A Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional materials that patrons can check out with their library card! Our collection includes toys, hotspots, seeds, and many more. See our full collection below and get started!
Guidelines
- Library of Things are available to verified library cards in good standing.
- A damaged or incomplete item may result in a replacement fee.
- The cardholder is responsible for material checked out to their card.
- Items should be returned in the same condition upon checkout.
- Each item has its own loan period.
- Pick up and return items to the Service Desk.
- Items may have specific guidelines listed online or on the checkout tag.
Most items will following this general guideline:
- Library of Things are available to verified library cards in good standing.
- A damaged or incomplete item may result in a replacement fee.
- The cardholder is responsible for material checked out to their card.
- Items should be returned in the same condition upon checkout.
- Loan period is 21 days and may be renewed.
- Pick up and return items to the Service Desk.
Note that items may have specific guidelines listed online or on the checkout tag. Please view information on the tag prior to checkout.
Toy/Adaptive Toy Guidelines:
- Items should be returned in the same condition upon checkout.
- Clean carefully with mild soap and water if necessary. Contact your branch if you need additional guidance.
- Return all contents of items to the Service Desk.
Reserve an item by placing a hold online from our catalog or contacting a library for assistance. Visit a library to reserve your item at the Service Desk.
When your item is ready to pickup, visit the Service Desk with your library card.
Select the item in the online catalog to learn more from the description. If you'd like more information, please call your nearest branch.
Borrowing an item from Library of Things is free for Pasco Library card holders in good standings.
A replacement fee may be applicable for damaged or incomplete items. Please see our Circulation Policy.
Featured
Birdwatching Backpack
Learn and observe birds with this kit from the West Pasco Audubon Society! It includes multiple bird guides and a pair of adult and children binoculars.
Borrow a backpack with your library card and get started!
Electronics
Wi-Fi Hotspot
For Wi-Fi access on the go! PCLS Wi-Fi hotspots allow you to have portable internet access. Patrons can borrow a hotspot for 21 days with their library card upon checkout.
Playaway Launchpads
Launchpads are preloaded tablets with educational games and apps for all ages. Topics include STEM, vocabulary, English learning, and adult brain games. Checkout period is 1 week and is eligible for renewal.
Graphing Calculator
The TI-84 Plus CE offers all the math functionality you need with the accessories and software to support the modern classroom. Can be utilized on the PSAT®, SAT® and ACT®, as well as IB® Diploma Programme and AP® exams that allow or require a graphing calculator. Checkout period is 2 weeks. Manual/Guidebook
Video Games
That's right, you can borrow video games with your library card! Reserve and borrow various games for Playstation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and other consoles. Checkout period is 1 week and is eligible for renewal.
Other
Ukulele
Ukuleles come with a tuner in a soft carrying case. Check out with various library materials to learn how to to play!
Looms
For knitting and yarn crafts. Loom includes metal hook and plastic needle.
Available in Small, Medium, and Large.
Puzzles
Choose from various puzzles in our collection! Available in 500/1000 pieces.
Birdwatching Backpack
Learn and observe birds with this kit from the West Pasco Audubon Society! Includes guides, books, and adult/children binoculars.
Seed Library
Place an online order of seeds for pickup at your nearest branch or visit the Seed Library and Discovery Garden at New River.
Book Club Kits
Our collection of Book Club Kits contain up to 15 copies of a single title. Borrow for 8 weeks and choose from over 200 titles.
Discovery Pass