The Kent County Essential Needs Task Force published the following statement on the upcoming SNAP Benefit Gap, which has implications for more than 73,000 individuals in Kent County.
Congratulations to the Teen Photo Contest Winners!
There were 61 gorgeous photos submitted to this year's Teen Photo Challenge. We were so impressed by the talent displayed by the teens in our county! Congratulations to our winners and a big thank you to our guest judges, Ashlee McGreevy, Brad R. Baker, and Paige Young. Category: Exploration of Symmetry (judged by Paige Young…
Stump the Librarian: Open Wide, Whale!
This week on KDL’s podcast Stump the Librarian, Jill gets into some trash talk. That’s right, we're talking all things landfills. Meanwhile, Liz talks whale dentistry. Do whales have teeth?? Our hosts are joined by Tabby at the Wyoming Branch to talk all things POKEMON! Listen along every other Wednesday as we tackle questions…
Read Like a Librarian: Our Favorite Psychological Thrillers
Looking for a gripping read that will mess with your mind in all the best ways? KDL librarians have rounded up their favorite psychological thrillers that are guaranteed to keep you on edge and guessing until the very last page. Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney If you like thrillers that keep you guessing and questioning everyone’s…
Volunteer Opportunity – Kent District Library Pension Board Appointment
Kent District Library is pleased to offer an opportunity for a volunteer Citizen Trustee to serve on the KDL Employees Retirement System Pension Board. While knowledge of traditional pension plans might be helpful, it is not necessary. The ideal candidate will have a desire to serve on behalf of the current and future retirees. The…
Spooky Books for Kids!
By Bernice Oliver, Assistant Branch Librarian, Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch When my son was in first grade, his class did a long and involved unit on bats in October. I started to think about how books can celebrate the creepy and spooky things of the season without being specifically about Halloween. I searched the…
Experience KDL: Take a Walk Around the Plainfield Twp. Branch
By Kathy Cheney, Branch Librarian Many people love to visit the Plainfield Twp. Branch of Kent District Library because of all the great things in addition to books that can be found inside. Some of these include the large children’s wing, colorful mural on the way to our program room, KDL Lab space, community room…
Calling All Teachers: Encourage Your Students to Share Their Stories
If you are a teacher, this post is for you. Inspire your students to share their creativity in the Write Michigan Short Story Contest! The contest is free to enter for writers 17 and younger and offers cash prizes plus the chance to be published in an anthology. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate student…
Congratulations to the Teen Graphic Novel Contest Winners!
By Madelyn Besaw, Branch Librarian, Englehardt Branch The Write Michigan Teen Graphic Novel Contest received 61 entries in this first year, and we were blown away by the wide range of artistic talent! KDL would like to thank all of our teen graphic novelists - it takes a great deal of bravery to share…
Experience KDL: Get Cozy at Caledonia
By Shelby Toren, Branch Librarian If you are searching for a cozy place to curl up with your latest read, look no further than the fireplace at the Caledonia Twp. Branch! The fireplace has been a fixture in our building since it was built in 2011. Featuring comfy chairs, reading lamps and convenient tables…
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