Port Washington Public Library

★☆☆☆☆ One Star We visited the Port Washington Public Library today with our family and spent time in the children’s section, which is located one level below the ground floor. In terms of space and selection, the children’s area itself is actually very good. There were many kids’ books we could not find in Brooklyn, and the area was almost empty—aside from maybe one person studying, there were hardly any visitors. However, our experience was seriously affected by an interaction with a staff member. We were there with our two-year-old son, who had just woken up from a nap in the car. Like many toddlers, he was a bit loud for a moment. This happened in the children’s section, which includes toys and play areas—not just quiet reading space. Children are not robots, and a kids’ area is natu

This isn’t the closest library to my home, but I often make the trip here anyway. This place offers a wonderful space for everyone, regardless of age or gender. The ground floor is a paradise for kids, designed perfectly to suit their age, engaging them while allowing them to quietly enjoy their books. The industrial-style corridor contrasts sharply with the cozy atmosphere of other areas, and the artwork displayed along the way makes artistic bubbles sparkle before your eyes. I absolutely love the second floor, where floor-to-ceiling windows frame the distant water views, creating a dynamic landscape that changes with the seasons—sunsets are especially mesmerizing. The rooms on the right side of the second floor are filled with students studying diligently, and seeing their focus always m

Most beautiful library in Nassau. Has outdoor seating with views of the quaint street. Also study rooms and classrooms. Large selection, many copies of new releases. Very roomy inside but not enough tables some days & the organization of materials is not intuitive/no map. You can tell that people like coming here.

The library is great, the children’s section is wonderful, kids enjoyed being there. But. The lady with light brown hair with waivy ends, she was in jeans and black suede boots today, she is not suitable to work in children’s section at all. My 2 year old toddler didn’t wake up properly and was a bit moody. He cried for a minute when we just entered the children’s section and then once more about 2 minutes later. First time the lady was seemingly annoyed by his cry although she saw that we were doing everything to calm him fown, and he did calmed down quickly. The second time she came and was plain angry, she was so annoyed that she didn’t even try to be nice. She said “why is he crying, is there something bothering him?” Ummmm excuse me, this is children’s section and ge is literally 2 ye

Another library checked off in our expedition of Long Island libraries. Again, as I have a 3 year old, I mostly comment on the children's wings. First, the parking lot was enormous, so it had plenty of spots when I visited at around 5 o'clock last night. My only complaint is that the enterance and exit was too narrow. The lot itself is huge, so why have such a narrow entrance? Plus there is a crossing guard turtle in practically challenging you to avoid it. Anyway, the children's library...holy moley! It was big and bright; a junior bibliophile's delight. First, I got the hello from the librarian with a "if there is anything I can help you with please let me know." Big W. Second, a huge selection of books displayed very nicely. The children in the play area were very friendly. A few m