Library Matters
December 2021
 
 
All library locations are open for in-person service. 
 
Please keep in mind: 
 
  • If you're not fully vaccinated, masks are required while visiting any library building. 
  • Individual study rooms are available at HFCL on the second floor only.
 
Continue checking the website and our various social media outlets for updates.
 
You may also message the library through social media
(Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook) or email (dearbornpubliclibrary@gmail.com).
 
December Closures
 
Christmas: Thursday, December 23 — Sunday, December 26
 
New Years: Thursday, December 30 — Sunday, January 2
 
 
New Library Website
Launching December 1, 2021 
 
The Dearborn Public Library is excited to announce that we'll be launching a new website on December 1.  
 
At the time of the change there will be a period of downtime, where the library website will be unavailable. However, library materials will still be searchable and holds may be placed through the library catalog and registration for any upcoming events may still be done through the events calendar. 
 
Adult Events 
Food for Families: Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive Food Pantry
Now through December 12 
Accepting donations at all Dearborn Public Library branches
 
The library is holding a non-perishable food drive for the Dearborn Firefighters Burn Drive Food Pantry. Please bring non-perishable, non-expired boxed or canned food items to any Dearborn Public Library location during regular library hours.
 
 
Wednesday, December 8: FOLD Book Sale
Wednesday, December 8 at 10:00am - 6:00pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library - First Floor
 
The FOLD Book Sale is now held on the Second Wednesday of the month from 10:00am - 6:00pm. Books, magazines, audiobooks, movies, and more are located in the Rotunda and in Room 113. 
 
Items are sold as is. FOLD accepts cash, checks, and debit/credit cards.
 
 
Classics Revisited: the Magician by Somerset Maugham
Wednesday, December 15 at 7:00pm 
Henry Ford Centennial Library - Auditorium 
 
Dearborn Public Library’s book discussion group “Classics Revisited” meets on the third Wednesday of each month (September through May) at 7:00pm.
 
The group is doing a hybrid meeting format this year. Discussions will be held in-person in the auditorium at Henry Ford Centennial Library. The auditorium will allow for social distancing. Masks are recommended for all, but are required for unvaccinated participants. For those of you who would like to attend remotely, please click here to join through Zoom. 
 
This month we're reading "The Magician" by Somerset Maugham.
 
If you would like to receive meeting reminders for Classics Revisited, please send an email to classicsrevisited@gmail.com. 
 
 
Blockbusters Free Film Series Returns! 
Sundays at 2:00pm 
Henry Ford Centennial Library - Auditorium
 
Welcome back to our abbreviated Blockbuster Film Series, which runs every Sunday at 2:00pm through December 19. Doors open for seating at 1:30pm.
 
Below are this month's selections: 
 
December 5: Casino Royale (2006)
December 12: Black Panther (2018)
December 19: The Nutcracker and the Four Realms (2018)
 
 
Movie Talk: Polar Express
Monday, December 20 at 6:30pm
Online, via Zoom
 
Join us for a special holiday discussion of the film, Polar Express. This event will be held online through Zoom. 
 
A Zoom link will be sent to your email once you are registered. 
 
DVD copies of the film can be reserved in our catalog or through MeLCat.
Cooking Matters - Making Recipes Work for You
Tuesday, December 21 at 6:00pm — 7:00pm
Online, via Zoom 
 
Join us for an online discussion about adjusting recipes to your needs and available ingredients.  Instructors from the Cooking Matters program will help participants learn to use recipes as guidelines, change parts of recipes and adapt to picky eaters or specialized diets.

All participants will receive a $10 Kroger Gift Card after attending. (Must attend the live Zoom program to receive a gift card.)

 
Space is limited. Registration is required.  A Zoom link for program access will be sent to the registered email address prior to the start of the program. Click here to register.

Sponsored by Gleaners Community Food Bank of SE Michigan.

Part of Book & Cook at the Dearborn Public Library. 
Book & Cook at the Dearborn Public Library is funded in part by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan.
 
