The Grinnell Library is excited to announce the launch of our Library of Things collection! The Library of Things will include items such as games, tools, arts and crafts kits, educational materials, and more. Whether you want to try something new before you purchase or just need to use something one time, our Library of Things will be a great place to start.
Library of Things items may be checked out by Mid-Hudson Library District cardholders who are 18 years or older and have a library card in good standing. All patrons must sign a Borrowers Agreement.
Click here to view a master list of all our Library of Things items.
Items Available
Nature Backpacks
Grinnell Library has nature backpacks available for check-out in the Children’s Room. We have children’s backpacks courtesy of the Adirondack Mountain Club and family backpacks courtesy of the Dutchess Land Conservancy.
The library lends nature backpacks to patrons who have library cards in good standing (not blocked). Checkout is limited to one per household. The lending period is 2 weeks, and the backpack cannot be renewed or reserved. Backpacks are available on a first-come, first served basis.
– Adirondack Mountain Club Backpacks List
– Dutchess Land Conservancy Backpacks List
Visit our seed library where patrons are invited to both take and donate seeds, hosted by Carnwath Community Farming.
Carnwath Community Farming, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Wappingers Falls, NY, 100% volunteer run. Within the nearly 100-acre Carnwath Farms Historic Site & Park overlooking the Hudson River, they manage 10 acres for the community. They offer garden plots, grow produce and flowers for donation, and host workshops and gatherings that educate, inspire, and connect people.
Click here to learn more!
If you would like to donate an item to the Library of Things, email l.beaumont@grinnell-library.org with a description and image of the item. Please note, we do not accept drop-off donations.