The Gardener's Library
Posted May 16, 2023, 1:08 PM Everything you could want to level-up your green thumb Read More
Readers Roundtable Episode 77: Asian-American & Asian Pacific Heritage Month
Posted May 8, 2023, 2:13 PM Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 76: Families
Posted May 8, 2023, 1:44 PM Mari, Cheryl, and Jessica talk titles that feature families—biological, adopted, and found. Read More
CADL Mason is Being Renovated!
Posted May 1, 2023, 12:20 AM The renovations began on Monday, May 1. Read More
UPDATE: CADL Foster is now open
Posted Apr 24, 2023, 9:26 AM The branch was closed until April 23 for a remodel. Read More
Congratulations, Trent!
Posted Mar 22, 2023, 3:03 PM Trent is retiring from CADL, and pursuing a new opportunity. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Podcast Episode 73: March is Reading Month (Adults)
Posted Mar 9, 2023, 10:53 AM Reading is a form of community, and what better way to celebrate Reading Month than with titles with community at their center? Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 72: March is Reading Month (Kids)
Posted Mar 9, 2023, 10:39 AM Tom and Sherri join Mari to discuss children’s picks and March is Reading Month. Read More
Timetra Horton Receives Director's Award
Posted Feb 27, 2023, 10:10 AM Timetra is a nice, welcoming, and helpful person to both staff and members and we appreciate all that she does. Read More
We Won the Grant!
Posted Feb 20, 2023, 10:01 AM Thanks to your help, CADL received a digitization grant. Read More
Welcome, Sophie Steiner!
Posted Feb 10, 2023, 1:24 PM The IT team has a new Systems Administrator. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 71: Books About Relationships
Posted Feb 8, 2023, 11:02 AM In a nod to the heart themes associated with February, we decided to tackle the theme of relationships but probably at its widest range of definitions. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 70: Black History Month
Posted Feb 7, 2023, 5:41 PM February is Black History Month, and we've got a range of titles on that theme. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 69: Winter Reading
Posted Jan 9, 2023, 1:41 PM Our hosts Jessica and Cheryl look at some of their year-end reading and talk about CADL's Winter Reading Challenge. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 68: Best Kids Titles of 2022
Posted Jan 9, 2023, 1:34 PM Mari is joined at the mic by special guest Lynn Harper, Branch Head at CADL Dansville, to take a look back at the titles they're excited about. Read More
Ready to publish your book?
Posted Jan 1, 2023, 4:36 PM We’re talking about one of the most accessible forms of publishing: Self-Publishing. Read More
Thomas Moore Receives Director's Award
Posted Dec 22, 2022, 2:39 PM For his creative outreach efforts and willingness to help, we're thankful for all Thomas does. Read More
Most Popular Titles of 2022
Posted Dec 21, 2022, 12:23 PM How many of these popular books have you read? Read More
Best Books of 2022
Posted Dec 13, 2022, 3:03 PM Our expert staff voted on their favorite books published in 2022. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 67: Quick Reads
Posted Dec 12, 2022, 1:38 PM We wring as much meaning out of the phrase “Reads for long nights and busy days” as we possibly can Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 66: Gift Ideas
Posted Dec 12, 2022, 12:52 PM This episode we’re headed into the holidays and looking at books we think would make great gifts. Read More
Mac Clover Receives Director's Award
Posted Dec 7, 2022, 11:42 AM For his wonderful disposition and commitment to excellent customer service, we are thankful to work with Mac. Read More
2022 Holiday Highlights
Posted Nov 29, 2022, 12:59 PM With the holiday season right around the corner, we’d like to announce the return of a CADL tradition and an exciting, magical giveaway. Read More
Skate into the Season with CADL
Posted Nov 17, 2022, 9:19 AM The Downtown Lansing Branch is helping members enjoy a Greater Lansing attraction this winter season. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 65: Celebrating the Harvest
Posted Nov 12, 2022, 4:23 PM We're talking about Thanksgiving, feasting, gratitude and more. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 64: Native American Heritage Month
Posted Nov 12, 2022, 4:13 PM Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a selection of titles by indigenous authors! Read More
Michael Moore Receives Director's Award
Posted Oct 31, 2022, 2:09 PM Michael is the Operations Director for CADL. Read More
Welcome, Sarah Williams!
Posted Oct 28, 2022, 10:51 AM The Holt-Delhi Branch has a new Public Services Librarian. Read More
Katherine Van Halst Announced as Public Services Librarian
Posted Oct 24, 2022, 10:58 AM Katherine Van Halst will serves as Public Services Librarian at the Holt-Delhi Branch. Read More
Art Gallery Opens in Williamston Branch
Posted Oct 21, 2022, 9:52 AM A local artist-driven art gallery has opened within the Williamston Branch. Read More
Amanda Vorce receives MLA Rising Star Award
Posted Oct 20, 2022, 10:01 AM Webberville Head Librarian Amanda Vorce received an award at the Michigan Library Association's Annual Conference. Read More
Annie Gordon Announced as New Head of Public Services
Posted Oct 18, 2022, 1:06 PM Annie Gordon will serve as Head of Public Services at the Okemos Branch. Read More
Meet Tracy Bruce
Posted Oct 13, 2022, 2:48 PM Tracy has joined our team as the Staff Accountant. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 62: Books About Diverse Abilities
Posted Oct 7, 2022, 4:02 PM Cheryl, Jessica, and Mari share picks that feature representation for people with disabilities Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 63: Spooky Reads
Posted Oct 7, 2022, 3:58 PM Mari, Cheryl, and Jessica discuss seasonal, creepy, surreal, and fascinating reads. Read More
Lauren Clarke Receives Director's Award
Posted Oct 5, 2022, 4:45 PM We appreciate Lauren's creativity and unique approach to library service. Read More
CADL Announces New Project with WKAR
Posted Sep 29, 2022, 1:41 PM This new project is just one of the ways we're strengthening our commitment to be more inclusive. Read More
Welcoming Brian Baer to CADL's Board of Trustees
Posted Sep 17, 2022, 11:16 PM We are pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to our board of trustees: Brian Baer and Chris Waltz. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 61: Hispanic Heritage Month
Posted Sep 15, 2022, 11:15 AM Cheryl and Jessica talk about Hispanic Heritage Month, horses, and colonialism. Read More
Reader's Roundtable Episode 60: Back to School Reads
Posted Sep 9, 2022, 11:10 AM Mari Garza and special guest Melissa Crain chat back about school life, feelings books, middle-grade fiction, and Hispanic Heritage Month. Read More