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Beating the Summer Slide
Posted May 21, 2020, 2:08 PM What is the "Summer Slide," and how can you prevent it from happening to your kids? Read More
Enter to Win a Digital Device!
Posted May 20, 2020, 2:28 PM Any CADL Children or Teens who complete their Summer Reading Challenge track are eligible to enter this essay contest. Read on for details. Read More
Reopening Information
Posted May 5, 2020, 3:18 PM Please read for important updates about borrowed books, holds etc. Read More
Imagine Your Story—Summer Reading 2020
Posted Apr 30, 2020, 6:02 PM Capital Area District Libraries is on a quest to get Ingham County reading this summer—especially kids. The Summer Reading Challenge is a free reading project for all ages that runs from May 22 to August 8. Read More
United States Census 2020
Posted Mar 18, 2020, 5:15 PM Find out what you need to know about this once-in-a-decade questionnaire. Read More
31 Great Titles Celebrating Women
Posted Mar 3, 2020, 1:46 PM This month we're honoring Women's History Month with a list of titles that recognize, inform and celebrate the vital role of women in American history. Read More
With CATA, We're Going Places
Posted Mar 2, 2020, 2:47 PM We're achieving our mission like never before thanks to the generous support of community partners like CATA. Read More
Blind Date with a Book: The results are in!
Posted Feb 25, 2020, 3:19 PM Whose Blind Date resulted in a grand prize, and how many people braved the mysterious stacks to find their next great read? This and more inside. Read More
March is Reading Month!
Posted Feb 25, 2020, 9:49 AM Each year CADL celebrates March is Reading Month by partnering with the Early Childhood Literacy Coalition, welcoming storybook characters at our branch libraries and area childhood centers. Read More
Capital Area Reads 2020
Posted Feb 14, 2020, 2:24 PM Join us this spring for our Capital Area Reads programs, based on the beautifully written debut novel "There There." Read More
Celebrating Black History and Culture
Posted Feb 10, 2020, 12:12 PM In honor of Black History Month, we've compiled a list of books and movies that celebrate black history and culture. Read More
Blind Date with a Book
Posted Feb 5, 2020, 10:13 AM You might just end up with the book of your dreams... Read More
MCLS OverDrive Hits Over 2 Million Checkouts for 2019
Posted Jan 31, 2020, 1:04 PM How many of these were checked out by CADL members? Read on to find out... Read More
Happy Lunar New Year!
Posted Jan 25, 2020, 1:18 PM Celebrate and learn more with these great titles from CADL. Read More
It was a great year for CADL, but more is still to come!
Posted Dec 16, 2019, 4:55 PM We're reflecting on some of the 2019 highlights for Capital Area District Libraries. Read More
Making Memories…Holidays at CADL
Posted Nov 15, 2019, 2:06 PM We’re making the holidays merry and bright with special events, collections, contests and more. Read More
Beginning with Beginning Books
Posted Nov 13, 2019, 5:28 PM What makes beginners books so different? Our Youth Services Librarian is here to answer. Read More
2019 McConnell Award Winners Announced
Posted Nov 8, 2019, 1:24 PM Congratulations to Eyal Suseela for winning the Award for Innovation, and Hung Wu for the Award for Customer Service! Read More
Win a Magical Ride on the North Pole Express!
Posted Nov 5, 2019, 4:42 PM This contest is now Read More
CADL Earns Excellence Award for Superior Customer Service
Posted Oct 7, 2019, 4:32 PM We're proud to announce that Capital Area District Libraries is the recipient of the 2019 State Librarian's Excellence award for superior customer service. Read More
CADL to Participate in Libraries for Life
Posted Oct 2, 2019, 2:10 PM Find out how you can save lives and help those in need find their happily ever after. Read More
Joining the League of Michigan Bicyclists
Posted Sep 30, 2019, 12:09 PM We're making accessing the library easier for patrons who ride bikes. Read More
Enjoy a New Member Discount at Launch Trampoline Park!
Posted Sep 26, 2019, 9:09 AM We've partnered with Launch Lansing Trampoline Park to bring you savings worth jumping for! Read More
Bilingual Storytime with Sandra Centeno
Posted Sep 10, 2019, 1:52 PM Host Mari Garza interviews Sandra Centeno, a library clerk at CADL South Lansing and the storyteller behind the Bilingual Storytime programs. Get a sneak peek into one of the newest storytime programs and learn what makes storytime at the library so special. Read More
Apply to be a CADL Craft Fair Vendor
Posted Sep 6, 2019, 10:18 AM Read on for application details, event info and more. Read More
Reposted: Circulation Policy Changes at CADL
Posted Aug 30, 2019, 2:53 PM CADL takes great pride in providing a positive experience to our members.That commitment includes being responsive to changing use and demands for our collections. We are excited to have made several changes to our circulation policy for audio-visual items. Read More
Haslett Public School District is next to take part in Student Success Initiative
Posted Aug 23, 2019, 10:14 AM Through an initiative Haslett students K-12 are being provided with easier access to our library this fall. Read More
Beat the Back-To-School Blues
Posted Aug 16, 2019, 11:14 AM Celebrate back-to-school and beat the blues with resources that can make the transition as easy as ABCs. Read More
Everything Right Here...and There... and Over There
Posted Aug 6, 2019, 12:07 PM One CADL card unlocks everything 13 branches have to offer, so what are you waiting for? Read More
Sarah Van Acker Receives Director's Award
Posted Jul 30, 2019, 2:22 PM We're pleased to announce that the Director's Award for July was given to Sarah Van Acker, library assistant in Local History. Read More
Science is Limiting, STEM is Invigorating!
