Indiana University's Library of Things

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.