Library of Things

Use your Library Card to Check Out the Unexpected!

The Coleman “Library of Things” has everything from tools to a telescope, metal detector to microscope, and so much more.  Some items are viewable in the library catalog or call the library to check availability at (989) 465-6398.

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What you need to know: Must be an Adult.  Must have a valid Coleman Area Library card to check out items from the “Things” collection. All “Things” require a signed policy and a $10 refundable deposit (cash or check, no debit or credit). When the “Thing” is returned in good condition, you will get your $10 back.

Image of a Wi-Fi hotspot device with text promoting its portability and included charger.
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A Snap Circuits STEM Kit with components and guides to build numerous electronic projects.
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A STEM kit featuring a microscope, prepared slides, a book, and various tools for educational exploration.
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A metal detector with instructions and a carrying bag included.
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A telescope with 80mm aperture, 600mm focal length, includes a carry bag and the book "50 Things to See With a Small Telescope."
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STEM Robotics Kit featuring various components to build multiple creative robots and projects for hands-on learning.
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Image features tools for healthy homes: a radon detector, thermal imaging camera, and energy monitor.
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A learning kit featuring dinosaur toys and games, designed for educational fun about dinosaurs.
A flower press designed for drying flowers, includes blotting paper and instructions for use.
A "Learn Braille" kit featuring three educational books on letters and numbers, along with magnets and other learning tools.
The image features a Discovery Toys Kit with six educational family games, including BrainBolt, Kanoodle, and Gobblet Gobblers.
Image showcases the "Discovery Toys Kit" for building and engineering, including 2 games and a book.
The image showcases a Discovery Toys Kit for social and emotional learning, including toys, a book, and games.
Discovery Toys Kit for learning about water, including 1 book and 2 water games/toys.
A tool set with a power drill, hammer, screwdriver, and essential tools, all in a carrying bag. Perfect for DIY projects!
Image showcases a croquet lawn game set with mallets, balls, wickets, stakes, and a carrying bag. Perfect for outdoor fun!
The image showcases a Potato Sack and Egg Relay game set, suitable for 4-8 players, including sacks, spoons, eggs, and ribbons.
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Ladder Toss lawn game set with PVC frame, blue and red balls on ropes, plus carrying case included.
A 10x20 canopy tent gazebo with dimensions, includes frame, pegs, tie-back cords, and a carry bag.
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Image of a Discovery Toys Kit focused on insects, featuring two games ("Grub Grab," "Anthill") and educational books.
A discovery toy kit featuring magnets, including the game Jishaku, along with three games and a book.
Image of a Discovery Toys kit for learning letters, numbers, and patterns, including four games and colorful lettered pots.
Discovery Toys Kit for creating, drilling, and building; includes screws and tools for fun, imaginative play.
Discovery Toys kit for learning about the body, includes 2 body puzzles and a mini microscope.
Discovery Toys balance kit including "Chickyboom" and a penguin game to teach balance through fun learning activities.
A "Puzzle Exchange" display invites people to take or leave puzzles without needing a library card.
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