Volume 8 Issue 3
May-June 2015
Library Matters
The official newsletter of the Dearborn Public Library dearbornlibrary.org THIS ISSUE’S QUOTE
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"Outside of a dog, a book is a man's best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." — Groucho Marx IN THIS ISSUE Classics Revisited
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May Children’s / Teen Programming
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Children’s / Teen Summer Reading programs
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Diabetes Workshop
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DIA Exhibit Program
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Music We Love
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R E A D I N G O F F I N
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This year’s summer reading program for children, teens and adults kicks off on June
15 and runs through the
month of August. There promises to be plenty of fun and interesting programs and activities for everyone! Be sure to check out the detailed schedules
diverse programming intended to
included in this issue for specific
broaden the horizons and experiences
program and event information.
with a variety of fun and relaxed activities. Check back at the library or on
The theme for the children’s program is
the library website in early June for a full
“Every Hero Has a Story,” with
schedule of the adult activities planned
superhero – themed programs and
during summer reading!
events throughout the summer. See page 4 for a detailed schedule. The teen program, “Unmasked,” will feature gaming, movies and other s u pe rh e ro
a nd
com ics - re la ted
activities that will take place on Tuesday evenings throughout the program.
See page 5 for a detailed
schedule of activities. The adult program, “Escape the Ordinary,” will offer a variety of
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A R M C H A I R A C A D E M Y C O N C L U D E S
The free book discussion group “Classics
The Armchair Academy program concludes its
Revisited”
series of lectures in May with the following
continues
at
the
Henry
Ford
Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave.
event:
All sessions are open to the public and no
Muslim Gravestones in Southeast Michigan
registration is required. Sessions take place on
May 12, 2015, 7 p.m.
the third Wednesday of
Ronald Stockton, Ph.D., UM-Dearborn
each month through May,
The Detroit area has a large Muslim population
from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the
dating back more than a century. Dr. Stockton
Ford
Room.
has spent several years locating more than 25
Multiple copies of each
sites where Muslims are buried. Burial sites
work
for
identify Muslim people from 19 different
library
countries or former countries. The markers
branches. If interested, reserve your copy
illustrate that gravestones are not about death,
today! Further information on each book and its
but about life. In conjunction with Dr.
author is also available through the Literature
Stockton’s lecture, photographic images of
Resource Center database via the Online
Stockton’s research will be on display in the
Resources page on the library’s website,
Rotunda Gallery of Henry Ford Centennial
dearbornlibrary.org.
Library throughout the month of May.
Collection are
available
checkout at all
The schedule of readings is as follows:
May 20 Out of Africa by Isak Dinesen Classics Revisited will be on hiatus throughout the summer but will return with a new schedule in the fall. See you then!
E S P E R A N T O L A N G U A G E P R O G R A M I N M A Y
Join us on Saturday, May 16 from 2-4 pm at the Henry Ford Centennial Library for a free presentation for all ages on the Esperanto language. The program will take place in Room 30 on the third floor mezzanine. Esperanto is the easiest language to learn for travel, to prevent Alzheimer's, for fun, or as a teen secret language (it was created by a teen 128 years ago). Sherry A. Wells will introduce this language and provide a mini lesson.
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*Please note: All Programming is at Henry Ford Centennial Library unless otherwise noted. Patrons arriving five minutes after the program start time will forfeit their place and will not be admitted. Registration must be made by phone, online, or in person at any Dearborn Public Library location.
BABIES BABIES--PRESCHOOL (5 yrs. and under) Tot Time (Ages 2-3 years) Thursdays, May 7, 14 & 21 at 10:30 a.m. Children with a caregiver are invited for stories, songs, and fun. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration begins Thursday, April 23. Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5 years) Thursdays, May 7, 14 & 21 at 2 p.m. Join us for fun stories, fingerplays, and a craft. Caregivers must remain in the library. Space is limited. Registration re q ui re d. Re gis t rat i on b egins Thursday, April 23. Mother Goose Storytime (Ages 6-23 months) Fridays, May 22 & 29 at 9:45 a.m. OR 10:45 a.m. Babies and toddlers are invited to their first literature experiences along wit h s ongs , fingerpla ys , and movement. One caregiver per child is recommended. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration begins Friday, May 1. Busy Bag Playdate (Ages 2-5 with a caregiver) Thursday, May 28, 10 a.m. Open play for children while caregivers make busy bags that are great to use for long car trips or quiet times at home. Space is limited. Registration re q ui re d. Re gis t rat i on b egins Thursday, May 14. Play and Learn (Ages Birth—5 Years with a caregiver) Thursday, May 21, 1-2:30 p.m. at Esper Branch Library, 12929 West Warren, Dearborn This FREE program, presented by
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Starfish Early Learning Communities, meets once a month at the Esper Branch Library. Children and their caregivers will enjoy interactive time together that includes stories, songs, group activities, play time and a snack. For ages birth-5 years and their caregivers. Siblings welcome. No registration.
