From the Director:

So Much More Than Books 

Like everyone who works at KDL, I find myself frequently talking about our services when I'm not at work.

I was recently talking with another parent who told me his family loves KDL's free programs, especially those during the summer and other school breaks. He said he wished, though, that we had more in the way of educational resources to help his kids with school.

Like so many library users, his family was only dipping a toe into the vast pool of what KDL offers. I took advantage of that opportunity to share with him the Parents & Kids page on our website, with its recommended reading lists, learning-focused games (available on mobile devices) and online reference resources, where his kids can search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take online practice tests and use test prep eBooks.

Do you know about everything KDL can do for your children? Is there a service you need from your library? We're always interested to hear your suggestions.

Lance Werner, KDL Director

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Get Some Culture 

 
A couple years ago, a patron at our Kentwood (Richard L. Root) branch was looking to connect with those from her native homeland and make sure she kept some of their traditions alive in their new home. Since then, that branch has hosted regular Bosnian Storytimes for families to meet, connect and strengthen ties, and for those interested in learning about a new culture.

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The calendar in April will attest

Up to ten teens a-rhyming

Will earn prizes for poetic timing,

$50 in Schuler Books gift cards

For stanzas o'er which you labored hard,

Rules and entry forms available here

Or at the KDL branch you hold most dear,

Poems better than this one accepted April one through thirty,

Your mom might read them, so nothing dirty.

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