Bike Resources - free bikes, bike parts, and air
Kitchen and Household - free food for those in need, cookbooks and kitchen utensils/appliances, clothing
Music and Audio Visual Equipment - music, audio, and recording equipment for check out
Recreation - sporting equipment, games, and outdoor adventures equipment for check out or rent, as well as media access
Tools - garden, home maintenance, mobility aides, and technology equipment for check out
Youth Entertainment - supplies for storytelling, props that aid in youth education for check out, toys
Terms Key:
Free: yours to keep
Check out or borrow: expectation of return in good condition - many things from IU or MCPL have a fine, if damaged upon return
Rental: expectation of return with a use fee
Buy: yours to keep with a fee
The Monroe County Public Library: Library of Things is a great resource. They have a lot of items available there, all of which can be placed on hold to pick up at the Downtown Library, Ellettsville Branch, Southwest Branch, or Bookmobile. Some of these things are not displayed in this guide due to the fact that they are miscellaneous, but may still be of value to you!
Mother Hubbard's Cupboard's Tool Share Program also has a wide variety of items, all available for check out. Browse their cooking supplies, including appliances and cook books, as well as their gardening and home repair tools.
The IU Wells Library Makerspace also has a plethora of items available for check out to IU students. This equipment reservation link also features a dropdown to allow you to explore the Music Library Equipment and the Education Library WORKshop Storytelling Tools as well.