Home Movie Kits

Comes with a portable projector and hangable 120 inch screen - play movies, tv, games and more inside or outside!

Vinyl Record Players

Portable record player with built in speakers.

DVD Players

Portable DVD players - great for playing borrowed DVDs from the library or using with the Home Movie Kits.

Nintendo Classic

Plug and play console preloaded with 30 classic NES games!

Super Nintendo Classic

Plug and play console preloaded with 21 classic SNES games!

Sega Genesis Mini Console

Plug and play and with 40 classic Genesis games.

Atari Flashback Gold

Preloaded, classic Atari system that is plug and play. Comes with 120 games.

Playstation Classic

Plug and play version of the classic Playstation video game system. Includes 20 classic games, including Grand Theft Auto, Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil Director's Cut, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six, and more.

Nintendo Switch

A Nintendo Switch video game system! Includes console, dock, 4 Joy-Con controllers and carrying case.

Button Maker Kit

Make your own 2.25 inch pin-back buttons! Includes button machine, circle cutter, and 10 complimentary buttons. Additional buttons available to purchase - 10 pin-back buttons for $1.00, 10 magnet back buttons for $2.00.

Block Rocker Portable Speaker

An Ion Block Rocker Plus portable speaker, complete with aux, Bluetooth and radio capabilities. Set includes speaker with power cord, aux cable and microphone.

Mobile Internet Hotspot

A mobile Internet hotspot that uses the T-Mobile network. Limited to Ramsey residents and to borrowing once per month, per household.

Portable CD Player / Walkman

A CD Walkman for those who love listening to CDs in the car or at home but do not have a CD player. Comes with AUX cord, charger cord and can be played without headphones. Does not require online connection, great for portable listening!

Stud Finders

A stud finder is a handheld device used with wood buildings to locate framing studs located behind the final walling surface, usually drywall.

Infrared Thermometers

Tool used to measure the thermal radiation of surfaces or objects from a distance. NOT for medical use.

Air Quality Detectors

Indoor air quality monitor that assesses temperature in Celsius, humidity level, and multiple measures of air quality including formaldehyde, total natural & synthetic volatile organic compounds causing most odors (TVOC), and fine particulate dust matter (PM2.5/PM1.0/PM10).

Air Compressors

12V DC Portable Air Compressor Tire Inflator Pump with Digital Gauge for Car Bike Tires and Other Inflatables

Slide Scanner

Kodak Scanza Digital Film scanner: scan and save 35mm, 126, 110, Super 8, and 8mm negatives and slides

Portable Photo Scanner

Doxie portable, wireless scanner for photos and documents.

Paper Shredder

An Identity Guard model S105PZ paper shredder. Includes shredder and wastebasket.

Automotive Diagnostic Scanner

An Ancel AD310 On-Board Diagnostics II scanner used to read or erase a vehicle's diagnostic trouble codes. Includes diagnostic scanner, instructions manual and carrying case.

Coin Sorter

Sorts your coins into their separate denominations (quarters, dimes, nickels & pennies). Also displays the subtotal value for each denomination, as well as the overall total value of your coins.

Electricity Usage Monitor

The electricity usage monitor measures your home's electrical expenses by the day/week/month/year. Also checks the quality of your power in Volts, Current, Watts, Frequency, Power Factor and VA.

Water Quality Tester

Tests the quality / purity of your water. Features an easy to read digital LCD screen with clear results. Includes TDS meter, instructions manual and carrying case.

Floppy Disk Drive

An external drive that reads floppy disks. Compatible with Mac and Windows, and features USB 2.0 connection for easy plug and play. Includes floppy disk drive and instructions manual.

External CD / DVD Drive

An external optical drive that supports CD and DVD formats. Features read and write capabilities. Comes with drive, USB cables for computer setup and / or external power source, and instructions manual.

Metal Detector

A Tacklife MMD05 model metal detector. Features sensitivity, discrimination and pinpoint controls to broaden or limit your search. Includes metal detector with carrying case and instructions manual.

Laser Level

A Huepar model cross line laser level. Comes complete with magnetic pivoting base, laser target and user manual.

Electrical Test Kit

A Klein Tools electrical test kit. Comes complete with a 400A AC digital clamp meter, GFCI outlet tester, line splitter, test leads and instruction manual.

Electric Knife Sharpener

A Chef's Choice model 15XV 3-stage electric knife sharpener. Comes complete with user manual.

Pressure Washer

We have two models of pressure washer available. A Ryobi 1,800 psi 1.2 GPM. Includes Soap Applicator for Detergent Application. Also a Sun Joe SPX3001 model pressure washer. Comes complete with 5 nozzle attachments, detergent tank, garden hose adapter and instruction manual. We cannot guarantee which model you will receive when making a reservation.

