By Shelley Roossien, Accessibility & Inclusion Specialist The holidays are here — a season filled with joy, family and perhaps a bit of stress. Whether you’re planning a trip to see loved ones or tackling your gift list, accessibility matters and can often become an unnecessary worry. So, let’s talk about some ways to make…
Stump the Librarian: What’s in My Fridge?!
This week on Stump the Librarian, Jill and Liz are answering food questions. You too can get your question answered on the Stump the Librarian podcast. Enter your question into our online entry form or in the question box in any branch. We love to hear from you! Join in this week as we…
Recognizing the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
By Tabitha Schaub-Carter, Branch Librarian November 25 is recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, a global observance dedicated to raising awareness and taking action against gender-based violence. This day also marks the beginning of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence, which runs until December 10, International Human…
AI Is the Ultimate Wingmate: How to Look Like You Know What You’re Doing (Even When You Don’t)
By Kelsey Little, Administrative Assistant - Project Management Office We’ve all been there. You’re at a restaurant staring at beef carpaccio on the menu, unsure of what it is or how to pronounce it. You’re hosting a book club but didn’t finish the book and your guests are arriving in 15 minutes. You’re invited to a baby shower but have no idea what people mean when they say…
Experience KDL: Fun at the Comstock Park Branch
By Dave Fletcher, Branch Librarian While the Comstock Park Branch may not be one of KDL’s biggest, there are plenty of good reasons to stop by and check out what we have to offer. Our award-winning decorations in the branch are always a treat. From the mouse tea party and winter-ready Al the Octopus in…
KDL Gives Back: Non-Perishable Food Items
Many community members are navigating food insecurity. To help combat uncertainties and loss of full or partial food access, KDL will collect nonperishable food items as part of KDL Gives Back through December 31. Donations are accepted at any KDL branch and will be distributed to food pantries and organizations across the county. Thanks in advance…
Stump the Librarian: Gardens Galore!
Welcome to Stump the Librarian, KDL’s very own podcast for all ages. In today’s episode, Jill explores the amazing story behind our very own Frederik Meijer Gardens. We welcome Ada Librarian Ally to the show to share a gigantic dinosaur-sized fact of the day. Then, Liz is looking for Lepidoptera! Have you seen any lately…
November is Native American Heritage Month!
Kent District Library is proud to partner with the Grand Rapids Public Museum to create an exhibit and programs focusing on the Anishinaabe peoples of the Great Lakes. The exhibit is titled "Anishinaabe: Past/Present/Future" and will be on display at our East Grand Rapids Branch and our Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch through November 30. KDL is also hosting a…
The Creation of a New Community Mural in Seven Simple Steps
By Dawn Heerspink, Branch Librarian What Makes a Community Mural? The Friends of the Byron Twp. Library sought to answer that question this autumn in order to transform the drab brown wall in the Clara C. Cheyne program room into a work of whimsy and joy. Here’s how a tired wall was given new life:…
Write Michigan: There’s Still Time!
There's still plenty of time to enter KDL's Write Michigan Short Story Contest, open to Michigan writers of all ages. Here's your chance to win $500 and get your story published. The contest includes separate categories for youth, teens and adults. Submit your story online at writemichigan.org by November 15. Help us spread the word about…
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