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5 Second Rule5 Second Rule
It should be a piece of cake to name 3 breeds of dogs... but can you do it under the pressure of 5 seconds twisting down, and with the other players staring at you, waiting for you to get flustered? Time's not on your side, so just say what comes to mind and risk ridiculous answers slipping out and hysterical laughter ensuing! It's all in good fun with this fast-paced game where you have to Just Spit It Out!

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Apples to Apples board gameApples to Apples
Random words! Crazy combinations! Outrageous laughs! The judge plays a green apple card - this is the card everyone else is trying to match. Everyone else plays a red apple card, and the judge picks the best combination! Contains topical and pop culture references. 

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Azul board game boxAzul
Azul was designed by the world famous, award winning game author Michael Riesling. Azul captures the beautiful aesthetics of Moorish art in a contemporary board game. Players compete as artisans decorating the walls of the royal Palace of Dvora. By carefully drafting the correct Quantity and style of tiles, the most clever of artisans plan ahead to maximize the beauty of their work (not to mention their scores!) while ensuring they wasted no supplies in the process. Introduced by the moors, "azulejos" (originally white and blue ceramic tiles) were fully embraced by the Portuguese, when their King Manuel I, on a visit to the Alhambra Palace in Southern Spain, was mesmerized by the stunning beauty of the Moorish decorative tiles. The King, awestruck by the interior beauty of the Alhambra, immediately ordered that his own Palace in Portugal be decorated with similar wall tiles. As a tile-laying artist, you have been challenged to embellish the walls of the royal Palace of Dvora. 

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Cards Against Humanity GameCards Against Humanity
Each round, one player asks a question from a black card, and the other players answer with their funniest white card.

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Cascadia board gameCascadia
Take a journey to the Pacific Northwest as you compete to create the most harmonious ecosystem in Cascadia! Turns are simple: select a tile/token set and place each into your expanding ecosystem. Earn points by fulfilling wildlife goals, and creating the largest habitat corridors. With variable scoring goals, each game of Cascadia brings a new spatial puzzle to your table! 

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Chameleon Board GameChameleon
Everybody knows the 'secret' except the Chameleon. But who is the chameleon? To catch them, players must describe the 'secret' with just one word. Too obvious and the Chameleon blends in. Too vague and you start looking guilty. Now let the frantic debating, hoaxing and finger-pointing begin. But be careful, choose the wrong player and the Chameleon escapes.

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Codenames board game boxCodenames
Two rival spymasters know the secret identities of 25 agents. Their teammates know the agents only by their codenames. In Codenames, two teams compete to see who can make contact with all of their agents first. Spymasters give one-word clues that can point to multiple words on the board. Their teammates try to guess words of the right color while avoiding those that belong to the opposing team. And everyone wants to avoid the assassin. Codenames: Win or lose, it's fun to figure out the clues.

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Dungeons and Dragons BackpackDungeons & Dragons Player's Kit
Dungeons & Dragons immerses you in a world of adventure. Explore ancient ruins and deadly dungeons. Battle monsters while searching for legendary treasures. Gain experience and power as you trek across unchartered lands with your companions.

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Exploding Kittens board game boxExploding Kittens
A highly-strategic, kitty-powered version of Russian Roulette. Players draw cards until someone draws an Exploding Kitten, at which point they explode, they are dead, and they are out of the game; unless that player has a Defuse card, which can defuse the kitten using things like laser pointers, belly rubs, and catnip sandwiches. All of the other cards in the deck are used to move, mitigate, or avoid the Exploding Kittens.

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Happy Salmon board game box featuring a cartoon smiley face above a green fish.Happy Salmon
Three to eight players try to move faster and shout louder in this 90 second free-for-all party battle. The game is an endorphin factory built to make you laugh, sweat and celebrate faster than any game you've ever tried.

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herd mentality board game coverHerd Mentality
The aim of the game is simple: think like the herd and write down the same answers as your friends. If your answer is part of the majority, you all win cows. Yeehaw! If everyone else writes an answer that is matched by at least one other person, but yours is the odd one out, then you land the angry Pink Cow, and your herd of cows is worthless until you can offload it onto someone else. The first player to collect eight cows wins. 

