Want to get to know your favorite authors even more? Check out KDL Author Talks, online conversations in which authors of interesting, popular, informative and compelling books share more about their work, their writing process, the things that inspire them and more. These conversations are led by passionate readers from the Library Speakers Consortium, and…
Read Like John Green
By Angela and Shelby, Branch Librarians Just one more week until John Green and Kaveh Akbar take the stage! John Green has written a number of young adult novels and just published his second adult nonfiction book, Everything is Tuberculosis, last month. If you’re caught up with his latest and are still itching for more…
Stump the Librarian: The Ink-redible Octopus
Welcome to KDL’s very own podcast, just for kids & their families! In today’s episode, Jill talks about some very strange yet functional inventions. Who needs a mustache guard? Next, KDL’s Data Coordinator Sheri has some library facts for you to check out. Then, Liz takes a deep dive into octopus land and shares some…
Three KDL Branches Are Renovating or Expanding
Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch For over 20 years, patrons have asked for an expansion of the Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch, which was last updated in 1989. With the area’s population nearly doubling since then, the wait is finally over! The planned expansion will more than double the library’s size, triple the community room size, add…
Get To Know John Green
We’re counting down the days until the big On the Same Page author event. Unfortunately, Tommy Orange is no longer able to attend the event due to personal reasons. However, we are happy to announce that John Green will be joining Kaveh Akbar on April 30. John Green and Kaveh Akbar are good friends, and we have…
Breaking Barriers: Disability Advocates of Kent County’s Test Pilot Volunteer Program
By Shelley Roossien, Accessibility & Inclusion Specialist At Kent District Library, we are committed to showcasing initiatives that break down barriers and foster inclusivity within our community. In this edition of our Breaking Barriers series, we are thrilled to highlight the remarkable work of Disability Advocates of Kent County (DAKC) and their innovative Test Pilot…
Celebrate Earth Day with a Special Art Exchange at the Kentwood Branch!
By Audrey Barker, Branch Librarian In celebration of Earth Day, the Kentwood Branch is offering an exciting opportunity alongside our annual crafts and activities celebrating Mother Earth. This year, we’ve partnered with the MSU Extension to present ‘One Earth,’ a unique art creation event with an international twist! The event will take place from 10:00…
Experience KDL: “Peep Show” at Krause Memorial Library in Rockford
By Jake and Shannon, Adult and Youth Branch Librarians at Krause Memorial Library If you’ve ever stopped in at Krause Memorial Library you’ve probably noticed our display case. Every season it features unique hobbies, crafts and collections that are sure to catch your eye and pique your interest. We’ve had Hats through the Ages, Baby…
Experience KDL: Library Garden at the Spencer Twp. Branch
By Clyde Waltenbaugh, Adult Librarian This April (and May), the Spencer Twp. Branch will begin anew with this year’s version of our library garden! With a passion for community involvement and a love for all things green, we’ve been able to have a portion of our outdoor space be a thriving garden. This project aims…
Eight Reasons Why KDL Is the Perfect Spring Break Destination
By Josh Mosey | Digital Marketing Strategist Panama City Beach, Florida. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. Kent District Library, Michigan. That’s right, we’re joining the ranks of the nation’s top Spring Break Destinations. Here’s why you should come to the library for your Spring Break: 1. No Sunburns – Enjoy your break without the risk of…
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