Festivals & Fairs in Kingsford, MI

Bookmobile Lobby Stop | Wyoming Senior Center

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 4:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Ages 55+

Stop by the KDL table to chat with Bookmobile staff, register for a library card, pick up program information and check out the latest books, movies, music and more to enjoy.

Silent Book Club

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 10:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Wyoming Branch · 3350 Michael Ave. SW, Wyoming, MI

Put down your phone, pick up a book and spend quality time with fellow book lovers. This isn't your typical book club; there is no assigned reading or deadlines. Simply bring what you're reading and connect over a beverage.

Stannard Rock Boathouse Open House

In 2 weeks · Mon, May 25, 4:00 AM UTC · Marquette Maritime Museum · 300 N. Lakeshore Blvd, Marquette, MI

Stannard Rock Boathouse

Stump the Librarian Podcast

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 27, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC

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...

KDL Author Talks | Nir Eyal

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC

Enjoy an engaging online conversation with bestselling author Nir Eyal as he discusses his new work, Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way To Stop Limiting Yourself And Achieve Breakthrough Results , and shows how our limits generally aren't physical but are rooted in our beliefs about our...

Powers Spalding Farmers Market

Powers Spalding Farmers Market · Powers, MI

Powers Spalding Farmers Market is a farmers market in Powers, MI.

Bookmobile Visit | Godfrey Lee ECC

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC

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...

Tutor Training Part 3

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 4:00 AM UTC · Events for April 2026 · Kalamazoo, MI

Computer Basics Part Two

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 2:45 AM UTC · Adrian District Library, MI · Adrian, MI

South Bend Cubs at West Michigan Whitecaps

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:05 PM UTC · LMCU Ballpark · 4500 W River Dr, Comstock Park, MI

MiLB High-A: South Bend Cubs at West Michigan Whitecaps at LMCU Ballpark

Bookmobile Visit | Cutler Estates

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC

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...

Toronto Blue Jays at Detroit Tigers

In 1 week · Fri, May 15, 10:45 PM UTC · Comerica Park · 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI

MLB: Toronto Blue Jays at Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park

Craft & Create

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Alto Branch · 6071 Linfield Ave. SE, Alto, MI

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

Introduction to AI - Afternoon Session

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 2:45 AM UTC · Adrian District Library, MI · Adrian, MI

Quad Cities River Bandits at Lansing Lugnuts

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 11:05 PM UTC · Jackson Field · 505 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI

MiLB High-A: Quad Cities River Bandits at Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field

Bookmobile Visit | Tamarisk Apartments

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC

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...

Introduction to AI - Evening Session

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 7:45 AM UTC · Adrian District Library, MI · Adrian, MI

Bookmobile Visit | Appletree Estates

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 27, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC

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...

Themed Herb Gardens

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Alto Branch · 6071 Linfield Ave. SE, Alto, MI

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.

Cleveland Guardians at Detroit Tigers

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 10:40 PM UTC · Comerica Park · 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI

MLB: Cleveland Guardians at Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park

Board Game Afternoon

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Spend a fun afternoon at the library with tabletop board and card games for adults, teens, and families with kids over 10! (If your children are not yet teens, please plan to stay and play with them.) We’ll provide and teach games from our collection, or bring your own.

Republic-Michigamme School/ Public Library

Republic-Michigamme School/ Public Library · 227 Maple Street, Republic, MI

Republic-Michigamme School/ Public Library is a public central library in Republic, MI. Open 520 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 2,538 square feet.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Great Lakes Loons

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 10:05 PM UTC · Dow Diamond · 825 E Main St, Midland, MI

MiLB High-A: West Michigan Whitecaps at Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond

Menominee County Library

Menominee County Library · S319 Railroad Street, Stephenson, MI

Menominee County Library is a public central library in Stephenson, MI. Open 2,392 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 6,760 square feet.

Friends Present: Windmill Sails & Millers’ Tales: The Skills of a Miller

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 5:00 PM–6:00 PM UTC · Gary Byker Memorial Library · 3338 Van Buren St, Hudsonville, MI

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...

Write Now! Teen Writers' Group

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 27, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Farmington Community Library · 32737 W 12 Mile Rd, Farmington Hills, MI

No registration is required. Join other teens in grades 6-12 for a monthly writers' group on the last Wednesday from February through May. Feel free to bring any sort of creative writing you have been working on—short stories, poetry, or anything else! Each meet-up will begin with a writing...

Royal Oak Public Library Film Club

In 2 weeks · Thu, May 21, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library · 222 E Eleven Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI

This is a meeting of the Royal Oak Public Library Film Club. We meet each month to discuss a movie on Kanopy that we have watched on our own before the discussion. There are not that many venues anymore that show independent films, and even less opportunity to discuss films. But there are so many..

Bookmobile Visit | York Creek Apartments

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC

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...

