Tool Library Temporary Closure
In support of protecting our most vulnerable communities during the COVID-19 health crisis, the Green Lents Community Tool Library will be closed until further notice, and late fees will be waived. Please continue to check this page and your emails for the latest updates.
If you have an oversized tool that you are unable to store safely, indoors or otherwise protected from the elements, OR if you have emergency repair needs, please email librarian@greenlents.org to make special arrangements.
Thank you for understanding.
COVID-19 Resources
If you have an oversized tool that you are unable to store safely, indoors or otherwise protected from the elements, OR if you have emergency repair needs, please email librarian@greenlents.org to make special arrangements.
Thank you for understanding.
COVID-19 Resources
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ADDRESS9215 SE Ramona St
Portland, OR 97226 Phone971.266.4270
Answered when staffed. Please call during open hours. |
HOURSVolunteers staff our library:
YEAR-ROUND Wednesdays | 6 PM - 8 PM | Miercoles Saturdays | 10 AM – 1 PM | Sabado |
VOLUNTEER
The Tool Library is run by wonderful volunteers and would not exist without the help people like you! We are currently look for more volunteers to help out. Shifts are every Wednesday 6-8pm and Saturday 10am-1pm. It's very easy to help people check tools in and out, and there will always be another friendly volunteer there to help the time go by. It's a great way to meet your neighbors and maybe learn a little bit about tools too!
Some folks sign up for just 1 shift here and there, others sign up for 1-2 shifts a month. This greatly helps to share the work and keep the tool library open. No knowledge of tools necessary, just a willingness to show up and help!
Signing up is simple! Just follow the link and instructions below...
Some folks sign up for just 1 shift here and there, others sign up for 1-2 shifts a month. This greatly helps to share the work and keep the tool library open. No knowledge of tools necessary, just a willingness to show up and help!
Signing up is simple! Just follow the link and instructions below...
1) On Signup.com, review the available options listed and choose the spot(s) you'd like.
2) Sign up for a "New Volunteer Orientation" shift, you will not need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com
3) After the first training shift, you can sign up for the "Librarian" shift anytime you'd like
4) Alternatively, you can also email getinvolved@greenlents.org or show up in person during open hours!
2) Sign up for a "New Volunteer Orientation" shift, you will not need to register an account or keep a password on SignUp.com
3) After the first training shift, you can sign up for the "Librarian" shift anytime you'd like
4) Alternatively, you can also email getinvolved@greenlents.org or show up in person during open hours!
ACCESS > OWNERSHIP
The Green Lents Community Tool Library is a free service for residents of Lents, Powellhurst-Gilbert, Pleasant Valley, Foster-Powell, Mt. Scott-Arleta, Brentwood-Darlington, and Montavilla. It functions like a book library, except tools or other project materials are checked out instead of books. It also has a seed library and tool resale rack where you can purchase tools by donation. We promote access over ownership, which is more economical and sustainable for renters and homeowners alike. We also encourage a culture of repair and creative reuse to reduce waste and consumption. Every year, our members are given the opportunity to save money by simply borrowing the tools they need to complete their home improvement projects.
You will need a state-issued ID and a piece of mail (like a utility bill) to verify your address to sign up as a member on your first visit.
You can speed up the process by first entering your information online using "sign up" link below. You will still need to sign our membership agreement to qualify and show ID and verification of address at that time. After that, your member number/last name is all you need to check out tools. Please email librarian@greenlents.org with any questions.
You will need a state-issued ID and a piece of mail (like a utility bill) to verify your address to sign up as a member on your first visit.
You can speed up the process by first entering your information online using "sign up" link below. You will still need to sign our membership agreement to qualify and show ID and verification of address at that time. After that, your member number/last name is all you need to check out tools. Please email librarian@greenlents.org with any questions.
Together, we can build community, improve our neighborhood livability,
and share our skills.
