February 1 – 16
February Teen Trivia Contest
This month’s theme: Mardi Gras
Stop by the Teen Room for complete details and entry forms
February 1 – 28
Dexter Community Schools Student Art Show
All Month in the Lower Level Meeting Room
Saturday, February 4
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of the Dexter District Library Used Book Sale
If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Dexter District Library,
please contact Sue Smith at sueandbernie@aol.com
Thursday, February 9
9:30 a.m.
Computer Basics 1
Working hands-on at a computer, beginners will learn basic mouse and keyboarding skills. They’ll also learn about the parts of a computer workstation and types of computer equipment including computer hardware and software. Registration required.
1:00 p.m.
Helen O’Toole’s Iris Folding Valentines
Local Iris Folding & origami crafter, Helen O’Toole, will help you create a beautiful and intricately folded Valentine using the craft of Iris Folding. Join Helen for a fun afternoon of Iris crafting. Space is limited to 15 adult patrons. Please contact the Adult Service desk to register early as this is a popular program!
6:30 p.m.
The Friday Night Movie for Adults – “You Again”, starring: Kristen Bell, Odette Annable, Jamie Lee Curtis and Sigourney Weaver, Rated PG, 105 minutes.
When a young woman realizes her brother is about to marry the girl who bullied her in high school, she sets out to expose the fiancée's true colors.
Saturday, February 11
1:00 p.m.
UnValentine’s Day Party for Grades 4 through 12
Celebrate by making black duct tape roses and decorating broken heart-shaped cookies.
Registration
3:00 p.m.
History of the Sanders Confectioner Company
Join us for a sweet Valentine’s treat as Greg Tasker, author of, Sanders Confectionery, Presents on the History of the Sanders Confectioner Company. For over 130 years, Sanders served as the Detroit areas premier ice-cream and candy shop and operated a popular lunch counter that served multiple generations and created lasting memories as one of Detroit’s icon businesses.
Please join us for a slice of Sanders famous bumpy cake and some treasured memories. Registration is required for this program. Please call and ask for the Adult Service Desk at 734-426-4477.
Sunday, February 12
2:00 p.m.
The 5th Michigan Regiment Band
In Honor of Lincoln’s Birthday, the Dexter District Library is proud to host the 5th Michigan Regiment Band! Dressed in period clothing, the band will play songs popular during the Civil War era, while Carol Smith (President of the 5th Michigan Regiment Band) will provide the audience with detailed information about the band's instruments, the color guard's flags, and this fascinating period of American History.
The band's website is: http://www.mi5th.org/ and they are part of the Michigan Arts and Humanities Touring Program. Families are welcome and light refreshments will be served.
Monday, February 13
7:00, the Somewhere in Time Book Club
This is a book club for Adults, focusing on History and Historical Fiction
Registration Required
Wednesday, February 15
4:30 p.m.
Super Stories book themed discussion group for Grades K-2
Friends like Bink and Gollie by Kate DiCamillo
Registration
Thursday, February 16
9:30 a.m.
Computer Basics 2
Working hands-on at a computer, students will be introduced to two popular programs: Internet browser software for searching the Internet and using Internet e-mail and word processing software.
Registration required.
2:00 p.m.
Better off Read book club
This is a general fiction book club for adults.
Registration is required
Friday, February 17 (schools closed)
11:00 a.m.
“Australian Outback Adventure”
Go on an expedition to the Land Down Under with Nelson “The Animal Guy”.
Meet strange and interesting creatures as you travel across the Australian continent.
Live animals from Australia for Ages 4 and Up
1:00 p.m.
Teen Mardi Gras Party for Grades 4 through 12
Decorate masks, listen to music and eat snacks in celebration of the holiday.
Prizes will be given out for best mask design.
Registration
Muffins-N-Movies – “Public Enemies” starring:Johnny Depp, Christian Bale, James Russo Rated: R , 140 minutes
The Feds try to take down notorious American gangsters John Dillinger, Baby Face Nelson and Pretty Boy Floyd during a booming crime wave in the 1930s.
Saturday, February 18
10:00 a.m.
Kinderconcert
Music and Movement with the Ann Arbor Symphony Orchestra and Gari Stein
Ages 6 and under
Monday, February 20 (schools closed)
1:00 p.m.
