Library of Things
To checkout an item from our Library of Things please follow the steps below:
1- Agree to the terms and conditions of the Library of Things user agreement.
Please note: Library of Things are limited to West Babylon Public Library cardholders ONLY.
2- Place a reserve:
- Call the Library at 631-669-5445 and a staff member will place a reserve for you.
- Place a reserve using the “Reserve this item” links below.
3- If requested, a Library staff member will contact you to schedule a curbside pickup of your item once available.
Check out our Youth Services Library of Things Collection
Electronics
Elgato Video Capture Device
Transfers video from analogue sources (such as a VCR or camcorder) to your computer. With just one click, you can add your video to iTunes or to your Windows Media Player library; you can play back the video on your computer or sync it with your iPad or iPhone; you can upload your video directly to YouTube; and you can edit it right away in iMovie or Windows Live Movie Maker. Elgato Video Capture features composite and S-Video inputs which enables you to connect any analogue video device to your computer. It comes with a composite video/RCA stereo cable and SCART adapter and handles NTSC, SECAM, PAL and PAL/60 video for worldwide compatibility. Elgato Video Capture comes with Elgato Video Capture software for Mac and Windows.
GooDee Video Projector
Ultra-fast 5G WiFi offers you much smoother and lag free online video streaming experience. As a multi-function home cinema projector, YG600 Plus has built-in 2* 5W speaker giving a ultra clear and powerful sound.
Portable DVD Player
14.1 swivel display screen (1280*800) with 270-degree rotation, 4-6 hour rechargeable lithium ion battery.
Supports direct play of CD, DVD, CD-R/RW, DVD -R/+R, DVD+RW/-RW, VCD, SVCD (but not blu-ray DVD).
Ring Light
Our led ring light provides 5 color(warm, warm white, nature white, sunlight, cold white) and 10 brightness(10%-100%) to meet your various needs. It features a highly sensitive touchpad to control the lights. Which will be more convenient and have longer life than traditional mechanical buttons.
Vankyo Leisure 3 Mini Projector
VANKYO Leisure 3 projectors is fit for playing videos, TV series, photos sharing, football matches etc. It can be easily connected with your smartphone, PS3, PS4, X-Box ONE or Wii to enjoy BIG games.
Victrola Vintage 3-Speed Bluetooth Suitcase Turntable with Speakers
Three-speed turntable (33 1/3, 45, 78 RPM) plays all of your vinyl records and favorite albums. Built-in Bluetooth to wirelessly play music from your Bluetooth enabled device. No cords needed. Portable suitcase design with easy carry handle Compatible Bluetooth device or 3.5 millimeter audio device, RCA Aux-in and headphone jack Built-in stereo speakers.No battery used.Power,on,off,volume control knob. Auto or manual stop selection switch.
Games
Bingo Set
Bingo numbers are pulled from the metal bingo cage and called out. Players use markers to cover the numbers called on their cards. The first player to cover a row of 5 numbers on a Bingo card in any direction wins that round!
Candy Land Giant Edition
Unfold the large, 64” x 64” vinyl gameboard and open up your kids’ imaginations with illustrations of a colorful, magical Candy Land. In a game as big as this one, players become the movers! Spin the large Lollipop Spinner and move to that color on the board. If you reach the Peppermint Forest, Lollipop Palace, or one of the other Neighborhoods, collect a Card. Once you’ve collected 4 Cards, make your way up the Rainbow Road. The first player to reach King Kandy’s Castle wins and gets to wear the King’s foam crown! With simple rules and no reading required, Candy Land teaches younger kids color recognition and turn taking while letting them play in an imaginative, magical world.
Sorry Giant Edition
It’s the classic game of Sorry with a giant twist! Start by placing your 3 giant pawns on your corner of the big, 64” x 64” vinyl mat gameboard. Spin the spinner to move your pawns out of the starting area, and then the fun begins! Players race to move their pawns around the board, sliding forward on Slider spaces if they’re lucky and getting knocked back to Start if they aren’t. Be the first player to get your 3 pawns around the board and safely to Home, and you win!
