DEARBORN, Michigan – The Dearborn Recreation Commission will meet for its regular monthly session at 7 p.m. Tuesday, February 14. The commission meets in Club Room 1 at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave. The February meeting date was published incorrectly in the 2012 City of Dearborn calendar. … [Read more...]
Archives for February 2012
Judge Denies Request to Dismiss 2010 Arab Festival Case
Michigan Federal Judge Denies City of Dearborn’s Request to Dismiss Civil Rights Claims Brought by Christians Who Were Arrested at 2010 Arab Festival DETROIT, Michigan — Today, a U.S. District Court Judge in Detroit, Michigan denied the City of Dearborn’s request to dismiss the civil rights claims brought by several Christian missionaries arising out of … [Read more...]
Do We Need the Department of Education?
EDITORIAL - The case for the (Federal) Department of Education could rest on one or more of three legs: its constitutional appropriateness, the existence of serious problems in education that could be solved only at the federal level, and/or its track record since it came into being. Let us consider these in order. (1) Is the Department of Education … [Read more...]
Goodwill Moving Forward With Plans for Dearborn Store
DEARBORN, Michigan - It's worse than your favorite team losing the Super Bowl. You really want your city to win, but they keep making stupid plays and fumbling the ball. On Monday, February 13th, Dearborn has another chance to win. The City Planning Commission will consider whether to approve plans for opening a Goodwill retail outlet at their 7:00pm … [Read more...]
Iraqi Musician Rahim Al-Haj Brings Oud Music to Michigan
SAGINAW, Michigan - Internationally renowned musician Rahim Al-Haj will bring the sound of the oud, a stringed instrument commonly used in Middle Eastern music, to Saginaw Valley State University Monday, Feb. 13. The concert will feature all Al-Haj’s original compositions and take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Rhea Miller Recital Hall. One of the most … [Read more...]
Entries Sought in Visual Arts and Writing Contest
DEARBORN, Michigan - The 2012 Midwest Sculpture Initiative (MSI), sponsored by the Dearborn Community Fund, is accepting entries for the 2012 Visual Arts and Writing Contest. The deadline for submission of all entries is February 29. The contest is open to artists and writers of all ages. If offers first, second and third place awards and honorable … [Read more...]
Local Dems Unveil Campaign Finance Reform Package
LANSING, Michigan - The Michigan House Democrats introduced an ethics and campaign finance reform package to close the revolving door between the public and the private sectors and to provide citizens with greater transparency and accountability from elected and appointed officials. “It is time to put an end to back-door politics and make our government … [Read more...]
Dearborn Public Schools Loves Senior Citizens
DEARBORN, Michigan - Almost 20 years ago the Dearborn Public Schools began offering senior citizens free admission to school events and other special discounts via the Golden Ager card. The district is pleased to announce a new commitment to this program with new offerings and a new name. On February 14, 2012, Valentines Day, Dearborn Public Schools … [Read more...]
Henry Ford Museum Celebrates Black History Month
DEARBORN, Michigan – During the month of February, Henry Ford Museum will commemorate the journey and legacy of African-Americans during Celebrate Black History!, February 1-5, 8-12, 15-19 and 22-26. Admission to Henry Ford Museum is free with membership or $17 adults, $15 senior (62 and up) and $12.50 youth (5-12). Children four and under are free. For more … [Read more...]
Dearborn Senior Services Presents Variety of Programs
DEARBORN, Michigan – Dearborn Senior Services has a variety of events for senior citizens to participate in and convenient bus services within the City limits. The Dearborn Senior Walking Club meets every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Avenue. The Club walks the indoor track from 1:30 p.m. to … [Read more...]