It's rather busy everyday it seems so that means less space for privacy and seats. Staff are…read morehelpful though. Don't sit in the teen section if you're not a teen or you'll get kicked out lol

I took my god daughter to the library in Astoria near ditmars blvd which was close for a while due…read moreto updated renovations and while she is doing her summer fun project, I am taking a well deserved nap on the quiet upper level . Multi floors , plenty of books , computer area that was filled with folks with plenty of time to waste . Nice upgrade compared to the old interior which was old and full and the many shelves are filled with books with categories labeled clearly . My god daughter has fun doing her research and I took my cat nap with one eye opened keeping guard on my cuzs kid . Nice neighborhood library in Astoria that reminds me of the one in the Bronx that was my go to place when I was young and dumb . 4.5 stars on my yelp meter and maybe next time the librarian lady will crack a smile hopefully.

I've been to libraries all over Manhattan and Queens and this is hands down the BEST library. Even…read moreif it's a little smaller, the book selection is insane, like I easily found plenty of books that are on my TBR list. I would go much more often if I lived closer!

Clean, friendly environment, good for adults and even more so for kids and families. Nice places,…read morefurniture including low chairs and tables where kids feel comfortable and can gather around or sit by themselves. Not just books but even toys to keep preschoolers happy. This is smaller than some other nearby libraries but had enough of a selection of children's books for our purpose. The now "standard" technology of NYC public libraries where checking out and returning books (five at a time) is a breeze. Very pleasant and helpful staff. Harry (I think that was his name) guided me through the process of becoming a member, getting a card, getting it on an App on my cellphone so I didn't need to carry it around, etc. Nice to see that personal attention in busy NYC, that too by city employees! Like in many NYC facilities parking is hard to find here (including metered paid) and there's no library parking.

Took my goddaughter to the queens public library for a class project as her parents were both busy…read moreor that's the excuse they gave and that's ok cause I had fond memories of the library during the school years and the memories have returned. Big place with plenty of spaced seating to read , study , sleep ,etc. Very good selection of books , magazines and other learning materials as well . While my goddaughter was able to do her research on her own , I roamed around and felt a bite nostalgia like as I looked around . Glad the public library is still around and a great resource to have regardless of ones age . Got a new library card while I was here and now have a good excuse to come back . 5 stars and thanks for the memories .

I went to the Broadway branch to renew my library card. I was seen immediately and the librarian…read morewas friendly and helpful.

If you need internet, AC, and a quiet place to sit and work, go to the tables in the back on the…read more1st floor. The security guard does a good job keeping things quiet by asking people talking loudly on their phone, or rapping out loud while checking IG on the library computers. I saw a few people on laptops getting annoyed. Remember It's the public library not WeWork, so yeah- expect random public interactions and colorful characters. A few could use access to a shower, just find another spot work.

It boggled my mind during my brief stint in FL that some residents -- especially those with kids…read more-- didn't know that library cards are free, with story time and other programs geared to the community. (In Smyrna, GA years ago, my good friend the librarian orchestrated cooking classes. Free! And fun!) A neighbor told me about the NY Public Library's Culture pass. If you don't have a card, bring proof of residence to your local branch, and get one. If you already have a card, sign up for the Culture Pass. You gain free entree to a host of museums and other venues. While many museums waive admission on designated days, it can be a madhouse. With Culture Pass, you choose the date you want to go, and if passes are available, you're in. They reload options the beginning of each month. Nothing that interested me is available next week, but I'll be back in January and already signed up for the Cooper Hewitt. I noticed that they have passes for other venues like the Wollman Rink. The E. 79th Street library is smaller than some branches, but it fills my need! Know too, that you can borrow books from any branch in the system.

I stumbled into the Queens Borough Public Library because the post office near by was closed early…read more(shakes fist at USPS) And I have been on the hunt for a certain book that is no longer in print and I couldn't find online anywhere...so I figured I'd give it a shot. And even though this book was once banned in the United States, low and behold I found it here in Queens!

PUBLIC LIBRARY: A modern marvel of architecture which is often praised for its unique sculptural…read moredesign. The Library sits as a landmarked anchor at GANTRY PLAZA STATE PARK with magnificent views of the surrounding area. The Library opened in 2019 at a cost of $40 million. WORTH VISITING.

