The Library of Things is Winchester Public Library’s collection of non-traditional materials. Ever want to try out a ukulele? Curious about an Instant Pot? Have you been wanting to throw that karaoke birthday party but you’re not quite sure if you’re ready to invest in a karaoke machine of your own? Need a beach umbrella?
Look no further! You can borrow all that and more.
● Library of Things items can be checked out for three weeks and can be renewed twice.
● Anyone with a Minuteman Library card in good standing can check out Library of Things items, but LoT items must be picked up and returned inside the Winchester Public Library at the Circulation desk.
● Only Winchester residents are allowed to reserve items from the Library of Things. Other patrons may borrow items if they’re available, but must do so in person. We do not send Library of Things items to other libraries in or out of the Minuteman Library Network.
● Full replacement costs will be charged for items and accessories that are not returned or are damaged.
Library of Things
Create unique mugs with this neat press. Mugs and infusible ink decals not included.
Crochet Kit
Explore crochet with this kit containing hooks, yarn, needles, stitch markers, and holders.
Interchangeable Knitting Needles
13 sets of interchangeable needles and 6 cables for your knitting projects.
Quilling Kit
Quilling is an art form that involves using strips of colored paper to create objects. Practice your quilling with our beginner's kit.
Round Knitting Loom Kit
Pom Pom makers and 3 sizes of looms for hats, scarves, and more.
Yarn Winder and Swift
Organize your yarn skeins with a yarn winder and swift.
11-in-1 Air Quality Monitor that tracks CO2, VOC, AQI, PM2.5, temp, & humidity.
Canning Kit
A kit to help get you started with your food preservation interests, complete with user guide.
FLIR Spot Thermal Camera
Helps detect energy leaks at ductwork & vents, missing insulation, and roof leaks.
Instant Pot Kit
Electric Multi Cooker that functions as a pressure cooker, rice cooker, slow cooker, yogurt maker, steamer, sauté pan and food warmer.
KAIWEETS Digital Multimeter
The Digital Multimeter is designed to be safe and accurate, and suitable for electrician test, household use, automotive, industrial electrical problems.
Karaoke Machine
Sound system with microphone that plays pre-recorded music you can sing along to.
Kill A Watt Meter
Connect it to household appliances to assess their energy efficiency.
Laser Level Kit
Great for straightening and hanging tasks at home.
LCD Moisture Meter
Measure the percentage of water in any given material..
Light Therapy Lamp
Designed to deliver a therapeutic dose of UV-free light.
Magnifier
A slim, portable magnifier great for reading labels and fine print.
Party in a Box
Add to your party with a bluetooth speaker and party lights.
Record Player
This Bluetooth turntable has 33-1/3, 45, and 78 RPM settings, suitable for use with various sizes of vinyl records including 7-inch, 10-inch, and 12-inch.
Ukulele
Ukulele with digital tuner, neck strap, and pick in semisoft gig bag.
Walabot Advanced Wall Scanner
This advanced wall scanner is more than a stud-finder it will let you see up to 4 inches into walls.
Wall Scanner Kit
Use to detect studs and metal in walls while avoiding electrical hazards.
A comfortable space for family and friends on the beach. Fits 3 people.
Beach Umbrella
Provides UVA and UVB protection.
Bicycle Lock
Basic key lock to secure your bicycle.
Binoculars Kit
Great for sports, birdwatching, and other outdoor events.
Backyard Bocce Set
Compete in this classic lawn game. Bocce ball game set with balls, distance marker, and instructions.
Horseshoes Set
Compete in this classic lawn game.
Kubb (Lawn Game)
Compete in this classic lawn game.
Metal Detector
Search for metal on outdoor excursions.
Trekking Poles
Aluminum telescope adjustable trekking poles to give you more stability when tackling tricky terrain.
Access files on an SD or other memory cards & easily transfer music, photos, and videos.
Cassette to Digital Converter
Give new life to your old cassette collection by converting them to digital files.
CD Player with Speakers
Want to check out our collection of music CDs or audiobooks on CD, but need a player? No problem! We've got you covered.
Chromebook / Hotspot Kit
Work & study on the go with this laptop and hotspot combo.
Digital Film / Slide Scanner
Convert slides & negatives into digital images.
DVD and Blu-ray Player
Interested in our collection of DVDs and Blu-rays but don't have your own player? Check ours out!
Portable DVD Player with Screen
Portable DVD player with screen (15"), no TV necessary. Does not support Blu-rays.
Green Screen
Need a green screen in a pinch? We got you.
Hotspot
Perfect for US travel. Allows up to 5 devices to be connected.
Maltron Right-Handed Keyboard
Test out a one-handed keyboard. Comes with USB Connector.
Meeting OWL Pro
360 camera, mic, and speaker that work with all popular video conferencing platforms.
Nintendo Switch
Gaming console you can play at home or on the go. Check out our collection of Switch games too!
Nintendo Switch Lite
Gaming console designed specifically for handheld play. Check out our collection of Switch games here!
Philips Picopix Projector
Share presentations or movies with a small group.
Photo Studio Light Box
Elevate your photography with this photo light box with versatile lighting and adjustable color temperatures.
Portable 4K Projector
Enjoy movies with your family with this portable projector. Connects with WiFi, Bluetooth, or HDMI cable.
Radon Detector
A simple way to stay safe from Radon gas with the first battery-operated, digital radon detector. Monitor your home without the need for an outlet
Ring Light & Tripod Kit
Tripod with the ring light to brighten up your photos and videos.
Roku 3
Streams movies, TV shows, music, and other entertainment to your TV via the Internet.
Snowball Ice Microphone
Provides high quality sound for streaming and recording.
VHS Converter Kit
Convert old VHS tapes into digital files. Requires a VHS player.