Oakland County Fair Mixes Farming and Family Fun
For many kids, these projects mean taking charge and preparing their animals throughout the entire year for these events
Artists at Ferndale’s DIY Street Fair Share Joy in their Own Ways
Art has many rewards, both for the creator and the admirer.
Ugandan Bark Cloth Painting and Welded T-Rex Among Hazel Park Art Fair Finds
Chen had a booth at the annual Hazel Park Art Fair which graces Green Acres Park for one weekend each summer.
Broadway in the Burbs Packs Ferndale’s New Event Plaza
The area is designed to be easily closed off for events, like Broadway in the Burbs, which featured a live performance by Michigan Stage, a live painting demonstration, and booths for sharing city information.
Ferndale Pride Road Rally Raises Funds, Shows Off Local Spots
On April 10 teams competed to answer clues that led to places around town, including famous Ferndale landmarks like the hill at Martin Road Park, the skate park, the mural at Blumz by JRDesigns, and the dog park.
Eyes Were Smiling at Irish Fest in Berkley
Eyes Were Smiling at Irish Fest in Berkley (Sam Gurwin, Sept. 13, 2018) Berkley, MI –The booths are brimming with Irish wares- mugs, clothing, keepsakes and more. The two music stages were shining in the mid-morning sun. Conditions were perfect to celebrate one’s Irish heritage or just have fun at the 3rd annual County Oakland…
Pontiac Celebrates the Arts
Pontiac Celebrates the Arts (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 7, 2018) Pontiac, MI – Downtown Pontiac was bustling Friday evening as the Arts and Cultural Commission hosted the inaugural Arts and Culture Crawl. Businesses along Saginaw Street hosted performances and art exhibits from creators of all ages. Among them was rapper Sean Preston who got the…
Pontiac Celebrates the Arts
Pontiac Celebrates the Arts (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 7, 2018) Pontiac, MI – Downtown Pontiac was bustling Friday evening as the Arts and Cultural Commission hosted the inaugural Arts and Culture Crawl. Businesses along Saginaw Street hosted performances and art exhibits from creators of all ages. Among them was rapper Sean Preston who got the…
Ferndale Gets Artsy with DIY & Funky Ferndale Festivals
Ferndale Gets Artsy with DIY & Funky Ferndale Festivals (Crystal A. Proxmire, Sept. 23, 2017) Ferndale, MI – Local art, music and food fills the streets of Downtown Ferndale this weekend for the annual DIY Street Fair and Funky Ferndale Art Fair. Both continue through Sunday on opposite sides of Woodward Avenue at 9 Mile…
Getting to Arts, Beats & Eats and Figuring Out Where to Park
Getting to Arts, Beats & Eats and Figuring Out Where to Park (Arts, Beats, and Eats, Aug. 31, 2017) Royal Oak, MI – Downtown Royal Oak is going to be crowded this Labor Day weekend- to ensure you don’t need to worry about finding a spot, Ford Arts, Beats & Eats has worked out an…
Little Things Make Oakland County Fair Memorable
Little Things Make Oakland County Fair Memorable (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 16, 2017) Davisburg, MI – The Oakland County Fair wrapped up Sunday, leaving thousands of people with happy memories, new friends, and many with ribbons and trophies to be proud of. The fair features fun rides and events along with showcasing talent throughout the county. …
Pictures from Berkley Art Bash + Artist Spotlights
Pictures from Berkley Art Bash + Artist Spotlights (Jon Berz, June 14, 2017) Berkley, MI – It was a fine day for family fun and treasure hunting on a sunny, hot, breezy Saturday, and felt like the official beginning of art festival season. Over 130 artists, crafters, vendors and local businesses converged in downtown Berkley,…
Pictures from Berkley Art Bash + Artist Spotlights
Pictures from Berkley Art Bash + Artist Spotlights (Jon Berz, June 14, 2017) Berkley, MI – It was a fine day for family fun and treasure hunting on a sunny, hot, breezy Saturday, and felt like the official beginning of art festival season. Over 130 artists, crafters, vendors and local businesses converged in downtown Berkley,…
Royal Oak Arts, Beats and Eats Sept. 2-5
Royal Oak Arts, Beats and Eats Sept. 2-5 (Event Page) Royal Oak, MI – The 19th Annual Ford Arts, Beats & Eats presented by Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort takes place in Downtown Royal Oak Sept. 2-5. The festival offers more than 200 performances on nine stages, a highly ranked Juried Fine Arts Show, and…
15 (or so) Pictures from Pig and Whiskey
15 (or so) Pictures from Pig and Whiskey (Crystal A. Proxmire, July 22, 2016) Ferndale, MI – Last weekend Downtown Ferndale was full of people in search of delicious ribs and tantalizing pulled pork, bacon-tastic fair food, and of course booze and music. The Annual Metro Times Pig and Whiskey Festival is put on in…
Southfield Leap Year Winterfest to Feature Fireworks Feb. 28
Southfield Leap Year Winterfest to Feature Fireworks Feb. 28 (EVENT page) Southfield, MI -The city of Southfield will host the Leap Year Winter Fest featuring a spectacular fireworks finale on Sunday, February 28 from 2-6 p.m. in the Southfield Pavilion located in the Municipal Complex at 26000 Evergreen Road. This free community event will feature…
Metalliclaus to Light Ferndale’s Tree Nov. 28
Metalliclaus to Light Ferndale’s Tree Nov. 28 (EVENT page) UPDATE: Tree lighting time has been changed to 6pm per Metalliclaus. Here is the event page on Facebook for the latest – https://www.facebook.com/events/596328780505894/. Saturday, Nov. 28 6pm in the median of 9 Mile and Woodward Ave. in Downtown Ferndale. To kick off the holiday season and…
Ferndale: Green Cruise Aug 8
Ferndale: Green Cruise Aug 8, 2015 (event listing) The 11th Annual Sierra Club-sponsored Green Cruise on Saturday, August 8th, 2015 in downtown Ferndale, MI, is held on Nine Mile Road (blocked off) immediately east of Woodward from 10 am to 2 pm. The Green Cruise celebrates walking, biking, running, hiking, skateboarding, rollerblading, and other forms…
More Room to Revel at DIYSF 2012
“DIYSF, as an event, hit the ground running 5 years ago with threads crisscrossing through it that caught more and more momentum in each passing year. Just as the artists hone their skills we are consistently doing the same,” said Chris Johnston, event founder and co-owner of Woodward Avenue Brewers, The Emory and The Loving Touch establishments near the event site. “I think we’re going to show a lot of people a great time in Ferndale again this September.”
DIY & Funky Ferndale Make City Even More Artsy this Weekend
On September 16, 17 & 18 Downtown Ferndale will be full of art, music and energy as thousands will flock to the city for the DIY Streetfair and the Funky Ferndale Art Fair.