Library of Extraordinary Things
Borrow the Unexpected!
Ready to explore new hobbies, expand your skills, and create something amazing?
Why buy items you’ll only use occasionally? Borrow, try, and dive into your next project today! Browse by category to get started.
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EPL Research Tools to Use with Your Item
Consumer Reports: grants access to Consumer Reports’ unbiased product and service ratings and recommendations.
Creativebug: offers over 1,000 online arts and crafts video classes taught by recognized design experts and artists. App available for iOS and Android devices.
Hobbies and Craft Source: explores subject areas including arts & crafts, games & electronics, models, needlework, outdoors & nature, and scrapbooking & paper craft.
LinkedIn Learning: helps anyone learn software, technology, creative, and business skills through online video tutorials. App available for iOS and Android devices.
- App Access: Click Sign in and then click “Sign in with your library card” then enter the library ID: elmhurstpubliclibrary click continue then enter your EPL library card number and PIN.
New York Times Cooking: grants access to the NYT News and Audio Apps, New York Times Games, New York Times Cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic can be accessed using a 24-hour access code from anywhere.