Gadgets
LCD Projector
A portable movie projector that is compatible with your HDMI cords, laptop, smartphone, and more. Try it outside! Screen not included.
Fujifilm instax mini 9
A compact instant film camera with a selfie mirror, close-up lens attachment, and wrist strap. Simple operation for instant credit card-size pictures. Film not included. Read the manual here.
GoPro
GoPro helps people capture and share their lives’ most meaningful experiences with others through incredible photos and videos.
We circulate 6 GoPros and 1 GoPro with dog harness, so you can strap a camera onto your pup!
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WiFi Hotspot
If you’re going on a trip and don’t want to blow through your data, check out a WiFi hotspot! We have 10 pocket-sized WiFi hotspots that will grant you internet access just about anywhere in the US.
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Power Bank
Portable battery you can use to charge multiple USB-compatible devices simultaneously.
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Bluetooth Speakers
Get incredible sound at home, in the yard, or anywhere else imaginable. Grab, go, listen: classic design that has been refined and lightened, with effortlessly simple controls.
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Travel Kit: Luggage Scale & Universal Adapter
Convenient portable luggage scale that is ideal for travel
and universal adapter for all your charging needs
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Universal Adapter
Worrying about the charging problems during international travel? Not necessary at all. This converter is the BMW of the charging world. With a unique direct US plug and 4 adapters, it is the top choice for international travel, especially for European travel.
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Cut the Cord
What do I need to get started?
Find out what channels you can watch for free in your area with one of our HD TV antenna – click here and provide your zip code.
Here is the information presented at our Cut the Cord program, comparing a variety of devices and services: Cutting the Cord.
Cut the Cord device policy
- Devices should be reset to the factory settings.
- It is the patron’s responsibility to make sure any unwanted subscriptions are cancelled.
- The library is not responsible for any financial obligations that a patron may incur while making use of these devices.
Karaoke Machine
Connect your smartphone or tablet for thousands of songs/karaoke videos from YouTube and all your favorite karaoke apps; No CDs needed!
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Binoculars
These affordable yet feature-packed binoculars are designed specifically for beginning to intermediate users. We have some sized for children, too!
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Click here to see children’s binoculars
Fishing Poles
Check out everything you need for a great fishing trip with your young ones!
We’ll give you everything from the lure and hook, to a list of fun fishing spots.
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Telescopes
Stargaze in style.
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Ukuleles
The Makala Classic Soprano ukulele is excellent for the novice or intermediate player.
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Automotive OBD II Code Reader
This gives you the ability to quickly determine the cause behind that pesky “Check Engine” light. This device reads DTCs from the on-board computers of 1996 and newer OBD II-compliant vehicles.
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Cake Pans & Cookie Cutters
Use our cookie cutters and cake pans for your next special occasion! Don’t buy that cakepan you’ll only use once – borrow from us instead.
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Kill A Watt EZ Power Meter
Watt solutions is an energy detector that calculates electric usage and cost of household appliances to help you understand and reduce your energy bill.
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Metal Detectors
Metal detecting lets the whole family play along at finding buried treasure! We circulate two adult-sized metal detectors and a junior-sized version.
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Life Jackets (PFDs)
Instead of buying, borrow from our collection of life jackets (PFDs). Currently infant, child, and adult XL sizes available.
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Instructions for fitting a life jacket.
Trail Camera
Our trail cameras are versatile devices designed to capture clear images and videos of wildlife, monitor for lost pets, and enhance security by detecting unexpected visitors on your property.
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Stud Finder
Easy to Use: One mode finds it all!
The ProSensor M10 adjusts for a variety of
depths, materials and textures.
Press and hold the button to begin scanning.
Storytime Kits
Educators and parents alike can check out a themed storytime kit to perform storytime right in the comfort of your classroom or home.
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Memory Kit
Families & caregivers can check out a memory kit containing books, activities, and an exercise DVD to enjoy one-on-one or with a group.
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Tabletop Games
There’s no greater joy than ordering pizza and gathering with your friends and family to own them at board games. Check one out with your library card!
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GPL’s Museum Passes give you FREE or Discounted Admission to the area’s most popular museums.
Any Upper Hudson Library system cardholder can get free or discounted admission to these museums with a Museum Pass available at the Library.
You can also click here to view a list of our current holdings and see if a museum pass is checked in. As with any of our gadgets, we can hold an available pass for one hour while you drive over to visit us and pick it up.
- Adirondack Experience
- Albany Institute of History and Art, Albany, NY
- The Bennington Museum, Bennington, VT
- The Berkshire Museum, Pittsfield, MA
- “The Clark” – Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute, Williamstown, MA
- Empire Pass (State Parks)
- The Empire State Aerosciences Museum, Glenville NY
- The Eric Carle Museum of Picture Book Art, Amherst, MA
- The Farmer’s Museum, Cooperstown NY
- The Fenimore Art Museum, Cooperstown NY
- Grant Cottage, Wilton, NY
- Hancock Shaker Village, Pittsfield, MA
- Hildene, Lincoln Family Home, Manchester, VT
- Historic Cherry Hill
- The Hyde Collection, Glens Falls, NY
- MASS MoCA, North Adams, MA
- The Mount: Edith Wharton’s Home
- Museum of Innovation and Science (miSci), Schenectady, NY
- Norman Rockwell Museum, Stockbridge, MA
- Olana NY State Historic Site, Hudson NY
- The Old Stone Fort Museum, Schoharie, NY
- Schuyler Mansion, Albany, NY
- Storm King Art Center
- USS Slater (DE-766), Albany, NY
- The Tang Art Gallery at Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, NY
- Thomas Cole National Historic Site
- The Wild Center, Tupper Lake NY
- World Awareness Children’s Museum, Glens Falls NY