Sewing Machine

A Brother GX37 sewing machine. Includes 6 foot attachments, spare needle set and instructional materials.

Elgato Video Capture

The Elgato Video Capture transfers video from analog sources (such as a VCR or camcorder) to your computer. Includes RCA cables, composite-to-SCART adapter and an instructions card.

Power Adapter and Converter

A Bestek model travel adapter and power converter. Includes 4 universal plug adapters and an instruction booklet.

Battery Life Checker

Check the battery life of your batteries with this easy to use tool.

Portable Solar Generator

A Jackery Explorer 300 portable power station with accompanying SolarSaga 100 folding solar panel. Features DC, USB, AC and Auxiliary ports for charging a variety of devices.

iPad

iPad available for borrow for anything you might need a tablet for. Additionally, these iPads have been loaded with trustworthy health information, health based apps and more.

McCulloch steam cleaner

Includes many different nozzles and accessories. ATTENTION: All items, especially tools and equipment, must be returned as it was received - clean, all water drained, and dry. If the item is returned in a condition that does not meet these requirements, the individual may be barred from borrowing any items from the Library of Things. This may be a temporary or permanent restriction and is at the discretion of the Library Director.

Portable Carpet Cleaner

A Bissel Little Green multi-purpose and portable carpet and upholstery cleaner. ATTENTION: All items, especially tools and equipment, must be returned as it was received - clean, all water drained, and dry. If the item is returned in a condition that does not meet these requirements, the individual may be barred from borrowing any items from the Library of Things. This may be a temporary or permanent restriction and is at the discretion of the Library Director.

Clothing Steam Cleaner

The PureSteam™ XL from Pure Enrichment steams clothes to get rid of wrinkles.

Smart Card Reader

A Smart Card Reader that allows you to read different types of information from debit, credit and other type of cards.

Digital Piano Keyboard

A Yamaha YPT-270 digital keyboard. Comes complete with music rest and "How To Play Keyboard" book.

Acoustic Guitar

An Ibanez acoustic guitar. Comes complete with Chord Buddy learning system and carrying case.

Magformers

Magnetic building blocks kit and shapes for learning the basics of building and creativty.

Telescopes

A Gskyer model telescope - comes complete with a tripod, 10mm & 25mm lens eyepieces and an additional phone attachment

Microscope

An AmScope model M150 biological microscope. Comes complete with 2 eyepieces and a box of prepared slides.

Snap Circuits Kits

Educational kit for learning about circuitry and electricity with over 100 different projects.

Sphero Robotics

Robotics kit featuring a circular robot that can be programmed to perform a variety of tasks, play games, navigate mazes, etc. Great tool for learning the basics of coding and application.

Code-A-Pillar

Code-a-pillar inspires little learners to be big thinkers by encouraging preschoolers to arrange the easy-to-connect segments in endless combinations, sending Code-a-pillar on his path. This learning toy encourages experimentation while developing important skills like problem solving, planning & sequencing and critical thinking.

Magformers Classic

Create 3D structures from 2D nets with the 30Pc magnetic building set. Follow the step-by-step idea booklet and pull-up tricks to build a ‘magic ball’, houses, towers and much more.

Magformers XL Cruiser

Create fast cars with lightweight XL magnetic building pieces. Use triangles, squares and hexagons to build cars and roadsters.

Magformers Carnival

Build fun carnival elements with this magnetic building set. Learn to build a Ferris wheel, Carousel and other great circus rides.

Magformers Designer

Create 3D models with magnetic geometric shapes. Includes over 60 pieces!

3D Doodler Pen

The 3Doodler Start allows you to draw 3D images with plastic! This kit includes the 3D pen, 1 pack of doodle plastic, and an activity guide.

Strawbees

Practice storytelling and problem-solving challenges with the Imagination Kit. Included are 400 pieces, a Pocketful of Ideas card deck, and an imagination sketchbook with instructions.

Makey Makey Kits

These kits can turn conductive objects into touchpads that interact with a computer or mobile device. Makey Makey is good for beginners learning about electricity as well as experts creating art, engineering or anything else.

Botley 2.0

Meet Botley, the code to fun! With Botley 2.0, kids as young as five learn to code in an easy, friendly way - that's completely screen-free! With new enhanced features, Botley 2.0 will have your kids coding in no time!

Super Magnet Lab

Get ready to explore the wide world around you with science discovery toys and tools that help kids build observation and critical thinking skills used by real scientists, school supplies,teacher supplies!

Playaway Launchpads

Playaway Launchpads are pre-loaded learning tablets for ages ranging from 3 to 10. We have launchpads to borrow on many different subjects: language, math, astronomy, reading, engineering, science and more.

