New Additions to the Tool Library
You asked for it, I bought it!
Got Projects? Pests? Parties? The Tool Library Has You Covered!
Do you have critters you’d love to relocate? Has all this rain turned your basement into a pond? When was the last time you cleaned your dryer vent or chimney? If you’re shaking your head (or looking sheepish), don’t worry! The Ashby Free Public Library's Tool Library is here to help!
We’ve got have-a-heart traps for those pesky unwelcome visitors, a sump pump to help with water woes, and a dryer vent cleaner kit that’ll make your local firefighters proud. Need to clean the chimney? We have a kit for that too!
But wait! There’s more.
Planning a big cleanup? Borrow our power washer or leaf blower. Got a garden to prep? Use the rototiller. Tackling home repairs or renovations? We’ve got a planer, nail guns, tile tools, and everything you need for drywall.
Hosting a party? We’ve got tables, chairs, coolers, canopies, and more to make your event a breeze.
Welcoming a new baby or a tiny visitor? We’ve got baby gear, too.
The best part? It’s all free with your library card.
So whether you’re tackling a big DIY project, planning a celebration, or just trying to keep your home in shape, check with us first. You might be surprised by what we have in our growing collection. Got a tool in mind you don’t see? Let us know—we’re always adding more!
Not only is moving wildlife illegal in Massachusetts, but it is often ineffective for those who are trying to find a solution to a wildlife problem.
Here are some reasons not to move wildlife:
The animal may be hit by a vehicle while traveling back home.
The animal will struggle finding food, water, and shelter in a new area, possible leading to death.
The area may be home to members of the same species. They will not welcome the newcomer, causing conflict, stress, or even death.
If the animal is diseased, it may spread that disease to other animals.
The animal will just cause the same problems to someone else. mass.gov