Akron-Summit County Public Library

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Founded in 1874, the Akron-Summit County Public Library is comprised of a Main Library, 18 community branches, and a Mobile Services division.

👻🧛 Join us for outdoor entertainment and trick-or-treating at participating plaza locations. Wear your costume and bring...
10/13/2026

👻🧛 Join us for outdoor entertainment and trick-or-treating at participating plaza locations. Wear your costume and bring a bag! For all ages. 🎃👺

⚖️ Trained volunteer lawyers and law students will assist with court sealings, expungements, CQE, clemency, license rest...
10/11/2026

⚖️ Trained volunteer lawyers and law students will assist with court sealings, expungements, CQE, clemency, license restoration, and more.

In one-on-one sessions, individuals with criminal records will have the opportunity to seek assistance with the following:
• Certificate of Qualification for Employment (CQE) — Please bring information for employment history, three non-relative references, and three family references.
• Clemency — Please visit the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation & Correction to learn about the pardon process.
• Expungement & Sealing — You might qualify for sealing even if you did not qualify in the past.
• License Restoration — Clinic cannot pay associated fees.

Thanks to everyone who came out for Trivia Night, flexed those brain muscles, devoured some tasty walking tacos, and hel...
10/10/2026

Thanks to everyone who came out for Trivia Night, flexed those brain muscles, devoured some tasty walking tacos, and helped support library programs! And a big thank-you to our sponsors and Library crew for making it all possible!

One team deserves an extra round of applause: The Usual Suspects, our back-to-back champions! 🏆 Apparently, their usual business is winning.

📘 Looking for a fun way for your child to connect with other readers? B.R.U.H. (Book Readers United and Happy) Book Club...
10/10/2026

📘 Looking for a fun way for your child to connect with other readers? B.R.U.H. (Book Readers United and Happy) Book Club is a relaxed, welcoming space for homeschool students in grades 5-7 to talk about books, share opinions, and make new friends.

Each month features a different genre. Simply bring a book you've read to discuss, then discover new titles to check out from the Library's collection.

👻 October: Spooky & Scary Stories
⚔️ November: Action & Adventure

🎃🐍 Join us for a spooky good time, complete with a storybook walk, trick-or-treating, a "creepy critter" meet-and-greet,...
10/09/2026

🎃🐍 Join us for a spooky good time, complete with a storybook walk, trick-or-treating, a "creepy critter" meet-and-greet, and more! Costumes are welcome, but not required.

The Northwest Akron Friends of the Library are sponsoring Jungle Bob, who will be here with his traveling "creepy critter" show. The Northwest Akron Friends of the Library will be giving away free books. You won't want to miss it! For all ages.

👻🪦 Ohio’s haunted history comes alive at the Library!Join author and investigative historian William G. Krejci as he exp...
10/07/2026

👻🪦 Ohio’s haunted history comes alive at the Library!

Join author and investigative historian William G. Krejci as he explores eerie ghost stories uncovered from century-old newspaper headlines. From haunted mansions in Akron and mysterious happenings at Cleveland’s Grays Armory to spectral sightings across Northeast Ohio, discover the chilling tales that have been forgotten for generations.

📚 A book signing will follow the presentation, with copies available for purchase.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.825.7800.
https://services.akronlibrary.org/event/17087680

🎏🍙 Explore Japanese culture through food, books, and more while rating each experience. Sample new flavors, discover man...
10/06/2026

🎏🍙 Explore Japanese culture through food, books, and more while rating each experience. Sample new flavors, discover manga titles, and share your reactions along the way. For grades 6-12.

Register online, in person, or by phone at 330.784.7522.
https://services.akronlibrary.org/event/17093604

🚂 Next stop: imagination station! Thanks to Scout Thomas McClendon for building this fantastic train table as part of an...
10/04/2026

🚂 Next stop: imagination station! Thanks to Scout Thomas McClendon for building this fantastic train table as part of an Eagle Scout project. This new addition to our Children's' Library creates a space for children to play, explore, and learn while encouraging creativity and imaginative play. We know it will be a favorite destination for our youngest patrons for years to come. 🦅⚜️

👹👽 Make it ugly. Make it wild. Make the worst monster sculptures ever and put it on display the following week for Teen ...
10/03/2026

👹👽 Make it ugly. Make it wild. Make the worst monster sculptures ever and put it on display the following week for Teen Week. All materials provided. Intended for grades 6-12.

📱📚 BIG news: We've hit 1 million Libby checkouts this year! 🎉One million eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines borrowed... a...
10/02/2026

📱📚 BIG news: We've hit 1 million Libby checkouts this year! 🎉

One million eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines borrowed... and we reached this incredible milestone a full month sooner than last year! 🚀 Whether you're reading, listening, or keeping your TBR pile growing, thank you for making Libby App such a big part of your library experience.

Here's to 1,000,000 checkouts, countless great stories, and many more to come! 💙📚✨

Address

60 S High Street
Akron, OH
44326

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 8pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 1pm - 5pm

Telephone

(330) 643-9000

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