Knitting Machine

Sentro knitting machine. Perfect for beginner knitters, you can create flat or round stitches in seconds by hand cranking. Simply thread the yarn into the spindle and turn the crank to knit your preferred style. 

Yarn Ball Winder

Stanwood Needlecraft winder for yarn, fiber, wood, and string. 

Toniebox Kit - Literary Classics

Tonieboxes are digital audio book players for kids with no screens. The players use Tonies or character figurines, which when placed on the Toniebox, will play stories, songs and more. This TonieBox is our Literary Classics kit, which includes Pete the Cat, Thomas the Train, Gruffalo, Dragons Love Tacos and Peppa Pig.

For ages 3 and up.

Toniebox Kit - Disney Princesses

Tonieboxes are digital audio book players for kids with no screens. The players use Tonies or character figurines, which when placed on the Toniebox, will play stories, songs and more. This TonieBox is our Disney Princess kit, which includes Belle, Rapunzel, Cinderella, Moana, Merida, Tiana, Pocahontas, Sleeping Beauty and Mulan.

For ages 3 and up.

Toniebox Kit - National Geographic

Tonieboxes are digital audio book players for kids with no screens. The players use Tonies or character figurines, which when placed on the Toniebox, will play stories, songs and more. This TonieBox is our National Geographic kit, which includes stories and information about different animals and topics. This kit includes the following topics: dinosaurs, Astronauts, Penguins and Whales.

For ages 3 and up.

Toniebox Kit - Pixar and Disney

Tonieboxes are digital audio book players for kids with no screens. The players use Tonies or character figurines, which when placed on the Toniebox, will play stories, songs and more. This TonieBox is our Pixar and Disney kit, which includes Stitch (Lilo & Stitch), Mr. Incredible (The Incredibles), Simba (The Lion King), Miguel (Coco), Woody (Toy Story) and Sullivan (Monsters Inc).

For ages 3 and up.

Green Screen Kit

Green Screen so when filming one can add their own backgrounds digitally.

Croquet Sets

Sport that involves hitting wooden or plastic balls with a mallet through hoops

Horseshoes Sets

Horseshoes is a lawn game played between two people using four horseshoes and two throwing targets set in a lawn or sandbox area.

Cornhole Sets (Bag Toss)

Cornhole is a lawn game in which players take turns throwing filled bags at a raised platform with a hole in the far end.

Bocce Ball Sets

The goal of Bocce Ball is to roll your bocce balls closer to the pallino (jack) ball than your opponent. Bocce can be played on most surfaces (grass or sand) as long as they are fairly smooth and flat.

Disc Golf Sets

Comes with six frisbee discs for two people to play disc/frisbee golf. Bring the kit to free to use courses in Mahwah and surrounding areas. List of local courses included.

Birdwatching Kit

Comes with a pair of Celstron binoculars, a Sibley’s Guide to Birds (East Coast), and a custom guide to local birdwatching locations.

Kubb

Also known as "Viking Chess," this is the yard game Kubb! The objective of the game is to knock over all of the opponent's wooden blocks using the wooden batons. Once accomplished, you must knock over the king to win! Comes complete with carrying case, instructions sheet and wooden blocks / stakes / batons.

Laser Tag

Laser tag sets with four laser guns and four vests.

Ping Pong

Play table tennis virtually anywhere with this portable ping-pong set! Includes retractable net that attaches to nearly any table, two paddles and three ping-pong balls.

Ring Toss

A complete set of ring toss. Includes cross base, pins, and rings (both plastic and rope).

Spikeball

A complete set of ring toss. Includes cross base, pins, and rings (both plastic and rope).

Portable Bubble Machine

Zerhunt portable bubble machine. Plug in or battery powered. 10,000+ bubbles per minute.

Badminton

An Aim Outdoor badminton set. Comes complete with net, 4 rackets and 2 birdies.

Kan Jam

Throw the disc into your opponent's goal to score points - the player with the highest score wins! A fun backyard game with easy setup. Includes Kan Jam goals, frisbee disc and instructions manual.

Ladder Toss

Throw the bolos onto the top, middle or bottom rung of the ladder to score points - the team with the highest score wins! A fun backyard game with easy setup.

Yard Pong

Yard Pong is a fun game that's great for the beach or backyard! Each player on a team tries to throw the ball into the opposing team's buckets - if a ball goes into a bucket, that bucket is removed from the game. The first team that makes all of the buckets first wins!

Toss and Catch

The classic toss & catch backyard game! Includes 4 paddles and 4 balls.

Pickleball Set

Portable Pickleball set including net, paddles and balls. Great for outdoor family fun.