Volume 7 Issue 1
January-February 2014
Library Matters
The official newsletter of the Dearborn Public Library dearbornlibrary.org THIS ISSUE’S QUOTE
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“Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each new year find you a better man.” – Benjamin Franklin
IN THIS ISSUE Classics Revisited
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Children’s Programs
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Teen Programming
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Tech Time Workshops
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Computer Workshops
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Financial Planning Seminars
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The Big Read Dearborn, themed Call of the Wild: EmBARKING on Discovery, will focus on Jack London’s American classic The Call of the Wild and will take place from March through May 2014. This three-month long program will provide opportunities for the community to discover The Call of the Wild and its themes through various activities and events. The adventure will begin with a kickoff event at The Henry Ford on Saturday, March 8, 2014 from 11 am-3 pm, which will be held in the Anderson Theater and the Prechter Promenade. There will be free copies of the book, live music, familyfriendly activities, and more. And that’s just the beginning! Throughout March, April, and May, there will be a series of events for children, teens, and adults including movies, book discussions, lectures, a photo contest, and much more. In addition, the book will be integrated into the curriculum at several local schools. There are plans to purchase 400 copies of the book in paperback for the kickoff and 10,000 copies in tabloid format for the entire program. Dual language Arabic/ English books will also be available. The program will wrap up in May with a celebration at the Dearborn Public Library featuring fun activities for the entire community. As part of our celebration of Jack London’s The Call of the Wild, we’re sending out a call for “animal tales.” If you email your
short story of 1-4 pages (along with a 1-2 sentence blurb about yourself) to: hfischer@ci.dearborn.mi.us by February 1, 2014, your work may be selected for publication in the short story collection Call of the Wild Dearborn: Animal Tales. You may include a photo or artwork with your narrative if you like. Entries can take the form of a short story, poem or essay about your pet, the environment, nature or wildlife, or even an essay about The Call of the Wild. Please attach a completed release form in your email. We will compile all selected stories and produce a book of “animal tales” for our library collection. Also, copies will be available for purchase via a link on our website. Proceeds will benefit the Dearborn Public Library. For links to forms and more information on animal tales or the Big Read program, check out thebigreaddearborn.org
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The free book discussion group “Classics Revisited” continues at the Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave. All sessions are open to the public and no registration is required. Sessions take place on the third Wednesday of each month through May, from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Ford Collection Room. Multiple copies of each work are available for checkout at all library branches. If interested, reserve your copy today! Further information on each book and its author is also available through the Literature Resource Center database via the Online Resources page on the library’s website, dearbornlibrary.org.
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memories of a favorite among older generations. Apr 16: Julius Shakespeare
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Great tragedy based on Plutarch's account of the lives of Brutus, Julius Caesar, and Mark Antony. Evil plotting, ringing oratory, high tragedy with Shakespeare's incomparable insight and dramatic power. Reprinted complete and unabridged from an authoritative English edition.
The schedule of readings is as follows: Jan 15: The Good Earth by Pearl Buck Through this story of one Chinese peasant and his children, Nobel Prizewinner Pearl S. Buck traces the whole cycle of life, its terrors, its passion, its persistent ambitions and its rewards. Her brilliant novel—beloved by millions of readers throughout the world—is a universal tale of the destiny of men. Feb 19: The Art of War by Sun Tzu Complexities of meaning and historical interpretations illustrate the timelessness of Sun Tzu's treatise on war. Mar 19: The Call of the Wild by Jack London - a tie in to The Big Read Dearborn (www.bigreaddearborn.org) Superb details, taken from Jack London's firsthand knowledge of Alaskan frontier life, make this classic tale of endurance as gripping today as it was over a century ago. One of literature's most popular and exciting adventure stories, The Call of the Wild will enrich the reading experience of youngsters, and rekindle fond
May 21: Mrs. Dalloway by Virginia Woolf Mrs. Dalloway details a day in the life of Clarissa Dalloway, a fictional high-society woman in post-World War I England. It is one of Woolf's best-known novels. It tells the story of Clarissa's preparations for a party of which she is to be hostess. With the interior perspective of the novel, the story travels forwards and back in time and in and out of the characters' minds to construct an image of Clarissa's life and of the inter-war social structure.
