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What is The Library of Things?

  • Writer: Rachel
    Rachel
  • Dec 23, 2021
  • 2 min read

Updated: Apr 16


Telescope silhouetted against a starry sky with the Milky Way visible. Trees line the horizon, creating a serene and awe-inspiring scene.

The Library of Things takes DIY to the next level with a collection of items no one expects to find at the Library! Check out technology, instruments, yard games, tools, & so much more without the price tag!



A special thank you to the Illinois Prairie Community Foundation for grant funding to add new educational items to our Library of Things!



Amazon Echo Dot



Amazon Echo Dot with blue light ring. Text: "Amazon Echo Dot," "Add Amazon Alexa to any room." Vespasian Warner Public Library branding.


Add Amazon Alexa to any room! Kit includes: 1 smart speaker : plastic, metal ; 10 x 10 x 5 cm + 1 power cord + 1 guide (unpaged ; illustrated ; 9 cm).






Other Technology offered in the Library of Things




Laser Level & Stud Finder


Two red devices: a laser level and a stud finder. Text: "Laser Level & Stud Finder." Background icons and library branding included.

Project laser lines at any angel for hanging & measuring & locate unseen objects inside walls! Kit includes: 1 laser level and 1 stud finder + carrying case.





Other Tools offered in the Library of Things





Pickleball Set


Pickleball set with paddles, balls, and a Niupipo bag. Text reads "Pickleball Set." Logos of Vespasian Warner Public Library and "library of THINGS."

Pickleball is a fun sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, & ping-pong! Clinton even has a public Pickleball Court! Kit includes: 1 instruction card, 1 carrying case, 4 paddles, 2 balls.




Other Outdoor Activities in the Library of Things



Boomwhacker Music Tubes


Colorful Boomwhacker tubes and caps are shown. Text: Boomwhacker Music Tubes. Make music with color-coded percussion tubes.


Make music the fun & easy way with color-coded percussion tubes, tuned to musical pitches. Kit includes: 8 boomwhacker tubes, 8 octavator tube caps + 1 tote bag.





Come On In And Try Something New!!



Until Next Time Library Friends!


The Vespasian Warner Library is located at

310 N. Quincy St. in Clinton, IL 61727.

Contact us by phone, 217-935-5174,

or drop in and say hello!

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