Hobbies
(S540) Coin Counter
Includes 1 coin counter, sorter and wrapper machine + 5 plastic coin trays + 5 plastic coin tubes + 48 coin wrappers + 1 instruction manual.
Cricut Joy
Requires mobile phone, tablet, or computer with Bluetooth wireless and high-speed internet connection.
Requires download of the free Cricut App or Cricut Design Space.
Karaoke Machine
Get everything you need with the karaoke machine Bluetooth speaker. Includes two wireless microphones for kids and adults for double the delight. No need to connect the baby karaoke machine to a TV; it comes with a phone/tablet holder. With the remote control, this karaoke set has everything you need to put on the perfect party.
Portable Easel Display Stand
Easel stand can be adjusted in height from 24 inches to 72 inches and can be used at any height on the ground or desktop.
Sewing Machine: Singer
97 Stitch Applications for any fabric: basic, stretch, decorative. Simple one-step buttonhole for consistent results every time. Built-In needle threader quickly threads machine with ease. Free Arm to sew hard-to-reach areas 5.7″ sewing space (needle to tower) and 4.2″ height. Use SINGER Class 15 Transparent bobbins.
Memory Kits
Memory Kit: Remembering Fun and Games
This memory kit is designed to evoke memories of past events and activities for individuals at various stages of memory loss.
Memory Kit: Remembering Comedians
This memory kit is designed to evoke memories of past events and activities for individuals at various stages of memory loss.
Memory Kit: Remembering Dogs
This dog memory kit is designed to evoke memories of past events and activities for individuals at various stages of memory loss.
Memory Kit: Remembering the 1940’s and 1950’s
This memory kit is designed to evoke memories of living during the 1940’s and 1950’s for individuals at various stages of memory loss.
Outdoor Games & Activities
Binoculars
A 20x magnification and 50mm objective lens ensure wide-angle viewing from distances of over 1000 yards. These lightweight binoculars are perfect for bird watching, hunting, travel, stargazing, concerts, football games, climbing, hiking, driving, observing wildlife, and taking in scenery. These 20×50 binoculars for adults high powered are specially designed with BAK-4 Prisms and FMC film lenses, which minimize the loss of light due to reflection and ensure brighter and clearer high-contrast images. They come with adjustable twist-up eyecups, which ensure comfortable viewing whether with or without eyeglasses. The center-focus knob of these compact binoculars guarantees fast and highly precise focusing. Additionally, they can be used with a phone bracket, which ensures a stable camera image when photographing.
Bird Watching Kit
Using the contents in this backpack you will be able to investigate and identify nature. Explore your backyard or a nearby park and learn what birds live in the area.
Kit is designed to support the 2024 Long Island Reads title, Better Living Through Birding, by Christian Cooper.
Bocce Ball Set
This bocce ball set comes with everything that you need to play! This set requires no assembly and is easy-to-use – all you need to do is unload the game out of the convenient carrying case, toss the pallino and get ready for hours of fun.
Bubble Machine
Create a colorful and fun atmosphere for your kids to play with our automatic bubble machine! This bubble maker delivers a continuous flow of small and multicolored bubbles that anyone will love to pop and play with!
BucketBall
Includes: 12 bucketball buckets + 2 white bucket pong balls + 1 yellow, 1 blue hybrid game balls + 2 black and white tailgate game balls + 1 carrying case.
Cornhole
Fun for all ages and great to play anywhere – parks, backyard, campgrounds, beaches, social events and more!
Giant Ring Toss Game 1
Giant Ring Toss is the most addictive new tossing game on the market! This YardGames original is sure to be a hit at your next event. It’s ring toss with a GIANT twist. The tossing rings are 10″ with soft rubber edges so you can play catch after your done playing ring toss! Toss the rings at the target and try to get them to land around the posts for points. 3 points for the middle post and 1 point on the outer posts. Players alternate turns and the score is taken as the difference of points (like cornhole). First player to get exactly 15 points wins!
Giant Ring Toss Game 2
Includes 15 plastic tossing rings, 10 rope tossing rings, 2 wooden base pieces, 5 wooden posts, 1 zippered bag and instructions.
