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| Take Your Child to the Library Day |
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Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by doing just that. Taking children to the library is an exciting time that helps a child's love for reading grow. Children 5 years old or in kindergarten are eligible to receive a library card. If you already have a library card, ask a librarian to help you find something special to read. Book-related crafts are planned.
Saturday, Feb. 1, 2-4 p.m.
Willard Children's Room
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Saturday, Feb. 1, 2-4 p.m.
Helen Warner Branch
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| World Read Aloud Day |
Drop in at either library to grab a good book and read aloud to your child to celebrate World Read Aloud Day. Since 2010 on this day, people around the globe have paused to celebrate the joy of reading aloud and advocate for literacy as a fundamental human right that belongs to everyone.
While you're at the library, sign up for the 21 Day Read Aloud Challenge, Feb. 5-25.
Wednesday, Feb. 5, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Willard Children's Room
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Wednesday, Feb. 5, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Helen Warner Branch
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Young & Gifted: A Tribute to Black Heroes Past and Present
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Participants will learn about the achievements of African Americans in society. Past and present heroes in sports, inventions, and entertainment will be highlighted. Activity stations will correspond with each focus area. This program is geared for children in kindergarten through fifth grade and their families.
Saturday, Feb. 15, 11 a.m.
Willard Meeting Room
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| African American Celebration With Tylonn J. Sawyer |
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Detroit artist Tylonn J. Sawyer will discuss identity, culture, politics, and race as it is expressed in his artwork and on social media. His drawings and paintings have been featured in exhibits nationally and abroad. Most recently, Tylonn has painted large public murals and collaborative projects throughout Detroit including the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Museum of Contemporary Art Detroit and Whole Foods. Dinner will be provided.
The program is free, but tickets are required. A limited number of tickets are available from Willard Library and the Helen Warner Branch.
Sunday, Feb. 16, 3-5 p.m.
Maranatha Original Church of God Family Center, 400 Waubascon Road
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Hair Love Part Two: Crown: An Ode to a Fresh Cut
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The popular Hair Love Story Time returns. This time, in addition to celebrating young women's hair that is more textured, the program will spotlight young men’s hair with more texture by reading the award-winning story, Crown: An Ode to a Fresh Cut. Plans call for a licensed barber and cosmetologist to be at the program to answer questions. Participants will receive hair care items.
Saturday, Feb. 29, 1 p.m.
Willard Meeting Room
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