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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 |
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All Library Branches Closed for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. |
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The Library is Officially Fine-Free! Fines do remain for specialized collections. This includes the Book Club Kits, the Wireless Hotspots, the Playaway Launchpads, and the in-house checkout for the laptops. Other than those collections, we will not be charging for daily overdue fines. However, patrons will continue to pay for lost and damaged items. Overdue reminders in the form of texts, emails and mailers will still be delivered to patrons who keep materials out past due dates. |
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Introducing Brainfuse: Online Tutoring, Test Prep,
and Writing Help for All Ages The library is excited to announce the launch of Brainfuse's HelpNow online learning platform; aimed at kids, teens, college students, and adults.
- Homework Help Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.
- Skills-Building Choose your topic to receive real-time help.
- Personalized eLearning Tools My File Sharing, My Session Replay, My Tutoring Archive, My Tests Archive, and more!
- 24-Hour Writing Lab Submit essays and other forms of writing for constructive feedback.
- Homework Send Question Submit homework questions for expert guidance.
- Adult Learning Center Access a library of rich adult learning content and live, professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, GED prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more!
- Foreign Language Lab / Spanish-Speaking Support
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All Library Locations Visit any Dearborn Library and pick up a kit with supplies and instructions. This month's craft is Snowballs! Grab and Go Craft Kits are available for pickup at all Dearborn Public Libraries. Limit of 1 craft per adult. While supplies last.
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Henry Ford Centennial Library - Auditorium Welcome back to our Blockbuster Film Series for the Winter 2022 season, which runs every Sunday at 2:00pm through March 13. Doors open for seating at 1:30pm. Below are this month's selections: |
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Beginning January 11 For adults learning English: • Learn vocabulary • Develop confidence • Make new friends • Practice speaking English in real-life situations Friday, January 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm View a cooking demonstration of easy snack recipes to make for your family — hot chocolate and s’mores, a delicious wintertime treat. This virtual class is open to Adult English language learners with the ability to read and converse in English at a high beginner level. If you wish to cook along with us, an ingredient list is available by contacting the Adult Services Desk at 313-943-2330. English language learners will: - Practice English conversation and reading
- Learn vocabulary and grammar
- Have fun and meet new people
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Join us for an online discussion about how to make the most of your grocery dollars. Instructors from the Cooking Matters program will help participants learn to use what's in their pantry, finding more uses for those "hard to utilize ingredients," how to save foods you can't use right away, and introducing new foods to children while keeping food waste down. 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. 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 grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan. |
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The FOLD Book Sale is held on the Second Wednesday of the month from 10am-6pm. Books, magazines, audiobooks, movies, and more are located in the 1st Floor Rotunda and in Room 113.
Items are sold as is. FOLD accepts cash, checks, and debit/credit cards. FOLD also has a small, ongoing sale located on the 2nd Floor across from the Adult Reference Desk. These sale shelves are available for browsing and purchase during library hours up until 15 minutes before closing. For more information about Friends of the Library - Dearborn, please visit the FOLD page. |
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Wednesday, January 19 at 7:00pm Henry Ford Centennial Library The book discussion 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, but not required. For those of you who would like to attend remotely, please click here to join through Zoom. This month is "Reader's Choice." For Reader’s Choice meetings, read what you want and feel free to share—or just see what others are reading. |
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Henry Ford Centennial Library - SparkLab 3rd Floor M12 Maker Space Prepare and enjoy a family favorite from one of our library staff, which can be made with meat or without. An ingredient list will be available prior to the program. Space is limited and registration is required. This in-person cooking class is not socially distanced and participants are required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status. 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. |
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Tuesday, January 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Explore less familiar ways to record your family history using recipes passed down through generations, recalling family lore, and attending school, work, career and family reunions. Professional genealogist, Megan Heyl will give tips and tricks on these unique genealogy research opportunities. Registration is necessary to receive the Zoom link by email. Please call 313-943-2330 for assistance, or with any questions. Book & Cook at the Dearborn Public Library funding is provided in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. |
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In this online program, Timothy Campbell, a NASA solar system ambassador for Dearborn, will cover some astronomy basics such as objects of the night sky and how to find them ... as well some observing basics. |
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Henry Ford Centennial Library — Auditorium Sponsored by Friends of the Library - Dearborn This lecture and multi-media presentation covers three types of aircraft used in the early effort to maintain flight. We begin with the 1783 balloonists and progress into the Civil War observation balloon program. Along the way we meet Thaddeus Lowe; Michigan’s own General Custer; P.T. Barnum; Prof. Hogan from Jackson, Michigan; Count Ferdinand Graf von Zeppelin; Charles Lindbergh; and Amelia Earhart. You will witness the building of the Great Dirigibles of the Goodyear Zeppelin Corporation and see Henry Ford’s mooring tower at the Dearborn Airport. Old photographs and movie footage of the period make this an outstanding program.
This event is in-person. Unvaccinated participants are required to wear masks. No registration required. |
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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.
Happening January 10, 24, & 31. |
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In honor of Braille Literacy Month, stop by Esper Branch Library to learn more about this tactile code and learn how to write your name in braille. |
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Cameron Zvara: Comedy Magician
& EntertainerThursday, January 06, 2022 6:00pm - 6:45pm Join us for an evening of FUN with Comedy Magician & Entertainer- Cameron Zvara! Cameron's show is filled with mind blowing magic, comedy, juggling, music, and TONS of audience participation. You do not want to miss out! Registration is required. This is a virtual program. A Zoom link will be sent to your email once you are registered.
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Toddlers and preschoolers, join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes! After registering, you will receive a Zoom ID and password for both January sessions. |
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Create your own snowy owl buddy to keep you company this winter.
No registration.
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Henry Ford Centennial Library - SparkLab 3rd Floor M12 Maker Space Join Teen Chef Thomas Besek in creating a fabulous entree. Teens and college-aged students are invited to participate in this fun cooking experience. An ingredient list will be available prior to the program. Space is limited and registration is required. This in-person cooking class is not socially distanced and participants are required to wear masks regardless of vaccination status. Book & Cook at the Dearborn Public Library is funded in part by a Library Services and Technology grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services administered by the Library of Michigan. |
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Thursdays at 10:30am Join us for virtual storytime on Zoom. Register to receive a Zoom link for access to all dates. Registration required. Happening January 13, 20, & 27. |
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Esper Branch Library Cebulski Community Room (#108) Learn some fast and healthy breakfast ideas for the whole family in this hands-on class. Kids 6 years and older with a caregiver (no more than 2 children per caregiver) will make various breakfast recipes. An ingredient list is available by contacting Esper Branch Library. Caregivers are responsible for making sure their children are allergy-safe. Space is limited. Registration is required. Unvaccinated participants are required to wear masks. Book & Cook at the Dearborn Public Library is partially funded by a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library of Michigan. |
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