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Henry Ford Centennial Library
| Mon–Thurs....10am–8pm
Fri–Sat.......10am–5:30pm
Sunday Closed |
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| Esper Branch Library
| Mon–Tues.........11am–7pm
Wed–Thurs..11am–5:30pm
Friday Closed
Saturday......11am–5:30pm
Sunday Closed |
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Bryant Branch Library
| Mon–Tues.........11am–7pm Wed–Thurs..11am–5:30pm
Friday Closed
Saturday......11am–5:30pm
Sunday Closed |
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Reflection Room is now available at Henry Ford Centennial Library. |
It's a quiet space to relax, think, meditate, and pray. Ask at the security desk on the 3rd floor for access. |
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StoryWalk is coming to Henry Ford Centennial Library this month! |
In mid-July we're bringing the fun of reading outside. Take a walk to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time! |
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Henry Ford Centennial Library | 1st Floor Rotunda & Room 113 |
Books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, music, and more! The July features are: puzzles, odds and ends, interesting book sets, and a variety of encyclopedias. Surprise bags will also be available for $2 each. |
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The Blockbusters Film Series Programs continues, but now on a new day and time! No registration. Free for all. |
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| ELL Conversation Circle | Every Tuesday, July 5–August 23 | 5:30–6:30pm |
All sessions are for high beginner level and above English language learners with some ability to converse in English. Those registering must choose one location and attend the entire 8-week course. |
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July 1–31All Dearborn Public Libraries |
Visit any Dearborn Library and pick up a kit with supplies and instructions. This month's craft is a seashell pendant. |
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Every Tuesday
11am–7pmAll Dearborn Public Libraries |
Drop in at any Dearborn Public Library and Get Crafty with us. Crafts provided will be of interest to everyone in the family, adults included! |
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Tuesday, July 12
6:30–7:30pmOnline via Zoom |
Shipwreck hunter and author Ross Richardson will join us virtually to talk about the 1885 Jarvis Lord shipwreck recently discovered in Lake Michigan. |
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| Thursday, July 21
6–7:30pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library | Adults and Teens can learn to create quick pickles and refrigerator pickles made with various vegetables and spice mixes. Registration required.
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Thursday, July 14
6:30–7:30pmOnline via Zoom |
Oscar-nominated screenwriter and director Ron Shelton will join us for a Zoom discussion about his new book The Church of Baseball: The Making of Bull Durham: Home Runs, Bad Calls, Crazy Fights, Big Swings and a Hit. |
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Saturday, July 30
10–11amOnline via Zoom |
Circa 50 CE the Romans founded the city of Londinium, the first iteration of what would become London. Ellen Green, PhD researcher at the University of Reading in England, explores what life was like in the city and how archaeologists are able to reconstruct the urban landscape. |
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Tuesday, July 19 | 2–3:30pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
We're celebrating Oceans of Possibilities with an old-fashioned dance party! Join us for music, dancing, games, and more! Children in grades K-4 welcome. Registration required. Registration begins July 5th. |
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| Antarctica Penguin Sled Challenge | Saturday, July 9 | 11am
Henry Ford Centennial Library | Grades 1–5 | Learn all about Antarctica and penguins! Design your own "penguin sled" to race, and discover how friction and gravity play a part in making your sled the fastest! |
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Saturday, July 16
10:30am–12pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
All families have a story to tell! Get inspiration from our book club book shelf, then join us Saturday, July 16 to practice some art techniques and get ready to write your own book. |
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July 11, 12, 13, 14 & 1611am–5:30pmBryant Branch Library |
Young children and their families are invited to explore an ocean of possibilities at Bryant Branch Library in our under the sea dramatic play space. Engage in early literacy practices of: singing, writing, reading, playing, and talking. |
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Mondays, 10am–12pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Age 3+ | Get ready to read with activities that encourage reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing. Children will need adult assistance. |
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Saturday, July 16
2:30–4pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Teen | Join Teen Chef Thomas Besek in creating a fabulous entree, Cashew Chicken. Teens and college-aged students are invited to participate in this fun cooking experience. |
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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Wednesday, July 20
2–4pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
All Ages | Make a sticker and magnet. We have the supplies, bring your creativity. One sticker and magnet per person. |
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Wednesday, July 13
4:30–5:30pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Age 4+ | Gain confidence in your reading by reading to Pippin, a trained therapy dog. Bring your favorite book or borrow one of ours! |
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Wednesday, July 13
6–7pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Teen | Do you love all things Anime and Manga? Join us to watch anime together, discuss manga, and engage in other related activities! |
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Wednesday, July 13
6–7:30pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Girls in grades 2–5 | In this workshop, girls learn about self-esteem, confidence, friendship, self-care, and following your dreams! A fun art activity will be completed. |
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June 20–August 14Henry Ford Centennial Library |
Teen | Are you a master of riddles, word games, logic problems, and all things puzzle-esque? Stop by the Teen Zone every week and pick up our latest puzzle. Submit your answer by Sunday each week for a chance to win a prize. |
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July 1–July 31
Henry Ford Centennial Library |
Teen | Think you can recognize a popular YA book from fragments of the text? Give us your best guess! Submit your guess for a chance to win a prize! |
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Every Thursday
10:30am–11:30amHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Join us for outdoor stories and fun! Families are invited for stories, songs, and rhymes outside in the west garden area. Please bring towels, blankets, or camp chairs for optimal comfort. |
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Wednesday, July 27
2–3pmHenry Ford Centennial Library |
Ages 5–12 | Discover what is possible when you look at a box and think "This is not a box." Get creative with STEAM tools and take home your design. |
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Come build with us! Young children will need adult supervision for safety. |
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Wednesday, July 6 | 2–3:30pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library |
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Wednesday, July 20 | 2–4pm
Esper Branch Library |
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