The Columbus Metropolitan Library is a public library in Columbus, Ohio with a collection of 1,483,433 volumes, circulating 17,262,267 items every year. Besides the Main Library, there are also 22 branches located in various neighborhoods in Franklin County.
The purpose of this system of libraries is to inspire reading, connect people, and share resources through numerous activities and programs. The library helps adults with General Educational Development classes, basic computer knowledge, basic learning classes for adults, and more.
To attract children and adolescents to the library, there are Homework Help Centers in all library locations. There is also program for children who are home schooled, several teen gaming nights for kids, book groups such the Comic Book Café, Summer Reading Challenge, and the Manga & Anime club as well as many other programs.
Columbus Metropolitan Library, 96 S. Grant Ave.,Columbus, Ohio 43215, Phone: 614-645-2275
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