Name: Kimberly Straub Home Branch: Wyoming How long have you been a KDL Patron? 3 years What is the last library book you read or movie you watched? Crime and Punishment by Fyodor Dostoevsky What is your favorite thing about KDL? I've always wanted to be a writer but dragged my feet, telling myself that…
Black History Month: Black Arts
It is that time of year again where we acknowledge and celebrate Black culture for an entire month! This Black History Month feels a bit different since, in 2020, we were faced with a racial inequality awakening that really ignited a fire in a lot of people’s minds and hearts. This month, we thought it…
Congratulations Write Michigan Winners!
Kent District Library, Hancock School Public Library and Schuler Books & Music announce the winners of the ninth annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest. Over 950 writers from across the state entered the contest in four categories —249 adults, 367 teens, 283 youth and 52 Spanish writers (11 and younger). Winners were chosen by public…
Celebrate Black History Month: Learn from Dr. Mae Jemison
Don't miss out on this great opportunity to hear from a true trailblazer, Dr. Mae Jemison. PBS Books, in partnership with ASALH, will host a virtual conversation with Dr. Jemison on Wednesday, February 3 at 5:00 PM. You can participate via Facebook or YouTube. During the interview, Dr. Jemison will discuss her newly re-released memoir…
Help Guide Our Upcoming Anti-Racism Series
This April, our Plainfield Twp. Branch will host a three-week anti-racism series, and we’re looking to get questions from interested parties to help guide the discussion and make sure the programs address the issues that people want to learn about. Please fill out this short online form and let us know what questions you have…
Since we’ve no place to go…
Let It Snow, our winter reading challenge, is underway. Here are some books to try as you earn your reading badges.
Introducing Sensory Packs
Because we care about the well-being and comfort of our patrons, we offer Sensory Packs. These bags contain items that can help someone needing sensory accommodations. Contents include a weighted shoulder wrap, sensory toys, headphones and more. The bags are for in-branch use only. "We strive to make KDL a welcoming space for everyone, and…
KDL Free Library: Spreading the Joy of Reading
Cheryl Johnson first learned about the Little Free Library program while reading a magazine at the dentist's office in 2013. She tore out the article and brought it home. She was definitely interested in putting one in her front yard. Her family had recently lost a pine tree in the front yard during a storm…
Finally… A Book Sale!
If you're anything like us, you've been dying for a book sale the past 12 months. Well, friends, you're in luck! The Friends of the Plainfield Library are hosting a five-day book sale at the Plainfield Twp. Branch. All you need to bring is a mask, a bag and two free hands to carry the…
Book Bundles Help Kids Meet Their Reading Program Goals
Parents, we know that it can sometimes be time-consuming placing holds on all the items you and your children want to read together. Have you considered asking us for book bundles of board books, picture books and beginning readers? It’s a great way to get a variety of reading choices, and maybe even discover some new-to-you authors and series. And if you’ve signed up for 1000 Books…
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