Family Movie & Popcorn
Open Season 3
Rated PG, 75 minutes
Wednesday, February 22
4:30 p.m.
Book Snackers book discussion group for Grades 3-5
Marty McGuire by Kate Messner
Registration
Thursday, February 23
9:30 a.m.
Microsoft Word 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic documents using Word 2007. Learn how to use the ribbon. Learn how to download and use document templates. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit text. Registration required.
6:30 p.m.
Sugar Blues Workshop
Do you crave sweets and it’s getting the best of you? Are you the type of person who has cravings for sweets? Do you have low energy in the middle of the day? If so, then this workshop will be a turning point in your life.
On Wednesday, February 23rd, certified Holistic Health and Nutrition Health Coach, Victoria Schon, will be teaching a class entitled, “Sugar Blues".
This workshop is designed to permanently change your relationship with sugar. You will leave this class understanding the causes of your sugar cravings and you’ll receive practical tools for dealing with them.
It’s not about depravation, it’s about freedom – the freedom to eat foods you love and have sweetness in your life without the side effects or the guilt. You don’t want to miss out.
For more information about Victoria Schon, visit her website at www.vibrantlivingwithvictoria.com
Saturday, February 25
11:00 p.m.
Drop-In Beach Party Story Time
Dress like it’s a hot summer day, imagine you’re spending a day on the beach
and learn the Limbo! Snacks to cool you off and a craft following the program.
All Ages
Sunday, February 26
2:00 p.m.
Lecture & Exhibit: Portraits of Rome
Lecture and Exhibit: Portraits of Rome. Join Betsy Finn, Dexter resident and award winning professional photographer, and travel to Rome - the eternal city - through a photographic exhibit and lecture. Betsy will share images, historical background, and anecdotes from her visit to various parts of Italy, including Rome, Pompeii, and Tivoli.
March 1 – 17
2nd Annual Literary Fan Art Contest for Grades K through 12.
Submit original art work then vote for your favorite March 19 - 30.
Complete details and entry forms available at the Youth Reference Desk on February 1.
March 1 – 21
March Teen Trivia Contest
This month’s theme: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Stop by the Teen Room for complete details and entry forms
Thursday, March 1
9:30 a.m.
Microsoft Excel 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic workbook files using Excel 2007. Discover how to organize data more efficiently using spreadsheets. Discover how to setup a workbook to meet your informational needs. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit data. Registration required.
7:00 p.m.
Paddling Michigan’s Hidden Beauties
Doc Fletcher will return to the Dexter District Library on March 1st with a slideshow on canoeing the beautiful rivers of Michigan. Doc is author of several books on canoeing and has been featured on Michigan Outdoors. This program will primarily focus on the rivers featured in his new book, “Paddling Michigan’s Hidden Beauty” (published Jan 2012).The book details 20 exhilarating canoeing and kayaking trips across both the Upper and Lower Peninsulas.
Both experienced and novice paddlers will see little known rivers and get first hand advice on how to plan and enjoy canoeing on these beautiful rivers.
At the end of each program, a free drawing will be held and one person will win a gift certificate good for a canoe or kayak day trip. The use of the boats and drop-offs/pick-ups are donated by liveries (rentals) across towns in the U.P. & L.P. The trip winner will be drawn at random from the other half of tickets handed out to attendees as they arrive pre-program.
Canoe/kayak livery brochures & state maps will be made available to assist program attendees in planning river trips.
For those interested, Doc will sign and sell copies of his 4 published books on canoeing and
kayaking in Michigan and Wisconsin.
You can learn more about Doc and his books at www.canoeingmichiganrivers.com. He can be contacted directly at weekendcanoeingmi@gmail.com.
Saturday, March 3
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of the Dexter District Library Used Book Sale
If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Dexter District Library,
please contact Sue Smith at sueandbernie@aol.com
2:00 – 3:30 p.m.
Scrappin’ for Teens in Grades 4 through 12
Celebrate National Scrapbooking Day. Bring your photos and scrapbook and we’ll
supply the rest.
Snacks – Registration Required
Thursday, March 8
9:30 a.m.
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic PowerPoint presentations. Discover ways to incorporate graphics, styles, and animations to your slideshows. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit slides. Registration required.
Friday, March 9
6:30 p.m.
