What Is a Library of Things? Borrowing Gets Weird

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Residents can borrow power drills, camping tents, and cake pans — This reduces the need for personal storage space and financial outlay for infrequently used items.
Libraries are offering tools like pressure washers and sewing machines — It encourages community DIY projects without the burden of individual ownership.
More libraries will expand their offerings to include even more versatile equipment, fostering a greater sense of communal resource sharing.

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A Library Card for Drills, Tents, and Cake Pans In a growing number of communities, the library card is getting a surprisingly muscular upgrade. Alongside novels and DVDs, residents can borrow power drills, camping tents, sewing machines, carpet cleaners, folding tables, cake pans, and the...

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