Clean, quiet and nicely stocked. The library is just under the Millburn train tracks from Essex &…read moreLackawanna. There's a beautiful art exhibition in the front, an orchid and plant garden by the spiral staircase and plenty of seating. Especially if you need to wait for a train. I was surprised and entertained by a glass box full of surprise poetry. I read a few and they were lovely. The paper flowers above the poetry display were very creative.

Airy , high ceilings , bright lighting , strong WI-FI & lots of outlets…read more.. separate rooms for teens after school & small children Mini art gallery at the front foyer The largest dvd/Blu-ray collection I've seen at a library yet , so cancel that streaming service Steps away from the mill burn hip strip if you're feeling for a quick bite or coffee

I went around 5.30 on a Monday. Very quiet. A nice amount of seating. Several floors. Bathrooms are…read moreclean enough. Feels safe. I'd come again

Be cautious. Good luck. Plan WAY ahead. NO PARKING = NO PATRONS = low PROGRAM attendance…read more Terrible parking situation within 3-4 walkable blocks includes only on street and Optional You pay parking garage closest in shopping districts. NO parkling lots for South Fullerton main branch or Bellevue Ave location. Unsuitable for seniors, handicapped, limited mobility. Limited ON STREET PARKING to 1 hour meters, limited 2 hour residential streets parking spots shared with 3 churches, apt houses, medical practices, private businesses, schools, permit only lots, construction vehicles.

A few weeks ago, I went to study at the Livingston Public Library on a Sunday. I needed a quiet…read moreplace to work. I found a spot in the reference section and was able to get a few hours of study there. Plus, the Livingston Public Library is also part of BCCLS (sounds like "buckles"), which stands for the Bergen County Cooperative Library System. Within the BCCLS network, you can borrow books, media, and other lendable materials from any of the libraries in the system as long as you're a resident from one of the participating libraries' municipalities. This is a nice library with lots of natural light pouring into the rooms. It's a great resource for the nearby community, plus there are some interesting displays about local town history (Rikers Art Hill and hometown, Nobel Laureate Roger Yonchien Tsien (錢永健).

I wanna add to my previous review. This library is only getting worse. It's not even five minutes…read morefrom my house but yet I travel 15 to go to Verona library, which is fabulous. Now side from all the noise, they have a man who comes there sits and tries to talk to everyone. The one day he sat on one chair, put his legs over another chair and he had shorts on. The other day I went in just to return books he's sitting there, legs, crisscross, shoes, and socks off, and he's picking at his feet which whatever he was picking landed on the chair. The day he had his legs over the chairs, the director and other staff members happen to be there, and I told him of how he was sitting. The director said she would go and look one of the other staff members thought there was nothing wrong with it. Go to Verona library they have an upstairs room that's quiet that the children even at 3 o'clock are not allowed upstairs. They have their own rooms downstairs. They even have coffee maker there, pleasant comfortable seat, seats, and tables.

Another main stay of South Orange. I've spent plenty of time here in all my years of learning. To…read morethis day it is well maintained, well ran and just welcoming for any literary information you need. The library takes part in the 'Rebl' program which allows you check out books etc. From another participating library. So if a book is out the librian will find out if another library a part of the program has it and have it held for you. The bottom floor has a very inviting children and young reader room full of things to check out and upstairs in the main library are everything else. Beyond books - editorials, magazines, newspapers and computers to use. What is great is the DVD wall. Hundreds of alphabetically ordered DVD movies are in the library ready to be checked out, so if Netflix and Redbox let you down for a movie a decade or so old you want to watch, you may find it here, for FREE! Just don't forget your library card.

The library is a fantastic resource for the community. In addition to the obvious books, music,…read moremovies, magazines, etc., they have so many programs for the community, especially kids. You need to check the monthly calendar to see what they have planned each week. The staff, as well as outside groups such as Seton Hall students, do story time several times throughout the week for various age groups. They bring in animal specialists, musical guests, and a host of other special activities. I've also asked the reference librarians for help going research on the history of the town and local community, and they were so helpful. They even contacted me when they uncovered some information days after I left. I am so impressed with their dedication, resourcefulness, and commitment to help patrons. Great Job South Orange Library!!

It looks like a decent selection of items here, but I usually put items on hold online and pick…read morethem up here. The staff is always great--they are quick and helpful. If you like browsing around, there are probably better, more well stocked, newer libraries (like Montclair) but since the libraries are so interconnected, it's really easy to request what you want and come to receive when notified. I do think the parking can be annoying because it's either meter or wait until after 6 when the meters are free. This is unusual in my experience to not have free parking at a library, so it is a knock against it, but overall I like this place so I lean more towards a 4.

The library itself seems very old and in need of some cleaning. Also, the crowd that hangs out here…read moreis very odd, so I wouldn't recommend going here to study or to use the computers. Just grab what you need and get out. The staff is always helpful and fast. The non-fiction selection and new releases are limited, so I'm usually just here to pick up an order I placed through the Bergen County Cooperative Library System. There's also usually plenty of street parking out front.

