By Joanne Bailey-Boorsma
joanne@wktv.org

Kent District Library announced today that due to increased COVID-19 rates, it would be pausing all in-person, indoor programs at all KDL locations. Local libraries will remain open for all other services and resources.

According to KDL officials, this step was taken to address the risk of having large groups in enclosed rooms during a time when COVID-19 rates are increasing.

“We’re hopeful that programs can resume soon and we will continue to evaluate as new data emerges,” said a statement released to all patrons.

The Teen Film Festival will shift to a virtual event as it was last year. Early Childhood Education programs will take place virtually when instructors are available for online sessions. Also, some of the book talks and book clues may be available as online sessions.

The Sled Dogs visits will continue as outdoor programs. The Sled Dogs are scheduled to come to the KDL Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch Feb. 5 for a 10 a.m. program and to the KDL Grandville Branch on Feb. 25 at 1 p.m.

 

For virtual, outdoor and off-site programs visit kdl.org/events. For on-demand, online programs, visit kdl.org/livestream.

For up-to-date information on KDL programs and other library information, visit kdl.org.