Columbus Metropolitan Library

Wait. Wait. Maybe there’s a problem on my end. I never reviewed this? I guess because I’ve been going here so long, pre-​Yelp, that I never thought of it.
Convenient, just off 161, with plenty of parking– for library patrons only! Service is good. The building is cool, though starting to seem a bit old. I love wandering the stacks; the history section is pretty big.
Plenty of magazines and papers, in their own room so it is a bit more quiet. Decent book sale area out front. Some places to sit outside and read. This was my library for so long, and I still stop back when I’m nearby. We’re so lucky to have a good system in Columbus. Please support it– it’s good for all of us.

A wonderful book selection.
Went here with my son, looking for «learn to read» books and the librarian was so helpful pointing us to books he may like and explained the 1, 2, 3 step books.
We make sure to stop by about once a week.

SHORT REVIEW: Request your books online and go pick-​up. Also great place to look at the displays which draw you in and make you want to read each book! Friendly staff… the best!
I have been going to this branch since I moved down here 14 years ago. I love the fact that I can fun in and out quickly. Parking can sometimes look bad, but I have always been able to find a space.
I usually search for books online and then go in and pick them up. I love this feature since I hate to go in and try and find a book I want. I can get in and out in less than 5 minutes. LOVE IT!
On those few occasions I have attempted to do so, the staff has been very helpful in find the book. If they cannot locate the book (i.e it is checked-​out), they are quick to suggest a book or another author.
I have also found the way the staff displays books to be very enticing. It makes me want to read each and every book. I cannot read that many books… without receiving a lot of overdue fees. :) Which brings me to paying for fees. I like to do so online but if you need to go inside to pay, there is no judging.
I don’t think I can do the branch justice. If you have not checked it out, try it.

Wow, I guess it’s my turn to write the good review since the Dublin Branch has not been reviewed since two years ago.
Located in the Northwest part of Columbus in downtown historic Dublin, resides the Columbus Metropolitan Library: Dublin Branch. Don’t be fooled by it being somewhat tucked away at the end of the downtown area because it definitely has a lot to offer.
When you arrive inside the library you will receive great customer service and also a good selection of books, CD’s, audios from book and DVD collection. The first day I walked into this library I was greeted by an older lady and younger man. They were very helpful with guiding me along the library.
Then I decided to give up my Worthington library card because quite frankly, I don’t like carrying many cards around my key chain. Therefore, this library provided with a new library card that I got to pick out with a cute design on it. (I know the design thing is so catchy these days). I got my new number and wa-​la now I’m a member of the Columbus Metropolitan Libraries! It was that easy, just walk in, give them your information and you have a new shiny card!
By no means am I saying if you live clear across town come to this location I’m just suggesting it has a great variety of genres to choose from in the book collection and DVD’s as well. I don’t find many libraries that have just a section for foreign films and this library does. You still will read the lovely subtitles but at the same time you will feel more knowledgeable about other cultures at the same time.
If you want to expand your knowledge or just looking for a great book to read or movie to watch, stop by this library you won’t regret it.:)

We come to this branch often. In fact we hold our Girl Scout meetings here. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Everything is clean including the meeting rooms, rest rooms, and library itself. The Kids section is great! They have so many activities for young children. I used to bring my girls to the Baby Laptime and Toddler Storytime classes. There are a few events for older students and adults from time to time. I keep an eye on the calendar. My kids love their Summer Reading Club activities. We try to go to as many as we can.
Overall the Dublin branch of the Columbus Metropolitan Library is great! We love the location and there is ample parking.

I love this branch. Yes, it is the branch that is closest to me so it gets points for that.
However, the staff is unfailingly helpful and nice. They always look like they are enjoying what they are doing. The building is nicely laid out and the plethora of windows makes it feel bright and airy even when it’s dreary outside. They also have a bunch of self-​checkout stations so there’s rarely any waiting when you’re ready to check out.
There is a great assortment of seating scattered throughout the branch so if you want to hang out for awhile, you can find a nook and read until closing time.

The search for my favorite Columbus Library continues…
So far the Dublin location is a clear winner!
Great location with ample parking which suprised me, seeing it was on High St downtown Dublin I had just started telling my husband that parking was going to be a b*tch when he pulled up in the lot and parked right out front.
Great start and the rest did not dissapoint either.
For sure the largest of all locations I have yet been to.
My son found a ton of great books and movies, I love the self check out.
It was full but well spread out, still quiet and pleasant.
Great place!

I meandered over to Dublin today and decided to give their library a look. I have been here about 2 – 3 times before so I had a general idea where everything lay.
The pros about the place are their placement of new books and how they highlight each genre. They also have windows letting in plenty of natural light and some benches to sit on outside as well as some nice places to sit and work inside. The location is great since you can walk around the old Dublin area and get Ice Cream, coffee, sushi, or cupcakes in the vicinity. It is also convenient located near elementary schools.
The cons are their DVD set-​up. They set it up in small turning kiosks that are too close to each other where you can bump into other customers and get in each others way.

I love the Columbus library system. The system is large enough that it has most every book – and tons of DVDs – and reserves are so easy: just find it online, and when it’s ready (and they’ve brought it to your local library for you), you’ll get an email. Then just swing by, grab your books off the reserve shelves, do a quick self-​checkout, and you’re gone. In and out in five minutes with no need to talk to anyone.
If you do want to spend more time, this library has plenty to offer for that too. With plenty of tables, comfy chairs, and reading rooms, the Dublin library is great for leisure reading or research. Large windows look out on well-​kept gardens, offering a peaceful and quiet place to work or relax. The stacks are the right size for browsing (with catalog-​search computers at the end of each row); there’s a big room with public computers in back; and the couple of times I’ve needed assistance, the staff has been very courteous and helpful. It’s all I could want from my community library.

Love this library. Its really well laid out and you can find things easily with their electronic searching system. The self checkout makes your trip quick and easy.