Library of Things

Have you ever needed a particular tool or piece of equipment for a special DIY project, but you didn't want to buy it because you knew you would likely need it only once?  

 

What about the time you spent hundreds of dollars on camping equipment only to use it twice before discovering that you aren't really into camping?  

 

Thanks to a grant from MassDEP to Stoughton Public Works, Stoughton Public Library can help you out.  Introducing our Library of Things.  The Library of Things is an entire collection of non-traditional materials that Stoughton residents can borrow with their Stoughton Public Library card, just as they would a book or movie.  From pickle ball sets (complete with net) to bicycle repair kits, you will be able to "try before you buy" or borrow and return a Thing whenever you need it.


Note: "Things" can only be borrowed by Stoughton residents with an OCLN library card in good standing.


Select a category of Things below to visit the availability and reservation page for that category. 

(Images are samples and do not represent all available items in any category.)

LAWN GAMES

[Click the link above for the Lawn Games reservations page.]

Picture of giant connect four game set.Image of Badminton Set with Net and RacketsSet of red and green bocce balls.

PORTABLE ELECTRONICS

[Click the link above for the Portable Electronics reservations page.]

Karaoke Machine White mini projector with scenes from movies and games in the background.  Portable Power Station

CAMPING GEAR

[Click the link above for the Camping Gear reservations page.]     

Coleman Camp Stove Camping Lanterns Camp Cookware Set

TOOLS & EQUIPMENT

[Click the link above for the Tools and Equipment reservations page.]     

   Jumper Cables Appliance DollyBasic Tool Kit with hammer, tape measure, wrenches, screw drivers, and more.