Planning the future of Alma Powell Branch Library–Town Halls
Monday, November 4 | 6–8 pm | Lincoln Elementary School | All Ages: Residents of the Northside are invited to join Abonmarche–Byce and Kalamazoo Public Library at two town halls to discuss the future of the Alma Powell Branch Library.
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Save the Date! Meet the 2025 Reading Together Author Javier Zamora
March 15 | 3 pm | Chenery Auditorium | Adult: Join us to hear the author’s prepared remarks, followed by an audience Q&A session and book signing opportunity. Copies are available for checkout at all KPL branches and online at kpl.gov.
First Saturday Featuring Vashti Harrison
Nov 2 | 11:30 am–1 pm | NACD: 612 N. Park St | Children: Join us for stories, crafts, and a very special visit from Vashti Harrison.
KSO Musical Storybooks
Nov 7 | 10:30 am–11 am | OSH | Children: Storytime with music by the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra. Ages 3-6. Registration required.
Monday Movie Matinee
Nov 4 | 11 am–12:45 pm | CEN | Adult: Enjoy a free film screening in the Van Deusen Room!
Exploring Psychedelic Healing and Mental Health Treatment
Nov 6 | 6:30–7:30 pm | CEN | Adult: Learn about psychedelics and mental health treatment. Registration required.
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Planning the future of Alma Powell Branch Library Town Halls
Residents of the Northside are invited to join Abonmarche–Byce and Kalamazoo Public Library at two town halls to discuss the…
KPL Announces 2025 Reading Together Author
Kalamazoo Public Library is excited to welcome Solito: A Memoir author Javier Zamora to Kalamazoo on Saturday, March 15, 3 pm at Chenery…
New! Mango Languages & Passport Services
KPL is excited to announce two new services! September is Library Card Sign-up Month. If you don’t have a KPL…
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…
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