This summer, the Henry Ford Centennial Library is setting itself up as the literary hub of Dearborn. According to the City of Dearborn, a roster of author talks, youth events, and book sales is scheduled to take place starting this month. The HFCL located at 16301 Michigan Ave is offering book lovers and the community various opportunities to engage in literary discussions and activities in person and virtually.
Yesterday, Detroit-area author C.M. Kushins kicked off the author series with a conversation about his new book, "Cooler Than Cool: The Life and Work of Elmore Leonard". Upcoming speakers include Henry Ford College’s Sue McGraw, who will discuss supporting WHFR, the college's radio station, on July 15. Later this month, editors Sally Howell and Yasmeen Hanoosh will take to the stage to navigate the shifting political landscapes from Detroit's Arab community's perspective, as per their book "Beyond Refuge in Arab Detroit". These events are part of a summer reading theme titled "Color Your World", providing a colorful mix of historical and contemporary topics.
From discussing the impact of gunslingers on the West with Bryan Burrough to delving into the lives of cultural icons Amelia Earhart and George Putnam with Laurie Gwen Shapiro, these talks explore a wide array of topics relevant to different interests. For indispensable entertainment, the library’s youth services department brings science into play with the Kid Chemist on July 17 and adds a pinch of magic with Cameron Zvara’s show for all ages on July 21. No registration is necessary for the magic show, ensuring that spontaneity remains a key element of the summer festivities.
On the book sales front, the Friends of the Library Dearborn (FOLD) are hosting themed monthly sales. With offerings ranging from language learning books to vintage collectibles and a special "Fall into Reading" segment for students, these sales, held from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., promise something for everyone. All of these are in efforts to support the Dearborn Public Library programming, turning page by page to foster a robust and educated community that revels in the world of letters and stories.
