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Morning Ferndale! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• How is student diversity shifting in Ferndale's public schools?
• Which Ferndale nonprofits are bringing in the most money?
• What's happening at Ferndale's David Klein Gallery this month?

Also on today's calendar: Royal Oak Garden Club Annual Perennial Exchange and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Wednesday: Periods of sun with a shower, with a high of 72 and low of 62 degrees.
• Thursday: A shower and thunderstorm, temps: high: 73, low: 57.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 77 and low of 57 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• University High School had 2 Hispanic students enrolled in 2024-25 (seoaklandnews.com) — Families in the Ferndale Public Schools district can see how University High School's enrollment is changing, with just two Hispanic students in 2024–25 and African American students making up the vast majority. The piece also notes that Ferndale Lower Elementary has the district's highest Hispanic enrollment and outlines statewide funding levels that support local schools.
   

• Ferndale 2024 non-profits by total revenue: Lifelabkids Foundation led city organizations (seoaklandnews.com) — Nonprofit finances in Ferndale are in the spotlight, with Lifelabkids Foundation leading local organizations by 2024 revenue and several familiar groups showing notable growth or declines. Residents can see how major Ferndale-based charities compare in size, funding sources, and assets, offering a clearer picture of where local philanthropic dollars are flowing.
   

• September brings numerous art events to Michigan (michiganpublic.org) — Ferndale art lovers can catch a new exhibit, UnRelated, at David Klein Gallery, with a reception on September 19 and abstract 3D works on display through October 17. The roundup also points to other September art events around Michigan and nearby Toledo, giving locals plenty of options for cultural outings beyond the city.
   

📸 Around Ferndale

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ferndale

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★ Featured events ★

Saturday September 19
• Royal Oak Garden Club Annual Perennial Exchange →
  Leo Mahany / Harold Meininger Senior Community Center, 3500 Marais Ave, Royal Oak
  9:00 am

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Other local events

Thursday September 17
• Live Music Thursday: Lilly MacPhee
  Michigan by the Bottle Royal Oak -
  6:00 pm
Friday September 18
• Oktoberfest 2026 →
  Greater Royal Oak Chamber-Commerce, 30955 Woodward Ave., Royal Oak
  11:00 am
• Toasting Hope Tasting Event
  The Townsend Hotel, 100 Townsend Street, Birmingham
  6:30 pm
Saturday September 19
• Expecto Bar Crawl - Ferndale →
  Ferndale, Ferndale
• 90's VS 2000's Throwback Party // 2010's Hip Hop on the Patio →
  Orchid Theatre, 141 West Nine Mile Road, Ferndale
• Farmers Market →
  Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak
  7:00 am
• Gilda's Walk & 5K Run →
  Royal Oak High School, 1500 Lexington Blvd, Royal Oak
  8:00 am
Sunday September 20
• Antiques & Collectibles Market →
  Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak
  8:00 am
• Hotel Royal Oak - Sunday Summer Concert Series
  Greater Royal Oak Chamber-Commerce, 811 E. 11 Mile Road, Royal Oak
  4:00 pm
Friday September 25
• LOCAL FILM PREMIERE: Ghost In The Closet Brings a Paranormal Comedy to Royal Oak's Five15 →
  Five15 Media, Mojo and More, 600 S Washington Ave, Royal Oak
  9:00 pm
Saturday October 3
• EXPO MICHIGAN MARKETPLACE local pop up shops →
  EXPO MICHIGAN MARKETPLACE 29504 Seven Mile, Livonia, MI
  10:00 am

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Chipotle posted a job opening for Crew Member in Madison Heights. Apply here.
• ABC Supply Company, Inc. posted a job opening for Delivery Material Handler/Roof Loader (536) in Highland Park. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ferndale here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hazel Park

• Hazel Park School Board votes to keep superintendent on paid leave (detroitnews.com)
• Gesher Human Services Connects Students With Disabilities to Paid Summer Jobs (thejewishnews.com)
• Hazel Park Man Fatally Stabbed During Labor Day Barbecue Dispute Over Cooking Chicken – [your]NEWS (yournews.com)

Oak Park

• Annual Senior Market Days help older adults access fresh, nutritious foods (legalnews.com)
• Gregg Allman documentary screening at the Token Lounge, 5 things to know (theoaklandpress.com)

Ok Ferndale! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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