Arapahoe Libraries: Library of Things
location_onEnglewood, Colorado
infoAbout Arapahoe Libraries: Library of Things
Arapahoe Libraries, the public library district based at 12855 East Adam Aircraft Circle in Englewood, Colorado, lends tools through its Library of Things. The library describes it as "a collection of fun and useful items available for checkout with an Arapahoe Libraries card." It is a public library collection: you borrow from it with a library card, the same way you borrow a book.
Borrowing
Place a hold on the items you want and pick them up at your favorite Arapahoe Libraries location. Items typically check out for three weeks and can be renewed like a normal library item if no one else has a hold. There is a replacement fee for items that are lost or broken.
What You Can Borrow
The catalog's Library of Things Tools list includes: Tool Kit With Drill/driver, Bicycle Repair Kit, Car Diagnostic Tool, Digital Tire Gauge, Retractable Extension Cord Reel, Thermal Imager and Radon Detector. Other Library of Things categories cover technology, sports and outdoor recreation, video games and assistive devices.
Membership
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhat tools does Arapahoe Libraries lend?
Its Tools list includes Tool Kit With Drill/driver, Bicycle Repair Kit, Car Diagnostic Tool, Digital Tire Gauge and Retractable Extension Cord Reel.
help_outlineWhere do I pick up an item?
Place a hold and pick it up at your favorite Arapahoe Libraries location.
help_outlineHow long is the loan?
Typically three weeks, renewable if no one else is waiting.
help_outlineWhat if I lose or break something?
There is a replacement fee for items that are lost or broken.
help_outlineWhat do I need to borrow?
An Arapahoe Libraries card.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Arapahoe Libraries: Library of Things doesn't lend — buy them once and finish the job. Every item below ships from Amazon.
Tool libraries lend the tools — but you bring your own PPE. These are the basics worth keeping on a shelf.
ANSI-Rated Safety Glasses
Anti-fog, scratch-resistant. The pair you'll actually wear.
Work Gloves (Cut-Resistant)
Level-5 cut resistance handles utility blades and rough lumber.
Ear Protection (NRR 28+)
Circular saws and routers exceed 100 dB. NRR 28+ is the safe floor.
N95 Dust Masks (10-pack)
Critical for sanding, sawing MDF, or drywall work.
Tool libraries don't lend the stuff that gets used up. Buy these once, finish your project.
Sandpaper Variety Pack
60 to 400 grit covers most rough-to-finish work.
Drill Bit Set (Titanium)
Goes through wood, plastic, and most metals. Lasts longer than HSS.
Utility Knife Blades (100-pack)
Standard-size, fit most retractable knives. Cheaper in bulk.
Wood Screws Variety Box
Mixed lengths and gauges — saves a hardware-store trip mid-project.
Cheap, used constantly, not worth a library trip. Build your own small kit with these.
25-ft Tape Measure
Magnetic hook, standout reach. The one tool you'll grab daily.
Combination Screwdriver Set
Magnetic tips. Phillips + flathead in the sizes you'll actually use.
Stud Finder (Magnetic + Electronic)
Multi-mode finders catch both magnetic fasteners and wood/metal studs.
9-in-1 Multi-Bit Driver
Replaces a kit of screwdrivers and nut drivers in one handle.
Books and plans that show you how to actually use the tools you're borrowing.
Reader's Digest Complete DIY Manual
Plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall — the household bible.
The Woodworker's Pocket Book
Joints, wood species, finishes — fits in a tool bag.
Black & Decker Wiring Guide
Code-current, illustrated, written for homeowners not electricians.
Pencil & Carpenter Marker Set
Mechanical carpenter pencils + deep-hole markers — endless small wins.
As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Recommendations are editorially independent — picks based on what tool-library users typically need alongside borrowed tools.
location_onContact & Location
dashboardFeatures & Categories
card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver Tool Library | Lending, Classes & Workshop | Denver, CO | 13 mi | star4.9 | One-time project checkout: $40/week; Individual: $150/year; Household: $200/year; Organizational: $600/year |
| J. Willard Marriott Library | Salt Lake City, UT | 379 mi | star4.6 | — |
| South Jordan Library | South Jordan, UT | 381 mi | star4.5 | Free |
| Hunter Library | West Valley City, UT | 386 mi | star4.6 | Free |
| Sioux Falls Tool Library | Sioux Falls, SD | 501 mi | star5.0 | 25 |
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