Explore our Library of Things, a collection of unique items available for checkout to enhance your hobbies, learning, and everyday life. From technology and tools to games and crafting kits, we offer something for everyone. Borrow, try, and discover—all with your library card!
While we allow borrowing from neighboring libraries, some items are exclusive only to AHPL cardholders.
All items have a loan period of 2 weeks and are eligible to be renewed.
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Blocking Mats are an essential tool to finish up your knitting, crochet, needlework, and needlepoint projects! Made from dense, heat-resistant foam, these lightweight and durable mats can be easily connected into various shapes and sizes. Achieve precise edges with the marked edges and T-pins included in this kit.
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Includes 14 Crochet Hooks for Crocheting: 2.0mm, 2.5mm, 3.0mm, 3.5mm, 4.0mm, 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 6.0mm, 6.5mm, 7.0mm, 8.0mm, 9.0mm, 10.0mm. Knitting needle overall length: 14.9 cm/ 5.9”
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This adjustable dress form allows the user to tailor or sew shirts and dresses without having to physically try on and carefully remove pinned material. This dress form fits a medium range of sizes with 11 adjustable measurements.
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This Jewelry Making Toolkit is a set equipped with a 9-tool Beader Set, a visual guidebook, a bead board, a 1-step looper, and other essential accessories. This kit provides everything you need to create unique jewelry designs.
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Seven pairs of Single knitting needles include 4.0mm, 5.0mm, 6.0mm, 7.0mm, 8.0mm, 9.0mm, and 10mm. Each 10-inch-long knitting stick set is great for beginners and seasoned knitters.
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This microSD card has a 64 gigabyte capacity and an SD card adapter for devices requiring the larger card format.
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Check out an iPad with a selection of apps curated by our librarians. Enjoy library services such as Mango Languages, Creative Bug, Hoopla, and more. Some apps may require a wireless internet connection to function properly.
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The Amazon Fire Stick connects to your TV's HDMI port, providing access to various streaming services and apps.
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Chromebooks support the Google suite of productivity tools, including Docs, Sheets, and Slides. These tools can access Microsoft Office files, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
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Use Chromecast to stream content from the apps on your device or computer to your TV, including shows, movies, music, games, sports, photos, live TV, and more.
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Rated to hold up to 263 pounds, this cart is designed with multiple wheels to make transporting items upstairs easier. Folded dimensions: 32 inches x 19 inches x 16 inches
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The perfect camera for adventures big and small. It’s built tough, waterproof, records up to 4K, and is intuitive. Capture your life in a fresh new way with GoPro. MicroSD card not included.
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This handheld GPS gives you up to 36 hours of battery life and up to 450 hours in expedition mode while you are out exploring. The sunlight-readable color display makes it easy to view no matter the weather. With the satellite, topographical, and public land boundary maps you’ll have all the information you need for a safe trip. Additionally, this model allows for live weather updates and tracking when paired with a compatible smartphone.
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Get online with a mobile hotspot! The hotspot is easy to use and provides a wireless connection to the Internet. Just turn it on, and you’re ready to connect.
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Microsoft Surface Laptop comes installed with Microsoft Office products for your use, including Word, Excel, and Powerpoint.
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The Nintendo Switch Lite is a handheld video game console with built-in controllers. It can play any Nintendo Switch cartridge game.
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The Orion StarBlast 4.5" Astro Reflector Telescope is the perfect family-friendly scope for entry-level and intermediate astronomy enthusiasts.
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No tools are needed! The smooth anti-jam frame allows for easy unfolding; just lock the legs, and you’re done! Perfect for a solo setup, the size of the tent is 10x10.
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Easily watch videos at home or on the go with this portable projector. Connect with bluetooth, HDMI, or the projector's built-in apps. Includes 3-hour rechargeable battery, 500 ansi lumen projector, and two 10W speakers, all in one compact design.
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Stream your favorite TV shows, movies, and more with our ROKU. An internet connection and a TV with an HDMI port are required.
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This mini-robot is compact yet powerful, making it an excellent tool for engaging with STEM learning. The kit also includes an iPad.
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The Klein TI250 thermal imager captures over 10,000 pixels of temperature data to help you see both hot and cold spots. You can use the LCD display or save images to a microSD card (not included).
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This graphing calculator comes with a full-color LED screen. It can plot graphs, solving equations, and performing mathematical functions.
