I have well deserved adoration for Grand Army Plaza Brooklyn Public Library. It provides so many…read morevital benefits and opportunities to the community. I remember surfing the web here in the early days of the Internet while in middle school and renting DVDs and VHS tapes. Did I just date myself?! Yep. Sure did. I'm old. Fast forward to today and Brooklyn Public library is still a gem. It's a beautiful building with so much to offer on the inside. More recently I took my kid there to explore the children's section and take out some kiddie books. The children section is definitely popular and draws a crowd. The book selection is solid and your tiny person can play for a bit. There was a random guy kind of lurking around so as with any public place, you need to be vigilant. Security is present as well. The staff is extremely friendly and all are welcomed to enjoy the space, learn, read, grow, etc.

Brooklyn Public Library is not part of the New York Public Library System. Little did I know that…read moreyou don't have to be a Brooklyn Resident to join. There's a lot of great online content and applications available to you if you're a member. Some are applications that would cost you if you download them from the App Store. I'm not sure where my review is but I know I did one. I'm going to look for my photos. I've been to some great exhibitions that I'll share photos after I find them! I've got friends that live in Brooklyn and we meet at the library. I have to admit that if I didn't love Manhattan, Brooklyn would be my second choice! Check out the library website for branches near you.

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

Interesting offshoot of the Brooklyn Public Library system. Being fairly new, it's fairly nice,…read moreclean, and has high ceilings. It's not super huge, but it's not a terrible place to get a little bit of work done to pass some time. I arrived recently when it was warmer than usual. Unfortunately, that meant the AC wasn't kicking in. That was a bummer. There are a couple meeting rooms along with some space for people to do some work for a short amount of time. There is a play area for kids, so it can get a bit noisy though. Then again, the library has to serve the greater good of the people. The architecture, as some have mentioned, is quite new and modern. It does make it a pleasant experience to enjoy. I don't know if it's super spacious, but it does do the job.

The DUMBO branch of BPL is the newest and latest library (since 1983!) and the sheer newness and…read morebeautifully modern design of the space speaks to that. The waterfront views of Manhattan Bridge and the various study spaces make this library a great choice for working though it does get a little noisy after 2pm with lots of younger patrons coming in then. Four super large, clean, private gender-neutral bathrooms and two water fountains! More libraries need better water fountains!

I'm an avid library-goer, and I attended this branch recently and loved it. Although it was a rainy…read moreday, there were several people waiting outside, including myself, to enter the library minutes before 10 am. This facility is large and clean with plenty of workstations and outlets. There's also more than one floor at this branch. I found my new go-to library location and I'm excited

Updating my review because the new library location at One Clinton is fabulous. The space is a…read morelittle wonky shaped, kind of like an arrowhead as the space does occupy the corner of Cadman Plaza W and Clinton St. There is a children's section in the basement, a reading room with plenty of desks on one side of the first floor and a reading circle on the other side, and a teens space on the mezzanine level upstairs. As it is a fairly new and renovated space, everything is really nice and clean. The library itself is massive and houses so many books too. My only complaint is that I wish the desks in the reading room had outlets on both sides of the table and that there were more tables and desks near the reading circle as it is not the most comfortable place to sit and read.

Adore this clean light big beautiful calm library! Books always are in good conditionread more

Smaller Library. They have a small play area for your…read morechildren with a small "kitchen" set. I've only been here once as I do prefer to bring my child to the Bay Ridge Location because of the set up. But my impressions are that the staff is very accommodating and are ready to help when necessary. It seems to be much quieter than the BR Location so, if you do need a quiet space for study, this would be the right location.

This library is located in park slope section of Brooklyn its very modern and I love the modest art…read morework architect its has that wooden frame inside and i love it ,there have the Hewlett Packard ( HP) computers ( similar to : Apple, Acer, Dell, Gateway, Lenovo, Panasanoic, Samsung Toshiba ,-Computers company's ) .It's very cool laid back here in this library its similar to the other Brooklyn public library i go to on Grand army plaza & Flatbush avenue ( Main branch),(Flatbush branch) on Linden Blvd & Flatbush avenue or (Crown Heights branch ) on New York Avenue & East New York avenue . Very convivent by the mta transportation: Subway: F,G-Train. 7street train station or R-train.9 street train station. Bus: B67,B69

This library is definitely on the smaller side compared to others I've visited. It has a few large…read moretables for working, which is nice in theory--but the limited space makes it feel a bit cramped. You're seated pretty close to others, and it can get distracting. I've avoided using the public computers because, well... let's just say the ambiance isn't ideal--between loud coughing fits and the occasional old man fully snoring, it's not exactly the vibe for focused work. There's a children's section immediately to the right of the entrance with tables, a rug, and a few computers for the little ones. It's thoughtfully set up, but again--space is the issue. Everything feels tight and crowded, which is surprising (and honestly disappointing) given how large and family-heavy the Park Slope neighborhood is. It works in a pinch, but it's not the kind of library you linger in for long.

