Explore Collection
We have more than books! Don't buy when you can borrow a variety of items to enhance your everyday life, all with your MYLink library card. From science and technology to art supplies and game boxes, the Library of Things is designed to help you explore new hobbies, complete home projects, or enjoy a unique experience—all without the expense of purchasing items yourself. Have a question or suggestion for Library of Things? Contact us here.
Simply browse our collection in the catalog, reserve your item, and pick it up at your local branch. With our easy borrowing process, you can start exploring new possibilities in no time!
Flip Kits by Age
Check out our flip kits, designed to help young kids learn and have fun. Each kit includes a book and activities for kids from infants to 3rd grade. Available in many languages, these kits are free to borrow at libraries around Houston!
FAQS
Library of Things is a browsable collection available only in our catalog. To borrow, select your item(s) and pickup location, then wait for notification that your items are ready! Borrow up to 5 Library of Things per category for a three-week period per MYLink card. Items must be picked up at your selected location's customer service desk. Hold lockers and BOOKLink kiosks cannot be used.
Hold lockers and BOOKLink kiosks cannot be used. Library of Things containers must be picked up and returned to Central or a Neighborhood Library.
If borrowed items are returned in unusable condition (e.g., too many missing or broken pieces), customers may be charged a fee to their account after check-in.
We invite you to share your experience by completing the customer satisfaction survey. You can also learn about new items added to the collection by signing up for the Library of Things newsletter. Have a question or suggestion for Library of Things? Contact us here.
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