[615] This place is…read moreGREAT! It's next to the Farmers Market and across from the Lansdowne Theater. Plenty of off street parking. This "Landing" can be considered a park as many families come here to relax, eat a meal, watch a movie (if the event is being held) and more. We usually pick up ice cream across the street and eat it here. There is lighting so it's very inviting. If I recall correctly the entire project was done by volunteers and items were donated. It's definitely something special. Check out their page. http://www.lansdownelanding.com/ I'll definitely be back!!

**** This library has MOVED to 464 S Old Middletown Rd…read more **** I visited the new location yesterday and started a new Yelp page for the new location yesterday. I also reported the old location closed yesterday, and added tips to announce the new location on both the old and new pages... but then today, Yelp MOVED MY PHOTOS to the listing for the old address. Odd, isn't it? Repeatedly these things happen to me on Yelp, and repeated reach-outs to the local Yelp woman go un-helped. I work hard to contribute to Yelp and it's clear that my input isn't valued at all by Yelp. So this is for the legit users who care about my attempt at helpful content... The new location of Middletown Free Library is now near Wayside Market, and Bortondale, the former Penn-DOT DMV. Currently, you need to look for signs for Roosevelt School, because there is not even a temporary banner of signage indicating that the library is here. When you pull in, make sure to drive to the rear of the Roosevelt School on the right of the school (from the road). Look for the book deposit box, and the entrance is there. Again, signage is still in the works. This is the brand new space, much larger than the old one. I was speaking with the librarian at the circulation desk and we guesstimated that the whole 2 floors of the old location could fit in the ground floor of the new space! But, the new place has a second floor, currently under renovation, so it will be drastically larger than the former space. The children's area is separate from the main library space, with a glass wall to keep sound contained. This was great at story time with Mr. Jason, because the kids had their own place to be themselves. Singing, banging on drums, bubbles, etc. After story time, extra toys came out, and my toddler had a ball. Mr. Jason really gets into his stories, and the kids can't help but become as enthusiastic as he. On the way out, the librarian had chocolates and candy canes to give us, which was so sweet. I took tons of pictures of the new space but Yelp seems to have a problem with that, so you'll have to check the old page for the DOZENS of pictures they moved. I don't have time for the bs anymore.

Spacious library with LOTS of places to read and work quietly. Plenty of FREE parking. THIS is the…read morelibrary to go to if you are in the Media-Swarthmore area and need a nice place to read and do work. The only issue is that Google Maps will take you to the wrong entrance (next to the fire station). Instead, you have to take the next exit and drive around. There is a small lawn sign for the library, which is easy to miss, but if you see the school, the library is on the backside, so just drive around. You won't regret it!

Great venue space for social gatherings! If your near the Delaware County area I encourage you to…read morecheck out Folsom Fire house for your next baby shower, wedding reception, graduation, birthday party etc. I attended my aunt 70th birthday party and it was a blast. I was able to talk with the the events coordinator and he was very friendly and accommodating. The prices are reasonable. The space was rented out for around 500.00 - 600.00 for 4 hours of fun. The package came with access to a full functional kitchen, dance space, buffet area, dj, and a open bar area. Folsom Fire House can comfortably fit a gathering of 100 people maybe more so check it out!

This library is so big and has programming for children. I tried coming for storytime over the…read moresummer but they limit to first 100 parents and kids, and apparently some start lining up way earlier! This may not be the program for you if you know your child would get overstimulated, but the kids play area is wonderful. There's a play table and rug with plenty of toys along with seating for parents. I could see this being a go-to spot for play dates! Note that there's two entrances to the building that go to different floors.

We Lovethe library! It is so quiet and cozy, unless you are in the baby room, there it can be a bit…read morenoisy but we don't care we are ProLife! We went in to use the computers! What a great idea, you are allowed 35 minute to start and if no one else needs to use it, they will extend your computer time till you finish up your work! This library has 8 computers. Also, if you want to explore the museums in Philadelphia and Chester County pick up passes from the library because they are free and they even give you a parking pass! How nice. We went to the art museum and it was wonderful! The library has so many different books, magazines, audiobooks and tapes but also classes you can take and adventures for the kiddos! They offer a wealth of information to you and your family. In addition, there was multiple tax applications and documents you may need this season if you are doing your own taxes, if not they have several resources for filing your taxes for free and not so free. Please check it out and support your local library, the library is open for business everyday of the week till 8 pm except Friday till 5pm, Saturday till 4pm and Sunday till 5pm, with free parking and handicap accessible parking. Don't forget to register for your free library card and please make a donation to help fund our community library if you can!!

This is a wonderful family friendly event to attend and a good way to see the cabin. I hear it is…read moreopen more regularly during warmer months. Be prepared to park further away and walk if you need to as this is in very small space. Apparently there used to be a smokehouse here, but when it was being fixed up in 2015 or 2016, a tree fell on it a few hours after the repairman left for the day. Thank goodness the repairman was not hurt. Many decades ago, before organization(s) took this place over, locals would use this place for the usual of any form of debauchery that you can think of. It was nice to try to meet people and very casual, but I felt out of place. I had attended the Swedish museum's outdoor market and Lucia The Weeknd before, and a volunteer recommended I check the cabin out. I suggest that for special events that you check the cabin out with a friend or a child if you have that option to feel less out of place.

Fabulous site of an early Swedish cabin built between 1640 and 1650 along Darby Creek…read more This is one of the oldest surviving structures from the 1600s.

A friend of ours recently held a birthday party here for their young daughter. I have to admin that…read moreI never knew they had a hall that they rented out. If you've seen the outside of this fire station, you know it's a pretty old building and the inside is no different. The hall is old and there was a musty smell inside. Tables and chairs are provided and there is a small kitchen area in the back. For the kids party, it worked out fine. On the way out, one of the firemen pulled out the fire truck and let the kids climb on in. As you can imagine, the kids really enjoyed this! The kids were pretty much allowed anywhere except the drivers seat. The volunteer fireman even took time to show off some of the tools and talked to the parents about the different engines and gave a little history of the firehouse. The kids got to even wear the same hats that the firemen do. I don't think this happens with every party here as the hosts seemed surprised by the whole thing, but it was a pleasant surprise. I have to say, the two volunteer men were absolutely wonderful with the kids.

A beautiful facility for sports (a full gym and basketball courts), the public library, and event…read morefacilities. A great resource in the Aston community.

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!