Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML)

CML is an award-winning library and amazing resource in the community. With 23 locations throughout Franklin County, they provide a lot more than just books, including lots of free online resources, story times for kids, and community events. Programs include:

• Adaptive Services: Request accommodations, adaptive audio and visual equipment, and large print reading materials.
• Adult Education:  ESOL and GED referrals; free technology business, and coding classes; history and genealogy experts, Digital Navigator staff can help you access hardware and software, and Excel Adult High School allows adults to get their high-school degree in an online, self-paced program.
• Business & Nonprofit Resource Center: Visit Main Library for access to co-working space, specialized professional help, access to community partners, tools, and resources.
• Culture Pass: Use your library card to check out a Culture Pass for free admission to a variety of Columbus organizations and events; including Columbus Museum of Art, Franklin Park Conservatory, Columbus Clippers, Columbus Symphony, and more.
• Kindergarten Readiness: Find Storytimes, Play to Learn, and Kindergarten readiness classes for ages 0-5. They also have Skill Builder videos with activities you can do together at home.
• Notary Service: Free basic notary service with an Ohio Notary Public at most library locations. Schedule an appointment online.
• School Help: K-12 students can get after-school homework help, K-3 students can get extra reading practice with Reading Buddies in person or online, HelpNow offers 24/7 online homework help and test prep, and some locations host After School Snack times.
• Teen Programs: YouMedia Discord for ages 13-17 to work on music, podcasts, videos, and more with skilled mentors; homework and test prep help, and monthly Teen Spotlight videos.

Locations:

• Barnett (Temporary Location): 3227 East Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43227
• Canal Winchester: 115 Franklin Street, Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110
• Driving Park: 1422 Esat Livingston Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43205
• Dublin: 75 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43017
• Franklinton: 1061 West Town Street, Columbus, Ohio 43222
• Gahanna: 310 Granville Street, Gahanna, Ohio 43230
• Hilliard: 4500 Hickory Chase Way, Hilliard, Ohio 43026
• Hilltop: 511 South Hague Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43204
• Karl Road: 5590 Karl Road, Columbus, Ohio 43229
• Linden (Temporary Location): 1990 Jefferson Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43211
• Main Library: 96 South Grant Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43215
• Marion-Franklin: 2800 Lockbourne Road, Columbus, Ohio 43207
• Martin Luther King: 1467 East Long Street, Columbus, Ohio 43203
• New Albany: 200 Market Street, New Albany, Ohio 43054
• Northern Lights: 4093 Cleveland Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43224
• Northside: 1423 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43201
• Parsons: 1113 Parsons Avenue, Columbus, Ohio 43206
• Reynoldsburg: 1402 Brice Road, Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068
• Shepard: 850 North Nelson Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219
• South High: 3540 South High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43207
• Southeast: 3980 South Hamilton Road, Groveport, Ohio 43125
• Whetstone: 3909 North High Street, Columbus, Ohio 43214
• Whitehall: 4445 Esat Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43213

(614) 645-2275
Upcoming Events: events.columbuslibrary.org/events?
Website: columbuslibrary.org