Library of Things
Here at the Public Library of Brookline, we believe that community knowledge and support is bigger than anything that can be contained in books and films alone: it’s playing a board game with your friends and family or challenging yourself to try a new piece of technology. It’s being inspired by a work of art in a local museum or having the tools you need to land that job interview.
Our Library of Things is a collection of objects that provide the opportunity to learn and grow by doing, seeing, and making. Check out all our current holdings below.
Please Note: Unless otherwise indicated, Library of Things items must be checked out and returned to the desk of the owning library location. Do not place in book drop. To help ensure access to this collection, placing holds for the same Library of Things item at multiple locations or for another copy of a Library of Things item you currently have checked out is prohibited. Additionally, returned Library of Things items cannot be checked out to the same patron for at least 24 hours.
Computers, WiFi, & More
Chromebook
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
A Chromebook is a simple laptop. The Library’s Chromebooks can be used to access the internet and use Google-based office software, similar to the rest of the Library’s computers. The Library has Chromebooks available for both in-Library use and 2-week borrowing! External mice are included with all our circulating Chromebooks.
Digital Projector
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Our Digital Projectors connect to your USB drive, phone, computer, or DVD player and turn any blank surface into a theater! Plus, they have built-in speakers and up to 3 hours of battery life, so you can take the show anywhere – just provide your own HDMI-compatible device.
Graphics Tablet
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our graphics tablets let you replace your mouse with a high-precision stylus and drawing pad to make digital illustration a breeze! Watch a step-by-step Graphics Tablet walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
iPad
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our iPads com equipped with assistive technology apps developed for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, and/or visual or hearing impairments. They also include apps for literacy development and healthcare, as well as games, education, and library resources for all audiences. View a full list of the apps on our iPads.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Memory Lab
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Our Memory Lab is a dedicated computer at the Brookline Village Library equipped with the tools you need to convert your home audio and video into new formats, including cassette tapes, 8mm and Super 8 film, floppy disks, negatives, photos, slides, VHS tapes, and vinyl records. Just give us a call or chat with us to reserve the station for a three-hour time slot any time during our open hours. Want to get a feel for the tools available before you arrive? No problem! View our full Memory Lab Technical Specifications for make and model information and user manuals.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Record Player
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Everything old is new again with our record player collection. We have a Record Player available for in-Library use! We also have headphones and records available for check out. Our reference staff will be happy to teach you how to use the players so you can discover the joy of vinyl.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Roku Premiere
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Get instant access to hundreds of the Library’s movies and television shows. We have Roku Premiere media streaming devices available to borrow! All you need to use one is a television (with HDMI support) and an internet connection. Need help understanding how you can use Roku in your home? Our reference staff would be happy to lend a hand. Just give us a call at 617-730-2370×3 to place a hold.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Voice Recorder
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Recording lectures or interviewing your relatives for a family history project, our voice recorders offer ultra-portable, all-in-one audio recording, playback, and USB connection for transferring your files.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
WiFi Hotspot
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
WiFi Hotspots let you connect to the internet anywhere there’s a cell tower signal! They’re great for car trips or temporary internet needs.
Please Note: To help ensure access to this resource, placing holds for a hotspot at multiple Library locations or while you are currently borrowing a hotspot is prohibited. Additionally, a recently returned hotspot may not be checked out to the same library account for at least 24 hours.
