Sioux City Public Library: Library of Things
location_onSioux City, Iowa
infoAbout Sioux City Public Library: Library of Things
Sioux City Public Library lends tools from its Aalfs Downtown Library at 529 Pierce Street in Sioux City, Iowa. The library says it "now offers a Library of Things for residents to check out tools to assist with home improvement, yard games, hobby equipment, health and wellness items, and more." It is a public library collection: you borrow from it with a library card, the same way you borrow a book.
What You Can Borrow
The Tools list includes a cordless rotary tool, tool set, tree trimmer/lopper, stud finder, electric air pump, foldable moving dolly, soil tester and radon detector. Some items need batteries or accessories the library does not provide.
Membership
You must be 18 years old with a full service Sioux City Public Library card in good standing. Borrowers complete a Lending Agreement and Liability Waiver.
Borrowing
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWhat tools does the Sioux City Library of Things have?
A cordless rotary tool, tool set, tree trimmer/lopper, stud finder, electric air pump and foldable moving dolly, among others.
help_outlineWho can borrow?
People 18 and older with a full service Sioux City Public Library card in good standing.
help_outlineWhere do I pick up and return items?
At the Aalfs Downtown Library, 529 Pierce Street.
help_outlineCan I place a hold?
Yes, each item has a Place Hold on Catalog link.
help_outlineIs there paperwork?
Yes. Borrowers complete a Lending Agreement and Liability Waiver.
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Sioux City 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.
location_onContact & Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls Tool Library | Sioux Falls, SD | 74 mi | star5.0 | 25 |
| Minnesota Tool Library - St. Paul Branch | St Paul, MN | 237 mi | star4.9 | 25 |
| Denver Tool Library | Lending, Classes & Workshop | Denver, CO | 486 mi | star4.9 | One-time project checkout: $40/week; Individual: $150/year; Household: $200/year; Organizational: $600/year |
| Carbondale Tool Library | Carbondale, IL | 502 mi | star5.0 | — |
| Traverse Area District Library: East Bay Branch Tool Library | Traverse City, MI | 564 mi | — | Library card |
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