Katonah's library - kids area review…read more Such an awesome kids library with so much to do - tons of books, play kitchen, train area, couches, turtle aquarium, chess, games, etc. Highly recommend stopping by!

The Katonah Village Library, under the directorship of Mary Kane, is a wonderful facility. It is a…read morewelcoming, peaceful environment full of unexpected creative offerings and performances as well.

Another of the small town libraries in Westchester County, New York that benefits from the county…read morelibrary system. Any resident with a library card from a count library can access the holdings of any county library. I tend to be a bit claustrophobic; therefore, the cramped quarters of this library did not help me enjoy a relaxing browse of it's holdings. I must confess that it's audio book collection looked a little more robust than I would expect for a small library like this one, but it's holdings were hard to systematically browse with a difficult to understand layout and order. The staff looked busy and probably did not have time to notice that I looked lost. My bias toward open spaces probably plays a little into a low rating. If cramped quarters does not bother you, you might want to consider giving this library three stars instead of two.

I love this library. The librarians are super helpful and nice, especially Vicky, the children's…read morelibrarian. They have great community activities for adults and children. Great place!

This is a lovely library with decent parking, a nice children's area and great storytimes! The…read morestaff is always kind and helpful.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE this library. I usually stop by 3-4x/wk as this is my go to place for dvds. They…read morehave an awesome collection of movies old and new. Also, lots of great cds as well. Quick service and knowledgeable staff. My favorite time to stop by is after 3pm when all the kids are running amok as if on a treasure hunt. The place just comes alive.

Came here in a rainy Saturday with my kids in tow. The place is very quiet and we had the whole…read moreplace pretty much to ourselves. There were three computers available, one with preloaded kids programs, the other two standard internet connected windows computers. There are plenty of tables, games, LEGO's and of course books. The employees are super nice and it was a great way to entertain the kids for a few hours. I can only speak on the children's room. I didn't spend any time in the main area, but the kids room suited my needs perfectly.

The new Library building is clean and spacious and easy to navigate…read more The Staff is attentive and professional. The programs offered are excellent. Check out the Library in Brewster,,,you will be glad you did!

A great place for an afternoon outing. Walk around the extensive grounds, enjoy the art, and have a…read moremeal in the glass-walled café surrounded by nature. We've attended a couple of their scheduled events. The beautiful, modern, minimalist auditorium incorporates the surrounding landscape seamlessly. Excellent acoustics and high-end electronic equipment help the speakers and performers give their best. A recent sold-out lecture by Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer was inspiring, challenging and warmly entertaining. It was followed by a marvelous chamber music concert featuring a collection mostly contemporary works influenced by a connection with nature. Grace Farms' mission is to support nature, arts, justice, community and faith. It's a much-appreciated place to refocus and refuel in these difficult times.

Grace Farms is a beautiful and peaceful place to spend a day. The architecture and greenery are…read moregorgeous, and the overall space is very well taken care of. There is plenty to do there from an indoor basketball court to a complimentary tea tasting. There is also a library and plenty of common areas where people can read or get work done. Everyone who works there is very friendly and helpful. They have a lot of different free events, so would recommend checking their schedule online before going. It wasn't super busy when I went, but would suggest getting a free ticket online in advance just in case.

This is a cute little coffee shop/gift shop/bookstore near the train station in Katonah and as…read moreothers have said, it's quaint and adorable. I wanted to pick up a white elephant gift and get some birthday cards and was able to fulfill both objectives here. I also had a cooked and something to drink. It wasn't too crowded the day I was there but it's not a huge place. Prices are on the higher side, but what you'd expect at a quaint local shop. I wish I had a place like this in my neighborhood (in Danbury, not Manhattan) so I could stop by regularly.

A lovely book shop…read more Came here, while visiting the in-laws, and the place did not disappoint. I was looking for a book, THERE'S ALWAYS THIS YEAR, and since I was in the area, was hoping I could stop by and pick up a copy. I called ahead and the staff could not have been more helpful. Although the system said they had a copy, they couldn't find it. Well, these folks searched up and down till they did and then called me back. That's A+ customer service. When I stopped by the shop was adorable. I hadn't known they do coffee as well and so had to enjoy a latte while I was there. I didn't get a chance to go upstairs, but I heard it's quite nice and the space for author events. Would highly recommend getting your books here. This place is what all bookshops should aspire to be.

Both the library and the museum were gorgeous. I came here for the Tarot Cards exhibit and was…read moredeeply satisfied by the richness of what I saw, from Renaissance European tarot decks to hand-drawn copies of the Thoth Tarot. Everything was beautiful and enchanting. I was also fortunate to join the 2 p.m. guided tour of the library. It was enriching to learn about the connections between the collections of rare books and artworks and J.P. Morgan's religious background. I truly loved the experience.

It was pure coincidence that Jamie W and I came here on the same visit to NYC in which we saw the…read morebrilliant revival of "Ragtime" at Lincoln Center. The Morgan Library is the setting for the bullet-ridden plot climax, and one of the characters even describes the building's architectural fortitude. I had been wanting to come here for some time, but it took drizzly weather to motivate us to take action. Completed in 1906 as the private library of the banker J.P. Morgan, it's on Madison just a few blocks from the other Gilded Age masterpieces, the New York Public Library and Grand Central Terminal. Presuming we would see the foreboding double doors Coalhouse Walker faced in the show, we were pleasantly surprised by the openness of the glass-enclosed central court designed by Renzo Piano. There's a cafe that takes advantage of the incoming light, but we took a pass on it since we just ate at Grand Brasserie. Instead we took advantage of the glass elevator to take us to the photographic exhibition of Peter Hujar, the late artist who captured New York's bohemian and queer scenes through striking black-and-white portraits (Photo 6). The main event, however, is the historic McKim Building: It was the original private library, and in typical grandeur, features three stories of tiered, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves, magnificent fireplaces, ornate ceilings, and a gorgeous Rotunda (Photo 5). Morgan's study is the West Room with walls covered in rich red damask (Photo 4) and a vault dedicated to his most valuable books, manuscripts, and art objects (Photo 8). Admission is $25 for adults. RELATED - Exploring NYC? Here's a collection of non-culinary places I've visited and reviewed: https://yelp.to/XMJZUPgXsX

Just wow the water views and seating is top notch. Very good vibes and so easy to book private…read morerooms too. I'm obsessed!

What a beautiful library! I came here to study with my cousin and upon entry was ecstatic to see an…read moretribute table and display on the front counter, to black history month. I utilized their study room, available for 2 hours on busy days, longer is accepted when no one is waiting. The library is two stories, equipped with beautiful views of lake mahopac. Plenty of seating and computers for use. If you are interested in standardized testing material, they have most all your needs ( GMAT, GRE, SAT)