March Activities @ the Redford Branch and Community News

Young, Gifted and Black
Meet Nicholas McCauley, he's 16 and attends Detroit School of Arts.  Nicholas is the grand nephew of Mrs. Rosa Parks.  He is also one of the artist that worked on our awesome mural located in the children's area at the Redford Branch Library.  His current projects include an animation and comic books.




Getting to Know the Service Providers @ the Redford Branch

Each month we will feature an employe of our library, so you can get to know those who are supportive and helpful in providing services to you.
 This is Ina Sue Nairn, manager of the Redford Branch Library.  She has 21 years with the Detroit Public Library System and 3-1/2 years at the Redford Branch.

Dr Seuss's Eve Pre-Birthday Celebration
All the Seuss you can read and color.  Come sing Happy Birthday to Dr. Seuss!
Thursday, March 1, 2012
4 - 5:30 pm

Future Foundations

March 1 - 29

Mondays & Wednesdays

3:30 -7:30 pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays

2:30 -5:45 pm

Students must attend a Detroit Public School, and from a school classified  as "At Risk."

For elementary, middle and high school students.



What is the Law??

Saturday, March 3
2 - 4 pm
Do you know and understand the laws which govern our lives?  Come and explore the Articlesf of Confederation, Constitution, and the Declaration of Independence.  What do you know about these documents, what can you learn??
Adults



KUDOS!!

Meet Ms Barbara Parker, a laid off Detroit Public Library Librarian, who continues to give back to the community.  She came into the Redford Branch to read to the children on "Bring Your Child to the Library Day," on Saturday, February 4.
We need to let the library commissioners know that the libraries that remain open need qualified staff to serve our patrons.  The very people whose hard earned tax dollars keep the libraries up and functioning.
Many thanks to Ms. Barbara Parker!

Center for Creative Studies
Art for Middle School Students
Saturdays
March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

10:30 - 1 pm
For Middle School students with a serious interest in art and strong family support. This workshop helps students prepare their personal art portfolio and encourages them to apply to Detroit's quality high school programs

Hollywood Golf

Saturdays

March 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31

10 - 1pm

Hollywood's goal is to expose young people to educational opportunities through the sport of golf. Emphasis is on golf, citizenship and good living.

Young people ages 4 -23

Our Life in the "D"

Tuesdays

March 6, 13, 20 & 27

4 - 5:45 pm

Michigan's Children is a statewide, nonpartisan and nonprofit organization committed to speaking out for the well-being of children and their families at the federal, state and local levels of government.

Teens

Detroit Math Tutor
Part of the Solution

Wednesdays
 March 7, 14, 21 & 28
6 - 7:30 pm
Get help with Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus
Teens
NO CHARGE

Toastmasters

Wednesdays

March 7 & 21

6:30 - 8 pm

Toastmasters foster confidence, the ability to communicate, persuade and lead.

Adults

Become a Literacy Tutor

Share the joy of reading with someone by becoming a volunteer tutor. For more information go to

www.detroit-reads.org or call 313-481-1362

Scrapbooking

Saturday, March 10

12:30 - 5

Scrapbookers, bring your pictures and paper, create your pages in the company of other scrapbookers

Adults

Ma'at African Studies

Saturday, March 10

1 - 3 pm

Study ancient African History and culture

Adults

Teachers Choice

Teach your students how to use the library for homework help by bringing them on a field trip. We offer several types of programs including "Library Lessons and Stories", "Research Basics", and training on select Detroit Public Library databases. For grades 1 - 8.
Reservations Required

Stitch-In-Time

Saturdays
March 10 & 31

1-4 pm

From beginner to advanced sewing skills
Teens and Adults

Family and Reading Science Program
Monday
March 12
5 - 6:30 pm
Chase away the winter blues, spend quality time with the family and learn some sweet science all at once!

Author Visit:  E Delbert Gray Ph. D.

Wednesday

March 14

6 -7:30 pm

Dr. Gray will be on hand for a discussion of his book, Thank You, You're Welcome.  Signed copies of his book will be available for purchase.

Adults

Computer Classes

All computer classes are held on Saturdays, from 11 - 1 pm

March 10  - Introduction to Microsoft Excel

March 24  - Introduction to Email

Shambhala Bracelet Making
Monday
March 19
5 - 7 pm
Male and female participants will make this traditional Tibetan wrist adornment.  Limited to the first 20 students
Teen center activity.  All materials will be provided.
Teens


Effective Business Tips
Wednesday
March 28
6 - 7:30 pm
Learn weekly up-to-date topics designed for today's businesses; network with other
entrepreneurs, business owners and potential customers.
Adults

Redford Readers Book Club

Saturday
March 31
11:30 - 1 pm
This month's book selection is The Mountain Between Us by Charles Martin
Ben Payne, an orthopedic surgeon, can't return home to Florida after a medical convention in Colorado Springs. Due to an advancing winter storm, commercial flights are cancelled. But Grover, a seasoned private pilot, will take him and a fellow passenger, Ashley Knox. Ben has invited Ashley, a writer from Atlanta, because when they casually met at the airport, she confided that she was on her way home to her wedding. He cherishes the memory of marrying his beloved wife, Rachel, and can't resist offering the young woman the chance to get home in time for her own nuptials. Although the tremendous storm is advancing rapidly, Grover is confident that he can outrun it.

Find out what happens...stop by our circulation desk and pick up a copy of the book and join us for the discussion March 31.
Information about the book and the cover photo were taken from http://www.bookreporter.com/reviews/the-mountain-between-us

Community News 

The Fenmore Street Block Club and

                                                                                           

The Detroit Police Department

Present

                                    “H O W   T O SECURE   A N D
                                            TAKE BACK

          YOUR  NEIGHBORHOOD”

                                               Making Detroit Safer, One Block at a Time

By Detective Brian Fountain,

                                                 Detroit Police Department
                                                   (A 15-minute meeting will precede the workshop)

Date:  March 1, 2012   Time:  6:00 p.m.

                                                   (Our Regular Block Club Meeting)

Location:  The Detroit Public Library

                                                                     Chase Branch
                                                 Corner West Seven Mile Rd and Fenmore St
                 -  It’s time to stop the madness!!                                           - Crime Prevention Tips
                 -  Find out what’s really going on!                                        - CB Patrol
                 -  Learn how to effectively use proven                                  - Home Security
                 - Strategies to make your neighborhood safer.                     - Neighborhood Watch
                 -  Bring a friend.                                                                     - 1-800-SPEAK UP
                 -  Teen family members are encouraged to attend.                             (7 7 3 2 5 8 7)

ALL ARE WELCOME TO ATTEND

St Timothy Angel Dances

Line Dance and Ballroom Lessons- Improve health and Wt. Loss

Cost: $ 5:00 per class
Event Type: Music/Arts    
Community Topic: Health & Well-Being
Event Location:

St Timonthy United Methodist Church
15888 Archdale at Purtian
Detroit, Michigan 48235, United States          

Program runs from:

03/06/2012 - 6:00 PM

05/24/2012 - 6:00 PM           

Hosted By:

Donella Bell

Phone: 313-412-2364
Proceeds used to support the Isaiah Project Literacy Program
Email: drhughesbell1272@yahoo.com