Check out our Library of Things Collection, developed in partnership with the Lynnfield Recycling Committee!
Technology
- Chromebook Kits: A Chromebook Kit consists of 1 Chromebook laptop, 1 hot spot, and 1 computer mouse to provide you with Wi-Fi and computer access from home. For more information on Chromebooks please click here.
- Hot Spots: Looking to get Internet access on the go? Check out a hot spot to connect your devices wherever you are.
- Mobile Phone Chargers: We have 6 mobile phone chargers available. They come equipped with 4 different charging cord attachments to work with all different types of phones. These cords are available for check out, but must be used in the Library.
- Nintendo Switch Lites: We have consoles you can check out to try at home. Kits come with a console and charger.
- Ring Lights: We have both a small ring light for mobile devices and large ring light set.
- Selfie Stick: Comes with a tripod.
- Home Energy Evaluation Kits: Provided by the Reading Municipal Light Department, the home energy evaluation kits give you the tools, including a Kill A Watt electricity meter, to check how energy efficient your electronics are.
- Kodak Slide N Scan Digital Film Scanner
- Portable Kodak Slide Viewer
- Travel HD Magnifier by Optelec: This magnifier is In Library Use Only. Please ask for it at the Reference Desk.
- Ruby Handheld Magnifier
- Portable DVD Player
- Portable CD Player
- Portable Document Scanner
- Soil Tester:– Measures levels of moisture, light, and pH (acidity) in soil.
- Precision Screwdriver Set
- TI-84 Graphing Calculator
- Geometry Tools Set: Contains geometry compasses, ruler, triangle protractors, semicircular protractor, pencil for compass, pencil sharpener, vial with extra graphite pieces for compass, and eraser
- Light Box: An LED-powered light box used for tracing images.
- Bluetooth Speaker: A wireless speaker. Connect your phone, tablet, or other mobile Bluetooth-enabled device.
- LED Magnifiers: Handheld magnifiers fixed with LED lights. The magnifier helps people with low vision read smaller print while offering a helpful light to reduce eye strain.
Travel
- World Travel Adapters : Outlet adapter with plugs that work in several countries to regions, including: United States (US), European Union/Europe (EU), United Kingdom (UK), Australia (AU)
- Digital Luggage Scale
Activities
- Puzzles: Our puzzle collection was generously donated by members of the community along with library staff. There are puzzles with animals, Scottish landscapes, and beautiful works of art. Located on the first floor of the library, there are 44 puzzles to explore ranging from 500 to 1,000 pieces. For more information on this collection please click here.
- Video Games: There are over 200 video games for gamers of all ages for various consoles.
- Board and Strategy Games: – We have 41 board and strategy games including Monopoly Jr., Apples to Apples, Clue and Scrabble.
Kits for Kids – The Children’s room is home to many exciting ways to learn including the following kits:
Wellness
- MEternally Memory Kits: Memory Kits provide reminiscence therapy to promote sharing memories and spark conversations about favorite things. Each kit includes a DVD, flashcards, and activities on various topics. For more information on Dementia resources in Massachusetts please click here.
- MEternally 4-Letter Crosswords: These dry erase crossword puzzles are designed to be dementia-friendly and act as a form of reminiscence therapy.
- MEternally 4-Letter Word Searches: These dry erase word search puzzles are designed to be dementia-friendly and act as a form of reminiscence therapy.
- Light Therapy Lamp: A light therapy lamp provides bright light through 10,000 lux that imitate the sun helping to brighten up your workspace in darker winter months.
- White Noise Machine: Choose from 10 varieties of ambient sound (including white, pink, and brown noise) to mask noise disturbances and promote relaxation and better sleep.
- Acupressure Kit – Coming soon!
- Back and Neck Massager – Coming soon!
Arts & Crafts – Coming Soon!
- Craft Scissors: Craft scissors with decorative edges to cut fun patterns!
- Pom Pom & Tassel Maker: This easy yarn craft tool makes 10 different sizes of pom pom and 11 different sizes of tassels. Create your own yarn tassels from 1.25” to 6.25”, then hang them in your home or office as a cool piece of home décor or party decoration! When you’re done crafting your DIY tassels and pom poms, store your yarn craft tools in the included carrying case for easy clean up.
- Paper Punches – Coming soon!
- Lightbox – Coming soon!
Content for Streaming and Downloading
For more information on how to checkout any of the above items, check out our Library of Things Procedure.
You can also call the library at 781-334-5411 or e-mail lfd@noblenet.org.