Maker Tools
Button Maker
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Got something to say? Say it with a button! Our Button Makers can create 1.5″ buttons out of any printer weight paper. We just charge 25¢ per button to cover the cost of supplies, which must be paid in cash. Watch a step-by-step button making walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Cricut Explore
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | COOLIDGE CORNER & PUTTERHAM
If you gave a robot an Xacto knife, you’d have a Cricut! Our Cricut Explore Machines connect to your smartphone or computer in minutes and can cut paper, vinyl, iron-on, and more into any design you can dream up. Watch a step-by-step Cricut Explore walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Cricut Explore 3
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
The updated Cricut Explore can cut not only paper and vinyl, but also fabric, leather, and wood, plus use a variety of extra tools available to borrow as part of our Cricut Specialty Kit. Watch a step-by-step Cricut walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Cricut Heat Press
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Apply flawless iron-on designs in minutes with our 9″ x 9″ Cricut Easypress 2! Required butcher paper and heat transfer vinyl products are not included. Learn how to use Cricut heat press machines on the manufacturer’s website.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Cricut Joy
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Cricut Joys have all the paper, vinyl, and iron-on cutting power as our full-sized Cricuts jam-packed into a tiny 8″ x 4″ x 4″ tote bag, perfect for paper crafting on-the-go! Watch a step-by-step Cricut Joy walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Cricut Mug Press
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Apply flawless infusible ink designs in minutes with our Cricut Mug Press! Required Infusible Ink products are not included. Learn how to use Cricut heat press machines on the manufacturer’s website.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Crochet Hooks
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Crochet Hook sets come in a pouch of 14 stainless steel hooks so you can experiment with the perfect size for your project – just add your own yarn!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Engraver
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Engravers are super-simple machines that can etch anything from wood to metal! Just plug them into a standard wall outlet, then use them to label your bicycle or carve a design in a cutting board – the possibilities are endless.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Knitting Needles
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our aluminum Knitting Needle sets come in pouches of three pairs of common sizes – US 6, 7, & 8 or US 8, 9, & 10 – so you can experiment with the perfect size for your project!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Laser Cutter
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Our Laser Cutter can cut and engrave custom designs in wood, acrylic, and more! Choose your material and submit a laser cutting design for our ideaSPACE Team to cut for you for the cost of materials (usually 25¢ per square inch). Interested but aren’t sure how to get started? Watch a step-by-step video walkthrough of creating a laser cutting design!
Tool Library
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | COOLIDGE CORNER LIBRARY
Have big DIY dreams but a somewhat less-big Brookline apartment? Save your space and a trip to the hardware store with this collection of over 50 hand and power tools, including screwdriver sets, drills, saws, ladders, and a lot more exclusively at our Coolidge Corner location! All tools in this collection require the completion of a safety waiver on checkout. Need more details before you place a hold? View detailed technical specifications for all our tools.
Toybox 3D Printer
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Perfect for beginners, our Toybox 3D Printers can print projects up to 3.5 by 3.1 by 2.8 inches and come with 21′ of free PLA filament with each borrow. Watch a step-by-step 3D Printing walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team. Please note: the Toybox printers are controlled through a web browser or app and require an internet connection.
Have a bigger project in mind? Submit a 3D design and have our ideaSPACE Team print your design for you for the cost of the plastic used (25¢/gram).
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Fun & Games
Board Games
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Whether you’re looking for a family fun night or weekend of gaming with your friends, the Brookline Village Library has a collection of board and card games sure to please. We feature popular games for adults like Settlers of Catan and Ticket to Ride, as well as family classics like Sorry and Chutes & Ladders.
English Language Learning Kit
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Looking to practice your English but tired of textbooks? Our ELL Kits are for you! Each kit is packed with books, games, guides, and more all in an easy-to-carry canvas tote bag and come in six themes designed to help you develop your language skills while having fun at home and around Brookline and Boston:
- Boston and Brookline
- Get Cooking
- Get Reading
- Exploring Nature
- Family Reading
- Word Games
Hiking Packs
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Going camping? Take everything you need in one of the Library’s daypacks or multiday hiking packs on your next outdoor adventure!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Jigsaw Puzzles
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Rain in the forecast? Ranging in in size from 375 to 1000 pieces, our jigsaw puzzle collection is a perfect indoor activity for beginning and expert puzzlers alike!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Launchpad
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Launchpads are preloaded tablets with educational content for kids, full of games and videos covering topics from literacy to dinosaurs to cooking, and more. There is no download time and no WiFi connection needed!
Nintendo Switch
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE & COOLIDGE CORNER
Having a party or just want to give the Nintendo Switch at try before purchasing? Our Nintendo Switch consoles come with one dual-controller and one game. You can borrow even more games from our video game collection!
Osmo Kits
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Make children’s learning on the iPad fun and engaging with one of our Osmo Kits. All you need to get started is an iPad (not provided in kit). Whether your child is an artist, gamer, scientist, or genius, there’s an Osmo Kit for everyone!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Telescope
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
The Library’s Telescopes are simple but powerful machines for stargazing. Complete with instructions and a constellation guide, they’re a great way to spend an evening! Our telescopes are made available thanks to the Aldrich Astronomical Society’s Adopt-A-Library Telescope program.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Tents
2-WEEK LOAN | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Going on a trip or just want to practice your survival skills in your backyard? Our four-person tents are perfect for your next outdoor adventure – big or small!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Ukulele
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Want to try a new instrument or teach a friend a few tunes? Take the Library’s ukulele for a spin! Don’t forget to order some ukulele instruction books to go along with the instrument.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Video Games
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Trying to cut down on media clutter in your house, or want to try out a new video game before buying it? We have games for children, teens, and adults, and we feature games on a variety of consoles: Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo Wii U, and Nintendo Switch.