 
Book & Cook - Festive Dessert (Adult & Teens, ages 14+)
Wednesday, December 22 at 6:30pm — 7:30pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library — SparkLab (3rd Floor M12 Maker Space)
 
Make a tasty and healthy dessert that is gluten-free to boot!  This hands-on cooking class is open to Adults and Teens, aged 14 and older.  Participants will make a cornbread cake and fresh-made cranberry lemon sauce to top it. An ingredient list is available by contacting the Adult Services Desk. Space is limited and registration is required. 
 
This cooking class is not socially distanced and participants are strongly encouraged to wear masks regardless of vaccination status.  Unvaccinated participants are required to wear masks.
 
Book & Cook at the Dearborn Public Library is funded in part by a Library Services and Technology Act grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan.
 
 
Click here for our full calendar of events in December
 
Youth Events 
Ages 3-5: Ready to Read Mondays
Mondays at 10:00am
Henry Ford Centennial Library - Youth Services Area 
 
Get ready to read with activities that encourage reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing. Children will need adult assistance.
 
No registration.
 
 
Letters to Santa
Monday, November 22 — Wednesday, December 22
Henry Ford Centennial Library
 
Drop in and write a letter to Santa to put in our special mailbox. Younger children may need assistance. No registration.
 
 
Disguise a Gingerbread Man
Sunday, November 21 — Wednesday, December 29
Henry Ford Centennial Library — Youth Services Area
 
Help our Gingerbread Man avoid being eaten! Pick up a template at the library and disguise your gingerbread man as your favorite book character. Turn your disguised Gingerbread Man in by December 29th and we will put him on display for everyone to see! All participants will be entered into a drawing to win a prize. No registration.
 
 
Lego Club (ages 4+)
Wednesday, December 1 at 5:30pm — 7:00pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library — Youth Services Area
 
Come build with us.  Each child will get their own tray of bricks to build with, then put it on display at the Youth Help Desk.  While supplies last.
 
All Ages: Storytime
Thursdays at 10:30am
Henry Ford Centennial Library - Auditorium 
 
Families are invited for stories, songs, and fun. Registration required for contact purposes. 
 
Happening December 2, 9, & 16. We are closed on Thursday, December 23 & 30 for the holidays.
 
 
Esper Branch: DIY Cocoa Mug 
Craft for Tweens & Teens
Monday, December 06 at 4:00pm — 6:00pm
Esper Branch Library
 
Decorate your own hot cocoa mug to use this winter. No registration, but supplies are limited. Ideal for tweens and teens.
 
 
Coding Class
Thursday, December 9, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library — Digitization Lab
 
Curious about coding? Join us for one hour of beginner coding at the Henry Ford Centennial Library. Learn to code and animate your name!
 
Space is limited. Registration required. This program is for children ages 8 and older. Masks are required for all attendees. 
 
 
Ages 2-5: Music and Movement Storytime
Tuesday, December 7 & December 14 at 10:30am
Henry Ford Centennial Library — Auditorium
 
Join us for an interactive storytime featuring books, songs, dancing, singing, and more! Ideal for kids ages 2-5.
 
Registration required.
 
 
Nailed It! Holiday Snacks Edition
Wednesday, December 15 at 6:00pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library — SparkLab (3rd Floor M12 Maker Space)
 
Do your kitchen skills measure up with the pros? Come show us your best holiday baking at our Nailed It event. On the menu: cake pops!
 
Space is limited. Registration required. This program is for children ages 11-14 years old. Masks are required for all attendees.
 
 
Esper Branch: Winter Mitten Craft
Tuesday, December 21 at 11:00am — 7:00pm
Esper Branch Library

Help us stay warm by decorating a pair of mittens for our winter tree! No registration.
 
 
New Year's Eve Take Home Craft Kit
Monday, December 27 — Wednesday, December 29
Henry Ford Centennial Library
It’s almost 2022! Don’t forget to swing by the youth services desk and pick up your New Year’s Eve Take Home Kit to celebrate the New Year in style. Crafts, games, and more! While supplies last. 
 
 
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Click here for more information on Youth Services Programming