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Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome .
Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St., Rockford, MI 49341 .
Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Welcome to our hangout, where homeschoolers can connect with other kids and learn through engaging activities including STEAM, writing, crafts and games. The theme changes regularly, so there are always new opportunities to learn and explore together!
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0–5 years. Family Storytime | Main Library Mondays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Main Library – 111 Library St NE Estas horas de cuentos incluyen libros excelentes, canciones, juegos de dedos y actividades prácticas. Las clases terminan con una actividad de arte y tiempo para jugar diseñados para ayudar a desarrollar el cerebro de su hijo. Para niños de 0 a 5 años. Hora de cuentos familiar | Biblioteca Principal Los lunes: 14, 21, 28 de septiembre; 5, 12, 19, 26 de octubre; 2, 9, 16, 30 de noviembre de 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Biblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE
Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St., Rockford, MI 49341 .
Stop by the Bookmobile to register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest books, movies, music and more to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
Race, dance, bowl and battle your way through classic Nintendo® Wii™ games with friends!
Stack and build with pre-programmed robots in a variety of unique ways to create countless robot constructions. Make your robot move, groove and light up. Every design is a new robot. What is KDL Lab Experience?
Go on a hands-on adventure to uncover the secret life of plants. Young botanists will investigate how things grow from the roots up. Come dig into science! What is KDL Lab Experience?
Summer may be over, but the fun of county fairs is just beginning. We'll have ring tosses, quilting crafts and fun surprises.
It's a special time for fun, interactive programs just for school kids! Join our KDL Kids Zone programs for crafts, storytime, games and other activities.
Stop by the Bookmobile to register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest books, movies, music and more to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
Get cozy in your pajamas, grab your favorite stuffed animals or blanket, and come to the library for a special bedtime event! Listen to stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out before bed. Great for working parents! For ages 0–5 years. Pajama Time | West Leonard Branch Mondays, September 14, 21, 28, October 5, 12, 19, 26, November 2, 9, 16, 30, 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 pm West Leonard Branch – 1017 Leonard St NW ¡Póngase cómodo en su pijama, tome su peluche o manta favorita y venga a la biblioteca para un evento especial a la hora de dormir! Escuche historias, cante canciones y sáquese las ganas de moverse antes de ir a la cama. ¡Perfecto para padres que trabajan! Para niños de 0 a 5 años. Hora de pijamas | Sucursal West Leonard Los lunes: 14, 21, 28 de septiembre; 5, 12, 19, 26 de octubre; 2, 9, 16, 30 de noviembre de 2026, 6:30 – 7:30 pm Sucursal West Leonard – 1017 Leonard St NW
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome .
Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St., Rockford, MI 49341 .
Crunchy leaves, orange pumpkins and plenty of squirrels – celebrate the season with all sorts of amazing fall-themed crafts.
Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Bring your toddlers to share fun stories, songs, and rhymes, and learn together! Toddler Time is a 25-minute long storytime followed by a hands-on activity and playtime designed to help your child’s brain grow. For ages 18 months–3 years. Toddler Time | West Side Branch Tuesdays, September 15, 22, 29, October 6, 13, 20, 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am West Side Branch – 713 Bridge St NW ¡Traiga a sus niños pequeños para compartir historias divertidas, canciones y rimas, y n tiempo de aprendizaje juntos! Tiempo de niños pequeños es una hora de cuentos de 25 minutos seguida de una actividad práctica y tiempo para jugar. Para niños de 18 meses a 3 años. Tiempo de niños pequeños | Sucursal West Side Los martes: 15, 22, 29 de septiembre; 6, 13, 20, 27 de octubre; 3, 10, 17 de noviembre de 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Sucursal West Side – 713 Bridge St NW
All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time, bonding with other mothers, and free coffee and tea.
Welcome to our hangout, where homeschoolers can connect with other kids and learn through engaging activities including STEAM, writing, crafts and games. The theme changes regularly, so there are always new opportunities to learn and explore together!
Stop by the Bookmobile to register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest books, movies, music and more to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
Teen-only fun for you and your friends at the library! Stop by for activities that may include board games, food and more.
Stop by the Bookmobile to register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest books, movies, music and more to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
Embark on a captivating journey through the wonders of nature while enjoying stories, songs and activities.
This is a welcoming, non-judgmental space to discuss death and dying. Deathworker Tracey Walker will guide conversations on death. It’s a chance for open, meaningful dialogue. Light refreshments will be provided. For teens and adults. September 22: Death Matters: A Community Conversation October 20: Companion Animal Deathcare November 17: Completing Advance Directives To Die For: Conversations on Death Tuesdays, September 22, October 20, November 17, 2026, 6:00 – 7:30 pm Seymour Branch – 2350 Eastern Ave SE Este es un espacio acogedor y sin prejuicios para hablar sobre la muerte y el morir. La especialista en temas de muerte Tracey Walker guiará las conversaciones. Es una oportunidad para un diálogo abierto y significativo. Se proporcionarán refrigerios ligeros. Para adolescentes y adultos. 22 de septiembre: La muerte importa: una conversación comunitaria 20 de octubre: Cuidado de animales de compañía al final de su vida 17 de noviembre: Cómo completar directivas anticipadas Para morirse: conversaciones sobre la muerte Los martes: 22 de septiembre, 20 de octubre, 17 de noviembre de 2026, 6:00 – 7:30 pm Sucursal Seymour – 2350 Eastern Ave SE
Practice simple yoga poses and movements while enjoying stories and songs to build early literacy skills. Please dress in comfortable clothing. A limited number of mats will be available. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome .
Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with your child in Spanish and English. Disfrute cuentos, canciones, y rimas con su hijo/a en español e inglés.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Stop by the Bookmobile during or after the Bright Beginnings Playgroup. Register for a library card, pick up program information and borrow library materials to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome. This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St., Rockford, MI 49341 .
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 3-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0–5 years. Family Storytime | Seymour Branch Wednesdays, September 16, 23, 30, October 7, 14, 21, 28, November 4, 11, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Seymour Branch – 2350 Eastern Ave SE Estas horas de cuentos incluyen libros excelentes, canciones, juegos de dedos y actividades prácticas. Las clases terminan con una actividad de arte y tiempo de juego diseñados para ayudar a desarrollar el cerebro de su hijo. Para niños de 0 a 5 años. Hora de cuentos familiar | Sucursal Seymour Los miércoles: 16, 23, 30 de septiembre; 7, 14, 21, 28 de octubre; 4, 11 de noviembre de 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Sucursal Seymour – 2350 Eastern Ave SE
Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome . This event will take place at Parkside Early Childhood Center, 156 Lewis St., Rockford, MI 49341 .
The Fresh Connect food truck brings free fresh and shelf-stable food, along with support services, directly to neighborhoods across northern Kent County. In partnership with KDL, it serves communities in Nelson, Spencer, and Tyrone Townships, meeting people where they are with dignity, warmth and care. Created with families, seniors and rural residents in mind, Fresh Connect offers more than convenient access to food. It opens the door to connection, linking individuals to mentoring, housing support, and helpful resources. Fresh Connect welcomes every neighbor, whether this is your first visit or one of many.
Join us for a special storytime celebrating autumn reads and early literacy crafts and activities featuring all that we love about the fall season.
Get creative and express yourself one pin at a time. Drop in to design your own pins using our button maker. Choose from templates, draw, collage or cut out something cool and turn it into wearable art.
Teen-only fun for you and your friends at the library! Stop by for activities that may include board games, food and more.
Join our librarians as they put their research skills to the test to answer your inquisitive questions and see if it’s possible to stump a librarian! You can submit a question via kdl.org/stump. They would love to hear what questions are on your mind. New episodes drop every other Wednesday, and you can subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
Stop by the Bookmobile to register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest books, movies, music and more to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
Create together! Features a new craft each time for you to make and take home.
Do you love big trucks, fast cars and amazing rocket ships? Join us for crafts and activities celebrating all your favorite vehicles!
Literacy is a fundamental skill that takes practice. In this program, kids are invited to practice reading to a licensed therapy dog from West Michigan Therapy Dogs Ruff Readers! Attendees will be able to read to a therapy dog for 10–15 minutes. While kids wait for their chance to read, the library will provide a small craft or activity. Reading spots with dogs are available on a first-come, first-served basis. For ages 6–13. Tails & Tales | Read to Therapy Dogs Wednesdays, September 23, October 28, 2026, 6:00 – 7:00 pm Ottawa Hills Branch – 1150 Giddings Ave SE La lectoescritura es una habilidad fundamental que requiere práctica. En este programa, se invita a los niños a practicar la lectura con un perro de terapia certificado de West Michigan Therapy Dogs Ruff Readers. Los participantes podrán leer a un perro de terapia durante 10 a 15 minutos. Mientras los niños esperan su turno para leer, la biblioteca proporcionará una pequeña manualidad o actividad. Los turnos de lectura con perros están disponibles por orden de llegada. Para niños de 6 a 13 años. Colas y Cuentos | Lectura a perros de terapia Los miércoles: 23 de septiembre, 28 de octubre de 2026, 6:00 – 7:00 pm Sucursal Otta
It's a special time for fun, interactive programs just for school kids! Join our KDL Kids Zone programs for crafts, storytime, games and other activities.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome .
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 3-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Stop by the Bookmobile during or after the Bright Beginnings Playgroup. Register for a library card, pick up program information and borrow library materials to enjoy at home. Please note: Bookmobile events may be canceled due to weather conditions. Check kdl.org/events or call 616.784.2007 for the latest updates before attending. Your safety is our priority!
These storytimes feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art activity and playtime designed to help your child's brain grow. For ages 0–5 years. Family Storytime | Yankee Clipper Branch Thursdays, September 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, November 5, 12, 19, 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Yankee Clipper Branch – 2025 Leonard St NE Hora de cuentos familiar | Sucursal Yankee Clipper Los jueves: 17, 24 de septiembre; 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 de octubre; 5, 12, 19 de noviembre de 2026, 10:30 – 11:30 am Sucursal Yankee Clipper – 2025 Leonard St NE Estas horas de cuentos incluyen libros excelentes, canciones, juegos de dedos y actividades prácticas. Las clases terminan con una actividad de arte y tiempo de juego diseñados para ayudar a desarrollar el cerebro de su hijo. Para niños de 0 a 5 años.
All moms and children welcome! Join this maternal support group for play time, bonding with other mothers, and free coffee and tea.
Stack and build with pre-programmed robots in a variety of unique ways to create countless robot constructions. Make your robot move, groove and light up. Every design is a new robot. What is KDL Lab Experience?