KIDS EVENTS (Grades K-6) LEGO Club (Ages 4+) Wednesday, May 27, 4 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Come build with us. Creations will be photographed and displayed on our blog www.dearbornkidsread.blogspot.com Please note: children under the age of 4 years will not be permitted in room due to safety regulations. No registration but space is limited.
TWEENS (Grades 4+) Tween+ Craft (Grades 4+)—Sound Off For Summer Tuesday, May 26, 4:30 p.m. Get ready for some beach tunes by wrapping some tangle-free ear buds and making an ear bud case. No younger siblings. Registration required. Registration begins Tuesday, May 12.
TEENS
(Grades 7-12) Teen Time (Grades 7-12) Wednesday, May 6, 6 p.m. Use your creativity to decorate bookends which will be used in the new Teen Zone. No parents or younger siblings. No registration. Teen Movie (Grades 7-12) Tuesday, May 12, 5:45 p.m. Dinosaurs come alive! Watch Jurassic Park (PG13, 127 min, 1993). No parents or younger siblings. No registration. Teen Advisory Group “TAG” (Grades 712) Thursday, May 14, 6 p.m. Hang out, voice your opinion, help plan programs, and earn volunteer hours.
No parents or younger siblings. No registration.
ALL AGES EVENTS Third Thursday Craft (All Ages) Thursday, May 21, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Time to celebrate spring. Younger children may need adult assistance. No registration. Crafts available while supplies last.
EARLY LEARNING WORKSHOPS Parents, caregivers, and educators are invited to FREE workshops provided by the staff of Starfish Family Services this fall. Classes are intended for adults, but childcare will be provided by Starfish’s daycare professionals. Registration required. Register o n l i n e a t www.greatstarttoquality.org or by phone/in person at Dearborn Public Library Parents in Action: Reading with Preschoolers Tuesday, May 5, 10 a.m.– noon Learn and practice ways to make storybook reading an interactive and enjoyable experience. Bring your children as free daycare is provided by Starfish's daycare professionals. Registration required. *Please specify how many children will be attending when registering. Hold the Praise—Try Encouragement Instead Friday, May 8, 10 a.m.– noon Discuss the benefits of using encouragement & the three encouragement strategies in your setting. Bring your children as free daycare is provided by Starfish's daycare professionals. Registration required. *Please specify how many children will be attending when registering.
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Welcome to another season of summer reading at Dearborn Public Library! Below is the full schedule of our children’s and teen programming along with important instructions for how to register for programs as well as logging your reading hours online.
STORYTIMES Storytime (Ages 2-6): Weather permitting we’ll meet by the fountain for storytime. Join us for stories, songs, & rhymes. All family members are welcome, but storytime is geared for children, 2-6 years old. In the event of rain, storytime will be held indoors. Thursdays, 10:30 a.m.—June 18 & 25 ; July 9, 16, 23 & 30 ; August 6 & 13. No registration. Mother Goose Storytime (Ages 6-23 months): Babies & toddlers are invited to their first literature experiences along with songs, fingerplays, & movement. One caregiver per child is recommended. Space is limited. Registration required. Fridays, 10 a.m.— June 19 & 26. Registration begins June 5. Fridays, 10 a.m. —July 10 & 17. Registration begins June 26. Fridays, 10 a.m.—August 14 & 21. Registration begins July 31.