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Group study rooms are available for checkout and advance booking at the Henry Ford Centennial Library. Groups of 8-12 people can be accommodated depending on the room. One member of the group must be at least high school-age with appropriate picture identification to sign out a room. A picture ID from one group member is required for any group to check out a study room. Study rooms are checked out on a first-come, first-served basis, free of charge. Study rooms can be booked in advance for a specific time and date for a $6/hour fee. Interested patrons can call the Reference Desk at (313) 943-2330 to make a reservation. Advanced reservations must be made at least 24 hours before your scheduled booking, no same-day reservations are permitted. A large conference room with ki tchene t te and th e HF CL auditorium can be booked for advance dates as well; reservations for these rooms can be made through the Administration office at 943-2330. The fee schedule is different for these spaces. For further information on these meeting spaces, contact HFCL administration or the HFCL reference desk.
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All programming listed below will take place at the Henry Ford Centennial Library Participants arriving more than 5 minutes after the scheduled program time will not be admitted. Due to space 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. Residents and cardholders are given p r e f e r e nc e . I n d i v id u al s w i t h disabilities who require special accommodations, auxiliary aids, or services to attend or participate in these programs should contact their local library or TDD 313-943-2193. Reasonable advance notice is required. Registration must be made by phone or in person at any Dearborn Public Library location.
STORYTIMES / PRESCHOOL Mother Goose Storytime (Ages 623 months) 9:45 a.m. OR 10:45 a.m. Babies and toddlers are invited to their first literature experiences along with songs, fingerplays, and movement. One caregiver per child is recommended. Space is limited. Registration required. January 10, 17 Registration begins December 27. February 14, 28 Registration begins January 31.
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Tot Time (Ages 2-3 years), 10:30 a.m. Children with a caregiver are invited for stories, songs, and fun. Space is limited. Registration required.
Third Thursday Crafts (All ages), 11 a.m.—7 p.m. Drop-in craft. Younger children may need adult assistance. No registration. Crafts available while supplies last.
Thursdays, January 9, 16, 30; February 6, 13 Registration begins December 26.
Thursday, January 16 Make a colorful peace sign in honor of MLK Day.
Preschool Storytime (Ages 3-5 years), 2 p.m. Join us for fun stories, fingerplays, and a craft. Caregivers must remain in the library. Space is limited. Registration required. Thursdays, January 9, 16, 30; February 6, 13 Registration begins December 26.
CRAFTS Tween+ Craft (Grades 4+) First Saturday of the month, 2 p.m. Space is limited. Registration required. January 4: Snowglobes Oh, the weather outside is frightful…But our craft is so delightful. Create a miniature winter wonderland to last all year. Registration begins December 21. February 1: Shrinky Hearts Decorate shrink plastic heart charms and use them to make backpack pulls, bracelets or magnets for you or a special friend. Registration begins January 18.
Thursday, February 20 What’s the buzz all about? It’s really BEE-utiful.
EVENTS National Popcorn Day (Ages 3+) Saturday, January 18, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Pop in for some fun activities with our favorite snack food. Younger children may need assistance. No registration. Semester Break Game Day (All Ages) Thursday, January 23, 11 a.m.–4 p.m. Wind down at semester break. Play a board game with old or new friends or play with video games on the big screen TV. No registration, but video game time will be limited. Board Games – 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Video Games 2-4 p.m. Scrap Craft (All Ages) Friday, January 24, 2:30-3:30 p.m. No school? No problem. Exercise your creativity on our craft supplies. Crafts available while supplies last. No registration. Beach Party (All Ages) Tuesday, February 18, 2 p.m. Forget the winter blues with hula hooping, dancing, and the limbo! Registration begins Tuesday, February 4. continued on next page...
