New York Public Library - Riverside Library

Yes, I'm one of those who still like to read physical books .. and this is a great place to borrow books... Wonderful staff... Good selection of a variety of books... Small so manageable yet big enough so that there are so many books to explore...

A wonderful neighborhood library with helpful staff and solid collection of books and resources. We were sad to see that the book club has not reemerged yet, but hopefully that will change post pandemic. I have had consistently good success in getting all my hold requests fulfilled. Bravo!

I love this library. The librarians are very friendly and helpful always. And it is a clean and pleasant place to find good books and rest awhile.

Not the best branch in the city. I prefer the nearby St. Agnes or Columbus branches to this one. The reading selection is sparse, and there are about one dozen public PCs. If you're bringing your own device, know that electric outlets are scarce. Mostly old people and hobos reading newspapers. There's one particular homeless gentleman in a purple vest who reeks of excrement and comes and goes as he pleases every day. If you can avoid him, you're golden. This place is best for quiet reading, and that's about it. Great for parents with children and the elderly, not so much for students.

Clean & open later than most libraries. The children's floor offers an inviting environment. The library as a whole has a lot of programs & connections to others as well, truly a community spot.

Good for me I was able ...to do what I need online plus I took out some good books I need to read I have to return ..I like the library it is Quiet ...i used to frequent the Library alot because it's Quiet a place of Serenity ...thank God for the Public Library ...!!

The Riverside branch has some extra features not available at other branches such as a community room. They often hold special events in their community room as well as regular events such as yoga classes. A quick check out machine is available to skirt the long/slow checkout lines. The unsightly thing about this branch is that you will often find homeless napping in the branches seating. Situated in the street level of a residential building, it greets its visitors with stone flooring and a nice marble staircase for their second level. It's not a branch that one should go out of their way to visit though.... for that, go to the main branch on Fifth Ave. & 42 St.

Good service, $20 cent per page printing, and amazing quiet reading tables next to windows for ample natural light. I’d call this a win. Keep up the good work!

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This place smells , the bathroom is not clean the carpet is dirty. The toys are all over and unfortunelly is not a good place for children to play.