The Friday Night Movie for Adults – “Hanna”, starring, Saoirse Ronan, Eric Bana, Cate Blanchett and Tom Hollander Rated PG-13, 100 minutes.
A 16-year-old who was raised by her father to be the perfect assassin is dispatched on a mission across Europe, tracked by a ruthless intelligence agent and her operatives.
Saturday, March 10
1:00 p.m.
Music of Ireland by the Ann Arbor Celtic Harpers and the Cleary’s Pub Session Band. Get ready for St. Patrick’s Day with an afternoon of the Music of Ireland. The first part of this afternoon of music will be performed by the Ann Arbor Celtic Harpers on a variety of beautiful Celtic harps. Then after a brief intermission, we invite you to experience a traditional Irish music session, like you might see and hear at many pubs in Ireland. A true session consists of anyone who shows up with an instrument and wants to join in the well-known tunes. We’ll give you a real session experience as members of the Cleary’s Pub Session Band play for you the jigs, reels, hornpipes and airs in the traditional way. We hope you will join us for this afternoon of fun times and good music! Light refreshments will be served. (Sorry, no green beer!)
Monday, March 12
Registration begins for Spring Story Times.
Toddler Story Times for Ages 18 month to 3 years:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday at 10:30 a.m.
Preschool Story Times for Ages 3 years to 5 years:
Monday or Thursday at 11:30 a.m. or Tuesday at 1:00 p.m.
Combined Story Times for Ages 18 months to 5 years:
Wednesday at 11:30 a.m.
Spring Story Times will begin the week of March 26 and run for 8 weeks until April 14
1:00 p.m. (schools early release)
Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party
Ages 9 and Up
Registration
7:00 p.m.
the Somewhere in Time Book Club
This is a book club for Adults, focusing on History and Historical Fiction
Registration Required
Tuesday, March 13 (schools early release)
1:00 p.m.
Chocolate Tasting for Teens for Grades 4 through 12
Celebrate American Chocolate Week
Registration
Wednesday, March 14
4:30 p.m.
Super Stories book themed discussion group for Grades K through 2nd
Dr. Seuss Stories
Registration
6:00 p.m.
Computer Basics 1
Working hands-on at a computer, beginners will learn basic mouse and keyboarding skills. They’ll also learn about the parts of a computer workstation and types of computer equipment including computer hardware and software. Registration Required.
Thursday, March 15
9:30 a.m.
Social Networking w/ Facebook & Twitter
In this class, you’ll learn about new Internet trends including social networking sites (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), social bookmarking, and more. Registration required.
2:00 p.m.
Better off Read book club
This is a general fiction book club for adults.
Registration is required
7:00 p.m
The Culture & Cuisine of Mexico
Stephanie Schneiderman, of Tia Stephanie Tours, will take you on a slideshow tour of Mexico’s unique culture and cuisine. Tia Stephanie Tours, designs Cultural Journeys to Mexico that take you beyond the beach resorts. They combine education with off the path itineraries, designed to build greater understanding of and appreciation for the richness and complexity of Mexico and the Mexican people, our neighbors to the South. Please join us for this beautiful presentation of a side of Mexico that you may not have experienced. Registration is required. Light refreshments will be served.
Friday, March 16th
2:00 p.m.
Muffins-N-Movies – “Michael Collins” Starring Liam Neeson, Aidan Quinn, and Julia Roberts
Michael Collins is the biography of the charismatic and controversial Irish rebel leader who led the fight for independence from Britain. Starting fiery IRA spokesman he becomes a more mature negotiator striving to reach a compromise that politically ruins him in the process. Irish born, Liam Neeson gives one of his best performances.
Saturday, March 17
1:00 p.m.
Teens Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day
Grades 4 through 12
Registration
Wednesday, March 21
4:30 p.m.
Book Snackers book discussion group for Grades 3rd through 5th.
Favorite Folktales from Around the World
Registration required.
6:00 p.m.
Computer Basics 2
Working hands-on at a computer, students will be introduced to two popular programs: Internet browser software for searching the Internet and using Internet e-mail and word processing software.
Registration required.
6:30 p.m.