Giant Tumbling Timber Toy
This timber game, also known as giant jenga, stands 2.5 feet tall, and depending on your level of experience, can reach a height of 6 feet! This game is great to take outdoors. Perfect for group events, parties, camping and more. Tumbling Timber Toy can be played by 2 or more players.
Kubb Outdoor Game
Kubb (kuh-ō-ō-b) is a game of mysterious origin. Whether it hails from 1900’s Sweden or the age of Vikings, one thing is certain, Kubb is one of the greatest lawn games ever conceived. Play Kubb on grass, gravel, sand, and…if you’re brave even the snow! Flexible player count makes it easy to play with groups of up to 12 or as few as 2 players.
(Rechargeable) Laser Tag
Face off in an epic blast bonanza with this fully interactive set designed with infrared receivers and light emitters that are fun and help reduce the mess after playtime. With six hours of playtime and a simple 1-2 hour charging system, it’s never been easier to grab a blaster and join in the fun; a compact design makes it easy to store when the game is done. Every blaster doubles as an infrared receiver with a built-in vibration system to help you track every hit; no need to keep track of your vest or other bulky accessories.
Outdoor Games Set
Potato sack race set: 4 sack race bags.
Egg and spoon race set: 4 wooden spoons.
3-legged race set: 4 adjustable leg bands.
(SGSPORT) Portable Pickleball Net Set
This pickleball set includes official size pickleball net, 4 wooden pickleball paddles, 2 outdoor pickleball balls (40-holes), and a waterproof roomy carry bag. All you need to set up a fun backyard game is packed. This pickleball set with net has a steel frame and is built with round hollow tubes which are powder-coated to protect it from the elements. The interlocking design and numbered pieces make assembly easy and quick, and a step by step visual assembly manual is included.
Spikeball
Spikeball is perfect for the backyard, the beach, or even your living room! Play at the tournament standard or tailor the net tightness to your preference. More bounce for newer players, less bounce for advanced play anywhere. All you need is 4 people and some open space.
Volleyball/Badminton Combo Game
This adjustable volleyball/badminton combo set allows for quick and easy set-up with a seamless transition between game types.
Wen Jian Disc Golf Set
A flying disc sport in which players throw a special disc at a target, using rules similar to golf.
Yard Pong
Perfect for group events, parties, camping and more. Giant Yard Pong can be played with 2-4 players consisting of 2 teams. Simply fill the buckets approximately 1/4 full with water, sand, or anything to weigh them down and you’re ready for hours of entertainment!
Yardzee
Measuring 3.5in x 3.5in these six giant dice are sure to be a hit at any wedding, party, tailgate, beach day, or camping trip! Roll to the left, right, or center with kids, families, and adults of all ages. Made of sturdy, solid Pine Natural wood, hand sanded edges & corners prevent dice from chipping or splitting. Six (6) oversized dice allow you to roll yourself to victory in both Yardzee & Yardkle. Each die has burned in dots to preserve game play and prevent fading.
Technology
Doxie Go SE Mobile Scanner
Doxie works independently of your computer, tablet, or phone with a built-in rechargeable battery. When you scan, your documents are stored on the scanner’s SD memory card. Later, you can connect to a device and sync scans into a Doxie app.
Go Pro Hero 11
Capture. Charge. Relax. Thats all it takes to get incredible highlight videos sent to your phone automatically.
HP Chromebook: Computer Skills Learning Kit
Kits include a Chromebook and printed tutorials designed to teach basic computer skills so you can learn at home and at your own pace.
The printed tutorials cover the following topics:
• Amazon Basics
• Chromebook Basics
• Computer Basics
• Facebook
• Flipster Magazines
• Freegal Music
• Internet Basics
• Libby eBooks & Audiobooks
• Using Gmail
• Zoom
Labelworks Handheld Label Printer
The easy-to-use label machine can create custom and helpful labels in the home or workplace small or up to 3/4″ (18mm) wide.
