Welcome to Stump the Librarian, KDL’s very own podcast for all ages! In today’s episode, Jill explores the wonderful world of white chocolate — is it actually chocolate or something different altogether? Then, Lauren from KDL’s Programming Department drops in to share an incredible animal fact. Next, Liz carefully explores a mysterious lake in Tanzania known for…
Join the Conversation: P.E.A.C.E. of Mine
Kent District Library invites community members to take part in meaningful conversations that inspire understanding, healing, and positive change. The P.E.A.C.E. of Mine: Listening for Change program offers a welcoming space to connect with neighbors and explore important issues impacting our community. These sessions, moderated by Regenail Thomas from Seeds of Promise, focus on how…
Congratulations to the Teen Poetry Contest Winners!
The Write Michigan Teen Poetry Contest received 359 entries this year, and we were so impressed by the level of talent on display! KDL would like to thank all our teen poets – it takes courage to share your art with strangers, and we are honored by your participation. Congrats to the winners, who will each…
A Day in the Life of the Bookmobile
By Julita Fenneuff | Administrative Assistant We start our day loading the Bookmobile — lovingly nicknamed “The Rig” by its operators — with the appropriate cart of books for our scheduled visits. Today, we have a Bright Beginnings playgroup, followed by a lobby stop at the Wyoming Senior Center and we’ll finish the day at…
My Dad’s Bookshelf
By Bernice Oliver, Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch When I was small, my dad would read to my sisters and me at bedtime. Dad was a good storyteller. He would use funny voices and dramatic pauses. Some of his favorite stories to read to us included Horton Hears a Who by Dr. Seuss…
Stump the Librarian: The Littlest Bear in the World
Have you listened to KDL’s family podcast Stump the Librarian yet? What are you waiting for! Join Liz and Jill this week as they discuss handwashing and how soap really works. And more importantly as they explore the world of the littlest bear in the world! Laugh and learn with Liz and Jill every other Wednesday. If you would like…
Experience KDL: Art at the Alpine Twp. Branch
By Anna Hesselschwerdt, Branch Librarian Spring has sprung at the Alpine Township Branch! Come see some lovely pinwheels Miss Anne created to decorate the branch. We continue to focus on our Community Pixel Art project. We have the art station in our magazine room, behind the WonderKnook. Our patrons just completed a giant sunflower…
The Pros and Cons of AI Language Learning Tools
By Omar Velázquez, Wyoming Branch At KDL, we're always looking for tools that help our community learn and grow. AI-powered language learning apps have become enormously popular, and many of our patrons have asked us: are they actually worth using? As with most technologies, the honest answer is, it depends. Here's our balanced take. The…
Introducing… The Patron Services Team!
During this time with so much going on at our branch locations, you may have questions. If you reach out to Kent District Library via phone, email or chat, you will most likely connect with one of these amazing people. They are so smart, so friendly and so helpful! No matter the question, they will…
Learn About Fair Housing at a Free Virtual Workshop Series
April is recognized as Fair Housing Month, a time to reflect on the importance of equal access to housing for everyone. To mark the occasion, The Fair Housing Center of West Michigan will host the 38th Annual Fair Housing Workshop Series on Wednesday, April 22, from 1:00–3:30 PM. The event will be held virtually using…
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