Summer Wonder is back at Kent District Library (KDL), offering readers of all ages exciting opportunities to stay curious, creative and connected all summer long. Running June 1 through August 7, the annual program encourages lifelong learning through reading, hands-on activities and free events designed for a variety of interests, learning styles and abilities. Participants…
Get to Know Megan Chance
The sold-out On the Same Page event with Kristin Hannah and Megan Chance is coming right up! If you haven't already gotten your hands on books by these two authors, many branches have copies on the shelf right now! Check out your local branch or visit kdl.org to place a hold. Now, let's get to know a…
Jaci Cooper Elected to MLA Board of Directors
Jaci Cooper, KDL's Director of Projects & Planning, was recently elected to the Michigan Library Association Board of Directors as a Member-at-Large. Her term will run from July 2026 through June 2029. The Michigan Library Association (MLA) Board of Directors is composed of elected leaders from across the state’s library community, representing district libraries, public…
DeVos Performance Hall Collecting New and Gently Used Books for Kent District Library at Dog Man The Musical on May 3
This news release was written and distributed by DeVos Performance Hall. DeVos Performance Hall and Kent District Library are partnering to host a book drive in conjunction with Dog Man The Musical on May 3. Prior to the show, new and gently used books will be collected in the outer lobby of the performance hall to support local families…
Kent District Library Celebrates a Year of Expansion and Innovation
The newly published Kent District Library 2025 Community Report tells the story of Kent District Library's mission to further all people and leading with heart. The report celebrates achievements, growth and partnerships throughout the community. It also includes systemwide statistics. It is available for download at kdl.org/communityreport and highlights numerous accomplishments, including: KDL’s Seed Library provided…
Kent District Library Announces 3rd Annual “On the Same Page” Communitywide Reading Initiative
Kent District Library is encouraging adults to get “On the Same Page” with reading. KDL is thrilled to announce that the book that will build community as everyone reads and discusses the same title is The Women by Kristin Hannah. “On the Same Page invites people to connect through a shared reading experience,” said Hennie Vaandrager…
Calling All Teen Poets
Kent District Library is currently accepting entries to the annual Write Michigan Teen Poetry Contest, open to teens in grades 6-12 living or attending school in Kent County. This is a great opportunity for teens to share their writing and win a cool prize. Teens are encouraged to submit up to two poems by April…
KDL Welcomes New Board Member
Kristen Covelle has been appointed to the Board of Trustees of the Kent District Library by the Kent County Board of Commissioners. She represents Region 5, which includes the City of East Grand Rapids and Ada, Cascade and Grand Rapids Townships. Covelle has been a KDL patron since 2004 and visits the library about twice…
Kent District Library Announces Community Impact Scholarship
Kent District Library and the KDL Board of Trustees are proud to offer a $5,000 KDL Community Impact Scholarship to recognize high school seniors and adults returning to school who have worked hard to improve their communities and show potential to make long term impact. Both trade-bound and college-bound students are eligible to apply. Strong…
Let It Snow Returns; Sign Up Today!
Winter is a great time to stay home and cuddle up on the couch with a good book. Sign up for Kent District Library's Let It Snow reading challenge. Adults and teens (age 11+) who read or listen to six books between December 1 and February 27 earn a collectible Let It Snow mug. Still…
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