Hello again. In this episode of Stump the Librarian, Liz explores the way snakes move in different environments. Over sand, into trees and across your backyard, snakes slither! Next, Jill discusses the most intelligent animals. Which animals can solve puzzles, use tools and make great escapes? Listen in to find out! Jill also brings a…
Help Make Dreams Come True: Support the New Kent District Library Scholarship Program!
By Katie
The power of education transforms lives, and we at Kent District Library are excited to announce the launch of our new scholarship program for individuals who are enrolling in college or vocational training programs. Your year-end contribution will help us reach or beat the goal of establishing the fund and empower more individuals to achieve…
Winter Break Programming
By Katie
There are more than 50 events happening during winter break to get you and your family out of the house and engaged and learning at the library. Here are just a few! For the full list of events, visit kdl.org/events/winterbreak. Ready for Reindeer! Traveling all the way from the North Pole (via Rooftop Landing Reindeer…
The Best of 2023: Picture Books for Kids
By Katie
As another year comes to a close, it's fun to look back and see what items were the most popular in KDL's collection. Here are the top five most popular picture books for kids. If you are looking to add "something to read" under the tree, these are good options. Or just check them out from…
Stump the Librarian: The Cookie Episode
By Katie
This week on Stump the Librarian, it’s all about COOKIES! Have you ever wondered how we started making Christmas cookies? Have you ever asked yourself, when did Oreos become popular?? Look no further. This week Liz and Jill are talking all things cookies, and we are full of cookie facts. How does the queen relate…
The Best of 2023: Movies
By Katie
As another year comes to a close, it's fun to look back and see what items were the most popular in KDL's collection. Here are the top five most popular movies. If you have some free time over the holidays, these would be great films to check out. Top Gun: Maverick A Man Called Otto The Super…
If Our Buildings are Closed, Many Library Services are Still Open
By Katie
As winter weather approaches, there may be times when our branches are closed for the safety of staff and patrons. Just because you don't have access to our buildings, doesn't mean you don't have access to our services! A snow day is the perfect time to watch a movie on Kanopy, check out an eBook…
The Best of 2023: Chapter Books for Kids
By Katie
As another year comes to a close, it's fun to look back and see what items were the most popular in KDL's collection. Here are the top five most popular chapter books for kids. If you are looking to add "something to read" under the tree, these are good options. Or just check them out from…
Get to Know KDL: Ivy from Patron Services
By Katie
Hi! I’m Ivy, the official Muppet of the Patron Services Department. I work hard, searching under desks for crumbs and napping in an office chair. I love working at the Service Center! Friends from so many departments drop by throughout the day to play or for a quick mood-boosting cuddle, and I get to go…
The Best of 2023: Books for Teens
By Katie
As another year comes to a close, it's fun to look back and see what items were the most popular in KDL's collection. Here are the top five most popular books for teens. Have you read any of them? If your teens have some time for reading over the holidays, these might be good options.…
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