Home > Events and Programs > Special Events >African American Event Listing Special Events Bowen Branch Adult Book Discussion Saturday, February 6, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Let's Celebrate Black History Month by reading "Before I Forget" by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Light refreshments will be served. Adults Father-Son, Father-Daughter Chess Match Thursday, February 11, 6:00 - 7: 00 p.m. Fathers come to the library with your son or daughter for a Chess Match. Light refreshments will be served. Whole Family Great Parents, Great Starts for Daddy & Me Tuesday, February 16, 5:00-5:30 p.m. We'll share stories on basic concepts for small children including: shapes, colors, and numbers. There will be stories and a fun activity for the kids. This month, the daddies are the special guests. Children with a Caregiver Father & Teen Book Club Thursday, February 25, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. We'll be reading The First Part Last by Angela Johnson and having light refreshments. This one is open to all tweens and teens as well as their parents. Dads with Tweens & Teens Campbell Branch Adult Book Club Saturday, February 27, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. "Before I forget" by Leonard Pitts. Book discussion with light refreshments Father/Father figure and Teens Gaming Saturday, February 27, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Play the latest games with your "dad". Electronic and board games. Ages 13 - 18 and their father/father figure. Light refreshments One Child, One Book Literacy Program for "Dads" and their child(ren) Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Bring your "dad" to this story time that will focus on fathers/father figures and their child(ren). Each child will be given a book to keep and to follow along with the reader. A craft related to the book will immediately follow the book reading. Parent(s) and child(ren) ages 18 months to 6 years with parent or adult caregiver. Story Time and Playgroup Thursday, February 4, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Daddy and Me Stories. This one-hour program includes activities that encourage language and motor skills development through books, stories, rhymes, music, and play. Ages 18 months to 6 years old with parent or caregiver. Children Story Time and Playgroup Thursday, February 18, 10:30 - 11:00 a.m. Granddad and Me Stories. This one-hour program includes activities that encourage language and motor skills development through books, stories, rhymes, music, and play. Ages 18 months to 6 years old with parent or caregiver. Family Bingo Saturday, February 6, 2:00 p.m. -3:30 p.m. African American Themed Bingo with prizes. All ages DVD Surprise Saturday Breakfast for "Dads" and their child(ren) Saturday, February 6, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Enjoy a free breakfast with your "dad" and watch a movie about a dad and his daughter. "Imagine That" with Eddie Murphy will be shown. Bring your Dad, Uncle, Grandpa or father figure. All ages African American History Coloring Project Everyday, February 1-27 All day Display your artwork. Win prizes for learning history facts. Personal Safety Instruction for "Dads" and their child(ren) Saturday, February 20, 4:00 p.m. -5:30 p.m. Father/father figure and child(ren) will learn basic techniques for personal safety and self defense from Kyooshi Kevin Bolden of the Atmospheric Training Academy. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes - be prepared for a workout! All ages. Book Display Everyday, February 1-27, All day Father/Father Figure books for adults and children will be on display all month. Chandler Park Branch DVD Surprise Saturday Saturday, February 6, 3:30 - 5:30 p.m. Come and enjoy a movie about the life of a famous African American. Bring a snack and drink. A current G or PG rated movie will be shown. All ages, under 8 with parent or adult caregiver. All Ages. Under 8 with parent or adult caregiver After-school Story Time and Playgroup Tuesday, February 9 & 23, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Enjoy activities that encourage language and motor skill development through books, stories, rhymes, music and play. Featuring stories written by notable African-American children's book authors. Children 18 months - 8 years with parent or caregiver. Black History Month Bingo Saturday, February 13, 3:30 -5:00 p.m. Learn About Famous African-Americans as you play this popular board game. Everyone wins a prize. Ages 8 and above. Under 8 with parent or adult caregiver. Dads & Kidz: African Drumming and Story Telling Saturday, February 20, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Fathers, uncles, friends & neighbors; all men who want to share an afternoon with the special young person in their life are invited! Mr. Williams will captivate