Born 2b LGBT

Its about that time!!! Ferndale Pride is June 14- 17. Be there or be [   ]!!!


Thursday
Beyond The Bar 2012 (7-10 pm)
Join us as we celebrate an amazing collection of applied arts, during the opening reception at the Affirmations center. Appetizers, wine and beer, will accompany this showcase; along with musical selections from some of the area's finest DJs.


Friday

MotorCity Bears Charity Dinner & Silent Auction (5-8:30 pm)
Light the night against hate (8:30-10)
Light the Night Against Hate’ has been re-designed for 2012 as a self-directed walking tour through downtown Ferndale and its adjoining neighborhoods. While details of the route are developing, the plan is for walkers to visit welcome stations along the way where they can learn more about historical and contemporary issues surrounding hate in our schools and communities, including hateful speech in social media and online bullying. Walkers may also participate in a candle lighting ceremony and carry colorful glow sticks to visibly unite against hate.

Saturday

Third Annual Southeast Michigan Dyke March (2-6 pm)

Join us for the Third Annual Southeast Michigan Dyke March on Saturday, June 16, 2012, in Downtown Ferndale. We march to promote visibility, inclusion and equality for lesbian, bisexual and transgender individuals. Join us for this all-ages, family-friendly event.We will meet in the Withington Lot Alley (next to The Rust Belt Market) and march west on Nine Mile Road. A rally will follow at Geary Park.

Bears in Speedos Car Wash (3-6 pm)

Sunday

The Rainbow Run 5k (9:30 am-1 pm)

The Rainbow Run is a 5k run/walk for acceptance and diversity. Spearheaded by the Ferndale Area Chamber of Commerce and presented by Comerica Bank, the run will weave through the streets of downtown Ferndale the morning of the Ferndale Pride Market Days as one of the many events taking place throughout the Ferndale Pride weekend.

Ferndale Pride (starts at 12 pm)

Ferndale Pride strives to recognize and promote pride for the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and ally communities, working with residents, businesses, community groups, and all segments of the community to welcome and promote the celebration of diversity.