When Kirk Steele decided to get his high school diploma, he turned to Kent District Library for help. Hannah, one of KDL's Outreach Specialists, was able to connect Kirk with Career Online High School. Kirk recently sat down with us to answer a few questions about his experience in getting his degree: How did you…
Get to Know KDL: Clyde from Spencer Twp.
Meet Clyde. He has worked at three KDL branches in the last 8.5 years. For the last five years, he has been a Branch Librarian at the Spencer Township Branch. Here's your chance to get to know this great guy a little better. The best book I have ever read is... South: The Story of…
Bored Kids? Check Out iVOX!
If your kids have reached the "I'm bored" stage of summer, now would be a great time to check out iVOX! iVOX is a children’s book app which uses the latest in storytelling technology to delight and engage curious young minds. Children ages 2-10 can follow along with a story while interacting with its characters…
Get to Know KDL: Katie from Tyrone Twp.
Meet Katie, a Branch Librarian at our Tyrone Twp. Branch. She has worked at KDL for five years. The best book I have ever read is… This is the hardest question! The one book that I regularly find myself wanting to experience for the first time over again is The Golden Compass. It wholly engrosses me…
Literary Libations: Tickets are Going Fast!
Don't miss KDL's Literary Libations Gala & Silent Auction, sponsored by Centennial Securities, The Steve & Amy Van Andel Foundation and more!Event Details:Thursday, September 15, 2022, 6:00 – 9:00 PMFrederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park1000 E Beltline Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49525Featuring: Author presentations by Anthony Almojera, Angeline Boulley, Jennifer Chiaverini and John Searles Keynote Speaker, Judge Sara J. Smolenski Musical Guest, Jordan Hamilton…
Learn About “The Modern Classroom”
KDL was honored to partner with the Cascade Community Foundation (CCF) on their project, "The Modern Classroom," a Q&A Livestream. It is a wonderful program that promotes discussion about education, where it is presently and its future. "The Modern Classroom" includes fascinating conversations with education innovators including teachers and librarians. Watch Part 1 on the…
New Resource | Comics & Graphic Novels Are Now On Libby!
We just added hundreds of Marvel-ous choices to Libby. Why add comic books to your TBR pile? Here's five reasons: Comics use a mix of written language and sequential images, so readers' minds are engaged differently than with traditional books. Because of the way a comic's text and images are processed by the brain, readers…
Letter From Lance: Make Time to Read
I’m a huge fan of something that John Wooden, famed coach of the UCLA Bruins, said: “Be true to yourself. Make each day your masterpiece. Help others. Drink deeply from good books. Make friendship a fine art. Build a shelter against a rainy day.” Each of these little sentences epitomizes what the library is and…
Enjoy a Musical Playdate with ScribbleMonster
ScribbleMonster performs music for kids in the form of musical playdates. The group is visiting four KDL branches next week. Using a mix of kindness, music and humor, Scribble Monster’s presentation encourages children of all ages to participate and think in creative ways. With songs recognized by National Public Radio, the Parent’s Choice Awards and Parenting Magazine, ScribbleMonster’s…
Summer Wonder: There’s Still Time!
Summer is flying by, but there is still plenty of time to sign up for and complete Summer Wonder, KDL's 30-day challenge. Participate by picking up a Summer Wonder Workbook at any KDL branch or signing up online at kdl.beanstack.org. It’s free and includes reading, adventures and prizes for all ages. KDL is the perfect…
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