East Grand Rapids Branch - KDL

09/13/2026

We're back!! So many programs for ALL AGES this week! Can't wait to see you soon! 🥰

09/12/2026

Is that a chill in the air, or just wishful thinking? Either way, happy September, and you know what that means! Happy new staff spotlight!

This month we are featuring some of Grace's favorite reads. Stop by to check on this ever-changing display!

09/10/2026

We're collecting this month! 😀

KDL is partnering with Meals on Wheels Western Michigan to collect shelf-stable food for local seniors. Every donation helps support nutritious meals while fostering independence, healthy aging and meaningful connections throughout our community.

Drop off shelf-stable food items to any branch during September.

09/10/2026

Librarians know everything... right? Well, you can listen to us testing our research skills with the Stump the Librarian podcast! And, if you have a burning question, fill out our little question form and leave it in our official Stump the Librarian box for a chance to get it answered on the show!

Listen here: kdl.org/stump-the-librarian/

09/09/2026

Sunday hours are coming back to select KDL branches. That's a whole extra day you can visit the library.

09/08/2026

Are you loving this year's Legendary Readers mascot as much as we are? Kids kindergarten through 5th grade are invited to participate in their very own reading challenge! If they read for 100 days between September 1 and June 11, they'll be entered to win a VIP Family Package to a Grand Rapids Griffin's Game!!

To get you started on your 100-day journey, here's some books picked out by Griff himself! kdl.bibliocommons.com/v2/list/display/1709635339/3099359927

09/02/2026

The Write Michigan Short Story Contest is back again! This is a fun contest for Michigan residents of any age to show off their writing skills and win prizes. Submissions are open from now until November 15th. Visit the Write Michigan website linked below for all the information.

Short Story Contest Open to Michigan residents of all ages. September 1 – November 15. The Write Michigan Short Story Contest is a short-story competition for Michigan residents. The contest is presented by Kent District Library in Kent County, Michigan, and Schuler Books in Grand Rapids, Michiga...

09/01/2026

Back to school season? No, it's back to crafting season! Do you have extra or unused crafting supplies taking up space at home? Bring your clean, new (or gently used) items for others to enjoy. Shop the library for supplies for yourself while you're here! You do not need to donate to take something.

08/28/2026

To celebrate the end of August, let's celebrate some of our Summer Wonder branch winners! Thank you all for participating in our reading challenge, and we can't wait for the next one!