Borrowing Beyond Books

The Borrowing Beyond Books collection includes items to help our residents pursue hobbies and entertainment, conduct business, and try new technologies, all in the cause of lifelong learning.

The collection is available to Allendale resident cardholders in good standing who are age 18+. As a community-wide shared resource, borrowers are required to use these items responsibly and safely.

Items are available on a first come first served basis.

Please visit us at the circulation desk to check out an item.

Technology

  • Check Engine Light Reader

    Autophix OM126 code reader reads and erases error codes. The OBDII diagnostic scan tool works on 1996 and later OBDII compliant US, European, and Asian vehicles (12V voltage, 16 Pin connector). It supports all OBD II protocols: CAN, J1850 PWM, J1850 VPW, ISO9141 and KWP2000.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Chromebook

    Enjoy the view any way you choose with a convertible 14” screen, and do it all with Chrome. Features include an HD touchscreen, up to 12 hours of battery life, and a 360° geared hinge.

    Loan period: 14 days

  • Computer Microphone Speaker

    This speakerphone is ideal for one-to-one and small-group conference calls. It’s plug and play and easy to use with dedicated volume control and mute buttons, providing crystal-clear conversations during Skype, Zoom, Google Meets and other internet conference calls with far field microphone, noise reduction and echo cancellation. Supports Windows, Mac OS, Linux and Chrome.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Hotspot

    T10 is a powerful 4G LTE solution for home, small business, and more. Cellular connectivity means no-hassle Wi-Fi wherever there's coverage and allows "on-the-go" convenience wherever customers live, work, or travel. A great solution for portable, broadband internet service.

    Loan period: 14 days

  • Laminator

    Create professional, high quality, laminated documents. For use with thermal laminating pouches up to 9 inches wide, including legal, letter, photos, ID badges, and business cards. Two heat settings for pouches 3 to 5 mil thick. Premium design includes easy to use LED touch controls and a button that turns green when the machine is ready. Includes hidden built-in cord storage and foldable input tray.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Negative & Slide Scanner

    This versatile film-to-JPEG converter digitizes and optimizes a variety of films including 35mm, 126, 110, Super 8, and 8mm negatives. Simply scan and save your photos to your computer or a microSD card™ to preserve, edit, print, and share.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Photo & Document Scanner

    The Epson Perfection V600 Photo delivers outstanding quality scans from photos, film, slides, and everyday documents. With 6400x9600 dpi resolution, this high performance scanner ensures precision film scanning for sharp, vivid reproductions up to 17”x22”. Featuring DIGITAL ICE® for both film and prints, one-touch color restoration and ArcSoft PhotoStudio, this scanner provides a complete photo restoration solution.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Shredder

    Commercial micro-cut shredder designed for busy professionals.

    Shreds paper up to 16 sheets at 6.58' per minute.

    Measures 26"H x 16.34"W x 11.81"D

    V-Track innovative blade technology maximizes performance.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Video Capture from VCR

    Digitize video from a VCR, camcorder, and other analogue video sources for playback on your Mac, PC, and iPad. The software assistant guides you through every step, from connecting an analogue video device, to capturing video and choosing how you will watch and share it.

    VCR included.

    Loan period: 7 days

Hobbies & Crafts

  • Cricut

    Cricut Explore Air 2 cuts 100+ materials, including cardstock, vinyl, and iron-on to specialty materials like glitter paper, cork, and bonded fabric. With Cricut Explore Air 2, custom cards, T-shirts, home decor, and so much more are just a few clicks away. Use with the Design Space app for iOS®, Android™, Windows®, and Mac®.

    Includes 5-piece Basic Tool Set: spatula, weeder, scraper, scissors, and tweezers

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Kindle Paperwhite

    Kindle Paperwhite has an improved high-resolution 300 ppi display for crisp, laser quality text.

    No glare in bright sunlight.

    Unlike reflective tablet and smartphone screens, Kindle Paperwhite reads like paper.

    Read comfortably with one hand.

    Lighter than a paperback, comfortably hold Kindle Paperwhite in one hand for those times when you can’t put the book down.

    Loan period: 14 days

  • Monocular & Smartphone Mounting Device

    The generation 2 StarScope is a single-handed monocular telescope which is lighter and smaller than its predecessor. It has 10x zoom, 305ft/100yd field of view. The lens is multi-coated with a center focus.

    The StarScope Mount Kit has a universal camera clip mount that easily adjusts to hold smartphones from 2” (53mm) to 3” (75mm) wide. The multi-purpose phone scope mount works great as a camera spotting scope or telescope camera for long-distance photography.

    Loan period: 7 days

Entertainment

  • Amazon Fire TV Stick

    Preloaded with over 200 movies through the Fandango at Home app. Plus, stream for free with Pluto TV, IMDb TV, YouTube, and more.

    Fire TV Stick Lite delivers fast streaming in Full HD. The compact design plugs directly into an HDMI port and can tuck neatly behind your TV.

    Easily find, launch, and control content using Alexa with the included remote.

    Click here for a full list of movies.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Block Rocker Portable Speaker

    Take the fun with you wherever you go. Block Rocker Plus has everything you need to transform any get-together into a truly memorable occasion! With its powerful 8-inch 2-way speaker powered by a 100-watt dynamic amplifier, the sound is rich. Stream music wirelessly from any Bluetooth®-enabled device and manage your tune easily with play/pause, next/back track controls. The sensitive AM/FM radio with 15 presets is perfect for listening to your favorite station and its rechargeable battery lasts for 35 hours, so the good times keep going.