Like others mentioned, the acoustics are pretty awful. Just…read morego during the week, when there is no mommy and me stroller parade or during any time approaching when kids get out of school. Beautiful, panoramic views of the city and clean restrooms. I like using the free, limited printing. Also, the Queens public library system tends to have the latest new books available faster than the NYPL system.

Brutally unpleasant place if you happen to be an adult; it's almost entirely geared toward children…read moreand their nannies, spacewise. Incredibly, you're banned from occupying any space whatsoever on the spacious ground floor if you're an adult and not there with a child. The basement level is given over to a 2nd-hand bookstore; this leaves a 2nd floor where the most pleasant space by the windows is entirely roped off for teenagers and their tutors after 3 pm. The section can sit there almost entirely empty until closing (see photo from 4:30 pm midweek), but that's the deal. The explanation here is that "it's for their safety." (From whom, pray?) The unpleasant mid-section is mainly given over to computer use overseen by a library worker too often on the phone. Sure, there's a table accommodating 8 adults cheek by jowl...over by the toilets, and yes, you hear the toilets. Sure, an NYC library is allowed to have designated children's areas and designated teen areas. But what if those areas eat an entire floor and, to boot, a whole third of the remaining floor space in a library that is a meager two floors, with a vastly smaller second floor? It's hard to understand how this is allowed, given who pays the taxes on these places--it's not the under-12 set, and the role of Manhattan's libraries is not to fill in as de facto day camps.

Easy to get to, when you arrive you just want to go downstairs to the basement level where you will…read morefind TONS of books in different variety, also extremely reasonable price to buy. It was pretty busy, lots of movement in and out. Great stop for good buys!

Beautiful historic building. It is a subscription place, but they have a public room and the people…read moreat the desk are very kind and friendly. I have nothing bad to say. Good study space with a quiet and clean environment and wifi. Cool air, everything felt good in here!

A fabulous place for anyone or any kind of bookish interests: calm, beautiful, old, and civilized.read more

67th Street Library is another great example of our community library system. It's another…read moreneighborhood branch of the New York Public Library. I haven't visited in a while. I'm going to return to take photos. There's a quiet room. Employees are helpful and they have a restroom. I'm always saying there's no excuse for not getting the book you want. They will order it and have it ready for pick up at your local branch. Get the digital reader. They are adding to their digital library collection all the time. I'm posting some books. Some may have been banned. All are available for reading. If you can't find it I'll lend you my copy! Knowledge is Power!

Very good library , located on the upper east side i love this place , down the block from New…read moreYork Presbyterian -well Cornell medical center (hospital). this library have Fashion magazines & Auto magazines , Books, Comics,Newspapers Computers , unfortunately this branch doesn't have DVDs rental movies , and large sitting table area by the window where you can charge your electronics device to enjoy the beautiful view outside facing 67 street and the school park . There a Dunkin Donuts -Baskin Robbins around the corner on first avenue and 66 street .definitely like this branch , I love the new York public library near the fashion -garment district on 42 street between fifth avenue and six avenue . the 42 street branch closed little early , compare to this branch on the upper east side . P.S. : This Library is down the block from Fox5ny New York studios !!!!. Very convenient by the mta transportation: Subway: Q-Train . 72 Street , Train station. or 6-Train. 68 street, Train station. Bus: M66 , etc bus

I use this library frequently because it's not too far from my home, but there's a couple of…read moreproblems: even though they renovated not too long ago adults sitting room's lighting is very poor and is overcrowded because it's too small.

Library staff is unhelpful, i.e., the staff goes out of its way to obstruct patrons from getting…read moretheir work done. Several commenters note that issue with printing - the staff raises it voice or states "that's not our policy" among myriad reasons to be unhelpful. The collective atmosphere is extremely toxic. A few patrons asked the chief library Nick Buron to address the issue and he retaliated against the patrons - further green lighting the toxic atmosphere and unhelpful behavior. Crude and vulgar flows from the top down. Queens library and Sunnyside branch is an example of why people lose trust in public institutions. Avoid this branch if you can.