Cherry Hill Public Library

This is hands down the best and apparently most visited library in south Jersey, one that has managed to keep its clientele very happy. Not part of the county system, it is amazing that an independently run township library can be so vast. I’m impressed with the work they do, and the customer service on the part of the counter clerks is always excellent.

I am a graduate student at Seton Hall University, and Cherry Hill Library is by far my favorite place to complete my studies. In addition to having an ample size quiet reading room, the staff consistently supplies its patrons with friendly, courteous, and knowledgeable assistance whenever it is needed. Although several other libraries are closer in proximity to where I live, the peace and comfort that Cherry Hill offers is worth the extra mileage.

I am in total agreement with JC and Joshua L. My family and I have been patrons of this library for years. The staff was always polite and helpful. But in recent times, the library has employed a bunch of new immature people who are absolutely RUDE! I complained about this to a manager, and he sided with the staff. My family used to donate to this library, but not any more. I am stunned at the blatant lack of professionalism and respect for patrons.

Beautiful Modern facility, absolutely terrible staff. As an employee of a library how do you not know how to whisper? Gossiping and laughing like a crazy person? Cmon now. Employees sit at the desk and do not answer the phone (which is extremely loud and echoes) but instead continue to scroll on their Facebook. People come in talking on their phone and nobody says a word to them. To make matters worse, the architecture of the building creates an echo so basically it’s not a library it’s a zoo filled with chaos and kids running around screaming and crying Do yourself a favor, if you’re trying to study, just go to the nearest starbucks, it’ll probably be quieter.

This is a beautiful library with every amenity you can ask for. Even a café! They offer so many great programs and events for the community. My favorite is the story time events and Itsy Bitsy activities that they offer for the little ones. I have been bringing my 1 year old there since she was about 4 months old and she enjoys the classes very much.

You are my second dream library, Cherry Hill Library. Beautiful and spacious study spot or even perfect for meditation. Parking available.

The building is big and modern, but because the architecture is so open, there are no quiet areas to work. The employees at the reference desk are constantly conversing with one another, and the «Reserved for quiet study» tables constantly have people talking at them, and nobody seems to care.
The old library had lots of nooks and crannies, and the rows and rows of shelves effectively kept noise to a minimum. If you’re using this library to find a book and leave, I suppose it would be fine, but as a place to concentrate and get work done, it’s absolutely miserable.

This is pretty much the nicest public library I’ve ever been to. It’s enormous. More like something you’d find on a college campus. Now I know where Cherry Hill taxpayer dollars are going.
My little cousin held a film première (yes, really) in one of the rooms on the lower level. I think my aunt said it was around $ 150 to rent and it fit ~100 people. So on a meeting space standpoint, that’s not too shabby.

This library is huge and modern, and is stocked with every book I’ve ever sought. The website gives you access to their entire catalog, and you can reserve or renew books online using your library ID code. A library card also gives you access to downloadable e-​books and audiobooks — I often listen to audiobooks on my long runs. I’ve recently started utilizing the library’s collection of movies, since the corner movie store is all but obsolete, and I have, thus far, not been disappointed, as they have had every movie I have gone looking for. Redbox and Netflix instant queue NEVER have what I want, but leave it to the local public library to save the day!
The library also celebrates the local arts, and usually has paintings on display from local artists. A few times per year they have book sales, where all books are $ 1 – 2. I always stock up on books I’ve been wanting to read, or just random books that I’ve never heard of, but catch my eye.
Any Cherry Hill resident not utilizing our beautiful library is doing themselves a disservice. I feel very lucky to have access to such a facility a short walk from my home.

As heartbroken as I am that the old, dimly lit library with all of the cool places to hide was knocked down to build this monstrosity, I don’t hate it. It is huge and has just about everything you would want in a library. You know… books, quiet rooms, and nice, long tables to spread out all of your bookies as you drown yourself in school work. I sometimes take my daughter to the children’s section upstairs but there are never any other toddlers there and the overly quiet atmosphere keeps me on edge. Great for book-​lovers but unfortunately for the tots-​you can’t escape the stuffy atmosphere upstairs.

Huge, modern facility.
And a total babe works there.