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Chandler
Park Branch Library
(313) 852-4346, 12800 Harper
February
2012
Tween & Teen Time-Let's Talk About African Americans That Inspire Us
Tuesday, February 7, 4:30-5:00 p.m.
In celebration of African American Heritage Month, all teens and tweens are invited to share with the group facts about an African American that motivates them.
Tweens, Teens
Chandler Park Adult Book Discussion Group-Detroit Reads!: Arc of Justice by Kevin Boyle
Saturday, February 11, Noon-2:00 p.m.
We invite you to join our monthly book discussion group for adults. Read best sellers, classics and contemporary works of fiction and non-fiction. Good conversation is served along with light refreshments.
Adults
Rudy Barker presents "A Tribute to Martin Luther King, Jr.”
Saturday, February 11, 2:00 p.m.
In celebration of African American History Month, witness an amazing reenactment of Martin Luther King Jr.’s historic "I Have A Dream" speech. This is one library program you don't want to miss!
Everyone
Valentine's Day Craft
Tuesday, February 14, 5:00 p.m.
Using a tea tin and artificial flowers, make a floral arrangement.
Ages 6-18
University of Michigan-Exhibit Museum of Natural History's 2012 Family Reading and Science Program - Vital Signs: How Health Works
Saturday, February 25, 3:00-4:00 p.m.
February 25- Workshop 2: Germs, parasites and allergies, Oh my!
March 17- Workshop 3: Build the $6 million you. All students attending these workshops (Jan., Feb., & March) are eligible to attend along with an adult, the March 24th field trip to the Exhibit Museum of Natural History in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Transportation and the price of admission provided. Field trip participants must bring a lunch and an adult over the age of 18.
Ages 6-18
Tween & Teen Gaming
Thursday, February 23, 4:30-5:45 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of a variety of electronic and board games
Tweens, Teens
Free Computer Classes @ Chandler Park
Thursdays, February 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Open Computer Class-E-Mail, Resumes, Keyboard Instruction, etc.
Ages 8-Adult
Detroit Public Library & McDonald's Books and Backpacks Literacy Program
During the months of 2012, the library is a great place to read, explore, check out books and win prizes. Ask you library staff for program details
Teacher's Choice
Weekdays by Appointment
Teach your 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.
Adults
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.