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Library of Things

The Library of Things (LoT) is a collection of nontraditional items—like tools, kits, and devices—that you can borrow. Most items listed below check out for 3 weeks with no renewals (holds may be placed by Westmont cardholders). We also offer equipment for 1-day use in the Library.

Connect to technology, information, and entertainment; convert media from one format to another to preserve and share it; and create with craft kits, devices, and hand tools.

Browse our borrowable LoT items below.

Connect

Blu-ray player

4K Blu-ray player

Watch ultra-high-definition 4k Blu-ray discs.

 Blu-ray player

Blu-ray player

Watch Blu-ray discs.

Circular portable CD player

CD player

Play your CDs on-the-go with our rechargeable compact disc player.

 DVD player

DVD player

Watch DVD discs.

 Magnifying lens on a flexible cord

Hands-free magnifier

This hands-free magnifier can be worn around the neck or placed on a table to aid in reading, small repairs, or crafts.

iPad tablet

iPad

Read ebooks, listen to audiobooks, watch movies, and more.

Kill A Watt meter: a handheld device with a readout and power socket

Kill A Watt meter

Use this electricity usage monitor to assess the efficiency of home appliances and evaluate your energy usage.

portable Wifi hotspot

Mobile hotspot

Connect to the internet from anywhere.

Pair of pickleball paddles with balls and case

Pickleball kit

Have a ball with this kit containing pickleball rackets, balls, and a carrying case.

Small, portable projector

Projector

Use this compact, portable projector to share video or presentations anywhere.

Roku express box and remote

Roku Express

Watch streaming video from digital platforms—including Apple TV+, Disney+, Kanopy, Hoopla, and VuDu—on your TV.

Roku Premiere box and remote

Roku Premiere

Watch streaming video from our digital platforms—including Kanopy, Hoopla, and VuDu—on your TV.

USB SD card reader

SD card reader

Transfer data from SD cards to your computer via USB. SD cards not included.

Clip-on selfie light

Selfie light

Look your best in video meetings, interviews, and presentations. Attach this selfie light to your phone, tablet, or monitor.

Basketless paper shredder unit

Shredder

Attach this basketless shredder to a wastebasket. The shredder can help securely dispose of documents, cards, and CDs.

Plug-in adapter and 3 kinds of USB cables

USB charger & cables

Power or charge up your devices with this kit, which includes a wall charger plus USB-C, micro-USB, and Lightning cables.

 Clip-on webcam with attached cord

Webcam

Join video chats or meetings with this webcam, which can clip to the top of your monitor or stand on its own.

iPad tablet

Youth iPad

Read ebooks, listen to audiobooks, watch movies, and more.

Convert

 portable usb blu-ray writer

Blu-ray writer

Make a Blu-ray disc from your videos to share or watch.

 portable cassette tape player and digitizer

Cassette converter

Convert and preserve your old cassette tapes in digital format. Connect this device to a computer to digitize audio.

 portable usb dvd writer

DVD writer

Make a DVD disc from your videos to share or watch.

 Video capture device with a usb connector and composite cables

Elgato video capture

Convert and preserve your old VHS tapes in digital format. Use this kit to connect your VCR to a computer to digitize video.

 Scanner for traditional photograph negatives and slides

Film scanner

Digitize film negatives to save and share them in digital form. The kit includes adapters for various film sizes.

Create

Ricoh Theta SC2

360 degree camera

Capture and share immersive 360 images with this panoramic camera!

Bike repair kit contents including patches, wrenches, tire pump, and multitool

Bike repair kit

Perform simple bike repairs with this kit, which includes hand tools and tire patches in a compact case.

Yeti microphone on stand

Blue Yeti USB microphone

Record high quality audio for music, videos, or podcasting with this USB microphone.

Pair of braille styluses and slates

Braille stylus kit

Write in braille by hand using this convenient kit, which includes a pair of braille slates and styluses.

Canning kit contents including pot, funnel, rack, and tools

Canning kit

Try your hand at preservation through canning with this kit. Note: This canning kit is NOT compatible with flat glass or induction cooktops.

