FERNDALE, MICHIGAN

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Fern and Learn Program: Apply Now!

Fern and Learn is a free program that lets you see how Ferndale’s government works, up close and in person. Each week, different departments will host hands-on sessions with activities, tours, games, and presentations.

Join us every Thursday evening in City Council Chambers (and more locations) from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., from April 9 through June 18, 2026. Anyone is welcome to join. To sign up, visit https://bit.ly/fernandlearn4.

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City Calendar

Mar

23

Yard Waste Season

Mar

28

1:00 to 2:30 p.m.

Eggstravaganza

May

25

City Hall is Closed in Observance of Memorial Day

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04

City Hall is Closed in Observance of Independence Day

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07

City Hall is Closed in Observance of Labor Day
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Ferndale News

March 21, 2026

Yard Waste Season Begins

The Public Works Department and SOCRRA are kicking off the annual yard waste pickup program two weeks ahead of schedule, starting the week of March 23, 2026, and running through the week of December 14, 2026. Set your yard waste out in paper kraft bags or a labeled container (labels are available at City Hall or the DPW yard) at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on your regular trash day.

March 21, 2026

Fern and Learn Returns for 2026

The Fern and Learn program is back for its fourth year! This free program lets you see how Ferndale’s government works, up close and in person. Each week, different departments will host hands-on sessions with activities, tours, games, and presentations.

March 20, 2026

Match on Main Grant Announcement

The 2026 Match on Main application is open! This is a fantastic small business grant program facilitated by the MEDC MiPlace and administered at the local level by the Ferndale Downtown Development Authority (DDA) & City of Ferndale. Project applications are due on Wednesday, March 25, 2026.
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