July 2014 Calendar of Events • 784-2007
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Keep your children entertained with fun, informative programs that will help the summer fly by. 
This calendar contains program highlights. Most KDL branches offer additional programs including Book Discussions, Storytimes and a variety of computer classes. Please visit www.kdl.org for more information.
For Children and Families
Teddy Bear Clinic
Bring your teddy bear or favorite stuffed animal friend to the library for a quick check-up. Learn ways to keep them healthy and happy and even get a clean bill of health. For ages 6 and younger.
Wednesday, July 2, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
Tuesday, July 8, 2:00 PM – Byron Township Branch
Wednesday, July 16, 10:00 AM – Tyrone Township Branch
Monday, July 21, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Monday, July 28, 7:00 PM – Walker Branch
Kids and Teens Craft Show
Arts and crafts for sale by local kids and teens. Stop in the library to register as a seller or just come to shop. You’re sure to find some great bargains. For all ages.
Wednesday, July 2, 1:00 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 2:00 PM – East Grand Rapids Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 2:00 PM – Wyoming Branch
Wednesday, July 16, 6:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 10:00 AM – Grandville Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 1:30 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Kevin Kammeraad and The Cooperfly Puppet Troupe
Don’t miss this quirky crew of characters examining some various components and styles of puppetry. You’ll laugh and learn, while having a great time in this musical, interactive show for all ages!
Wednesday, July 2, 6:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 6:30 PM – Byron Township Branch
Stormy the Magician Presents the Magic of Science
Go on an entertaining adventure into the magic of science and the science of magic. For all ages.
Monday, July 7, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Wednesday, July 9, 6:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 2:00 PM – Caledonia Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 6:30 PM – Byron Township Branch
Thursday, July 24, 1:00 PM – Walker Branch
Saturday, July 26, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM – East Grand Rapids Branch
Thursday, July 31, 7:00 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Out of This World Party
Join us for galactic games, stellar stories and alien activities. Come dressed as an astronaut or space creature and enjoy the fun! For all ages.
Tuesday, July 8, 10:00 AM – Plainfield Township Branch
Tuesday, July 8, 1:30 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Saturday, July 19, 10:00 AM – Englehardt Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Carol Johnson in Concert
Join uniquely gifted singer/songwriter Carol Johnson for a lively, upbeat performance of her well-known original songs as well as other familiar tunes. Her participatory singing encourages us to be good to each other, to ourselves and to the earth. For all ages.
Tuesday, July 8, 10:30 AM – Grandville Branch
Thursday, July 17, 7:00 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Take It Apart
Like to tinker? Are you curious about how things work or what is inside? Old telephones, keyboards and other gadgets will be provided for children to take apart and explore. Spark your child’s interest in what makes things tick! For ages 6 and older.
Tuesday, July 8, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 10:00 AM – Plainfield Township Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 1:00 PM – Englehardt Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2:00 PM – Byron Township Branch
The Porters in Concert
Put on your dancin’ shoes and swing to the toe-tappin’ sounds of The Porters, a four-piece band that will captivate and entertain even the youngest audience. For all ages.
Tuesday, July 8, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 1:00 PM – Walker Branch
Thursday, July 10, 6:30 PM – Tyrone Township Branch
Wednesday, July 16, 10:00 AM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Thursday, July 17, 2:00 PM – East Grand Rapids Branch
Thursday, July 17, 7:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:00 PM – Caledonia Township Branch
Thursday, July 24, 6:30 PM – Byron Township Branch
Farm on the Go
The Critter Barn of Zeeland brings a little of the farm to the city in a program featuring the cutest barnyard animals around for you to touch and pet. For all ages.
Wednesday, July 9, 10:00 AM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Thursday, July 10, 6:30 PM – Wyoming Branch
Monday, July 14, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 1:30 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Thursday, July 17, 2:00 PM – Caledonia Township Branch
Thursday, July 17, 6:30 PM – Byron Township Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 6:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 6:30 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Mario Kart Tournament for Kids
A Wii gaming tournament for school-age kids featuring Mario Kart, prizes and more. Many will enter, but only one will be crowned champion. Pre-registration is required and spots are limited. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kentwood Library. For kids entering grades K-5.
