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…
Bending Toward Justice
Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated just 53 years ago in Memphis, TN at the age of 39. In his short time on our planet, he became the most well-known civil rights figure in the United States. On Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK Jr.) Day, we celebrate the Reverend Doctor's birthday (January 15) and legacy…
Semi-finalists named in Write Michigan Short Story Contest
Kent District Library and Schuler Books are proud to announce the semi-finalists in the ninth annual Write Michigan Short Story Contest. About 950 Michigan writers from all over the state entered the contest. Winners will be chosen by public voting at www.writemichigan.org through January 31 for the $500 Readers’ Choice award, and by a panel…
Some of the Best Books We Read in 2020
One thing 2020 didn't take away from us was our passion for reading! Some of us even had more time to read this year than ever before. Check out some some of the titles our staff members chose as the best book they read in 2020. The Summer that Melted Everything by Tiffany McDaniel “2020…
Donate now to support programming and outreach at KDL
From Meet Up and Eat Up, which addressed childhood hunger and provided Summer Wonder activity bags for children, to virtual visits at foster homes and senior centers to home delivery of Wi-Fi hotspots, Kent District Library has provided greatly-needed resources, programs and services during the COVID-19 pandemic. On behalf of KDL, thank you for your…