Staff is very knowledgeable about the books and the events going on . If you live in Nutley and…read morenever been there I recommend you going in to see what they are about

Nutley Library is the bee's knees…read more It's located off one of the main streets tucked away in its own little spot. The library itself is huge. Two floors and countless sections. When you first walk in you get greeted by the friendly workers and the new arrivals along with popular book choices. Most of the first floor is nonfiction and they have it all laid out perfectly. Just from walking through the first time I saw a ton of books that have been on my list for a while now. Upstairs is fiction, kids section, magazines and the quiet corner which I love. It's a spot all the way in the back that's perfect for studying or reading without being disturbed. I'm just very shocked at the amount of books they have. I'm a bit of a library snob and this is a great one. They have comic books, magazines, even a small dungeons and dragons nook! Hahaha. The workers are great here, they helped me find a book I've been looking for for quite a while now and actually had been waiting for another library to get for me. They had it available right away. This is a fantastic spot, part of BCCLS and just overall really well laid out. Can't give it enough praise.

an incredible and inspiring experience! I can't believe this is based in NJ. it is super affordable…read more ($15) for entrance, and the park rangers are very friendly and knowledgeable about the history of thomas edison. there are live demos and tours, and we got to listen to a phonograph, which was very cool. the workshop and chemistry lab were super interesting as well. it's a well-done spot that is family friendly and a great way to spend 2-3 hours! I wish we had a chance to tour the greenhouse, but it had closed by the time we finished the phonograph session.

12/7/25: (Update) We stopped in the visitors center to pick up a visitors pass to the Glenmont…read moreEstate of Thomas Edison in Lewellyn Park (West Orange, NJ). We had previously purchased Glenmont Estate tickets online. After a visit to estate, we stopped back in again to view several of films: The Wizard of W.Orange The Glenmont Estate Tour The Invention Factory The Great Train Robbery (Silent Movie) The Visitor center has restrooms along with a nice gift shop of cool Thomas Edison souvenirs. A large parking lot is available across from the historical park.

Nice place to study sometimes but usually very loud. Had a pretty bad experience with one of the…read moreemployees who spoke to me like I was 7 years old. Go to Starbucks or the dunkin nearby if you need to study. Another thing, there is a very small selection of books, mostly because it's a small location but also they don't utilize the space correctly. There's a very cramped feel but does not feel cozy. Overall on a quiet day with nice employees it's super nice, but normally I would not recommend, skip the stress, go somewhere else

this branch location of the Montclair library is small and cute. Of course it has a lot less books…read morethan the main branch and much shorter hours but has many advantages. It is very quiet here, lacking the various mentally ill individuals who hang out at the main library and can be very loud and distracting, or disturbing.. The internet speed on the computers here is reasonably fast, as is the wifi, unlike at the main branch where both are so slow as to often be useless. This is a pleasant place to hang out and read or use the computers. Staff from the main library work here also, some of whom are quite friendly and helpful, I like to chat with the familiar faces.

Magnificent building and heritage. The Newark Public Library, built of brick and faced with Indiana…read morelimestone, was dedicated on March 14, 1901. It has served the public brilliantly ever since, providing an impressive range of books and services, despite its small size and limited funding. Its employees are kind and attentive. We especially enjoyed the room dedicated to Philip Roth, one of Newark's most famous former residents, who has written compellingly on his upbringing. Library membership is open to those who work in Newark as well as it residents.

Across from Washington Park, the Newark Public Library is housed in a beautiful building. You'll…read morefind some interesting art work and statues inside, in addition to books and media. If you are into graphic novels, the library has a decent selection, too. The library sponsors various kinds of events for patrons and the community. I've gone to one of the library events in Centennial Hall featuring the Arts High School Jazz Ensemble and it was really cool. Lastly, along with Newark residents, people who work in the city can get a library card. In short, NPL is a wonderful library with a noteworthy vision and mission. Its employees and volunteers work to enrich the lives of people in the community. I'm a fan of the Newark Public Library and recommend you visit it at least once if you are in the area.

Tanisha is a excellent hard working professional worker She…read morewent above behond her duties by helping me today. I highly recomend her for a raise, and promotion. She has such a warm welcoming and is higly intelligent . What a pleasure to have her serve me.

My childhood library. It was within walking distance of my home and school in Illtown (see:…read morehttp://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Illtown ) - EO. Maybe this is why I think my next home must be near a public library ??? Maybe not in EO... Libraries, even in the worst of neighborhoods, are beacons of hope and places of refuge. I'm glad the ol' hood still has this library. Time to breakout the checkbook and donate to a valuable public service: http://www.eopl.org/download/membershipform.pdf and become a "friend of the library"... The EOPL!!! #262