Stories from the Stacks: Celebrating Hekman Library's History

Schedule

Wed, 10 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm

UTC-04:00

Location

1855 Knollcrest Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49546 | Grand Rapids, MI

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Join us for a special social time as long-time staff members share personal stories and reflections on how the library—and the community it serves—has evolved over the decades. From card catalogs to digital databases, hear behind-the-scenes tales, treasured memories, and surprising changes that have shaped our beloved library. Open to all, with light refreshments provided by Alumni and Family Relations Office.

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1855 Knollcrest Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49546

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Host or Publisher Hekman Library, Calvin University

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Stories from the Stacks: Celebrating Hekman Library's History

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1855 Knollcrest Circle SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49546

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