and very affordable prices. I was able to buy 6 or 7 hard cover children's books for $10. They accept Zelle if you don't have cash! The main library is on the second floor. They have a spacious children's section with some seating. Employees were quick to ask if I needed help. They have a monthly calendar of events with something scheduled just about every day. In order to get a library card, you have to be a resident of the specific town or city where the library is located. So in this case, you have to live in Eastchester to get a card here. However, once you have a library card for a Westchester library, you can use it in any library in the county.

Don't know why I never reviewed this place - been here 1000 times…read more Save for this library's need for a facelift, which I will ignore for now, this is one of Southern Westchester's finer branches. The selection is good, the "neighborhood book store" is great, and the staff is surprisingly generous with their time and attention.

I went to have something notarized and she would not do it. Read through the documents and started…read moretelling me what to do. violation of privacy on a sensitive situation and had no idea what it was about. Refused to notarize because she didn't recognize the documents (which are from a lawyer)

I see that I'm not the only person to have negative experiences with the bad attitude librarians at…read morethis place. They are clearly unhappy to be there and want everyone to share in their unhappiness. I've even heard the librarians loudly badmouthing patrons - even KIDS! We live right nearby but go to other libraries as often as possible to avoid the bad vibes in this place. A damn shame.

Love this little gem, very clean, sitting area outside and inside. Nice kids section, they also do…read morecraft activities, you will need to call to find out when. Parking is not free as you will park in the streets. But, on a nice warm day is a pretty town to walk around.

It's a very nice library. Pretty spacious. I like how it's organized and their outside seating area…read moreis amazing. If you want to access their computers you take the stairs or the elevator. Free for Westchester members or guests with some time limits (30 mins I think). Staff is friendly and helpful. Can get copies and do pretty much anything. I'd rate it the best among Hastings and Irvington libraries. I think it's very cozy and quiet inside.

A truly beautiful library filled with extremely helpful people. Long live the library of Congress!read more

I recently became a father to a 6 month old boy. And visiting this library brings me around full…read morecircle. My mom would bring me here when I was a boy and let my imagination run wild with literary discoveries I still treasure to this day, think Ramona and the Beverly Cleary series of young adult books. I would read and reread and reread these books. It was these simply joys that I recall soo fondly. And now I get to bring our children here and help to instill a love of learning and inquisitiveness. They have many programs for kids of all age ranges. Just pick up a pamphlet with a schedule of events. Its a great library not just for kids but also adults. And best of all it's free. It's a great way to meet other people and for the kids to socialize with others. Our family had fun here playing with toys and participating in an activity in which kids were being taught about juggling and using balloons to create dogs. Fun times for the kids. Great resources here at the library for those who want to utilize them.

The Children's Library is totally separate from the adults. This library still has comfy chairs…read more And single cubicle workstations. And sells tote bags USB drives and great MVPL items. Nice getaway. The wifi was spotty. Again very old school library. Use your phone as a hotspot or have internet service on your device. The MVPL has desktops available for an hour. The internet issue was repaired the same day though. People like to use their outside voices while on their phones here. Very much like a family room.

The worst Public Library that I have ever seen in my entire life. They may as well just shut-it…read moredown. In this computer age, they DO NOT provide computers for usage like normal Libraries.

Overall, my experience as a first year student at Columbia University was positive. With a great…read moresupport system of friends (many of them) who genuinely cared about me, I had an awesome time. And, Butler Library added to the positive experience in that first year of school. With tons to study for on continuous exams that had no end except when the semester ended, Butler library definitely came in handy. My typical routine after class and clinical rotation at a New York hospital was to pack my belongings from my room, change into comfy clothes, and get on the subway from 168th where I headed down to 116th intentionally for Butler library. Then, as I entered into the library and passed the security guard, I routinely went into the Cafe and loaded up on either a hot tea or coffee and plenty of fruit and food to prepare for an evening of studying. Thanks to those hours of studying on a day-to-day basis during the school week, I ACED my exams in 5 weeks of the Childbearing rotation. Had I stayed for another 5 weeks for the Medical-Surgical rotation, rather than taking a LOA, I might have performed just as well on the exams. I didn't get to stay, though, and I had an abrupt leave from the school. My digressions isn't what is most important. What is most important out of my story as a first year student at the beautiful Columbia University campus is that I discovered Butler library at some point in the school year and studying at the library was so instrumental in helping me do well on my school exams.

The space is beautiful, but since I've been here last, they have started pumping some of sort "air…read morefreshener" through the HVAC. If you are sensitive to chemicals and fragrances, I guess you're screwed. Left with a stink in my clothes. I can't believe that students are okay with this imposed pollution.

Great staff. An under-appreciated gem. Small, but we'll organized and a hub of activities for…read moremost ages

Friendly neighborhood library. Small, but always able to get books, etc. Intra-library. Parking…read morecan be difficult on event days. Always double check opening hours. FREE printing. Highly recommended.