Dearborn’s Deli on the Avenue, located on Military just north of Michigan Avenue, will now offer outdoor seating for its patrons.

Deli On The Avenue, located on Military, just north of Michigan Avenue, was finally Okayed to offer outdoor seating.

Back in December, we told you about Vicki Barndollar’s new Deli on The Avenue and some of the hurdles she faced in opening her new shop on Military. Well, it appears she has cleared those and is moving forward.

“We have received the approval from the city’s Design Review Committee and the Zoning Board to place tables outside the Deli,” Barndollar tells us. “I see everyday that the West Dearborn area is in such need of rebuilding and I want people to know that is what I am trying to do. I tried to create a quaint garden like atmosphere outside for the customer’s enjoyment along with enhancing the area around us.”

On those 80 degree days with the lightest wind and no clouds in the sky, nothing is better than enjoying your favorite food and beverage while seated outdoors. Dearborn could certainly use more of that because it helps make the city appear alive. It’s just unfortunate that traffic on Michigan Avenue is freeway fast. Kind of puzzling why the speeds aren’t more strictly enforced, particularly between Nowlin and Brady streets. But that’s a discussion for another day . . .

As for Barndollar and her Deli, she has planted flowers, placed tables and park benches outside of her shop to the rear of her building.

“I want people to see that even though I am only a small little place tucked in the corner, I will do whatever it needs to get people in and dress up our vacant downtown district,” Barndollar says. “No matter what hurdles I have had to deal with, I still love coming here everyday, and the great people we have met, and the new friends we have made. Don’t get me wrong, it has been difficult but I look out at the (Sacred Heart) church everyday and pray I stay open for another day.”

(Source: City of Dearborn press release)

A variety of basic computer workshops will return to the Henry Ford Centennial Library throughout the month of May.

All workshops are free, but advanced registration is required.

Those learning to use a computer for the first time will be interested in the Basic Computers workshop. No computer knowledge or experience is required. Basic Computers will be offered on Monday, May 3 from 6-8:30 p.m. and Friday, May 14 from 2-4:30 p.m.

Internet Basics, a workshop targeted towards those who already have basic computer skills but want to learn more specifically about how to search and use the Internet, will be offered on Friday, May 7 from 2-4:30 p.m. and Monday, May 17 from 6-8:30 p.m.

Those interested in learning how to establish and use their own e-mail account can register for E-Mail Essentials, which will be offered on Monday, May 10 from 6-8:30 p.m.

Registration for each class begins one week prior to the class meeting. Visit or call the HFCL Adult Reference Desk at (313) 943-2330 to register or for more information.

Fliers containing the entire spring schedule can be picked up at the Reference Desk and the schedule is available on the library website at www.dearbornlibrary.org

Workshops are limited to 14 seats so register early.

Library card holders and Dearborn residents will receive preferential registration, space permitting; nonresidents will be placed on a wait list and will be notified shortly before the class date if any seats are still available.

All workshops will meet in the training room on the first floor (southwest corridor) of the Henry Ford Centennial Library, 16301 Michigan Ave.

Treat mom to something extra special for Mother’s Day this year by enjoying brunch in the elegant atmosphere of Henry and Clara Ford’s Fair Lane home.

-Meet the Henry Ford Estate’s own Mrs. Clara Ford, Michigan Mother of the Year for 1950!

-Purchase beautiful flowers for a very special mom!

Price: $32 Adults, $12 kids(5-12), & 4 & under free

Where: 4901 Evergreen Rd. Dearborn, MI 481248

For reservations: Call 313.593.5590

Advance reservations are required. All sales are final and non–refundable.

Seatings available at 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.