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…
Get to Know KDL: Clyde from Spencer Twp.
Meet Clyde. He has worked at three KDL branches in the last 8.5 years. For the last five years, he has been a Branch Librarian at the Spencer Township Branch. Here's your chance to get to know this great guy a little better. The best book I have ever read is... South: The Story of…
Bored Kids? Check Out iVOX!
If your kids have reached the "I'm bored" stage of summer, now would be a great time to check out iVOX! iVOX is a children’s book app which uses the latest in storytelling technology to delight and engage curious young minds. Children ages 2-10 can follow along with a story while interacting with its characters…
Get to Know KDL: Katie from Tyrone Twp.
Meet Katie, a Branch Librarian at our Tyrone Twp. Branch. She has worked at KDL for five years. The best book I have ever read is… This is the hardest question! The one book that I regularly find myself wanting to experience for the first time over again is The Golden Compass. It wholly engrosses me…
Literary Libations: Tickets are Going Fast!
Don't miss KDL's Literary Libations Gala & Silent Auction, sponsored by Centennial Securities, The Steve & Amy Van Andel Foundation and more!Event Details:Thursday, September 15, 2022, 6:00 – 9:00 PMFrederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park1000 E Beltline Ave NEGrand Rapids, MI 49525Featuring: Author presentations by Anthony Almojera, Angeline Boulley, Jennifer Chiaverini and John Searles Keynote Speaker, Judge Sara J. Smolenski Musical Guest, Jordan Hamilton…
Learn About “The Modern Classroom”
KDL was honored to partner with the Cascade Community Foundation (CCF) on their project, "The Modern Classroom," a Q&A Livestream. It is a wonderful program that promotes discussion about education, where it is presently and its future. "The Modern Classroom" includes fascinating conversations with education innovators including teachers and librarians. Watch Part 1 on the…
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