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π± Patch AM: How neurodivergent artists will transform Affirmations this Saturday afternoon
Make time for Rummage Sale on the Ferndale Patch calendar

Good day Ferndale! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- How neurodivergent artists will transform Affirmations this Saturday afternoon
Also on today's calendar: Rummage Sale and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Monday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 64 and low of 41 degrees.
- Tuesday: Plenty of sunshine, temps: high: 67, low: 51.
- Wednesday: Partly sunny and pleasant, with a high of 73 and low of 49 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Neurodivergent Artists Featured in Art Without ATTN Convention in Ferndale Oct 10 (oaklandcounty115.com) — Ferndale residents can check out the Art Without ATTN Convention on Saturday, Oct. 10, from 1–4 p.m. at Affirmations on West Nine Mile. The free exhibition highlights neurodivergent artists with ADHD and autism, showcasing their creative processes and unique perspectives while inviting the community to learn, explore, and show support.
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📸 Around Ferndale
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Ferndale
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★ Featured events ★
- Rummage Sale →
First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, 600 N Brady Rd, Dearborn
10:00 am
Monday October 5
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Other local events
- ROYAL Networking
Royal Oak Chamber of Commerce, 200 S. Washington Ave., Royal Oak
8:00 am - Yoga and Play →
Nature's Playhouse, 777 Livernois Street, Ferndale
9:00 am - UHS Girl's Volleyball vs Oak Park High School (Away Game)
University High School, 13701 Oak Park Blvd, Oak Park
7:00 pm - Prenatal Yoga →
Nature's Playhouse, 777 Livernois Street, Ferndale
7:30 pm - FMS-Explore Health Sciences Careers at OCC
Ferndale Public Schools, 22322 Rutland Dr, Southfield
8:30 am - Sculpt Pilates →
Nature's Playhouse, 777 Livernois Street, Ferndale
9:00 am - Pilates and Play →
Nature's Playhouse, 777 Livernois Street, Ferndale
10:00 am - Spooky Storytime →
Nature's Playhouse, 777 Livernois Street, Ferndale
10:00 am - R&B Only →
Orchid Theatre, 141 West Nine Mile Road, Ferndale
9:00 pm - Meetup at Ferndale Project →
567 Livernois, Ferndale
4:00 pm - Halloween Embroidery with Ellen →
703 Livernois St, Ferndale
4:00 pm - Dykes After Dark! | Sapphic Halloween Party →
Orchid Theatre, 141 West Nine Mile Road, Ferndale
8:00 pm
Tuesday October 6
Wednesday October 7
Thursday October 8
Friday October 9
Saturday October 10
Sunday October 11
📣 Ferndale Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- CVS Health posted a job opening for Shift Supervisor in Royal Oak. Apply here.
- Family Dollar posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate I in Madison Heights. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ferndale here.
🗞 Nearby News
Oak Park
- Football Roundup: Late conversion lifts Oxford over Rochester Adams (theoaklandpress.com)
- Help my campaign reach more workers (blogspot.com)
- The Michigan Thrift Shop Where It's Almost Impossible To Leave Empty-Handed (takingthekids.com)
Royal Oak
- 2026 Candidate Interview: Deborah Anderson for Royal Oak School Board (oaklandcounty115.com)
- Holly, Orion Twp, Ortonville, and Royal Oak Honored with America in Bloom National Awards (oaklandcounty115.com)
- 2 people charged in series of package thefts at Troy apartment complex (cbsnews.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: "The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I ?" — Footsteps (Thank you Patty G. for sending it in!)
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