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Join downtown Ferndale in celebrating the holidays with any number of their many upcoming "Holidates." These special events emphasize small businesses and shopping local while celebrating the rich culture of the city and the holiday season.

Began officially by American Express in 2010, downtown Ferndale celebrates Small Business Saturday on Nov. 26 this year. In contrast to Black Friday Holidates encourages shoppers to support small and local businesses.

Downtown Ferndale asks you to shop, dine and stay local on Nov. 26 to support the city's local business and foster a diverse economy. For more information and a full list of Holidates such as "Wings & Wishes Tree Lighting" and "Merry Midnight Madness," go to downtownferndale.com

Music & More

Seattle-born singer and songwriter Judy Collins has thrilled audiences with her musical talents for over 50 years. Her unique sound has included elements of folk, pop, rock 'n' roll, showtunes, and traditional pop standards. Known for classic renditions of "To Every thing There is a Season" and "Amazing Grace," Judy was essential in bringing singer- songwriters such as Joni Mitchell and Bob Dylan to a wider audience.

In '68, Collins won a Grammy Award for Best Folk Performance or Folk Recording for the track "Both Sides Now." In 1993, she performed for Bill Clinton's first inauguration, performing "Chelsea Morning," the song that inspired the Clinton's to name their daughter Chelsea. Now 71, Collins continues to create music and perform 80 to 100 dates a year.

Collins performs at 9:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at The Arkat316 S. Main St. in Ann Arbor. Tickets are $49.50. For more information, go to theark.org.

Theater

EMU Theatre welcomes in the holiday season with the family friendly production "Go, Dog! Go." RD. Eastman's classic comes to life in this vibrant adaptation filled with fun, song and dance. "Go, Dog! Go" will play in the Quirk Theatre Dec. 2, 9 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 3, 4, 10, 11 at 2 p.m.

Based on the beloved children's book by RD. Eastman, this zany musical follows the antics of several colorful dogs who behave an awful lot like humans - driving cars, getting jobs, having parties and wearing hats! Audiences will enjoy the high energy of these canine characters playing baseball, singing, dancing, juggling and riding everything on wheels they can find!

Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for students, and $7 for ages 5-12.

Performances will take place in the Quirk Theatre in the Quirk Dramatic Arts Building on EMU's Ypsilanti Campus. For tickets, call 734-487-2282.