Southbury Library — Attraction in Southbury

Such a beautiful spacious library, tastefully built with a homey feel. Plenty of space indoors whether it is by the fireplace or outisde patio to sit in peace. Staff are always friendly and willing to help. Huge selection of titles with a whole top floor dedicated just to teens and kids. MANY types of programs and events happening too. Just another reason why I love living in Southbury! Please note: Threre is a reviewer, "Spartangamer" who posted a review here of the Southbury Library, but the only accurate pics is what the library looks like from the OUTSIDE. The indoor pics are not our library! The library is a million times nicer than those. NOt sure which...

The Southbury Public Library, built in 2006, is a fantastic facility, a gem, a real quality of life added value, something local citizens can really be proud of and enjoy. It is also very large for the town of 19,000 in a great, formal architectural style.

It is very spacious, with various sections, cathedral ceiling reading room with real (gas) fireplace, conference rooms, teen section, movie screening theater, ongoing visual arts exhibits, etc. etc.

If you are deciding to move to Southbury, ask real estate agent to give you library tour or visit it by yourself. You will be even more ready to sign that house...

Honestly, I live in Waterbury and I GLADLY drive to Southbury Library for books, audiobooks, music, and computer use. Free parking on a beautiful property. The library is gorgeous. The staff is helpful. Plenty of PCs to use. Good book selection and children's department. Also good tables to sit at and they even have a living-room-styled section for relaxing and reading. Bathrooms are clean and spacious. I go to at least 5 libraries around Connecticut and this one is,...