The Ferndale 115 News

Nearly 100 Volunteers Clean the Ferndale Up

May 15th 2012

With nearly 100 volunteers, the Ferndale Community Foundation orchestrated a massive city-wide cleanup day on May 12, 2012.

2012 Congressional Art Competition Awards (video)

May 15th 2012

The Rust Belt Market has special guests on May 6, 2012 as Congressman Sander Levin hosted the 31st annual Congressional Art Competition for high school students in the 12th District.

Honor Michigan’s Fallen in Memorial Day Parade

May 15th 2012

Those who want to walk in the parade as part of the foot float should meet at the corner of W. Maplehurst and Livernois on Monday, May 28 at 8:30am. They should wear red, white and/or blue clothing without political, commercial or religious slogans or statements.

Oakland County to Issue Veteran’s ID Cards

May 15th 2012

The new program that has Flores excited is the Oakland County Veteran’s ID Card. For just $10 a vet can get a plastic identification card indicating that they served in the military. Before the ID cards, vets would be required to show their DD214 paperwork and state-issued identification or driver’s license to take advantage of services for veterans, including government programs and store discounts.

Who Let the Dogs Out… and took them for their walks?

May 15th 2012

When Michael Murray and his son Michael go to the Humane Society each week, the doggies who are up for adoption wag their tales in anticipation. The Murrays are volunteer dog-walkers, a job that helps out the adoption agency and is a lot of fun for the father-son team.

Run for FernCare in Heart of Detroit June 24

May 15th 2012

“Registration is $32 which partially goes back to Ferncare. Our goal this year is to raise $1,000. If each of us can raise at least $100 we should make our goal! I hope to have more registered runners this year so we can surpass our goal,” Music said.

Man and Dog Skip Retirement to Help Nonprofit

May 15th 2012

These days, even though O’Donnell recently celebrated his 80th birthday, he shows no signs of slowing down. For fun, he likes to garden and one of the things he likes most is being treasurer of the Boston Terrier Club of Detroit. “Musetta has already won her championship,” he chuckled. “She is a retired volunteer just like me.”

15 Years of WAB

May 15th 2012

Thursday, May 24th, 2012, marks the 15th year that Woodward Avenue Brewers (WAB) (22646 Woodward) has been open for business in Downtown Ferndale, MI.

Celebration of Good Police Work Turned Bittersweet

May 9th 2012

“Due to the actions of all the officers involved, the teamwork of the surrounding agencies, and the immediate, professional response by officers, a habitual offender and parolee Cornelius Maddox was taken into custody and removed from the streets.”

Jill Manchik Hired as Recreation Director

May 2nd 2012

“We are excited and confident in the skills and abilities that Jill brings to the table, and we look forward to her representing our community as the new Recreation Director,” said April McGrath, City Manager.

Downtown Ferndale Bike Shop on Mode Shift

May 2nd 2012

Powered by the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Mode Shift offers valuable news and information on topics ranging from urban planning and public health, to street design, biking safety, social equality issues, and transportation legislation

Saturday is free Comic Book Day

May 1st 2012

“It helps get people excited about reading comics. I love to see parents bring in their kids and say ‘see, Spiderman’s not just some actor on a screen, he’s here in comic books. This is where superheroes come from.”

Day of Books and Roses

May 1st 2012

The event brought together musicians, artists, booksellers, poets and other writers. Attendees each received a used book from the Library’s bookstore and a rose.

Entrepreneurial Spirit: Dean Bach

May 1st 2012

Now, many years later, Bach is the owner of Dino’s Lounge at 22740 Woodward. The “upscale but not uptight” restaurant/bar has been a Ferndale favorite since 2002, and Bach is well-known for his involvement in the community and for the events he takes part in.

High School Filmmaker Needs Votes to Win Scholarship

April 24th 2012

To see Berger’s video and vote to help her get a scholarship, go to http://www.mi2020video.com/videos/3xyw.

Community Shares Pasta Meal to Benefit Rotary’s Work

April 21st 2012

The Emory provided pasta and two different sauces; Shriner Silver Garden brought the salads; and desserts were from Peteet’s Cheese Cakes, Treat Dreams, and Dave’s Sweet Tooth Toffee.

To learn more about Ferndale Rotary, go to http://www.ferndalerotary.com/.

Entrepreneurial Spirit: Essential’s Lisa Boyd

April 18th 2012

Essential Massage Therapy offers the following services:

Swedish Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Neck, Shoulder & Back Massage
Hot Stone Massage
Women’s Reproductive Health
Prenatal Massage
Couples Massage
Reflexology
Reiki
Chair Massage

Charity of Choice: Robotics Team Needs $3,000

April 5th 2012

The cost to for the 20-member team to go to State Finals is $5,000. They’re still short $3,000 so The Ferndale 115 News is among those helping to raise funds.

Miriam Gershow Visits Ferndale Public Library

April 4th 2012

If Miriam Gershow made a bumper sticker it would say “Fiction Saves Lives.” The Berkley High graduate is the author of The Local News, a story about a teenager whose older brother went missing and how it affected her and her family. Gershow, who now lives in Oregon, came back to Michigan to do a reading from the novel at The Ferndale Public Library as part of their Ferndale Reads celebration.

Original Work Found in Library Storage Room

April 4th 2012

The painting—created as an illustration for The Story of Hiawatha–is gouache on illustration board. Room was left in the lower right corner for text, which was written by Allen Chaffee as a retelling of the famous Longfellow poem. Published in 1951, The Story of Hiawatha features Sperry’s illustrations throughout and is currently out of print, though two copies remain in circulation at the Ferndale Public Library.