Unlike most of our Library of Things items, video games can be sent between Library locations via delivery! Limit 2 games per library card.
Yard Games
2-WEEK LOAN | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Planning a BBQ or just want to hang out on the Library’s front lawn? Grab one of our large-scale outdoor game sets, including Giant Jenga, and Horseshoes!
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Home & Kitchen
Air Quality Monitor
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Interested in knowing more about the indoor air quality and ventilation in your home? Check out one of our Aranet4 CO2 sensors that also measures temperature, relative humidity and atmospheric pressure. Check out how to use our CO2 monitors along with some recommended reading on indoor air quality. Generously sponsored by a grant from the Network of the National Library of Medicine.
Cake Pans
2-WEEK LOAN | BROOKLINE VILLAGE & COOLIDGE CORNER
Do you have a party coming up that begs for a Darth Vader cake? We offer over 50 novelty pans that may be checked out from the Library (just bring it back clean).
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Induction Cooking Kit
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Try out an environmentally-friendly way to cook with our induction cooking kits! Each cooking kit includes an induction plate, a frying pan, a pot with a lid, and a set of instructions.
Our induction cooking kits are thanks to the generosity of Mothers Out Front of Brookline.
Kill-A-Watt Energy Meter
4-WEEK LOAN | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Kill-A-Watt energy meters provide information about the electrical consumption of small to medium electrical devices in your home to help you discover the hidden or ‘phantom’ loads that are surprisingly common even when electrical devices are turned off.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Sewing Machine
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Whether you’re brand new to sewing or an expert quilter, our Sewing Machines have all the features you need for your next project, including 60 stitches, 3 needle sizes, and 9 presser feet. Watch a step-by-step Sewing Machine walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Tool Library
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | COOLIDGE CORNER LIBRARY
Have big DIY dreams but a somewhat less-big Brookline apartment? Save your space and a trip to the hardware store with this collection of over 50 hand and power tools, including screwdriver sets, drills, saws, ladders, and a lot more exclusively at our Coolidge Corner location! All tools in this collection require the completion of a safety waiver on checkout. Need more details before you place a hold? View detailed technical specifications for all our tools.
All Library of Things
Air Quality Monitor
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Interested in knowing more about the indoor air quality and ventilation in your home? Check out one of our Aranet4 CO2 sensors that also measures temperature, relative humidity and atmospheric pressure. Check out how to use our CO2 monitors along with some recommended reading on indoor air quality. Generously sponsored by a grant from the Network of the National Library of Medicine.
Board Games
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Whether you’re looking for a family fun night or weekend of gaming with your friends, the Brookline Village Library has a collection of board and card games sure to please. We feature popular games for adults like Settlers of Catan and Ticket to Ride, as well as family classics like Sorry and Chutes & Ladders.
Button Maker
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Got something to say? Say it with a button! Our Button Makers can create 1.5″ buttons out of any printer weight paper. We just charge 25¢ per button to cover the cost of supplies, which must be paid in cash. Watch a step-by-step button making walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Cake Pans
2-WEEK LOAN | BROOKLINE VILLAGE & COOLIDGE CORNER
Do you have a party coming up that begs for a Darth Vader cake? We offer over 50 novelty pans that may be checked out from the Library (just bring it back clean).
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Chromebook
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
A Chromebook is a simple laptop. The Library’s Chromebooks can be used to access the internet and use Google-based office software, similar to the rest of the Library’s computers. The Library has Chromebooks available for both in-Library use and 2-week borrowing! External mice are included with all our circulating Chromebooks.
