Akron-Summit County Public Library

I can't imagine a resource someone would need either as an educator, job seeker, business professional, or student that the Library doesn't have. The staff is generally very friendly and helpful, it's a big facility, and there is plenty of room to find a quiet workspace. The Library is right in the middle of downtown Akron, so there is plenty of places around to break for lunch (or dinner). There are plenty of public events like free movie nights and meeting resources, like rooms for rent, for companies or organizations. On top of all that, they stay on the cutting edge with regards to technology with green screen and recording studios, vinyl and 3D printers, a laser engraver, internet access, and much more! The Library is very community oriented as well and contributes to several local organizations in various ways. The Library is a tremendous asset in the Akron area that everyone, regardless of age, should make time to explore.

Great place to spend some time or take the kids on a rainy day. Very large library. Three floors. And the children's section is separate from the rest of the library. The staff was very helpful and listened to my son's stories. Plenty of places to simple crash and dive into a book!

This library has great accessibility, conference center , and many many more options , place looks superb ! The city of Akron has done a great job putting together this great building ! You can find old maps from the city ! From the best Cd music collections I’ve ever seeing!! They have a huge variety of very rare books ! To the best on technology! I tell ya !! And I kid you not ! They have even 3 D printers that you can use and Learn how to operate them , you have to make reservations for sure ! The people who work there are great help , it’s always a pleasure to visit the place , several floors where you can read any book with peace and quiet ! Tons of resources at the library , even small concerts and art galleries there , where they show local artists all the time ! The library is a gem 💎 🛴🛴🛴🛴🎹🎹🎹🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼 you can park for free for about an hour at the parking deck ! But always check that was about 2 years ago . They offer GED classes , computer classes and a variety of activities for all ages ! If you are looking for a specific book that isn’t in the inventory , they ordered for you . It’s free to get a library card . The views inside of the library are magnificent! You can read a book and look the city around you . This is a must when you are in Akron ! Accessibility is the key , route 8 and 76 interstate very near ! Downtown Akron is growing in popularity, have patience ! The city is improving a lot on building new boutique hotels , local coffee shops ! And of course Lebron James might show up one day ! Who knows ! He usually visit the city ! There are always events at the library free to the public ! I hope you enjoy ! You can be without mask inside , but as always they recommend keep your social distance , this is already a relax set up , since has been almost 2 years from the Covid stuff !! Enjoy the city ! And have fun !

The children library is so much fun. Staff were very helpful and my kids enjoyed some reading and activity time on a rainy day.

We have gone to the Akron summit county public library in the past with our grandchildren and always had a great time. However, today was even more special with a holiday event provided by the library with the Joe Augustine Trio. What a wonderful concert with so many familiar Christmas tunes performed professionally and in unique ways. Lots of spirit here and tons of originality by the trio. Easy access and free parking is even provided and you don't have to go outdoors to get into the library. Access is through the parking deck and directly to a ramp in the library.

It's a good library with a good helpful staff Wonderful selection whether you're looking for novel or a biography Maybe a good chess book like i was. Parking deck is free for the first hour. It's downtown Akron so there's always underprivileged people hanging out inside especially on cold days which doesn't bother me but it may bother you

Went there to get our Passports renewed. The very helpful lady ( I'm guessing her name was Kelly?) provided us with exceptional service. I'm delighted that there are still people who take their occupation seriously and practice attention to detail.

I visited akron library today as a business opportunity to set up for a hiring event and get the word out to the community. For those who are interested! I spoke with one of the marketing directors in the library and she seemed to tell me that I had to apply online for a link to set up the inventor for those who are interested.And never received the link.However, I do think that she was kind of rude and needed to be educated on customer service or in her field.However, I don't recommend anyone going back library if your a business manager or someone looking to partner with the library.If you're interested in looking to partner with the company that is more open to partnerships, please contact me directly.Thank you

I would like to Thank you for Dealing with me NEARLY everyday for years now me and well a few friends I have made. Seriously the staff right now from The Security to ALL The Librarians and personally everyone I have encountered over the years Thanks you KINDNESS ment a lot to me. I’m Jacob the man who always came there to read The Holy Bible mostly. I tried not to bother ANYONE and to RESPECT everyone around me and the staff here did the same. Keep up MOVIE night lol maybe I’ll stop out there sometime. Amazing people very KIND.

Christopher & Dawn were both so kind, helpful & patient ☀️ They walked me through the steps of getting my digital library card & the steps to transferring books to my paper white. Very knowledgeable & again kindness above & beyond!!!