Tech Time @ HFCL

Technology Assistance -- HFCL 1st Floor Computer Lab KINDLE - Feb 7, 6pm-8pm NOOK, SONY, KOBO - Feb 16, 6pm-8pm ANY DEVICE - Feb 23, 2pm-4pm No Registration Necessary Need help with your new laptop? Want to download to your new e-reader but can't figure out how? Register for a Tech Time workshop, and our experienced staff will help you figure out the answers! Note that some workshops are for a specific device. Bring your charged device along with cables. This workshop is for assisting with how-to questions, it is not for computer or device repair. See More Info flyer for additional dates.

Everyone's Reading

Meet the Author: Sandra Brown Thursday, March 22 at 2 PM Rochester Church of Christ 250 West Avon Road Rochester Hills, Michigan Thursday, March 22 at 7 PM Adat Shalom Synagogue 29901 Middlebelt Road Farmington Hills, Michigan You are invited to hear Sandra Brown speak about Lethal and her experiences writing. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing, courtesy of the Book Beat bookstore. Due to popular demand, a ticket will be required for Sandra Brown’s appearances. Tickets are free but limited. Tickets will be available beginning on March 14 at the "Mysteries, Thrillers and Romance: What Do They Have in Common?" program at 7PM in The Henry Ford Centennial Library Auditorium. Any remaining tickets will then be available at the Henry Ford Centennial Library Reference Desk beginning March 15, until supplies last. Be the first to get your tickets! Complete details at the Dearborn Public Library Adult Services Desk or www.everyonesreading.info.

Mysteries, Thrillers & Romance: What Do They Have In Common? -- HFCL Auditorium Wednesday, March 14, 2012, 7:00 pm Sandra Brown is one of several best-selling mystery and thriller writers who began her literary career writing romance novels, the genre written almost exclusively by and for women. Join Willetta Heising, award-winning author, for a talk about the conventions of romantic and mystery fiction, including their many similarities. If you’ve ever thought that “Happily Ever After” and “Mystery Solved” had something in common, this discussion is for you. Tickets for the “Meet the Author: Sandra Brown” appearances will be distributed at this program. Be the first to get your tickets! Tickets are free but limited and will be available at the Henry Ford Centennial Library Adult Reference Desk, beginning March 15, 2012, until supplies last. Complete details at the Dearborn Public Library Adult Services Desk and www.everyonesreading.info.

Everyone's Reading 2012 February 1 – March 22, 2012 Everyone’s Reading is a community wide reading program sponsored by Metro Detroit public libraries in Oakland and Wayne counties. Everyone’s Reading promotes community dialogue through the shared experience of reading and discussing the same book. Additional programming, related to issues and topics in the selected book, is offered to enhance the reading experience. This year’s Everyone’s Reading selection is Lethal by Sandra Brown. Please join us by checking out a copy of the book and participating in our upcoming programs. You may also enter our drawing for tickets to the author appearance to hear Sandra Brown speak about her life and award winning work. Join in the 11th Annual Metro Detroit Book Discussion featuring Book Talks and Author Appearances. Complete details at the Dearborn Public Library Adult Services Desk or www.everyonesreading.info.

Upcoming Events

LETS GO TO THE MOVIES -- HFCL Children's, HFCL Auditorium Saturday, February 18th, 1:30 pm (movie @ 2pm) All Ages. No Registration Necessary Beauty and the Beast (1991, G, 84 min.). Join us for a craft in the Children’s area and a movie in the auditorium. No Registration, but space is limited. No Strollers.

FEBRUARY THIRD THURSDAY CRAFT -- HFCL Children's Thursday, February 16th, 11am-7pm All Ages. Drop-in-Craft. No Registration Necessary It's a February thaw! Put the pieces of our melty snow friend together before he's completely gone. Younger children may need adult assistance. Crafts are available while supplies last.

FAMILY SCIENCE & READING PT. 2: GERMS, PARASITES, & ALLERGIES, OH MY! -- HFCL Children's Saturday, February 18th, 11am Grades 1-6 + Parents Registration begins: Saturday, February 4th. Kids and parents can join staff from the Exhibit Museum of Natural History @ U of M in learning about the human body. We will look at some of the things that make us sick, and find out what our bodies do to protect themselves. Parents must stay with their children. Space is limited. Registration required.

TEEN RAMEN & ANIME ANTI-VALENTINES DAY -- HFCL Children's Saturday, February 11th, 2:15pm Grades 6 and Up Registration begins: Saturday, January 28th Forget chocolate hearts & romance movies, watch high powered action anime & eat ramen noodles with us instead. No dates please, but bring a friend if you want. Registration required. Call 313-943-2345 or email sjelic@ci.dearborn.mi.us to register.

MOTHER GOOSE STORYTIME -- HFCL Children's Fridays, February 10, 17 & 24, 10:30am OR 1:00pm Ages 6-24 months. Registration begins: Friday, January 27th Babies and toddlers are invided to their first literature experiences along with songs, fingerplays, and movement. One caregiver per child is recommended. Space is limited. Please advise which session you wish to attend. Registration required.

Friends of the Library-Dearborn (FOLD) Present On the Ways in Wyandotte with Keith Steffke Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012, 7:00pm - Free Keith M. Steffke is a nationally recognized regional historian, maritime lecturer, archivist and writer. He is known for researching, documenting and constructing distinctive models of early, obscure vessels form the once thriving shipbuilding industry of southeastern Michigan. He will present a history of the pioneer iron shipyard of Wyandotte, Michigan.

TWEEN+ CRAFT: HEARTS GALORE -- HFCL Children's Saturday, February 4th, 2pm Grades 4 and Up Registration begins: Saturday, January 21st Show your love by joining us to make a beaded bracelet and necklace. Participants will also have the opportunity to decorate a gift box and valentine. Registration required.

