Library of Things
Welcome to our Library of Things Reservation System. From this page you can reserve Special Items and review your reservations. There are a limited number of items available to borrow, so you are limited on how many things you can reserve at a time. Reservations may be made in person, online, or by calling the library at 631-363-6133 ext. 5.
Loan Period and Fines from Bayport-Blue Point Public Library’s Circulation Policies:
- Library of Things items circulate for 3 days and are eligible NOT for renewal.
- Overdue items will be fined $10 per day.
- Each family is allowed to reserve a maximum of Four Things per 60 days.
- All items must be checked out using an Adult library card.
- All items must be checked out with a library card in good standing (i.e. no overdue items or outstanding fees.)
* For Tables & Chairs please contact the library for reservations.
What is a Library of Things?
Library of Things is a special collection of items that you might use on a limited basis or would have trouble storing at home, and are able to take out without needing to purchase. After reviewing the guidelines below, choose “I ACCEPT” to make a reservation.
Library of Things Lending Agreement
Proper Use and Liability:
Please use care when handling all materials from the Library of Things collection. The borrower is solely responsible for all items checked out and will be billed for reasonable repair or replacement costs associated with damage or loss of items and/or peripherals due to neglect or abuse. All items are to be returned in the same condition as they were borrowed, barring normal wear and tear. The Library has sole discretion in assessing the condition of an item.
The Library is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage that may occur from use of Library of Things items.
Prior to borrowing an item from the Library of Things collection, all patrons will be required to sign a Library of Things Lending Agreement.
The responsibility to protect against loss/damage is the borrower’s. Library staff will inspect items in the collection prior to borrowing and again upon return.
