Kent District Library, Traverse Area District Library, Bayliss Public Library and Schuler Books are pleased to announce the winners of the thirteenth annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest. Over 1,000 writers from across the state entered the contest in three age groups —418 adults, 272 teens and 350 youth. Winners were chosen by public voting at www.writemichigan.org…
Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Rev. Thomas Fountain Blue
As we celebrate Black History Month, it's essential to recognize the contributions of Black professionals who have shaped the library profession. This blog series highlights library industry trailblazers and some of our own KDL staff members whose work has left an indelible mark on our community. Rev. Thomas Fountain Blue was a minister, educator, and…
Celebrate American Heart Month by Knowing Your Numbers
February is American Heart Month, a time when all people—especially women—are encouraged to focus on their cardiovascular health. To celebrate, let's revisit this blog post written by Sarah Poole Community Impact Director for the American Heart Association. Did you know that nearly half of all Americans have high blood pressure? Also called hypertension, high blood…
Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Cam Holmes
As we celebrate Black History Month, it's essential to recognize the contributions of Black professionals who have shaped the library profession. This blog series highlights library industry trailblazers and some of our own KDL staff members whose work has left an indelible mark on our community. What inspired you to become a librarian / to…
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