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
Celebrating the Season at Dansville!
Posted Dec 3, 2019, 10:37 AM Jingle all the way to Dansville for fun library events! 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
Thank You to our Generous Community
Posted Oct 7, 2019, 10:52 AM This month I’d like to highlight and express my gratitude for two examples of community support for the library. 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
The Power of Play
Posted Aug 12, 2019, 11:44 AM Not sure what playtime has to do with the library, or learning? Read on to find out. 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
Celebrate Women in Space & STEM
Posted Jul 15, 2019, 1:00 PM We're gearing up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Apollo 11 - the first manned mission to land on the Moon! Although women have made significant contributions to STEM fields, much of what's been done has been overlooked, making many of these career paths seem unattainable to previous generations. In celebration of this historic anniversary and of women everywhere here is a list of titles celebrating women in STEM and space! 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
Reading to "Jeopardy!" Success
Posted May 20, 2019, 2:12 PM You might be surprised where you can find out-of-this-world facts worthy of a “Jeopardy!” winner. 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
Spring Cleaning made Easy(ish)
Posted Apr 24, 2019, 12:12 PM The sun is shining, the birds are singing, and you're... inside cleaning? As necessary tidying up is, it's no easy feat when the outdoors is so enticing. If you need a little help getting motivated or figuring out where to start, we've got you covered. 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
What's a Michigan Activity Pass?
Posted Mar 28, 2019, 9:52 PM CADL members can get free or discounted admission to destinations like the Great Lakes Children’s Museum in Traverse City. 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
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- ← Previous
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