Kent District Library (MI)'s Blog, page 22

Check out our Summer Reading Video!

If you aren’t already counting down the days to

New Adult Booklist: Magical Realism

Looking for a read with a just a hint of the fantastical and still grounded in the reality we know? Something with the tiniest bit of magic, but no magic wands or elves or epic journeys into the heart of evil? Check this booklist featuring Magical Realism featuring these titles and more:

KDL on WGVU Radio — New Resources

Comics and eBooks Through hoopla!

Exciting news! Our video streaming service,

Clean Reads for All Ages

Probably no surprise here (considering I’m a librarian) but I was a pretty advanced reader at the age of 11. Another shocker for you is that my mom got a little upset when I came home from my local library with a copy of

New Juvenile Booklist: Animal Antics

If you have a young animal lover in your family, be sure to check out our new booklist Animal Antics! Each of these picture books features animals front and center. With a range from funny to sentimental, and even one with no words at all, there may be a new favorite book here for your young reader!

Author Marcia Brown Dies at the Age of 96

Well-known children’s author & illustrator

June LibraryReads Staff Picks

http://libraryreads.org for more information and find your next great read!

 

Civic Theatre Passes: Avenue Q

Starting NOW until they are gone: KDL cardholders may pick up two free vouchers per person at our 

Free Computer Classes for Adults

Whether you’re a computer novice or looking to update your skills, KDL’s free computer classes can help you learn something new! Starting in June, registration is no longer required for our computer classes. They will be first come, first serve, and we will make every effort to accommodate all who arrive.

Computer Basics: Mousing and More!
Computer Basics: Where’s My Stuff?
Computer Basics: PC Management
Gadgets: B.Y.O. eReader & Tablet Users Group
Internet: Online Security
Internet: Internet Basics and More
Internet: Pinterest Basics
Internet: Facebook Basics
Microsoft Excel Basics I & II
Microsoft Office Workshop
Microsoft PowerPoint Basics
Microsoft Word Basics I, II & III
Job Seekers: Office Programs for the Job Seeker
Apple Computers – Your MacBook: Shortcuts, tips and Tricks (BYO Laptop)
Apple Computers: iPhoto and iMovie for Beginners (BYO Apple Laptop)
Speak to a Geek

For class descriptions and schedule, please see pages 18-21 in our