The branch will shut down for approximately one year while upgrades funded by a voter-approved bond are completed.
The Nordonia Hills Branch Library will temporarily close Aug. 1, 2026, for renovations expected to last approximately one year, with a anticipated reopening in Summer 2027.
Akron-Summit County Public Library Executive Director Michelle Alleman shared the news with the Northfield Center Township Trustees at their June meeting. The project is funded by a capital bond issue approved by voters in 2025.
What’s Getting an Upgrade
Planned improvements include a new service desk, a passport processing room, study rooms, an updated children’s area and new furniture.
Staying Connected During the Closure
Library patrons will not be left without access during the renovation period. A mobile book trailer will be staffed one day per week and one Saturday per month. A book drop will remain available at all times.
Mark Your Calendar
Before the doors close, the library is hosting a community town hall on Aug. 1 at 1 p.m. at the Nordonia Hills Branch. Kona Ice and the Friends of Nordonia Hills Branch Library will also be on site for an end-of-summer celebration.
This article has been corrected.
