Monday, December 2, 2013

Here's What's Happening at the Redford Branch December, 2013



Redford Branch Library's Activities



CCS (College for Creative Studies) presents... 
Art for Middle School Students

Saturdays
December 7, 14 & 21
10:30 - 1 pm
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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 programs.


Redford Book Club
Saturday, December 21
11:30 - 1 pm
When Washington Was In Vogue
 by Edward Christopher





Knit & Crochet Club
Mondays, December 2, 9 16, 23 & 30
5:30 - 7:30
Bring your own projects, join in the fun.




Toastmasters
Wednesdays, December 4 & 18
6:30 -8:00
Toastmasters fosters confidence, the ability to communicate, persuade and lead

Junior Youth Empowerment Program
Wednesdays, December 4, 11, 18
4 - 7 pm
Character building  for healthy self esteem.through games and activities.


Math Tutor
Wednesdays, December 4, 11 & 18
5:30 - 7:30pm
Math tutoring for algebra, geometry, trig and pre-calc


Hollywood Golf
Saturdays, December 7, 14 & 21
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.


Chess for Kids & Teens
Tuesdays, December 3, 10 & 17
3:30 - 5:30pm
Instruction and practice in the game of chess.


Preschool Story Time
Thursdays, December 5, 12 & 19
10:30 - 11 am


What is Kwanzaa? Who Can Celebrate It?
Saturday, December 711 - 4:30
Arts & crafts and instructions in reference to celebrating Kwanzaa


Sewing
Saturday, December 14
2 - 4 pm
Bring your projects and ideas; some sewing machines available


Scrapbook Creations
Saturday, December 14
1:30 - 5:30 pm
Bring your scrapbook supplies and enjoy the company of other scrapbookers as you create your memorable pages.

Co-op In The City-
Homeschoolers in Detroit
Monday, December 9
6 - 7:30pm
Homeschooling cooperative - community interest meeting


Ma'at - Kwanzaa CelebrationSaturday, December 28
10 - 5:30 pm
Study of Ancient African History, arts & crafts take away for families ceremonies and candle lighting.



Community Activities


41st Annual Noel Night

Dec 07, 2013
5:00 PM9:00 PM
Midtown
The 41st annual Noel Night will take place on Saturday, December 7th, 2013, from 5:00pm-10:00pm in Midtown Detroit. Over 70 Midtown venues, including the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Michigan Science Center, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Detroit Historical Museum, and the Detroit Public Library, amongst many others, will open their doors to the public FREE of CHARGE during this Cultural Center-wide holiday "open house." Activities will include holiday shopping, horse-drawn carriage rides, family craft activities and performances by over 200 area music, theatre, and dance groups. The evening's festivities will culminate with a community sing-along on Woodward Avenue led by the Salvation Army Band—a long-standing Noel Night tradition.
Free shuttle service is offered between participating venues. Convenient parking is available in area lots. Noel Night is produced by Midtown Detroit, Inc., a nonprofit community development organization that supports economic growth in Detroit's Midtown district.

View the full schedule of events HERE - check back for updates


Balance of Power: A Throne for an African Prince at the DIA

Event Date/Time

Dec 1, 2013 to Mar 16, 2014

This event occurs weekly on Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Description
The Balance of Power: A Throne for an African Prince exhibit at the DIA showcases royal African antiquity.
CostFree with museum admission
Location
Detroit Institute of Arts
5200 Woodward Ave.
Detroit, MI
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Additional Info
Phone313-833-7900
Websitehttp://DIA.org





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