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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW CAN I VOLUNTEER?

Our organization is always looking for volunteers to help with lending, maintenance, and improving our members' skills.  Get in touch with us by clicking on our contact form and thank you for your interest!

DO YOU ACCEPT DONATIONS?

We sure do!  We are always looking for tools in good condition and

we can even pick them up if you schedule a time with one of our volunteers.

Get in touch with us by clicking on our contact form and thank you for your generosity!

WHAT ARE YOUR HOURS?

We are currently open only on Saturdays from 9-12 but are hoping to expand those hours once we have more volunteers. Check back with us often to see if our hours have changed.

CAN I DROP OFF TOOLS AFTER HOURS?

We have a tool dropbox outside the tool library. 

Tools that fit within the box may be deposited there after hours.

HOW MANY ITEMS CAN I CHECK OUT AT ONCE?

 

Check our membership page for more information.

HOW LONG CAN I KEEP A TOOL?

Members can keep tools for a maximum of 7 calendar days

but you can request a renewal if you need the tool for a longer period.

ARE THERE LATE FEES IF I DON'T RETURN A TOOL BY THE DUE DATE?

Yes, a fee of two dollars ($2) per day will be charged for late returns.

Late fees are capped at the value of the tool plus a $25 administrative fee per tool.

Fines must be paid in full before any additional tools can be borrowed.

AM I REQUIRED TO RETURN THE TOOL IN A CERTAIN CONDITION?

For the benefit of our other members, all tools must be returned in clean and working order.

A fee will be assessed for any tools that are returned in damaged or unusable condition.

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Central PA Tool Library and Makerspace

a 501(c)(3) Domestic Nonprofit Corporation

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