Posted Jul 22, 2019, 1:14 PM Find out why we made the switch from "Drop-in Science" to "Drop-in STEM" Read More
Great Reads & Grass Stains
Posted Jul 12, 2019, 3:08 PM Even with the 4th of July in the rearview mirror we still have plenty of summer ahead of us to enjoy! Read More
Melissa Cole Announced as CADL Downtown Lansing's Head Librarian
Posted Jul 8, 2019, 3:52 PM Get to know more about CADL Downtown Lansing's new head librarian. Read More
Farewell to the Little Library That Could
Posted Jun 21, 2019, 6:30 PM After seven years as the head librarian of CADL Mason, Cheryl Lindemann is joining CADL Administration as the new selection specialist for adult non-fiction and physical AV materials. Read More
Enter Summer Music Contest
Posted Jun 7, 2019, 4:09 PM EDIT: The contest is over, but that doesn't mean the fun has to be! Check out our digital music services for your favorite tunes anywhere, anytime. This online contest will provide three lucky members with the opportunity to attend the Common Ground Music Festival and a $100 gift card! Read More
Read Off Fines This Summer
Posted May 30, 2019, 1:18 PM Don’t let library fines stop you from enjoying summer reading at Capital Area District Libraries! From June 1 through August 31, CADL cardholders under the age of 18 can join our Read Off Fines program to erase up to $10 of fines from their account. Read More
Explore a “Universe of Stories” with Summer Reading
Posted May 29, 2019, 4:33 PM Join Capital Area District Libraries in our mission to get our community reading and defeat the dreaded “Summer Slide.” This reading challenge runs from June 7 to Aug. 10 and is packed with fun-filled events and great prizes. Blast off to your nearest library or read on to explore Summer Reading! Read More
Jay Jenks Receives Director's Award
Posted May 29, 2019, 2:30 PM I’m thrilled to say that the Director’s Award for May was given to Jay Jenks, a Graphic Designer in the Marketing Department. Read More
Come Create with Us!
Posted May 8, 2019, 9:49 AM More than just a pretty picture, Art Tuesday's create an experience to remember. Read More
In Memory of Michele Brussow
Posted May 3, 2019, 10:38 AM Remembering Michele Brussow and her legacy at Capital Area District Libraries. Read More
Sachiko Robison Receives Director's Award
Posted Apr 29, 2019, 7:37 PM I'm pleased to announce that the May Director's Award was given to Sachiko Robison, a Clerk at the Holt Branch. Read More
Events for Citizenship and English Language
Posted Apr 29, 2019, 2:25 PM An overview of new and recurring events pertaining to citizenship and English reading, writing and speaking. Read More
Make Mother’s Day Brighter for Moms in Need
Posted Apr 17, 2019, 12:07 PM Celebrate Mother's Day by lifting up mothers in need. Read More
Bus Passes Coming to Collection
Posted Apr 6, 2019, 12:28 PM CADL is unveiling new initiatives and a partnership with Capital Area Transportation Authority (CATA) that will save riders money. Read More
Put a Spring in Your Step When You Check Out a Fun Dance Video from CADL!
Posted Apr 5, 2019, 8:34 AM Move into spring with some fun dance videos, exciting artist biographies or attend a live dance performance! Read More
Big Things are Cooking at CADL
Posted Apr 4, 2019, 2:10 PM An overview of newly donated footage and other historical items available through CADL Local History. Read More
Angela Atkins-Eddins Receives Director's Award
Posted Mar 29, 2019, 2:21 PM I’m pleased to announce that the March Director’s Award was given to Angela Atkins-Eddins, Human Resources Assistant. Read More
CADL’s To-Do List
Posted Mar 20, 2019, 12:32 PM As we head into a very welcome new season (see ya, Polar Vortex!), I’m taking a look at some big projects on our spring to-do list. Read More
The testimonial that rocked
Posted Mar 19, 2019, 2:12 PM Katie Krick from Liberty Mutual in Okemos stood up and said something WONDERFUL about CADL. Read More- Aurelius
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