The Detroit Public Library January News letter

 

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Your Monthly News & Updates
 
Detroit Public Library Unveils Newly Renovated Franklin Branch
 
Grand Re-Opening & Ribbon-Cutting Celebration
Thursday, January 10, 2019 @ 2:00 p.m.
 
The Detroit Public Library is excited to announce the grand re-opening for the newly renovated Benjamin Franklin Branch Library! Renovations to the 5,700 square foot facility include: new heating & cooling system, flooring and furniture, updated lighting, ADA modifications to the restroom, and new computers for public use. The Franklin Branch offers a wide range of services and programs to help improve the quality of life for neighborhood residents, such as free computer classes, access to the Library’s online resources, enrichment programs for children and much more. The Franklin Branch, named in honor of the country’s Founding Father, Benjamin Franklin, opened on January 24, 1950.
 
View the video from the opening below.
 
Art at the Library
 
 
“50 Years of Immortality: Art Exhibition Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.”
 
The Detroit Public Library is very pleased to welcome Argentinian contemporary painter Ana Candioti in her first Michigan exhibition. On display in the Galleria through February 2019 is her series of paintings honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Candioti depicts the rich African and Haitian culture in Miami through her portraits exploring the people, religion, clothing and customs.
 
 
Black Bottom Street View
 
Visit Strohm Hall on the 3rd Floor of the Main Library to view a new exhibit—Black Bottom Street View. Curator Emily Kutil has recreated the Black Bottom neighborhood using historic photographs from the Burton Historic Collection. It's like a 3D version of Google Street View! You can actually physically navigate the former blocks and streets and be witness to this once vital neighborhood of the city.
 
 
Click below to watch a news report on the exhibit with an interview with the library's own Mr. Miller!
 
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Programs
 
 
Children, Tweens & Teens
Martin Luther King, Jr. Movie & Craft
Saturday, January 12
2:00 - 3:30 pm
Chaney Branch
 
Martin Luther King, Jr. Craft
Wednesday, January 16
3:30 - 7:00 pm
Children's Library at Main
Celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
Saturday, January 19
2:00 - 3:30 pm
Conely Branch
 
For the Whole Family
Martin Luther King, Jr. Family Storytelling Hours
Saturday, January 19
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Knapp Branch
 
Martin Luther King, Jr. Story & Crafts
Sunday, January 20
2:00 - 3:00 pm
Wilder Branch
 
"I Have a Dream"
Watch the Iconic Speech on the Big Screen
Sunday, January 20
2:00 - 4:00 pm
Wilder Branch
 
Let's Hear it Again with Gwen Storytelling
Saturday, January 26
1:00 - 2:00 pm
Elmwood Park Branch
 
Image of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. by Ana Candioti, from her piece "I am a Man" (tempera and charcoal on amate paper). On view in her current exhibit in the Galleria--“50 Years of Immortality: Art Exhibition Honoring Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.”
 
Kids Can Code Club
Scratch, Python, Java & HTML
 
Code Club introduces children to digital skills and coding in an instructional and fun environment. Each week a different coding language will be used to gradually expose coding concepts and games.
 
 
Campbell Branch
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
 
Hubbard Branch
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 26, February 2
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
 
Chase Branch
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26
2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
 
Children's Library at Main Library
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Wilder Branch
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26
3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Sherwood Forest Branch
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26
3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
 
Bowen Branch
Saturdays, January 5, 12, 19, 26
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 
Knapp Branch
Saturdays, January 26, February 2, 9, 23
1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
 
ProjectArt
 
 
Budding young artists learn basic skills in these fun-filled, free visual art classes. Students create a new project each week. Pre-registration is required at the library or online at: projectart.org/enroll.
 
Check out the great video about ProjectArt!
 
 
H.Y.P.E. at Main Library
Photography with Bree
Panoramics, framing and close-ups. Learn these and other techniques.
Wednesdays, January 16, 23 & 30,
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
 
Campbell Branch
Mondays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Ages 4 to 7
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Ages 8 to 14
Saturdays, 4:00 - 5:00 - p.m. - Ages 8 to 14
 
Children's Library at Main Library
Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Teens
Saturdays, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Ages 4 to 7
Sundays, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Ages 8 to 14
 
 
 
Edison Branch
Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 - Ages 4 to 7
Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 - Ages 8 to 14
Saturdays, 2:00-3:00 - Ages 4 to 7
 
Knapp Branch
Wednesdays 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Teens
Saturdays, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Children
Saturdays, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. - Teens
 
Parkman Branch
Mondays, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. - Teens
Wednesdays, 5:00 - 6:00 - Children, Tweens
Saturdays, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. - Children, Tweens
 
Sherwood Forest Branch
Children, Tweens & Teens
Wednesdays, 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Saturdays, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Saturdays, 2:00 - 3:00 p.m.
 
