The Fox Lake District Library offers a collection of non-traditional items, known as the Library of Things (LoT), to provide educational, cultural, practical, and recreational materials for community members.
Fox Lake Library community members can borrow LoT items with a library card. The library offer items like tools, kitchen appliances, craft supplies, technology, and recreational equipment, to reduce waste and provide access to items used infrequently. They serve as a way to access goods without the commitment of purchasing them.
"The GoSports 90mm Bocce Set was designed to provide the ultimate 'free play' bocce experience.
Binoculars for adults and kids. These binoculars are fully competent and able to work for bird watching, hunting, hiking, travel, sports events, theater and concert. Fully multi-coated optics provide for a brighter view and sharp images.
A circulating book bag is a reusable library bag available for checkout, allowing patrons to conveniently carry multiple books. It promotes eco-friendly practices and makes transporting borrowed materials easier.
An early literacy kit is a themed set of books, activities, and learning tools designed to help young children develop reading and language skills. Each kit includes engaging materials that promote hands-on learning and parent-child interaction.
Cost of electricity can really hit you where it hurts. Now with Kill A Watt you can reduce energy costs and identify the real energy abusers. Simply plug an applicance into the Kill A Watt and it will assess how efficient they really are.
A Launchpad by Playaway is a pre-loaded tablet designed for interactive learning. It offers ad-free educational apps, games, and videos tailored to different age groups and subjects.
The Perkins Digital Talking Book Player is used to play audio books stored on USB flash-drive cartridges.
"ieGeek...portable DVD player has a full 16.9" size and inner 14.1" wide screen. It's just the right size for you to use in the car, park, and home.
The Toniebox offers screen-free entertainment that sparks creativity and cognitive skills in kids. Simply place a Tonie figure on top to access endless stories, music, and learning content.
Looking to travel abroad or across the US? Our travel kit is the perfect companion for flights and whatever else you may discover on your journey.
This 5 in 1 multi-fuction stud finder is equipped with upgraded sensor chips. It can accurately and quickly locate the studs, metals, pipes and live AC wires hidden behind walls, floors and ceilings.
A Wonderbook by Playaway is a print book with a built-in audiobook player. Kids can listen and read along as they flip through the pages, enhancing literacy skills. It's durable, portable, and perfect for engaging young readers.