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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

Bryant Branch Library


Mon–Tues.........11am–7pm

Wed–Thurs..11am–5:30pm

Friday Closed
Saturday......11am–5:30pm
Sunday Closed

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Announcements

Change of Hours

Henry Ford Centennial Library will be closed on Sundays for the duration of Summer.

Library Commission Meeting

Wednesday, June 8 | 4pm–5:30pm
Henry Ford Centennial Library Auditorium

Dearborn Library Foundation is seeking members!

The Dearborn Library Foundation was founded in 2005 to develop and encourage the long-term financial health and growth of the Dearborn Public Library through giving, endowment and capital contributions. As a nonprofit organization, 501(c)3, the Foundation can solicit private gifts from many sources, including those not available to a municipally funded Library. The Foundation is looking for individuals who are passionate about the Dearborn Public Library and wish to help it thrive.

Interested in joining?

Email us at dearbornlibraryfoundation@gmail.com for more information.

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You can also support The Dearborn Library Foundation every time you shop at Kroger or Amazon.com! Click here to learn how.

FOLD Sale: June 8 | 10am–6pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library | 1st Floor Rotunda & Room 113

Books, magazines, audiobooks, movies, music, and more! The June features are: all fiction books (adult and children’s) for 25 cents each, and 50% off children’s nonfiction books. Surprise bags will also be available for $2 each.

Adult Events

Blockbusters Film Series

Mondays at 6:30pm

The Blockbusters Film Series Programs continues, but now on a new day and time! No registration. Free for all. 

June 6

School of Rock

(2003) (PG-13)

June 13

Smoke

(1995) (R)

June 20

Pirate Radio

(2009) (R)

June 27

Free Willy

(1993) (PG)

ELL Conversation Circle

Tuesday, June 7 & 14
2pm–3pm

Online via Zoom

All sessions are for high beginner level and above English language learners with some ability to converse in English.

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Book & Cook: Dip It Good

Thursday, June 30
6pm–7:30pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Adults and Teens can learn to create a variety of dips and salsas for chips, veggies or for tacos, nachos or tostadas.

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Embracing a Plant-Based Lifestyle

Thursday, June 23 | 6:30–7:30pm

Online via Zoom

Marc Ramirez, a former University of Michigan football player and co-founder of the nonprofit Chickpea and Bean, will discuss how he lost 50 pounds and reversed Type 2 diabetes and other illnesses with the power of plants. His wife Kim, co-founder of Chickpea and Bean, will share tips and tricks about what to shop for and how to prepare food while transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle.

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Savvy Tips for Starting a Small Business

Wednesday, June 22 | 6:30–7:30pm

Online via Zoom

This workshop from MSU Extension will equip you with valuable information about turning your ideas into a new business and will help you navigate the technicalities and avoid costly mistakes.

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Grab & Go Craft Kit | Adult

June 6–June 30

All Dearborn Public Libraries

Visit any Dearborn Library and pick up a kit with supplies and instructions. This month's craft is Reverse Coloring.

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Get Crafty: Wet Felted Flowers

Tuesday, June 21
6pm–7:30pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Adults and Teens will learn wet felting techniques and leave with a beautiful flower that can be made into a pin or a decorative piece.

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Youth Events

Summer Reading Kickoff: An Ocean of Musical Possibilities!

Monday, June 20 | 5pm–5:45pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library Auditorium

Join us as we kickoff summer reading with a special musical performance from Beverly Meyer, the music lady! Discover new songs and new sounds from the deep blue sea! Children will be encouraged to join in with creating songs all about creatures of the sea. You won't want to miss out!

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Marvel Madness: Black Widow

Saturday, June 18 | 1pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Teen | Enjoy a PG-13 rated movie on the big screen. Marvel games and crafts will be in the Youth Services area from 12-2pm.

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Virtual Saturday Storytime

Saturday, June 4 | 10am

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Toddlers, preschoolers, and their families, join Ms. Kathryn for stories, songs, and rhymes! Register for the Zoom link.

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Ready to Read Mondays

Mondays, 10am–12pm

Henry 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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Book & Cook: Top a Tortilla

Saturday, June 25
2:30pm–4:30pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Teen | Teens and College-aged Adults can learn to create a variety of salsas and fillings for tacos, nachos or tostadas, both savory and sweet.

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Get Crafty | Third Thursday Craft

Thursday, June 16
11am–7pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library

All Ages | Come in and stay a while! Get Crafty in the Youth Area of the library. While supplies last.

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Read with Pippin

Saturday, June 18
4:30–5:30pm

Henry 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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Manga in Motion: Teen Anime Club

Wednesday, June 8
6:00pm

Henry 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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Puzzlepalooza!

June 20–August 14

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Teen | Are you a master of riddles, word games, logic problems, and all things puzzle-esque? Try our weekly Puzzlepalooza Challenge! Stop by the Teen Zone and pick up our latest puzzle. Submit your answer by Sunday each week for a chance to win a prize.

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LEGO Club

Monday, June 13
4pm–5:30pm

Esper Branch Library

Age 4+ | Come build with us after school. No registration.

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Outdoor Storytime

Thursday, June 30
10:30am–11:30am

Henry 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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Get Messy! @ Dearborn Public Library

Thursday, June 30 | 11:30am–12:30pm

Henry Ford Centennial Library

Do you like slime, finger paint, and all kinds of sensory fun? Join us for a special outdoor play time where kids can explore, make art, and GET MESSY! No registration required.

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