GUELPH – The Guelph Tool Library (GLT) has relocated to a new, larger location – just down the hall from their current home in Old Quebec Street Shoppes.
The volunteer-driven, membership-based lending library includes tools and resources for an array of DIY activities including gardening, construction and home renovations or repairs, crafting, event hosting and parties, audio/visual projects, and more.
Now, needing more space to grow, the organization is moving to a larger unit within their current home of Old Quebec Street Shoppes.
On Aug. 30, the tool library temporarily closed to accommodate the move.
It reopened down the hall in Unit 115, just the other side of Buck or Two Plus, on Sept. 14.
“Our members were able to stock up on their items before we closed. We hit a record number of tools signed out: over 340 of our 1,300 items,” stated Guelph Tool Library communications and program coordinator Steph Clarke.
“It’s actually been a huge help with the moving process – the more items loaned out, the less we have to move.”
She added, “We’ve raised over $5,500, but we need to raise the final $9,500 to help cover the costs associated with updating and maintaining this new space.
“The best way to support us is by purchasing a membership.
“They are available for $65 through our fundraising platform, and they help us keep the lights on year-round, but are especially important in times like these where we’re facing extra expenses.”
Clarke also noted that there are other options for contributing, including perk and sponsorship packages.
Clarke noted anyone interested in volunteering can email info@guelphtoollibrary.org to help out.
