Midwood branch dates to 1912 when it opened as a deposit station in Coney Island drug store. After several other moves, it became a full-fledged branch in 1929. During the 1950s, Midwood became one of nine libraries to receive a new building constructed by the City. In January, 1998, the Midwood Branch reopened after a two-and-a-half year renovation which extended the public area and brought the library many improvements, including full access for the handicapped.
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Subway:
The Q circle train (local) stops at the Avenue J station at East 16th St. Midwood Branch is across the street.
Bus:
B49 to Ocean Ave. and Ave.J, 4 blocks to library
B6 and B11 to Ave. J and E. 16th St., across the street from library
B68 to Coney Island Ave. and Ave. J, 5 blocks to library
Car:
Take the Belt Pkwy. west to the Coney Island Ave. exit. Right at the exit and continue to Ocean Ave. Left on Ave. I to E. 16th St. Left on E. 16th St. The Midwood Branch is located on E. 16th St. near Ave. J.
Belt Pkwy east to Ocean Pkwy exit. Ocean Pkwy to Ave. J. Left on Ave. J and E. 17th St. Left on East 17th Street one block to East 16th St. Left on East 16th Street one block to Midwood Branch.
Get directions from Google or HopStop.
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| For special events, programs & exhibits at this branch location, see our Events Calendar.
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Adult room - 11 computers
Children's room - 5 computers
Catalog computers - 2 in adult room
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3 Floors
Constructed 1929
Renovated 1998 |
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Arabic,
Spanish,
French,
Hebrew,
Russian,
Yiddish,
Chinese
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Contact library for reservations policy. |
Adult reading area - 32 seats
Teen reading area - 37 seats
Children's reading area - 32 seats
Auditorium - 85 seats |
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Public Parking:
Street parking only. Please be aware of the NYC alternate side parking rules for the streets near this library.
Car Service:
Best Way Car Service - 1448 Coney Island Avenue, (718) 252-6363
Rechev Car Service - 992 East 15th Street, (718) 332-2003 or 2004
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