Pros: Surprisingly good philosophy section. Many quiet work spaces. Extensive geneology section for…read morethose who are into that sort of thing. Cons: One of the librarians was problem- oriented, and not so much solution oriented when I requested to get a library card with only 5 mins before closing. She spent more time and energy at being annoyed and puzzled at my request than at fulfilling the simple request. It takes less than a minute to get a library card, let's not overreact. The staff are generally friendly, maybe I just caught this person on a bad day.

I came to the library for the marketplace to have some etching done..Amber helped me and wow is she…read morea blessing..she knows how to use the computer!! Sets up everything and then expertly completed my etching!! She's a KEEPER!!

This place is clean, welcoming, and especially great for families with toddlers. There are regular…read moreevents for little ones, and a dedicated kids' room on the second floor that serves as a fun play area. You can request toys from the librarian, which adds an extra layer of engagement. Plus, the book selection is impressively large, making it a great spot for both kids and adults.

This place is fire I enjoyed the teen section, got my homework done, 10/10 made some new friends…read morewith the librarians and chopped it up with the staff

My old library is still here and going strong. I grew up in the area and used their resources for…read moremany school projects and reports. Dropped in recently to check it out. They remodeled since my past days here to a more modern design aesthetic. Plenty of programs for children and adults, along with events. A multitude of book categories for those who like to read. Nice seating all around. Even a small cafe here now to grab a drink and snack.

Wonderful place. So spacious, plenty of parking. So many resources for kids. Lots of spaces to get…read morework done, with convenient outlet locations, and cozy chairs to read. There's a little patio with a fountain that's also very relaxing. The new cafe is such a plus. Offer the standard coffees, but also rotating specialty latte flavor. Very cheap prices. Also some small snacks that are really cheap as well (individual candy for 10¢, chips for 75¢ etc) overall very well-kept, bright, heartwarming place to be.

Call me a weirdo or old fashioned or something else (no expletives) but I just love a good library…read more Growing up on Long Island in Nassau County had me frequenting one (or two) specific locations, though I had popped into other book havens within the area and always found them comforting. Though I never really had the chance to enter a Suffolk County library until I moved to Ronkonkoma and learned that my home library is the media Mecca that is Sachem. If you're at all familiar with the Best of LI awards that are divvied out each year, then you'll know that Sachem Public Library has almost exclusively won this accolade over the past decade. I honestly never cared too much about this fact because Sachem seemed so far, but now my newish abode is only 5 minutes away from this superb book spot. Even before I ever entered Sachem Library's doors I was already impressed. That's because I feared it would take some time to get a library card with my change of address and needing an updated license. Nope! Sachem allows you to register for a library card on their website and then they'll send you this little key chain library card tag to your home. I was amazed by this, and already excitedly looking forward to my first trip there. This came over the summer when they were in full swing of their reading programs, both for kids and adults. Even though the event was halfway over, I was able to easily sign up and was given a little welcome bag and a chance to win some prizes for my reading. Unfortunately, I was a little too busy this past summer to read at a speedy clip (wedding planning will do that to you), but this just added to the enjoyment of Sachem. When actually exploring the interior and what Sachem has to offer, there are tons of books, movies, video games, and programs available. I'm also massively impressed with Suffolk County's digital borrowing program over Nassau as well as what's out there to be inter-loaned from other Suffolk libraries to Sachem. My first trip there was to actually pick up a couple of movies I had ordered and came in for pickup quite quickly. That trip, the summer sign up, and my experiences since have also all resulted in friendly staff and a desire to return again and again. Overall, maybe libraries are a little outdated or they feel like something you haven't visited in years, but I promise you that Sachem Public Library has so much to offer (I forgot to mention the beautiful serene garden across the parking lot that you can walk through and read in!). It's easy to see why Sachem wins awards each year and effortlessly puts other libraries to shame (like my hometown one, sorry not sorry). So consider this library weirdo somebody who will continue to love Sachem.

Yet another beautiful library in Suffolk County. This one is Stamp #13 in my Suffolk County Public…read moreLibraries 2023 Summer Tour.

