Needham Public Library is a great place to study or take out some books. There is tons of seating,…read moretables, desks, and comfy chairs. So even if it is crowded you will find a place to sit. There are windows everywhere which allows natural light to come in all directions which is great when you are studying for hours and need some vitamin d. The librarians are very friendly and helpful. You don't even need a library card to take books out, just your license. If they don't have a specific book you were looking for they will order it from another library and send you an email when it's ready. There selection is vast too so they usually do have the books I am looking for. They have two lots for parking so you will always find a spot.

The library it's perfect except after 3 pm when a lot of teenagers comes to hang out and they…read morereally loud and The librarians don't say anything, it's so annoying, (some Wednesday it's early release and more teenagers come and it's extremely loud)

I love this library. Not perfect, not even the Library of Congress--but this is one of the few…read morethings that makes me feel like Hingham is my home town.

I've always been a huge fan of public libraries and I love spending time in them. Hingham is…read moreblessed with one of the best around and it's really worth getting acquainted with this branch. For starters the librarians are consistently helpful and top-notch. They go out of their way to help you find whatever it is you're looking for and to be available for assistance. The library building itself, while outwardly a bit dated in design, is light, airy and comfortable inside. Sign up for emails from the library on their website and you will hear about upcoming musical concerts, art exhibits, movie showings, the book club, lectures, readings by authors, and a host of other offerings. The library has its own gallery where you can regularly view all kinds of art. In addition to the books, the library has terrific DVD and CD collections. There is art work that you can borrow too and museum passes available. And all this is free! We're so lucky to have a great library system in general but the Hingham library is really something special. It's a great place to spend time.

This is a neat community library. It reminds me of the neighborhood libraries of my youth. The ones…read morescattered in a city's neighborhoods. They have a solid children's section with books, puzzles, and games. They have a nice collection (small though) of adult books. and best of all it is air conditioned making it a nice walking destination for the family. Note: it's not big and it's not exquisite but it's neat!

Fantastic spot! They have absolutely everything you need to work remotely, plus great conference…read morerooms for meetings. I love that their calendar is posted right at the entrance and online. It is always full of fun, diverse events, so you are never left without something cool to do.

I love the North Quincy branch of Thomas Crane Public Library…read more The renovation in 2022 was great! At my last visit, I spent most of my time in a side room where they hosted a children's storytime. Check the library calendar because they have some fun stuff coming up at the North Quincy branch - including mini golf with 2 different times for kids and adults. There's parking behind the library but we didn't know that and parked on the street.

I am a big fan of libraries. They are quiet, comfortable places where you can fulfill many simple…read moreneeds. Modern libraries are much more than just stacks of books staffed by quiet nerds, shushing you if you speak above a whisper. Need to print some pages? Hit the library. Want to read a new book? Check what they have in stock, or request an interlibrary loan. Maybe you prefer audiobooks or reading in your Kindle. Yup, libraries have that covered too. Want to rent a DVD, or stream a movie? Can you believe it? Librarians got your back yet again. Your local library is probably one of the most useful, and underutilized resources in your neighborhood. It offers the fastest internet around with computer stations, or simply just wifi. This library sits close to Grove Hall, so you can easily go in any direction for your coffee or snacking needs, and settle back into a cozy chair to finally finish that book on your list.

An area near me that's got everything you need: stop and shop, dunks, laundry, a bank, and cvs…read more They're doing construction underground now which has been making the traffic a bit crazy, but it looks like it will be done soon.

Though small, this library is one street over from where I live in East Cambridge…read more I have walked by it a thousand times and never even realized it was there. It is one floor and an open space.Each section is small and I wouldn't eb surprised if they didn't carry a book in this branch. They will look up in their database and hold it for you at the Valente branch. Your best bet is to come here to work, study or join the Minuteman network.

This is a tiny library and has limited hours, not to mention the fact that it is closed three days…read morea week (Friday, Saturday and Sunday), but don't let those details get in your way if you are in the neighborhood and need some library time. The staff is really helpful, if a bit chatty, and they have free wireless, four computers for anyone to use, lots of DVDs and books to borrow and some really nice programs. For those of us who have given up magazine subscriptions but still need a little fix now and then, you can settle in with Gourmet, The New Yorker or House and Garden, although there are not too many comfy chairs for getting cozy. Most are on the hard side. Like other local libraries, they have museum passes to borrow, which is a great deal. Museums are expensive and if you are a museum buff, those admission costs add up. There's on street parking for residents plus a small lot in the back. Support your local library!

A great historical building. If you are interested in architecture or in local history, this…read morelibrary is an interesting stop. It also complements the setting along the Charles River quite well. It is across from the Charles River Coffee shop, allowing my perfect morning of getting breakfast, checking out a book and reading it overlooking the waterfall (inside the library if the weather is not quite right or down at the waterfall otherwise.) In the basement is the historical society museum. Again, this is a great stop if you are interested in local history, or if you just want a low-key place to spend the day. If you have children, keep an eye out for the story hour flag that is outside when stories are being read inside.

My most favorite library ever!…read more Firstly (and probably least importantly) it is in a great old building (but no disabled access, just so as you know). The library itself is pretty much one big room. Which is kind of my favorite part. Because you can bring your kids in, and while they look at kids books/play with toys you can look at books for YOURSELF! Yes, adult books! At most libraries trying to take your young kids to the adult section can be trying. There is no time to look at books. If your kids are really young they're probably running/crawling away or pulling books off shelves. If they're older they are probably bored and fighting. Or asking endless questions. No time to browse there! But at the Bacon Free library they can look at the kids books (or play with toys) while you look at the adult books. My real actual favorite part though, is the staff. They are super friendly and very accepting. And they know their stuff too. You can say "so I heard a bit on the radio the other day about this book that sounded really interesting. I'm not sure who it's by or what the title is, but it was about..." And chances are they'll know what you're talking about. I'm sure other libraries have nice staff too, but due to the small and intimate size of the Bacon Free Library you really get to see and interact with the staff (and like I said they're super helpful!) Now they don't have all the books in the world (although they do have thousands). But they can request any book for you through the Minuteman Catalog, and send you an email once it arrives and is ready for pick up. They have many programs. Our favorites are story hour (Wed & Fri at 10am). Many kids programs at other libraries require you to sign up in advance, and also limit the ages of the children. Which is VERY frustrating if you have kids of mixed ages. What are you meant to do with the other kid while one is in story hour? At the Bacon Free Library it's simple - everyone is welcome! No sign up necessary, just show up at 10am. Art for all (one Friday a month 3-5pm) is also great. The only downside are the hours - they're not open every day at the same hour (budget cuts - they're only there part time now). Check out the website for the hours before you go.

This physically beautiful new library lacks parking spaces and makes it difficult, especially for…read moreseniors to return and pick up books. If all the spaces are taken there is no easy way a person can go inside. Plus there is no outside drop box that they previously had on the far side of the building. One can no longer drive around the building but must enter and exit from the same driveway. The parking space is almost identical as it originally was but the building is twice the size. What was anyone thinking when they designed it?

Used to love this library. However the staff have made it hard to enjoy. They're very passive…read moreaggressive and rude at times. Left the experience feeling rather sour.