Northwest Akron Branch Library

HOURS

Monday - Thursday: 10 am - 8 pm
Friday: 12 pm - 6 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5pm
Sunday: Closed

LOCATION

1720 Shatto Avenue
Akron, Ohio 44313
330.836.1081
Branch Manager: Greg Trask
Email the Branch

MEETING ROOMS

The Northwest Akron Branch Library has two meeting rooms available for use. For more information, please read our Branch Library Meeting Room Policy

BRANCH SERVICES

Accessibility
Free public computers with internet access
Free Wi-Fi
Printers and Copiers with Fax & Scanner
Same-Day Select


Friends of Northwest Akron Branch Library
Book Sale Donations

UPCOMING EVENTS

To search for specific location programs, activities and age groups, check out our Events Calendar.

You can also view or download our quarterly event flyer for our upcoming branch events.


About the Branch

The Northwest Akron Branch Library, along with its neighbor, the Northwest Family Recreation Center, serves as a center of active learning through a diverse offering of programs and resources. A rich collection of books for all ages is just one aspect of what the branch has to offer; its outstanding multimedia collection includes music CDs, audiobooks, and feature and documentary films. The collection has something for just about every interest and taste. Computers and computer classes, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing are additional services that make personal and professional growth possible.

Look for Northwest Akron Branch staff at local schools and early childhood centers and at community events throughout the year. Visit the branch for more opportunities to learn and explore with others. Programming for all ages at the library is responsive to community interests, with play and story programming for very young children, book discussion groups for adults, school-age and teen crafting and gaming opportunities, and more. The Northwest Akron Branch Library—your one-stop spot for all your educational and entertainment needs and interests.

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.