Thursday, January 5, 2012
No plans this weekend? We're here to help.
It's the end of the week. You're bored. You want something to do. Dearborn, you've come to the right place. 1. SIRENS OF CHROME Where/When: Automotive Hall of Fame; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Thursday Why Go: It's your last chance to see this high fashion and high powered exhibit, featuring a look at the models who have helped sell the cars for years at auto shows, exhibits and more. Pricing: $8 for adults, $6 seniors and students age 13-18, and $4 for youth age 5-12. 2. WINTER FEST Where/When: Henry Ford Centennial Library; 2-4 p.m. Thursday and Friday Why Go: Survive the last few days of winter break by taking your kids to a these free activities at the library. Thursday is a Penguin Craft and Friday is Face Painting and Temporary Tattoos Pricing: …
Friday, October 14, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. The drizzly rain that began overnight will likely continue today, according to the National Weather Service. Expect lower temperatures no higher than 60 degrees, and an increasing wind that will continue into Saturday, making for a blustery fall weekend. 2. What do baked goods, glass pumpkins and the Dearborn Fire Department have in common? They're all part of your weekend in Dearborn, if our Weekend Planner has anything to do with it. Check it out for all the goings on around town, then tell us your plans. 3. If you're looking for ways to entertain the little ones this weekend, we have options for you, too. The Dearborn Public Library is hosting Mother Goose Story Time at the Henry…
Friday, September 30, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. Rain, rain, go away...If you've been singing this song, the National Weather Service says you may be in luck this weekend. Though showers are likely this morning, the rain is expected to die off this afternoon and give way to a beautiful fall weekend. Temperatures will hold in the 50s, rising slightly as the sun continues to come out on Sunday. 2. It's Friday - do you know what you're doing this weekend? We have a few ideas, and we've compiled them all in your Weekend Planner. From stops at a few museums to some community theater, prepare to fill up that calendar. 3. Football fun continues tonight in Dearborn when Edsel Ford High School faces off against inter-city rivals Fordson …
Friday, September 16, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. The fall weather continues today and into the weekend, says the National Weather Service. The high will hit near 63 degrees, with few clouds in the sky. That weather will stick around most of the weekend, with some possible rain on Sunday. 2. There are a ton of things to do this weekend, with events to please art lovers, book readers, vegetarians and more. Check out our Weekend Planner for our top picks for activities, then tell us what's in the cards for you! 3. It's also perfect weather for some high school football. Tonight, sports fans have their pick of games including all Dearborn teams. Check out the full lineup here, then watch for score updates on Dearborn Patch. 4. …
Friday, September 9, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. Mother Nature decided it's still not wet enough in Dearborn, so she's bringing us some more rain today, says the National Weather Service. Temperatures will warm up slightly all weekend, reaching a week-long high of 80 degrees by Sunday. And, though the rain will continue tonight, expect sunnier skies this weekend. 2. Rain or not, there's plenty to do this weekend in Dearborn. Check out our Weekend Planner, with family-friendly events at the Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village and the Henry Ford Centennial Library, as well as an open house fundraiser for the Dearborn Animal Shelter at City Council member Bob Abraham's home. And when the clouds let up, be sure to check out the …
Thursday, September 8, 2011
No plans for this weekend? We're here to help.
It's the end of the week. You're bored. You want something to do. Dearborn, you've come to the right place. Here are some of the highlights of the week. 1. 9/11 REMEMBRANCE Where/When: Multiple locations; Varies times throughout the day Thursday through Sunday Why Go: Special events in honor of 9/11 will be held throughout the community so that those interested can pay homage to and remember those who were a part of 9/11.The Henry Ford is holding a Remembrance & Unity Vigil on its front lawn; Lake Erie Metropark is holding a recognition ceremony ending with floating lanterns, Edsel Ford High School is holding a special remembrance ceremony with Cornerstone Christian Church and Ponderosa is offering all active Fire, Police and EMTs in …
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Friday, September 2, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. Summer ain't over yet, folks! The National Weather Service says the high temperature could reach over 90 degrees, with mostly sunny skies and some high winds. But that temperature will drop rapidly all weekend as likely rainfall sets in Friday night, with a chance for rain lingering all the way through Labor Day. 2. Also in the "air" today? A hightened ozone concentration, for one thing. Today has been declared an Ozone Action Day. Read more about what that means here. 3. Check our Weekend Planner for some helpful hints on things to do over Labor Day weekend. First on the list: Be sure to stop by Snow Branch Library before 5:30 p.m.! The library will close its doors for the last …
Thursday, September 1, 2011
No plans for this weekend? We're here to help.
It's the end of the week. You're bored. You want something to do. Dearborn, you've come to the right place. Here are some of the highlights of the week. 1. EID FESTIVAL Where/When: Dearborn Civic Center, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday Why Go: Celebrate Eid al-Fitr with the area's largest festival commemorating the holiday. Enjoy games for kids, entertainment and food. Pricing: $10 per person, with proceeds benefiting student scholarships 2. 9/11 PRAYER VIGIL Where/When: Christ Episcopal Church, 10 a.m.-6 pm. Monday Why Go: The church is providing a day of self-guided prayer in honor of the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11. Pricing: Free 3. DEARBORN FARMERS MARKET Where/When: Muirhead Plaza next to Bryant Library, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday. Why Go: The farm…
Sunday, July 31, 2011
Hundreds came out to The Henry Ford for the second annual metro Detroit event on Saturday and Sunday.
The second annual Maker Faire rolled into The Henry Ford parking lot and museum on Saturday and Sunday, attracting thousands of visitors from around the state and beyond to see innovation in action. The Dearborn event is one of several held nationwide, but is the only one in Michigan. It allows dozens of inventors, tinkerers, scientists and performers to show off their creations to eager audiences young and old. Several Dearborn-based makers were present, including a 3-D photographer and ham radio enthusiast. To learn more about the Maker Faire, visit http://makerfaire.com.
Friday, July 15, 2011
Five things you need to know to start your day in Dearborn.
Ready to start your day? Here's what you need to know. 1. Today will be partly sunny with a high near 82 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. Saturday and Sunday are expected to warm up even more, with highs closer to 90 and a chance of rain Saturday afternoon and evening. 2. The Detroit Medical Center is hosting a Sports Medicine Golf Outing this morning at the Dearborn Hills Golf Course. Registration starts at 8 a.m. with an omelet breakfast at 8:30 and shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. Single registration starts at $99, with foursome packages. Already signed up? Come see Dearborn Patch at the registration table, and on the course! 3. Planning your weekend can be a challenge. Never fear–we're here to help. Here's everything you …
Leslie
12:14 pm on Monday, August 1, 2011
My 10-year-old son was particularly impressed with the fire-breathing dragon and the robotics demonstrations at the Maker Faire. Thanks to The Henry Ford for bringing the Faire back to Dearborn this year. Thanks, Patch, for the terrific photos! more ›