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After eight weeks of improv classes, Go U! Improv Academy students take the stage. Their class show plays the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Class shows span a few nights, so double-check you're buying tickets for the right one.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Motown Roller Club’s “Rollin’ on the River” rolls out Tuesday, September 29, at 6 p.m. at Robert C. Valade Park in Detroit. It’s the 8th season, with beginner skate class 6–7 p.m. and group rollouts 7–9 p.m. along the Riverwalk and Dequindre Cut—family-friendly fun.
Robert C. Valade Park

A free, safe space for LGBTQ+ Arabs and Arab Americans in Metro Detroit to share stories, find resources, and support each other in building community.
Affirmations Rooms 204 and 205, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Always wanted to try improv? At Fresh Sauce, the weekly jam at the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, anyone can get on stage on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 9 p.m.. It's free and no ticket is needed: show up early to sign up and play, or just grab a seat and watch.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Four local improv troupes, one stage. The Weekend Finale plays the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 7 p.m., with Secret Menu, the newest launch group, special guests and a headlining set from long-form house team The Clubhouse. Stick around afterward for Fresh Sauce, the free open improv jam.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Grosse Pointe Theatre stages Les Misérables on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at 2 p.m. at 15001 East Jefferson Avenue in Grosse Pointe Park. It's a big title on Jefferson Avenue, and with ten performances in the run, it's easy to find your date.
Grosse Pointe Theatre

Heart of the Work is an annual awards event held in Ferndale, presented this year as a drag show celebrating community. Eight outstanding community members and collectives are honored for contributing to a safer, more affirming Michigan LGBTQ+ environment.
Affirmations Gallery, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

This is improv with the gloves off. Late Night House Party hits the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 9:30 p.m., with Michigan's top improv comedians mixing short-form games and fully improvised scenes built on your suggestions. The vibes are edgy, the drinks are flowing, and it's recommended for adults.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Two teams, one stage, and your suggestions call the shots. The Go Comedy! All-Star Showdown hits the Go Comedy! Improv Theater, 261 East Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at 7:30 p.m.. Think Whose Line is it Anyway: short improv games, challenges, and two teams battling for your laughs.
Go Comedy! Improv Theater

Ian Finkelstein is a pianist, producer, DJ, and composer who stands out as a leading figure among Detroit's next generation jazz innovators. Renowned for his virtuosity and dynamic performances, he has gained a diverse audience from Detroit to international stages.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

The Affirmations team participated in the Funky Ferndale Art Fest, offering unique and mystery-themed artworks while sharing information about their community-building efforts in Ferndale. Proceeds from the sales supported Affirmations’ services.
Affirmations

BOLD (Black. Open. Loving. Defiant.) is a support group offering emotional support, resource sharing, advocacy, and skill-building for adult members of the Black LGBTQIA+ community. It provides a structured, culturally competent, and trauma-informed space that is inclusive and empowering.
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

The GUD Band is a Detroit-based live band blending soul, blues, and jazz with elements of R&B, funk, and gospel. Their energetic performances combine smooth vocals and top-notch musicianship to create a lively and memorable musical experience.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

The Stonewall Run Club in Ferndale starts at Affirmations and offers weekly 5K and 10K running routes with changing end locations: finishing at Soho on even weeks and at Sidecar Slider Bar on odd weeks. In inclement weather, the run is replaced by an indoor social meet-up at the bar.
Affirmations

The PATH Outreach Team from Community Housing Network offers personalized support and resources to individuals who are homeless, living on the streets, in unsafe conditions, or facing mental health challenges, to help them find affordable housing solutions.
Affirmations Rooms 201 and 202, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220

Thornetta Davis is an international singer, songwriter, and independent recording artist with multiple honors including the Detroit Blues Society's Living Lifetime Achievement Award and a star on the Canada South Blues Museum Walk of Fame. She is a multi-time Detroit Music Awards and Blues Music Awards winner and nominee.
Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe, 97 Kercheval St, Grosse Pointe Farms, MI, 48236, United States

A virtual gathering of writers to share current projects and exchange ideas, fostering inspiration for new works. The group meets twice a month to support and encourage creativity among participants.
Affirmations

An event for LGBTQ+ individuals of all ages to engage in crafting and meaningful intergenerational conversations. Craft supplies and conversation cards are provided to facilitate connection.
Affirmations Intergenerational Community Room, 290 W Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale, 48220
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