Library of Things

Your Library is more than just books and movies! Discover all the unique items available for loan in our Library of Things collection!

Resource	Description
	Adventure Kits 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. Check out skateboards, yoga mats, hiking gear and more! Place a hold.
	Baking Supplies Why spend money on adorable novelty cake pans or custom cookie cutters you’ll only use once? Check them out from the Library! Browse our selection of cake pans, cookie cutters, candy molds and decorating supplies and start baking! Place a hold.
	Bike Locks Borrow a bike lock to secure your bike while you enjoy time at the library! Bike locks are intended for library users only and should not leave the property. Certain rules apply. See Here.
	Board Games The perfect way to relax with your family and friends! Borrow a selection of board and card games from your Library! We are currently taking donations of new or nearly new board games. Email us for more information. Place a hold.
	Bubble Machine This battery-operated automatic bubble maker can blow bubbles in a 360 degree rotation and provides hours of fun for the entire family! Also great for creating a joyful atmosphere at gatherings such as weddings, parties, birthdays, and more! Place a hold.
	Disc Golf Grab a Disc Golf set from the Library and visit the free disc golf course at Homewood Park in Orillia! Includes weighted discs and a how-to guide to get you started at this fun outdoor sport that combines the best of frisbee and golf. Place a hold.
	External CD/DVD Drive Lacking a DVD or CD drive on your computer and want to listen to CDs, watch movies, copy files, back-up data, or burn files? Then borrow our External CD/ DVD Drive! (*Can only play and read DVDs and CDs, not Blu-Rays.) Place a hold.
	Hotspot WiFi Kit A Wireless Hotspot is a device that allows you to connect your mobile enabled devices (e.g. laptop, smartphone, tablet, etc.) to the Internet. The Wireless Hotspots are available for borrowing by adults (19+) with an active adult Orillia Public Library card for a 2 week period, no renewals. Start with an introductory lesson in the Library, and then take the kit home for two weeks to go online and practice your new technology skills! Place a hold.
	iPad Kit Try out a tablet by borrowing one of OPL's iPad Kits! The iPad comes preloaded with a selection of Library based and general Apps. iPads are available for borrowing by adults (19+), with an active adult Orillia Public Library card in good standing for a two week period, no renewals. Place a Hold.
	iPad Hotspot Kits Get started using a tablet and accessing the internet from anywhere with our iPad Hotspot Kits! Start with an introductory lesson in the Library, and then take the kit home for two weeks to go online and practice your new technology skills! Place a hold.
	Karaoke Machine Want to bring your party to the next level? Show off your singing skills with our karaoke machine! Comes with 2 microphones and leads, and a scart lead to connect to a TV or monitor. Place a hold.
	Kill A Watt Meter Borrow a Kill A Watt meter to help you to determine how much energy is being used by your appliances! We have ten available for loan courtesy of Orillia Power. All you need is your library card! Place a hold.
	Launchpads Launchpads are educational tablets, pre-loaded with apps, videos, and games that cover a wide range of subjects and themes. They are easy to use, require no Internet connection, and are great for independent learning at home and on-the-go. Special thanks to The Hudak Family for their generous donation which made this collection possible. Place a hold.
	Light Therapy Lamps Borrow a HappyLight Light Therapy Lamp! These lamps mimic sunlight to enhance mood, energy, sleep & focus - but without the UV rays and are ideal for indoor lifestyles when you're not getting enough healthy light in your daily routine. They help improve your sleep, boost your energy and enhance your mood. Place a hold.
	Nintendo Switch Games Borrow Nintendo Switch games for free with your library card! View our collection to place a hold!
	Nordic Walking Poles FitLife Nordic walking poles allow your arms to help propel you forwards and upwards, whether walking on flat ground or hiking uphill, the poles can help to keep your balance, improve stability and increase your average speed. They can also reduce compressive force on the knees by up to 25 percent. Place a hold.
	Ontario Parks Pass We have partnered with Ontario Parks to offer Provincial Park day pass vehicle permits. Visit more than 100 provincial parks across our beautiful province! Passes can be borrowed for 7 days and is valid for 1 vehicle and its passengers. Please visit the Ontario Parks website to plan your visit. Place a hold.
	Page Magnifier The page magnifier offers an exceptionally large viewing field so that you are able to see an entire page at once. Great for reading books, magazines, newspapers, documents, maps, etc. Twelve dimmable LED lights provide amazing clarity to help you see finer details without eyestrain. Place a hold.
	Pickle Ball Kit Try your hand at pickleball, one of the fastest growing sports in North America! This set comes with two paddles and four balls in a handy carrying bag. Place a hold.
	Portable Projector Simple and easy-to-use, this portable projector has a projection size range of 30 to 120 inches between the projector and the wall to achieve the perfect viewing size. You can conveniently connect this phone projector to a Laptop, Smartphone, TV Box, TV Stick, PS4, PS5, XBOX, USB stick(2.0), sound bar, etc. Place a hold.
	Puzzles If you love puzzles, be sure to check out our collection! Place a hold.
	Radon Detector Curious about the amount of radon in your home? Borrow one of our radon detectors to find out more about the air you breathe and lower your exposure to radon. Place a hold.
	Seed Library "Borrow" from our Seed Library! 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.) Stop by and browse our collection or request seeds online.
	Simple Music Player The Simple Music Player was designed specifically for those with dementia and and is also of benefit to those with Alzheimer's, or stroke patients. It is extremely easy to use even when a lack of dexterity is an issue and comes preloaded with 230 big band tunes. Place a hold.
	Spike Ball Spikeball is easy to learn! After 10 minutes you'll be hitting monster spikes and making amazing points. All you need is four people and some open space. People play on the beach, in their backyard, the basement, gym class, you name it. The game is as competitive as you want to be. Play casually or for keeps! Place a hold.
	Tackle Share Fishing Gear Through the TackleShare program, new and young anglers have the opportunity to go fishing at no cost. Sign out a fishing rod and reel, and tackle box with various lures and bobbers for a one week loan. Fishing rods are available for loan from May-September. Learn more.
	Tools Make hanging things easier with a stud finder or a laser level! Need to borrow a basic toolkit? We've got you covered! Visit our website to find out more information about these items and to place a hold.
	Vitality Kits for Seniors Explore our collection of Vitality Kits which can help senior citizens improve their quality of life. These kits can improve dexterity, memory and physical fitness . Vitality Kits have been made possible through a generous grant from the Patti Cox Senior's Fund awarded by the Community Foundation of Orillia and Area. Place a hold.
	White Noise Machine Borrow a Yogasleep Dohm Natural Sound Machine! It features a fan-based natural white noise with two speed options for adjustable tone and volume to create a personalized sound environment. This helps mask noise for a better sleep, soothing your baby, tinnitus relief, respite from noisy snorers and a way to relax your barking dog. Place a hold.
	Wye Marsh Family Day Pass We are pleased to partner with the Wye Marsh to offer Family Day Passes to our members. Passes can be borrowed for 7 days and each pass is valid for up to two adults and two children. (Please note: Passes cannot be renewed.) Please visit the Wye Marsh website for directions and up-to-date information about your visit. Place a hold.
	Yoto Player and Cards Yoto Players are the ultimate screen-free audio player for kids age 3-12+. Built to inspire imagination and independence, Yoto offers a world of stories, music, learning and adventure in a safe, kid-friendly way. Simply pop in a Yoto card and let the fun begin—anytime, anywhere! No microphone. No camera. No ads. We also have a collection of cards you can borrow if you already own a Yoto Player. Place a hold.