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KGMI News/Talk 790 - PodcastsSara O'Connor: Ferndale Pride WeekendKGMI's Emma Toscani talks to Sara O'Connor from Ferndale Connects about the inaugural Ferndale Pride Weekend.2025-07-1809 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTAuthor Interview: em dickson ~ Beyond They/ThemThis week, we're chatting with em dickson, author of Beyond They/Them: 20 Influential Nonbinary and Gender-Diverse People You Should Know, illustrated by Cameron Mukwa.
Turns out em went to college with our Podcast's cohost Mary Grahame, over at Simmons University in Boston; you'll get a lot of their charming history together, including Mary Grahame's path to becoming a Youth Librarian and em's journey to become a published Children's Author!
em dickson (e/em/eir/she) holds an MA in Children's Lit, along with an MFA, both earned from her time at Simmons; along with er re...2025-06-291h 21
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTFiber Arts + Painted with Silk Recap: Detroit Institute of ArtsHere are some things we know to be true:
1.) The Detroit Institute of Arts is simply a gem of a cultural destination and community resource that enlightens, educates, enriches, and entertains the tri-county Metro area and beyond!
2.) Their incredible exhibition, Painted with Silk, just closed last week, spanning the art of early American Embroidery from the 1600s up into the 1830s, just one of many special exhibitions curated by the DIA and open to the public year-in and year-out!
3.) We have two podcast cohosts, Erin & Mary Grahame, who are enthusiastic practioners and appreciators o...2025-06-1645 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTInterview with Singer/Songwriter Carolyn StrihoAward-winning singer/songwriter, musician & poet Carolyn Striho will be here at the Ferndale Library on June 18 for a live performance in our courtyard to kick off our annual Summer Concert Series! Visit https://www.carolynstriho.com to find more information about this incredible artist, previous albums, songs, and her poetry collection , Detroit Maiden Energy.
Featured music in this episode, by Carolyn Striho:
I Will Rise
Piano Moon
2025-06-1225 min
Regarding FerndaleALPRs and Flock Systems in FerndaleSubject: Review of Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology, Flock Safety's Role, and Associated Civil Liberties ConcernsKey Sources:Excerpts from "A Texas Cop Searched License Plate Cameras Nationwide for a Woman Who Got an Abortion" (404 Media)Excerpts from "Anti-Surveillance Mapmaker Refuses Flock Safety's Cease and Desist Demand" (Electronic Frontier Foundation - EFF)Excerpts from "Flock Safety - Ferndale MI PD Transparency Portal" (Ferndale Police Department)Excerpts from "How to Pump the Brakes on Your Police Department’s Use of Flock’s Mass Surveillance License Plate Read...2025-06-0422 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTFerndale Library's Summer Reading SpectacularThis week, we're getting nostalgic AND providing some reading recommendations! It's our podcast's annual Summer Reading Spectacular! We're talking about books that we have fond memories of reading during the summers of our past, as well as particularly fond memories tied to the Summer Reading Programs hosted by the public libraries we attended as kids/teens!
Correction: We discuss the 2024 book Bitter Water Opera by Nicolette Polek, because we're huge fans and it's a fine novel to read during the summertime, HOWEVER, we mention that Polek graduated from Harvard, but she in fact graduated from the Yale Divinity School ~ and current...2025-05-081h 17
Regarding FerndaleFerndale City Council Roundup - Apr 2025This briefing summarizes the main themes, important ideas, and key facts from the Ferndale City Council meetings on April 14th and April 28th, 2025. It highlights crucial discussions around the upcoming millage election, the Ferndale Pride event, and the proposed vacant structure ordinance, alongside other departmental updates and community concerns.2025-05-0225 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTFiber Club Group Show: Material MotivesThis week, we're chatting with Katie Shulman, founder of Fiber Club*, a network of artists and creative practitioners working in Southeast Michigan, joined here by one of the community's key administrators, Jessica Paruch! Both of these artists joined us to talk about an upcoming Group Show featuring Fiber Club Members, hosted here at the Ferndale Library, titled Material Motives! The Opening Reception is Thursday, April 24, 6p-8p. Learn more here: https://www.fiberclubdetroit.org/
2025-04-0448 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTWe're Ditching Dewey (in Youth Nonfiction)This week, our Youth Librarians will shift and relabel their Nonfiction section as we switch from the Dewey Decimal System to the new Ferndale-METIS system! This change is only effecting nonfiction books in the Kids Corner, but it was quite a "journey." Tune in to hear the whole story!
