
Cozy Readers Book Club
Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss James by Percival Everett.
Romantic date night ideas in Kentwood, MI. Restaurants, shows, concerts, and unique experiences for couples.
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Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss James by Percival Everett.

Explore the history of opera and the ways racism has been historically embedded — and often permitted — within the genre. Opera Grand Rapids is responding to this history by dedicating an entire season to AAPI artists and stories. Hear about the Guest Artistic Director’s approach to addressing and..



Create together! Features a new craft each time for you to make and take home.

Main Event is a family entertainment center with bowling, laser tag, gravity ropes, arcade games, billiards, and food & drinks.

Before becoming a priest in West Michigan, Father Peter Vu grew up in Vietnam during the Vietnam War. Join us as he shares his moving journey of resilience and hope that travels from life during the war to the challenges of its aftermath to his courageous escape from Vietnam that led to a new...


Herb gardens are as varied as the personalities and interests of their gardeners. This program will give you some tips, tricks and ideas on creating an herb garden that fits you and your needs.

Urban Air indoor adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, ropes courses, battle beams, dodgeball, and birthday party packages.


Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Stories From Suffragette City , a collection of short stories by bestselling authors with an introduction by Kristin Hannah.

Altitude Trampoline Park is an indoor trampoline and adventure park with wall-to-wall trampolines, foam pits, dodgeball, rock climbing, and birthday parties.

Revolutionary War Patriots of South-Central Michigan Live Zoom Program Celebrate the United States’ 250th anniversary and the Revolution’s legacy in Michigan. This talk explores the lives, battle experiences, and burial locations of dozens of American Revolutionary War veterans who moved to the.

Stop in and try something new or bring in your own project! New projects will be introduced monthly. All previous projects will be available while supplies last.




Join us for a presentation on Kent County’s waste disposal system, including a virtual tour of the Recycling Center and accepted materials, the SafeChem hazardous waste program and the basics of composting and food waste.

Join other classic movie lovers to watch films from the golden age of the silver screen. Refreshments provided. The library will post the movie titles in the branch. Closed captioning provided.

WERQ® is the wildly addictive cardio dance workout based on the hottest pop and hip hop music with instructor Marilou Slagter. Expect to sweat and burn about 500-900 calories each hour of WERQ! All dance and fitness abilities welcome. Learn more at www.WERQfitness.com or paste this url into your.


A time for fun activities with friends. This program is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their care partners.


Please join us for this informal group of people that meets weekly to quilt, sew, embroider, and more. Drop in and bring whatever you are working on. All are welcome and no registration is necessary! On Wednesdays at 10:00 all year round. The group usually meets in the main level Library Program...

Celebrate the biodiversity of your own backyard with the Grand Rapids Audubon Club. Participants will also learn ways to get involved with local birding and conservation groups in West Michigan. This Sustainable Neighbors series is presented in partnership with E- GReen and sponsored by the Friends.

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss Still Life by Louise Penny.




Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Waters by Bonnie Jo Campbell.

Zumba mixes low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. It’s a total workout, combining all elements of fitness: cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility with a serious dose of fun! Class is $5 per session and your very first...

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Eyes Are the Best Part by Monika Kim.

Urban Air indoor adventure park with trampolines, climbing walls, ropes courses, battle beams, dodgeball, and birthday party packages.

Enjoy a plant swap, activities and ideas for helping our world stay healthy and green.

Celebrate a summer of reading and learning with presenters, craft ideas, music and more.
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Compete against teams of four people (teams can be formed either before or at the event) to solve identical jigsaw puzzles in the least amount of time. The speed event will begin 30 minutes after the beginning of the program. Refreshments will be provided, and you can bring puzzles with all pieces..

Everybody loves tomatoes, but how much do you know about this tasty fruit‘s fascinating history? Author and seed saver Bevin Cohen will share exciting tales of how this South American fruit traveled around the world and back, influencing the cuisines and cultures of the many countries it...

Learn what financial preparation is required prior to purchasing a home and receive guidance on the factors that can affect eligibility for a loan, the different mortgage options available and how to estimate what you can afford to pay for a home.

Create a simple yet elegant decorative paper lantern using waxed paper and pressed botanicals. Space is limited, so registration is required and opens two weeks before the event. Doors open 15 minutes before the program; check in with library staff to claim your spot upon arrival. Unclaimed seats...

For the 250th celebration of the United States, the library welcomes historian, Andrew Kercher, who will speak on Michigan's story in the American Revolution. In some ways it was a frontier far from the battlefields. It was still vital to the struggle for North America. From the British stronghold..

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...

Donate blood and save lives. Versiti Blood Center of Michigan will be at Kent District Library; appointments are preferred but not required, and you can schedule your appointment at https://versiti.org/KDL .

AI is changing the way things are made online, making it harder than ever to spot fake or changed information. Learn easy ways to identify AI-generated pictures, videos and text, as well as common tricks scammers use.

For centuries communities relied on millers to grind the grain for their daily bread. Discover what is involved with this important trade from Alisa Crawford who has spent years as a miller using the traditional skills needed to grind grain by wind and water power. She will share how she learned...

Try a variety of traditional table-top games or bring your own! Space is limited; first come, first served. Doors open 15 minutes before the program begins.

Come to these 2-part evening classes and weave a Lidded Basket with instructor, Laurie Zientek. This basket is apx. 12" across. Arrive anytime between 5:00-5:30pm. Adult class. Cost: $30 total, (can be paid at the first class). All materials and instruction are included. Register only for Monday's..

Join us for FUN with Comedy Magician & Entertainer Cameron Zvara! Cameron's show is filled with mind-blowing magic, comedy, juggling, music and TONS of audience participation. You do not want to miss out!
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A time for fun activities with friends. This program is designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their care partners. This event will be held at Walker Ice and Fitness Center Room A, 4151 Remembrance Rd NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49534.