Peterborough Town Library: Library of Things
location_onPeterborough, New Hampshire
infoAbout Peterborough Town Library: Library of Things
The Library of Things at Peterborough Town Library, 2 Concord Street in Peterborough, New Hampshire, is a public library collection borrowed with a library card. In the library's words: "The Library of Things includes gadgets, tools, and games. This collection supports lifelong learning, personal fulfillment, and enjoyment."
Borrowing
To borrow or request an item you must be 18 or older, have a Peterborough Town Library card in good standing, and sign the Library of Things waiver. Loans are 7 days and can be renewed if no one is waiting. Return items to the Help Desk, not a book drop. Items cannot be inter-library loaned to patrons of other libraries.
What You Can Borrow
The catalog list includes a DeWalt 20-volt cordless drill/driver, a Stanley S50 edge-detect stud finder and a tool kit, along with a thermal imaging camera, radon detector, air quality monitor, metal detector, telescope, binoculars, projectors, a document scanner and a cornhole game.
Donations
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWho can borrow from Peterborough's Library of Things?
People 18 or older with a Peterborough Town Library card in good standing who sign the Library of Things waiver.
help_outlineWhat tools are available?
A DeWalt 20-volt cordless drill/driver, a Stanley stud finder and a tool kit.
help_outlineHow long is the loan?
7 days, renewable if there is no waiting list.
help_outlineWhere do I return items?
To the Help Desk. Items cannot go in a book drop.
help_outlineCan I donate an item?
Not at this time; the library is only adding brand new items.
help_outlineWhen is the library open?
Monday-Wednesday 10am-6pm, Thursday 10am-7pm, Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 9am-3pm.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Peterborough Town 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.
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card_membershipMembership & Pricing
Annual membership gives you access to the full tool inventory for borrowing.
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| Name | Location | Distance | Rating | Membership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooks Memorial Library: Field to Fork Tool Cottage | Brattleboro, VT | 31 mi | — | Library cardholders |
| Morse Institute Library: Library of Things | Natick, MA | 51 mi | — | Minuteman patrons with no outstanding fines above $100 |
| Needham Free Public Library: Library of Things | Needham, MA | 55 mi | — | Valid Minuteman Library Network card in good standing |
| Boston Public Library | Boston, MA | 57 mi | star4.8 | Free |
| Tool Library Albany | Albany, NY | 93 mi | star5.0 | 20 |
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