
In Memoriam: "Olivia" Author Ian Falconer
Ian Falconer, best known as the illustrator and author of the beloved Olivia children’s book series about a spry and smart young pig, died on Tuesday in Rowayton, Conn. The author, illustrator,…
Ian Falconer, best known as the illustrator and author of the beloved Olivia children’s book series about a spry and smart young pig, died on Tuesday in Rowayton, Conn. The author, illustrator,…
Due to the recent ice storm which affected Kalamazoo County and left many individuals without electricity for several days, the KZCF Scholarship team has extended the application deadline to Monday,…
KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Bob Wood, a Kalamazoo native, and retired high school teacher is raising awareness of people living in Ukraine during the war. Wood just last week returned from a…
Check out the Best of 2022 books, movies, and music as chosen by KPL staff!
Released Monday, December 19, 2022. January 1, with a deadline of March 1, 2023. The scholarship will be awarded to a student expected to attend a graduate-level library science program…
The award-winning, successful Kalamazoo (MI) Public Library seeks a leader who will serve both the library and the Kalamazoo community as an engaged, active participant and contributor. Learn more and/or apply…
Kalamazoo Public Library extends a warm welcome and congratulations to our just-elected board members! Linda S. Mah (top left) Denise Miller (top right) Kori Jock (bottom left, will serve a…
Construction on the Oshtemo Branch Library parking lot will begin soon. The updates include: Improved ADA parking spaces and curb ramps New drive-up material dropbox Sidewalk repairs New bike racks…
The role of a public library board is to set policies and delegate responsibility for implementing those policies to the library’s director and staff. The board provides for, establishes, and…
Kalamazoo Public Library is the featured story for the October issue of Encore Magazine! Kalamazoo Public Library is celebrating 150 years of service to Kalamazoo. This October issue of Encore…
Between 1956–2009, a friendly bookmobile staff visited both the rural and urban areas of Kalamazoo providing materials and services to patrons. During the summer of 2020, KPL’s new Mobile Library…
Have you ever needed a tool for one project, or wanted to try a cooking appliance before investing in it and thought, “Gee, I wish I could just borrow one!”…
Physical activity is a key part of a healthy lifestyle, and this challenge was born to promote that in the Kalamazoo area! In Southwest Michigan, we are blessed with lots…
Please note there is heavy street construction around the Washington Square Branch. Portage Street is highly affected. Please allow additional travel time and check the city’s street maintenance map online to…
The world lost two legendary authors this past week. Eric Carle passed away on Sunday, May 22nd at age 91, and Lois Ehlert passed on Wednesday, May 25 at age…
Great news! All Kalamazoo Public Library locations will reopen for in-person services on Tuesday, June 1. Curbside service will still be offered for patrons who prefer to have their items…
Kalamazoo Public Library will celebrate its 150th Anniversary in the fall of 2022. We are asking our community to join us in the celebration by sharing your KPL memories with…
On Wednesday, April 21st KPL’s cloudLibrary titles will begin transferring to the hoopla digital platform. This move will necessitate the current cloudLibrary titles to be unavailable from KPL while they are…
Kalamazoo Public Library prioritizes the health and safety of our staff and patrons. Many KPL staff are receiving the second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine on April 8. Out of…
Few characters in youth literature are as universally recognized as Ramona Quimby. Few authors are as prolific and impactful as Ramona’s creator, the incomparable Beverly Cleary. The world lost a…
KPL has successfully completed another Reading Together, and we are already planning for our next one! 2022 Reading Together will be a special event, as it will be our 20th…
Kalamazoo Public Library strongly condemns the harassment and violence that has been escalating in our country against people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent, and we stand in support of…
Did you attend any of this year’s Reading Together events? Please take a moment to provide us feedback on your experience by taking our brief survey. Thank you!
The Friends Bookstore will reopen on Thursday, March 18! Here is what you need to know: Open hours will be Thursday & Friday, 10 am–4 pm and Saturday, 10 am–2…
Kalamazoo Public Library is celebrating Earth Day this Spring by participating in the 12th annual Neighborhood Forest free tree program for kids. Parents and caregivers can register for a free tree online by March 21.
The news that Dr. Seuss Enterprises would cease publication of six Dr. Seuss children’s titles has prompted vigorous discussion here at the Kalamazoo Public Library (KPL), across the library and…
Did you know there are coloring books about famous African American Men and Women of Kalamazoo? Get both to keep, along with crayons, at KPL! Available by request while supplies…
Lynda.com is upgrading! As of March 2nd, this robust resource will be known as LinkedIn Learning. During a brief transition period, access may be limited. Once complete however, LinkedIn Learning…
Youth advocate and author Sonya Bernard-Hollins is the owner of a book publishing company and online magazine. She incorporates young people in all that she does.CREDIT COURTESY OF SONYA BERNARD-HOLLINS…
Kalamazoo Public Library is pleased to announce that all library locations will reopen to the public with limited access to services on Monday, March 8. Curbside service will continue to…