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The Hygge Game board game boxThe Hygge Game
The game has more than 300 thought-provoking questions designed to spark meaningful conversation and create the right atmosphere for a hygge evening. Perfect for a night in, a small party, or a dinner with friends or family.

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Jenga box. Game where you stack blocks one at time to make a tower.Jenga
Remove one block at a time from below the top layer of the tower and stack it on top. Last player to stack a block without causing the tower to fall wins the game.

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cover of Just Board gameJust One
Just One is a cooperative party game in which players discover as many mystery words as possible. One of the players draws a card without looking at it and randomly chooses a number from 1 to 5. Secretly write a clue on your easel, then compare your easels and cancel any identical clues. Show the remaining easels to the player so that they can guess the Mystery Word!

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P for Pizza board game box featuring a yellow box with pizza toppings such as pepperoni slices.P for Pizza
Tuck into this fast paced word board game where the aim is to shout out a word that links the letter on one card to the category on another.

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cover of Pandemic board gamePandemic
In this game, players collaborate as members of a disease-fighting team combating four deadly diseases. The team travels around the world to stop the infection and develop resources for the cures. Players win by discovering cures for the four diseases, but lose if they do cannot do so fast enough or if they fail to effectively keep the number of infections in check.

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Patchwork Game cover boxPatchwork
The game requires the players to design a quilt with limited funds in a limited amount of time.

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Pete the Cat: Big Lunch board game coverPete the Cat: Big Lunch
Invite your friends and see who can build the grooviest sandwich first. Collect different cards to create your sandwich and share with your friends along the way! 

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Pete the Cat board game coverPete the Cat: The Missing Cupcakes
Join Pete the Cat and his friends as they work together to get the missing cupcakes back from Grumpy Toad. Players collect colorful cupcakes as they sing songs, act out physical activities and identify favorite animals, foods and words in this fun board game. It is a game of luck, simple strategy and memory that changes every time it is played.

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Pete the Cat: Terrific Taco
Help Pete the Cat make terrific tacos! Players practice counting and visual identification skills as they collect silly taco toppings to fill their order cards. The first player to fill three order cards wins in this fantastic food game!


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PictionaryPictionary
The object of the game is to sketch your way from start to finish. The first team to reach the finish square and guess a final sketch correctly is the winner.

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Really Loud Librarians board game boxReally Loud Librarians
In this game, your useless knowledge will win you useful points. Think fast, not hard in this merciless word-shouting board game. Start by drawing a category card. Your team will then shout words from that category that begin with the letter on the race track. Move along the track every time you get a word right and race against your opponents to win. This is a simple game for versatile occasions. Play it as a two-player game for a casual night-in or bring it along as a party game for big groups.

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Skull board game boxSkull
For true connoisseurs, here is the purest edition of Skull brought back from the ends of the earth by the author's ancestors! Lucky are the novices who now have the chance to dicover one of the greatest bluffing games of the 2nd millennium!

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Sushi Go! board gameSushi Go!
Pass the sushi! In this fast-playing card game, the goal is to grab the best combination of sushi dishes as they whiz by.

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Taboo: Family Edition boxTaboo: Kids vs. Parents
Get your team to say the GUESS word! Don't say the TABOO words or the other team will squeak you! Featuring different cards for KIDS and PARENTS!

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Ticket to Ride board game boxTicket to Ride

Players attempt to gain the most points through claiming routes and completing paths of routes through North America.

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Ticket to Ride EuropeTicket to Ride: Europe

Players attempt to gain the most points through claiming routes and completing paths of routes through Europe.

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Trivial Pursuit: Family Edition Trivial Pursuit: Family Edition
With cards for kids and adults, the whole family can get a kick out of this fun-filled Family Edition of Trivial Pursuit. Family members of all ages can test their smarts with question after question in 6 categories. The game's fresh questions and faster pace make for quick-play trivia.

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The Ultimate Date Night GameThe Ultimate Date Night Game for Couples
Who needs dinner and a movie? You've got the ultimate date night right here. Flick the spinner. Draw from the deck. Do what the card says. Collect 25 cards to win!

