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We now offer tool lending to customers at 6 of our libraries: Compton, Lancaster, Malibu, Norwalk, Rosemead, and San Fernando. Our tool lending program provides the community opportunities to check out tools and maker items at no cost. The inventory includes hammers, wrenches, electrical cords, cookware, sewing machines, gardening tools, power tools, and much more. Gangbao Edge Pressing
Due to space availability, not all libraries have the same set of tools. Please review the catalog to determine if the tool is in the library collection and call in advance of visiting. Each library has a printed catalog to browse in the library.
POWER TOOLS Cordless drill driver Drill & screwdriver bit set Orbital sander Belt sander Power washer
HAND TOOLS Claw hammer Ball pein hammer Dead blow hammer Rubber mallet Awl Nail puller Nail set / punches Pocket screwdriver Screwdriver set Precision screwdriver set Screw extractor set Drill bit set Socket set Adjustable wrench Monkey wrench Wood chisel set Staple gun Plier set 1 Plier set 2 Bolt cutter, 24 in. Bolt cutter, 14 in. Cable cutter Plier (tongue & groove) – 12 in. Pliers (tongue & groove) – 9.5 in. and 6.5 in. Hex key set Magnet, retrieving Light bulb changer kit
MEASURING AND LAYOUT Stud finder / Stud sensor Tape measure Laser level 48 in. level 24 in. level T-Square Square – combination Square – rafter Square – universal square Contour marking gauge Caliper, digital
CLAMPS AND JIGS Trigger clamp Bar clamp C-clamp 3-way edging clamp Spring clamp Locking pliers, Vise grip Hand screw clamp Assembly square Angle clamp Pocket hole jig
ELECTRICAL Extension cord – 25 feet Extension cord – 50 feet Extension cord – 100 feet Work light, LED Circuit breaker finder Multimeter Voltage detector Armored cable cutter Wire stripper / cutter Cable / wire tacker
GARDENING AND DIGGING Pruning shears Trowel Bulb planter Garden hoe Seed spreader Shovel Fruit picker Tamper
BIKE REPAIR Bike repair kit Bike pump Bike repair stand
SEWING AND CLOTHING REPAIR Sewing machine Sewing machine presser feet Seam ripper set Tape measure Fabric scissors Thread snips Cutting mat Buttonhole cutter Turner and pressing tool Tailors clapper Pressing ham Garment steamer Mending Kit
COOKING AND BAKING 6 in. round cake pan 8 in. round cake pan 9 in. round cake pan 8 in. square cake pan 9 in. x 13 in. cake pan Heart shaped cake pan, 10 in. 10 in. springform cake pan Muffin tin Bundt cake pan Cookie cutters Hand mixer
CRAFTING AND CREATING Hot glue gun Engraving tool Cricut Explore Air 2 Cricut basic tool set Jewelry making tool kit
AUTO REPAIR Auto engine code reader Oil filter wrench Wrench set Ratchet and socket set Pry bar set Portable work light
LA County Library cardholders over the age of 18 are eligible to borrow tools from the Tool Lending Library. Loan period for tools is seven (7) days and no more than six (6) tools can be checked out at one time, with a maximum of two (2) from the following list: drill driver, sanders, pressure washer, sewing machine, Cricut machine. Tools will not be sent to other libraries for pick up, and must be returned in-person to owning library. View the complete Tool Lending Library Borrower Agreement here.
LA County Library has a Tool Lending Library at the following library locations: Compton Library, Lancaster Library, Malibu library, Norwalk Library, Rosemead Library, and San Fernando Library.
Thank you for thinking of the library, but we are not accepting any donations of tools at this time.
Tools can be checked out for 7 days. Tools cannot be renewed.
No. Tools must be borrowed and returned to owning Tool Lending Library location and cannot be sent to other library locations.
No, due to space availability, not all libraries have the same set of tools. Please review the catalog to determine if the tool is in the library collection and call in advance of visiting. Each library has a printed catalog to browse in the library.
• Adult cardholder (18+ age) in good standing. • Borrowers must sign the Liability Waiver and Indemnification Form. • Only the person borrowing the tool shall use the tool.
Six (6) tools can be checked out at one time, with a maximum of two (2) from the following list: drill driver, sanders, pressure washer, sewing machine, Cricut machine.
Tools must be returned in-person to the lending library. Return the tools to a staff member. Do not return in the book drop.
The borrower acknowledges that they are capable of using the tool in a safe and proper manner. Library will include any instruction manuals. Library staff are unable to provide assistance with using the tools beyond the provided manufacturer’s instructions.
Only the tool is provided by the library. Borrower needs to supply all expendable materials such as staples for the staple gun, glue sticks for the hot glue gun, materials and mats for the Cricut machine, sandpaper for the sander, thread & notions for the sewing machine, and garden hose for the power washer. Please review notes in the catalog and inquire at the library.
Due to cost, space, and safety concerns, LA County Library is unable to have all desired tools in the Tool Lending Library. A selection of hand tools, creative tools, and repair tools are available.
This program is supported by the City of Malibu and the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act, administered in California by the State Librarian.
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Laptops in this kiosk can be checked out by customers with a LA County Library card in good standing. The laptop is due back in the kiosk before the library closes on the same day it is checked out.
If you do not return the laptop to the kiosk on the same day you check it out, your library account will be charged the full replacement cost of the laptop.
When you check out a laptop from this kiosk, you agree to use it within the library only. If you remove the laptop from the library, you may held criminally responsible for theft of the laptop and/or be charged the full replacement cost of the laptop.
You are responsible for the laptop and you agree that you will reimburse the LA County Library for any damages if the laptop is damaged, lost or stolen while checked out to you.
If you check out a laptop and it is damaged, you will give it to library staff immediately.
You must save to a removable storage device (such as a USB drive) since your work will not be saved to the laptop beyond your current checkout.
LA County Library will not be held responsible for any damage or loss of data or media due to any cause while you are using a laptop from this kiosk.
By using this laptop, you must adhere to the Library’s Acceptable Use Policy. Laptops are available at the following libraries:
Culver City Julian Dixon Library
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library
With your LA County Library card, you can download or stream eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, music, and movies on your computer, tablet, or phone. It's free and you'll never have to worry about overdue fines! You'll need a library card in good standing and a PIN to access most downloadable & streaming content.
The Consumer Health Information Program assists the public with medical research by providing information from reliable sources. Customers are invited to use the Norwalk Library collection which consists of books, magazines, videos, and online databases related to health topics. We also provide individualized research services.
Please be aware, we do not provide medical advice, nor are the materials we provide a substitute for a professional medical opinion.
We can provide you with information on topics such as:
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