Mobile Hotspot
This mobile wireless hotspot provides mobile, high-speed internet access on Sprint’s 4G LTE Network. See map for coverage information.
Slide & Scan Digital Film Scanner: Kodak
Kodak Slide & Scan Film and Slide Scanner with Large 5” LCD Screen. Convert Color & B&W Negatives, Slides 35mm, 126, 110 Film Negatives & Slides to High Resolution 22MP JPEG Digital Photos.
Tools
Dekopro Household Hand Tool Set
Includes: 1 black case ; 40 cm x 28 cm + 1 8-in polished quick release ratchet + 1 11-in rip claw hammer + 1 claw hammer head cover + 3 spinner handle + 1 10ft measure tape rule + 6 Phillips precision + 5 combination wrench mm: 10, 12, 13, 14, 15 + 16 hex key wrenches mm: 1.5, 2, 2.5, 3, 4, 5, 5.5, 6 + 1 8-in adjustable wrench + 1 5.9-in utility knife + R1 6.5-in long nose plier + 33 drive sockets: 10, 12,14, 17, 18, 21mm, 3/16, 7/32, 1/4, 9/32, 5/16, 11/32, 3/8, 7/16, 1/2-in, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13mm + 1 adapter + 46 wood screw assortment kit + 1 socket adapter + 40 screwdriver bits and socket adapter.
Kill A Watt Power Meter
Simply plug an appliance into the Kill A Watt and it will assess how efficient they really are. The large LCD will display the power consumption by the kilowatt-hour just like your local utility company. You can figure out your electrical expense by the day, week, month, or year. Evaluate the quality of the electrical power provided from your utility company by monitoring voltage (Volt), line frequency (Hz), and power factor (VA). Perfect for detecting voltage drops and brownout conditions before they damage delicate equipment.
Letsfit portable digital luggage scale
Features: easy-to-read digital display; target weight setting and overweight warning; switch between units of measurement (lb or kg); zero function; low-battery and error indicators; max. capacity 110lbs.
Power Engraver
Easy to grip and control with soft rubber handle. Work efficiently with the high power 24W and 7200 strokes per minute. Regulate engraving depth from fine lines to deep grooves by 5-position dial. Allows you to create, decorate, or personalize on various materials like metal, plastic, glass, ceramic, wood and other objects.
Self Leveling Laser
Green laser level offers the latest diode technology with 4 times better visibility and increased accuracy. Whether you want to pave tiles, install photos, doors, windows or do furniture carpentry, hang wallpaper, or find horizontal and vertical lines on the ceiling and floor to decorate your house, our Laser Level would be a great choice for you. The line lazer is efficient, convenient and easy to operate, devoted to making your life easy and simpler.
Stud Finder Sensor Wall Scanner
The stud finder wall scanner can quickly locate the edges and center of metal studs,wooden stud, pipes, rebar, joists behind walls, floors and ceilings, drywall, plaster wall,wallboard or plaster etc.
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Thermal Leak Detector
The Thermal Leak Detector uses an infrared sensor to find leaks along walls, molding, ductwork and more. It helps you increase the efficiency of your home’s insulation by finding leaky areas that can lead to higher heating and cooling bills. You’ll instantly identify problem areas around drafty windows and doors, and uncover hidden leaks and insulation “soft spots” around your home. You can also use it to measure temperature.
USB Travel Adapter
4 USB 5.6A +1 Type C 3.0A+1 sockets. You can charge multiple devices（such as a computer, camera, mobile phone, watch, and other devices) at the same time to save more time when you are traveling, as well as in your home, office. This all-in-one Travel Power Adapter covers over 150 countries with US/Europe/UK/AU plugs and Powerful 4 USB Ports. It is universal in the USA, Canada, Mexico, Germany, Japan, China, Korea, India, Italy, Brazil, Europe, Asia, the Middle East.
YAWOA OBDII Enhanced Code Scanner: Car Error Code Reader
This code reader is suitable for vehicles 1996 and newer. This check engine code reader will work on domestic and import vehicles, such as car, light-duty trucks (12v only), SUV and mini-vans with standard OBD2 and CAN protocol.