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.

The Springfield Branch is the community library for this section of Newark in the Central Ward…read more It's in between the areas of Springfield/Belmont and University Heights. It's towards the corner of 14th and Hayes (across from New Horizon Charter School). Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. Perhaps due to its close proximity to so many schools and University Heights, there's an emphasis on college prep services for Newark high school students. It offers free SAT prep classes for them and has other standardized testing resources. The branch has computers for Internet browsing, basic word processing, and accessing the library's electronic resources, as well as books and video collections. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

Yes, the Newark Public Library has vaulted ceilings, a grand staircase, marble floors, painted wall…read moremurals, an atrium and various exhibit cases like famous authors that lived or were born in New Jersey but it also has electronic resources. On-line you can access their various data bases which include: genealogy, health and medicine, legal, NJ information and test preparation. You can also access the libraries resources through your mobile phone. They have downloadable audio books and eBooks. Their inter library services allows you to connect to the Library of Congress, Rutger's University libraries and the New York Public Library. They have a Kid's Place on-line which allows you to get homework help and has fun stuff for kids to do.. Older students can get college prep classes. They also have computer classes, internet access, word processing, computer tutorials and wireless access. While the book collection seems to have taken a back seat to their on-line development, the books they do have are older and often rarely found in other libraries in New Jersey.

The Van Buren Branch is the NPL community library that serves the Ironbound in the East Ward. It's…read morein the middle of block between Ferry and Lafayette (it's around the corner from the PNC Bank on Ferry). The library is a sand-colored brick building with a small private parking lot. Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. The neighborhood is home to a large proportion of residents from Portugal, Brazil, and Latin America. A distinguishing feature of this branch is its available Portuguese-language and Spanish-language collections, as well as library assistance in Portuguese and Spanish. There are computers available for Internet browsing, word processing, and access to the library's electronic resources. This location also offers computer classes. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

Nice place to go . Have great activities for kids. All types of interesting books for kids and…read moreadults. Clean place.

Really love this library, I remember coming here when I was super young and bringing a bag with me…read moreso I could carry my 6 new books out easily. Is it clear I'm a nerd? I had to print a large amount of copies and the copy machine just looked at me like "hey you're screwed". I'm a hairdresser I had no idea how to use this life sized machine. Luckily one of the gals working was so so sweet, stopped everything she was doing and came over to help me! I was so grateful I could stop thanking her. Copies are ten cents there and I would've paid so much more because she was so helpful and sweet. They normally have a great selection of new books too, access to a nice amount of computers as well. The only drawback to this library is that it does not have its own parking lot. Depending on the time of the day it can be hard to find a spot because it's located right on the main avenue of the town. You can usually find a spot on the side streets. Overall it's a fantastic library, definitely recommend it if you need to get some work done or are just looking to get lost in a good book.

I'm currently in Grad school so I come to this library often when I need to get studying done. This…read moreis mainly because of convenience because it's much closer than my school library and I'm one of those people who need to leave my apartment to get work done efficiently. The library itself is very nice and has an amazing staff that are very helpful. However it has fewer amenities compared with other libraries. The few things they do offer is free wifi, computer access, as well as the obvious books/references. There are roughly 12-20 tables to sit and read. They also have a "security guard" that is usually present during all hours if you need someone to watch your stuff if you step out. Most places to sit have electrical outlets if you need to plug in a cellphone/laptop/tablet/etc. Overall this is a nice library and the only reason I gave it 3 stars is because it is SUPER NOISY, especially after kids get out of school!!! I can't stress this part enough!!!! Don't be surprised when people are answering cellphone calls, laughing, or carrying on full conversations as if they were at a sporting event. It's not your stereotypical...."Shhhhh be quiet and if you must speak wisper" -type of library. There are also private tutors that use this space to help adults and children with language lessons and after school tutoring, so there will be constant noise anytime after 12pm on schooldays. So make sure you bring headphones with music or earplugs if you are like me and need to drown out background noise. I also forgot to mention they a very small museum upstairs and a children's library that is located in the back and I've never really spent any time in either location to be honest. From what I've seen, the library has a pretty decent selection of books and constantly change their available displays for popular new reads.

