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Job and Family Services: Case Managers at the Library
2026-04-06 10:00:00 2026-04-06 16:00:00 America/New_York Job and Family Services: Case Managers at the Library The Library is partnering with Summit County Job and Family Services to offer one-on-one, on-site office hours with case managers at select locations. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Conference Room

Monday, April 06
10:00am - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-06 10:00:00 2026-04-06 16:00:00 America/New_York Job and Family Services: Case Managers at the Library The Library is partnering with Summit County Job and Family Services to offer one-on-one, on-site office hours with case managers at select locations. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Conference Room

The Library is partnering with Summit County Job and Family Services to offer one-on-one, on-site office hours with case managers at select locations.

Case managers can assist with:

  • Submitting documents
  • Applying or reapplying for assistance
  • Reporting case changes
  • Case or eligibility questions
     

Summit County Job and Family Services Case Managers are available at these locations from 10 am-12 pm & 1-4 pm:

  • Goodyear Branch Library - First Monday of the month - March 2, April 6, May 4
  • Portage Lakes Branch - First Monday of the month - March 2, April 6, May 4
  • Highland Square Branch Library – First Tuesday of the month - March 3, April 7, May 5
  • Green Branch Library - Second Monday of the month - March 9, April 13, May 11
  • Firestone Park Branch Library - Second Wednesday of the month - March 11, April 8, May 13
  • Northwest Akron Branch Library - Third Monday of the month - March 16, April 20, May 18
  • Odom Boulevard Branch Library – Third Tuesday of the month - March 17, April 21, May 19
  • Maple Valley Branch Library - Fourth Monday of the month - March 23, April 27 (No office hours on May 25 - Memorial Day)
  • Main Library - Last Thursday of the month - March 26, April 30, May 28

Summit County Job and Family Services Case Managers are available at these locations from 12-4 pm:

  • Springfield-Lakemore Branch Library - Second Tuesday of the month - March 10, April 14, May 12
  • North Hill Branch Library - Fourth Tuesday of the month - March 24, April 28, May 26

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Education | Community Event |

Portage Lakes Branch Library
portagelakes@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.644.7050
Branch manager
Greg Trask
Hours
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Mon, Apr 13 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 14 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 17 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 18 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 19 Closed
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About the branch

It's not unusual for customers to take a few moments out of their busy day to relax and read in the comfortable chairs beside the Portage Lakes Branch Library's large windows, enjoying the natural light and the beautiful views of flora and fauna. Visitors from surrounding communities—Coventry, New Franklin, Green, Clinton, Canal Fulton, Barberton, and Massillon—join local residents in visiting the Portage Lakes Branch Library to enjoy NatureConnect, learning-through-play and storytime programming, crafting opportunities, book discussions, arts and history informational programming, and more.

With rich book, music, and movie resources, Portage Lakes Branch Library has something for everyone of every age. Computers, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing round out the services available at the Portage Lakes Branch Library, making it a one-stop spot for all your learning, business, and entertainment needs and interests.

Upcoming Events

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Get Tech Help with a Technology Trainer
Thu, Apr 16, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Jigsaw Puzzle Night
Thu, Apr 16, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Book Sale - Friends Only Preview
Fri, Apr 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Sat, Apr 18, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Community Room
Tales from the Speculative Shelf
Mon, Apr 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room
Family Storytime
Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Community Room
Book Carnival for Tweens
Tue, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
PLX Knitters and Fiber Crafts
Thu, Apr 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Mystery Book Club
Thu, Apr 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room
Paws for Reading
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Job and Family Services: Case Managers at the Library
Mon, May 04, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Conference Room
Get Tech Help with a Technology Trainer
Thu, May 07, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Jigsaw Puzzle Night
Thu, May 07, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Book Buddies Club for K-2 Readers
Sat, May 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room
A Different Kind of Book Club
Mon, May 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Community Room
Preschool Prom
Tue, May 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room
Quesadilla Night for Tweens and Teens
Tue, May 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
Registration opens Friday, April 24 2026 at 9:00am
PLX Knitters and Fiber Crafts
Thu, May 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room
Raising Backyard Chickens: From Coop to Carton
Thu, May 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room
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