Honor Flight of Michigan Documentary & Discussion
The purpose of Honor Flight Michigan was to fly Michigan's deserving WWII Veterans to Washington, DC to visit the memorial dedicated to honor their service and their sacrifices for our country. Through the efforts of Honor Slight Michigan’s Board of Directors and countless other caring citizens, nearly 1,400 of Michigan's deserving World War II veterans experienced their Honor Flight.
Please join the Dexter Library in a special viewing of the Honor Flight Michigan documentary, “Legacy” followed by a question and answer period with the film’s director, Gabe Downey.
Friday, March 23
4:00 p.m.
Hunger Games Party (movie release day) for Grades 5 through 12
Play games for a chance to win movie theater tickets and other fun prizes.
Registration
Monday, March 26
Spring Story Times for Toddlers and Preschoolers begin
and will run for 8 weeks until April 14
Registration Required
Wednesday, March 28
6:00 p.m.
Microsoft Word 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic documents using Word 2007. Learn how to use the ribbon. Learn how to download and use document templates. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit text. Registration required.
Thursday, March 29 (Resched. from 11-9-11)
9:30 a.m.
Computer Basics 1
Working hands-on at a computer, beginners will learn basic mouse and keyboarding skills. They’ll also learn about the parts of a computer workstation and types of computer equipment including computer hardware and software. Registration required.
7:00 p.m.
“Challenges in Reporting on Victims of Violence & Catastrophe”
Bonnie Bucqueroux coordinates the Victims and the Media Program for MSU's School of Journalism. The program is designed to educate journalists of today and tomorrow about how to interview victims without re-victimizing them. Come hear about the Issues and challenges that face journalist when covering violent and catastrophic events.
Friday, March 30 (schools early release)
1:00 p.m.
Drop-In Spring Holiday Story Time and Craft
All Ages
1:00 p.m.
Helen O’Toole’s Iris Folding Easter Project
Local Iris Folding & origami crafter, Helen O’Toole, will help you create a beautiful and intricate Easter card using the craft of Iris Folding. Join Helen for a fun afternoon of Iris crafting. Space is limited to 15 adult patrons. Please contact the Adult Service desk to register early as this is a popular program!
April 1 – 26
April Teen Trivia Contest
This month’s theme: National Poetry Month
Stop by the Teen Room for complete details and entry forms
Sunday, April 1
2:00 p.m.
Dexter Community Orchestra’s Chamber Music Series
The Dexter Orchestra’s Chamber Music Series begins with an afternoon performance by individual ensemble groups. These performances allow orchestra members the opportunity to group themselves into smaller more intimate groups and to showcase their individual musical skills through their composition selections.
Wednesday, April 4
11:00 a.m.
Spring Craft for Kids – Bird Feeders
Grades 1 through 4
Registration
6:00 p.m.
Microsoft Excel 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic workbook files using Excel 2007. Discover how to organize data more efficiently using spreadsheets. Discover how to setup a workbook to meet your informational needs. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit data. Registration required.
Thursday, April 5
9:30 a.m.
Computer Basics 2
Working hands-on at a computer, students will be introduced to two popular programs: Internet browser software for searching the Internet and using Internet e-mail and word processing software.
Registration required.
11:00 a.m.
Spring Craft for Tweens and Teens – Mosaic Bird Houses
Grades 5 through 12
Registration
Friday, April 6 (schools closed)
11:00 a.m.
Pippin Puppets Presents:
“Munchkin Holiday!”
Live puppet show with plenty of surprises and audience participation.
All ages, refreshments served following the program
Saturday, April 7
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Friends of the Dexter District Library Used Book Sale
If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Dexter District Library,
please contact Sue Smith at sueandbernie@aol.com
Monday, April 9
7:00 p.m.
Somewhere in Time Book Club
This is a book club for Adults, focusing on History and Historical Fiction.
Registration Required
Wednesday, April 11
6:00 p.m.
Microsoft PowerPoint 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic PowerPoint presentations. Discover ways to incorporate graphics, styles, and animations to your slideshows. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit slides. Registration required.
7:00 p.m.
Classic Encore Music for Violin and Piano
Russian trained violinist Maria Bessmeltseva will be returning on April 11th for a performance of Classical Encore music for Violin and Piano. This is music that everyone can enjoy! These compositions will make your heart sing and your body dance! Relaxing, beautiful, fun and satisfying to all ages! The performance will include a short presentation of a few composers and their compositions. Families are welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
Thusday, April 12
9:30 a.m.