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Yarn Fest (All Ages) Wednesday, February 19, 1-4 p.m. You’ve got time, we’ve got yarn. Let’s see what we can make together. Crafts available while supplies last. No registration. Bingo (All Ages) Friday, February 21, 2-3 p.m. Play bingo with us during winter break. No registration necessary.
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Let’s Go to the Movies Lady & the Tramp (1955, G, 75 min.) Saturday, February 15 Join us for a craft in the Children’s area at 1:30 p.m. & a movie in the auditorium at 2 p.m. No registration. Space is limited. No Strollers please. …And they call it Bella Noche! Enjoy an all time favorite!
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TAG (Grades 6-12) Thursday, January 9, 6:30 p.m. Hang out, voice your opinion, help plan programs, and earn volunteer hours. No registration. TAG (Grades 6-12) Thursday, February 6, 6:30 p.m. Hang out, voice your opinion, help plan programs, and earn volunteer hours. No registration. Teen Craft (Grades 6-12) Saturday, January 25, 2:30 p.m. Learn how to make a lollipop bouquet to sweeten your life. Registration begins Saturday, January 11. Beatle Bash (Grades 6-12) Tuesday, February 11, 6:30 p.m. Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Beatlemania with games, crafts, and some of the best music ever recorded at our retro party. Registration begins January 28.
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In January 2013, the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) was formed at the Henry Ford Centennial Library. The group was formed to help teens in Grades 612 earn volunteer hours by assisting with projects that help the library and the community. For each meeting they attend, teens can receive 1-1.5 hours of volunteer service. Over the course of the year TAG has been instrumental in improving the library. TAG teens help to select materials for the YA collection by reading through book reviews and summaries. They help select which cardboard cutout will be in the Teen Zone area. They give input on what types of programs they’d like to see in the library and sometimes they even help run those programs. At the December 5 meeting, TAG took part in their first community service project. Together the 13 teens in attendance made over 40 holiday cards to give to the residents at Oakwood Common. Since then the cards were delivered and distributed— which led to a very positive thank you from the residents and staff. For teens in grades 6-12 who may be interested in becoming a part of the group, the next meetings will be held on January 9 and February 6 at 6:30 p.m. at HFCL.
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After a holiday break, the FOLD book sale returns to Henry Ford Centennial Library on Wednesday, February 5 from 9:30 AM to 6 PM. We’re fully stocked with a fresh inventory of books, DVDs and music so be sure to get here early! Mark your calendar for the following upcoming book sale dates: There will be no sale in January. Wednesday, February 5 Wednesday, March 5 B I G
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Get ahead of the pack! Order a Big Read t-shirt today! The Big Read Dearborn begins next spring, but you can sport your very own wolf t-shirt for $15. All proceeds will go to the Friends of the Library—Dearborn. Sizes range from small to XL. Sign up for updates on The Big Read Dearborn at bigreaddearborn.org! T E C H
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Tech Time workshops are back! In these free workshops, attendees may bring any device they need assistance with— tablet, ereader, camera, laptop, etc.—and our experienced staff will do our best to answer your questions. 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. All workshops take place in the HFCL 1st floor computer lab. Please call Adult Reference at 313-943-2330 to register. A half-hour time slot will be scheduled at registration. Overdrive eBook sessions will be classroom-style and start at the scheduled time. Sessions will take place on the following dates: Tech Time sessions for any device (scheduled half-hour sessions) Bring any device you might need assistance with— tablet, ereader, camera, laptop, etc. Wednesday, January 8th 6p-8p (registration begins December 30th) Wednesday, January 22nd 2p-4p (registration begins January 15th)
Tech Time Overdrive eBook sessions (classroom-style session, starts promptly at the scheduled time for all students) These sessions will focus exclusively on using Overdrive to check out and download eBooks to your device. Wednesday, January 7th 2p-4p (registration begins December 30) Wednesday, January 29 6p-8p (registration begins January 22)
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Basic computer workshops resume this winter at the Henry Ford Centennial Library with classes scheduled through March. All sessions listed below take place in the Computer Training Room at Henry Ford Centennial Library and are free of charge. Interested patrons can visit or call the Reference Desk at (313) 943-2330 to register during the appropriate registration dates listed below.
