(información en español a continuación)
Open hours (updated 11/24/20)
In accordance with Multnomah county closures and upcoming holidays, we will be closed until January 9th, 2021. We will be open, however, on Saturday December 5th, 10am-1pm for returns only.
We ask that, if you have tools out on loan after the 5th, that you store it safely OR arrange a time for drop off. Contact librarian@greenlents.org
We look forward to reopening the tool library in the new year and resuming hours once a week (Sat 10am-1pm), given we have volunteers to staff the shifts. (sign up to volunteer here!) We also look forward to hopefully resuming our regular Wednesday evening hours in the Spring of 2021.
We ask that, if you have tools out on loan after the 5th, that you store it safely OR arrange a time for drop off. Contact librarian@greenlents.org
We look forward to reopening the tool library in the new year and resuming hours once a week (Sat 10am-1pm), given we have volunteers to staff the shifts. (sign up to volunteer here!) We also look forward to hopefully resuming our regular Wednesday evening hours in the Spring of 2021.
Safety procedures
Thank you everyone for your patience and working with us to create a safe operating space for all our members and volunteers. We've been refining our procedures along the way. Here are the latest protocols:
- Everyone must wear face coverings at all times. If you do not have a mask, we will can provide one for you
- No more than 3 members and 3 volunteers inside the building at once (6 people total)
- Line will begin at the garage door entrance and extend out to the courtyard
- Flow of traffic will come in through the garage door (check tools in here) and exit out the glass door (check out tools at the counter inside). Following the blue tape on the ground and other signs for reference
- 6ft distance must be maintained at all times
- All tools returned will quarantined for 6+ days (until the next Saturday). If tools are being checked out the same day they are checked in, we will sanitize them.
- Please leave tools and donations in a safe area for 72 hours and handle with care OR sanitize before dropping off if you are able.
- We ask that you come alone and not bring other household members or friends with you.
- If there is a long line, members are encouraged to limit browsing and have a good sense of what tools they are looking for.
find us
ADDRESS9215 SE Ramona St
Portland, OR 97226 Phone971.266.4270
Answered when staffed. Please call during open hours. email librarian@greenlents.org anytime. |
HOURSSaturdays | 10 AM – 1 PM
(Currently closed until January 9th, 2021. Wednesday evenings will resume Spring 2021) |
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 currently every Saturday 9:45am-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!
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!
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.
Biblioteca comunitaria de herramientas
UBICACION: |
9215 SE Ramona St
Portland, OR 97226 |
Horarios: |
Sábado 10am - 1pm
(Cerrado hasta el 9 de enero 2021. Reabrira el miercoles por la noche en la primavera de 2021) |
Funciona como una biblioteca de libros, excepto que usted puede tomar prestadas herramientas y otros materiales para proyectos de casa o jardín.
La Biblioteca de Herramienta Comunitaria de Green Lents es un servicio gratuito para los residentes de los barrios: Lents, Powellhurst-Gilbert, Pleasant Valley, Foster-Powell, Mt. Scott-Arleta, Brentwood-Darlington, y Montavilla
También puede inscribirse para ser voluntario!
a getinvolved@greenlents.org
La Biblioteca de Herramienta Comunitaria de Green Lents es un servicio gratuito para los residentes de los barrios: Lents, Powellhurst-Gilbert, Pleasant Valley, Foster-Powell, Mt. Scott-Arleta, Brentwood-Darlington, y Montavilla
También puede inscribirse para ser voluntario!
a getinvolved@greenlents.org
