Branch Brook Branch Library 235 Clifton Avenue   (Map) Newark, NJ 07104 (973) 733-7760, Adult Room (973) 733-6388, Children's Room Hours Monday, Tuesday — 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Wednesday — 1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Thursday, Friday — 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Saturday — Closed due to budget cuts Location Bus Routes Map History Collections/Services for:    Adults    Young Adults and Children Programs – calendar of events Location The Branch Brook Branch Library is located on Clifton Avenue between Park Avenue and Bloomfield Avenue. The library is about a block away from the famous Sacred Heart Cathedral and within walking distance of historic Branch Brook Park. The branch is located in a primarily residential area with close proximity to two elementary and a high school. Parking There is no on-site parking. Although street parking may be available on Clifton Avenue, it can be very difficult to find a space. It may be easier to use mass transit when possible. Click here for a local map. Bus Routes #11, #28, Go Bus 28, #29, #72 stop at Bloomfield Ave. & Clifton Ave. #41, #99 stop at Clifton Ave. & Park Ave. #27 stops at Bloomfield Ave. & Mt. Prospect Ave. (by Dairy Queen) History The original branch opened in June 1946, and was located across the street from the present location (and near the present-day Wachovia Bank). In 1964, due to building deterioration, plans were made to move the branch to its current location. At that time, the building was a VA Recreation Hall. The building was refurbished and redesigned to become Branch Brook Branch, and opened to the public in December 1966. Collections and Services for Adults Books and Movies Diverse collection of nonfiction books Books from weekly bestseller lists Popular video collection Computers Word processing Internet Access to the library's electronic resources Collections and Services for Young Adults and Children For Young Adults The Young Adult Collection and Services are available on the second floor adjacent to the Adult Collection. Fiction, non-fiction, and paperback books Books for high school assignments and papers For Children Parents, teachers, preschools, and students from grades K - 8 can benefit from our services. Help finding materials for homework assignments Books, book and cassette sets, and magazines to read for fun Picture books for the early readers Movies Computers for: Word processing Internet Access to the library's electronic resources Special activities are held throughout the year, including the popular Summer Reading Challenge. Preschool and kindergarten classes can visit and enjoy stories, films, and other fun activities. Teachers in elementary and middle schools can schedule visits to do research using the library’s wide array of resources. Please call the Children’s Room at 973-733-6388 for seasonal programs.

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