2025-03-2748 min
Good Morning Ferndale!Good Morning Ferndale - Episode 7 - 03/06/25Send Corey and Christine a text!Ferndale is rockin' with the opening of the new Ferndale Market - but there are a few detractors!Also: A big price announcement on Wegovy!And: A Mushroom Coffee update.Plus: Now you can make appointments at the Arkansas Dept. of Finance for your license renewal and other related stuff - and a new app for your AR driver's license!Not to mention an update on Dead Jenny, our former pet Dachshund. We're giving her a tree to pee on for eternity!2025-03-0618 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTCool Library People: Spotlight on Ferndale LIbrary!It's our ongoing miniseries, featuring voices & personalities from public libraries all across Michigan! This week, we've turned the spotlight on us--the Ferndale Library--as we interview our new Director, Drew Macaulay, who's had quite a journey, career-wise, to wind up here in library world!
2025-02-2140 minGood Morning Ferndale!Good Morning Ferndale - Episode 3 - 02/05/25Send Corey and Christine a text!Good Morning Ferndale with Corey & Christine Deitz.In this episode:Dollar General vs. Ferndale Market!Arkansas' Ice Pick Bandit is on the run!Mushroom Coffee and Why Lobsters Don't Really Scream in the Pot!Furries at Convention Told Not to Sexually Harass Each Other!Did you know? Corey Deitz offers another podcast called, "The Best of The Corey and Jay Show Podcast." It's available wherever you listen to your podcasts. That's The Best of The Corey...2025-02-0518 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTAuthor Interview: Kelly J. Baptist
Tune in to our podcast this week for an interview with local author Kelly J. Baptist. One of Baptist's recent books, 'Eb & Flow,' was selected for this year's Battle of the Books, where Ferndale Upper Elementary Fifth-Graders form teams to compete in a trivia-style tournament answering questions about the books they've read! Baptist was raised in Detroit and currently resides on the west side of the state. alittletooquiet.podbean.com
2025-01-3145 min
Regarding FerndaleFerndale City Council Meeting 1-13-2025Summary:
This Ferndale City Council meeting covered the 2024 Holiday Lights Awards, with winners from each quadrant recognized. The council approved contracts for park sidewalk improvements and Hilton Road resurfacing, both partially funded by grants. Updates were provided on a water billing error, upcoming events, and the arrival of a new ambulance. Council members concluded the meeting with comments on community events and local achievements.
Timestamped Chapters:
0:00:00 - Call to Order and Pledge of Allegiance
- Meeting called to order at 7:02 PM
- Pledge of Allegiance
0:00:27 - Roll Call2025-01-1437 minRegarding FerndaleFerndale Headlee Override Town Hall 2 12-17-24Summary:
The Ferndale City Council held a meeting to discuss options for a Headlee Override proposal after a previous proposal failed in November. The meeting included presentations on the city's financial situation, interactive polls to gauge public opinion, and open discussions with residents.
Chapters:
Chapter 1: Introduction and Background (0:00:00 - 0:12:22)
Welcome and overview of the meeting agenda.
Recap of the November town hall and resident feedback.
History of Headlee Override in Ferndale.
Explanation of the city's general fund revenue sources and limitations.
Chapter 2: Cost Pressures and Spending Constraints (0:12:23 - 0:20:30)
Open forum...2025-01-021h 27Regarding FerndaleCity of Ferndale City Council Meeting 12-16-24Agenda 1:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
PRESENTATION
4.A 2024 Ferndale Community Foundation and Ferndale Pride Grant Distribution
4.B Delivery of the Flock Yearend Report
CALL TO AUDIENCE Strict half-hour; excess of half-hour immediately prior to Call to Council.
Please state your name and address.
