Check out our collection of non-traditional library items.
- Most Things cannot be held—available on a first-come, first-served basis
- No renewals
- Limit one per household
- Must be 16 or older to check out most Things.
- See Fines & Fees for late, lost, or damaged items.
Browse the Library of Things Collection
Crafts
Creative projects and hands-on activities for makers of all ages.
Loan Period: 2 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Holdable: Yes
Browse CollectionEarly Learning Kits
Themed learning kits that encourage early literacy, exploration, and play.
Loan Period: 3 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Holdable: Yes
Browse CollectionExplore Passes
Visit museums and attractions at no cost with passes made possible through the Friends of the Oconomowoc Public Library and private donors.
Loan Period: 3 Days
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: No
Browse CollectionGames
Board games, card games, and family favorites for game nights and gatherings.
Loan Period: 2 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Holdable: Yes
Browse CollectionHotspots
Portable Wi-Fi hotspots for internet access wherever you need it.
Loan Period: 1 Week
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: No
Browse CollectionInstruments
Try a musical instrument before you buy or learn something new.
Loan Period: 2 Weeks
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: Yes
Browse CollectionMemory Care Kits
Specially designed kits with activities that promote engagement and meaningful interaction.
Loan Period: 3 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Holdable: Yes
Browse CollectionPuzzles
A growing collection of jigsaw puzzles for all ages and experience levels.
Loan Period: 3 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Holdable: No
Browse CollectionRokus
Streaming devices preloaded with library-selected services and content. These kits are made possible by a generous grant from the Oconomowoc Area Foundation.
Loan Period: 1 Week
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: No
Browse CollectionSTEM Kits
Hands-on learning experiences focused on science, technology, engineering, and math.
Loan Period: 1 Week
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: Yes
Browse CollectionTechnology
Borrow devices and equipment such as scanners, translators, CD players, and more.
Loan Period: 2 Weeks
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: Yes
Tools
Useful tools for home projects, repairs, testing, and DIY tasks such as radon detectors, metal detectors, and power meters.
Loan Period: 2 Weeks
Age Requirement: 16+
Holdable: Yes
Yoto Players
Screen-free audio players that pair with story and activity cards for children.
Loan Period: 3 Weeks
Age Requirement: All Ages
Holdable: Yes
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