Library of Things
In the grant application, Chesley Memorial Library detailed that it would meet these needs by using grant funds to purchase non-traditional library items such as tools, cameras, outdoor activity equipment, craft equipment, musical instruments, party equipment, early learning/literacy items, and/or games.
“A library is so much more than a place to borrow books. A library is a community center offering programs for all ages and it is an information center for the community it serves. A library provides essential services like internet access, photocopying, scanning, faxing, and notary service. We hope that our new collection of things will provide access to items that people might not be able to afford due to the pandemic and will help to show that libraries are truly community centers that deserve public support,” said Library Director Donna Bunker.
“The exciting part will be when the items are fully utilized and seeing the families enjoying and creating memories together,” said Northwood Recreation Director, Scott Blewitt.
“New Hampshire’s strong relationship with its public libraries was made even more evident during the past two years when librarians and their staffs were able to adjust services nimbly in order to continue to meet the needs of their communities,” said N.H. State Librarian, Michael York. “The innovative programs funded by these grants will continue to strengthen not only public library services, but also the communities in which the libraries reside.”
“As pillars of our communities, libraries and museums bring people together by providing important programs, services and collections. These institutions are trusted spaces where people can learn, explore and grow,” said IMLS Director, Crosby Kemper. “IMLS is proud to support their initiatives through our grants as they educate and enhance their communities.”
The New Hampshire State Library, which is part of the New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, promotes excellence in libraries and library services to all New Hampshire residents with rapid access to library and informational resources through the development and coordination of a statewide library/information system; and by meeting the informational needs of New Hampshire's state, county, and municipal governments and its libraries. For more information, visit nh.gov/nhsl.
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov and follow IMLS on Facebook and Twitter.
A full list of items in our Library of Things can be found below. Items available from other libraries, denoted with an *, can be loaned by all patrons belonging to any of the participating libraries.
Come in or call us at (603) 942-5472 to learn how to request an item!
“A library is so much more than a place to borrow books. A library is a community center offering programs for all ages and it is an information center for the community it serves. A library provides essential services like internet access, photocopying, scanning, faxing, and notary service. We hope that our new collection of things will provide access to items that people might not be able to afford due to the pandemic and will help to show that libraries are truly community centers that deserve public support,” said Library Director Donna Bunker.
“The exciting part will be when the items are fully utilized and seeing the families enjoying and creating memories together,” said Northwood Recreation Director, Scott Blewitt.
“New Hampshire’s strong relationship with its public libraries was made even more evident during the past two years when librarians and their staffs were able to adjust services nimbly in order to continue to meet the needs of their communities,” said N.H. State Librarian, Michael York. “The innovative programs funded by these grants will continue to strengthen not only public library services, but also the communities in which the libraries reside.”
“As pillars of our communities, libraries and museums bring people together by providing important programs, services and collections. These institutions are trusted spaces where people can learn, explore and grow,” said IMLS Director, Crosby Kemper. “IMLS is proud to support their initiatives through our grants as they educate and enhance their communities.”
The New Hampshire State Library, which is part of the New Hampshire Department of Natural and Cultural Resources, promotes excellence in libraries and library services to all New Hampshire residents with rapid access to library and informational resources through the development and coordination of a statewide library/information system; and by meeting the informational needs of New Hampshire's state, county, and municipal governments and its libraries. For more information, visit nh.gov/nhsl.
The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's libraries and museums. We advance, support, and empower America’s museums, libraries, and related organizations through grantmaking, research, and policy development. Our vision is a nation where museums and libraries work together to transform the lives of individuals and communities. To learn more, visit www.imls.gov and follow IMLS on Facebook and Twitter.
A full list of items in our Library of Things can be found below. Items available from other libraries, denoted with an *, can be loaned by all patrons belonging to any of the participating libraries.
Come in or call us at (603) 942-5472 to learn how to request an item!
Library of Things Menu
Sports |
Tools |
Hobbies & Education |
Entertainment |
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Badminton & Volleyball Set
Croquet Set Disc Golf Set Laser Tag Set Adult Snow Shoes* Child Snow Shoes* Spikeball Set Tennis Racquets and Balls* Towerball Volleyball Set* |
Bicycle Pump
Bissell Carpet Cleaner Cordless Leaf Blower Edger Tool Laminator Laser Level Loppers Tree Trimmer 24ft Pole Saw Post Hole Digger Power Drill Pressure Washer w/ acc. Radon Detector Tiller/Cultivator Uprooter Weed Wrench Uprooter Weed Wrench Mini* Vacuum Cleaner Backpack Yard Butler Bulb Planter |
Binoculars*
Bird Watching Kit* Button Maker Camera Tripod Cricut Maker & acc. Early Literacy Backpacks* English/Spanish Wonderbooks* GoPro Hero Camera w/ acc. Hot Glue Gun* Launchpads* Lego Mindstorm Kits Metal Detector (adult) Metal Detector (child) Microscope (Compound)* Nikon Mirrorless Camera Sewing/Quilting Machine* Snap Circuit Arcade Kits* |
Bluetooth Speaker
Card Games Cotton Candy Machine Dash & Dot Robot Pack Giant Games Green Screen Kit* Hot Dog Steamer Mini Smartphone Printer* Mini Wifi Projector Playaways* Popcorn Machine Pop-Up Canopy Tent Portable PA System* Puzzles Snow Cone Maker* Video to Digital Converter Ukuleles |