Take a look at Redford Branch's exciting schedule for this year's Summer Reading Program, Color Our World. You can find information on how to participate in Summer Reading Challenges on the Summer Reading Page.
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Friday, June 27, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Get ready for a summer of reading and fun activities! Make a tie dye tote bag and register for Summer Reading.
Fridays at the Redford Branch
Join us each week as we explore a different type of art activity! Bring your Summer Reading log for fun prizes each Friday.
Lunch will be served from Noon – 12:45 pm in the basement with art activities immediately following.
Collage Week: Collage Boards
Friday, July 11, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Using Mod Podge or contact paper, we’ll create a collage based around famous collage artists for inspiration. Take and makes include a suncatcher to paint and a rainbow scratch art board.
Painting Week: Self Portraits
Friday, July 18, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Create your own self-portrait with tempera paint and discover the history of self-portraiture. Take and makes include wooden “wiggly” snakes to paint and a DIY puzzle
Sculpture Week: Air-Dry Clay
Friday, July 25, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Create your own sculpture with air-dry clay. Coil pots, trinket dishes…the possibilities are endless! Take home a color-your-own fuzzy poster too!
Textiles Week: Leather Jewelry
Friday, August 1, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Create your own textile art (bracelets, keychains, etc.) using leather scraps. Take and makes include Origami paper with instructions, as well as a DIY kaleidoscope.
Summer Reading Finale Party!
Friday, August 8, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
A gallery display of favorite creations throughout the summer, a photobooth, and lots of fun prizes!
Detroit PBS Kids at Redford
Peg + Cat Experience (Ages 3 - 5)
Wednesday, July 9, 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Join Peg and her lovable sidekick Cat as they solve problems and explore the world of early math. This session by Detroit PBS Kids will feature Peg + Cat video screenings, engaging math activities, and storytime with related books.
Odd Squad Experience (Ages 5-8)
Wednesday, July 23, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Step into the world of Odd Squad with Detroit PBS Kids! This hilarious and educational show helps kids build math skills while solving weird and wacky mysteries. We’ll bring Odd Squad to life with video clips, hands-on activities, and fun themed books.
Adult Screening: Building the Reading Brain
Wednesday, July 23, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Calling all parents and caregivers! Join Detroit PBS for a special screening of Building the Reading Brain, an insightful program designed to help you understand how children learn to read. Explore the science of how the brain learns to read, expert advice from educators and neuroscientists, and practical tips to support your child’s literacy development.