Get Comfortable at the Library

We love the library. We didn't always love the library, though.

While the library is enjoyed by many, for some, it meant one thing: schoolwork. It meant something we didn't want to think about if we didn't have to. So, we avoided it. Too bad; it's one of the most relaxing places in town.

With the of the newer section of , Morristownians have a place within reach once again where they can sit in a comfortable chair, book in hand, and ignore the rest of the world, if for only a short time.

Of the electronic set? Bring your laptop, it's much more relaxing than sitting amidst the computer banks by the entrance. If you're looking for even more solitude, reserve a two-hour block in the quiet study room. This is . And, yes, work can be stressful, we understand. But, when it's in a relaxing environment, it's actually not so bad. And, while we do work, there is a bit of mindless Internet surfing thrown in there as well. Forgive us.

It's a shame we didn't go to the library more when we were young–we had no idea what we were missing.

Every weekday, 8:30 a.m. is "Mom's Time" on Patch, when we aim to bring you a feature useful to mothers and families overall. Monday is Moms Talk, when we pose questions about the issues facing moms in our community. Tuesday is the Grab & Go Kids planner, to help you find the best avenues for family fun nearby. Wednesday is Frugal Family, in which we hunt down deals to help you make the most of your family budget. On Thursdays, Great Escape offers local suggestions for how to get away from the day-to-day stresses of managing a family, even if just for a little bit. On Friday, we feature our Whiz Kids, showing off the great accomplishments of kids in our community (got a suggestion for Whiz Kids? See .)