DEARBORN, Michigan – A major renovation project has begun at the Henry Ford Centennial Library, with the entire third floor mezzanine-level of the building closed to the public. Nearly all library material is available on the second floor of the building, so access to the collections will not be impacted. "Henry Ford Centennial Library Renovation Project … [Read more...]
Archives for March 2011
Jim Brickman at the Performing Arts Center
DEARBORN, Michigan —An Evening of Romance, featuring piano sensation Jim Brickman, will be the featured attraction Saturday, April 2, at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center’s Michael A. Guido Theater, beginning at 8 p.m. Brickman, winner of two Grammy Awards, has revolutionized the sound of solo piano with his pop-style instrumentals and … [Read more...]
Dearborn to Host 2011 Martian Marathon April 2
DEARBORN, Mich. – Running Fit, Inc. will be conducting its 2011 Annual Martian Marathon for the fifth time in Dearborn on Saturday, April 2. The Martian Marathon event’s mission is to promote an active, healthy lifestyle for adults and children, with the long-term goal of ending childhood obesity and diseases related to poor nutritional choices, according … [Read more...]
Free Spring Fling Concert March 27 at the Library
DEARBORN, Michigan – The Henry Ford Centennial Library is hosting a free public Spring Fling concert featuring The Missing Links on Sunday, March 27. The 15 piece band will be performing Big Band music from the 1930s and 1940s. The free concert event is 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. in the library’s auditorium and is sponsored by the Friend’s of the Library, … [Read more...]
Oakwood Common to Host “An Attitude of Gratitude” Program on March 27, Community is Invited
DEARBORN, Michigan - With all of the events that occur in people’s everyday lives and around the world, Oakwood Common is hosting “An Attitude of Gratitude” program as part of its ongoing Sunday Nite Live series. The free workshop is open to the community and will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 27, 2011 at Oakwood Common, located at 16351 Rotunda in … [Read more...]
Severstal Steel Continues Investing in Dearborn
DEARBORN, Mich. – Severstal Steel will continue its extraordinary $1.3 billion investment in Dearborn following action by the Michigan Economic Growth Authority (MEGA) on March 15, which was supported by the City’s ongoing economic development efforts. Severstal’s latest project was boosted by MEGA’s approval of two state brownfield tax credits valued at … [Read more...]
Volunteers Honored at Appreciation Breakfast
DEARBORN, Mich. – Dearborn has a large senior citizen population, many of whom receive assistance from local volunteers who regularly donate their time to help their fellow residents. The Recreation Department’s Senior Services Division, in partnership with the Senior Citizens Commission, offers many programs that benefit senior residents. Among … [Read more...]
Hazardous Waste Collection Event March 26
DEARBORN, Michigan – The Wayne County Department of Public Services is sponsoring a free Household Hazardous Waste Collection event on Saturday, March 26. The event will be held on Wayne County Community College District’s Western Campus, 9555 Haggerty Road in Belleville, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and is open to all Wayne County residents, including Dearborn … [Read more...]
Jazz Band Zamar at 4thFridays March 25th
DEARBORN, Michigan - Enjoy live music this Friday, March 25th, in celebration of The Camp's 9th anniversary. The event, 4thFridays, will feature fabulous jazz band Zamar, artist Therese Maynard, along with Rufus Harris. The evening is sure to thrill. Zamar is a lively 6 piece group of dynamic Detroiters. Each of the members are well trained, … [Read more...]
Public Lectures at University of Michigan – Dearborn
DEARBORN, Michigan – University of Michigan Dearborn is inviting the community to campus for events covering trending topics and appealing to a variety of audiences throughout March and early April. Perspectives on Women’s Health Speaker Series welcomes a pioneer in the women’s health movement Judy Norsigian, co-author “Our Bodies, Ourselves” on … [Read more...]