The Tewksbury Public Library (TPL) is a staple in our community. My family and I spend most of our free time at TPL browsing shelves, playing with games and puzzles, and gathering in the common areas to talk about books. My child loves the Children’s Room where their imagination shines; they meet new friends and play. My partner loves the monthly Board Game Night and checking out DVDs and video games from the electronics section. Truly, the TPL is a multigenerational space that we cannot do without. The staff is so attentive to the community’s needs and hosts so many programs and events. All of us are better because of what’s held within these walls.

We absolutely love the Salem library - especially the children’s section! My kids ask to go often and love the activities, programs, and projects they put together. It’s such a gem and a great resource.

The Salem Public Library is one of our most important spaces in town. It’s where we browse shelves and select books to read before bed; where we’ve found some of our favorite authors and illustrators; it’s where we sing and giggle during story times; it’s where we eat snacks with friends on an icy winter day or cool off while curled up with a book when it’s too hot to play outside; it’s where we can ask the wonderful librarians for the weirdest requests and they somehow always know just where to look; where we grab zoo or museum passes to make an outing adorable for our family; where I’ve hauled my laptop into a quiet study room to get something done when my family was sick; where I’ve felt safe parenting in public when my children were very small and it all felt so new. We’ve met strange animals here and learned about how aphids poop. My daughter got a smile and nod from the librarian checking us out when she checked out a 23 books recently because her appetite to read has far outgrown our home collection of books… what a joy to be able to take home so many books. The Salem public library is such an important space and I’m so grateful for it.

All my children, ranging in age from 2-14, have enjoyed their time spent at the library. Reading books, playing with toys, baby clubs, getting discount museum passes, or enjoying live events like curious creatures! The Salem Public Library is right around the corner from us, and when my mom comes to visit she walks the kids over to play at the library, enjoy the quiet climate controlled environment, and spend time with her grandkids outside the home - while also not having to spend $50 to get out of the house. We value our public library and hope to enjoy it for many years to come!

My kids love reading and we’ve been going to the library at least once a week for many years. Salem Public Library is solely responsible for hundreds of hours of peace in my home that didn’t cost me a dime!! My daughter is actually reading a book from SPL right now. We were able to grab it from the table with a curated stack of summer reading list books! I appreciate how they take the time to do this. It’s also a Wonder Book - which we love! SPL has great events, Chess Club, and more. Our community needs this resource now more than ever.

Whenever I have moved somewhere the library is the first place I go. It’s the center of the community, a place to ask for help if you need it, somewhere to shelter you from the outside (figuratively and literally). Salem Public Library is no exception. The staff is welcoming, knowledgeable, and the resources for the community- especially children- is extraordinary!

My family loves the Salem Public Library! Even before having my son, I loved the old styling and fountain that made it so unique. Now with my 3yo son, we come at least once a week and he loves all it has to offer. He plans what kind of books he wants to find while driving there, and always finds many others he falls in love with. Books that have taught him kindness, life skills, curiosity and are just fun. The ability to find books that I wouldn’t have thought existed, and to borrow them without contributing to the environmental nightmare of Amazon, is such a gift. He also loves the play section and activities, including the stories at the pool and the animals at the library. The library is one of his favorite places and I am so grateful for the positive impact it has had on our son and family.

My family and I love the Salem Public Library! I can borrow books I'm reading with my book club, it's a cool and quiet place to work, my toddler enjoys playing and reading there, and we're big fans of the different programs they host. They are a vital pillar of the community where neighbors can come together, the community is supported, and education + intellect are valued.

The Salem Public Library has been a place of fun and learning for my children since they were infants. We've gone to countless story times, crafting sessions, and special events. The library is a place we can spend time as a family without spending money, while helping our children learn and grow. The books and programs at the Salem Public Library have been a vital part of our kids' education.

I have been going to the library since I had my son. Previously, I’m not sure. I realize the services community and fun that a library can bring to somebody’s life. The Peabody library is full of cheer, smiles and information. I have taken classes, met friends and most importantly showed my son how important libraries are. The librarians have become a huge part of our lives and look forward to every interaction with them. I am forever grateful and advocating for those around me to utilize and become a part of the library’s community. Forever grateful for Peabody Institute Library!

My Mom and I absolutely love taking trips to the Salem Public Library. Where we do fun activities to reading books, also love the idea of the free passes to some museums.

We love the Salem Public Library, and especially the Children’s Library and its fantastic programming. We’ve attended Lego Club, the Poop Museum, Curious Creatures, story times, and even sent two cherished stuffies on an exciting sleepover at the library. My daughter completed 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and was so proud. We’ve spent many weekends at the library playing and selecting new books while connecting with friends in the community. It’s such a wonderful and beloved community resource for Salem families!

My daughter, Ella who is 3 is fully blind and the library gives us access to braille books close to home! It exposes her to early literacy skills in her own format

Libraries in MA are the best. Being a senior executive in a renowned healthcare industry company as well as a mom of two kids, books has been my go to in order to sharpen my mind as well as my children. The wealth of resources available via online platforms as well as the efficiency in which the hard books get shipped from one location to another is unmatched. The staffs at the library and everyone behind the scene do a great job in delivering what we need timely. Kudos to everyone working in the library department!

Libraries have been a great resource for me since I was a child. Fond memories of story times with my mother at our local library are etched into my core memories of childhood. Later in life they provided a lifeline as I faced the challenges of life. They also have been a great place to socialize and further my vocational pursuits. The amount of enrichment to my life via public libraries is immeasurable and this resource should be preserved for future generations.

My child and I are avid library people. Our local libraries - Holyoke and Chicopee saved us so much money during the pandemic. I have always made sure my kiddo had access to books since she was born but also having access to our public library for other books - and the Libby app - have just meant so much to us. It means we get to consume books regularly without spending as much money on them. Please keep these services and our local libraries safe.

My parents and I have been reading every day since I was born. Mom says she also read to me when I was in her belly. We love all kinds of books, especially my mom and I. And having access to the Libby app has been so great cause we need new books.

The Amesbury public library is a great place. My children love going and getting books, especially over the summer break and doing the Amesbury library reading summer program.