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Unstable Unicorns game box coverUnstable Unicorns

Players start with a baby unicorn in their stables, and begin to build their own unicorn armies. The first person to complete their unicorn army wins the game.

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Crochet craft kitCrochet Kit
Ideal for both beginner and experienced crocheters. Crochet techniques and stitches are taught with step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs. 1 spiral bound book (6.15) + Boye crochet hook set for light and medium weight yarn, 4 pieces, sizes F/G/H/I (15.62), Boye crochet hook set for medium and bulky weight yarn, 4 pieces, sizes J/K/L/N (13.17), large stainless steel sewing needles in plastic container (4.69), 1 mesh bag (28 x 34 cm) (9.98)

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Embroidery KItEmbroidery Kit
Explore, enjoy, and experiment with over 200 stitches for embroidery and needlepoint in this essential best-selling sewing bible. Each stitch is accompanied by simple step-by-step instructions and clear photography to make it easy. 1 set of embroidery hoops, 5 pieces, 1 seam ripper, 1 packet of 16 needles, 1 mesh bag.

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Knitting KitKnitting Kit
Perfect for beginners and more experienced knitters. Learn knitting techniques and stitches with step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs. 1 spiral bound book + 5 pairs wooden knitting needles, 9 large stainless steel sewing needles in plastic container, 1 stainless steel knit and crochet needle gauge, 1 mesh bag (28 x 34 cm).

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Book titled needle felting for beginners, with two needle felting tools with tan colored handles and needle points. Needle Felting Kit
This kit contains a book and tools for beginners to learn how to sculpt with wool. The kit contains: a needle felting book, felting pad, plastic box containing two finger guards, single needle holder, three needle holder, tube of 36 gauge needles, tube of 38 gauge needles, tube of 40 gauge needles, and mesh bag.

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Go Pro Hero 12Go Pro Hero 12
High Dynamic Range Video + Photo: HERO12 Black takes its best-in-class image quality to the next level with HDR for both videos (5.3K and 4K) and photos. Great in environments with both shadows and bright light, HDR captures the subtle details of the scene that might typically blend into the darkness of shadows or disappear in the bright spots of your shot. The result is dynamic footage with true-to-life color and precision.

Manual: Go Pro Hero 12

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Blu-Ray PlayerBlu-Ray Player
The DMP-BD84P-K Blu Ray DVD Player offers smooth, detailed video and Dolby Digital sound so you can enjoy your favorite movies, shows, and music in crystal-clear audio and video. Its compact, space-saving design fits even in narrow spaces or on thin media racks. Up-converts standard DVD quality to high-definition 1080p, rendering your images in fine detail.

Required for Use: TV with HDMI port.

Manual: Panasonic Blu Ray/DVD Player

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External CD/DVD Drive shown inside a zippered caseCD/DVD Drive
This CD/DVD drive is a versatile device that functions as a burner, writer, rewriter, ripper, and recorder—all in one.

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KindleKindle E-Reader Preloaded with Books and Short Stories
Kindle black and white 2022 edition preloaded with books and short stories.

Manual: Kindle 2002 Basic E-Reader

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MicrophoneMicrophone (USB)
Blue Yeti USB Microphone. Create unparalleled recordings with your computer using Blue's Yeti USB microphone. Thanks to proprietary tri-capsule technology, Yeti microphones produce pristine, studio-quality recordings. Four different pattern settings offer incredible flexibility so you can record vocals, music, podcasts, voiceovers, interviews, gaming, field recordings, conference calls and more without multiple microphones.

Required for Use: Computer with USB port.

Manual: Yeti Microphone Manual

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Movie Projector
Movie Projector
The Vamvo L4500 video projector is equipped with multiple ports, including HDMI, USB, audio and AV interfaces. It can be easily connected with your phone, PS3, PS4, Xbox One or Wii, to play movies, music and video games. Use this portable projector in the house, the backyard, the garage, or at your campsite.

Required for Use: Device with HDMI, USB or VGA port, or Micro SD card

Manual: Vamvo Projector

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portable scannerPortable Scanner
Scan documents, photos, drawings, bills, receipts and more to your desktop or send to the cloud while creating searchable PDFs. 