you as he performs African stories and music. He will make you laugh as he interweaves them with humor and wit. Audience participation is encouraged for many of his tales. All Ages. Children accompanied with fathers/male caregivers Detroit Reads! Book Discussion Thursday, February 25, 6:15 - 7:45 p.m. Adult Chaney Branch Buffalo Soldiers at Chaney Thursday, February 4, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. A look back at African American Soldiers in America's Wars. Detroit Reads with Leonard Pitts, Before I Forget Thursday, February 11, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Fathers Connect, Fatherhood, Family and Friendship. All are Invited Films on Saturday at Chaney Saturday, February 6,13, 20, & 27, 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. African American History Month themed movies. Chase Branch Adult Book Discussion Group Thursday, February 18, 6:00 -7:00 p.m. Join us in a discussion of "Before I Forget" by Leonard Pitts, especially for fathers and sons, but everyone welcome. Adult Movie and Popcorn Saturday, February 27, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. Bring your Dad or father-figure and enjoy the movie, "In His Father's Shoes," starring Louis Gossett, Jr. Children Conely Branch Detroit Reads! Book Discussion - Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Saturday, February 6, 3:00-5:00pm Light Refreshments will be served Men Raising Children Tuesdays, February 9, 23 6:00-7:30pm Discuss a variety of issues and topics that only MEN can understand and relate to when it comes to Raising Children. Light Refreshments will be served Black History Movie Day Wednesday, February 17, 2:00 – 4:00pm Detroit Black History: Author Visit & Book Discussion Thursday, February 18, 5:00-7:00pm Jeremy Williams author of “Detroit: The Black Bottom Community” will the discuss rise and demise of this legendary community. Light refreshments will be served. Game Day – Dads vs. Kids Saturday, February 20, 2:00 – 4:00pm Dad’s Day at The Library Saturday, February 27, 2:00-5:00pm Dads check out some children books for your kids and receive a small gift. Duffield Branch Book Discussion Group Thursday, February 18, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. This month's book : Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Adult Edison Branch Family Movie Saturday, February 6, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. Pursuit of Happiness All Book Discussion Saturday, February 13, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. will be discussed Adults Father and Child Ceramics Saturday, February 20, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Do "U" Ceramics will lead a session of ceramic painting for fathers and children. All Elmwood Park Branch Father/Son Themed Movie Saturday, February 6, 2:30 - 4:30 p.m. Come watch a Father/Son Themed Movie Refreshments will be served. All African American Book Club Saturday , February 13, 11:00 – Noon Discuss the book Deep deception by Tina Brooks McKinney. Adults Winter Break Fun Tuesday, February 16, 3:00 - 4:00 pm African American History Quiz- Prizes will be awarded. Children/Tweens Family Story Time Tuesday, February 16, 7:00-7:45 pm Participate in African American stories, songs and finger plays. Parent/Child Adult Book Club Saturday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. – Noon Discuss Detroit Reads Book Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts. Adults Franklin Branch Book & Movie Discussion with Supper Thursday, February 4, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Join us to discuss Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts Jr and a movie with supper. Reservations are recommended. 852-4797. Duct Tape Day Saturday, February 20, Noon – 2:00 p.m. Fathers, sons, uncles, cousins and families are invited to make a fun & useful item out of duct tape. Hubbard Branch Celebrate Men Who Dare to Care – Brunch Saturday, February 6, 10:15 a.m. - Noon We invite all adult men who are, have been or wish to be caringly involved in the lives of children in our community to a catered brunch and social gathering to celebrate YOU and the ways you dare to care about our youth. We also invite children to come meet some special men and even to bring a special man along. Food and free books will be provided. Adult Men and Children Magic Show with DynaMike Wednesday, February 17, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Celebrate African American History month and Semester Break with amazing magic! All Hubbard Book Club Saturday, February 20, 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. The Hubbard Book Club meets on the 3rd Saturday of the month from September through May from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Hubbard Auditorium. This month we are joining in the city-wide reading of Leonard Pitts' novel "Before