Summit Free Public Library: Library of Things
location_onSummit, New Jersey
infoAbout Summit Free Public Library: Library of Things
The Library of Things is a public library collection at the Summit Free Public Library, 75 Maple Street in Summit, New Jersey. The library describes it as "a collection of non-traditional items that complement the Summit Free Public Library’s mission to inform, enrich, and inspire."
Borrowing
Items are borrowed through the library. The library's fine print says items are available to Summit residents 17 and over, paid members, and those employed in Summit. Items circulate for 7 days, and only two Library of Things items may be checked out at a time. Overdue fines are $10 per day. The library notes that replacement costs range from $55 to $1,200.
What You Can Borrow
The collection's instruction-manual list includes a Black and Decker drill/driver and a pressure washer, alongside a birdwatching kit, telescopes, a metal detecting kit, a sewing machine kit, a movie projector kit, an instant canopy, lawn games and mobile hotspots.
Hours
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhere is the Summit Library of Things?
At the Summit Free Public Library, 75 Maple Street, Summit, NJ 07901.
help_outlineWho can borrow from the Library of Things?
The library says items are available to Summit residents 17 and over, paid members, and those employed in Summit.
help_outlineWhat tools can I borrow?
The collection lists a Black and Decker drill/driver and a pressure washer, each with an instruction manual.
help_outlineHow long can I keep an item?
Items circulate for 7 days. Only two Library of Things items may be checked out at a time.
help_outlineWhat are the late fines?
Overdue fines are $10 per day.
help_outlineWhen is the library open?
Monday-Thursday 9 am-9 pm, Friday and Saturday 9 am-5 pm, Sunday 1-5 pm.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Summit Free 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maplewood Library: Library of Things | Maplewood, NJ | 5 mi | — | Valid adult resident Maplewood Library card |
| Ridgewood Public Library: Library of Things | Ridgewood, NJ | 23 mi | — | Ridgewood Public Library or BCCLS member in good standing |
| West Philly Tool Library | Philadelphia, PA | 70 mi | star4.7 | $20/year (sliding scale) |
| Harrisburg Tool Library | Harrisburg, PA | 136 mi | star5.0 | 0 |
| Tool Library Albany | Albany, NY | 138 mi | star5.0 | 20 |
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