Wednesday, July 9, 1:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Magic with Tom Plunkard
An amazing program filled with live animals and loads of audience participation. For all ages.
Wednesday, July 9, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 1:30 PM – Alto Branch
Thursday, July 10, 6:30 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Thursday, July 17, 6:30 PM – Wyoming Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:00 PM – Comstock Park Branch
Super Fun Science Party!
You’ll have such a great time playing, making and doing that you may not notice you’re exploring the principles of science at the same time. For all ages.
Thursday, July 10, 10:00 AM – Englehardt Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 10:00 AM – Plainfield Township Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 10:00 AM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Thursday, July 24, 1:30 PM – Alto Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
John Ball Traveling Zoo
Come learn about animals and even get a chance to meet some. For all ages.
Thursday, July 10, 2:00 PM – Comstock Park Branch
Rockets are a Blast!
Learn all about building and launching model rockets from Matt Johnson, of the local SMASH rocketry association and National Association of Rocketry. Participants will collaborate on a rocket build and learn about upcoming launch opportunities in the area. Pre-registration is required and spots are limited. For ages 6 and older.
Saturday, July 12, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Thursday, July 17, 2:00 PM – Walker Branch
Thursday, July 17, 6:30 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Touch-a-Truck
Are you wild about trucks? Get up close! Some of our municipal vehicles including fire trucks, police cars, front loaders and more will be stopping at the library, along with the pros who operate them. Decorate your own hard hat and other crafts. For all ages.
Tuesday, July 15, 10:30 AM – Grandville Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 10:00 AM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Baffling Bill the Magician
POOF! In a brilliant flash, Baffling Bill the magician arrives to amaze with illusion, comedy, audience participation, and Gus the Bunny to celebrate summer reading. For all ages.
Tuesday, July 15, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Thursday, July 24, 7:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Radical Reptiles
Critchlow Alligator Sanctuary engages young minds with fascinating facts and real-life encounters with snakes, alligators and turtles. For all ages.
Thursday, July 17, 10:00 AM – Englehardt Branch
Thursday, July 17, 1:30 PM – Alto Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:00 PM – East Grand Rapids Branch
Thursday, July 24, 6:30 PM – Wyoming Branch
Thursday, July 31, 6:30 PM – Tyrone Township Branch
The Science of Us with the World’s Coolest Nerd
Miss Cari’s interactive science demonstration on the five senses will have children laughing and learning about how they are a walking piece of science. For all ages.
Tuesday, July 22, 1:30 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Monday, July 28, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 6:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 1:30 PM – Alto Branch
For Teens Grades 6-12
Mind Boggle Science Workshop
Dr. Boggle leads you through amazing hands-on experiments and endless possibilities. Learn science the fun way through a series of mind boggling experiences.
Tuesday, July 1, 4:00 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Tuesday, July 8, 3:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
DIY Tie-Dye for Teens
Bring a white or light colored T-shirt to this program and try a new way of tie-dye — with permanent markers. All other materials will be provided to help you create a one-of-a-kind shirt to wear.
Wednesday, July 2, 1:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Monday, July 7, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Tuesday, July 8, 4:00 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 3:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Thursday, July 31, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Kent County Teen Film Festival 2014 Encore
Due to popular demand, KDL is proud to offer another screening of the 2014 KCTFF! If you missed it the first time or just want to relive the awesomeness, here is your chance. Plus, learn how you can enter the 2015 Festival.
Thursday, July 3, 2:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 3:00 PM – Wyoming Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 4:00 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Bust That Myth!
Can soda pop really clean a gross penny? Can you separate two intertwined phone books? Can you make your own bouncy ball? Test out these myths and more to determine whether they are confirmed or busted!
