Library and Community News for May, 2012

Feliz Cinco de Mayo

Library Activities

Getting to Know the Service Providers @ the Redford Branch

Meet Dr Conja Wright, Assistant Manager and Children's Librarian at the Redford Branch Library.  Dr Wright has been instrumental in bringing the mural to the children's area (back drop in photo), as well as numerous programs for children and adults.  She truly has a heart for the City of Detroit and our community.  When you stop in to visit the library you may find Dr Wright dressed as Minnie Mouse or in full African apparel but she is always ready and willing to help you.


Teacher's Choice
Teach you 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


Calling All Book Clubs
We would like to support your book club.  Please talk with us if you are looking for a comfortable meeting location, book swaps or special events.





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.




Future Foundations

May 1 - 30

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.

Scrapbooking
Saturday, Call the library for the date
12:30 - 5 pm
Scrapbookers, bring your pictures and paper, create your pages in the company of other scrapbookers.
Adults


Detroit Math Tutor: Part of the Solution
Wednesdays
May 2, 9, 16, 23 & 29
6 - 7:30 pm
Help with Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Pre-Calculus (NO CHARGE)
Teens

Author Visit:

Meet Mrs Kisha Durrell

Wednesday

May 2

6 - 7:45 pm

Mrs Durrell will read selected passages and sign books that are purchased.  These books will make a wonderful Mother's Day gift.

Toastmasters
Wednesdays
May 2 & 16
6:30 - 8 pm
Toastmasters fosters confidence, the ability to communicate, persuade and lead.
Adults



Stories and Nursery Rhymes with Ms Griff
Thursdays
May 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31
11 - noon
Stories will be read, finger plays and some artwork.
Parents should accompany little ones.



Mother's Day Card Making Extravaganza
Saturday
May 5
11 - 2 pm
This class is for the sophisticated crafter with patience and creativity.
Teens & Adults

College for Creative Studies
Art for Middle School Students
Saturdays
May 5, 12 & 19
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 art program.

Hollywood Golf

Saturdays
May 5, 12 & 19
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


Author Visit:
Meet Ms Darlene House
Saturday
May 5
3 - 5 pm
Pre-Mother's Day event spotlighting remarkable mother community honorees; fun activities, light refreshments hosted by Ms Darlene House, local author of Remarkable Reprints: A Collection of Acclaimed Articles and Crowd Pleasing Columns.
Adults




Knit & Crochet Club
Mondays
May 7, 14 & 21
Bring your own projects and join in the fun.






 Mother's Day Card Making Extravaganza
Saturday
May 12
11 - 2 pm
Cut and paste card making
5 - 13 years


Stitch-In-Time
Saturdays
May 12 & 19
1 - 4 pm
Calling all who sew, from beginners to advanced skills
Teens and Adults



Redford Readers Book Club
Saturday
May 19
11:30 - 1 pm
This month's book is Family Tree by Barbara Delinsky
Pick up a copy at the circulation desk and join us




Ma'at African Studies
Saturday, Call the library for the date
1 - 3 pm
Study ancient African History and culture
Adults


Effective Business Tips
Wednesday
May 23
6 - 7:30 pm
Learn weekly up-to-date topics designed for today's businesses; network with other entrepreneurs, business owners and potential customers.

Coming June 22....
Our Juneteenth Celebration
Friday
June 22
11 - 5 pm
We are looking for vendors to participate in this event.  Tables are FREE
This will also be an opportunity to sign up for the summer reading program.
Vendors, please contact Fran Harris to reserve your table today.
313-537-0739

Beautification
We need to clean up and spruce up our library, flower and vegetable gardens for the season.  Do you have some time you'd like to donate to help us in our efforts?  Please contact Dr. Wright 313-481-1822 and let her know your willing to work.



To Your Good Health
Amazing Veggie Burgers
You can make the mix and fry them or dehydrate them for a raw version.

 Community News...

Shrine of the Black Madonna

Cultural Center & Bookstore13535 Livernois Ave.
Detroit, MI 48238
Saturday, May 5th, 2012 * 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join 5 Metro Detroit Children's Authors for a day of readings,
activities and other cultural arts festivities

Denise Crittendon, author of Life is a Party that Comes with Exams

Karen E. Dabney, author of The Magic Pencil
Kenya Harper, author of All Boys and Girls Can

Grow Up to be Healers

Phyllis A. Russell-Gilmer, Where do Crickets Go When Winter Comes?
David L. Watkins, author of Lancaster Lion

This event is free and open to the public

Feed the Mind, Prepare the Child * Promote Literacy! Keep a Mind Lit!

Family Dynamics
May 16, 2012, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Gain a better understanding of the impact of dementia on the family. Learn how to build better relationships with your family members and use a team approach. This education program will be held in the 1B Community Conference Room.
Location:	Henry Ford's One Ford Place 1 Ford Place Detroit, MI 48202
Contact:	Harry L. Nelson Helpline, (800) 272-3900