Weekend Planner: Fundraisers, Stand-Up Comedy, Concerts at Library and Rust Belt

First Stop Friday at the Library: Elemental and Bastion

• What: Concert featuring Elemental and Bastion
• When: 6:30 p.m. on Friday
• Where: , 222 E. Nine Mile Rd, Ferndale
• Cost: Free
• What else: Two local bands, Elemental and Bastion, will be showcased as part of the library's monthly First Stop Friday concert series. All ages are welcome. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and music begins at 7 p.m. For more information, visit ferndale.lib.mi.us

Ahmed Ahmed at Magic Bag

• What: Performances from stand-up comedian Ahmed Ahmed
• When: Friday, two shows - 7 p.m. and 10 p.m.
• Where: , 22920 Woodward Ave, Ferndale
• Cost: $20
• What else: Ahmed Ahmed can be seen in such films and television shows asIron Man, You Don’t Mess With The Zohan, Vince Vaughn’s Wild West Comedy Show, The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and more. For more information, visit www.themagicbag.com.

Cerebral Palsy Fundraiser in Hazel Park

• What: A hockey match to benefit the Metro Detroit chapter of United Cerebral Palsy.
• When: 4 p.m. Saturday
• Where: Hazel Park Viking Arena Ice Skating Rink, 1555 E. Woodward Heights Blvd., Hazel Park
• Cost: $10
• What else: Niki Cassavoy will play hockey against her son, Holden, who has cerebral palsy. They’ll spar on ice, both seated in sleds to even the playing field, as a team of able-bodied players goes stick to stick against incredibly talented athletes with disabilities. The event precedes a Detroit Red Wings alumni face-off against the United Cerebral Palsy Pucksters in an effort to raise funds for the Metro Detroit chapter of United Cerebral Palsy. It is the organization’s largest annual fundraiser. For more information, visit www.skatewithoutlimits.org.

The Smiths United at Rust Belt Market

• What: The Smiths United, a tribute band made up of five loyal Smiths/Morrissey fans, will perform.
• When: 3:30 p.m. Sunday
• Where: , 22801 Woodward Ave., Ferndale
• Cost: Free
• What else: The Smiths United is an alternative tribute band playing a wide ranging set that encompasses The Smiths career and Morrissey's solo material. Check out local vendors at the Rust Belt Market and enjoy music at this free show. For more information, visit www.rustbeltmarket.com.

'Torch This!' Musical Review at Cliff Bell's

• What:Several to benefit Urban Neighborhood Initiatives.
• When: 6 p.m. Sunday
• Where: Cliff Bell's, 2030 Park Ave., Detroit
• Cost: $10 suggested donation at the door; food and beverages available for purchase.
• What else: The musical revue "Torch This!” will showcase 14 local women, ages 25-60, singing torch songs from an era gone by. For more information, visit rougemakeupandnails.com or call 248-439-6010.