We are pleased to introduce the KDL Core Collection. This 100-book collection consists of titles at least one year old that are close to the hearts of KDL librarians and patrons alike. These books are popular and respected, which is why KDL has purchased shiny new copies and labeled them the KDL Core. Titles include…
Good News from the Talking Book & Braille Center
The Talking Book & Braille Center serves patrons who are blind or visually impaired, as well as those who may have a physical, perceptual or reading disability that makes it difficult to read standard print. Until recently, users with reading disabilities were required to have their application for service certified by a medical doctor that could verify that the disability…
What We Celebrate: The Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival
By Sara Magnuson Kent District Library will be highlighting heritage and diversity events and festivals throughout the year and focusing on local organizations that bring awareness and engagement opportunities to our community. May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage month, and KDL is celebrating the Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Foundation as they prepare for their…
Congratulations to the Teen Poetry Contest Winners!
The Write Michigan Teen Poetry Contest and Slam was back this year, and bigger than ever! We had 237 poems submitted from students at 44 schools across our service area. KDL would like to thank all our teen poets – it can be a scary thing to share your art with strangers, and we are…
Language, Communication and Culture Care
By Sara Proaño, Community Engagement Manager The way we speak, sign or communicate is deeply rooted in the history of each human group. Our language often serves as a window to a different worldview, another way of thinking and understanding. Multilingual dialog offers unique opportunities to understand each other and empathize with someone else’s story…
