@ Your Library
Kalamazoo Public Library helps create a community where people aspire to learn, engage and thrive. Check out what your library has to offer:
Information fluency
Reference, research and online assistance - A robust website and library collection more than a half million items - Open access to information and ideas
Comfortable civic spaces
Lectures, discussions and public forums - A community venue for cultural events Space for studying, research and leisure reading
Neighborhood centers
Five libraries and a bookmobile - Community meeting rooms hosting over 1200 groups per year - Welcoming places with responsive and respectful staff
Connections to the online world
More than 140 computer stations for public use - Computer training classes for people of all ages - Free wireless Internet access
Early literacy and school readiness
Storytimes for children birth to five years old - Preschool - Head Start and day care visits at the library - Ready to Read early childhood literacy collaboration
Homework help/academic support
Live Homework Help online tutoring service - Curriculum support for elementary, middle and high school students - Reading incentive programs
Literacy and lifelong learning opportunities
Adult learner referral and support - Programs, workshops and classes - Services to the underserved and people with special needs
Leisure reading, listening and viewing
Books, audiobooks, CDs, DVDs and more - Reader advisory and support services - Information for hobbies and other leisure pursuits
Programs and events
Reading Together community reading program - Visiting author, illustrator, musician and filmmaker programs - Topical programs and classes
Cultural awareness
Collections, programs, services and staff that reflect our community - Programs that foster appreciation for diverse heritage - Support for Spanish language speakers and other new immigrants
Local history and community information
Resources about Kalamazoo and Michigan history - Local information database featuring over three million records - Genealogy support
Informed career choices and life decisions
Support for job and life skills - Career, consumer, investment, health, self-help information - Accessible legal resources and programs
Successful enterprises
Services for business owners and entrepreneurs - Tools and support for nonprofit organizations - Information and referral services |
