Cool Things to Borrow

Our Adventure Kits let you discover the world in new and different ways!  Kids can follow their passions and explore with interactive models, specialized toys and discover guides.  Teens can check out skateboards, yoga mats, hiking gear and more!  Educators will find kits to match modules for Grades K-12 including Emergent Literacy, Early Math  Concepts, STEM modules, LGBTQA and Truth and Reconciliation.  View a list of Adventure Kits.

Learn more about local history, culture and art through the Cultural Places Pass program! Passes are organized through Sumac, Simcoe County's cultural network. Your library card entitles you to become a "Friend For The Day" at various Sumac locations.  Passes normally runs from May to October, however, no plans for 2020 have been finalized at this time.

Participating institutions are as follows:

• Collingwood Museum (Collingwood): Free membership for the day for individual or group. (Donation admission is waived.)  10% off for purchases on most items in the gift shop.
• Huronia Museum (Midland): Free family admission (two adults and two children) to the museum and village for the day.
• Leacock Museum and National Historic Site (Orillia): Free Family Membership for the Day. Free admission for up to a carload of guests during regular open hours. 
• MacLaren Art Centre (Barrie): Free MacLaren Membership (Family Category). Free admission to MacLaren Family Sunday workshops, Sundays 1:30 to 3:00 pm. Register in person at 1:00 at the MacLaren front desk for that day's Family Workshop. 10% discount for any art classes/camps at the Gallery. 10% discount on purchases from the gift shop.
• Museum on the Boyne (Alliston): Free Family Membership for a day. Family of four gets into the museum for free and can sign up for museum programs at the member discount price.
• Nancy Island Historic Site (Wasaga Beach): Pass can be redeemed for a free Nancy Island guide booklet and decal plus 10% off in the gift shop.
• Orillia Museum of Art and History (Orillia): Free Family Membership for the day.  (Donation admission is waived.)
• Simcoe County Museum (Minesing): Free Family Membership for the Day. Free admission for up to a carload of guests during regular open hours including special event days. 

Who May Reserve Passes?

Adults and teens who have valid Orillia Public Library cards, or visitors who obtain temporary cards may reserve passes. Passes will only be distributed to the person who made the reservation. You cannot pick up a pass for a friend or family member.

You may book only one pass for use on any one day.

How do I Reserve a Pass?

Passes should be booked in advance. Passes may be booked online or in person (at the 2nd Floor Information Desk) up to 60 days in advance. You will need to enter your library card number to reserve a pass using the online form.

How Often May I Reserve a Pass?

You may reserve one pass per cultural institution during a 30-day period.

Where do I Pick Up My Pass?

Passes must be picked up at the 2nd Floor Information Desk at the Library. Staff will provide you with the pass you have reserved and stamp it to validate it.

If you have any questions regarding the Cultural Passes program, please email us or call 705-325-2556.

Grab a Disc Golf set from the Library and visit the free disc golf course at Homewood Park in Orillia!  Includes weighted discs and how-to guide to get you started at this fun outdoor sport that combines the best of frisbee and golf. Visit the Family Department to borrow or place a hold.

Stop by and "borrow" from our Seed Library! Plant your seeds and let them grow! If your plants produce seeds, bring some back for others to borrow. Sign out up to 3 packages per person for free! (Library membership is not required)