Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Dr. Carla Hayden

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. Dr. Carla Hayden made history in 2016 when she…
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Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Clara Stanton Jones

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. Clara Stanton Jones was a pioneering librarian and educator…
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Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Adrianna Triche

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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Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Edward Christopher Williams

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. Edward Christopher Williams was the first professionally trained Black…
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Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Black Librarians Past and Present | Shaunna Martz

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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Congratulations Write Michigan Winners

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…
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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…
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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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Meet the Artist | Michael Hoskins

Have you ever wondered who creates the amazing artwork on KDL's magazines? Well, meet Michael Hoskins, the artist behind the cover of the Winter Kaleidoscope (available now at a branch near you!). All the KDL staff think that Michael's yeti, jackalope and St. Bernard friends are perfect representations of winter book lovers. Don't you agree? What…
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We’re Thankful for the 2025 KDL Pet Calendar Sponsors!

Kent District Library is thrilled to feature the sponsors for its 2025 Pet Calendar: Mitten Animal Clinic, Beer City Dog Biscuits and Pet Supplies Plus locations across West Michigan. These organizations not only support the library's mission but also make significant contributions to the community. Let's take a closer look at each sponsor. Beer City…
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