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Intro to Microsoft Word 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, March 22 Registration: Mar. 15-20
Intro to Microsoft Excel 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, March 29 Registration: Mar. 22-27
Basic Computer Workshops Basic Computers 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, January 18 Registration: Jan. 11-16
Internet Basics 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, January 25 Registration: Jan. 18-23
Intro to E-Mail 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, February 1 Registration: Jan. 25-Jan. 30
Intro to Microsoft Word 10 AM-12 PM
Saturday, February 8 Registration: Feb. 1-Feb. 6
Intro to Microsoft Excel 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, February 15 Registration: Feb. 8-13
Basic Computers 6 PM—8 PM
Tuesday, February 18 Registration: Feb. 11-16
Working with Digital Pictures Saturday, February 22 10 AM—12 PM Registration: Feb. 15– 20
Internet Basics 10 AM-12 PM Basic Computers 2 PM-4 PM Intro to E-Mail 10 AM—12 PM
Saturday, March 1 Registration: Feb. 22-27 Tuesday, March 11 Registration: Mar. 4-9 Saturday, March 15 Registration: Mar. 8-13
F I N A N C I A L P L A N N I N G S E M I N A R S A V A I L A B L E TL Financial Group, in association with the Dearborn Public Library, will be presenting two seminars on financial retirement planning. Retirement Planning Today will be offered Thursdays, January 23 & 30 from 6:30-9:30 PM or Tuesdays, January 28 and February 4 from 6:30-9:30 PM. The cost for either of the two-night sessions is $49 / person. Rejuvenate Your Retirement will be offered Thursdays, January 30 and February 6 from 9:30-11:30 AM or Tuesdays, February 4 and February 11 from 1:00-3:00 PM. The cost for either of the two-night sessions is $39 / person. Advance registration is required for these sessions. Interested patrons can sign up and submit payment at the Henry Ford Centennial Library reference desk. Checks can be made out to “Friends of the Library Dearborn.” Students may bring a spouse / guest to the seminar free of charge. Tuition includes one workbook. Please call (313) 943-2330 for more information.
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The winner of the Everyone’s Reading essay contest on family memories was Addie Ruesch, 11, of O.L. Smith Middle School. Below is a transcription of her winning essay. Congratulations, Addie! Family Football Fun! By Addie Ruesch, 11 years old I can tell you first hand that if you are looking for fun, come to my house. Once football season starts up my house is busy and bustlin’. Every week we have a giant party! Our favorite team that we root for is BYU (Brigham Young University)!
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is snacking. That is the definition of a football party at my house. I always wear my BYU earrings for good luck. One of the best parts about it is definitely staying up late. One time it got delayed and I stayed up until 1:00 in the morning playing Monopoly! It was a lot of fun. Sure I can throw a decent spiral, but one thing is for sure, watching football is much more fun than playing it!
Cheering on the teams. Kids are playing in the basement. I am playing games in my room. Everyone
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The Last Detail (1973) D: Hal Ashby Starring: Jack Nicholson, Otis Young, Randy Quaid. The Last Detail is a film that has long been a favorite of mine. It had been years since I had seen the film, and while recently flipping through the channels late one night I came across it and was reminded why I always held it in such high regard. The film tells the story of two Navy “lifers,” Buddusky (Jack Nicholson) and Mulhall (Otis Young) given the assignment of escorting a young kleptomaniac named Meadows (Randy Quaid) to the brig in Portsmouth to serve a harsh eight-year term. As Buddusky and Mulhall learn of the circumstances surrounding Meadows’ sentence (he tried to steal from the collection box of the admiral’s wife’s pet charity, hence the harsh sentence), they begin to feel sorry for him and set off on showing the kid a good time before delivering him to jail.