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CRAFTS Tuesday Branch Crafts (All Ages): Esper & Bryant Branch have drop in crafts! Younger children may need adult assistance. Available while supplies last. No Registration. Tuesdays, 2-4 p.m. June 16 – Comic Books June 23 – Superhero Cuffs June 30 – Superhero Bookmarks July 7 – Everyday Hero Letters July 14 – Superhero Masks July 21 – Create Your Hero Logo July 28 – Design a Hero August 4 – Superhero Snowflakes August 11 – Superhero Shields August 18 - Odds & Ends Scrap Craft Wednesday Drop-in Crafts (All Ages): Make and take something new each week. Younger children may need adult assistance. Available while supplies last. No Registration. Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. June 17 – Flying Superheroes June 24 – Superhero Cuffs July 1 – Superhero Puzzles July 8 – Everyday Hero Hats July 15 – Superhero Masks July 22 – Superhero Bracelets July 29 – Defender Shields August 5 – Minecraft SelfPortraits
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August 12 – Superhero Finger Puppets August 19 – Odds & Ends Scrap Craft
TWEEN + CRAFTS (Grade 4+)
Some crafts will be messy, dress appropriately. Some crafts will be outside, weather permitting. NO YOUNGER SIBLINGS. Space is limited. Registration required. Registration begins 1 week in advance of program. Wednesdays, 2 p.m. June 17 – Super-powered Bookmarks June 24 – Comic Bookends July 1 – Avengers Assemble July 8 – By Odin’s Beard, I Need a Magnet July 15 – Attack of the Shrink-o-Matic July 22 – Perler Me This, Batman July 29 – Every Hero Needs to Accessorize August 5 – Every Hero Needs to Accessorize 2 August 12 – With Great Power Comes a Great Coffee Mug August 19 – Great Caesar’s Ghost! Use a Coaster! (Make it Here)
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EVENTS For more details about individual programs, call 313943-2345 or visit our events calendar at dearbornlibrary.org Lego Club (Ages 4+) Monday, June 22, 11 a.m.—No registration. Noodles the Supermath Dog (All Ages) Monday, June 29, 2 p.m.—No registration. Superhero Bingo (Ages 3+) Monday, July 6, 2 p.m. OR 3 p.m.—Play for prizes. No registration. Lego Club (Ages 4+) Monday, July 13, 11 a.m.—No registration. Meet an Everyday Hero (All Ages) Monday, July 20, 10:30 a.m.—No registration. Button Making (All Ages) Monday, July 27, 2 p.m.— Registration begins July 13. Lego Club (Ages 4+) Monday, August 3, 11 a.m.—No registration. Design a Cape (All Ages) Monday, August 10, 2 p.m.— Registration begins July 27. Grow a Groot (All Ages) Monday, August 17, 2 p.m.— Registration begins August 3.
Read with a Teen (Grades K -4) Thursdays, June 25 ; July 9 & 23 ; August 6 & 20, 6 p.m.—Read with a teen buddy. No registration.
TEEN EVENTS Hang out, meet new peeps, and have fun every Tuesday during the Summer Reading Program. No younger siblings or parents. No registration required. June 16, 6 p.m. : Superhero Bookmarks & Magnets June 23, 5:30 p.m. : Superhero Movie-“The Avengers” (PG-13, 143 min, 2012) June 30, 6 p.m. : Superhero Etching July 7, 6 p.m. : Teen Gaming July 14, 6 p.m. : Superhero Bracelets & Masks July 21, 6 p.m. : Superhero Fandoms July 28, 6 p.m. : DC vs. Marvel August 4, 6 p.m. : Superhero Training August 11, 5:30 p.m. : Superhero Movie- “Dark Knight” (PG-13, 152 min, 2008) August 18, 6 p.m. : Superhero Sundaes Program registration may be made by phone, online, or in person. Registration opens at 9:30 a.m. on the date listed. Participants arriving more than five minutes after the scheduled program time will not be
admitted. Due to spa ce limitations, strollers may not be allowed inside the program room or the auditorium. Children must be the required age on or before the first date of the program. Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services to attend or participate in these programs should contact their local library or TDD 313-9432193. Reasonable advance notice is required.
REGISTRATION AND READING LOG INSTRUCTIONS Registering (starts June 15, 2015) Using your library card: 1. Click the correct program link from the library website. 2. Enter library card number and PIN. (It is best if each participant has their own library card. If you would like to use a single card for all family members, please see below.) 3. Verify the information provided, complete the form and submit. Using a single card for multiple family members: 1. Click the correct program for the card holder. (For a parent, register for the Adult Reading program, etc.) 2. Verify the information provided, complete the form and submit. 3. Click “Add a Family Member” button. 4. Fill in form and click submit.
