City of Globe Tool Lending Library
location_onGlobe, Arizona
infoAbout City of Globe Tool Lending Library
The City of Globe Tool Lending Library is a city-run tool lending program in Globe, Arizona, administered through the Globe Active Adult Center at 579 South Broad Street. In the city's own words: "The City of Globe is proud to have the 1st Tool Lending Library in the State of Arizona. It is a free community program where residents may check out tools to fix and beautify their homes & property."
Membership
Borrowing is free. The city says "All you need is a library card."
Borrowing
First-time borrowers need to bring in a current utility bill and complete a Waiver and Indemnification form. The waiver can be downloaded from the city's Tool Lending Library page.
Hours
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhere is the City of Globe Tool Lending Library?
It is administered through the Globe Active Adult Center, 579 S Broad St, Globe, AZ 85501.
help_outlineDoes it cost anything to borrow tools?
No. The city describes it as a free community program.
help_outlineWhat do I need to borrow a tool?
A library card. First-time borrowers also bring a current utility bill and complete a Waiver and Indemnification form.
help_outlineWho can use it?
The city says it is a program where residents may check out tools to fix and beautify their homes and property.
help_outlineWhat are the hours?
The city's tool library page does not list hours. Call the Globe Active Adult Center at (928) 425-9030.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that City of Globe Tool Lending Library 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
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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| Durango Tool Library | Durango, CO | 312 mi | star5.0 | Monthly: $35/month (initial), $25/month (renewal); Annual: $230/year (initial), $220/year (renewal) |
| Los Angeles Tool Library | Los Angeles, CA | 434 mi | star5.0 | Free |
| Fix Way Tool Library & Common Space | Ventura, CA | 493 mi | — | Pay what you can (suggested $100/year) |
| South Jordan Library | South Jordan, UT | 499 mi | star4.5 | Free |
| Hunter Library | West Valley City, UT | 508 mi | star4.6 | Free |
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