Public computers, Wi-Fi, and printers?

We’re using ‘em.

Def wait, what?

Animated characters from the show "Arthur" dancing in a library with the quote "Having fun isn't hard, when you've got a library card!" at the bottom

That’s right!

(I was shocked, too.)

Local libraries have about a zillion things to offer, and it doesn’t stop at books.

Mara Wilson, as Matilda from the film "Matilda," and says, "Oh yes, I love to read."

They also have button makers, sewing machines, leather working tools, a Cricut cutter, and more.

Ummm, so cool.

Here’s what other redditors had to share:

1.“Telescope.

A young boy, wearing a jacket with "458" on it, looks through a telescope at a "Space Club" event, while an adult hand points in the direction he is looking

I checked it out when my 7-year-old cousin came to visit.”

“I thought the fishing poles available to check out were pretty cool.”

u/JayneT70

And if your library doesn’t have them:“Check out TackleShare.

A laser cutting machine with its top open, showing a piece of wood partially inserted for cutting

You still need a fishing license except on free fishing days when Im sure they are super popular.”

u/Agile-Singer-754

3. u/Pokedea_Quidnunc

4.

“My library has a 3D printer and a Glowforge that you might use in the library.”

A professional photography studio setup with large lights, softboxes, and a white backdrop, ready for a photoshoot

“Library passes for our town’s local and NYC museums (NJ library).

Knife sharpener, video to digital converter, upholstery cleaner, drill set, plus more.”

u/Pkustki

6.

A woman looks at a Seed Lending Library cabinet with drawers labeled for different seeds. Signs on the cabinet offer information and instructions

“A recording room!

“I was recently at a library in Montana that lent out cake pans of different shapes!”

That is definitely the most useful.”

A person wearing oven mitts places a tray of freshly baked muffins, some with visible berries, into an oven with more muffins baking on a rack above

u/reptomcraddick

10.

“Chromebook, laptop, and hotspot bundles.

Also, memory kits for seniors.”

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u/Kit3399

11.

“Our library has a secondary branch, which is a toy library.

You do have to pay a membership fee, but you might really get your money’s worth.

A yarn ball winder secures a red yarn ball on a table. Background includes shelves with books and a visible white cable

1,900 toys, games, puzzles, costumes, and ride-ons.”

u/Mycatissnootsy

13.

Also, VHS to DVD converter."

A woman operates a spinning wheel for weaving. She focuses on her work with various tools and materials in the background

u/Spelltomes

14.

We have a large library of things, but that is one of the most popular.

We used to have inflatable kayaks, but the liability insurance became too much.

Peter Gallagher and Chrissy Metz sing karaoke on stage, holding microphones and looking at each other, with karaoke lyrics displayed in the background

We also have rental bikes spring through fall."

“Spinning wheels and carding machines, or everything it’s crucial that you DJ an event.

Plus, we have a $5 free computer printing credit every month.

A small gardening trowel and a bulb planter with a red handle are placed on a pile of straw next to some flower bulbs

u/AmiedesChats

17.

“I checked out akaraokemachine today for a party this weekend.”

“Fitness equipment.”

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u/Funny_Dinner9936

19.

“One of mine has a Library of Things.

Just stuff that you might need once in a while but not every day.”

Gobo Fraggle and Red Fraggle from Fraggle Rock are behind a bar counter with two milkshakes in front of them

u/toapoet

20.

“One-off tools are great.

My town library has a pole digger and a bulb planter that Ive borrowed.

I had to fix a fence post, and I planted about 700 bulbs when I moved in.

“Mine has all sorts of things!

Tools, sewing machines, air fryers, candy molds, camping equipment, the list goes on.

u/larkerene

22.

“We started having yard games people can borrow.

So far it seems to be working out.

Come check out cornhole or lawn darts. "

At my mom’s library system, they have American Girl Dolls.”

u/moopsy75567

24.“Puppets.”

“Not trying to be a smart aleck, but BOOKS.

All that other stuff is cool, but books are another person’s thoughts.

That’s unbelievable magic.

Books can change your brain, change your life, and maybe even stash your life.

u/RespectableStreet

“The curation of knowledge goes beyond books.

I recently did a STEM class with some fifth graders, and one kid exclaimed, ‘Look!

Im using a screwdriver!

Ive never used tools before!’

Ill be riding that high for a long time.”

u/MamaMoosicorn

Note: Submissions have been edited for length and/or clarity.