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
Tools for making pom poms in 4 sizes. Instructions included.
Electronics
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.
Access free wireless internet anywhere with a cellphone signal. Share WiFi with up to 10 devices, 4G LTE data speed capability.
Read temperatures without direct contact. Use on grills, engine parts, & more. Not for use on humans.
Find out what your electronic devices cost to operate. Visit Kill-A-Watt’s product page for more information.
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.
Bring daylight indoors with this bright white light that mimics sunlight.
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!
Find out which part of your car is malfunctioning when your check engine light is on.
Watch all your streaming content on a TV. Requires HDMI connection and wireless internet. Note: some channels require payment.
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, 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.
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
Play a tabletop role playing game (TTRPG) with these many-sided dice.
A landlord board game celebrating Amesbury’s 350th anniversary. For up to 6 players.
Turn any table into table tennis with this kit!
Turn any table into a curling board! Kit including board and playing pieces.
Home Equipment
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!
Gear up for a trip to the disc golf course!
Includes 9 discs (3 red, 3 yellow, 3 blue).
Play this lawn game outside!
Play this lawn game outside!
Play this lawn game outside!
Ladder Toss
Play this lawn game outside!
Play this lawn game outside!
Gear up for a trip to the pickleball court! Includes paddles, balls, and a portable net.
Ring Toss
Play this lawn game outside!
Keep track of the score for any game.
Snowshoes
Each kit comes with a pair of snowshoes, a pair of poles, and a carrying case.
Play this lawn game outside!
Play this lawn game outside!