Thus begins a series of misadventures involving prostitutes, belligerent bartenders, a fight with Marines and always lots and lots of beer. What sounds like a fairly adolescent plot only serves as background to what really haunts these characters: their anger at, and helplessness before, an unjust establishment. This is accomplished in a way ‘70s American film did extremely well, through writing and performance that emphasized character. Buddusky is one of those vintage Nicholson characters: outwardly full of dangerous energy and instantly combustible anger, with a layer of humanity, sadness and regret buried underneath. Although the film does generate some suspense as to whether Buddusky and Mulhall will let Meadows go, the ending is fairly well pre-ordained and presented in a completely unsentimental manner (something else ‘70s films did well); there is no tearful good-bye, no redemption, no conventional “happy” ending. Only two lifers back to the routine in the establishment they both hate and depend on. It sticks with you long after the credits roll. — Jeff Lelek
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The Beatles: A Little Help From My Friends By Sarah Kalmoni I can’t think of any fonder memories than listening to The Beatles growing up. Anywhere hearing their songs on the radio or at home, almost everyone around the world can r e co g ni z e t h ei r classic hits instantly. According to Wikipedia, “their best-known lineup, consisting of John Lennon, Paul McCartney, George Harrison, and Ringo Starr, became considered by many as the greatest and most influential act of the rock era.” To first understand who the The Beatles were, let’s take a look at where it all started. Hailing from Liverpool, England, The Beatles got their start in 1960. John Lennon formed his first band at the age of 16. He met Paul McCartney, age 15, who joined the group as rhythm guitarist. Paul introduced John to childhood friend, George Harrison, to audition as lead guitarist. At age 14, George was the youngest of the group to join the band. Pete Best was their original drummer, but after consideration for the band’s future, their manager, Brian Epstein, decided to replace Best with Ringo Starr. When Starr auditioned as drummer, Lennon was impressed and that sealed the deal. They began playing parties and clubs throughout Liverpool and Hamburg over the next three years. Brian Epstein helped to transform them into a professional band. With the assistance of producer George Martin, The Beatles released their first single, “Love Me Do” in 1962. To fans, as their popularity grew and their songwriting talents developed, The Beatles period during the 1960s was known as “Beatlemania.” By 1964, The Beatles became international stars, and Beatlemania spread across the world, especially in the U.S. With the release of their two films, A Hard Day’s Night (1964) and Help! (1965) The Beatles cemented their success and continued writing great albums. A Hard Day’s Night is a classic black and white film showcasing The Beatles performing, acting and having fun, individually as well as together as a band.
