By Holland, Branch Librarian November is recognized as Trans Awareness Month with the goal to celebrate the Transgender and Non-Binary communities, further educate the public and to advocate against discrimination and violence against Trans and gender non-conforming people. The Grand Rapids Trans Foundation (GRTF) has been working locally for over a decade to "nurture and…
Check Out the KDL App!
Do you know about the KDL App, which makes common library tasks faster and easier? Download it today from the Apple App Store or Google Play. The app keeps you logged in, making it faster to view your holds, due dates, local events and more. You'll now have a digital library card that goes with…
Learn a New Language with Rosetta Stone
Have you ever dreamed of speaking another language? Whether you're planning an international adventure, connecting with friends and family or simply challenging yourself to learn something new, Kent District Library can help you get started! With Rosetta Stone available free through KDL, you can explore a new language at your own pace, right from home…
Don’t Miss Your Chance! Write Michigan Deadline Is November 15
There's still time to share your story! The Write Michigan Short Story Contest deadline is November 15, and we're encouraging writers of all ages and experience levels to take the leap and submit their work. Whether you've been writing for years or are just discovering your creative voice, this is your chance to put your…
Celebrate Michigan’s Stories: Become a Write Michigan Reviewer!
Love to read? Make a difference in your community by becoming a volunteer reviewer for the Write Michigan Short Story Contest! Each year, Michigan residents share their creativity, imagination and experiences through original short stories. Volunteer reviewers read and rate the entries, with every story evaluated by at least two reviewers. As a reviewer, you'll…
Stump the Librarian: Polar Bear, Polar Bear
Hooray! It’s time for another episode of KDL’s very own podcast Stump the Librarian, perfect for all ages. Join Librarians Jill and Liz this week as they discuss both bridges and bears, oh my! Liz talks about the longest bridge in the world and about our very own Mighty Mac. Holland from Kentwood brings in…
Bring Excitement to a Child This Holiday Season
This year, KDL is once again participating in Toys for Tots to help spread some holiday cheer. Donate a new, unwrapped toy at any KDL branch by December 14. Toys for Tots is a national program that collects toys and distributes them to families who may otherwise struggle to provide holiday gifts. Here in Kent…
Can You Spot AI-Generated Images? Tips for Identifying What’s Real Online
By Brynn Doering, Patron Services Librarian With the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI), it’s becoming increasingly difficult to determine whether something online is real. Online content, such as text, images and videos, can be generated in seconds with the use of AI. Some of this content is convincing enough to trick even experienced internet users…
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…
Learn from a Librarian: The Books We Can’t Stop Recommending
Some books are just too good not to recommend again and again! We asked KDL librarians to share the books they find themselves recommending most often and why they think readers should give them a try. Whether you’re looking for your next great read or a title to share with someone else, these librarian-loved picks…
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