PRESCHOOL STORYTIME -- HFCL Children's Thursdays, Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 9, 16 & 23, 2pm Ages 3-5 years. Registration begins: Thursday, December 29th Join us for fun stories, fingerplays, and a craft. Caregivers must remain in the library. Space is limited. Registration required.

TOT TIME -- HFCL Children's Thursdays, Jan. 12, 19, 26, Feb. 9, 16 & 23, 10:30am OR 11:30am Ages 2-3 years. Registration begins: Thursday, December 29th Children with a caregiver are invited for stories, songs and fun. Please choose only one session. Space is limited. Registration required.

Computer Workshops

Computer Basics Tuesday, Feb. 7 (Registration begins Jan. 31), 10am-12pm Tuesday, March 13 (Registration begins March 6), 10am-12pm Tuesday, April 3 (Registration begins March 27), 10am-12pm Workshops are free of charge. Registration is required, so please visit or call the Henry Ford Centennial Library Adult Reference Desk at 313-943-2330 to register. Please specify workshop name and date. See "More Info" below for a complete schedule. These classes are made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Library-Dearborn.

Internet Basics Tuesday, Feb. 14 (Registration begins Feb. 7), 10am-12pm Tuesday, March 20 (Registration begins March 13), 10am-12pm Tuesday, April 10 (Registration begins April 3), 10am-12pm Workshops are free of charge. Registration is required, so please visit or call the Henry Ford Centennial Library Adult Reference Desk at 313-943-2330 to register. Please specify workshop name and date. See "More Info" below for a complete schedule. These classes are made possible through the generosity of the Friends of the Library-Dearborn.

Take Advantage of the Dearborn Library!

We are purchasing additional copies of ebooks and e-audio books specifically for our cardholders' use. Here's how to find the titles: Go to the Digital Catalog and Download Center and LOGIN first, even before you begin searching for titles. Logging in with your Dearborn library card number and PIN sets up the digital catalog to display the titles that have been purchased as additional copies. Look for items with the a and gold check mark . Place your hold. You will receive email notification when your hold is available for download. As an example, Dearborn has purchased an additional copy of all formats of The Help specifically for our patrons. So don't let the long wait list scare you off. The Advantage titles allow us to give our patrons a "boost" up the long lists. We have purchased many titles and more are being added daily. Take a Look and Take Advantage!

New Fax Service now available!

We now offer fax service at Henry Ford Centennial Library! Domestic faxes are $1.50 for the first page, $1.00 for each additional page. International faxes are $4.95 for the first page, $3.45 for each additional page. The machine only sends outgoing faxes and only accepts payment via credit card. The fax machine is located on the second floor of the Henry Ford Centennial Library in our Copy Center area.

New e-books for Children!

We've recently added access to a new collection of online animated, talking picture books, puzzles and games for children. Check out the Tumblebook Library today!

Learn it for FREE!

Where Will You Mango? Dearborn Public Library added Mango Languages to its growing list of patron resources awhile back. Come join us Saturday February 4, 2012 from 2-4pm for Mango Day! Demonstrations, fun, and giveaways. No registration - just drop by the table set up at Henry Ford Centennial Library in the Rotunda.

Find it for FREE!

Need to know about Glass Frogs? Have a report on Shrew Opossums? Use Grzimek's Student Animal Life Resource. Better than just googling, this authoritative, illustrated eBook covers scientific names, habitat, food, the life cycle and more.

U-M Dearborn Seeking Book Donations

Book Drive The Student Michigan Education Association at U-M Dearborn is collecting donations of NEW or gently used Children’s books. Click the More Info button below for further information!

Tax Forms

The Henry Ford Centennial Library has received the Federal, State & City of Detroit tax forms and instructions. No reproducible forms for the Federal or City of Detroit have been received. State of Michigan reproducible forms are available. Due to April 15th being on a Sunday, the deadline for filing taxes is April 17, 2012. Below are links to various Tax websites. Not all cities and states have 2011 forms available as of yet; however, many Federal and the State of Michigan forms are currently available online: Federal Forms and Publications State of Michigan City of Detroit Other Michigan Cities Other States

Library Processing Fee Effective January 1, 2012, a $3.00 processing fee will be added for each lost and/or damaged item on all cardholder accounts. This fee will cover the costs associated with removing the lost or damaged item from the collection, and if necessary, adding a new copy to the collection. We appreciate your help in keeping the library's collection in excellent condition for everyone to use and enjoy.

The Dearborn Public Library presents... Classics Revisited Join us for discussion of a literary classic! Click HERE for a list of current titles and meeting times. To subscribe to the Classics Revisited mailing list, send an email to library@ci.dearborn.mi.us Classics Revisited Archive

Library Matters

Newsletter Check out the latest library news along with staff reviews, recommendations and essays about some of their favorite books, music and movies in the Library Matters newsletter. You can read the latest issue online, or subscribe to it via e-mail through our Book Letters service. Links to both are available on the homepage under Online Services.

Library Commission

Regular Meeting The next meeting of the Library Commission will be Friday, February 10, 2012 at 4pm.

Dearborn Libraries...Check 'Em Out!

Watch the latest episode of CDTV's Dearborn Libraries...Check 'Em Out!

F R I E N D S OF   THE   LIBRARY D E A R B O R N More Information on FOLD FOLD Newsletter, Program & Flyer Book Sale Fold Book Sale -- HFCL South West Corridor Wednesday, March 7, 9:30am - 6pm

The Dearborn Public Library Foundation was established in 2005, to help promote and preserve the long-term financial health of the Dearborn Public Library through capital and endowment contributions.  Monetary donations to the Foundation provide the additional funds necessary to enhance the Library’s programs and services.