Tuesday, July 8, 1:00 PM – Walker Branch
Wednesday, July 9, 1:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Thursday, July 17, 4:00 PM – Spencer Township Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 1:00 PM – Englehardt Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM – Cascade Township Branch
DIY Spa Products for Teens
Create everything you need for your own spa day! Make your own pampering products like foot scrub, bath salts and body glitter and take some home.
Tuesday, July 8, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 1:00 PM – Walker Branch
Wednesday, July 16, 1:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Thursday, July 17, 2:00 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 2:00 PM – Byron Township Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 3:00 PM – Wyoming Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 2:00 PM – Caledonia Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM – Comstock Park Branch
The Science of the Paranormal: Where the Werewolf Got Its Bite
Tess Grant, former forensic anthropologist and author of teen suspense and adult thrillers, will talk about where and how the myth began.
Tuesday, July 8, 3:00 PM – Wyoming Branch
Tuesday, July 8, 6:30 PM – Englehardt Branch
Wednesday, July 9, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 2:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
Tuesday, July 22, 4:00 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Nuts & Bolts: Jewelry from Hardware
Create one-of-a-kind, edgy, indie jewelry. Make a keychain, necklace, bracelet or earrings from unexpected materials.
Wednesday, July 9, 2:00 PM – Byron Township Branch
Thursday, July 10, 4:00 PM – Alto Branch
Thursday, July 17, 2:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Thursday, July 24, 2:00 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Monday, July 28, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 1:00 PM – Englehardt Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Minute to Win It
Pit your skills against the clock and against your peers. Set a personal record or challenge a friend. Prizes for all!
Wednesday, July 9, 2:00 PM – Caledonia Township Branch
Monday, July 14, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township
Wednesday, July 16, 2:00 PM – Byron Township Branch
Thursday, July 17, 2:00 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Wednesday, July 23, 1:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Saturday, July 26, 11:00 AM – Tyrone Township Branch
Tuesday, July 29, 3:00 PM – Alpine Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 4:00 PM – Alto Branch
Teen Summer Wii Tournament
Super Smash Bros. Brawl! Many will enter, but only the best will prevail. The tournament features great prizes and snacks. Pre-registration is required and participant spots are limited. Sponsored by the Friends of the Kentwood Library.
Thursday, July 10, 1:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
Veggie Nutrition
Join Kim Kyunghee from Veg West Michigan and learn about a healthy and happy lifestyle with vegetarian and vegan cooking. Her program includes a cooking demonstration, food sampling and tips on eating green.
Thursday, July 10, 2:00 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Tuesday, July 15, 4:00 PM – Plainfield Township Branch
Monday, July 21, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Wednesday, July 30, 1:00 PM – Grandville Branch
Flash Fashion for Teens
KDL’s twist on “Project Runway.” Fashion you create in a FLASH using paper, plastic and other unconventional materials and techniques. We provide the stuff and you dish out the creativity. You’ll work with a team to create a runway look in just 30 minutes by snipping, draping, taping and even accessorizing. Make it work!
Wednesday, July 16, 2:00 PM – Caledonia Township Branch
Thursday, July 31, 2:00 PM – Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch
For Adults
The Art and Science of Canning
Join Annette McBride as she explains the science behind canning fruits and vegetables at home and demonstrates how to get started with basic canning.
Monday, July 7, 6:30 PM – Cascade Township Branch
Wednesday, July 9, 6:30 PM – Wyoming Branch
Thursday, July 10, 6:00 PM – Gaines Township Branch
Monday, July 14, 6:30 PM – Krause Memorial Branch
Saturday, July 19, 1:30 PM – Sand Lake/Nelson Township Branch
Bicycle Maintenance 101
The Spoke Folks will bring their mobile bike shop and demonstrate tips on how to keep your bike in tip-top shape so you have a great ride every time you go out.
Saturday, July 19, 2:00 PM – Comstock Park Branch
Foraging: Wild Plants for Food and Medicine
Join herbalist and forager Lisa Rose Starner to learn about local plants and “weeds” that can be used for food and herbal medicine.
Tuesday, July 29, 6:30 PM – Alto Branch
