I've been a patron of Lindenhurst Memorial Library...

I've been a patron of Lindenhurst Memorial Library for twenty years and continue to be impressed by the services and resources offered by this library. For a largely Republican-controlled village, the library seems to be well-funded compared to other larger communities--just take a look at Seaford's pitifully neglected library and you can see what I mean. The staff is usually very pleasant and the atmosphere perfect for quiet study.

Unfortunately, funding for DVDs appears to have increased rapidly, which might be great for patrons that are not bibliophiles, but adds very little to the educational value of the library experience. Do they really need five copies of Twilight? Second, during the school year the library is inundated with middle schooler that use the place as if it were a hangout. Granted, this is better than loitering in front of the 7-11, but these still are Long Island kids and thus incredibly obnoxious.

Overall, one of the best little libraries on the island.