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Richard Shindell at KPL (part 1)
Richard Shindell at KPL (part 2)
Richard Shindell at KPL (part 3)
Richard Shindell at KPL (part 4)
Richard Shindell at KPL (part 5)
Richard Shindell at KPL (part 6)
Richard Shindell at KPL (part 7)
Richard Shindell @ KPL
Master American roots musician Richard Shindell at Kalamazoo Public Library, Tuesday, March 15, 2011 (7 videos).
John E. Fetzer and the Quest for the New Age
The author of John E. Fetzer and the Quest for the New Age, Brian C. Wilson PhD. presents the remarkable…
The Kalamazoo Corset Workers Strike
The Kalamazoo Corset Company was one of Kalamazoo’s largest employer in the early decades of the 20th century. The overwhelming…
Gardner School
Location: District #8, fractional – Section 35, east side of Riverview Drive between G Avenue and Mt. Olivet Drive. Kalamazoo County 1890, Published…
RAWK Writing Workshop-Prompt #3: STEAM
RAWK Prompt #3: STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) Calling all writers! RAWK will host a workshop series during Geek…
South Street, W., 523: Frank B. Lay House
A rush of new buildings changed the face of staid old South Street at its junction with Westnedge. Dallas Boudeman…
White, Wallace S.
Much of what is known about Kalamazoo’s outward appearance during the mid to late nineteenth century—its buildings, its citizens, and…
Jackie Robinson Broke the Color Barrier in Baseball 75 Years Ago
On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson became the first African American to play Major League Baseball in the modern era.…
Toad Hollow School
Location: District #6 – Section 32, north side of MN Avenue, between 38th and 39th Streets. Kalamazoo County 1890, Published…
South Street, W., 630: Jonathan Parsons House
The Reverend Ova Hoyt, active in developing Congregationalist and Presbyterian churches here in town, came to Kalamazoo with his family…
The Library Ladies of Kalamazoo
Authors of the new book “The Library Ladies of Kalamazoo: Their Home and History” tell how they collaborated to create…
South Street, W., 718: Hon. Allen Potter House
The Honorable Allen Potter, first Mayor of Kalamazoo, is probably better-known than any pioneer other than Titus Bronson. Churches all…
Fischer’s Exposition Orchestra
Kalamazoo has long had a strong connection with the production and performance of music. Since the mid-nineteenth century, local, nationally-recognized,…
Book Thoughts
Listen to a conversation with Mr. Bill and Miss Natalie talking about exciting new books for all ages in KPL’s…
Sacred Flutes @ KPL
Michigan Festival of Sacred Music, in collaboration with the Kalamazoo Public Library, presented a program of sacred flutes, featuring Michael…
Sustainable Craft Brewing in Kalamazoo
Western Michigan University history professor and associate dean in WMU’s College of Arts and Sciences, Dr. Ed Martini; WMU chemistry…
Cheff Therapeutic Riding Center
The Cheff Center was originally founded by a grant from the Cheff Foundation in Holland, Michigan. The Cheff Foundation was…
Paint Some Happy Trees!
This month’s installment of KPL’s Paint Some Happy Trees is streaming on KPLTV! No previous painting experience is required; the…
Materials Selection Policy
Print Version (PDF) The Board of Trustees of the Kalamazoo Public Library has adopted the Materials Selection Policy to guide…
The Art of Creative Nonfiction (part 1)
The Art of Creative Nonfiction (part 2)
The Art of Creative Nonfiction (part 3)
The Art of Creative Nonfiction (part 4)
The Art of Creative Nonfiction (part 5)
Art of Creative Nonfiction
Gail Griffin, author and professor at Kalamazoo College; Katherine Joslin, author and professor of English, Western Michigan University; and Kathy…
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MyHeritage Library Edition
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Support for students and professionals in skill-building, test prep, and career certification. Includes GED prep.
Newspaper Source Plus
Newspaper Source Plus provides a full-text digital collection of the world's major news content. It includes millions of articles from…
Consumer Health Information--Spanish
Consumer Health Information offers detailed answers to the 200 most-commonly-asked health questions. Supporting the needs of patrons and patients, these…
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…
