One of the best libraries in the state! Clean. Well stocked. Well run. People there are helpful…read more Not everybody knows how to use an index box or whatever they call it to look up a book. Not everyone knows how to use a computer. Even in this day and age that's right. Place is great. It's great to spend a rainy afternoon and reading any kind of book you want. Books for sale. Different events. Just a beautiful library!

There are so many free activities to be found at this wonderful library. It is a very inviting…read moreplace with friendly staff. There is a large children's area full of books and toys. There is a teen area with seating and tables for studying. There are so many activities to be found here! Story times, books clubs, art history presentations, homeschool STEAM classes, movie matinees, board game groups, science shows, musicians, the list goes on. You can get free local museum passes, participate in the summer reading program, or just stop in the shop their bookstore. I am very impressed by this library!

Love this library! They have so much available to adults and children whether it's a book club or…read moretoddler story time. With COVID putting a damper on a lot of things they still offer free craft packets- every Monday for the little's! They also made getting a new library card extremely easy and we're just so friendly and pleasant. I also go here often to print shipping labels and at 10 cents per piece of black and white paper- you can't really beat that! They also still decorate by season and the way the books are grouped- makes it extremely easy! I really just enjoy this library- the overall setup and the very friendly staff! Definitely a place we will be frequenting on the regular!

I visited this library for the first time in many years. I moved out of town along time ago and I…read moreused to come here when my kids were little and it was really nice. My girlfriend still lives in town and she invited me to go to a wreath making class with her. I went and it was so nice. It was free which was surprising and then they also supplied you with wire and they made a bow for me and it was really nice. I brought two big bags of greens from the back of my house because I am not very crafty and didn't know how much I would use but I used a fraction of what I brought. Fortunately we were able to share with each other so I picked out a few other greens that someone had brought and I donated all of mine. The class was fun and the people they were delightful. What a nice place in the community.

So much to share so I'm going to just get to the point for you:…read more 1. Spacious 2. Large kids area with play centers (my 3 year old LOVES this place) 3. Has a teen center! 4. Has rooms you can book and utilize 5. runs a lot of great events for kids and adults alike (my daughter has done October ghost hunting after hours, they do concerts for kids, Bluey events, storytime, free family portraits, etc... Check their website for listings and they change frequently!) 6. They have a book store called friends of the Library which is open on Wednesday and Saturday mornings (donated books sold extremely cheap) 7. The building holds a lot of history 8. Plenty of parking 9. They do kids and adult craft take home bags. Check their calendar for adults and register monthly for kids its a different craft weekly (all free!) Only thing- I wish some of the employees were a little more friendly and outgoing. Especially with my kids.

It is a good library with a teen center/kids section and plenty of books…read more One way to improve- more events for young kids that take place after traditional working hours. Thanks!

I'm challenging myself to visit all public libraries in the state of Rhode Island this year and I…read morestarted with Barrington Public Library--I unknowingly set the bar high for the other libraries. I had reserved a room online and the staff was really helpful in helping me find the room. They do hold your reservation for up to 15 minutes if you're running late. The study rooms are spacious, a bit modern, and they even have more upstairs. I found that there were lots of different seats and sort of study spots around the library--wooden chairs, couch like chairs, tables, darker spots, spots by the window, etc. I loved that they had a puzzle that you could help with. I also think it's neat that they have a zone for each age group and it's nicely decorated plus clearly marked sections for different genres and type of books. I took one of their newsletters and quickly found out they have lots of activities each month, some of which I plan to attend. I was also in shock to find that they have a very nice auditorium where they have speakers but also show films. There was lots of parking, the outside of the building is nice, there are some cafes and stores nearby, and they even have a museum in the basement for the town of Barrington (although it does have special hours of operation). I love forward to coming back eventually and seeing how they decorate and organize according to seasons.

Such a good playground especially for a wide range of children. I love taking the kids I babysit…read morefor here because they have two sides of the playground, one for babies/toddlers and another for ages 5 (ish) and up. Makes it very convient to have a little bit of everything for everyone. Theres picnic tables, benches, and covered seating avaiabvle which is super nice.

I moved from North Smithfield to the Burrillville area within the last couple of years. I was…read morehesitant to leave the North Smithfield library as that was the library that I went to growing up and I had become accustomed to it. My boyfriend told me that the library in Burrillville is actually really nice and he took me there one day. I'm so glad that he did because the library is incredibly impressive and it has turned into my favorite spot in town. It has plenty of room to be able to sit relax, read, and study. They also have an area for a community puzzle that you can work on. They have a really good book selection and they are connected to Ocean State library so if you don't find the book that you're looking for there they can have it ordered from another RI library. You can also drop off/return books from any Ocean State library to this library. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. They seem to coordinate a lot of events and keep things interesting at the library. For example, this summer they had a place where you could pick out some seeds for gardening and it was in collaboration with another local group. I'm so happy that I live close by to this library and that I tried something new and gave it a chance!