I Forget". We hope you'll join us for another stimulating discussion. Adult Drumming with Marcus Garvey Rite of Passage Saturday, February 20, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. African drumming featuring the Djembe drum. Come join this interactive family program. All Men Who Care to Dare - Game Day Saturday, February 27, 2-5 p.m. We invite all adult men who are, habe been or wish to be caringly involved in the lives of children in our community to an intergenerational game day - including Wii & Playstation, as well as board games, card games and more. Refreshments will be provided. Adult men and children Jefferson Branch Adult Book Discussion Saturday, February 6, 11:00 a.m. – Noon Adult book discussion featuring Leonard Pitts book, "Before I Forget". Light refreshments will be served. Adults Knapp Branch Father's Breakfast Saturday, February 6, 10:30 a.m. Calling all fathers: Join us for breakfast to kick off the "Detroit Reads" book for 2010,"Before I Forget" by Leonard Pitts, Jr. A guest speaker will speak to us about tthe importance of fathers in the parenting and mentoring of our children. Copies of "Before I Forget" will be given away at breakfast. Lincoln Branch Heroes and She-roes of African American History Puppet Show by Debora Ellis Hawks Wednesday, February 10, 4:30 p.m. Puppet Show celebrating many of the Heroes of African American History Month All Art Program - African American Heroes & She-roes Monday - Thursday and Saturday, February 1 -27, Afterschool Monday- Thursday and all day Saturday Display a work of art of your favorite African American Heroes. Art pertaining to African American History Month will be on Lincoln's wall of heroes and she-roes. Children and Tweens African American Book Discussion Group Saturday, February 6, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. will be discussed Adult Father and Child Luncheon Saturday, February 27, 2:00 p.m. In celebration of African American Father's Lincoln Branch presents our 1st Father/Children Luncheon. Requirements for attendance: Child or Children can write an essay about dad or read a book about an African American male of their choice and write a short book report. Dad's signature is required at the bottom of the form. Parent/Child Mark Twain Branch Black History After School Fun! Tuesdays, February 2 & 9, 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Various fun and creative Black History activities for children. Children & Tweens Black History Movie Day Saturday, February 6 , 2:00 - 4:00 p.m., Watch a great children's movie on Black History while enjoying popcorn and other goodies. Children & Tweens Detroit Reads for the Adult Book Club's Black History Program Thursday, February 18, 6:00 - 7: 00 p.m. Come join our two part Detroit Reads Black History adult book discussion on the book “Before I Forget,” by Leonard Pitts, Jr., Part 1. Adult African Jewelry Making Fun Saturday , February 20, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Children come join us making some special jewelry inspired by the African Culture. Children, Tweens, & Teens Detroit Reads Dinner and a Discussion on Fatherhood! Thursday, February 25, 5:30 - 7: 00 p.m. Come join us for dinner and Part 2 of Detroit Reads Black History adult book discussion on fatherhood. Adult Detroit Reads Food and Game Day Fun with Your Dad! Saturday, February 27, 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Children play a variety of board games and enjoy some good food and fun with your dad. Children, Tweens, & Teens Monteith Branch Monteith Book Club Wednesday, February 24, 6:00-7:30 This month we will be discussing Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts Jr. Teens and Adults Parkman Branch Father and Son Lunch and Story Time! Register at the Reference Desk! Limited seating! Saturday, February 13, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Dads and sons share food and stories in our Family Corner! Special story presenter!!! Parent/Child Book Discussion (Detroit Reads Selection) Saturday, February 20, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Discuss the Detroit Reads! selection: Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts. Adults African American History Month Program Saturday, February 27, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. To be announced Family Richard Branch Family Craft Saturday, February 13, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. Dads, bring the kids and make a project out of Duct Tape Duct tape isn't just for fixing things, it's also good for making things. Dads, bring the kids and learn how to make a craft project out of this all purpose material. Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Book Discussion Saturday, February 20, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m. Come on in and bring a friend for a lively discussion of the book Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Refreshments will be served. Black History Alive by Brown Sugar & Spice Wednesday, February 24, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Musical instruments, storytelling & African artifacts. Sherwood Forest Branch African American Book Club Tuesday, February 2, 6:00 - 7:45 p.m. Join in the discussion of "Before I Forget" by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Adults Author Talk Tuesday, February 9, 6:00 - 7:45 p.m. Local author Jeremy Williams will talk about and sign copies of his book "Detroit: The Black Bottom Community". Seating is limited. Please call to register for this event. Adults Skillman Branch Dad/Children's Day Program Comedy/Variety Show Saturday, February 13, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Little Known Black History Facts Thursday, February 18, 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Interesting facts about African American Inventors All Ages Pudd 'NHead The Movie By Mark Twain Saturday, February 27, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. A Classic story and movie by Mark Twain during slavery Their will be a discussion afterward. All ages Adult Book Discussion - Before I Forget by Leonard Pitts, Jr. Saturday, February 20, 12:30-1:30 p.m. African American History Month Book Club and Luncheon Saturday, February 20, 12:30 p.m. Join us as we discuss " Before I Forget " by the Pulitzer Prize winning columnist Leonard Pitts. Please RSVP at 313-628-2729 as lunch will be served. Books will be available for checkout prior to the book discussion. adults and young adults Black Roots: an introduction to African American Genealogy Monday, February 22, 1:00 p.m. Tony Borroughs book "Black Roots" will be one of the sources discussed in this introduction to African American genealogy. Online research techniques will also be addressed. adults Wilder Branch Wilder Book Club Wednesday, February 17, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Detroit Reads...."Before I Forget" by Leonard Pitts Refreshments will be served. Adults African Cooking Saturday, February 20, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Veronica Obianwu will demonstrate and cook some favorite African dishes. Samples available for tasting. Adults African Drum and Dance presented by Baba Shamari R. Matthews Wednesday, February 10, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. A special program for children and the significant male figure in their lives. Together they will participate and learn the basics of African drumming and dance. Light refreshments will be served. Parent/Child MAIN LIBRARY Hackley Hackley Concert Wednesday, February 17, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. The E. Azaila Hackley Annual Concert All - Mian Library/Friends Auditorium Hackley Concert – Reception Wednesday, February 17, 9:00 - 10:00 p.m. The E. Azaila Hackley Annual Concert - Reception All - Main Library/Hackley Reading Room/ Adam Strohm Hall The Disco Ball Wednesday, February 24, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. This Lecture will look at the phenomenon Disco music from the late 1960's to the early 1980's. Adult Main Library/ Hackley Reading Room Children’s Library Valentine's Day Make-It-And-Take-It Craft Saturday, February 6, 2010 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Children's Library Children/Tweens It Takes a Village to Solve a Puzzle - An African American History Experience Tuesday, February 16, 6:00-7:00 p.m. See which team of tweens can finish putting together an African Safari jigsaw puzzle first. Parents and other members of family are invited to join the race. Prizes to be awarded. Win a Barack Obama poster! Tweens/Adult, Senior African American History Month Make-It-And- Take-It Craft Saturday, February 20, 2010 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Children's Library Children/Tweens Music, Arts and Literature Black History Month Classic Movie Showcase Tuesday, February 2, 5:45 - 7:45 p.m. MGM's 1943 all-Black star-studded musical 'Cabin in the Sky' with Ethel Waters, Lena Horne & Louie Armstrong. Shown on the big screen with free soda pop and fresh-popped popcorn! primarily teens +, but suitable for everyone Old Fine Arts Black History Month Classic Movie Showcase Tuesday, February 23, 5:45 - 7:45 p.m. 1936 classic 'Showboat' features Paul Robeson singing 'Old Man River'. Shown on the big screen with free soda pop and fresh-popped popcorn! primarily teens+, but suitable for everyone Old Fine Art HYPE Teen Center HYPE Theater Ensemble Friday, February 19, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Teens present the final performance, "Wrong Cycle". This play is written and directed by Ny'Ree Hardyway. "Wrong Cycle" looks at the negative affect drug use and unhealthy weight loss can have. Light refreshments served afterwards.