The Library of Things revolutionized the concept of borrowing by offering patrons access to a wide range of non-traditional items beyond books. In Olds, residents have had access to telescopes, power monitors, tablets, and other technology-based resources since 2012. Responding to the growing demand for practical and sustainable solutions, the library has decided to expand its collection, ensuring residents have access to an even more diverse selection of items.
If you are here, you likely heard that we plan on expanding the Library of Things at the Olds Municipal Library. If you would like to talk about donating any of the below items via monetary or in kind donation, please contact Lesley Moody, Library Manager at lmoody@prl.ab.ca
Gaming |
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Xbox One with Controllers - Games checked out separately, be sure to put them on hold too! |
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Nintendo Switch - Games checked out separately, be sure to put them on hold too! |
Crafts and Hobbies |
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Sewing Machine |
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Rotary Cutting Kit - Blades and other consumables are the responsibility of the borrower |
Wood Burning Kit | |
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Leather Working Tool Set |
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Button Maker - Consumables not provided. You will need the following Supplies (Pack of button supplies for 10 available for purchase from Library) |
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Cricut Cutter |
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Djembe Drums x6 |
Coming Soon |
Ukulele Kit |
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Fog Machine - Fog Liquid not included |
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Wacom Intuos Drawing Tablets (Sponsored by the Olds Institute Connected Communities Committee) |
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Blue Yeti USB Podcast Microphone |
Ring Light | |
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Metal Detector |
Home and Car Repair Tools |
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Basic Home Tool Set (with drill, hammer, bits, screwdrivers, sockets, measuring tape, etc.) |
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DeWalt 20V Battery Pack (For our Cordless Tools) - |
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Circular Saw - You may need to purchase the appropriate Saw Blade for your project. |
Dewalt Jig Saw (does not come with Battery, you will need to reserve a battery Pack as well.) |
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Belt Sander - Sanding belts are the responsibility of the borrower. Battery Not Included but available for check out separately. |
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Laser Level |
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Tile Cutter |
Coming Soon |
Voltage Tester |
Tire Auto Inflation System | |
Gardening |
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Telescopic Hedge Shears |
Science |
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Orion Telescope (Sponsored by the Royal Astronomical Society) |
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Little Bits Workshop Set |
Coming Soon |
Lego Mindstorms X2 |
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Microscope Kit |
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Rock Tumbler - Rock Tumbling grit available for purchase from the library. (4 stages) |
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Light Therapy Lamp |
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Bird Watching Kit (Binoculars, Tripod, and Bird Watching Book) |
Supernatural Kit (EMF Meter, Night Vision Scope, Evistr Digital Recorder, rehkittz s2600 flashlight) - | |
Cooking |
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Induction Hot Plate |
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KitchenAid Stand Mixer |
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Crockpot / Slow Cooker |
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Instant Pot |
Fondue Set | |
Bread Maker | |
Food Dehydrator | |
Electronics & Technology |
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Raspberry Pi Kit (Sponsored by the Olds Institute Connected Communities Committee) |
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Ipad Mini x 2 (Sponsored by the Olds Institute Connected Communities Committee) |
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Samsung Tablet (Sponsored by the Olds Institute Connected Communities Committee) |
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Power Cost Monitor (Sponsored by the Olds Institute Connected Communities Committee) |
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Large Speaker with Microphone |
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Epson Powerlite Home Cinema Projector |
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DA-Lite Portable Projector Screen |
Coming Soon |
3D Streaming/BluRay/DVD Player |
Looking for Donation |
VHS Player |
Backyard Fun |
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Giant Topple Tower |
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Bocce Ball Set |
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Ladder Toss |
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Disc Golf |
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Pickleball Kit |
Little Bits Classroom Set |