COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Metropolitan Library officially opened its Reynoldsburg branch this week with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. 

The 39,200-square-foot facility includes an interactive children's area, a preparation area for help preschoolers get ready for kindergarten, a study space for young teens and much more. 

The library, located at 1402 Bryce Rd., will operate the following hours:

• Monday through Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
• Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

The Columbus Metropolitan Library now has 23 locations throughout central Ohio.