The library's temporary locations are at the Beech Street Center and the E.C. Benton Library. For more information, including hours of operation, please click here.

Library of Things

The Library of Things is a growing collection of non-traditional items that can be checked out the same way as ordinary library media. Current items available for checkout include e-readers, gaming and entertainment consoles, and digital conversion hardware. Be on the lookout for new additions coming soon!

Belmont cardholders can check the availability and place a hold on any of our things by clicking on its image. You can also call the reference desk, 617-993-2870, for more information or assistance.

Sewing Machine
Wacom Drawing Tablet
Tracer Projector
Paper Punch Set
Yarn Ball Winder
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Photo Scanner
Slide Scanners
VHS Player
VHS to Digital File Converter
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Bluetooth Speaker
Kindles
Nintendo Switch Consoles
Projector
Record Players
Ukulele
Rokus
Bocce Ball Set
Spike Game Set
Disc Golf Set
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Bionoculars
Digital Microscope
Telescope
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Calculator
Laptops
Phone Chargers
Slide with image of USB-C laptop charger with text: :Use your USB-C laptop all day with these chargers!" Includes text box that reads: "In Library Use Only, see the Reference staff to check out this item".
Laptop Charger
Dell Chargers
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Wifi Hotspots
Light Therapy Lamp
Magnifying Glass
Paper Shredder
Paper Shredder
White Noise Machine
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