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Library of Things

The Library of Things is a collection of nontraditional items you can borrow from Amesbury Public Library! These items are free to borrow: all you need is a library card!

Browse and request in the catalog.

Crafts
Electronics
Games
Home Equipment
Outdoor Recreation

Crafts

pom pom makers

Pom Pom Makers

Tools for making pom poms in 4 sizes. Instructions included.

Electronics

aux cable

Auxiliary Audio Cable

Plug your smartphone, tablet or Playaway into a car or other listening device. Please note: the device must have an auxiliary port to use, some newer cars and devices are made without one.

hotspot

Hotspot, T-Mobile 4G LTE Z915

Access free wireless internet anywhere with a cellphone signal. Share WiFi with up to 10 devices, 4G LTE data speed capability.

Infrared Thermometer

Read temperatures without direct contact. Use on grills, engine parts, & more. Not for use on humans.

Kill-A-Watt

Kill-A-Watt Energy Meter

Find out what your electronic devices cost to operate. Visit Kill-A-Watt’s product page for more information.

Kindle Fire

Kindle Fire

Read your eBooks anywhere, browse the internet, & more on the Kindle Fire (generation 3). Requires an Amazon account.

Note: Your Amazon account is your personal account and you, the patron, are responsible for charges you incur. All content you purchase will remain on your account, not the device.

light therapy lamp

Light Therapy Lamp

Bring daylight indoors with this bright white light that mimics sunlight.

Makey-makey

Makey Makey

Makey-Makey is a tool that allows you to turn everyday objects into touchpads to connect them to computer programs. It’s a simple invention kit for beginners and experts doing art, engineering, and everything in between. Visit makeymakey.com for tutorials and ideas!

OBDII Car Diagnostic Scanner

Find out which part of your car is malfunctioning when your check engine light is on.

roku stick

Roku Streaming Stick

Watch all your streaming content on a TV. Requires HDMI connection and wireless internet. Note: some channels require payment.

selfie stick

Selfie Stick

Get a great angle for your selfies and group shots. This device connects with your smartphone using Bluetooth. Compatible with smartphones up to 3.3″ wide.

telescope

Telescope, Orion StarBlast 4.5″

Enjoy the wonders of the night sky with this 4.5″ / f/4, 228x/450mm reflector telescope. Easy to set up and use. Special conditions apply to borrowing.

Turn table

Turntable

Play records on this three-speed turntable. Use the built-in speakers or connect to a Bluetooth audio device. Plays at 33 1/3, 45, and 78 RPM. Comes as a portable suitcase design with an easy carry handle and power cord.

Games

D&D dice

D&D Dice

Play a tabletop role playing game (TTRPG) with these many-sided dice.

Amesbury-opoly

Amesburyopoly

A landlord board game celebrating Amesbury’s 350th anniversary. For up to 6 players.

Table Tennis

Turn any table into table tennis with this kit!

tabletop curling

Tabletop Curling Game

Turn any table into a curling board! Kit including board and playing pieces.

Home Equipment

Borrowing bag

Borrowing Bag

Reusable bags for to check out to carry your library materials! Bags go out for 3 weeks, can be renewed, and don’t carry any late fines. Ask for one at the Circulation Desk.

Outdoor Recreation

Cornhole

Play this lawn game outside!

disc golf

Disc Golf

Gear up for a trip to the disc golf course!
Includes 9 discs (3 red, 3 yellow, 3 blue).

Giant Checkers

Play this lawn game outside!

Giant Connect Four

Play this lawn game outside!

Giant Jenga

Play this lawn game outside!

Ladder Toss

Play this lawn game outside!

lawn dominos

Lawn Dominos

Play this lawn game outside!

Pickelball

Gear up for a trip to the pickleball court! Includes paddles, balls, and a portable net.

Ring Toss

Play this lawn game outside!

scoreboard

Scoreboard

Keep track of the score for any game.

snow shoes

Snowshoes

Each kit comes with a pair of snowshoes, a pair of poles, and a carrying case.

  • 14″ snowshoes (for a weight range of 30-70 lbs)
  • 25″ snowshoes (for a weight range of 120-180 lbs)

Spike Ball

Play this lawn game outside!

Tug of War

Play this lawn game outside!

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