Family Literacy Days are back! On Wednesday, August 16, we welcome families in the Read and Seed community garden from 5:00 p.m. ā 7:00 p.m. at 420 E. Alcott St. Everyone is invited to join us for literacy games and gardening activities that help build reading, writing, and spelling skills for children and adults. Activities... Read more »
All are welcome to join us for a special Family Literacy Day on Wednesday, October 11! We will have fun learning about safety with the Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety. Kids have a blast exploring the fire truck and trailer, and taking home souvenirs. Plus, get free books from the library and enjoy the community... Read more »
Join us on Wednesday, November 15 for Harvest Fest, our last event of the year when we close out the Read and Seed community garden. Join us outdoors for family fun with art and literacy activities, snacks, free books, and more. Plus take photos with Edison "Eddie" Sticks the scarecrow! This event is free and... Read more »
Join the KLC and Wax Wings Brewing Co. for a fundraiser to kick off our 50th anniversary celebration! When you enjoy a delicious Kalamazoo Skyline IPA between January 12-21 during Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week, Wax Wings will donate $1 from every purchase to the KLC. This hand crafted beer is designed to showcase Wax Wings'... Read more »
Join the Kalamazoo Literacy Council and the Kalamazoo Public Library as we proudly welcomeĀ OliverĀ JamesĀ to Kalamazoo, on Thursday, April 18!Ā Oliver is a motivational speaker, father, and adult learner who began teaching himself to read as an adult. He chronicled his literacy journey on social media and has amassed hundreds of thousands of followers and supporters.Ā OliverĀ has received... Read more »