Canon EOS Rebel T6i DSLR

Canon DSLR camera

Take high quality photos with this DSLR camera. The kit comes with a standard 18-55mm zoom lens, a battery and charger, and an SD card, all inside the carrying case.

 Cricut joy electronic cutting machine with cover open to reveal blade and rollers

Cricut Joy vinyl cutter

Cut vinyl, cardstock, stencils, and more with the Cricut Joy vinyl cutter. The kit comes with card-making and standard cutting mats, pens, and tools for weeding and applying vinyl. To use the machine, you will need to connect it to a computer or use the Cricut Joy mobile app.

Crochet kit contents including hooks, gauge check, instruction book

Crochet kit

Learn to crochet with this kit that includes both tools and an instruction book with beginner patterns.

Gardening tools contents including hand tools in bag

Gardening tools kit

You don’t need a green thumb to start growing—just this kit! Use the included tools to start your own backyard patch or container garden.

GoPro contents including case, charger, and accessories

GoPro camera

Capture action video with the GoPro camera. The kit comes with various mounting and carrying accessories.

Guitar contents including tuner, picks, strap, case, and instruction book

Guitar

Get started with playing the guitar; this kit contains everything you need!

Jewelry kit in carrying case

Jewelry tools kit

Try jewelry making techniques, including beading and wire wrapping. Different types of pliers, tweezers, and measuring tools are included.

Knitting kit contents including needles, stitch holders, gauge check, and book

Knitting kit

Learn how to knit with this kit that includes both tools and an instruction book with beginner patterns.

Dymo LabelManager 280

Label maker

Create organization from chaos with this label maker. Compatible DYMO D1 label tape (6mm, 9mm, or 12mm widths) not included.

Laser measure and laser level

Laser tool kit

Accurately measure distance, area and volume with this laser measuring tool. Make sure all your projects are level with the separate laser level.

Kit contents including microphone on a stand, a pop filter, and a carrying case

Podcasting kit

Start your own podcast! Record high quality audio with this USB microphone.

Four different sizes of pom-pom makers

Pom-pom maker

Make your own pom-poms using this kit, which includes four different sizes of pom-pom maker. Yarn is not included.

Punch needle kit

Try out the craft of punch needle embroidery with this kit. It includes a punch needle, hoop, and instructions. You must provide your own fabric and yarn to make a project.

Sewing machine

Learn to sew or mend on a machine. The Brother XL2600i sewing machine kit comes with a variety of tools and accessories for special stitches.

Silhouette Cameo with cut mat and cables

Silhouette Cameo 3 vinyl cutter

Cut vinyl, cardstock, stencils, and more with the Silhouette Cameo vinyl cutter. The kit comes with cutting mats and tools for weeding and applying vinyl. To use the machine, you will need to connect it to a computer and install the free Silhouette Studio software.

Ukulele contents including case and tuner

Ukulele

Try your hand at playing the ukulele. The kit includes a carrying case and tuner.

Wacom tablet with stylus

Wacom Intuos tablet

Connect the Wacom Intuos Pen & Touch tablet to your computer to use the stylus or touch controls—especially useful for design, drawing, or photo editing. You will need to install the Intuos Pen & Touch (CTH-680) tablet driver from Wacom for full functionality.

Two wireless lavaliere microphones and a receiver

Wireless microphone

Check out these wireless microphones, great for video recording, live streaming, or interviewing.

In-Library items

Laptop

Use a computer anywhere in the Library. Laptops are equipped with basic office software and a connection to the Library wifi.

This item is for 1-day, in-Library checkout.

Page magnifier

Read small print or enlarge details in books, magazines, or newspapers with this page magnifier.

This item is for 1-day, in-Library checkout.

Sewing machine

Learn to sew or mend on a machine. The Brother XL2600i sewing machine kit comes with a variety of tools and accessories for special stitches.

This item is for 1-day, in-Library checkout to use in a Library study room.

USB-C to HDMI adapter

If you need to connect to a display (such as the Community Meeting Room projector) but your device does not include an HDMI port, you can use this adapter to connect through a USB-C port instead.

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