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Paul’s fictitious grandfather was a hilarious character, and the songs speak for themselves. The title song “A Hard Day’s Night”, “If I Fell”, “Can’t Buy Me Love”, and “And I Love Her” are some wonderful songs, that while heard today, they can still sound refreshing and new. Help! is one of my favorite films to watch. Filmed in color, Help! captures beautiful scenery and is a funny story about The Beatles trying to get away from a made-up eastern cult who want to catch Ringo, because he in possession of a sacrificial ring. A lot of excellent songs are used in the film, such as the title song, “Help!”, “You’re Going To Lose That Girl”, “Ticket To Ride”, “I Need You”, “The Night Before”, and “Another Girl”. The Inspector from Scotland Yard and the two scientists are also funny characters to watch. This film has a James Bond edge, and there is a lot of witty British humor as well. Their next album after Help!, Rubber Soul, was released in 1965, which featured slower and acoustic songs s u c h a s “Norwegian Wood” and “In My Life.” “Drive My Car”, “You Won’t See Me” and “Michelle” are also some great songs from Rubber Soul. And The Beatles didn’t stop there. Their creativity kept growing. The album Revolver featured “Eleanor Rigby”, which utilized string instruments beautifully. “Taxman” is a cool song that anyone can relate to, especially if you have many bills to pay. “Tomorrow Never Knows” takes The Beatles in a psychedelic direction. Their next albums continued changing. Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band was a huge hit, including great songs such as “Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band,” “With A Little Help From My Friends”, “Lucky In The Sky With Diamonds”, “A Day In The Life” and so much more. Magical Mystery Tour had many deep and emotional songs like “Strawberry Fields Forever”, “Hello, Goodbye” and “All You Need Is Love”. The Beatles had the gift of using metaphorical lyrics. For example, “Strawberry Fields Forever” can have many meanings. As a kid, I thought they were talking about a field of
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strawberries. Just going there and walking around, not worrying about anything, just being happy. Who doesn’t love strawberries? As I got older, I began to realize The Beatles were looking into something quite deeper, like a state of mind. Lennon wrote the song about his childhood, experiencing fame, and his own personal struggles in life. And ironically, Strawberry Field, on which the song was based, is a real place in England. It’s a Salvation Army Home next to Lennon’s childhood home. One of Lennon’s fondest childhood memories was when Strawberry Field held their annual garden party, where a band played each summer. “Strawberry Fields Forever” also had the beautiful sound of the mellotron, which was one of instruments that The Moody Blues were quite famous for using. Followed by the releases of The White Album, Yellow Submarine, Abbey Road and Let It Be, (all excellent records in their own right), The Beatles decided to go
their separate ways in December 1970. Each former Beatle had successful solo careers, but that will entail another story. Any chance of a reunion was cut short with John Lennon’s untimely death on December 8, 1980. It was a really sad time and the world lost a talented and peaceful person. I’m sure if John was still alive, he would have kept on making music. Being an optimistic person, in my heart, I believe The Beatles would have gotten back together if John was still alive. When differences are put aside, in the end, it would be a celebration of the beautiful music they made together. George Harrison sadly passed away on November 29, 2001 from lung cancer. On a positive note, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr
are still releasing new albums today and haven’t shown signs of slowing down. The Beatles wrote about a lot of topics ranging from love, heartache, friendship, peace, and so much more. They broke a lot of barriers and although they were together for only ten years, they achieved and released so many masterpieces that some other bands would dream of achieving in a lifetime. The Beatles became the foundation in music that a lot of bands and musicians are inspired by. And to their fans, they will always be cherished and appreciated for giving us hope that the world will be a better place. The Beatles said it best, “Love is all you need.” So the next time you feel like taking a nostalgic trip down memory lane, enjoying a magical mystery tour, or sailing in a yellow submarine, listen to one of The Beatles’ albums today! Once you listen to one, you’ll want to hear the rest! *And for babies and kids, check out Babies Go Beatles, Bedtime With The Beatles Part One or Part Two, Lullaby Renditions of The Beatles and More Lullaby Renditions of The Beatles Children’s CDs at any of our locations today. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Beatles
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L I B R A R Y A D M I N I S T R A T I O N A N D I N F O R M A T I O N
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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
Mon-Thurs
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Bryant and Esper Branch Libraries Monday
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Nancy Zakar
Friday CLOSED
SECRETARY-TREASURER
Saturday 12:30-5:30
Jihan Ajami Jawad Ali H. Dagher Ryan Lazar
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The library will be closed on the following holidays: Monday, January 20—MLK Day
David L. Schlaff Sally Smith Antonia Straley
Monday, February 17—Presidents Day www.dearbornlibrary.org
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VISION STATEMENT “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 January-February 2014 Layout, writing and editing by Jeff Lelek with staff contributions as credited