Free Tax Preparation Assistance
 
Main Library, 2nd floor, Business, Science & Technology (by Appointment Only!)
The Accounting Aid Society will prepare income tax forms for individuals and families who earn $55,000 or less in income for the tax year. Services are available at the Main Library by appointment only.  Call the Accounting Aid Society at 313-556-1920 to schedule an appointment.  
 
Other Sites in the Community
Several other organizations also provide free tax preparation assistance to individuals and families who meet income guidelines. Contact these organizations for eligibility information and service locations:
 
 
H.Y.P.E. Teen Center
 
791.4 HYPE Radio is the in-library recording studio and radio station at the Main Library. Here, teens are able to write, create, produce and record their own podcasts. It provides the teens the tools and an opportunity to express their interests. Be sure to check out the live broadcasts of 791.1 HYPE!
 
 
 
TinkerCAD for Teens
Learn the basics of CAD using web-based TinkerCAD and design your first project to be 3D printed.
Tuesday, January 8, 22, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
 
Comic Art Academy
Learn to draw and create comics and characters in these instructive lessons.
Saturdays, January 12 & 26, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Activities and Events Planning Meet-up (Podcast)
Discuss and plan new programs for HYPE live on 791.4 HYPE Radio. Bring your ideas and best public speaking voice!          
Wednesday, January 23, 5:30 - 6:00 p.m.
 
New Programs for the New Year
 
 
Youth
 
Free Beginner Golf Classes
Equipment and instruction materials are provided. Register at reference desk.
Saturdays, January 12, 19, 26; February, 16, 23; March 2, 9, 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Parkman Branch
 
Free Beginner Violin Classes
Tuesdays, January 8,15, 22, 29; February 5, 12, 26; March 5, 12, 26, 4:15 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Equipment and instruction materials are provided. Register at reference desk. Ages 6 +
Parkman Branch
 
Drop In Craft
Thursday, January 10, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Campbell Branch
 
Drawing Class
Thursdays, January 10, 24, 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.
Bowen Branch
 
UM-Museum of Natural History Family Reading and Science
Take a three-month journey to some of the most extreme places on and off the planet.
Wilder Branch
Mondays, January 14, February 11, March
11, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 
Children’s Library at Main Library
Saturdays, January 26, February 23, March
16, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 
Pre-Winne the Pooh Birthday Craft
Wednesday, January 16, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Little Genius Series
Learn about the Internet and Web Pages
Friday, January 18, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Douglass Branch
 
Slime Saturday
Saturday, January 19, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Duffield Branch
 
Bubble Wrap Art Canvas
Wednesday, January 23, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Pre-Super Bowl Cup Craft
Wednesday, January 30, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Adult
 
Yoga with Ms. Cora
Thursdays, January 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Chaney Branch
 
Healthy Foods
Mondays, January 7, 14, 28; February 4, 11, 25, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Parkman Branch
 
Crochet with Nozibele
Tuesday, January 8, 15, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Elmwood Park Branch
 
Nifty Knitters - Library for the Blind and Physically Handicapped
Wednesdays, January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, Noon - 2:00 p.m.
Douglass Branch
 
Learning Circle: Learn about Starting a Plant Based Diet
Thursdays, January 10, 17, 24, 31; February 7, 14, 21, & 28, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Edison Branch
 
Detroit Homeownership Boot Camp
Saturday, January 12, 19, 26, February 9, 10:00 a.m. - Noon
Sherwood Forest Branch
 
Cooking Matters
Wednesdays, January 16, 23, 30; February 6, 13, 20, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Chase Branch
 
Indian History of Southeastern Michigan
Sunday, January 20, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Main Library
 
aRT in the "D"
Mondays, January 28 - April 22, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Wilder Branch
 
For All Ages
 
Learn to Make Orange Jelly
Wednesday, January 9, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Knitting & Crocheting Class
Saturday, January 12 & 26, February 9 & 23, March 9 & 23, April 6 & 27, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Cake Decorating Class
Registration Required
Sundays, January 13, 20, 27, February 3, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Second Sunday Sessions
Live Musical Performances for the Whole Family
Sundays, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Wilder Branch
January 13 - Harmonica Shau Blues Band
 
Information Literacy Class
Learn the Dewey Decimal System, how to avoid plagiarism, and conduct academic searches.
Saturdays, January 19, February 16, March 16, April 20, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Redford Branch
 
Scrabble Tournament
Sunday, January 27, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Wilder Branch
 
 
Digital Resources
 
 
OverDrive
 
The Detroit Public Library is proud to offer you bestselling and classic eBooks and digital audio-books available 24/7 from the library's digital collection. This service, powered by OverDrive, is free with your library card.
 
 
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