Reviews of Belmont Public Library (Library)

Finn HD

This is my hometown library, although comparably smaller to neighboring towns', it has everything for me, including but not limited to the access to various books, e-books, and audiobooks. The tidy yet organized study aisle provides me an adequately quiet space for reading and learning. Hope it can expand the size in near future since it was proposed before but failed to do so due to insufficient fund.

Westernboy2008 .

A very good library but they need to get their act together on the tech side. I've had a lot of trouble using their computers and printers. Usually it can be worked out but it's a consistent inconvenience. Some of the folks who man the nearby desk have no idea at all about these things. They just need to bone up on that, and update their software/hardware when they can. But this is a very nice library just the same.

Alexander Hoffman

Very very fum to reed at

Joy H

This charming tiny library houses a very personable and knowledgeable staff. They are always willing to help with even the lamest of questions with courtesy and a smile. I go there often for books, DVD's, copies, and computer use when my computer IP is down. Yes, it is true they do not have a huge selection of everything; but I did say it was a "tiny" library. If they do not happen to have what you need on hand, they are always happy to order it for you.

A.David Wunsch

An excellent library: good staff and collection. But the building is disgracefully small. Compare it to libraries in surrounding towns, e.g. Arlington , Lexington, Watertown. You wouldn't want to spend hours working on a project at the Belmont library. It's cramped and the computers are so close together you feel like you're in a sweat shop.

Ginevra Mo

Staff seems generally grumpy and the selection of books is limited. I make a detour to go to the Watertown Library instead, it is more pleasant.

Mr. Wang

Staff is nice and helpful, location is prime, and collection of books is also good

Ethan Andersen

Perfect for a book

Raylan Givens

Everything you could want from a local public library in a nice town. Over 10 internet computers, WiFi signal for laptop, music CDs, movie DVDs (quite current ones too), and they even have PS3/xbox360/Wii games! Reading room with newspapers (on a stick!), magazines and a large area precut coupons for the budget shopper! Meeting rooms, study rooms, gathering rooms and bathrooms. And yes, they have books! They can order things from other libraries on the MINUTEMAN library network - save the trip. How about museum passes? Yup! Some are free entry passes and others are reduced rate passes. There's a children's center on the lower floor. Large area keeps the kiddies entertained and buffers the sound away from the upstairs adult section. Gather round, behold the "pay phone" at the bottom of the inner staircase. See how people used to "drop a dime, stop a crime" back before cellphones! Later became "report a hoarder, drop a quarter" due to Ma Bell's rate increase. PS; it's bigger than the iPhone 6+! Parking is sometimes a challenge but with street parking in front of Underwood pool, you should do fine. Not sure if THIS library location has classes like EXCEL 101 or INTRO TO EMAIL but they can tell you which libraries do. The classes, just like a blue jay on a spring morning, are free...and something to tweet about (enter cheesy joke laughter here). Rumored plans to rebuild or remodel the library have been, wait for it, "circulating" for years but I don't find much fault with current structure except the unwarranted closing of the front entrance stairs. Walking distance to town so you can take a break, get some food, shop and then sneak candy into the library for a snack while you study. Not that I've ever done that! :} Nice town. Good library. No "cozy corner" with leather couches and matching footrests but hey, updates can be made. Hope this helps. Now go LEARNIFY something!

Tieming Ruan

Kids have fun ,lots of programs

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VRRY GOOD

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Matt Cook

Good library. A bit small, though. Pretty good biography section and also a book-sale section with a lot of good titles and selection. On-site parking always a plus.

Sunday Hobbs

There is plenty for children to do here! We love it.

David Metraux

Innacurate times, they aren't open on Sunday. Drove 15 minutes for nothing.