Los Angeles Angels at Detroit Tigers

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 10:40 PM UTC · Comerica Park · 2100 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI

MLB: Los Angeles Angels at Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park

Read And Write Nights

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 6:00 AM UTC · RAWK · 802 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI

Get ready for Read and Write Night, our monthly virtual book club for elementary aged RAWKers! Get a FREE BOOK and spend the evening reading and discussing the story together. Registration opens at no

Amasa Community Library

Amasa Community Library · 109 W. Pine St., Amasa, MI

Amasa Community Library is a public central library in Amasa, MI.

Email Basics

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 3:45 PM UTC · Adrian District Library, MI · Adrian, MI

Summer Wonder Teen Crew Orientation

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Spencer Township Branch · 14960 Meddler Ave., Gowen, MI · Ages 10–17

Enthusiastic and energetic teen volunteers are wanted to help with Summer Wonder at KDL. Fun times are guaranteed, with the added benefit of service experience. Registration is required via a paper application available at your branch. Spaces are limited; contact your branch for more information .

Bookmobile Visit | Grand Village

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC

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...

Messy Play (ages 0-4)

In 1 week · Fri, May 15, 2:30 PM–3:30 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Children are naturally curious and learn best when they actively engage with their environment and use all their senses! They will learn about different textures and materials in a way they learn best. This is a drop in activity for ages 0-4, please dress for mess.

Computer Basics Part Three

In 2 weeks · Mon, May 25, 2:45 AM UTC · Adrian District Library, MI · Adrian, MI

Wisconsin Timber Rattlers at Great Lakes Loons

In 1 week · Tue, May 19, 3:05 PM UTC · Dow Diamond · 825 E Main St, Midland, MI

MiLB High-A: Wisconsin Timber Rattlers at Great Lakes Loons at Dow Diamond

West Iron District Library

West Iron District Library · 116 West Genesee Street, Iron River, MI

West Iron District Library is a public central library in Iron River, MI. Open 2,496 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 10,000 square feet.

Brick by Brick: Adult Build Night

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · East Grand Rapids Branch · 746 Lakeside Drive SE, East Grand Rapids, MI · Ages 18+

LEGO® aren't just for kids: adults, come and build with us! Collaborate with friends on a LEGO® set, tackle a themed challenge, or freestyle with our brick stash—stay for 10 minutes or the whole evening.

Quest Crew: Dinosaur Discovery

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 9:00 PM–9:45 PM UTC · Gary Byker Memorial Library · 3338 Van Buren St, Hudsonville, MI

A lost dinosaur egg needs to get home before it hatches! Join Quest Crew for a prehistoric adventure. Track dinosaur footprints, dig for fossils, solve ancient puzzles, and build a protective nest. Complete your mission to earn the key that unlocks your paleontologist treasure! Ages 6-9....

Byron Twp. Book Discussion

In 1 week · Mon, May 18, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Byron Township Branch · 8191 Byron Center Ave. SW, Byron Center, MI

Join a fun, informal discussion of great books. This month, we'll discuss The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters.

Drop-In Chess with the Royal Oak Chess Club

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 6:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Royal Oak Public Library · 222 E Eleven Mile Rd, Royal Oak, MI

Royal Oak Chess Club will be hosting drop-in chess at the library! Stop in to play a game or learn from the experts. All ages are welcome.

West Michigan Whitecaps at Lansing Lugnuts

In 3 weeks · Tue, May 26, 10:05 PM UTC · Jackson Field · 505 E Michigan Ave, Lansing, MI

MiLB High-A: West Michigan Whitecaps at Lansing Lugnuts at Jackson Field

Stuffie Tea Party

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Englehardt (Lowell) Branch · 200 N. Monroe St., Lowell, MI

Bring your favorite plush animal friend from home to a special library tea party with fun crafts and delicious (pretend) drinks.

KDL Lab Experience: Inventing America

In 1 week · Sat, May 16, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Nelson Township Branch · 88 Eighth St., Sand Lake, MI

Celebrate 250 years of American inventions and ingenuity through hands-on STEAM fun at the library. What is KDL Lab Experience?

Read And Write Nights – May 2026

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 10:00 PM UTC · RAWK · 802 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI

Women's Diaries: Unexpected Windows to the Past

In 1 week · Wed, May 20, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Alpine Township Branch · 5255 Alpine Ave. NW, Comstock Park, MI

Learn about the role of women's diaries and scrapbooks as important sources of women's history and consider how your family records might contribute to the history of Grand Rapids-area women. Led by local researcher and writer Christine Byron, this program draws on Byron’s book Perfect Omena Day!,..

Author Talk: Ancient Wisdom and Modern Technologies for Peak Brain Performance

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Plymouth District Library · 223 S Main St, Plymouth, MI

Register for this author talk and submit questions for the author here Join us in conversation with Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter as we chat about their book, Brain Fitness Blueprint, in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance.

Friends of the Library Used Book Sale | Plainfield Branch

In 1 week · Thu, May 14, 1:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Plainfield Township Branch · 2650 5 Mile Rd. NE, Grand Rapids, MI

There will be bargains galore at the Friends of the Library's used book sale.