What is a Library of Things?

A Library of Things, otherwise known as a “LOTs” supports the "sharing economy" and sustainability efforts. Patrons sharing items means less waste in landfills and more money in your pocket. We welcome patrons to borrow items from our household appliance and electronics library of things. Many typical household items and electronics are only needed once for a single DIY project. Rather than making an investment in a gadget you won’t need repeatedly, visit the Franklin Lakes Public Library of Things to access infrequently used items or to test a product before purchase. Contact us with any questions or to learn more about this and other amazing services your local library provides.

For more information, please contact Ken Lew, 201-891-2224

Visit the Library of Things to access infrequently used items or to test a product before purchase.

Card Games, Board Games, and entertainments

Need a new game to play or looking for an old favorite? Check here for an entertaining time!

Hotspots and Launchpads and Tonies

The Library of Things offers access to Internet hotspots. It also offers Launchpads and Tonies sets for kids to use at home.

 

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Library of Things FAQ

  • All Franklin Lakes cardholders are eligible to borrow items from the Library of Things collection. Patrons must fill out a Library of Things agreement form at the Reference Desk. Anyone 18 or older can borrow LOTs items. A parent or guardian must sign an agreement form for cardholders under the age of 18.


    Click here to download and print the borrowing agreement.

  • The LOTs is located on the second floor of the library. “Things” are checked out and returned at the Adult Reference Desk on the second floor.

  • “Things” are lent out for 14 days. All “things” are first come first serve. There are no holds, requests, or renewals. There is a limit of two (2) “things” per cardholder.

    Items in the Library of Things are EXEMPT from the Library’s fine-free policy.The overdue fine is $.10 per day to a maximum of $5.00.

  • Library of Things materials that are lost, damaged, or unusable due to missing parts can only be replaced by borrower’s payment of the full replacement cost. The Library cannot accept replacements in lieu of payment.