Yes, I'm reviewing a library. I know, I know. It's weird, right?…read more I was in panic mode during my final days of studying for a certification exam for my work, so I decided to head over to the library to free me from distractions so I could really focus. Let me tell you, folks, heading to this location for some peace and quiet was a BIG mistake. The library itself is on the small scale with a few tables set up here and there and, from what I could tell, two computers that were available to use. I headed for the back corner (prime studying location), which happens to be next to the location where the two librarians are parked doing their thing. Within five minutes of being there, the librarians were in full on conversation mode about their cats, their friends' cats, this person's family, that person's car...whatever they could possibly think of. This is a library, right? Right. What happened to all the shhh-ing and the inside voices? Or have the rules changed? I decided to stick around and pop on my headphones to drown them out. But just when I was getting back into the wonderful world of Finance, an older gentleman came in to check out a book. This wouldn't have been an issue, but it turns out he already had FOUR overdue books out. Scandalous!!! I couldn't take anymore. I lasted twenty minutes in there. And no, I didn't say anything to them. I should have, but I was better off just walking out and going back home. I guess what I'm trying to say here is, don't come to this location if you're trying to study or concentrate. Or if you do, I wish you better luck than I had.

Very nice Children's library area. A great selection of children's books, toys, and activities for…read morecreative play.

My son was at a camp at Swarthmore College, and I needed a place to camp out and do some work. The…read morePublic Library fit the bill. Very friendly staff, nice quiet environment (I mean, it is a library) and most importantly, accessible power outlets and free internet.

This is a great library because of the staff and volunteers. Hands down, they make this place…read moregreat. They breath life into the aisles and shelves. Let's count the ways: 1. Awesome CD collection - Ok. I get it. CDs are dying and downloads are rising. I am a raving fan of Spodify but not all my bands are on it. So there are some CDs I need to get to upload to iTunes. SPL helps me. 2.) Spectacular DVD section - another thing that has gone the way of streaming but most everyone still has a DVD player. They offer a nice taste of everything: foreign, documentary, independent and major studio. There's a nominal fee required but it's a pittance compared to the theaters. 3.) The Shelves - they do a nice job stocking books I enjoy reading in subjects that I'm passionate about 4.) The Delaware County Library System - I can request books and CDs from other libraries if Swarthmore doesn't stock it. And they are usually delivered quickly. Their website and ordering process is great. 5.) Their sales - used books, CDs, DVDs and delicious baked goods. Worth seeking them out!

Exactly what I needed to sit and get some work done, and a perfect place to bring kids…read more Seems mostly aimed at kids. There are stuffed animals and short chairs all over the place. It's a pretty small selection of adult nonfiction. There are games and the staff is very friendly. The adults section does have a place to sit and read or type. There's a magazine rack and good wifi. Very small room. Very clean. Plenty of parking.

Friendly and helpful staff! Always fun and creative activities for the kids, love it!read more

This library is ok but I go to the another location usually because it is closer. This library uses…read moreits space fairly well though sometimes I have trouble finding anything I'm looking for. Noise depends on what hours you come by. It's one of a few libraries around walking distance but it's just ok I guess overall.

Great little library. The librarians are nice, inviting, and although small the environment is warm…read moreand quaint. They have a limited selection of books; but the library actually has one of those old school library feels. I see the librarians greet the children by name as they come in from school. I even see some of the librarians let the children use the phone to make personal calls. It is a fantastic place. I'm hoping that it sticks around!