This is the closest library to us, so it is the one we go to most often. They have a good kid's…read morearea, and the whole library is nice and big. Everyone is friendly and helpful but they do NOT accept cards for payment (in my case, a late fee). Had to log onto the computer to pay it off which was faulty, and had to try three different computers before I could check out a new book. They have some cute kids activities to choose from, as do the other libraries in RI. We went to a couple story time sessions with the kids which they enjoyed. There is a park across the street from them now which I have not yet checked out, and also another small park up the road. Usually we make a park/library trip at the same time. I like the toys and activities at the Slatersville location better, but this library does have the largest kids area out of all I've been to.

Love the staff at this library - super friendly…read more It's a small library with not a huge selection in general but especially non-fiction but I don't fault them for that because I bet they would expand if they could. Special shout out to all the librarians there who select the children's books to put on display on the top of the shelves. They always make great selections and they are constantly getting new Children's book - nice work! They are also always hosting different events for the community. I don't want to knock other libraries but Westport has the friendliest librarians compared to neighboring towns. Anyway, people should read more.

Sleek and clean…read more The Westport Library was built in 1971 and was expanded and renovated a couple of years ago. It's a very clean, spacious and modern looking library that's extremely nicely organized and well thought out. A library that it's easy to feel right at home after only a few minutes. The first thing you notice as you walk toward the doors is the unusual sculpture near the front of the building. It really shines when the sun hits it and does go nicely with the design of the building. The inside of the library has a nice children department and community room with lots of events and programs going on. All the periodicals, best sellers, new books, computers and historic references are easy to access and logically placed. The Westport Library is a nice community library that offers a pleasant environment to study, read or just attend a lecture or program.

I use the Cranston Public Library very frequently. All my life I have been a big fan of THE PUBLIC…read moreLIBRARY . I appreciate both printed BOOKS , MAGAZINES ,NEWSPAPERS and the fairly new information technology including dozens of computers available to library patrons. I would vote in ANY election for an increase in library funding. For years it was taken for granted by both library patrons and library staff that- conducive to studying and reading -QUIET and CIVILITY were the norm; indeed THE RULE, in public libraries. For some time now I have been perturbed by this unexplained , un-therapeutic, and RUDE to the general public DUMPING BUS LOADS OF MENTALLY DISTURNED YOUTH into the Cranston Public Library. Presently I am typing at a computer station here and seated to my left is a clearly mentally disturbed youth. Only the STATE OF RHODE ISLAND can be authorizing this unprofessional " treatment " of difficult minors. NOTE : The Cranston Public Library could at least give notice to regular patrons for " patience " with this " problem ". Some of us might just think that " brats " are the problem here. Like the homeless crisis ,the real problem here is the STATE of Rhode Island ( or perhaps the City of Cranston ? ) neglecting vulnerable people. Ron Ruggieri , 75 Mathewson St., Cranston, Rhode Island ( 401-580-7432 )

A little library with…read morea lot The very first Knightsville library was established back in 1927 and was just a small spot in a local store. The is was typical for the time and libraries were just sort of stuck in any place that had some room. The very first permanent library in Knightsville was built in 1959, a little brick building that is unassuming but very functional and has a lot more inside than you would think possible for it's size. A great example of how space can be utilized, this little library just oozes over with so many things to explore and examine. Nothing aesthetically that really stands out, the library has the good things that just can't be verbalized or expressed. It becomes very obvious that everything about this library is special every though nothing really stand out. This building was constructed by contributions in the name of Gerard Ruggieri. A great honor to have people love you enough to name a library after you. This library is a special little place that is so, so quiet and subtle. Nothing special about it at all. But I suspect the people that use this library know and appreciate just how wonderful a small, and very unassuming place can be. This review is dedicated to Alexandra S. She walks softy upon the earth but sees what most of us don't.

What a charming old library. While it is free to visit, there is a suggested donation of $5. When…read moreyou enter you'll sign in and get a visitor sticker. It seems like there are options to become a member so you can use the space to study and work. While exploring, there were quite a few people working in the space. There is a huge selection of books and I love how it's organized. I really enjoyed the basement section that held the history of the space and some of the very first books that survived the fire that burnt its predecessor. The staff is friendly and kind. There were restrooms downstairs. I loved visiting.

Came here with little to no expectations but it ended up being one of my favorite spots in the…read morearea. $5 suggested donation /person admission Very quiet but cozy library. Feels like an amazing place to study and take a second to read. Highly recommend a visit for anyone coming out of state. Definitely would enjoy coming back for a whole day.