I love libraries! They have many different events for the community and have been to a few in…read morepast. They are so advanced now with drop offs in the bins. There's also a restroom in case since bathrooms in NYC are premium.

The library is very small but has enough to entertain kids. The second floor is the kids section…read morewhich has a room in the back for them to do activities. There are only four tables in which one can sit to read on this floor but there are other things such as puzzles for the little ones to keep busy. There is street parking available but limited, similar anywhere near the area.

Omg. This was my childhood library where I got my 1st public library card and would come so often…read moreonce I discovered free books. This library helped me not go crazy as a kid because I was the child of immigrants who struggled financially as well as not knowing navigating the USA. My 3rd grade friend informed me of free libarary because she was an avid reader. I still remember we had a book worm in class and she surpassed everyone with her love of reading. I was in second. I finally walked in today to check out since the library's renovation - haven't been back since high school when my parents moved us out of Elmhurst and it was BEAUTIFUL! I was amazed how modern, bright, airy and just so peaceful with lots of seats as well as plenty of people doing work/reading. Definitely will be back.

I was here earlier doing research on a project. Was reviewing some Children's books up on the third…read morefloor. Took the books into the Children's Meeting area where there were many empty tables and chairs, so I sat down to go through the materials. A class had just finished. Parents had started to leave with their kids. A staff member asked the librarian, who is that person in the blue shirt. She came over and asked me where my kid was. I said I do not have a child with me. She said I can not sit here. I asked her where do I go? She said you have to go to the adult section. I was going to leave the books on the table. Staff goes it's a library take the books with and after you finish leave it on the table. Went down to the second floor it said Teen section- Confused was I not suppose to be there too. Had no teenager with me. There were tables at the media area. Sat there reviewed all the materials. Took books back to third floor and placed books outside of the Children's area. Where is the adult area? First floor? I see computers and people of all ages there. I did not see a sign. This is a very small library. People sitting on benches by elevator. Only three floors on this site. Had been here one time just to get catalog of activities at this library for family member. Tried to take pictures to post with review. Staff said you are not allowed to take pictures. Some of the staff is very abrupt and not the friendliest. Will I be back? Probably not. I am use to going to the libraries in Manhattan for they are bigger and staff are much more welcoming.

I get what I need here without issues for the past 8 years.. really have no complaints.read more

horrible environment to study in. there is a guy here who seems to be often. he sits in the reading…read morearea with the round tables and has a full conversation with his partner. staff do not care and they are rude.

Impressive library with many international books and an entire non fiction Chinese section! It…read moregoes with the territory of the area. When I walked in on this hot muggy day, many adults had found refuge in the cool library. Just about every seat was taken. Too bad they don't add a community center in here. Clean and comfortable along with free WiFi. Guards filter through the area to ensure safety of their patrons. Parking lot available a block away.

April 10, 2026: it has been years I visited this library. Today I went into library and the place…read morewas dirty , not quiet at all. Decided to go to the bathroom downstairs, men's bathroom was totally disgusting and it smelled. This place is going downhill. You have what appears like homeless individuals sitting on top of stairs. Place around outside library is dirty and disgusting. The building needs to be thoroughly redone and throughly cleaned. So sad for a beautiful building when it was built and upgraded.

It's a public library…read more They have books, sheet music, cd's, DVD's, computers to access for an hour. You can request material for loan online and get notified when it's at the branch ready for pickup. They are open six days a week. I went on Sunday at about 1:00pm. The place was packed, like they were giving something away for free..... Oh wait................

I would like to see much more history in the collection. The old library had much more in European…read moreand American history. Otherwise, the Jewish collection is pretty good, though it could have more Jewish philosophy. The library seems to have a lot for children and teens which is good because they probably can't buy so much on kindle. Also, it helps kids on Shabbos and Yom Tov where they can't use their iPhones. Let's help our libraries. We can't go entirely electronic. Systems are apt to crash and become obsolete. Preserve the written word!

I've always liked this library because obviously it has the most to see, read & do because it's the…read morecentral library of Queens. The people have always been nice when I go there. Recently, I had to go to get my FIFA passport book stamped. If you don't know, the library has joined in on the FIFA fun & they have passports where you go around the 5 boroughs collecting stamps. There's 12 stamps in all & I only have 4 of them so far. I work too much. Anyway, I went to the central library to get 1 stamp they have the cute soccer ball on top of the subway train. I was pleasantly surprised to hear that the kids section had a different stamp. I was able to collect 2 stamps in 1 location and they were so nice about it.

The Queens Central Public Library has a long history with me. I have seen this library develop over…read morethe years. On this special visit, I want to highlight the exceptional service I received from one of the librarians. He took his time to help me search for the book I was interested in, and he also escorted me to the bookshelves to find it. He answered all my inquiries and explained that a fashion show was about to start. I would have been in a rush to leave during this visit, but because the librarian was so helpful, I decided to stay for the evening event. I was able to use the self-checkout kiosk, and it was very easy to follow the instructions on the touchscreen. I observed a spectacular fashion show and had the opportunity to meet some amazing people. I would highly recommend that anyone interested in great activities, lessons, programs and events check out the Queens Central Library calendar.

This bookstore is located a short walk from the LIRR station. They have a great selection of books…read moreand little trinkets, plus a large kids selection. They also have a bathroom on site! Bring a quarter to use their gumball machine to either get a book rec or 10% off your purchase.

There's nothing I love more than supporting a local bookstore, so I was thrilled to stumble upon…read morethis gem on my walk. They are pretty small, but have a nice selection of fictional books and a larger area for kids books. The prices were reasonable and the girl working the desk was kind. I would definitely come back!

Not a student but a guest of the college for an event for my daughter's Tae Kwon Do tournament…read more Plenty of on-site parking off the street if you show up early for your event. Signage was clear and the staff on hand were friendly and helpful. The gymnasium was able to fit hundreds of people at once for 21 separate rings of competition.

I've been a college student here since spring '24 and needless to say my academic experience has…read morebeen great, however my experience dealing with security for on-campus parking has been a NIGHTMARE; Officer Thompson and Sunshine specifically have heckled me since the minute I arrived. First they started telling me to remove my window tints because the security guards have issue seeing my plate because they refuse to walk 10 feet to look at it. I purchased a decal today to start my final semester of college and I was told to park off campus grounds to which I came back to 2 tickets. After putting the decal on, I'm now told I'm unable to park inside the campus ground before 2pm. My entire experience with Queens College could have been much better, but they are a business and nothing more. If you want to park on campus, you should be prepared to spend some extra money because they'll somehow find a reason to write you up a ticket. Also, this campus has buildings so old and out dated, it really makes you wish you chose another school. I've taken 5 summer classes and have seen nothing but roaches everywhere. Nothing but a sub par college experience overall.

Consistently wonderful and helpful staff! Tom was very helpful! Peaceful space.read more

It's loud and the staff does nothing to control the noise. I've been to this branch on back to back…read moredays and the staff has allowed one person to have a conversation on speakerphone for about an hour on the first day, it was a weekday, and on the second day allowed someone to remain on the phone significantly longer than an hour laughing and chatting. This branch also has no private study rooms. It's difficult to want to root for public libraries when this level of inconsideration is allowed.