Reviews of Jesse M Smith Memorial Library (Library)

J D

This is the LOUDEST library I have ever been too. Do not expect quiet even in their "study rooms." No etiquette by the staff, means patrons will not be respectful either. This is a beautiful library but this ruins it. Seriously, EVERYTIME I'm here I cannot concentrate thanks to loud conversations and talking by staff.

Kristy Lee

Very very nice library! The whole second floor is for children. A crazy amount of awesome toys and books. A huge room for activities and stories. Great place.

Jeremy Moore

Terrible. The all female staff here are completely rude and disrespectful toward men. If you’re thinking of applying for work here, don’t if you’re a male. They only hire women.

Steven Criscione

I love this Library, I live in Maine now, but when I come visit Rhode Island again, I probably will stop in and I thank them for having a walker available, I walked in a couple of times and lost my balance and I have to agree with what someone else said, it is not as quiet as it should be...but that's ok. I can always just take my book and read outside in my car, simple

Chris Munro

The new library is being built around the corner and looks like it will be a beautiful facility. The existing library is desperately undersized but I mostly request books online and just run in to pick them up and drop off on my way to and from work. The library staff are always very friendly and helpful. It's a pain getting our double stroller through the front door, but I'm hoping that won't be an issue in the new building. All in all it's nice little small town library.

Tasha

Pretty noisy for a library. Workers not using a quiet voice, which invites others not to as well. Pretty frustrating if you're trying to read let alone study. Even if you're in the designated room to study you can still hear people talking pretty loud at the front desk

emily rezendes

Beautiful library! The kids section is upstairs so that is nice for adults who want quite. They also have awesome private study rooms. The kids section is really big, lots to do for kids which I think is great.

Jeffrey Durso-Finley

As someone who travels across the country and uses public libraries as a place of quiet, respite and workspace, Jesse Smith rocks. I can't imagine why the weak reviews are on here - it is completely anomolous in my experience, which includes libraries all over the US. Folks are friendly and helpful, the space is clean and quite amenable to working. It's not a monastery folks, its a rural public library and an absolute gem - we are lucky to have a place like this in Burrillville.

LiEz XHydra

Cant even ride wheelies through the library

Anita Hurley

The library literally has something for everyone. The Children's 2nd floor room has beautiful murals, comfy chairs, lots of programs, and of course CDs, DVDs and books. The popular teen program run weekdays with video games, activities and a safe environment. There are books and magazines. Not into reading? There are audiobooks, puzzles and DVDs. There are programs for all ages. There is reference staff to help with a question or research ( which you can do on their computers.) A business center, WiFi access, eZone books help with techies. And if you're not a techie yet there is staff to help educate you in your devices. Interested in something not mentioned? Ask, they are open to adding programs of interest to the community.

Karen Petit

I love the Jesse M. Smith Library. The staff members and volunteers are great! I love the many events that the library is doing to support literacy.

Jessica Amsden

Beautiful new facility on the river's edge. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The children's library is exquisite with an excellent selection of books, movies and many games and activities that make learning fun. We love our family trips to the Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library, there is something for everyone!!!