Required for Use: SD Memory card, or computer with USB port

Manual: Doxie Go SE Portable Scanner

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Video ConverterVideo Converter
Need to turn that box of old video tapes or camcorder tapes sitting in your closet or basement into digital format? With the ClearClick video to digital converter 2.0 you can transfer your videos to digital format with the touch of a button. Convert your VHS collection and enjoy your old movies again. Restore and share your family memories from 20 years ago. You can watch your digitized videos on your computer, tablet, smartphone, or your TV.

Required for Use: Camcorder, VHS Player, DVD Player, or Gaming Console with video content & flash drive or SD memory card (SanDisk preferred)

Manual: ClearClick Video Converter

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Karaoke MachineKaraoke Machine
This karaoke machine is an all-in-one entertainment system with a built-in speaker, two wireless microphones for duets, easy volume control, and flashing LED lights. It supports Micro TF card and Flash USB connectivity. Use this multi-functional karaoke system to replace a Bluetooth speaker, microphone, radio, media player and guitar amplifier.

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SNES Classic EditionSNES: Classic Edition
Play classic Super Nintendo Entertainment System games the way they were meant to be played — on a full-sized original Super NES controller. Packed with over 20 pre-installed classic games from the 90s.

Requirements for Use: TV with HDMI port

Manual: Start Up Instructions

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Nintendo Switch ConsoleNintendo Switch Console
Get the gaming system that lets you play the games you want, wherever you are. Includes the Nintendo Switch console, dock, and Joy-Con controllers. Supports multiple play styles.

Required for Use: TV with HDMI port

Manual: Nintendo Switch

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Roku remote next to the apple tv logoRoku: Apple TV+
The Roku Express 4K+ device allows patrons to stream free TV, news, sports, movies, and music. Includes access to Apple TV+.

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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Roku remote with Brit Box logoRoku: BritBox
Stream British TV series and movies using the Roku Express 4K+ device.

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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Roku remote with Disney+ iconRoku: Disney+
Stream movies and TV series from Disney, Marvel, and National Geographic.

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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Roku: HBO Max
Stream a wide variety of movies and TV series with Roku Express 4K+.

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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Roku remote with Hulu logoRoku: Hulu
Stream movies and TV series using the Roku Express 4K+.

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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Paramount Plus and Showtime Logo next to a Roku remote control.Roku: Paramount+ and Showtime
Stream movies and TV series from Paramount+ and Showtime.

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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Roku PelotonRoku: Peloton
Stream Peloton classes (no bike required).

Requirements for Use: WiFi & TV with HDMI port

Manuals: Roku Quick Start Guide | What's Included | How to Connect to WiFi

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image of a sega genesis console with two controllers. Sega Genesis Mini 16-Bit Entertainment System
The iconic SEGA Genesis console returns in a mini version loaded with 40 classic games plus 2 bonus titles.

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bocce ball setBocce Ball Set
The GoSports® 90 mm Backyard Bocce Set is made from premium poly-resin giving them the perfect weight and the perfect 'knock' sound when the balls hit off of each other. This set utilizes four colors and two different patterns, making it perfect for larger groups of four to eight players.

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Cornhole set showing red and blue rectangular stands with a hole in it and red and blue bean bagsCornhole
A lawn game where two teams or players take turns tossing fabric bean bags filled at a raised, sloped wooden board with a hole in it.

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Croquet SetCroquet Set
A croquet set featuring 6 multi-colored wooden mallets + 6 multi-colored polymer croquet balls + 9 steel wickets + 2 hardwood stake posts + nylon carrying case + laminated instruction sheet.

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Disc Golf setDisc Golf Set
Selected by experienced disc golfers at Innova, the leader in Disc Sports, this set is designed for new players. Innova Disc Golf 5 Disc Set and Mini Disc in beginner-friendly easy to throw weights (160-180g).

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Giant Jenga setGiant Jenga
All the fun of the Classic Jenga® brand game, but giant! Players take turns to remove a block from a tower and balance it on top, creating a taller and increasingly unstable structure as the game progresses. Each block is over 4 times the volume of a Classic Jenga® brand game block. Get ready for bigger build-ups and bigger crashes, whether you're in your own backyard, at a park, or on holiday.