Cricut Explore
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | COOLIDGE CORNER & PUTTERHAM
If you gave a robot an Xacto knife, you’d have a Cricut! Our Cricut Explore Machines connect to your smartphone or computer in minutes and can cut paper, vinyl, iron-on, and more into any design you can dream up. Watch a step-by-step Cricut Explore walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Cricut Explore 3
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
The updated Cricut Explore can cut not only paper and vinyl, but also fabric, leather, and wood, plus use a variety of extra tools available to borrow as part of our Cricut Specialty Kit. Watch a step-by-step Cricut walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Cricut Heat Press
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Apply flawless iron-on designs in minutes with our 9″ x 9″ Cricut Easypress 2! Required butcher paper and heat transfer vinyl products are not included. Learn how to use Cricut heat press machines on the manufacturer’s website.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Cricut Joy
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Cricut Joys have all the paper, vinyl, and iron-on cutting power as our full-sized Cricuts jam-packed into a tiny 8″ x 4″ x 4″ tote bag, perfect for paper crafting on-the-go! Watch a step-by-step Cricut Joy walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Cricut Mug Press
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Apply flawless infusible ink designs in minutes with our Cricut Mug Press! Required Infusible Ink products are not included. Learn how to use Cricut heat press machines on the manufacturer’s website.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Crochet Hooks
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Crochet Hook sets come in a pouch of 14 stainless steel hooks so you can experiment with the perfect size for your project – just add your own yarn!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Digital Projector
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Our Digital Projectors connect to your USB drive, phone, computer, or DVD player and turn any blank surface into a theater! Plus, they have built-in speakers and up to 3 hours of battery life, so you can take the show anywhere – just provide your own HDMI-compatible device.
English Language Learning Kit
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Looking to practice your English but tired of textbooks? Our ELL Kits are for you! Each kit is packed with books, games, guides, and more all in an easy-to-carry canvas tote bag and come in six themes designed to help you develop your language skills while having fun at home and around Brookline and Boston:
- Boston and Brookline
- Get Cooking
- Get Reading
- Exploring Nature
- Family Reading
- Word Games
Engraver
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Engravers are super-simple machines that can etch anything from wood to metal! Just plug them into a standard wall outlet, then use them to label your bicycle or carve a design in a cutting board – the possibilities are endless.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Graphics Tablet
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our graphics tablets let you replace your mouse with a high-precision stylus and drawing pad to make digital illustration a breeze! Watch a step-by-step Graphics Tablet walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Hiking Packs
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Going camping? Take everything you need in one of the Library’s daypacks or multiday hiking packs on your next outdoor adventure!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Induction Cooking Kit
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Try out an environmentally-friendly way to cook with our induction cooking kits! Each cooking kit includes an induction plate, a frying pan, a pot with a lid, and a set of instructions.
Our induction cooking kits are thanks to the generosity of Mothers Out Front of Brookline.
iPad
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our iPads com equipped with assistive technology apps developed for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, and/or visual or hearing impairments. They also include apps for literacy development and healthcare, as well as games, education, and library resources for all audiences. View a full list of the apps on our iPads.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Jigsaw Puzzles
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Rain in the forecast? Ranging in in size from 375 to 1000 pieces, our jigsaw puzzle collection is a perfect indoor activity for beginning and expert puzzlers alike!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Kill-A-Watt Energy Meter
4-WEEK LOAN | ALL LIBRARIES
Our Kill-A-Watt energy meters provide information about the electrical consumption of small to medium electrical devices in your home to help you discover the hidden or ‘phantom’ loads that are surprisingly common even when electrical devices are turned off.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Knitting Needles
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Our aluminum Knitting Needle sets come in pouches of three pairs of common sizes – US 6, 7, & 8 or US 8, 9, & 10 – so you can experiment with the perfect size for your project!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Laser Cutter
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Our Laser Cutter can cut and engrave custom designs in wood, acrylic, and more! Choose your material and submit a laser cutting design for our ideaSPACE Team to cut for you for the cost of materials (usually 25¢ per square inch). Interested but aren’t sure how to get started? Watch a step-by-step video walkthrough of creating a laser cutting design!
Launchpad
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Launchpads are preloaded tablets with educational content for kids, full of games and videos covering topics from literacy to dinosaurs to cooking, and more. There is no download time and no WiFi connection needed!
Memory Lab
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Our Memory Lab is a dedicated computer at the Brookline Village Library equipped with the tools you need to convert your home audio and video into new formats, including cassette tapes, 8mm and Super 8 film, floppy disks, negatives, photos, slides, VHS tapes, and vinyl records. Just give us a call or chat with us to reserve the station for a three-hour time slot any time during our open hours. Want to get a feel for the tools available before you arrive? No problem! View our full Memory Lab Technical Specifications for make and model information and user manuals.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Nintendo Switch
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE & COOLIDGE CORNER
Having a party or just want to give the Nintendo Switch at try before purchasing? Our Nintendo Switch consoles come with one dual-controller and one game. You can borrow even more games from our video game collection!
