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The Ferndale Public Library benefit concert will feature four bands, a spoken-word artist and a magician beginning at 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3.
Youth Services Assistant Jordan Wright offers ideas for beginning readers through middle school-age children.
The Ferndale business will hold a Summer Mead Fest party from 2-8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, which is national Mead Day.
Find out what's happening Aug. 1-4 in town and nearby, including Shakespeare in the Park, the annual St. James rummage sale and more.
Find out what's happening Aug. 1-4 around town and nearby, including concerts, an art fair and more.
The business at 3833 12 Mile Road will provide open studio time for artists, as well as classes and workshops, owner Debby Kobayashi says.
The diner at the former site of Hogger's BBQ is expected to open before Berkley CruiseFest on Aug. 16, manager Barb Holderbaum says.
Find out who manages the outdoor speaker system along West Nine Mile Road and how the tunes are chosen.
The shop on West Nine Mile Road is offering a 50 percent discount on most of its merchandise for the near future.
Those sensitive to the pollen develop allergy or hay fever symptoms including a stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat and watery, itchy eyes.
The 11th annual event featuring food, drinks, music and cruise-watching will take place Friday, Aug. 16, at Westborn Market in Berkley.
All lanes will be open beginning Aug. 5 to make way for the Woodward Dream Cruise on Aug. 17.
Those sensitive to the pollen develop allergy or hay fever symptoms including a stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat and watery, itchy eyes.
He formerly was elected to the position in 2007 and 2009.
Supporters submit signatures Tuesday that could put a referendum on the November ballot to decriminalize the drug in the city.
Crafters and indie artists can apply for the eighth annual event beginning Thursday, Aug. 1, according to sponsor Handmade Detroit.
The last burger standing will be named “Detroit’s Best Burger of 2013.”
Register by Aug. 2 for the opportunity to speak with Holocaust survivors and learn more about Holocaust education.
A diet rich in a variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains is one of the best ways to boost your immune system.
A diet rich in a variety of fruits, vegetables and whole grains is one of the best ways to boost your immune system.