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KanJam gameKanJam
Kan Jam is the ultimate outdoor game. Play it everywhere! Great for backyards, barbecues, parties, beaches, tailgating, gym class and more. Team members take turns throwing and deflecting the Kan Jam Disc to score points up to 21 or by throwing an exciting Instant win.

Manual: KanJam Manual

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Pickleball set with rackets and ballsPickleball Set
Pickleball is a paddle sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong using a paddle and plastic ball with holes. It is played by two players (singles) or four players (doubles) that is appropriate for players of all ages and skill levels.

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Spikeball setSpikeball
Spikeball is a fun, active, easy-to-learn game that is perfect for the backyard, beach, or park! All you need is 4 people and some open space. Like volleyball, teams alternate possession and try to spike the ball away from each other.
Manual: Spikeball

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Hiker BackpackHiker Backpack
Borrow this backpack that has everything you need for an enriching outdoor experience. Included: Simply stargazing: your guide to the stars, moon, and night sky pamphlet, day hiking essentials pamphlet, New York state birds guide, New York state wildlife guide, New York state trees & wildflowers guide, binoculars, compass and two headlamps.

Manuals: Suunto Compass | Headlamp Manual

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metal detectorMetal Detector
The Tracker IV will detect all kinds of metal from iron relics, coins and household items to precious metals like silver and gold. The 8 inch searchcoil is completely submersible; can be used for detecting in shallow water. Recommended for coin and jewelry hunting, relic hunting, prospecting and utility applications. Maximize depth of detection with the power/sensitivity control. Eliminate undesirable targets with the discrimination control. Quickly switch between Discrimination, All-Metal and Tone modes with a flick of the mode toggle.

Manual: Tracker IV Metal Detector

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MicroscopeMicroscope
Microscope for home or school which comes with full optical glass elements; metal framework; 360 degree rotatable monocular head; five magnification settings, 40X, 100X, 250X, 400X and 1000X; and LED illumination.

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adult snowshoesSnowshoes (Adult)
One pair of adult sized Wildhorn Outfitters snowshoes.

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kids snowshoesSnowshoes (kids)
One pair of MSR Tyker™ kids' snowshoes.

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telescopeTelescope
This tabletop telescope from Astronomers Without Borders features a 130mm paraboloidal f/5 mirror. With a truss tube that collapses to 14.5 inches in seconds and a total weight of just 14 pounds, performance and convenience are combined in one portable package. A red dot finder, 1.25-inch helical focuser, and two eyepieces, SMA 10mm and 25mm, are included.

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Automotive Error Code ReaderAutomotive Code Reader
The NT301 obd2 scanner enables you to read DTCs, access I/M readiness status, figure out the root reason of check engine light or MIL turned on, monitor sensors test, read live data and retrieve VIN of your vehicle. The fault code only can be cleared after repair finished by NT301.

Manual: Foxwell NT301 Code Reader

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Indoor Digital TV AntennaDigital Indoor HDTV Antenna
Indoor HDTV antennas connect to your television and allow you to access High Definition over-the-air TV channels without a cable or satellite subscription. This model can receive television broadcasts 80 to 120 miles away. Supportive to a variety of HD antenna signal transmission such as 720p, 1080i, 1080p 2K and even 4K HD. Available broadcast channels may vary between homes or between different locations within your home. After connecting, users will be able to see what free channels are available to them.

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HappyLight Luxe LED light therapy lampLight Therapy Lamp
The light therapy lamp by Verilux features adjustable color, temperature and a countdown timer that allow you to personalize your experience. Full-spectrum, UV-free light with clinically proven 10,000 lux intensity. Adjust color from daylight to warm white. Choose from 4 brightness levels. Easily set the countdown timer up to 1 hour in 5-minute increments.

Manual: Happy Light Luxe Lamp

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International Power AdapterInternational Power Adapter
Travel adapter kit to support worldwide voltage in over 200 countries for cell phones, laptops, tablets, and cameras. Charge up to 5 devices at once.

Manual: World Way Travel Adapter

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kill a watt power meterKill-a-Watt Power Meter
Watt solutions: an easy to use meter that calculates electric usage and cost of household appliances to help you understand and reduce your energy bill.

