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A Q+A with the co-authors of Tenacity in Children, Sam Goldstein, Ph.D., and Robert B. Brooks, Ph.D., on building senses of optimism, motivation, empathy, intelligence, altruism, responsibility and fairness in our kids. Second in a series of online talks for parents by Metro Parent and Parent Map.
Event Cost: Free,...
A powerful look at why teaching about racial bias and the history of race and racism — and teaching it right — is crucial, with two leading scholars, Khalil Gibran Muhammad and Jeffery Robinson, on race, inequality and criminal justice.
Event Cost: Free, register in advance.
Event Times: 4 p.m., Sept....
Based on the award-winning early literacy program of the same name, this unique series incorporates nursery rhymes and utilizes a formula of 80% repetition from week to week. The Sept. 8 program integrates best practices from baby story time for ages birth to 3 years and includes developmental tips...
In partnership with the Stamelos Gallery Center, UM-Dearborn, artist Kelli Anderson will discuss how her latest pop-up book, This Book is a Planetarium, creates handheld experiences intended to challenge an audience’s complacency regarding the functionality of paper. She will also demonstrate how This Book is a Camera acts as...
Experience Détroit as it was in the days of Antoine de la Mothe Cadillac at Le Rendez-vous du Détroit, a celebration of French and Native American heritage. Listen to the original Motown sound with live French and Native American music. Learn to dance like a Voyageu. Visit with historical...
Whether you’re new to the program and would like more information, or already tracking your books and want to celebrate, register for this summer’s virtual party with stories, songs and dancing. Participants who have reached 1,000 books will be recognized at this event.
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 10:30, online registration...
Teens ages 11 to 18 can transform into an iridescent and magical mermaid with shimmering “scales.” Using glitter makeup and fishnet stocking, follow the step-by-step tutorial provided by Miss Becca. Contact becca@ropl.org to schedule your materials pickup.
Event Cost: Free
Event Times: 7 p.m., online registration is required to receive the...
