In Memory of Mary Antonia Granse
Posted Jun 12, 2020, 11:19 AM Remembering Toni Granse and her footprint at Capital Area District Libraries. Read More
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
CLOSED: Enter to Win a Digital Device!
Posted May 20, 2020, 2:28 PM This contest is now closed. Any CADL Children or Teens who completed their Summer Reading Challenge track were eligible to enter this essay contest. 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
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
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
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
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
CADL Williamston to Close for Renovations
Posted Jul 8, 2019, 1:36 PM CADL Williamston is closing for renovations. Find out what you can do to prepare. Read More
Natty Daddy Salsa – A Local Teen’s Business Adventure
Posted Jun 28, 2019, 12:54 PM If you’re like me, you’ve entertained the thought of starting your own business. Whatever your age, it’s entirely possible to have your own business – big or small! Find out how Natalie L. of Williamston became her own boss as a teen entrepreneur. 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
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
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
Add to your Summer of Fun with our Library of Things
Posted Apr 30, 2019, 8:35 AM Add to your summer of fun with outdoor games, cool toys and a GoPro action kit form CADL’s Library of Things collection. 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
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
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
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
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- ← Previous
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