The day has finally come! The Columbus Public Library opened to the public last Saturday, July 8, and we are so happy to finally have this wonderful community resource available to the citizens of Columbus. I had the good fortune of joining the Columbus Library Board shortly after the project was approved and construction began. Over the past two years, all the members of the Board have been eagerly awaiting the day of this grand opening, which we felt would be the beginning of a new chapter for our great city.
This new building will serve as a haven for book lovers, a hub for information seekers, and a center for cultural and artistic appreciation. With the expanded floor space, we can once again display our entire collection, and begin work on expanding the library’s offerings to better serve our community. With the new dedicated spaces for children’s…