I've only ever had good interactions with Violet Township's fire and EMS services. Growing up,…read moreseveral of the men and women working here were neighbors, parents of my friends or relatives that had the same last name as people you knew around town. It's cool knowing that the good work is being passed down. Today, I was hit head on by a driver who went left of center. When the ambulance got to the scene, I was definitely shook up and adrenaline was flowing. My nerves were immediately put as ease as soon as the two EMS gentleman made a lighthearted joke to lift the heavy dose or tension then and there. Brody and the other gentleman (forget his name) we're very calm and cool. Steady with the hands, too! They got that IV in without any hesitation and without jabbing me while bracing themselves for the many potholes.

Great Park. We always go here with the kids to picnic and everything. Plenty of easy parking and…read moreclean facilities.

South Central Columbus city (Driving Park, Mooberry Gardens, Southern Orchards etc) community…read morerecreation center. I nanny part time and one of the kids I nanny attends a summer camp at Driving Park Community Recreation center. The program is staffed by youth (college kids/high school seniors) who are polite and respectful. They take field trips like most summer camps, and occasionally go swimming at the onsite pool & water park! The pool and water park is gorgeous! I was surprised to find this here. Definitely a hidden gem, something special for locals to enjoy. The inside of the recreation is always clean despite any number of kids coming and going, everytime I enter the building or leave the staff are cordial and speak to me. I feel welcomed and safe -- and like my kiddo is in good care. The gym at the center is comparable to a luxury apartment gym; I'm not sure what all is regularly required to access it but I'm sure the staff would be more than happy to answer questions! Columbus Parks & Rec offers a ton of cool and potentially free classes (sometimes spare for a low " materials fee") you just have to search the website after making an account which will sllow you to register for your classes. Wide range of classes from Ceramics, to swimming, acting, STE(A)M -- which is Science technology art and mathematics for kids and more!

The Miller Park branch library is really cute and has a fantastic kids section and play area, and…read moreis well worth a visit once it reopens. In the meantime they are currently open via a walk-up window. If you head up to the front of the building, the window to the right of the main doors is where you can go to pick up materials. They've done a nice job of using the glass windows of the entrance to the left of this window to display some of their offerings, including DVDs and grab and go book bundles, like you would usually see on display inside, including seasonally themed items and new items. Staff is friendly and helpful. The area is very walkable or you can use the small parking lot behind the building or the absolutely adorable READ bike rack back there! It's also located adjacent to Miller Park, which is newly renovated, so it makes a great double visit to play and pick up/drop off library materials.

I had never visited the Lane Rd or Miller Park branches until one rainy Saturday morning I was…read morelooking for 2 particular books and didn't feel like reserving and waiting. I found them both available at the Lane Rd branch. Cool. I arranged my errands so that I could pick up the books right after it opened. Unfortunately, I didn't find them on the shelves, but a wonderful librarian located one for me, and called the Miller Park branch to put a hold on the other. I went right over to pick it up. The librarians at both branches were very nice and helpful, and I'm glad I got to visit two locations that were new-to-me. Both small with exemplary service.

We attended the Village lights event. We arrived early and were able to find a great parking spot…read morenear The Loft. We enjoyed just exploring German Village. Many homes were nicely decorated as well as several businesses. We were excited to watch the ice sculpting and listening to the Troubadours. We enjoyed exploring all the little booths. It was a lovely evening. We will definitely go again.

Contains a great exhibit about the history of German village including a very informative video…read more There's also an art gallery upstairs. Worth a visit

Basically, this is an upscale drop off DAYCARE center and not designed for someone seriously…read morewanting to gain knowledge through a library. Children are running rapid, climbing over furniture and screaming..... babies having temper, tantrums and adult / staff doing absolutely nothing to correct the issue. Forget about trying to concentrate because that is not happening here. I have been at this location several times, mornings, afternoon and evening, and it's always the same scenario. Even with wax earplugs or EarPods you simply cannot mask the noise level. I've spoken with staff regarding the issue and was told it's normal. After school is out then you're dealing with disrespectful teenagers, sitting around, acting up and being disruptive and claiming all the decent computers just to sit and watch videos or play games. Can't they do this at home so that others can actually utilize the library as it was meant to be used? If the teens have taken up all the adult allowed area ( yes their sections for the age groups ) and there is a free seat elsewhere you NOT allowed to use it unless you have a child with you. If that's not discriminating I don't know what is. Wasted tax dollars at work!!! Would've been cheaper to build a free daycare center elsewhere. While I enjoy the futuristic modern design, the open center is complete wasted space only designed for aesthetic purposes, not useful. And lastly, with all the windows, it is absolutely freezing in the winter time....and yes burning up in the summer. I suggest New Albany library where the youth have respect for their surroundings, unless you're a deadbeat parent needing to pawn your child off on someone else, then the Gahanna library is for you.

Great place to meet w groups. There are conference rooms. However it can be very loud as they…read morehave a ton of children's programs! There are great spaces to read and bonus you can charge your phone/ devices in some areas. It seems everyone I go in there is a massive children's program with loud music going on.i have been in the morning and afternoon! I'll have to go another time.

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.

Since I moved, this location is the closest to me. I moved my reserve pick up to this one and went…read moreto pick up. I was blown away by how different it is. It's been many years since I was here and it's a completely different building. It's so modern with lots of windows; I was impressed. Happy to visit next time.

This is the definition of investing in a local community. The design of this place is very high end…read morewith great lighting, plenty of spaces and seating for people to do their work or study. The downside is the bathroom is downstairs and the upstairs bathrooms are locked unless you ask for a key. Other than that, it's truly taxes invested into the local community with kids studying, professionals working, people reading or lounging... beautifully done. Parking can get full but the lot is huge so you just need to walk it out a bit. Overall, this is definitely a flagship worthy building.

So, my husband and both took the BLS First Aid and CPR course here. They were really good with the…read morehands on training aspect of it, and we were even given a first aid book and resuscitation mask to take home with us!