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Check out an iPad with a selection of apps curated by our Youth Librarians. Preloaded apps are designated for kids Pre-K through Middle School, including PBS Kids, Khan Academy Kids, Scratch Jr, Coolmath Games, and more! Some apps may require a wireless internet connection to function properly.
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Measure particle matter concentrations, total volatile organic compounds, and formaldehyde with this handheld air quality monitor. Record levels over time and even export them to your computer.
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This radon detector can be set up in your home to detect average radon levels over time. This unit gives both a short and long term average. Check your home for radon to ensure that you are not breathing in this harmful gas.
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Sound level meters are essential safety tools that show real-time sound levels in decibels (dB) on a screen. This particular meter is accurate to 1.5 dB at 1 kHz within the 30 to 130 dBA range.
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Borescopes are little cameras at the end of a long cable which can help people view hard to see places on a large screen. This borescope has 2 HD cameras for both forward and side views, and a light for ease of viewing.
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Want to know why your engine light is on? Pull the codes from your vehicle's on-board computer with this scan tool.
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This kit includes the NOCO Boost Plus portable car jumper set. This can be a useful back up to keep in your car if you have an emergency on the side of the road. This kit comes with both the jumper battery and its own jumper cables.
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An arthritis care kit is like a trusty toolbox for those dealing with arthritis. This kit is filled with practical tools and gadgets designed to make daily life more manageable and provide relief from arthritis pain.
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The kit includes books, resources, and DVDs on dementia care, as well as games caregivers can use to start conversations with people with dementia. It touches on topics across all stages of dementia.
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A light therapy box mimics outdoor light, which is thought to cause a chemical change in the brain that lifts your mood and eases other symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), such as being tired most of the time and sleeping too much.
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Weigh your luggage confidently with this handheld, battery free luggage scale, accurate up to 110 pounds.
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Experience the soothing power of nature with our nature-themed Memory Kit, designed to stimulate reminiscing and memory in older adults. This kit serves as an effective audio-visual aid for those experiencing memory disorders.
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The Tabletop Magnifying Lamp is a versatile tool designed to enhance close-up tasks. It features a 5x magnifying lens integrated into a sturdy base, allowing users to examine small print, intricate details, or delicate objects with ease.
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This air pump is effective for various items, such as cars and basketballs, and is user-friendly and operates quickly.
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This versatile tripod, adjustable from 20.1 to 67.3 inches, offers multiple shooting angles, a 360° rotating phone holder, and a wireless remote for easy photo and video capture. Made from high-grade aluminum alloy and ABS resin, it supports various devices, including cameras.
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Enjoy your music anywhere with Victrola's portable vintage suitcase design. Featuring an easy-to-carry handle, this blend of retro and contemporary styles offers you the ultimate flexibility to listen to your favorite tunes wherever you choose. It's an excellent option for vinyl lovers.
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Enjoy the great outdoors with this beginner's bird watching kit! We include a bird book of the Eastern US, a Celestron Binocular Set, and a Smartphone adapter so you can take your own pictures using the binoculars!
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This two-way radio set operates on radio frequencies, allowing for clear, instant communication without the need for cellular or Wi-Fi connection. These radios also include NOAA Weather Scan & Alert, providing the user with severe weather updates.
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Have cassette tapes, but no cassette player? This converter can play and convert your cassette tapes to MP3 files at the touch of a button! You don't even need a computer, just plug in a flash drive and start converting.
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Takes stunning photographs with Canon PowerShot SX420 camera. Powerful 42x Optical Zoom with Optical Image Stabilizer for outstanding optical performance
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If your computer doesn't have a working CD/DVD drive, borrow this one! All you need is a USB port on your computer. An adapter for USB-C ports is included.
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Call, stream, blog, and record like a pro in crystal clear HD video and audio.
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The Deluxe Personal CD Player is the ultimate mini CD player you need! Enjoy your favorite CD audiobooks while driving in your car or relaxing at home.
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The digital recorder captures high-quality audio with a simple push of a button for musicians, podcasters, filmmakers, and content creators.
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Give your little one a phonics power-up! This kit is like a magic wand, helping them unlock the secret world of letters and the sounds they make. Let the sound-sational fun begin!
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Dive into the wacky world of U.S. Presidents with flashcards, the bizarre yet fascinating "Weird But True US Presidents" book, and National Geographic Kids' "1000 Facts About the White House"! It’s a presidential party you won't want to miss!