Library of Things

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* The grant that has supported the Hotspot service is ending, and hotspots will no longer be available after December 2024.

Why buy when you can borrow? Borrow useful things for your home, projects and adventures with this collection of items all available with your library card!

  • To reserve items from the Library of Things, please call Customer Service 801.943.4636 or stop by your local branch and talk with a librarian
  • 7-day checkout period (Chromebooks, Hotspots, Pasta Kits, Happylight Therapy Lamps, and Blood Pressure Monitors 21 days)
  • Materials need to be returned to the library by the close of business on the day they are due. After that, late fees will be assessed every day of the week (Monday-Sunday), until the item is returned
  • Limit of 5 items per card
  • Only adults with a library account in good standing may checkout these items
  • All items listed are renewable—subject to hold lists
  • Items must be checked out and returned at the same branch
  • Items can be placed on hold at any County Library location
  • Library of Things Fines and Replacement Fees
Blood Pressure Monitor

Blood Pressure Monitors

The County Library is lending a limited number of Blood Pressure Monitors in order to improve health outcomes in our communities.

In partnership with the SLCO Health department

chromebooks

Chromebooks

If you have WiFi, you can use a Chromebook to easily access the web, use Gmail and YouTube, or create documents and spreadsheets using Google Docs.

pasta maker create kit

Create Kits: Pasta Makers

The County Library is lending a limited number of Pasta Kits.

By partnering with PBS Utah, the Library System is able to provide Pasta Kits to patrons.

GoPro 11

GoPro Cameras

Rugged, compact, and easy to use, GoPros provide amazing images and videos.

HappyLight Therapy Lamp

HappyLight Therapy Lamps

According to the Health Department, 4 out of the top 10 health concerns for the community have to do with mental health. Checkout and test a HappyLight Therapy Lamp to treat Seasonal Affective Disorder before purchasing your own.

Hotspot

Hotspots

Portable hotspots provide free, unlimited high-speed internet access from almost anywhere when using a WiFi-enabled device such as a phone, tablet, or laptop.

Kids Nature Kits

Kids Nature Kits

These kits contain everything kids need to explore the great outdoors in their own backyards and beyond.

Playaway Launchpad

Launchpad Tablets

Durable, portable tablets that have pre-installed apps that support early literacy, with no access to the internet.

Funds for this project were provided by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) through the Library Services and Technology Act and were administered by the Utah State Library Division.

Preserve the Memory Equipment

Preserve the Memory Equipment

Transfer old memory media to new media. The County Library provides the equipment/device, while you supply your own memory device(s) to transfer and save data.

Storytime To Go Kits

Storytime To Go Kits

Provides families with fun books and materials to create their own awesome storytimes at home! Kits include three books, activity sheets, and one or two toys.

Orion StarBlast Telescope

Telescopes

The County Library’s telescope lending program is made possible through a partnership with the Salt Lake Astronomical Society. Follow the safety rules and don’t look at the sun! Enjoy this STEM experience.