Discover More with ACPL’s Library of Things: Board Game Collection
Your library card unlocks so much more than books. Through the Alamance County Public Libraries’ Library of Things, you can borrow unique collections and equipment designed to educate, entertain, and enrich everyday life. From American Girl Dolls and Educational Resource Kits to Book Club Kits, Book & Stories to Go, LaunchPAD learning tablets, video games, hotspots, Chromebooks, blood pressure kits, EcoEXPLORE Discovery Packs, and more, the Library of Things offers free resources that help you learn new skills, explore new interests, and make the most of your library.
One of the most exciting collections is the Board Game Collection, housed at the Mebane Public Library, and available to all patrons. With more than 115 tabletop games available for checkout, there’s something for every age, interest, and experience level. Whether you’re looking for a quick family favorite, a nostalgic classic, a cooperative adventure, a strategic challenge, or a solo puzzle to tackle, you’ll find a game worth bringing home. Browse the collection online to reserve your next game, or stop by Mebane to explore the colorful display and check one out that day. Games may be borrowed for up to three weeks, giving you plenty of time to gather family and friends around the table.
Board games have a remarkable way of bringing people together. They remind us of rainy afternoons spent with siblings, lively game nights with friends, and the simple joy of gathering around the table. They invite us to unplug from our screens, share stories, celebrate victories, laugh through defeats, and create lasting memories with the people who matter most. Whether you’re rediscovering a childhood favorite or learning an exciting new game, every box on our shelves holds the promise of a new adventure.
The benefits extend far beyond fun. Board games challenge our minds, strengthen memory, encourage critical thinking, improve communication, and foster creativity and problem-solving skills. They build confidence in young learners, keep minds sharp at every age, and provide meaningful opportunities for connection across generations. In a world that often moves too fast, a board game offers something wonderfully simple: time spent together.
Ready to Play?
Your next game night is just a library card away!
Browse the Library of Things online to explore our complete Board Game Collection and the many other items to checkout available through Alamance County Public Libraries. Reserve your favorite game for pickup at your preferred library branch or visit the Mebane Public Library to browse our display in person.
Shawn N is a Library Assistant at Mebane Public Library.