LoT (Library of Things) includes kits that are designed for kids of all ages, gadgets, tools, and electronic devices that you can borrow instead of buying your own. This project aims to support shared community resources while also providing fun ways of learning.
Librarians may ask that you sign an agreement form when borrowing items with significant value. Click this link to view the LoT Agreement Form.
The LoT Collection is available to all patrons.
Scroll down the page to see the full collection by category.
- Explore Kits for Kids and Young Adults
- Kits for Adults
- Tools & Supplies
- Electronic Devices
Please note: you may want to place a hold on popular items.
Click on the name of the kits or the pictures to see them in the Lillooet Library Catalogue.
Explore Kits for Kids
Name |
Description |
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Sphero BOLT Robots |
A kit for kids to play games with robots and learn about the basics of computer coding. (x2 Sets available) |
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Dinosaur |
A collection of items and games with a dinosaur theme. |
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Board Games & Puzzles |
Various board games and puzzles in the library you can take out to play at home with your kids. |
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Geology |
A collection of activities, books and a bunch of different rocks to teach you about geology. |
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Naturalist |
A collection of items and books to teach you about the natural world. |
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Birding |
A collection of items to assist in learning about birds. |
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Night Sky |
A collection of items and books to teach about the stars and space. |
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Kits for Adults
Name |
Description |
Picture |
Geocaching |
An explore kit with resources on local geocaching spots and a GPS. |
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Trail Seeker |
An explore kit with high quality binoculars and guide books on animals. |
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Binoculars |
A set of binoculars to borrow on their own or with other kits like the Night Sky or Naturalist kit. |
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Cognitive Care Activity Collection |
Various activities, games, puzzles, colouring books made to help engage people with dementia. |
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Tools & Supplies
Name |
Description |
Picture |
Radon Detector
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A short-term radon detector with information packages on radon in homes.
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Sound Meter
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A digital tool to measure sound levels
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Therapy Lamps
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HappyLight therapy lamps to relieve symptoms of depression and anxiety. (x3 available)
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Air Quality Monitors
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Portable monitors that will show the air quality in your home or room (x2 available)
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Thermal Leak Detector
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A small tool that tells you temperature differences in a home or space
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Dish Sets
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Dish sets that have place settings for 12 people. (x3 Sets Available) Includes:
- Dinner Plates
- Salad Plates
- Bowls
- Mugs
- Cups
- Utensils
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Kitchenware
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A variety set of kitchenware to use when renting the REC Center commercial kitchen. Includes:
- Muffin Trays
- Pizza Trays
- Baking Sheets
- Cutting Boards
- Pots & Pans (various sizes)
- Mixing Bowls
- Cooking Utensils
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Pressure Cooker Includes instruction book, funnel and other
tools for canning.
Electronic Devices
Visit the Devices & Tech page for more detailed information.
Name |
Description |
Picture |
Portable Projector
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A high quality mini projector to use for presentations or movie night at home.
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Tablets and Laptops
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Tablets, iPads and Laptops can be borrowed when participating in Adult Learning programs at the library.
Contact the Adult Literacy Coordinator for more info:
250-256-3161 |
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External DVD Drive
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A DVD/CD player that plugs in to your computer if you do not have a player that works. Use this to play movies or to upload files from CDs on to your computer. |
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Media Convertor
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Convert VHS to digital files.
Available to use in the library only – please book with the front desk by emailing lillooetlibrary@gmail.com or calling 250-256-7944. |
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Chromebooks
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A complete Chromebook set-up you can borrow from the library to access digital resources. |
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Looking for Art?
Visit the Art on Loan page to borrow prints on canvas from local artists.