The Ferndale One~Fifteen News

World History lesson at DIA for UHS seniors

May 9th 2013

Seniors from the world History & Geography classes at University High School spent a gorgeous spring day exploring and “scavenger-hunting” artwork displayed at the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Coming to Ferndale Twice: The Cliks, May 9 & June 1 (video)

May 7th 2013

First The Cliks will be at The Loving Touch on May 9, then back again June 1 as the headline band for Ferndale Pride.

Founded by front man Lucas Silveira in 2004, The Cliks have gone through the highs and lows that make an artist…

Musicians Making it in the Digital Age

May 6th 2013

Erickson moderated while musician Chris Adolf of Bad Weather California, Jesse VonDoon of CASH Music, activist musician Cavem Moetevation and Public Enemy beat-maker and Grammy-nominated producer Hank Shocklee discussed the evolution of the music industry.

Detroit Party Marching Band Surprises Downtown Ferndale (video)

May 5th 2013

When their set was over at the Ferndale Public Library, the Detroit Party Marching Band was far from finished with their Saturday night fun. So instead of packing up their instruments to head home, the eclectic group of musicians took their show on the road, playing along 9 Mile…

PTA Arts and Crafts Fair May 4

May 3rd 2013

Tickets – $1.00 each – Kids 10 & Under Free – STROLLERS WELCOME

Fine Arts, Fine Crafts, Pottery, Jewelry, Metal, Photography, Woodworking, Glass, Textiles, and MORE!

Moo Poo Fundraiser June 8

May 2nd 2013

Scores of fans will gather at the Ferndale High School football field on June 8, not to cheer their beloved Eagles on to victory, but in hopes that a cow will defecate in a lucky place.

Metro Times Blowout Comes to FPL May 2-4

April 28th 2013

The Ferndale Public Library has joined forces with Metro Times for this year’s revamped Metro Times Blowout. The library, which hosts a monthly rock concert series, will serve as one of ten Ferndale venues featuring music by local artists May 2-4. The Friends of the Ferndale Library will be selling beverages, including beer, as a fund-raiser for the library’s programs, materials and special events. Attendees will need to purchase wristbands in order to enter the library for the event.

Happy(ish) author to host book reading event May 4

April 25th 2013

Happy(ish) follows Jane Pearson who is single, thirty-five and reluctantly dressed as a squirrel. When she’s not covered in fake fur, Jane sleeps with the wrong men, avoids laundry, sets her vibrator on fire, and dodges her mother’s demanding phone calls.

Ferndale Family Fundale April 27 and more

April 25th 2013

Family Fundale will take place 1:00 to 4:00 on Saturday afternoon, April 27, 2013. The event was created to introduce people to family-friendly business in Downtown Ferndale.

Day of Books and Roses

April 24th 2013

The Day of Books and Roses brought Ferndale together in support of the Ferndale Public Library, and honored the legend of St. Jordi of Catalonia. On this day, lovers exchange books and roses and it is the number one day for book sales in Spain. The official day is April 23. Here in Ferndale it was celebrated on April 21, with food, wine, poetry readings and music added into the mix.

The Great Cloth Diaper Change 2013 (video)

April 21st 2013

Thousands of babies around the country all got changed at 11am as part of the attempt. The stunt not only gives the families something fun to be part of, it helps raise awareness about the benefits of cloth diapers.

Poets at the Ferndale Library (video)

April 20th 2013

With sensitivity, fanciful imagery, memories put to paper and even humor, four poets shared their work at the Ferndale Public Library on April 16. Mary Jo Foirth Gillett, Dennis Hinrichsen, Christine Rhein and D’Anne Withowski kept the crowd in awe with their verses. The event was sponsored by Springfed Arts and focused on Michigan poets.

Michael Jackson Dancing – The New Ferndale Normal? (video)

April 17th 2013

Regularly seen in walkable big cities, street performers hope for tips as they entertain passer-bys. In this case Benny Leibhan captured a performer doing a Michael Jackson routine in front of Buffalo Wild Wings

Mike Nesmith of Monkees Fame and the Sold Out Magic Bag Show

April 16th 2013

Nesmith later posted a note about his visit to Ferndale on his Facebook page:

“Fun in Ferndale.

‘The present owner of the Monkeemobile parked it in front of the theater much to the delight of the fans and the confusion of the residents.

An Evening With Four Michigan Poets April 16

April 13th 2013

Poets Mary Jo Firth Gillett, Dennis Hinrichsen, Christine Rhein and D’Anne Witkowski will read their work and participate in book signings. The event is sponsored by Springfed Arts, and refreshments will be provided.

Celebrate a Day of Books and Roses April 21 (video)

April 6th 2013

Dragon’s blood, books, chivalry, and love – it’s all in the mix at the Day of Books and Roses festival at the Ferndale Public Library on Sun, Apr. 21 from noon to 5 pm.

Get Your Fingerprints on Ferndale Pride: Volunteers Invited!

April 2nd 2013

There are many tasks to be done including planning, promoting, handing out posters and flyers, fundraising, advance events, bar parties, staffing entrances the day of the festival for donations, working at the…

Coolidge Talent Show to Fund Sleepaway Camp for Kids April 27

April 2nd 2013

Organizers are currently looking for local businesses to advertise in the program. The show takes place April 27 at Ferndale High School beginning at 7pm.

Ferndale Recreation Newsletter April 1, 2013

April 1st 2013

The Ferndale Recreation Department would like to honor Mike Pozolo as the Volunteer Basketball Coach of the season. He has demonstrated great commitment, enthusiasm, and accomplishments towards our youth Little Eagles basketball program.

Hidden Stories in Art Presentation April 4

March 30th 2013

The Detroit Institute of Art at the Ferndale Public Library are presenting Hidden Stories in Art, a presentation to enrich attendee’s appreciation of art. The event is Thursday, April 4, 2013 at 7pm at the Ferndale Public Library.