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You Can Grow a Pineapple in Missouri

Even if you don't have a green thumb, and even if you don't live in Hawaii, it's easier than you might imagine.

1. Cut the top off a fresh pineapple.

2. Pull enough of the lower leaves off to have a 1 1/2" core.

3. Plant the core in a pot of Miracle Grow potting soil. (Repot to a larger pot as it outgrows its pot.)

4. Water and set it in filtered sunlight.

5. Water a small amount about once a week. (Don't over water)

6. It can sit outside during the summer after it has started growing, easing it into the sunlight gradually.

Did You Know?

You are never too young to dig into books! Start them off early and let us help by using the Library's Summer Reading Program. Starting now thru Aug. 3rd, your kids can earn free books and prizes. All ages are welcome and encouraged to read during the summer so they don't lose the abilities they mastered during the school year.

Don't forget your little ones, they can also earn free books and prizes. Just read to them.

Stop in at your local MCPL Branch for further details or go online.

Cheryl P.
Dearborn Branch

Dearborn Community Center

Have you seen the new community center in Dearborn? Are you looking for a place to hold a family reunion, wedding, family get-together, or just place to have a party? It's located right next to the Dearborn City Park and down the street from the Mid-Continent Public Library, Dearborn Branch. It will become home to the Community Food Network. The address is 202 N. Commercial, off of Z Highway. Construction should be done by May 1st. Check with Dearborn City Hall for further information at 816.992.3576

Cheryl P,
Dearborn Branch

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The Dearborn Branch

The Dearborn Branch

The current Dearborn Branch opened in 1989. Previous homes of the Dearborn Branch included a corner store and a bank building. Last year, 35,604 patrons visited the library.

Kids dress up for Halloween at the Dearborn Branch.

Events for Kids

There are many types of events at the library. You never know who you might meet or what you might learn! Check out the events list on this page to find a program for you.

The Dearborn Branch Staff

The Dearborn Branch Staff

Are you looking for an item? An answer? A suggestion? This group is here to help. If your branch staff doesn't know the answer to your question, they likely know where to help you look. All you have to do is ask.

Patrons check out the big cats in Dearborn.

Learn Something New

This program featuring big cats is one of the many ways to learn at the library. Books, movies, music, databases, events, classes, and more are all here waiting to teach you something new today.