Just walking into the Atlantic Highlands Library can make anybody happy. Whether it’s a group of happy people in a book club discussing their latest novel, or a group; of young caregivers cuddling their youngsters during a story telling hour, or an energetic Lauren dancing and clapping with the youngsters at another story telling hour, there’s always something cheery and happy going on.

The latest was seeing the exuberant welcome Phyllis gave to a woman who came in to become a library member. Phyllis not only took the time to explain everything membership includes, but answered all her questions, showed her around the library, wished her best wishes and was so cheery and warm-hearted the woman couldn’t stop smiling. That alone is an open invitation to everyone to stop in this very busy library and see for yourself how very welcoming it is.  To say nothing of how much this very popular spot offers in the way of resources, education, research, fun and entertainment.