DEARBORN, Michigan. - If you enjoy building with LEGOs, then the Dearborn Public Library has an event for you – the LEGO Design Challenge. Entries are welcome from children, teens and adults, as well families and groups. Projects must be built at home and then brought to the Children’s Desk at the Henry Ford Centennial Library during the registration … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2011
“School Life” Strengthens Community Relationships
DEARBORN, Michigan – The idea for starting a publication dedicated to sharing the stories and achievements of students and staff in the local school district came to Dearborn resident Raad Alawan long before he published the first issue of “School Life,” a monthly newspaper that is distributed free to schools and businesses throughout … [Read more...]
Annual Mardi Gras Event – March 8 at Dearborn Hills
DEARBORN, Michigan - Dearborn area residents are invited to attend the Dearborn Education Foundation’s Mardi Gras event. The annual Mardi Gras celebration will be held at Dearborn Hills Golf Course on March 8th from 3:30 – 9 pm. Local residents will enjoy a wonderful evening, along with over 200 teachers, district employees, and community … [Read more...]
How To Cope With Loss of a Friend or Family Member
DEARBORN, Michigan. - Oakwood Common invites anyone who has experienced the loss of a friend or loved one to attend a special program about “Loneliness” presented by Helen Sohn, a pastoral minister. The free workshop, which is open to the public, will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, February 27, 2011 at Oakwood Common, located at 16351 Rotunda in … [Read more...]
Dearborn Residents Can Order Trees at Low Cost
DEARBORN, Mich. – The City of Dearborn encourages the planting of trees as a way to keep neighborhoods attractive, reduce energy consumption and support a healthier environment. Residents can join with the City in this mission through a low-cost tree planting program offered through the Department of Public Works. Dearborn residents can order … [Read more...]
Free Help Preparing Tax Forms Is Available
DEARBORN, Mich. – Free help from volunteers in preparing tax forms is available for people with low-to-moderate incomes, with special attention for those ages 60 and older. This service is offered by the City of Dearborn’s Senior Services Division. Assistance is available in completing the following 2010 tax forms: Michigan Home Heating Credit, Michigan … [Read more...]
Dearborn, Dearborn Heights Residents Can Share Libraries
DEARBORN, Mich. – Dearborn residents can soon make use of the City of Dearborn Heights’ libraries, and vice versa. A “reciprocal borrowing agreement” will give Dearborn residents access to Dearborn Heights’ John F. Kennedy and Caroline Kennedy libraries and Dearborn Heights residents will have access to the Henry Ford Centennial Library, as well as the … [Read more...]
Teacher Seeking Help With Project That Honors Dearborn Men Who Died in Service During Vietnam War
DEARBORN, Michigan – Dearborn lost 70 soldiers in the Vietnam War, most of them fresh-faced young men just out of high school. While the city has historical archives on these soldiers, there is still a lot of information to be found. Lisa Lark, an English teacher at Edsel Ford High School, has been working hard since June to compile a history of … [Read more...]
Planterra Partners with Furnace Design Studio to Host Exclusive Botanical Glass Exhibition
WEST BLOOMFIELD, Michigan – Extraordinary works of glass art mixed with collections of exotic and unusual botanicals will dazzle visitors of the new Planterra Conservatory, as they experience unique creations from Dearborn based Furnace Design Studio at the first-ever Botanical Glass Exhibition, March 24-29th. The exhibition, jointly produced by Planterra … [Read more...]
Westborn Market’s Gift Baskets Featured on MyNewMarketplace.com
DEARBORN, Mich. – Specialty grocer Westborn Market regularly promotes Michigan-made products that are sold through its three stores in metro Detroit and online at www.westbornmarket.com. Now, the company is helping MyNewMarketplace.com, a neighboring Michigan-based online business. Several of the gift basket items from Westborn Market’s online store are … [Read more...]