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CADL Announces Free Frozen 2 Event
Posted Sep 17, 2019, 9:06 AM This deal is way too good to let it go! 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
You Voted! CADL Announces 2020 Capital Area One Book Pick
Posted Jun 4, 2019, 2:24 PM Read on to see which beautifully written debut novel was voted CADL's Capital Area One Book Pick! 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
CADL to Pilot Curbside Pickup Service
Posted May 28, 2019, 4:53 PM Thanks to CADL, curbside pickup services may be coming to a library near you. CADL Aurelius and Okemos are currently testing the system in June of 2019, with expansion planned for the Downtown Lansing branch later this summer. 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
New Episode of Reader's Roundtable
Posted Mar 15, 2019, 8:20 AM This month we’re looking at the Capital Area Reads title The Hate U Give and highlights from the CADL produced resource guide, as well as a segment on the ALA Youth Media awards and some of our recent favorite winners and honor books. Read More
Get Your Game On
Posted Mar 7, 2019, 3:25 PM From board games to video games, racing games to puzzle games, CADL South Lansing has you covered. Read More
Family History Open House
Posted Mar 5, 2019, 12:48 PM Celebrate National Genealogy Day at CADL South Lansing, Saturday, March 9, 10:30 am - 5 p.m.. Read More
Try our Book-A-Librarian service
Posted Feb 28, 2019, 9:50 AM Make an appointment with CADL staff to get technology assistance, help with research projects, and more. Read More
Reading has benefits for everyone
Posted Feb 27, 2019, 11:06 AM CADL Foster Librarian shares why reading has benefits for everyone, no matter what their age. Read More
Webberville rolls out Student Service
Posted Feb 19, 2019, 2:27 PM Webberville students can check out items by verbally providing their student number or showing student ID. Read More
Do you like saving $$$?
Posted Feb 19, 2019, 10:12 AM Use your CADL card to get free access to subscription databases like ConsumerReports.org. Read More
Computers donated to RDC
Posted Feb 19, 2019, 9:08 AM CADL donated over two dozen older computers to the Refugee Development Center. Read More
Eric Stanton Receives Director's Award
Posted Feb 15, 2019, 4:47 PM I’m pleased to announce that the Director’s Award for February was given to Okemos Public Services Librarian Eric Stanton. Read More
Introduce your child to early literacy skills
Posted Feb 15, 2019, 4:20 PM Storytimes are a great way for children to have fun while learning early literacy skills Read More
Enter to win Disney on Ice tickets
Posted Feb 11, 2019, 11:53 PM Just check out or download any Disney title (book, movie or music) from CADL now until March 1. Read More
New resources to check out
Posted Feb 10, 2019, 8:26 AM CADL now offers special offers for select Wharton Center shows and more. Read More
How things really work at CADL
Posted Jan 30, 2019, 2:53 PM I’ve encountered a lot of people lately who don’t visit the library due to some misconceptions. They don’t realize how libraries have evolved and improved over the years. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Podcast Returns!
Posted Jan 12, 2019, 11:28 AM The Reader's Roundtable Podcast is back! The ladies discuss comfort faves and CADL's Winter is for the Birds Reading Program. Read More
Looking Back, Moving Forward
Posted Jan 9, 2019, 9:38 AM This is the time of year we get bombarded with a lot of “best of” lists. Although overkill is always a risk with these, I understand the urge to create them—especially when you had a year like CADL did in 2018! Read More
Get personalized technology help from CADL South Lansing
Posted Jan 3, 2019, 12:30 PM Book-a-Librarian is a free service that offers technology help in a one on one setting. Read More
CADL Talk Soup
Posted Dec 6, 2018, 9:23 AM We highlight some of the best episodes from our CADLcast, Executive Edition and Reader's Roundtable podcasts for your listening pleasure. Read More
Open Enrollment for Obamacare is Now!
Posted Dec 4, 2018, 4:24 PM Get information about enrolling in the health insurance Marketplace during the Open Enrollment period which ends December 15. Read More
Operation Backpack!
Posted Aug 20, 2018, 4:46 PM As a child, going back to school became an adventure for me every year. Fresh new pencils in a shiny pouch, stacks of lined paper waiting for my lopsided handwriting, and lunch boxes that had yet to be stomped on, destroyed or lost all. Read More