Time Limitation for Public Comment - 3 minutes per speaker
PUBLIC HEARING - Time Limitation for Public Comment - 3 minutes per speaker
CONSENT AGENDA
REGULAR AGENDA
8.A Second Reading and Consideration of Adoption of Zoning Ordinance
8.B Approval of the FY2026-FY2031 Capital Improvement Plan
8.C Consideration of Lead Service Line Replacement Contract...2024-12-174h 32
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTLibrary Spotlight: Berkley Public LibraryIt's our continuing series, "Cool Library People," where our staff (here at Ferndale) help introduce you, dear listener, to a variety of library workers based all around Michigan. It's a fun chance to hear different perspectives on the awesomeness of libraries, as well as get to know other institutions, as we do today, with the Berkley Public Library. We're chatting with one of its clerks, Lisabeth Posthuma, who notes her previous experience in teaching, as well as her life as a writer and published author! She also has nostalgic experience of working in a video store, which informed her...2024-12-1429 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTCool Library People (Library Spotlight) - Van Buren District LibraryThis week, we're spotlighting the Van Buren District Library with our guest, Elissa Zimmer! Elissa is currently Van Buren's Assistant Director. Still, she was once, not too long ago, a Youth Librarian here at Ferndale, which will explain why our hosts are so familiar with Elissa from the get-go. Van Buren District Library serves residents with seven branch libraries. Elissa has been the branch manager of the Webster Memorial Library for more than two years; she became VBDL's Assistant Director in May of this year. https://www.vbdl.org/
2024-12-0429 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTBanned Books WeekWe're back, after a brief hiatus, here on the last day of 2024's Banned Books Week. Hosts Jeff & Mary Grahame talk about the importance of observing Banned Books Week and why they prefer a bit of a cuter phrase for it, such as "Freedom to Read 'Em."
This ongoing podcast is hosted and produced from inside the Ferndale Area District Library, just one mile north of Detroit, Michigan. Coming up in this season, we'll continue to bring you unique portraits of life inside of a library while demystifying misconceptions around the mission of libraries and the work o...2024-09-2855 min
KMUD NewsFerndale Horse Deaths Prompt New Rules from Racing BoardThis year, the Humboldt County Fair saw two horse euthanizations, raising Ferndale's total to 24 since 1994. The average racing fatality rate is 1.32 per 1,000 starts, but Ferndale's exceeds five times that. The California Horse Racing Board is investigating, emphasizing horse welfare. Despite industry struggles, Ferndale’s revenues are rising, with over $1 million in purses and 240 competing horses. New regulations will limit older horses from racing.2024-09-2112 min
Daily DetroitInside a new coffee spot (Shibam), Pair of Ferndale food favorites, and Detroit RenCen ReactionWelcome to your Daily Detroit for Friday, July 19, 2024, podcasting from our studio in TechTown in Detroit, Michigan. Jer and Devon dive into the latest happenings around town, including new coffee spots, dining experiences, and a reactions to the reaction on the future of Detroit's iconic Renaissance Center. Shibam Coffee in Dearborn Jer and Devon discuss the unique flavors of Yemeni coffee at Shibam, a new coffee shop in Dearborn. With its rich history and distinct taste, Shibam is making waves not only locally but also with new locations opening in Canton MI, Texas...2024-07-1922 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTSheela Lal - South Asian Shuffle & Unerased Book ClubTune in to the podcast this week to hear our chat with Sheela Lal, the host of Ferndale Radio 100.7 FM's South Asian Shuffle (streaming Wednesday nights)! We also chatted with Sheela about the Unerased Book Club, which she co-founded back in 2018. Oh, and we ALSO chat about our monthly Chess Club!
https://www.unerasedbookclub.com/
https://ferndaleradio.com/
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLCRdejUlw4Tmdo7g0nLFcZ_h_bDV-W43p
2024-05-1441 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTRuth Behar - Across So Many SeasRuth Behar is a Cuban-American author and currently a Professor of Anthropology at the University of Michigan. Her work, spanning fiction, poetry, and memoir, includes Lucky Broken Girl, Letters From Cuba, and her latest, Across So Many Seas. As you'll hear on the podcast, Ruth has a lot of fans here at the Ferndale Library.
