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Lecture: Dearest Enemy

Join us for this exciting lecture by Joseph Rubin about “Dearest Enemy,” the Broadway musical that opened in Akron 100 years ago.

Main Library's Auditorium

Movies@Main

Movies on the big screen every Thursday at 6:15 pm. Relax and enjoy classics or recent blockbusters in Main Library’s auditorium.

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Library of Things

Browse our Library of things to borrow cake pans, wall art, kitchen tools, accessibility tools, Memory Kits, games, toys, and more!

Library of Things

New & Notable

Digital Media

Featured Resources

Seed Sharing

Locally appropriate heirloom seeds are available at Main Library for gardeners of all ages, while supplies last. Borrow up to six packets per visit.

Storywalk®

A self-directed activity for people of all ages to read an illustrated children’s book displayed in stages along a short outdoor trail.

Birds of the World

Birds of the World is the most comprehensive reference for the life histories of over 10,000 bird species.

SizeUp

Explore Akron-Summit County Small Business Insights and the Small Business Advisor resources, provided by SizeUp!

Staff Selections

Our Mission: The Akron-Summit County Public Library provides resources for learning and leisure, information services, meeting spaces, and programs for all ages that support, improve, and enrich individual, family, and community life.