Special Collections

The library's special collections consist of non-traditional library items including games, toys, mobile hotspots, kits and more - all available to check out for free with your Coshocton County library card. Special collection items may be checked out for 2 weeks, are not eligible for holds or renewals, and must be returned inside. Browse the collections currently available using the links below. Check back as more collections are added! 

Activity Kits

Activity kits are designed to accommodate senior adults who may be experiencing cognitive decline. Each kit includes at least one activity intended to support brain function, memory recall, and fine-motor skills, along with supportive literature for caretakers. Kits are available at the Main Library. 

Character Kits

Enjoy classic children's stories with a beloved literary character by your side. Characters include Brown Bear, Curious George, Elephant & Piggie, Little Blue Truck, Llama Llama, Thomas, and many more. Character kits are available to check out at both the Main Library and Branch Library.

Cornhole Sets

Cornhole boards and bags are available to borrow at the Main Library for adult and teen library cardholders. A parent/guardian signature is required for a teen card to be used. 

Disc Golf Sets

Enjoy rounds of enjoyment at Eagle Ridge Disc Golf Course. Each disc golf set includes 1 driver disc, 1 mid-range disc, and 1 putter disc. The discs are available to borrow at the Main Library for adult and teen library cardholders. A parent/guardian signature is required for a teen card to be used.

Giant Jenga

Giant Jenga is available to borrow at the Coshocton County District Library for adult and teen library cardholders. A parent/guardian signature is required for a teen card to be used. 

Hotspots

Mobile hotspots are intended for those who would otherwise not have access to the Internet at home. The hotspots provide free Wi-Fi in areas with Internet-access capabilities. Hotspots are available to borrow from the Main Library and Branch Library for adult library cardholders. 

Launchpads

Playaway Launchpads are pre-loaded tablets with high-quality, ad-free learning apps and games, providing hours of interactive learning and play for children. Launchpads are available at both the Main Library and Branch Library.

Pickleball Sets

Four tournament-approved individual pickleball sets and two non-tournament-approved game sets are available to borrow at the Main Library. This collection was made possible in thanks to the Coshocton Pickleball Club and Engage Pickleball. 

Sensory Toys

Sensory toys are intended to provide a playful experience for the senses, help develop motor skills for children or those with developmental disabilities, and meet the needs of visual, auditory, tactile, oral and proprioceptive learners. The toys are available to borrow at the Main Library.

Tonies

The Toniebox is a screen-free listening box that plays stories and songs when paired with a tonie character. One Toniebox and up to 5 characters may be checked out on a library card. A Toniebox and tonies may be borrowed at the Main Library or Branch Library. 

Wonderbooks

Wonderbooks are print books that read out loud, ask questions, and make learning fun for children. A variety of book formats are available, from picture books to juvenile fiction and non-fiction. Wonderbooks are available to borrow at the Main Library and Branch Library.