Library Services

Library of Things

The Airdrie Public Library offers more than books for loan. Library users can borrow unique items from our growing Library of Things without a financial investment. All you need is your FREE Airdrie Public Library card.

20 Sponsored by Kiwanis Club of Airdrie Foothills, 10 sponsored by Qualico Communities

Each backpack contains toys and books related to the theme. 

These backpacks can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

Sponsored by Marigold Library System

Each backpack contains toys and books related to the theme. 

These backpacks can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

Sponsored by the John & Peggy Graham Fund for Early Literacy

Each backpack contains toys and books related to the theme. 

These backpacks can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

Sponsored by the Airdrie Lions Club

These musical instruments can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

  • Band in a Box 
    • Set includes 1 tambourine, 2 cymbals, 2 maracas, 1 clacker, 1 tone block and hammer, 1 triangle and striker
    • 4 sets are available
  • Drum
    • Includes one 8 inch two sided drum with an adjustable strap and 2 wooden drumsticks
    • Drum has a wooden frame and leather head.

  • Hand Drum
    • Includes one 8 inch hand drum, one 10 inch hand drum and 2 wooden drumsticks
    • Drums have wooden frames and synthetic heads.

 
  • Roll Up Keyboard 
    • Includes a flexible rainbow roll up keyboard with 49 keys and a USB charger
    • 2 keyboards are available
  • Xylophone 
    • Includes a metal and wooden 15 tone xylophone and 2 wooden mallets
    • 2 xylophones are available

Sponsored by the John & Peggy Graham Fund for Early Literacy

Each kit contains a book and a related toy or activity.

These kits can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

Each kit contains a book and toys, games, or activities to help children prepare for kindergarten.

These kits can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

These items can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

Sponsored by Marigold Library System

Each backpack contains toys and books related to the theme. 

These backpacks can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

Sponsored by Qualico Communities

Each backpack contains books and toys, games or activities related to the theme.

These items can only be borrowed at the Airdrie Public Library by those with a valid library card.  Borrowers must sign a user agreement to borrow these items.  Items must be returned to a staff member at the Customer Service Desk.

  • HappyLight (light therapy lamp)
    • Verilux HappyLight LUMI Therapy Lamp: a light therapy lamp with 3 adjustable brightness levels of full-spectrum, UV-free light with clinically proven 10,000 lux intensity. Designed to boost your mood, improve your sleep, enhance your focus, and kickstart your energy.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.
  • Sleep Trainer Clock 
    • Not sure if a sleep trainer clock will work for your child? Try one out first! All-in-one kids sleep trainer clock, alarm clock, night light & sleep sounds machine. Helps kids learn when it's time to go to sleep and wake up.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.
  • UWALK Pedometer (2)
    • Provided for Marigold Member Libraries by The Faculty of Physics

 

  • Polyhedral Dice (6 sets)
    • Includes 7 dice: 1 d20, 1 d12, 2 d10 (00-90 and 0-9), 1 d8, 1 d6, 1 d4
    • These items are available only to Airdrie Public Library customers.

  • Light Pad
    • LED light pad for tracing, stenciling, calligraphy, diamond painting, sketching/drawing, and more.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Regular Crochet Hooks
    • Set of 14 crochet hooks with ergonomic handles (sizes: 2.25mm, 2.75mm, 3.25mm, 3.75mm, 4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm. 5.5mm, 6mm, 6.5mm, 7mm, 8mm, 9mm & 10mm)
    • Great for learning how to crochet.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Large Crochet Hooks
    • Set of 5 large crochet hooks (sizes 12 mm, 15 mm, 18 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm)
    • Great for projects requiring bigger sizes you may not have at home.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Regular Knitting Needles
    • Set of 10 pairs of knitting needles (sizes 3 mm, 3.5 mm, 4 mm, 4.5 mm, 5 mm. 5.5 mm, 6 mm, 8 mm, 9 mm, 10 mm)
    • Great for learning how to knit.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Large Knitting Needles
    • Set of 3 pairs of large knitting needles (sizes 15 mm, 20 mm, 25 mm)
    • Great for projects requiring bigger sizes you may not have at home.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Knitting Loom Set
    • Set of 4 different sized looms, a metal hook, and a plastic needle
    • Make hats with this easy-to-use loom even if you don't have any knitting experience. Four looms are included in this set so you can have fun creating adorable hats for a baby or warm, comfy hats for an adult.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Yarn Winder
    • Turn skeins of yarn into neat yarn cakes using this hand operated yarn ball winder.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Pom-Pom Makers
    • Set of 4 different sized pom-pom makers (diameter sizes 1 3/8 inch, 2 1/2 inch, 1 3/4 inch and 3 3/8 inch) to make it easier and save time making pom-poms for knitting, crocheting and other crafting projects.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Handheld Thermal Imaging Camera (Donated by the Shannon Family)
    • Use for home heating and heat loss detection, water leak detection, and more.
    • This item is available only to Airdrie Public Library customers.

  • Kill A Watt EZ Power Meter (Donated by Fortis Alberta)
    • Consumer device used to measure the quality and quantity of electricity that everyday household appliances use.
    • This item is available only to Airdrie Public Library customers.
  • Multimeter 
    • Measures AC/DC Voltage, DC current, resistance, and diode. Useful tool for solving household electrical issues.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Radon Detector
    • Corentium Home digital radon detector: Simple, always-on radon detector with short and long-term radon levels displayed on integrated LCD display.
    • This item is available only to Airdrie Public Library customers.
    • This item is unavailable between May 1 and September 30 as radon readings are less accurate during the summer.

  • Soil Tester (2)
    • Sonkir 3-in-1 Soil Moisture/Light/pH Tester: Test soil moisture, pH value and sunlight level of plant. It helps you specialize in grasping when you need to water your plant.
    • These items may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Stud Finder
    • Zircon Stud Sensor HD55 Stud Finder: Can locate edges of wood or metal studs up to 19mm deep. Includes a digital stud finder with LCD display, and a small level.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Handheld Blacklight
    • Small 9V UV flashlight to check for pet stains, help children learn how to wash their hands, etc.
    • This item may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Disc Golf set
    • Disc Golf beginner set for 2. Includes 2 driver discs, 2 mid-range discs, 2 putter discs, and a mini marker.
    • These items may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.

  • Pickleball set 
    • Pickleball set for 4. Includes 4 paddles, 2 indoor ball, and 2 outdoor balls.
    • These items may be borrowed by anyone with a valid library card within TRAC.