SFCS provides items for loan from the Lending Library. Membership is free and available to all community members. The Lending Library is open during business hours. Books and videos in the Lending Library include, but are not limited to, small business development, curriculum ideas, child development, health & safety, parenting, nutrition and working with children of all abilities.
Lending Library - Kits for New Parents
Curriculum Kits built to suit the needs of both families and providers cover topics such as math, science, language, health and safety, and other common themes appropriate for young children. Kits contain a variety of children’s literature, curriculum ideas, puzzles, and other fun items.
Soft vinyl Climbing Structures meant for infants, toddlers, and twos provide safe play just right for little ones. When assembled in your environment, they will provide gross motor activities, a place to rest, explore and more. Climbers feature ramps, steps, tunnel and other geometric shapes.
Members may check out items for up to one month. Remember, YOU are responsible for all items checked out, and we ask that they are returned, on or before their due date. Cleaning instructions are provided.
Steps to using the Lending Library -
- Apply now by down loading your application, and bring it with you when you are ready to check an item(s) out. Or, come to our office to apply in person. The application will be kept on file for one calendar year.
- Check out items, with the assistance of the R&R staff.
- Enjoy your item(s) for one month, and then return them clean and ready to use by the next person.
Lending Library Equipment and Services 
Lending Library Application
Creative Resource Machines
Lending Library - Die Cuts
Our large collection of Ellison die cuts will definitely draw your attention to the front office creative resource area. In addition, you will find a paper cutter, book binding equipment, button maker, and a note pad maker. Roll up your sleeves and get busy planning unique activities for children to use and build with. Get expert assistance from one of the Resource & Referral Staff to make children’s books, art, math, language arts, and science activities.
