At select branches through October, KDL will host a series aimed atconnecting you with area experts on topics such as healthy living, hobbies, DIY and budgeting. Guest speakers include Rachel Ruiz from WOOD-TV8′s eightWest, On-the-Town magazine editor Joanne Bailey-Boorsma, a Civil War re-enactor, a digital photographer and a genealogy search whiz, among others.

Saturday, September 8, 1:00–3:00 PM – West Michigan Events Preview –Kentwood branch
Saturday, September 22, 1:00–3:00 PM – Hobbies – Wyoming branch
Thursday, October 4, 5:30–7:30 PM – Living Smart and Being Frugal – Plainfield Township branch

Are you ready to write, Michigan?

Kent District Library is partnering with Schuler Books & Music and the Grand Rapids Public Library to host the Write Michigan short story contest beginning September 4. The contest is aimed at showcasing budding writing talent across the state. We’re so excited to offer people this opportunity to share their work with Michigan and the world.

Want to brush up on your job-hunting skills? We can help with a series ofCareer Transitions Workshops occuring this fall! The five-part series will take place at the Kentwood branch in September, the East Grand Rapids branch in October and the Wyoming branch in November.