Public libraries create collections of items to be used by everyone to pursue their interests, further their education, and provide entertainment. Sharing, conservation of resources and the idea that you don’t have to have everything you need in your home are key to the idea of a central collection that everyone can use. The Akron-Summit County Public Library has been adding to traditional library resources and currently has multiple Library of Things collections for you to borrow. 

Watch this page as more collections are added. Click on the links below to be taken to the Library Catalog for that collection where you can get more information, see pictures and place holds.

Item Limits, Loan Periods, and Fines

 
 LoTArtHotspotsLaptops
Loan Period 2 weeks 4 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks
Fine 10¢/day 50¢/day 50¢/day 50¢/day
Age Restriction Adult only Adult only Adult only Adult only
Holds yes yes yes yes
Renewable yes no no no
Return in Book Drop no no no no
Return at Drive up window no no no no
Cleaning Fee no $5 no no
Limit per Card 3 1 1 1
Liability Statement no no yes yes

For more detailed information regarding hotspots or laptop & hotspot bundles, visit our hotspot lending web page.

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.