One of the top libraries out there for a reason - TONS of seating areas and workspaces, friendly…read moreand helpful staff, endless copies of current bestsellers and the ability to request just about anything they don't have on hand...plus art exhibits and events for all ages. Parking is even free for the first couple hours!

Absolutely beautiful library! We came here for the Columbus Boom Festival and even though it was…read morepacked it was clear how incredible of a library this was. Multiple floors of rows and rows of books. Lots of rooms for various purposes. Plenty of bathrooms on all floors. And also a lot of options like chairs, couches, and benches to sit on. There were gorgeous stairs off the main lobby but also a spacious elevator. The cafe inside was also a nice surprise and the coffee was pretty good! All in all I look forward to visiting again!

Honestly, I can't see why anyone would rate the library bad over patronage. This library is clean,…read moreorganised, friendly staff, and overall a great experience. Large selection of books and media you can check out. If you are looking for a place to study, read, or just get on a computer for an hour this is a great place. I have lived in Delaware for 6 years and have never ran into any issue. A safe environment to have a peace of mind.

A very nice library tucked away in the heart of downtown Delaware…read more We come here for story time and it's a blast! The leaders do a great job of story time, lap time for the babies, songs, and afterwards they bring out this trolley full of fun toys to pay with. The story time typically lasts about 20 min and then play time can last for about 40 minutes . It's a great way to get out of the house, introduce the children to the public library, meet others and just have a great time. I love that the Delaware libraries have board games that one can borrow for up to 2 weeks. There is a really cool fish tank in the lobby area. They have used and donated books that you can purchase and the money goes towards keeping the library going and other special programs. Everybody that we have come in contact with have been pleasant, helpful and very courteous. Thanks and keep up the good work!!

The Columbus Metropolitan Library Parsons Branch is a nice branch and they re-opened with the new…read morebuild in June 2016. Not just for books and movies. I use this branch frequently as a back up location to grab free COVID tests and booking a study room. The library system offers up to two hour blocks that you can reserve a study room. I take some work virtual meetings here when I need a space. Staff is great here and you can use the public computers and print here too. Library cards are needed for services but they are free. Ask them about their culture passes. for admission to these central Ohio organizations like the zoo, museums, botanical gardens, the Columbus Clippers, The symphony, and much more. Limited availability but are a great service offering. Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday: 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday: 1-5 p.m. Website: columbuslibrary.org/library-locations Branch Address: 1113 Parsons Ave., Columbus, OH 43206 Ph: (614) 645-2275

The workers at Parsons were kind and helpful. My main concern is that I'm reading of how many…read morepeople have seen/heard of them having issues with bed bugs at this location, with no replies or report of improvement.

Today was the grand opening/reopening of the Northern Lights branch, part of a huge program of…read morerenovation and building involving close to half of the CML locations. This one is now the biggest branch in the system, and is huge. I remember the old location in the mall, and this one is stunning by comparison. Bright, open, modern, well-stocked. The children's area is huge and includes several play areas. There are plenty of computers, and lots of stacks. There's a drive-through for returns and reserves. There's even a fish tank. We are lucky to have such a great library system, and to have these new branches all over.

This is one of my favorite libraries to go to. Very clean and quiet. Lots of comfy chairs to sit…read morein. They also have a great kids area. The quiet room has a fish tank and lots of space. It's also easy to get to and find decent parking. I would definitely recommend bringing kids here in the summer. Or coming here to get some studying done.

I remember the old library building, and when they built this one. Doesn't seem that long ago- but…read moreit must have been, because now they are revamping the exterior. Big parking lot. Small stacks. Lots of nice displays of new books. Friendly staff. Clean, bright, lots of seating, small kid and teen areas. One more jewel in Columbus' library chain.

Love this library branch on East Livingston. I have done some printing here and used some study…read morespace, but this trip was for Covid tests. One of the locations that carry them in the city. Call first to make sure they have stock. Saves us a little money after a post holiday potential exposure. All was good. I will highlight that I have always had the best service here. Every visit I have been warmly greeted and everyone is helpful and friendly.

I went on a Wednesday evening and it was pretty busy. Upon entering, you walk upstairs or can take…read morethe elevator to the library and meeting room. I think it was designed this way due to historical flooding in Franklinton. It's a cute little library with lots of computers for gaming and studying. Librarians were friendly and helped me check out books without having my library card on me. They also appear to have lots of great programming/classes for English as a second language and kids and teens after school. The main branch is not too far away, but if you are in the neighborhood and want a quiet place to work or take in a book, it's a great option.

The library staff is SOOO NICE!! I appreciate their kindness! The place was clean and they helped…read moreme with anything I needed help with!

This is just a small branch in a large network. The staff is friendly and within a few days I can…read morealways pick up exactly what I want. It is in my neighborhood and extremely accessible for me and that is one reason I LOVE it. It is in a working class/poor neighborhood and the clientele reflects that. It is an invaluable resource for Linden. It makes the internet, books and afterschool activities/tutoring accessible.

Look, I love libraries. This review is definitely biased. I suppose I'll compare it to other…read morelibraries. It's not quite the library Whetstone is, most definitely not the library the main branch is, and is located in a neighborhood most avoid, but this branch of Columbus Met is as good as the Northside branch, the non-Met Worthington library, etc. There are a decent number of computers for public use, a reasonably sized collection of books, music and movies, off-street parking, a nice facility, etc.

Great library with wonderful staff. Plenty of parking. Well organized and easy to get a cardread more

The State Library of Ohio is not well known but is a great resource for the citizens of Ohio. No…read moreneed to drive to Columbus to utilize there services as there is a Plethora of electronic resources!