Library of Things

Reliable, long-range communication made simple. These compact walkie-talkies feature 16 channels, hands-free VOX, durable rechargeable batteries, and a rugged, rain-resistant design—perfect for work, events, or outdoor use. Includes 4 radios with accessories.

Monitor and manage your energy use with ease. This Watt Power Meter tracks real-time power, energy consumption, and cost, features overload protection, and saves your data even when unplugged. The large LCD display makes it simple to spot high-energy appliances and start saving money.

This easy-to-use stud finder features a bright LCD display, audio alerts, and multiple scan modes to accurately detect studs, metal, pipes, and live AC wires behind walls.

This easy-to-use laser level projects precise horizontal and vertical lines up to 30 feet, with built-in bubble vials and an adjustable angle dial for accurate layout and alignment.

Take control of your indoor air quality with this digital radon detector. Battery-operated for flexible placement, it delivers quick on-screen results, long-term monitoring, and easy radon reports to help you track changes and improvements.

Hang it right the first time! This all-in-one picture hanging tool lets you mark, level, and place frames with precision—no guesswork required.

Enjoy classic audio with modern convenience using this Portable CD Player. Designed for both home and car use, it includes a portable CD player, earbuds, an aux cable for external audio connections, and an AC USB power cable for flexible powering options. A great solution for anyone who still loves their CD collection.

Get ready to serve up some fun with this Pickleball Set—perfect for beginners and casual players alike! This all-in-one kit includes two rackets, four pickleballs, four court tapes for easy setup, a convenient carry bag, and a paddle cleaner to keep your gear in top shape. Everything you need to jump into a game, whether you’re playing indoors, outdoors, or on the go.

Ready to investigate the unexplained? This Ghost Hunting Kit equips you with essential tools used by paranormal investigators, including an EMF meter, EVP recorder, dowsing rods, and LED cat balls for detecting unusual activity. The included guidebook by Melissa Martin Ellis offers clear, practical guidance on ghost-hunting techniques, equipment use, and analyzing eerie phenomena such as electronic voice phenomena and sudden cold spots.

See the World in New Color
These special lenses help many people with red-green color blindness (about 80%) experience brighter, richer, and more vibrant colors, whether in nature, at events, or just out and about.

Looking to try something new? Discover the power of rhythm with our Djembe drum, now available for checkout! This West African hand drum is perfect for beginners and experienced drummers alike—whether you're exploring world music, adding rhythm to a classroom, or just drumming for fun. Borrow the beat and bring the rhythm home!

Equipped with the most advanced chip and enhanced automatic balance technology, this metal detector can detect depths up to 10 inches underground. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced metal detectorist, this detector is an essential choice for your summer adventures.

Ideal for beginners, enthusiasts and children, this identification kit is designed for capturing, examining and identifying the insect before releasing it. Included: backpack, pocket microscope, five butterfly fishing nets, reptile feeding tongs, bug tweezers, bug catching tool with magnifier, and two bug books.

This tripod is designed for most film and digital cameras as well as camcorders. It features a quick-release plate that makes it a breeze to switch to handheld shooting and a professional grip for fluid 3-way panning and tilt, allowing you to capture images from any angle. A carrying case is included.

This continuous lighting kit includes four 79 inch light stands, two single light holders, four 45W CFL daylight bulbs, two 33 inch umbrellas, and two 24x24 inch softboxes.

Take photos or shoot videos in front of the green screen and then use a computer program to edit the backgrounds with whatever art, images, or videos you want behind your subject to make professional-grade photos and videos. Included in this set are three 10x20 foot backdrops (green, black & white), one 8.5x10 foot background stand support system and six backdrop clamps.

This uniquely designed screen lifts up and out of its sleek aluminum case and is ready to use in seconds. Lightweight and self-standing so it goes anywhere. Perfect for traveling or business presentations. Measures 48" x 64".  (NOTE: This item is advertised as free-standing, but it works better if it’s propped up against something.)

Ready to learn a new instrument? Check out one of our ukuleles! 

Enjoy the outdoors and learn the basics of bird identification. This kit contains a maxtop fanny pack, binoculars with a cleaning cloth and strap, Instructions on Occer binoculars, and Iowa Birds folding pocket guide. 

Create perfect studio portraits and more with our ring light kit. This kit contains a tripod stand, orange filter set, white filter set, ring light head, remote control, flexible gooseneck, ball head adapter, smartphone holder, power adapter, power cable, and instruction manual housed in a black tote bag.

Capture high-quality, professional shots of small products such as makeup, food, jewelry, and electronic devices with the Amazon Basics portable photo studio box.

Loved by jewelry, craft, and lapidary hobbyists, rock tumbling is also popular with people who want to discover the hidden beauty of rocks and minerals. Tumble your rocks until they are polished smooth with the library's rock tumbler. Only available for checkout.

Dig out those old shoeboxes filled with slides and negatives and get ready to see your old family photos again! With this photo digital converter, you’ll be able to convert 35mm film and photographs to digital files to share your memories with family and friends. Also available for checkout.