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Edison Branch Library
(313) 481-1720, 18400 Joy Road


February 2012

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.

Hearts and Sequins Workshop           
Saturday, February 4, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Make a sparkly heart-shaped door or wall decoration.
Children, Tweens, Teens

Wii Games
Saturday, February 11, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Come play the WII.
All

Science Workshop
Saturday, February 18, 2:00-3:00 p.m.
Families are invited to explore How YOU Work: Germs, Parasites and Allergies, Oh My!
All

Family Film
Saturday, February 25, 2:00-3:30 p.m.
Treasure Buddies will be shown with complimentary popcorn.
All

Tax Assistance
Tuesdays, February 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:30 am- 2:00 p.m.
AARP volunteers will be onsite to assist low-income seniors with tax preparation.           
Adults

Free Computer Classes @ Edison

Basic Computer Skills
Saturday, February 4, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Learn computer basics which include the components of a computer and the terminology, how to use the mouse & keyboard, and how to navigate in a Windows based operating system.
All

Basic Email (gmail)
Saturday, February 11, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Learn how to acquire and use a free email account.
All

Advanced Email (gmail)
Saturday, February 18, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Learn advanced email functions and applications, including attachments, messenger functions, calendar applications, creating folders, security tips, and managing documents.
All

Conducting A Free Genealogical Search           
Saturday, February 24, 10:30 a.m. – Noon
Learn to start an ancestry search online and build your family tree using the library's online resources.
All

 

 

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