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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
Exclusive to AHPL Cardholders
2 week loan period
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.
Exclusive to AHPL Cardholders
2 week loan period
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).
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
Want to know why your engine light is on? Pull the codes from your vehicle's on-board computer with this scan tool.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
Weigh your luggage with confidence with this handheld, battery free luggage scale, accurate up to 110 pounds.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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!
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
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.
2 week loan period
If your computer doesn’t have a working CD/DVD drive, borrow this one! All you need is a USB-A or USB-C port on your computer (using included adapter).
2 week loan period
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!
2 week loan period
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!
