Notice of Public Meeting: Kalamazoo Public Library Board of Trustees | March 18th| 5 pm | Central Library/Board Room. The packet of information for the meeting can be found on the library’s website

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Important Update to Texas Township Service

History In January 2020, Kalamazoo Public Library and Texas Township agreed to a 2-year service contract (July 1, 2020–June 30, 2022) to provide full library services to Texas Township residents…

Banned Books Week: October 1–7

Posted September 30, 2023 Kalamazoo Public Library supports your right to read what you want when you want. This library supports Banned Books Week! Did you know that Michigan is…

Enjoy the New York Times!

Whether you’re managing finances, tackling tough parenting problems, or simply looking to make sense of this moment, rely on our original, quality journalism to lead the way. Enjoy access to…

Reading Together Returns in 2024

Kalamazoo Public Library plans to resume its community reading program, Reading Together, in 2024, beginning with the official public suggestion period from May 17–31. More information and the suggestion form…

Kanopy

You have been asking for it, here it is! KPL is proud to offer Kanopy to our patrons. Kanopy is the best video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find…

Let Freedom Read!

The American Library Association condemns censorship and works to defend each person’s right to read under the First Amendment and ensure free access to information. Every year, ALA’s Office for…

Upgrade to Libby

On May 1, 2023, the OverDrive app will be discontinued. We encourage you to make the switch to Libby, OverDrive’s newer reading app. Libby is made by the same people,…

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,…

Best of 2022

Check out the Best of 2022 books, movies, and music as chosen by KPL staff!

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