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Tool Lending Library

Tool Lending Library Temporary Relocation

The Tool Lending Library (TLL) will relocate temporarily to allow for demolition and construction of the New South Branch.   The temporary TLL at 2525 8th St., Suite 12A is open effective Tuesday, March 20, 2012.

Tool Lending

Tues 10-5:30; Wed & Thurs 12-7:30; Fri 1-5:30; Saturday 10-5:30; Closed Sunday & Monday   

Holidays 2012 PDF File

2525 8th St., Suite 12A MAP
Berkeley CA 94703
510-981-6101
510-981-6260 South Branch
510-549-3504 fax

Jeri Ewart, Branch Supervisor


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Transit: AC Transit 49 bus stops one block away at Dwight Way & 7th St or Dwight & 9th. Unmetered street parking is almost always available. Click "Directions" in the map above to link to Google's directions page. There you can choose the Bus option and input your address to get transit options.

Tool Lending Library offers thousands of tools free to Berkeley residents and people who own property in Berkeley. First time borrowers must present photo ID, a Berkeley Public Library card, and a recently received utility bill their name. Berkeley Marina liveaboards should provide proof of residency showing their current MFLAT berth rental coding. Berkeley property owners who do not live in Berkeley must present their property tax bill. These policies are strictly enforced.

How To Use the Tool Library

Tool List, Fines and Loan Periods PDF File