About her latest book, Across So Many Seas: Spanning over 500 years, Pura Belpré Award winner Ruth Behar’s epic novel tells the stories of four girls from different generations of a Jewish family, many of them forced to leave their country and start...2024-04-1139 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTBoisali Biswas - Bonded Thru Threaded MemoriesThis week, we're chatting with esteemed studio artist Boisali Biswas, who specializes in mixed-media fiber arts. Biswas recorded this podcast episode just before the closing of her exhibition, which was hosted here at the Ferndale Library throughout the late winter and featured some of her painted weavings and quilts. Biswas has an incredible story—she grew up and studied art in India before moving to Michigan—and she shares it here on our podcast, so tune in!
You can find more information here: http://www.boisalibiswas.com/
Also, we discuss Biswas' upcoming show at the Buckha...2024-04-0529 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTThird Places / Third SpacesWe went ahead and recorded an entire episode using the phrase "Third Space," which is used significantly less than the original phrase: "Third PLACE." But oh well. As library staff, we like the word "space" because it just seems to imply much more possibility! Anyway, whether you say "Third Place" or "Third Space," the idea is simple: it's not your workspace, it's not your home space, it's your THIRD SPACE..., a communal space where you can exist, relax, be creative, and ideally not be expected or required to pay any admission or purchase something in order to be there.
Y...2024-03-3053 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTDoctor WhoThis week, we have a panel comprised of DOCTOR WHO fans who are not only ready to discuss their favorite "doctors," their favorite episodes, and their favorite companions, but they're also here to explain the long popular British science-fiction television series to the "uninitiated," and get them excited about diving in. In fact, curious new fans will receive recommendations of "where to start" and even hear about some of the titles that are available here at the Ferndale Library, as well as Doctor Who-related titles that are available digitally as ebooks, audiobooks, and beyond!
2024-03-1655 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTClassic Films that Still Hold UpThey're considered classic for a reason, right? This week, our film-loving staff are talking about movies that have stood the test of time, from 1934's The Thin Man, to 1979's Alien, to a pair of John Carpenter picks, including 1988's They Live. Find us on social media and tell us YOUR picks for "classic films that still hold up..." And remember, you can find ALL of our picks HERE at the Ferndale Library.
2024-03-0152 min
Post Media TeamHIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL COMPLETE GAME: District Boys: Ferndale at Marysville Getchell 2-7-24Northwest District One 3A Boys Basketball District Tournament Opening Round, Wednesday, February 7, 2024. The Ferndale Golden Eagles travel to meet the Marysville Getchell Chargers, live from Marysville Getchell High School; Tom Lafferty and Darrell Olson on the call. KRKO Marysville Toyota Player of the Game, senior guard Shawn Etheridge who scored 11 points and captured 4 steals. Final score: Marysville Getchell 70, Ferndale 57; the Chargers advance in district tournament action. 2024-02-091h 59
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTSinger/Songwriter Dan Cafferty - Songwriters In the RoundDan Cafferty is a multifaceted artist with several unique projects spanning the genres of rock, R&B, soul, and funk. He'll be leading an upcoming SONGWRITERS IN THE ROUND event, here at the Ferndale Library on Sunday, February 18, at 2pm, featuring Steve Taylor, Emily Rose, and Michelle Held.
Find more information on Dan Cafferty here: https://www.reverbnation.com/dancafferty
And sample some music by Dan, here: https://www.reverbnation.com/dancafferty/videos
2024-02-0934 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTAll About OutreachThe staff of the Ferndale Library can often be found...OUTSIDE OF THE LIBRARY. Learn about all of the valuable community partnerships we've forged over the years and listen to exclusive interviews with local organizations and businesses like Drifter Coffee, the Ferndale Project, Ferndale Public Schools, and Affirmations Community Center.