It's a cute little library with a decent selection, and they're willing to order a book if they…read moredon't have what you're looking for. The librarian is very nice. My only issue is their hours, they are only open 3 hours on Saturdays and closed Sundays and Wednesdays. Makes it really hard to get there if you work long hours during the week.

This community library on Osborne Terrace serves the Weequahic neighborhood in the West Ward of the…read moreCity of Newark. It's near Newark Beth Israel Hospital off of Lyons Ave. The building has a brick façade with white trimmings; it's very pretty from the street. While the library preserved its historic exterior, the inside of the library was renovated in the early 90s with computers, an elevator, air conditioning, and a story-pit for children. There is parking both on the street and in a private lot. Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. There are collections of books and multimedia available to patrons. Community patrons can also use computers for Internet browsing, word processing, and accessing NPL electronic resources. A distinguishing highlight of this branch is its emphasis on African-American materials. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

Small library with basic needs. You have to sign a list to use the computers and 15¢ to print. No…read moreWiFi printing from your laptop. Limited parking in the back. Closed on Mondays.

The Branch Brook Branch is a community library located on Clifton Avenue between Bloomfield and…read morePark Avenues (it is closer to Bloomfield Ave if you are walking it). It's easy to get there by bus, which is helpful because street parking is rough! The branch is right smack in the middle of a residential block, but within view of Sacred Heart Cathedral. Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. There are collections of best-seller books and videos available. While the building is an older structure, like from the 60s, the branch does have computers for Internet browsing, basic word processing, and accessing the library's electronic resources. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

First of all, I love libraries and I love books. This is a great place to enjoy reading your books…read more I love going to this Library. It's such a calm, quiet and inviting atmosphere.

This community library serves the neighborhoods in the North Ward (such as Forest Hill and…read moreBroadway), hence it's referred to as the North End Branch. It's closer to Belleville and is in a very residential area. On the corner of Grafton and Summer, the North End Branch is housed in a red brick building with a brick and black iron fence surrounding it. There are steps up leading to the front entrance on Summer and a ramp for wheelchairs or other mobility aids on the Grafton. There is parking both the street and a small lot in the back of the library (with a one way entrance on Summer and one way exit on Grafton). Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. It has a collection books, multimedia, and magazines in English and Spanish. The emphasis here seems to be functioning as a center of community engagement with the distribution of info on cultural events and job opportunities. It has career-related and English-for-Speakers-of-Other-Languages (ESOL) resources available. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.

From the owner: A place to learn, grow, and explore. Located on Summer Ave and Grafton Ave, the Newark Public…read moreLibrary North End Branch provides bilingual service in English and Spanish, free computer and Internet access, low-cost printing and copying, and programs and events for all age ranges.

This community library on Alexander Street is the Vailsburg Branch of the Newark Public Library…read more Vailsburg is a residential neighborhood in the West Ward, which is closer to South Orange. The library is off of South Orange Ave and by Alexander Street Elementary School. The outside of the library fits in with the look of the historic neighborhood with its white trimmed, red brick, Georgian façade (a popular architectural style in the area in the 18th century). While three of the four outer walls have been preserved, the inside has been practically gutted, modernized, and expanded. The expansion is in the back of the building, where the children's room is located. Like the other NPL branches, it serves the needs of the immediate community and provides library resources for adults and children. Because there are a couple of K-8 schools in the neighborhood, there is a focus on being a resource for students, parents, and teachers. There are story and craft time activities, as well as early educational materials, resources, and other media. Children have access to computers, too. Adults also have access to computers with Internet browsing, basic word processing, and the library's electronic resources. A distinguishing highlight of this branch is its collection of new African-American novels and videos. Newark Public Library is a wonderful library. Its branches are essential in supporting the NPL's noteworthy vision and mission. For that, I give the branches 4-stars for the work that its employees and volunteers do to enrich the lives of the people in the community.