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Community resources for families

Summit County, Ohio has a wealth of resources available. From exploring the natural beauty of the area and family-friendly activities, to support services to those in need, Summit County is a community that cares about its residents. Explore the various community resources below.

Check out some of the community resources for families that Summit County has to offer 

Summit Metro Parks

Check out the programs and events hosted by the Summit Metro Parks, these include activities such as a creek walk, garden exploration, a class about turtles and more.

211 Summit Day Camps

Resource for summer camp options in summit county

Everyday Akron

Everyday Akron’s mission is to highlight and amplify unique perspectives of Akron by those who live, work and play here through social media. Check them out for information about small businesses and happenings in your area.

Visit Akron

Looking for family-friendly events? Greater Akron has them! Find events happening near you at Canal Park, the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad, The Akron Zoo, the Children’s Museum and more. Go on, create your own family fun adventure!

Play and Learn Place at Stow Library

Children under 5 (and their caregivers) can play with a rotating set of activities and toys which build language skills such as vocabulary, self-expression, and understanding. Come in when the door is open and explore the toys, there is no registration needed!

Imagination Library

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is dedicated to inspiring a love of reading by gifting books free of charge to children from birth to age five, through funding shared by Dolly Parton and local community partners. Once registered your child will receive one book a month through the mail.

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