2024-01-311h 09
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTFlashback with Josh MalermanFlashing back to our very first episode, ever! This podcast started four years ago (nearly to the day!) This weekend, we're listening back to our debut, when we sat down with local author Josh Malerman, discussing his 2019 novel, Malorie. For more information on Josh, visit his website. www.joshmalerman.com But, you can also find more information on the Friends of the Ferndale Library, the volunteer organization that made this podcast a reality, here: www.ferndalefriends.org
2023-12-1645 min
Sell My House Fast /w Priority Home Buyers!We Buy Houses Ferndale MichiganSell My House Fast Ferndale MI! If you’re looking to sell your home in Ferndale Michigan (Median Home Value of $243,381), you should know that 2023 local market data indicated an average 61 days to sale, with 33.10% of homes in selling under list price. So how do I go about selling my home fast (and getting the most cash)?
At Priority Home Buyers, we get asked to "buy my house" daily. So if you've been thinking “I need to sell my house for cash" lately, we're here to help. We offer cash for houses and would be glad to help...2023-10-0101 min
Fans With BandsJason from Ferndale Radio 100.7 FMIn this episode, we talk with Jason Krzysaik from Ferndale Radio. While record shopping in Ferndale, I stumbled upon the Ferndale Radio studio at Rust Belt Market. Jason was kind enough to invite me on the air to talk a little about music. So, it was only natural to have Jason on the podcast to share more information about this great community radio station. It was a blast learning more about Ferndale Radio, how Jason got involved, and talking about music in general. If you are near Ferndale, tune into 100.7 FM and enjoy! If you aren’t by Ferndale, yo...2023-09-2059 min
Whatcom Preps PodcastWhatcom Preps Podcast Episode 188 - Ferndale Golden Eagles PreviewTyler Anderson and Ryland Spencer sit down for a preview of the 2023 Ferndale Golden Eagles football team. Ferndale graduates a plethora of top talent, but they've been in this situation before, and always seem to find a way.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/whatcom-preps-podcast--4877233/support.2023-08-3138 min
Keepin' It Rural PodcastMeat & Greet | Ferndale TurkeyGobble gobble! Our resident blonde butcher had the chance to talk turkey with Ferndale Market as they shared the ins and outs of running a specialty-focused meat business with a rich family legacy. Listen in and don't forget your cranberry turkey sticks! Resources: Visit the Ferndale Market website: https://ferndalemarket.com/ Read through the Ferndale Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FerndaleMarket Visit the Keepin' It Rural Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/KeepinItRuralGirls/ Credits: Keepin' It Rural podcast is a part of the Keepin' It Rural Girls Community. Today’s episode was pr...2023-08-1537 min
The Small Business Big Marketing Podcast with Tim ReidHow (& why) to target small compounding growth initiatives not short-term sales with Ferndale's Leigh Edward | 646Ferndale Food’s second-generation owner Leigh Edward goes about running his multi-million dollar family business in a very refreshing way. He’s strong on values, considered in his approach, and avoids trying to be anything he isn’t. As a result, Ferndale are the producers of some of Australia’s biggest, privately-owned confectionery brands. It’s episode 646 of The (14 year-old, award-winning) Small Business Big Marketing podcast, that wreaks of the sweet, sweet smell of success! A little more about Ferndale Food's Owner Leigh Edward... I can’t really put my finger on it, however there...2023-08-1454 min
A LITTLE TOO QUIET: THE FERNDALE LIBRARY PODCASTTheatre Bizarre OrchestraThis week, we're chatting with Joshua James, musician/arranger/educator and leader of the Theatre Bizarre Orchestra. This is the "house band" for the world-famous Theatre Bizarre masquerade/Halloween bash that usually happens downtown at the Masonic Temple. This year, thanks to the Friends of the Ferndale Library, the Theatre Bizarre Orchestra will bring their zesty variety of jazz to the library's Summer Concert Series on August 22 at 6:30 pm. This is a free, all-ages show, hosted in the library's program room--don't miss it!
2023-08-0545 min
Bo and Moore PA PodcastThe Ferndale Jubilee!Send us a textThe Ferndale Jubilee kicks off this Monday, July 17th!Six straight nights of rides, games, food, fireworks, and community in FerndaleAnd the money raised from the festival goes right to aiding the community by providing financial support to local emergency services .We find out more from President and Co-Chairman Sean Glenn2023-07-1309 min