New Alma Powell Branch Library Survey
Kalamazoo Public Library is conducting a survey to collect community input on what are the important factors we should use to select a new site, design the building, and determine programs and services to offer at a new Alma Powell Branch Library location. Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
Diamond Art Painting
September 12 | 4 pm | Central | Teen: Create a dazzling masterpiece with colorful rhinestones on a self-adhesive canvas. While supplies last.
Reading Race Book Group
September 10 | 6:30 pm | Marlborogh Building | Adult: Join us for a thoughtful discussion about Viral Justice by Ruha Benjamin.
Community Visioning on a County-Wide Climate Action and Climate Justice Plan
September 11 | 6 pm | Washington Square | All Ages: In partnership with Kalamazoo’s Climate Sustainability Coordinator, Taylor Van Winkle, this forum will inform the public on the interrelationships among climate, public health, and community.
Family Yoga
September 11 | 5:15 pm | Move with Joy Studios | Family: A free yoga class for families. All experience levels welcome.
Adult Reading Challenge Fall 2024
September 1–November 30 | Open Hours | All Locations | Adult: Are you up to the challenge? Join us for the fall season!
News
Congratulations to the 2024 Amanda Green Scholarship Fund Winners!
KPL extends a hearty congratulations to the 2024 Amanda Green Scholarship Fund Winners! Lauren Yowell Lauren Yowell is a current…
KPL is Hosting Two Informational Meetings About the Temporary Alma Powell Branch Library Location
Kalamazoo Public Library (KPL) is hosting two informational meetings to share the exciting news about the temporary Alma Powell Branch…
Kalamazoo Public Library Board of Trustees Appoints Michael Cockrell Interim Director
Kalamazoo Public Library (KPL) Board of Trustees appointed Michael Cockrell Interim Director on the June 24, 2024, Board of Trustees…
2022-2023 Annual Report
The KPL 2022-2023 Annual Report is now available on our website for review.
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Pages from the Past
Walking Through TimeThe Kalamazoo Historic Preservation Commission’s second publication was the result of a three-year citywide inventory and survey of…
EepyBird’s Coke & Mentos Spectacular
Authors and mad scientists Fritz Grobe & Stephen Voltz (EepyBird), a.k.a. the “Coke and Mentos guys,” brought their DIY science…
Bronson Park Mound
The following text and notes by David S. Brose are from the 2021 study, “Archaeological Interpretations of the Ground-Penetrating Radar…
Foot Ball in Kalamazoo (1870-1939)
During the 1870s, a local farmer named James Taylor hosted a fall event he called the Annual Harvest Home Festival…
Whiskey Before Breakfast @ KPL
Music from the Celtic tradition including jigs, reels, hornpipes and all manner tunes and songs from Kalamazoo’s own Whiskey Before…
Databases
Something about the Author
Something About the Author Online brings you comprehensive online access to all volumes of Gale's award-wining reference set, Something About…
Science Reference Center
Designed to meet every student researcher's needs, Science Reference Center contains full text for hundreds of science magazines, journals, encyclopedias,…
Opposing Viewpoints in Context
Gale Opposing Viewpoints in Context is an engaging online experience for those seeking contextual information and opinions on hundreds of…
Morningstar Investment Research Center
A one-stop tool for collecting financial information, getting reliable portfolio analysis, learning about investment options, and reading up on the…
LearningExpress Library
Support for students and professionals in skill-building, test prep, and career certification. Includes GED prep.
Hobbies & Crafts Reference Center
This database offers detailed "how-to" instructions and creative ideas to meet the interests of virtually every hobby enthusiast. Full text…
DemographicsNow
Researchers and entrepreneurs are provided with comprehensive business and demographic information valuable to assess business viability, create sales leads and…
