Library of Things

Discover More Than Books

The Marysville Public Library is more than just books, we offer a unique Library of Things collection that gives you access to a variety of useful and fun items you might not expect from a library!

From household tools to entertainment, our Library of Things lets you borrow practical items for projects, hobbies, or trying something new, all for free with your library card.

What You Can Borrow

Our growing collection includes a wide range of items for adults, with more to come.
Here are some examples of what you can check out:

Kitchen Equipment

  • Big Top Cupcake Silicone Bakeware
  • Cake Pop Maker
  • Character Cake Pans
  • Cookie Cutters
  • Juiceman Juicer
  • Semi Sphere Silicone Molds

Outdoor Activities

  • Birding Kits
  • Fishing Kits
  • Magnet Fishing Kit
  • Outdoor Games (Bocce, BucketBall, Ladder Golf, Pickleball, Cornhole, Croquet, Spike Ball)

Tools

  • Pinless Moisture Meter
  • Radon Detector
  • Thermal Imager
  • Tool Kit (various hand tools)
  • Can Gun 1 (spray can adapter)
  • Electric 5-in-1 Multi-Tacker
  • Electric Paint Sprayer
  • Energy Meters
  • Hang It Perfect
  • Leaf Blower
  • Metal Detector

Other Items

  • Driver Test Parking Cones
  • Graphing Calculator
  • Light Therapy Lamps
  • Bike Locks (1-day loan)
  • LCD Projector
  • Overhead Projector
  • Phone Chargers (1-day loan)

How It Works

Borrowing from the Library of Things is easy!
Here’s what you need to know:

  • Loan Period: All items check out for 14 days.
  • Placing Holds: You can place holds through our regular online catalog, just like books and other materials.
  • Pick-Up: Items can be checked out at any of our circulation desks.
  • Returns: Items must be returned inside the library. Please do not place Library of Things items in the outdoor drop boxes.
  • Availability: Library of Things items are available for local holds only and cannot be sent through cargo.

Ready to Explore?

Check out our full Library of Things collection in the brochure and see what you can borrow today!

Have an Idea for the Library of Things?

Is there something you’d love to see in our Library of Things collection? We’re always looking for new and useful items to add.

Send your suggestions to: ask@marysvillelib.org

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