Southwick Public Library: Library of Things
location_onSouthwick, Massachusetts
infoAbout Southwick Public Library: Library of Things
The Library of Things is a public library collection at the Southwick Public Library, 95 Feeding Hills Road in Southwick, Massachusetts, borrowed with a library card. The library says it "offers cardholders the chance to borrow items, such as tools, for no charge. We have everything from tools for home improvement to fun items like a telescope and outdoor games."
Borrowing
Borrowers must be 18 or older and should bring their license to check out. The library posts its borrowing rules and procedures as a PDF on the Library of Things page.
What You Can Borrow
The tool list includes a DEWALT palm grip sander kit, an Arrow electric stapler and brad nailer, BESSEY C-clamps, a Husky trigger clamp set, a Husky ratcheting wrench set, a TEKTON torque wrench, a RIDGID tube cutter, a caulk gun, a basin wrench, a tile nipper, a wire stripper, a stud finder, a laser distance meter, a post hole digger, a soil pH meter, a bicycle repair kit and a power washer. The wider collection also holds a car battery tester and diagnostic tool, outdoor games, a telescope, technology items and assistive magnifiers.
Membership
helpFrequently Asked Questions
help_outlineWho can borrow from the Southwick Library of Things?
Library cardholders 18 or older. Bring your license to check out.
help_outlineDoes it cost anything?
No. The library says items are lent at no charge.
help_outlineWhat tools can I borrow?
A palm grip sander, electric stapler and brad nailer, clamps, wrench sets, a torque wrench, pipe and tube cutters, a stud finder, a laser distance meter, a post hole digger, a power washer and more.
help_outlineWhere is it?
At the Southwick Public Library, 95 Feeding Hills Road, Southwick, MA 01077.
help_outlineWhen is the library open?
Monday-Tuesday 10am-8pm, Wednesday 1-8pm, Thursday-Friday 10am-5pm, Saturday 10am-1pm (closed Saturdays in July and August).
Tools are borrowed. These you own.
Safety gear, consumables, and basics that Southwick 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.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brooks Memorial Library: Field to Fork Tool Cottage | Brattleboro, VT | 56 mi | — | Library cardholders |
| Tool Library Albany | Albany, NY | 66 mi | star5.0 | 20 |
| Morse Institute Library: Library of Things | Natick, MA | 73 mi | — | Minuteman patrons with no outstanding fines above $100 |
| Needham Free Public Library: Library of Things | Needham, MA | 79 mi | — | Valid Minuteman Library Network card in good standing |
| Boston Public Library | Boston, MA | 88 mi | star4.8 | Free |
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