Library of Things
Libraries loaning “stuff” isn’t a new concept. Framed paintings were available for checkout at the Newark (N.J.) Public Library back in 1904. Lincolnwood’s Library of Things doesn’t have framed pictures, but you can take photos and videos with a GoPro, binge watch a favorite Netflix or Disney+ show using a Roku, or ditch the Ethernet cables with a WiFi hotspot and more.
We hope you enjoy the Library of Things and we hope you’ll share with us on social media using the hashtag #LincolnwoodCreates.
Borrowing Guidelines
- Items can be checked out by Lincolnwood residents.
- Items within the Library of Things have various age restrictions. See the details about Library of Things items below or contact us if you have any questions.
- Each item checks out for 2 weeks and can be renewed once if no one else has placed a hold on the item.
- Patrons can place holds on Library of Things Items via our online catalog or by contacting the Adult Services Department at 224-233-1841.
- If you keep an item past its due date, you will be charged $1 per day until you return the item.
- Each item has replacement costs if lost or damaged.
- All Library of Things items must be picked up and returned to the Ask Us Desk for Adult Services staff to process.
- Do not place Library of Things items in the parking lot or lobby drop box. Do not return these items to the Checkout desk.
This Blue Yeti professional multi-pattern USB mic lets you record audio using stereo, cardioid, omnidirectional, and bidirectional patterns, offering you recording possibilities that usually require multiple microphones.
This boombox includes AM/FM radio, cassette, CD, and MP3 disc playback along with auxiliary jack input. It is AC or battery powered; batteries not included.
The Canon Rebel T7 is a digital single reflective lens camera (DSLR). This camera bundle offers the essential tools you need to improve your photography skills.
CD/DVD Drives connect to any computer with a USB-A plug and read and write discs so you can make, share, and receive, view, and edit copies of digital files.
This HP Chromebook turns on quickly and goes directly to the Chrome web browser to display web content without requiring signing in to anything but a Wi-Fi network.
A Wi-Fi hotspot allows you to wirelessly connect smartphones, tablet computers, laptop computers like the included Google Chromecast computer, and similar devices to the Internet anywhere.
Learn about being a US citizen and about United States civics with this kit of related resources in English and Spanish.
These Civics Flash Cards include official questions and answers to practice for the U.S. citizenship test.
The LC350 digital projector lets you beam content onto surfaces like walls or projection screens. Content is supplied by other devices connected to the projector via cables.
Early Literacy Kits are a collection of thematic books, movies, toys, and games for young kids all bundled together in a clear backpack.
Stream online video, music, photos and more to your TV using your smartphone, tablet, or laptop. Works with Android, iOS, Chrome for Mac, and Chrome for Windows devices as the Chromecast controller.
Produce photos or videos with backgrounds you can choose later with this green screen kit.
The Zoom H5 Handy Recorder allows you to create multitrack recordings with multiple inputs and a variety of accessories.
Easily store and access up to 2 terabytes of digital content on this Western Digital USB external hard drive.
9.7″ iPad for use while you're at the Library with apps like Kanopy, Hoopla, Creativebug, Flipster, Google apps, YouTube, iMovie, GarageBand, Photoshop Express, Zoom, and more.
The Kill A Watt meter plugs into a power outlet and then another device plugs into it, allowing you to see how much energy it uses to save money.
Touch screen tablet for watching free TV and movies, reading free ebooks, video conferencing and more.