By Aimee Jodoin, Adult Parapro at the Kentwood Branch There's no second-guessing that food is very precious to us — to our culture, to our day-to-day experiences, to our finances, to our taste buds. Changing the way you eat is no easy task, but it has great benefits to the environment. Just eating plant-based for…
New 385-Gallon Aquarium Dedicated at Cascade Twp. Branch of Kent District Library
The Cascade Township Branch of Kent District Library has a new addition — a 385 gallon aquarium. The new cylindrical fish tank is 6.5 feet tall, 66 inches in diameter and is sure to delight patrons young and old alike. The aquarium was created through a donation by Claude Robinson, in loving memory of his…
Exciting New Items in the Collection
Several new items have been added to the Beyond Books and Go! Pack collections. These items can be checked out for three weeks. Place a hold today and pick up the item at any KDL branch. Enjoy! The new items include: Kill A Watt EZ meter Portable projector and screen kit Sony PlayStation VR kit…
Volunteer Voices: Jim Ferro
By Elizabeth Amante Heys, KDL Volunteer This new KDL blog series profiles branch volunteers, or Friends of the Library, the all-too-often unsung heroes who manage book sales, raise money for special services and create events to support library patronage. Fittingly, this inaugural profile features Jim Ferro, whose life work reflects an attitude of servant leadership…
2021 Spring Appeal
For most families, summer means outdoor activities, family fun days on the beach, and many other adventures that make for an unforgettable Pure Michigan summer. For families with students where summer activities are out of reach due to expense or availability, summer brings the “summer slide.” This occurs when students do not have structured activities…
Introducing the KDL Core Collection
We are pleased to introduce the KDL Core Collection. This 100-book collection consists of titles at least one year old that are close to the hearts of KDL librarians and patrons alike. These books are popular and respected, which is why KDL has purchased shiny new copies and labeled them the KDL Core. Titles include…
Good News from the Talking Book & Braille Center
The Talking Book & Braille Center serves patrons who are blind or visually impaired, as well as those who may have a physical, perceptual or reading disability that makes it difficult to read standard print. Until recently, users with reading disabilities were required to have their application for service certified by a medical doctor that could verify that the disability…
What We Celebrate: The Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival
By Sara Magnuson Kent District Library will be highlighting heritage and diversity events and festivals throughout the year and focusing on local organizations that bring awareness and engagement opportunities to our community. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, and KDL is celebrating the Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Foundation as they prepare for their…
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