What's Up in Ferndale This Weekend?

Mardi Gras party at Howe's Bayou, Battle of the Bands and more.

Ferndale Reads Spotlight: Slaughterhouse-Five, Kurt Vonnegut and Dr. Gregory Sumner - Part 1

I look back (and forward) on my "Journey" through Kurt Vonnegut's Life and Novels - inspired by local author and U-D Professor Gregory Sumner's new book and by our FERNDALE READS Community Reading Event.

New Library Collection is 'Love Letter' to Ferndale Community

Ferndale Public Library to launch 'Lucky Day' collection on Feb. 14.

Ferndale Library Seeks Local Artists for Literature-Inspired Exhibition

Entries must be received by Friday, Feb. 15.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Saturday, Feb. 2

Annual BBQ Rib Burn-Out will be held from 12-7 p.m. in the library parking lot; plus more events today.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Friday, Feb. 1

Vinyl Underground at Dino's, live music at the library and more.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Thursday, Jan. 31

Beth Stalker at John D. Bistro, Chris Brantley at Local Kitchen and Bar and more.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Wednesday, Jan. 30

Karaoke at Dino's, All Star Blues Jam at New Way Bar and more.

Ferndale Library Recommends: Jeff's 'Supposed-To' Syllabus

There's no way you can read everything, but one can always try to catch up on the masterpieces we missed out on... Like Moby Dick! Or Huck Finn! Or...how about some Vonnegut?

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Tuesday, Jan. 29

Broken Arrow Blues at One-Eyed Betty's, open mic. night at Dino's and more.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Monday, Jan. 28

St. Mary's Prep Jazz Band and the Nighthawks Jazz Orchestra at the Ferndale Elks banquet hall and more.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Sunday, Jan. 27

Erich Goebel & the Flying Crowbars at One-Eyed Betty's and more.

Today at the Ferndale Blues Fest: Saturday, Jan. 26

Ferndale High School graduate Cody Hughes performs at Easy Like Sundae; Howard Glazer & the EL-34s at Como's and more.

Your Guide to the 2013 Ferndale Blues and Music Festival

Full schedule of events, how to donate and more.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Cecelia's Selections

Cecelia spotlights some hip new music (British neo trip-hop and ukulele-bolstered indie-pop) and recommends you revisit the most iconic of slasher flicks with a stay at the Bates Motel.

Check It Out! Historical Society Presents 'Early Ferndale' at the Library, Plus Arts Talk and More

News from the Ferndale Public Library: Two upcoming discussions this month, and the 'First Stop Fridays' music series gets The Blues.

7 Things to Do in Ferndale on Saturday, Jan. 19

Launch concert at the Loving Touch for new Ferndale-based PR company and more.

Oscars 2013: The Complete Academy Awards Nominations List

This year's contenders were announced Thursday and we'll find out Feb. 24 who wins. Which films, stars and directors get your vote? Tell us in the comments.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Kathleen's Sensible Selections

Insights on Synesthetes to Soup, and even "Sh*t" someone's dad says, our commendable Library Page Kathleen has quite a blend for this week's recommendations.

Ferndale Music Festival Offers Break From Winter Blues

12th annual Ferndale Blues and Music Festival kicks off Friday, featuring 75 concerts at 27 local venues.

Oscars 2013: The Complete Academy Awards Nominations List

This year's contenders were announced Thursday at the Academy's Samuel Goldwyn Theater. Who would get your vote?

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Ed Selects Multi-Tasking Movie-Stars

Our resident cinema specialist (and Head Reference Librarian) selects the successful triple (if not double) threats in Entertainment, writing, directing and acting under one project.

What's Up in Ferndale This Weekend?

Blues festival, art exhibit and more the weekend of Jan. 4-6.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Susan's Picks for Teen Readers

Teen-Services Librarian Susan Paley gets theatrical for younger readers, offering a bit of ballet, pop-music and whether acting in the school play could some day lead an aspiring teen to Julliard!

Ferndale Library Kicks Off New Year with Local Music Showcase and More

Plus: Zombie-Lit, art in the library, board games and more.

Local Music Blowout Expands to Ferndale

After 15 years in Hamtramck, the nation's largest all-local music festival will expand: two weekends and three cities, now including Ferndale venues.

Once You're Done Opening Presents, What's On TV This Christmas?

From a 24-hour 'A Christmas Story' marathon and a trio of 'The Santa Claus' movies, there's plenty to watch this Christmas.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Jeff's Picks

It's my turn! Trying to catch up on all the books I missed...

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Joseph Rates the Greats of Graphic Novels

What should you read next? Who better to ask than your local librarians!

Indie Shopping, John Waters Christmas and Other Things to Do in and Around Ferndale this Weekend

Weekend picks for local culture lovers include an indie shopping spree and John Waters holiday show.

Top Local Music Albums of 2012 (Part 2 of 2)

Plus, for your weekend's entertainment, consider the FernCare Free Health Care Benefit this Friday at the Loving Touch.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Tracy's Fave Holiday Films

Need something new to screen for your own personal marathon of holiday DVDs?

Top Local Music Albums of 2012 (Part 1 of 2)

It's been a busy year buoyed by cool events and album releases in the Ferndale area.

Your Guide to Ferndale's 2012 Holiday Ice & Winterfest Market Dec. 7-9

Annual event kicks off Friday night with official tree lighting ceremony.

Take Me Out Tonight: Things To Do In & Around Ferndale This Weekend

Weekend recommendations for music and culture lovers.

Benefit Show in Ferndale to Support South Oakland Shelter

It's the time of year to think of your fellow man, the spirit of good will and peace and philanthropy should prevail. This weekend sees just one of many notable benefit shows in the area.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Jessica's Picks

Get to know our new director. Jessica Keyser suggests the newest titles by her long-held favorites (one of which just recently won the National Book Award! Fine taste, indeed).

Distortion Comes Clean as Local Band Finds What Fits Best

Release show for FUR's 'Image on the Reverse' to be held Dec. 15 at the Loving Touch in Ferndale.

Ferndale Library Staff Recommends: Jillean's Picks

Head of Youth Services Jillean McCommons props Peace with this week's picks - from a cute vegetable-themed allegorical picture book to the biography of Alfred Nobel. Peace on Earth (through books!).

Seeing Red: DIA and Ferndale Library Present 'The Power of Color in Art'

On Dec. 4, Wendy Evans will feature works throughout history (from the DIA art collection) to illustrate the impact of color upon art.