KDL’s wide offerings include understanding AI, career development, and fun
Kent District Library’s event offerings help patrons navigate the evolving digital landscape. There’s some free resources from streaming services to free classes.
Literacy Matters
National award recognizes KDL as one of best libraries in country
Kent District Library is the 2024 recipient of the nation’s highest museum and library honor. The National Medal for Museum and Library Service recognizes KDL’s community contributions.
No longer simply the sound of silence: Local libraries offer gathering areas for community groups
Kent District Library is creating a community Third Space. Study rooms are being booked for a variety of activities from dulcimer rehearsal to Girl Scout meetings.
On the Same Page: Sold-out conversation between authors shows passion for reading
A partnership between Kent District Library and The January Series at Calvin University featured Ann Patchett and Kevin Wilson in front of a packed house at the Covenant Fine Arts Center at Calvin University.
In Kent County, keys to early literacy are an open book
The Davis family is taking advantage of resources to help their daughter Willow learn to read. A commitment across Kent County to address the need for early literacy is making that possible.
Grant will help bring literacy training into the workplace
Here in Kent County the Literacy Center of West Michigan is working to eliminate barriers to achieving literacy. Recently, the center was awarded a MI Impact Grant of $1.12 million dollars from the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) to further their work.
KDL collaborates with AARP on topical learning programs for seniors
Kent District Library is joining with AARP on “Learn a Latte,” sessions that feature experts explaining artificial intelligence, elections, and prescription medications. The program is one of several ways KDL serves older adults.
Small businesses have huge resource in local library, chamber, and partnering organizations
It can be costly to run a small business, but the amount of resources that the Kent District Library and its partners, including the Grand Rapids Chamber, and Kent Intermediate School District are invaluable. Entrepreneurs and small businesses have a large resource with access to technology, tools, data, and training.
Focus Area: Series stories that propagate joy and inspiration within our community
Publisher Tommy Allen shares a collection of series stories that propagate joy within our community.
Library and museum help residents research family trees, learn local history
Looking to dig deeper into your family tree or learn more about what your neighborhood looked like in yesteryear? Local libraries, museums and societies open the doors to their history archives and genealogy tools, which can help residents discover or rediscover interesting artifacts.