Microsoft Word 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic documents using Word 2007. Learn how to use the ribbon. Learn how to download and use document templates. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit text. Registration required.
Friday, April 13
6:30 p.m.
Special Memorial tribute to honor the 100th anniversary of the Titanic’s sinking: a showing of Ghost of the Abyss & a presentation on Violet Jessop.
The Friday Night Movie for Adults – “Ghost of the Abyss”, Directed by James Cameron.Starring Bill Paxton, Don Lynch, Ken Marschall. Documentary Rated G, 59 minutes.
Ghost of the Abyss is James Cameron's eerily elegant tour of history's most infamous shipwreck. Six years after his original journey to the wreck site, James Cameron returned to the wreckage with actor Bill Paxton, a team of Russian and American scientists, the world's most knowledgeable Titanic historians, and high tech equipment to film the most complete documentary ever made on the Titanic disaster. This documentary combines amazing footage, digital animation, and ghostly re-creations of the ship's final hours into a memorable and moving tribute to the Titanic and its ill-fated passengers.
This documentary will be followed by a slideshow presentation and discussion on Violet Jessop, survivor of the RMS Titanic, HMHS Britannic & the RMS Olympic tragedies.
Sunday, April 15
2:00 p.m.
Miriam Winter (Maria Orlowski) –Hidden Child of the Holocaust.
In honor of Holocaust Remembrance Day (April 19th), the Dexter District Library is proud to welcome Dr. Miriam Winter (Maria Orlowski), author of Trains: A Memoir of a Hidden Childhood during and after World War II.
Miriam Winter (Maria Orlowski) was born in Lodz, Poland, in 1933. She and her family were in the Warsaw ghetto in 1940, then in Ozarow 1940-1941.
At the age of 8, Miriam was given by her parents to a Jewish woman from Lubicz, Cesia, who, in a chance meeting on a train, handed her over to a Polish woman, Maryla. Miriam spent the war with Maryla as a hidden child. She changed her name to Maria, became a Catholic and a Pole. After the war, she stayed for a time with Maryla, and then was in an orphanage. She immigrated to the United States in 1969.
Please join us in welcoming Dr. Winter and hearing the story of despair and triumph.
Wednesday, April 18
6:00 p.m.
Social Networking w/ Facebook & Twitter
In this class, you’ll learn about new Internet trends including social networking sites (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), social bookmarking, and more. Registration required.
Thursday, April 19
9:30 a.m.
Microsoft Excel 2007
Working hands-on at a computer, you will learn how to create basic workbook files using Excel 2007. Discover how to organize data more efficiently using spreadsheets. Discover how to setup a workbook to meet your informational needs. Practice different ways to duplicate, move, and edit data. Registration required.
2:00 p.m.
Better off Read book club
This is a general fiction book club for adults.
Registration is required
Friday, April 20
2:00 p.m.
Muffins-N-Movies – “The Boy in the Striped Pajamas” Starring Sheila Hancock, David Thewlis, David Hayman and Jim Norton, Rated: PG-13
Bruno’s father is a high-ranking officer in Hitler's elite SS troop who has just been placed in command of Auschwitz. Bruno thinks that the camp near his home is just a work farm with strange workers that wear striped pajamas. While exploring in the woods he discovers the concentration camps perimeter fence. On the other side sits a boy his own age, who he befriends. This film examines the emotional complexity of this chapter in history by displaying the casual brutality of a Nazi lieutenant; the strife within the family's domestic life, glimpses of the treatment of the Jews and a ghastly propaganda film suggesting that life at Auschwitz was like a holiday.
4:00 – 5:30 p.m.
T-Shirt Bracelets for Teens in Grades 5 though 12
Registration
Sunday, April 29
2:00 p.m.
Lecture and Exhibit: Portraits of Israel.
Join Betsy Finn, Dexter resident and award winning photographer, and travel to Israel - the land of milk and honey - through a photographic exhibit and lecture. Betsy will share images and history of Jerusalem during Holy week, as well as the historically significant Masada, to the Sea of Galilee, and Nazareth and Jericho.
Dexter District Library is located at 3255 Alpine Street in Dexter. All Library programs are free and open to the public. For more information, call the library at 734-426-4477 or visit us at www.dexter.lib.mi.us
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