Let's talk about great customer service. Shout out to Anthony and Carol was so friendly. Library…read morewas full of people. They explain great programs that the library offer. Looking forward to visiting this location again.

Majority of the staff there are rude, nasty disrespectful and unprofessional. They try to bullie…read moreinnocent people for no reason. They take no accountability for their actions. And they constantly start unnecessary drama when they see us come into the brunch. We only visited the library four times and it was horrible. Some staff let people get treated bad. Because they scared they might lose their job. They don't appreciate good people, And the customer service is so bad, They need to be investigated. They also do the minimum as if they hate their job, If you ask for help. They start fight just because you asked to use the laptops. While even visiting the library.

They've got a good selection of books in here, it's nice and quiet and very clean . I love coming…read morein here and they also have nice and clean restrooms.

This Library is suitable to do your research which is basic. I came here for a meeting with…read morecoworker on the topic of special education. We needed the computer to develop a power point which worked perfectly. The environment was calm the noise level was great meaning no loudness. People were courteous using their head phones perfect for a library day

Treasures: The Polonsky Exhibition (Located inside The New…read moreYork Public Library) 476 5th. Ave. New York, NY 10018 Treasures: The Polonsky Exhibition is a free museum located inside the New York Public Library.                            As you walk through this single-room gallery, these are some of the memorable artifacts that are currently on display: Declaration of Independence: This is a replica of the official document written by the American Colonists declaring their independence from King George III. Winnie-The-Pooh and Friends: Five stuffed dolls are the inspiration to the cartoon series Winnie-The-Pooh. All five dolls look identical to their cartoon counterpart. This is one of the most popular exhibits and it will attract a large crowd.  Brooklyn Dodgers Autographed Baseball: An official baseball was signed by the 1948 Brooklyn Dodgers team including the legendary Jackie Robinson. The First Folio: This 900-page compilation is the first collected edition of 36 plays written by William Shakespeare. West Side Story Cue Book: Production Stage Manager Ruth Mitchell used this book to signal every lighting change, sound effect, and movement during this modernized version of Romeo and Juliet.   Charles Dickens: There is display of Charles Dickens work area which includes his chair, desk, and stationary.   The New York Public Library will rotate the exhibits that are currently on display. If you have a desire to explore these "Treasures," do so now before the exhibit(s) will be permanently removed. #treasuresthepolonskyexhibition #thenewyorkpubliclibrary #nypl #newyorklibraryfreemuseum

Came back to see this beautiful library again on this day trip to NYC…read more Security was still much tighter than other libraries I've visited with special security screening equipment at the entrance and then an open bag check when I left. I still have not timed my visits correctly so couldn't join the scheduled library tours or take advantage of the public visiting hours for the must see Rose Main Reading Room. As a result I just focused on the following areas 1. The beautiful rotunda at the top with ceiling and wall murals and the deep brown wooden panels. A special 250th anniversary exhibition, Art As Declaration, was being prepared and some of the initial themes and displays were presented in the wings to each side of the rotunda. 2. The Polonsky Exhibition room with the "treasures" from the NYPL collection was fabulous as always. I loved that they rotated from their archives regularly so there's always something new each time I've visited. The Winnie the Pooh and friend display seemed to be a permanent fixture and one of the popular stops. 3. Marble main entrance and lion statue duo outside in front. Good stop to get out of the heat and humidity for a bit. Bathrooms clean and water refill stations a plus.

I was devastated when this place closed a few years ago, and was pleasantly surprised to find out…read morethat they reopened! I went there on a Saturday and it was the same quiet, peaceful place it's always been. You can get so much work (or studying) done there, especially with the free and speedy wifi. They have comfortable chairs, outlets for your electronics, and clean bathrooms. They also have a separate children's room. And the view is nice also, and it's completely free! This is the kind of place I'd give a big donation to if I were in the position to do so, but they do have a donation jar, which I will make sure to add to next time.

I found this spot such a gem! Really great space to study and work - it's quiet and big tables with…read moreplenty of outlets. The natural lighting and proximity to the River is also such a plus. Bathrooms were clean and the staff and other studies were all respectful. There's free and reliable WiFi ... and its free to work here!! After a study session, I'd recommend treating yourself to a lovely walk along the river, explore battery park, or Brookfield mall (there's a food court!)