I love this library. It's super spacious. Has a huge parking lot and just filled with different…read morerooms for what you want to do. I love the events that they host for children. If you don't have a library card here, I would definitely recommend you to get one. I made a video review on my tik tok: @jessiica0204

This review is specifically for the Plaza Theatre attached to the library…read more How did I, a Broadway theater lover, not know about this hidden gem right here on Long Island?? Broadway quality shows for a fraction of the price. The Plaza Organization had humble beginnings in the early 80's. They have provided countless shows, workshops etc. since then. Working with various organizations across Long Island. The new venue at the library opened in January 2021. The 7000 square foot space houses a 420 seat theater and various offices. It puts on fully staged Broadway performances complete with a live orchestra! My friends and I had the pleasure of seeing their production of South Pacific on Friday 10/15/2021. It was spectacular! There are three other plays slated to run to complete the entire season. Each production runs for four weeks. I am currently gathering more friends and family to see their next production, Man Of La Mancha!! If you love live theater as much as I do check them out, you won't be disappointed! plazabroadwaylongisland.com

My first visit to a Long Island library. Not sure if I could register being said I am a NYC…read more(Queens) resident. This location is walking distance from my work. It's a huge branch, 2 floors building. There is a security guard by the entrance. There are special playroom for children, activity room for teens and a meeting room for adults . I have seen posted programs and activities for each level. I maybe a frequent guest here, an hour stay to browse or read is a plan. Will check again later.

Nice library but still charge late fees where as other libraries in Nassau county waive late fee…read morecharges. Go visit don't borrow book tho

This library is beautiful outside and inside! I came here to edit my resume for my job. I parked…read morenear Locust Street,side. Thats a small lot. As I walked to the entrance I saw ample parking on the other side. Walking inside I saw so much beauty and it was very quiet in here. I say at a cubicle up stairs and there was peace and quiet. The staff is gentle. I received a gentle scolding for being on the phone. Upon leaving the library at 5 pm, I thanked the librarian for the scolding and apologized at the same time, ensuring that I my actions will not be repeated in the future. This review is short because I was focused and trying to get much of my editing done, but it looks like I may not return to Franklin square library, wait,,, I have friends at Franklin square. Oh well, ruled out!

I came in here on a whim because I was driving through the area. I typically do not like public…read morelibraries because I desire I private work area, but here there are cubicles to accommodate the scholar who thrives in solitary. So... I come for the cubicles and the clean restroom. I'll admit, some elderly members of the majority have put in that little extra effort to imply that my presence is not welcome (I had an elderly man silently but abrasively refuse to share the sidewalk, and middle aged women who look petrified if we cross paths in the restroom), but overall I find the library filled with folk who want to quietly complete tasks.

My daughter goes to the children's events here and I need to say Ms. Kunz the children's librarian…read moreis an amazing person. She does so much with the kids and treats them so well. She loves her job and the kids of valley stream which I appreciate so much. My father uses takes my daughter and we always raves about how fun the events are with Ms. Kunz. I went for myself and was so impressed. She gets all the kids involved and happy. In the summer they have the story times all around the neighborhood such as firemans field, village green, green acres mall and more. My daughter absolutely loves the Valley Stream childrens program and as a parent who couldn't afford summer camp I appreciate this program so much. It helps us keep our children busy and entertained. Ms Kunz, please keep doing the children's program because you are a blessing to Valley Stream and it's residents!

Children section is amazing. Librarians are so helpful and friendly. My 2 year old son loves this…read moreLibrary

Big and neat! Well organized children section on the 2nd floor. Great variety of book selections…read more Staff was very friendly and helpful with tons of information and activities for the kids. Only problem is the parking lot is on the other side of the street and the traffic is so bad on Hillside Avenue. Cars drive very fast on Hillside Avenue and I feel scared even when standing there to wait for the traffic light.

I came to this library for the first time for toddler open play and I thought it was great! It took…read moreplace on the 2nd floor and the area is next to a bunch of windows so you can see outside facing the library parking lot and street. A lot of natural light comes in and it's a big space for open play with a ton of toy options and a table just for coloring. The one negative is once open play is over (about an hour), they put away all the toys. I've been to other libraries where they leave the toys out for the children to play with as long as the library is open. The parking lot is very big and there were plenty of spots when I went, which was a weekday at 4:30pm. I liked how the open play was in the middle of the day as early times don't work for my family's schedule.

It's a good place when you need to get stuff done…read more Some staff are helpful. A few are rude. The Male Security guard is annoying and toxic. Enter at your own risk.

I have been coming to this library since junior high school. When I was younger I remember coming…read morehere to check out books to read and studying for school. Now I bring my kids here. My son loves coming here and checking out books. There are DVDs and CDs for personal use. There is an activity room in the basement where they have educational classes as well as classes for children. With your library membership you can get a guest pass to the Cradle of Aviation museum, the Intrepid, Nassau County Museum of Art & Old Westbury Gardens. We have taken advantage of this benefit and have thoroughly enjoyed every experience.

The staff is friendly and the facility is bright, clean and well organized. I like the fact that…read morethey separate out the children's room from the adult section of the library, so I am comfortable letting my little ones hang out in the toy / game area themselves. The children's room librarian tries to organize and clean up the toys as often as possible. There are a great mixed of toys, from training tracks, to kitchen, to pretend ice cream shops and even a daycare available for kids in different ages and genders. My little ones had a great time spending an afternoon there this past weekend.

Great quiet library with good staff. If you want to come and read without anything disturbing you…read moreit's a right library

Visited this library for the first time and it was very impressive. The staff at the circulation…read moredesk was very friendly. Teen zone was nicely decorated and had a large variety of book selections for the teens. The children's room was decorated with lots of arts and crafts, bridge and colorful. Only issue was that the adult section and children room was not really separated and it could get really noisy when lots of children hanging out in the children area. Free WiFi! Street Parking, could not find a parking lot. Parking was not an issue at all on weekend. Great location.

6.3.17 Lakeview Public Library. 1120 Woodfield Road, Rockville Centre, NY…read more The Lakeview​ Public Library is a beautiful community Place of learning. Formally the Lakeview Elementary School. This beautiful library in Rockville Centre embraces the cultures​ of the community and offers all who enter their doors, the knowledges, and ideas to achieve a full prosperous rewarding life. You can connect with the dreams of those who have gone before you and those who work hard today to advance our American values of Love, freedom and Hope for everyone. My mother was an elementary school teacher as a result, I grew up more-or-less inside a library. Before the internet, there were only teachers and books. Books were my Gateway to advancing my life and the lives of others. The beauty of knowledge, is embraced in this beautiful Community Library I am so honored to be able to advance ideas, and discover new pathways to the future here. This library offers many courses and classes including tax preparation, driver safety courses ,yoga, knitting classes childcare, and much more. Step outside your bubble, the bridges of knowledge here will connect you to the wonders of the whole world. JIM D.

Great neighborhood library. They always have little activities for the children in the area. They…read morealso have homework help during the school year upstairs. They also have free passes to some of the local museums!