On a bit of a roadtrip down the Connecticut coast, we arrived in New Haven a little after 3pm, and…read moreI knew I had only had a little time before things/attractions closed at 5pm. So after hitting the Yale Center for British Art, we speed walked (sped walked?) over to the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. Why? Google it and you'll understand when you see the pictures. Beinicke is Yale's rare book and manuscript library - not their main university library or their law library. The reading room is open to registered researchers only, but the public are welcome to visit the library's exhibition hall. And everyone visiting New Haven should! The library was built in 1963, and the the architecture is incredible. The building is a granite veneer shell, fastened to a structural steel frame. Inside that structure is a glass-enclosed tower of book cases. The granite was milled to 1.25 inches thick to allow filtered daylight in - in the afternoon/early evening, the marble turned an amber color. We walked back past it at night for a different view of the building. It is really incredible architecture, and the library hosts exhibits you can see in the exhibition hall when you visit to enjoy the building (when we visited, the exhibit was "Taught By the Pen: The World of Islamic Manuscripts"). The building is incredible and definitely worth a visit if you're exploring the Yale campus!

One of the largest collections of rare books and manuscripts. Rotating exhibits for the general…read morepublic. During my visit, it was testimonies from Holocaust survivors. The general public has limited access, and this will be a short stop for most people, depending upon the exhibit. Let's be honest--most people stop by for a photo op, for the architecture and the huge column of books. I got a few great photos, got to say I've seen it, and it's cool. Worthwhile. If you're in the area.

Quality library with a nice variety of programs. Saturday social is well attended and well worth…read moreattending.Tom is highly skilled at helping with computer questions. Jamie and Anthony who were are directors at different g times at considering patron requests for programs and both did are doing their best to make this library meaningful to the community during these unprecedented and challenging times

Cute and homey! The librarians here and knowledgeable and helpful. This is a great place to cozy up…read morewith a good book, get work done, or look and see what the librarians are loving reading currently as they have their own section with shelves of current reads. Adorable! I know they're in the middle of renovating the exterior so I can't wait to see that.

Fantastic library. So much better than its previous location on Collins Avenue. They have several…read moreinnovative things that make it one of a kind. There are records--not CDs--- and you can even borrow a record player! Plus to me the greatest is the jigsaw puzzle exchange. Never have I seen this in a library before and for us puzzlers, it's a great service.

Overall the library itself is nice but the staff is not very accommodating to those with special…read moreneeds which is disappointing. Most of the staff will give a look to those with special needs when they cannot control there impulses. I wish they were more informed about those who are Nerodiverse

The children's department should be a warm and welcoming part of the library. Unfortunately, my…read morevisit today was disappointing. The two women behind the desk in the children's room were noticeably unfriendly and unapproachable. Their unnecessary comments and disapproving looks toward the toddlers' normal play behavior created an uncomfortable atmosphere. A children's area should be a place that encourages joy, learning, and community -- not one where families feel unwelcome.

Where to begin?! Since I moved here (over 30-plus years ago), this beautiful historic library has…read morebeen the heart of community for me. Nestled in East Setauket, my children (as well as myself) grew up attending wonderful programs (summer reading, endless DIY crafts, paint nights, tech help, etc.), checking out a variety of resources (books, magazines, dvds, cds, etc.), finding a quiet place to read and/or study, getting help and advice from welcoming librarians, viewing interesting exhibits, meeting up with friends, and so much more! And even though my children are all grown up now, I still regularly find my way back here ... Most recently, they have opened a terrace for all to enjoy! If you haven't done so already, go "check out" Emma Clark Library!

I mean, what's not to love about this place?…read more The library is way more than books nowadays. You can rent movies, music, and even gaming consoles and other tech. You can get museum passes for locations on LI and NYC. ALL FOR FREE. (provided you register for a card in your local area). Even for a fee there's events your parents can attend, kid events. A park nearby, and a pristine building with free wifi, AC and a wonderful staff. Support your local library y'all!

Yes I still go to libraries to borrow books and I still mail letters through the post office…read more#oldfashioned They redid this library a few years ago because when I first moved into the area I don't even remember this building being here. Or maybe it was it just didn't have a sign? Anyway it's fabulous now. This branch of the Smithtown library has a large kids area and tons of computers for you to use in the center of the library. Everyone that works here has always been super helpful and friendly. They have a lot of activities for the children and I've seen tutoring signs for the teens. I've even donated blood during a blood drive hosted by the library. It's a great place to get some work done if you get too easily distracted in your home (me).