The Library of Things is a collection of non-traditional library items that complement Kent Free Library’s mission of empowering the community through information, education, and recreation.
To borrow an item from the Library of Things, Portage Library Consortium cardholders must have a valid library account in good standing. Library accounts must be active, include a current address, and have less than $10.00 in fines and fees. Account types permitted to borrow from the Library of Things include Adult, Fine Free, Homebound, and Staff. Teacher and Homeschool account types are not permitted to borrow Library of Things items. However, teachers or homeschool adults may use a personal account to borrow these items.
Due to the costs and/or risks associated with some of these items, liability waivers are required before Library of Things items are borrowed. Signed waivers will be kept according to the Library’s Record Retention Policy.
Interlibrary loan is not permitted and the library will not send Library of Things items to other locations. Library of Things items shall be picked up at and returned to Kent Free Library’s Check Out Desk. Library of Things items should not be returned in the book drop or to other libraries.
Library of Things items may be borrowed for two weeks (14 days), with no renewals. Patrons are limited to borrowing one Library of Things item at a time per account. Library of Things items may be placed on hold by Kent Free Library cardholders.
The overdue fine for a Library of Things item is $5.00 per day. Patrons are responsible for costs associated with loss or damage of Library of Things items and/or any included accessories.
See attached for the Library of Things Liability Waiver.
Approved by the Board of Trustees: August 21, 2025