Osmo Kits
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Make children’s learning on the iPad fun and engaging with one of our Osmo Kits. All you need to get started is an iPad (not provided in kit). Whether your child is an artist, gamer, scientist, or genius, there’s an Osmo Kit for everyone!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Record Player
IN-LIBRARY USE ONLY, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Everything old is new again with our record player collection. We have a Record Player available for in-Library use! We also have headphones and records available for check out. Our reference staff will be happy to teach you how to use the players so you can discover the joy of vinyl.
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!
Roku Premiere
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Get instant access to hundreds of the Library’s movies and television shows. We have Roku Premiere media streaming devices available to borrow! All you need to use one is a television (with HDMI support) and an internet connection. Need help understanding how you can use Roku in your home? Our reference staff would be happy to lend a hand. Just give us a call at 617-730-2370×3 to place a hold.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Sewing Machine
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Whether you’re brand new to sewing or an expert quilter, our Sewing Machines have all the features you need for your next project, including 60 stitches, 3 needle sizes, and 9 presser feet. Watch a step-by-step Sewing Machine walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Telescope
4-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
The Library’s Telescopes are simple but powerful machines for stargazing. Complete with instructions and a constellation guide, they’re a great way to spend an evening! Our telescopes are made available thanks to the Aldrich Astronomical Society’s Adopt-A-Library Telescope program.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Tents
2-WEEK LOAN | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Going on a trip or just want to practice your survival skills in your backyard? Our four-person tents are perfect for your next outdoor adventure – big or small!
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Tool Library
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | COOLIDGE CORNER LIBRARY
Have big DIY dreams but a somewhat less-big Brookline apartment? Save your space and a trip to the hardware store with this collection of over 50 hand and power tools, including screwdriver sets, drills, saws, ladders, and a lot more exclusively at our Coolidge Corner location! All tools in this collection require the completion of a safety waiver on checkout. Need more details before you place a hold? View detailed technical specifications for all our tools.
Toybox 3D Printer
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Perfect for beginners, our Toybox 3D Printers can print projects up to 3.5 by 3.1 by 2.8 inches and come with 21′ of free PLA filament with each borrow. Watch a step-by-step 3D Printing walkthrough with a member of our ideaSPACE Team. Please note: the Toybox printers are controlled through a web browser or app and require an internet connection.
Have a bigger project in mind? Submit a 3D design and have our ideaSPACE Team print your design for you for the cost of the plastic used (25¢/gram).
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Ukulele
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Want to try a new instrument or teach a friend a few tunes? Take the Library’s ukulele for a spin! Don’t forget to order some ukulele instruction books to go along with the instrument.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
Video Games
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Trying to cut down on media clutter in your house, or want to try out a new video game before buying it? We have games for children, teens, and adults, and we feature games on a variety of consoles: Xbox One, Xbox 360, PlayStation 4, Playstation 3, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo Wii U, and Nintendo Switch.
Unlike most of our Library of Things items, video games can be sent between Library locations via delivery! Limit 2 games per library card.
Voice Recorder
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
Recording lectures or interviewing your relatives for a family history project, our voice recorders offer ultra-portable, all-in-one audio recording, playback, and USB connection for transferring your files.
Ready to borrow? Reserve this item by phone at 617-730-2370x3.
WiFi Hotspot
2-WEEK LOAN, RENEWABLE | ALL LIBRARIES
WiFi Hotspots let you connect to the internet anywhere there’s a cell tower signal! They’re great for car trips or temporary internet needs.
Please Note: To help ensure access to this resource, placing holds for a hotspot at multiple Library locations or while you are currently borrowing a hotspot is prohibited. Additionally, a recently returned hotspot may not be checked out to the same library account for at least 24 hours.
Yard Games
2-WEEK LOAN | BROOKLINE VILLAGE LIBRARY
Planning a BBQ or just want to hang out on the Library’s front lawn? Grab one of our large-scale outdoor game sets, including Giant Jenga, and Horseshoes!
Ready to borrow? This item is browse-only - visit the Library to see what we have on hand!