Manual: Kill-A-Watt

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LaminatorLaminator
The Scotch™ thermal laminator is a two-roller machine that produces high-quality lamination for recipe cards, photographs, important or frequently handled documents, arts & crafts, and more. There are two heat settings for 3 mil and 5 mil pouches for laminating items up to 9 inches wide. Warm-up time of three to four minutes.

Required for Use: Laminating pouches.

Manual: 3M Laminator

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paper shredderPaper Shredder
Designed to provide economical document security, this paper shredder is the perfect home device to help keep you safe from identity theft. The AU800SD accepts up to eight sheets of paper at a time and shreds them into 1/4-inch strips. Paper is shredded at a speedy 9.8 feet per minute. In addition to paper, the AU800SD shreds CDs and credit cards. The throat of the shredder is 8.7 inches wide and the extendable arm fits over most wastebaskets.

Manual: Aurora 8-Sheet Strip Cut Paper Shredder

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Soldering Iron StationSoldering Iron Station
The X-Tronic model 3020 LED digital display 75 watt soldering iron station is a powerful “quick temp” unit and is manufactured for the beginner as well as expert users.

Manual: X-Tronic 3020-XTS Soldering Manual

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thermal cameraThermal Camera
With the TOPDON®'s TC004 Lite camera, you can use the built in screen to see differences in temperature in your environment. The camera includes a USB cord that can be used to transfer images to a computer.

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Wi-Fi ExtenderWi-Fi Extender
Eliminate Wi-Fi dead zones with powerful Wi-Fi. Connect with any Wi-Fi router to boost your Wi-Fi range or to a OneMesh™ router to create a mesh network for seamless whole-home coverage. Expand Wi-Fi coverage for your smart phone, smart TV, web browsing, Amazon Fire TV Stick, Google Chromecast, Alexa Echo, Ring and more.

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SubjectEast Greenbush CardUHLS CardUHLS MyCard
Library Card RegistrationFree to any individual who resides or pays taxes in the East Greenbush Community Library taxing district or Town of Schodack. Cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Free to any individual who volunteers or works at the EGRN Library. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Free to partner educational agencies with verified employment. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

Those that live outside the UHLS area may purchase a temporary card at the price established by our Table of Fines and Fees. Cards expire and must be renewed yearly.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

Free to residents residing in a community served by a UHLS library.

All ages eligible. Youth under age 16 must have their application completed and signed by a parent or guardian, who provides acceptable identification for them.

UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.

Card blocked at $5 or more in replacement costs or fines/fees

Fines vary according to individual library rules and UHLS resource sharing rules. The EGRN Table of Fines and Fees are applicable for items which are checked out from the East Greenbush Community Library

The UHLS MyCard is a fine-free, limited-access library card for youth. It is intended to address multiple barriers to serving youth and families, including:

  • Barriers to access related to fines (e.g. computer access, checking out materials)
  • Parents not present for a child’s library card registration
  • Previous fines on a child’s card

Free for youth residing in a community served by a UHLS library.Applicants 18 and under who are applying for a limited use, UHLS Youth Only MyCard, need to provide name, address, and date of birth.UHLS library cards expire and must be renewed every three years.Youth ages birth to 18 can register unaccompanied, or with the help of a caregiver or relative who is not the child’s parent/guardian.This card may be used at all UHLS Libraries except for the Colonie Town Library.

Card blocked at $10 or more in replacement costs.

No fines for late items

Limits on # of Materials BorrowedUnlimited checkoutsUnlimited checkoutsLimited total items: Can only have 3 items checked out on their card at a time
Types of ItemsAll eligible item types.All eligible item types except Museum Passes, ILL, and Hot off the Press. Active paid members of the Friends of the East Greenbush Community Library have access to all lending collections.Only items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Databases/Digital ContentEGRN and UHLS subscription databases and digital contentUHLS subscription databases and digital contentOnly items eligible to be borrowed are books (any age level), juvenile and young adult (teen) audiobooks, and juvenile and young adult (teen) DVDs.
Interlibrary LoanNationwideUHLS LibrariesUHLS Libraries
Program RegistrationUnlimited except by limited program capacityPreference given to resident cardholdersPreference given to resident cardholders