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Art March Opening Celebration at 215 WEST

March 01 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Description

Art March Opening Celebration at 215 WEST kicks off a month long celebration of creativity in Downtown Ferndale. Families can enjoy live music, artist meet and greets and hands on creative inspiration in a welcoming community space. Food will be available and a cash bar will be open for adults.

Event cost: Free admission. Food and cash bar available for purchase.

Event times: 3-5 p.m. March 1

Additional Information

Website: https://events.getlocalhop.com/art-march-opening-celebration/event/AEhTb2AsYQ/

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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