La Grange Park Public Library: Library of Things
location_onLa Grange Park, Illinois
infoAbout La Grange Park Public Library: Library of Things
The Library of Things at La Grange Park Public Library, 555 North La Grange Road in La Grange Park, Illinois, is a public library collection borrowed with a library card. The library's services page describes it as "our amazing collection of technology, kitchen, and recreational items you can check out with your library card."
What You Can Borrow
The collection's Tools tab lists a Bosch cordless drill, a heat gun, a soldering station, a portable vacuum cleaner and an electricity usage monitor, alongside a metal detector, rock tumbler and graphing calculator. The wider collection covers arts and crafts, entertainment, kitchen, recreation and technology items.
Membership
La Grange Park residents apply for a library card at the Circulation Desk with proof of residency or property ownership.
Hours
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhat tools can I borrow at La Grange Park Public Library?
The Tools tab lists a Bosch cordless drill, heat gun, soldering station, portable vacuum cleaner and electricity usage monitor.
help_outlineDo I need a library card?
Yes. The library says Library of Things items are checked out with your library card.
help_outlineHow do residents get a card?
La Grange Park residents apply at the Circulation Desk with proof of residency or property ownership.
help_outlineWhere is the library?
555 N La Grange Rd, La Grange Park, IL 60526.
help_outlineWhen is the library open?
Monday-Thursday 10am-9pm, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 1-5pm.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that La Grange Park Public Library: 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.
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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
compare_arrowsNearby Tool Libraries
| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Lansing Public Library | East Lansing, MI | 184 mi | star4.7 | Free |
| Traverse Area District Library: East Bay Branch Tool Library | Traverse City, MI | 231 mi | — | Library card |
| Louisville Tool Library | Louisville, KY | 273 mi | star5.0 | sliding scale donation |
| Carbondale Tool Library | Carbondale, IL | 292 mi | star5.0 | — |
| Wayne County Public Library: Library of Things | Wooster, OH | 316 mi | — | Wayne County patrons with a library card and PIN |
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