    Includes 1 wired microphone.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Blue Yeti Microphone

    Trusted by millions of creators and streamers, Blue Yeti is a best-selling USB microphone for YouTube, Twitch, podcasting and more. Whether you’re just getting started or looking to upgrade, Yeti delivers crystal-clear audio that’s light-years ahead of your built-in computer mic.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • DVD Player

    Watch your favorite movies in stunning high definition with this Sony DVPSR510H DVD player that features HD upconversion for a crystal-clear picture and Dolby Digital 5.1 and DTS decoders for a lush soundscape.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Indoor/Outdoor Projection Screen

    This 115” movie screen is designed for providing sharp and high-resolution images, enriched colors, and supreme watching experience from different viewing positions. It is quickly set up in a few minutes and perfect for both indoor and outdoor use.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Karaoke Machine

    Multi-function Karaoke Machine: Built-in Bluetooth 5.0 chip for wireless streaming ensures instant pairing and provides a more stable transmission and longer distance. This big speaker also supports a Micro TF card, Flash USB, and AUX-in connectivity. Compatible with the android mobile phone, TV, iPad, tablet, PC. There is a 6.35 microphone input on the operation panel, which also works for guitars. The unique groove design on the karaoke machine allows you to place your phone (not included).

    Includes 2 wireless microphones.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Portable Projector

    With Mars II Pro, your world just got a whole lot brighter. A radiant 500 ANSI lumen HD image, Android 7.1, and horizontal and vertical keystoning ensure Mars II Pro delivers a premier cinematic experience you can enjoy anywhere with those who matter most.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Tabletop Projection Screen

    The ES1000 ultraportable tabletop projection screen is the ultimate screen for mobile professionals. Whether you're walking across town, commuting by car or flying to your next destination, this lightweight, compact screen is the perfect traveling partner for on-the-go presentations. It conveniently accommodates up to a 50" (diagonal) image.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Telescope

    Complete 102mm refractor telescope for daytime viewing or nighttime stargazing

    Telescope, tripod, and all accessories pack conveniently into rugged carry case for travel anywhere

    Includes two high-quality Plossl eyepieces for 24x and 60x magnification!

    Sturdy stainless steel tripod with pan head is a cut above what normally comes standard with beginning-level telescopes

    Also includes Orion's MoonMap 260 to help you identify some 260 lunar surface features including craters, mountain ranges, "seas" and more!

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Victrola Portable Record Player

    The Victrola Journey+ Bluetooth Record Player combines classic design with loads of new features! Dual Bluetooth connectivity allows you to stream your favorite vinyl records to any external Bluetooth speaker, or stream music from a smart device through the built-in stereo speakers, so you can truly make your listening experience your own. The 3-speed turntable plays all 33 ⅓. 45, and 78 RPM records, or plug in your favorite pair of headphones. The Journey+ is equipped with an easy-carry handle, and its portable design means you can take your tunes on the go, for lasting music memories wherever you may be.

    Loan period: 7 days

Kids & Teens

  • 3Doodler Create+ (ages 14+)

    Whether you're a hobbyist, DIYer, designer, or professional artist, the Create+ offers a whole new way to create and fix. Extrude heated plastic that hardens almost instantly, so you can draw 3-D structures, freehand or on stencils.

    WARNING! Metal tip is HOT and can burn you. Recommended for adults and older teens only.

    Loan period: 14 days

  • 3Doodler Start+ (ages 6+)

    The ideal entry-point to 3D printing! Plastic extrudes and hardens rapidly allowing kids to literally create anything they can think of in 3D!

    Designed with no hot parts, completely safe for kids aged 6+. Pen nozzle and plastic can be touched with no burn risks. Uses only the safest 3Doodler Start plastic filaments.

    Loan period: 14 days

  • Laser Tag

    The Nerf Laser Ops Pro AlphaPoint blaster two-pack gives players everything they need to face off in head-to-head, live-action laser battles right out of the box. Each toy blaster fires a single-shot infrared burst up to 225 feet, complete with light and sound effects. The blasters have unlimited ammo and a quick-reload button to replenish supply. Select to face off in teams or in a free-for-all. Adjust for the environment with the indoor-outdoor switch. Battlers can amp up their play via the Nerf Laser Ops app by using the included arm band to wear a smartphone device (not included). On the app, they can access real-time battle intel that allows them to customize the blaster, track their performance, earn power-ups and use GPS to locate opponents during battle.

    Loan period: 3 days

  • Tonie Kits

    Thanks to the Friends of the Lee Memorial Library, we now have Tonieboxes and Tonie figures available for check out with your library card! Boxes and figures are available separately, so you can check out figure sets to be used with your existing Toniebox or check out figures and the Toniebox together.

    We have over 20 themed figure sets including Paw Patrol, Book Characters, Nick Jr., Sesame Street, Roald Dahl and more! Come by the library starting today to learn more and check these neat gadgets.

    Click here for a list of our kits.

    Loan period: 7 days

  • Toniebox Starter Set

    Meet the Toniebox - a new audio system designed for little listeners. Turn it on, pop a Tonie on top and let the audio adventure begin!

    The included Playtime Puppy Tonie features a select compilation of the most popular children's songs for playtime including Wheels on the Bus, If You're Happy and You Know It, Baby Shark and more! This set also includes a charging station to power your Toniebox battery (up to 7 hours of battery life) and an instruction manual.

    Loan period: 7 days