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November 2, 2015
Brew it to Win it! KD aLe Beer Competition 2015
Fancy yourself a mighty fine home brewer? Enter your best brew in the KD aLe first ever home brewer’s competition, “Book-Inspired Brewing!” 
Kent District Library, in collaboration with Gravel Bottom Brewing, is calling on home brewers to enter this unique competition; creating a beer inspired by your favorite title or author. The winning beer will be brewed in a professional brewery, Gravel Bottom Brewing, to be released at the KD aLe Wrap Up Party on February 24. The winner’s name will be engraved on the KD aLe homebrew trophy and the top three finalists will receive a home 
brewer’s prize basket.
Need some brewing inspiration? Check out these book/brew combos.
Gone Girl Coffee Stout – Dark and caffeinated, this stout, like the book, will keep you up all night. Just like Amy, this beer is smooth, controlled and will leave you wishing for a little bit more.
Catcher in the Rye Beer – It takes a special beer to match the dryness of Holden Caulfield. Bitter and crisp on the tongue, this brew mimes the acerbic style of the teenage protagonist. Not for phonies!
Alice’s Adventures in Weizenbier – Golden as the shiny haired troublemaker, this beer has a malty sweetness and an unsuspecting hint of banana. Curiousier and curiousier, this beer throws flavors at you faster than the White Rabbit runs. Don’t be late trying this brew!
Or take inspiration from your favorite author:
Poe Stout – A dark and bitter brew guaranteed to put you on edge.
Kinsella Cider – Light and bubbly, crisp and sweet, this cider is best shared with friends and over good stories.
For the full list of dates, rules and restrictions, visit our KD aLe page.
Cheers and good luck!
October 29, 2015
“Nightingale”: a new DVD
The nightingale, according to one source, is a bird know to sing “laments” that are “seemingly spontaneous.” Hence the name of the new HBO-produced movie, “October 28, 2015
Our New Catalog Has a Mobile App!
Introducing BookMyne — your one-stop spot for all your library needs! Search for your next favorite, renew items, put materials on hold, check your fines, manage your account and view booklists for suggestions — all with one free app. BookMyne, the mobile-friendly version of our new catalog, is downloadable on both
October 27, 2015
“Strange, Spooky, Wicked Michigan” at Plainfield
The “Strange, Spooky, Wicked Michigan” program originally scheduled for Oct. 14 at the Plainfield Township Branch, 2650 5 Mile Rd. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525, has been rescheduled. It’s now taking place Wednesday, Nov. 4, at 6:30 p.m. Listen as researcher Amberrose Hammond shares video and audio clips of her investigations into Michigan’s more mysterious stories. Halloween may be over by then but that doesn’t mean the thrills and chills have to stop!
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Sunday Afternoon Live – Free Concerts for Adults
Heat up the cool autumn weather with the sizzling sounds of local Grand Rapids bands Vox Vidorra and Afro Zuma at two concerts to be held at the Cascade Township branch.
Vox Vidorra, an Indie Rock/Soul group featuring the soaring vocals
of lead singer and lyricist Molly Bouwsma-Schultz will hit the stage on Sunday, October 25 at 2:00 PM at the Cascade Township branch. With songs inspired by experiences in Grand Rapids and social themes like religion, racism and oppression, Vox Vidorra aims to move their audience to action.
Hailing from Michigan with a worldly sound originating in Nigeria, Afro Zuma, is a 14- piece collaboration of jazz, rock and funk artists. Giving high energy performances in the West African musical style of Afrobeat, this group is sure to get you grooving. Join the fun on Sunday, November 22 at 2:00 PM at the Cascade Township branch.
Thank you to sponsors Tassell-Wisner-Bottrall Foundation, Cascade Charter Township, Friends of the Cascade Library, David & Michelle Bottrall and the Cascade Township Downtown Development Authority for providing this entertainment to the public. Tickets are not necessary for the concerts, for more information please visit www.kdl.org or call (616)784-2007.
October 15, 2015
KDL Anywhere, Anytime with KDLCast
Take us on the road with you! Kent District Library’s podcast, KDLCast, is up and running and ready to entertain you. Bringing in professionals once a month, KDL covers topics to enhance your life from exploring the back roads of Michigan to advice on incorporating gluten-free meals in your diet. Join the fun and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. Happy listening!
October 13, 2015
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