Logging hours read/events attended Using your own card: 1. Click the correct program link from the library website. 2. Enter your library card number and PIN. 3. Click “Add/View Log” button. 4. Enter number of hours read or events attend-ed. (REQUIRED) 5. Choose hours or event attendance. (REQUIRED) 6. OPTIONAL – fill in the rest of the form by adding the title of book/event and a review. You may share these reviews with other patrons and they will appear on the program homepage. 7. Click Save.
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Act fast to take advantage of the opportunity to see the “Diego Rivera / Frida Kahlo in Detroit� exhibit at the Detroit Institute of Arts, complete with transportation and art creation led by DIA studio artists! The program will take place on Friday, May 15 from 9:30 am-3:30 pm. This program will allow 25 members of the community to visit the Diego and Frida exhibition at the DIA and then participate in a two-hour learner -centered acrylic painting workshop led by two DIA studio artists. The library will be a gathering place for people to board a complementary bus to the DIA. Participants can choose to go through the exhibition themselves or with the help of a scavenger hunt. After an hour and a half at the DIA, the participants will return to the library and engage in a discussion about identity. DIA studio artists will lead a workshop making pastel paintings during the discussion. A box lunch will be provided. A reservation for this event is required! Interested patrons can call 313-833-4005 to reserve their spot.
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The next FOLD Book and Media sale will take place on Wednesday, June 3 from 9:30 AM-7 PM. Stock up for summer at our special extended-hour sale for June only!! The June sale will feature Medical Books,
Foreign Language, and much more. Mark
the date for this great sale! In the Children’s & Teen areas we will also feature $1.00 Surprise Bags! As always, there will also be freshly stocked shelves of fiction, nonfiction, magazines, and more! Arrive early for the best selection of our newly-replenished stock of items! T E C H T I M E H E L P S E S S I O N S C O N T I N U E
Patrons can drop by Henry Ford Centennial Library on Fridays from 2-4 PM for some free Tech Time device help.
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Henry Ford Centennial Library will host a workshop on Resume Tips & Tricks on Thursday, May 14 from 6-7 p.m. in Room 30. This event is FREE with no registration required.
These sessions will take place in the first-floor computer training room at HFCL. For these sessions, please bring USB and/or power cables for your device. Apple device
users may need their Apple account
credentials. Kindle device users may need their Amazon account credentials. Help with ebooks requires a valid
library card. This workshop is not
intended to help with repairing equipment. E S L C O N V E R S A T I O N C I R C L E S C O N T I N U E
Adults interested in learning English are invited to join one of Henry Ford Centennial Library’s ESL Conversation Circles, where one can meet new friends and develop confidence in English vocabulary and speaking in a friendly, relaxed environment. Sessions are held three times a week; no registration is required, just drop in during any session that is convenient for you! Conversation circles are held in Room 30 on the third floor mezzanine at HFCL on Mondays from 6:30-8 PM, Tuesdays from 1-2:30 PM or Thursdays from 6-8 PM.
