So you want to see if the kids like camping, but you don’t want to spend money on equipment you may only use once. Or you’re installing a new sink in the kitchen and need a jigsaw -- something you’ve never needed before -- to cut intricate curves in a section of countertop. And what about that new cabinet you bought that requires Allen keys that you don’t own? Instead of spending money on items you may never use again, you can borrow them from the Lendery (A Library of Things). A joint venture of York Region, Newmarket Public Library and York Region Makers, the Lendery acts as a library where you can borrow a wide range of items.
You can reserve Lendery items for curbside pickup. Look at what is available to borrow from the Lendery in the Library's catalogue. We will contact you when items are ready to pickup.
Donate your tools and things
We need your help to build and maintain a Lendery that will benefit our community. If you have any gently used or new items you would like to donate to the Lendery, please call 905-953-5110 to arrange a drop off time.
Our donation wishlist includes:
Hand Tools |
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Power Tools |
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Lawn and Garden Tools |
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Party Supplies |
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Small Kitchen Appliance |
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Camping Items (no tents or sleeping bags) |
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Sports Equipment |
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Other |
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Donation Guidelines
- Items must fall under one of the above wishlist categories.
- Donors must be able to unload and carry their donations to the drop-off point.
- Items must either work, be repairable, or contain parts that can be used to make repairs on similar items.
- Items must not contain hazardous waste (gas, oil, pesticides, etc.).
- Gas-powered tools are not accepted.
- Items must not be modified or missing key components.
Other places accepting donated items |
| If you have items that do not fall into the Lendery wishlist, you may want to try these other locations in Newmarket that accept donated items.
Visit their Mission Thrift Store for information on donations
Salvation Army Thrift Store
Value Village 130 Davis Drive, Newmarket L3Y 2N1 |