Back in July, Kent District Library invited artists everywhere to participate in the first ever Coaster Art Contest. We had so many great entries, it was difficult for our panel of judges to choose the top five finalists. "I knew that West Michigan was loaded with talent, but I was blown away by the art…
Caregiver Support Series at the Kentwood Branch
This fall, we are teaming up with Spectrum Health to present three six-week series on mental health. Our Kentwood Branch will host a series on Caregiver Support at 6:30 PM on Tuesdays, September 13 - October 18. Providing support for aging adults requires that you also take care of yourself. This conversation will revolve around…
Summer Wonder Success
Thank you for helping us make Summer Wonder such a success! We hope you had a great time reading, learning, discovering and growing with us this summer. Over 16,500 people completed the program, and almost 6,000 people became Super Readers! Congratulations to our bonus prize winners. Super Reader Joyanne - Bookmobile Meijer Gift Card Winners…
Get to Know KDL: Susan from Plainfield
Meet Susan. She is a Branch Outreach and Programming Specialist at the Plainfield Twp. and Comstock Park Branches. She does a lot of youth librarian tasks, but she also coordinates the programs and the outreach they do at the two branches. She's part of a KDL-wide team that sets goals, plans training for staff and…
Local Author Spotlight: David Stricklen
David Stricklen is a local artist and author of many books including Ripley Robinson and the Worm Charmer. He was formerly the Grand Rapids airport police chief, but now writes middle grade fantasy adventure books. David’s books are all “fast moving and unpredictable with no dead spots.” These are perfect for kids who are reluctant…
Get to Know KDL: Lynn from Plainfield
Meet Lynn! She's a Youth Librarian at the Plainfield Branch. Besides helping with the youth library collection, she also leads Babytime and Toddler Time at our branch. During the school year, she is one of the Librarians who goes out to the schools and does storytime with the Kindergarten classes at Northview Public Schools. "My…
Summer Wonder Ends August 13
It is sad to say, but Summer Wonder is coming to a close. The last day to turn in your reading log or track your participation through Beanstack is Saturday, August 13.If you have completed the 30-Day Challenge, don't forget to pick up your prizes from your home library branch.We've had so much fun drawing pictures, enjoying jugglers, watching…
Teen Crew Testimonial
By Henry Schrauben (11), a first-time member of the Englehardt Branch’s Teen Crew This article was originally published in Lowell's First Look. Over the summer, about 20 kids have been volunteering at the Englehardt Library. They have to be going into 6th -12th grade. After an orientation, kids could sign up for two-hour shifts each…
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