In this workshop, job seekers will: Learn the three basic resume formats and when to use each one Build skills statements with important key words Construct or update each component of your resume Develop self-marketing strategies Discover how to tailor your resume for each job Get tips for utilizing technology
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Joe Cocker: A Voice Not Forgotten By Sarah Kalmoni Looking to hear some blues and soulful music? Well, look no farther…we have a great selection of Joe Cocker CDs! Joe Cocker was a British musician who began his journey in the early 1960s. He was widely known for his unique voice and energetic movements while performing on stage. Cocker had a string of international hit cover songs, especially covering The Beatles. Cocker had that special talent of taking an existing song and adding a soulful approach to it. One of the greatest examples of his masterpieces include “With A Little Help From My Friends”, “The Letter”, “Feelin’ Alright”, “Unchain My Heart”, “You Are So Beautiful” just to name a few. “With A Little Help From My Friends” was beautifully done. Cocker turned this song into a ballad, where he as the singer, and his back -up harmony singers, carry on a conversation about love. The harmonies are wonderful and you can really hear the emotion in Cocker’s voice. According to Wikipedia’s web site, Paul McCartney has said, “He [Cocker] was a lovely northern lad who I loved a lot and, like many people, I loved his singing. I was especially pleased when he decided to cover "With a Little Help from My Friends" and I remember him and (producer) Denny Cordell coming round to the studio in Savile Row and playing me what they'd recorded and it was just mindblowing, totally turned the song into a soul anthem and I was forever grateful to him for doing that." Many artists tried to cover
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The Beatles songs and weren’t successful. Cocker is one of the few artists who had the gift of covering songs, pulling it off with the support of a dedicated and devoted audience worldwide. Cocker was also known for his live performances. He performed in Woodstock’s festival in 1969. Another great song to hear live is “The Letter”. The piano, saxophone and harmony singers did an outstanding job. It’s one of those songs where you can appreciate the “repeat” button your player. Cocker had an amazing career and never retired. Adding to his list of accomplishments, he won a Grammy Award in 1983 for his duet “Up Where We Belong” with Jennifer Warnes. The song also won an Academy Award for Best Original song. As with any artist, Cocker had some challenging points in life. He dealt with debt, alcoholism and illness. With hope and determination, he overcame his obstacles and leaves behind a legacy that won’t be forgotten. Sadly, he passed away on December 22, 2014 after a battle with lung cancer. Wikipedia also notes, “The two living Beatles, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr, were among those who paid tribute to the singer, while Cocker's agent, Barrie Marshall, said that Cocker was "without doubt the greatest rock/soul singer ever to come out of Britain." So the next time you feel like some blues and soul, or just want to try out something new or different for a change, check out one of Joe Cocker’s CDs at any of our locations. You’ll be glad that you did. Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Cocker
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Longtime Library Commissioner Robert Taub is stepping down from his position at the end of June after nearly 50 years of dedicated service to the Dearborn Public Library. Mr. Taub was appointed to the Library Commission in 1968 and has continually served
the
Board,
holding
various
positions including Chairperson for many years. He worked with Ford
Motor
Company to help secure the land grant and development funding necessary to build the Henry Ford Centennial Library on Michigan Avenue. Mr. Taub’s work on the commission helped guide the library through
the
many
changes
and
developments it has undergone over the past several decades. In April, Mr. Taub was presented with a citation from Mayor John O’Reilly for his years of dedicated service. The library is tremendously grateful to Mr. Taub for the many years of service and leadership he has provided our city’s library. We wish him the very best in the future.
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DIRECTOR
The libraries are now open for regular hours according to the schedule below. Please note holiday closures.
Maryanne Bartles
Henry Ford Centennial Library
DEPUTY DIRECTOR
16301 Michigan Ave. (313) 943-2330
Julie Schaefer
LIBRARY COMMISSION CHAIR Marcel Pultorak
SECRETARY-TREASURER Jihan Ajami Jawad Ali H. Dagher Ryan Lazar David L. Schlaff Robert Taub
9:30-8:30
Friday
9:30-5:30
Saturday
9:30-5:30
Sunday 1-5 SUMMER HOURS: Note that beginning in June, HFCL will be closed on Saturdays and Sundays through Labor Day.
VICE-CHAIR Nancy Zakar
Mon-Thurs
Bryant and Esper Branch Libraries Monday Wednesday
12:30-8:30 10:30-5:30
Tuesday
12:30-8:30
Thursday 12:30-5:30
Friday CLOSED Saturday 12:30-5:30 Sunday CLOSED SUMMER HOURS: Note that beginning in June, library branches will be closed on Saturdays and open on Fridays from 12:30-5:30 through Labor Day. The library will be closed on the following holidays: Sunday, May 24 & Monday, May 25 for Memorial Day
VISION STATEMENT
www.dearbornlibrary.org
“The Dearborn Public Library fosters the spirit of exploration, the joy of reading, and the pursuit of knowledge for all ages and cultures starting with the very young.”
MISSION STATEMENT “The Dearborn Public Library provides a broad range of effective, courteous, quality services and a balanced collection of materials for the educational, informational and recreational needs of the community.”
Library Matters May-June 2015 Layout, writing and editing by Jeff Lelek with staff contributions as credited