This past summer marked the third season of Concerts for the Community, a partnership between KDL and the Steve and Amy Van Andel Foundation. The program is designed to provide concert tickets to world-class performances for community members who might not otherwise have the opportunity to attend due to barriers such as poverty, disability, mental…
Experience KDL: Beauty at the EGR Branch
By Toby Schuler, Branch Librarian People come from far and wide to visit the East Grand Rapids Branch of Kent District Library. Some like to read a newspaper or use their laptop while enjoying a view of Reeds Lake. Some like to get work done in our private study rooms. Some come for storytimes or fun play…
Stump the Librarian: Presidential Pretzels
Welcome to Stump the Librarian, KDL’s very own podcast for all ages. We begin today’s episode with a very important Meijer Garden cat update. After that, Jill discovers if George Washington ate pretzels. What’s your guess? We welcome KDL Manager Karen to the show to share some super gross facts. Ick! Then, Liz learns more…
Meet the Artist | Brianne Farley
Have you ever wondered who creates the amazing artwork on KDL's magazines? Well, meet Brianne Farley, the artist behind the Winter Kaleidoscope (available now at a branch near you!). You may recognize her artwork and style from books you've seen in our collection! What can you tell us about yourself? I am a picture book author…
Bring Joy 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. Sponsored by the US Marines, Toys for Tots delivers new toys to children throughout our communities. Thanks to Toys for Tots, deserving children can experience all…
2025 Draw the Yeti Contest!
Bring the legendary Let It Snow Yeti to life with your creativity! How to Enter: Draw your version of the Yeti. Photograph or scan your drawing. Email your artwork to contact@kdl.org. Prize: 🎬 Win 4 Movie Passes! Deadline: 📆 Submit by December 17. Winner Announcement: 🎉 Winner revealed December 19. Rules: Open to all ages…
Staff Poem: The Library Stands Alone
By Jonah Chickering, Assistant Branch Librarian, Kentwood Branch In the halls of safety and knowledge We find our refuge A pillar to literacy and community The library stands alone Laughing children and typing keystrokes Fill the air And the warmest, kindest people Are its stewards A break from the race A break from the cost…
Donate to Books for Babies
A child’s brain doubles in size in their first year with 90% of brain development happening before age five. Reading to babies boosts cognitive and language development, strengthens the caregiver-child bond and builds a foundation for future literacy skills. It exposes babies to new words and sentence structures, stimulates their brains and creates a sense…
Breaking Barriers: Accessible Shopping and Traveling During the Holidays
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…
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