DEARBORN — Henry Ford College’s student-run radio station, WHFR 89.3 FM, will host its 15th Annual Record Show from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 12 in the atrium of the John McDonald Student and Culinary Arts Center on the main campus, 5101 Evergreen.
The record show has become one of the premier shows of its kind in the region, attracting vendors from the tri-state area and Canada. This show will offer thousands of rare and mainstream vinyl records, CDs, DVDs, video cassettes, and other forms of music and movie memorabilia for sale by independent, local, and out-of-state vendors. There will be door prizes, giveaways, and more.
“With so many younger people discovering vinyl these days, this is a great place to start building a collection or to find that special album you’ve been searching for to complete your collection,” WHFR General Manager Susan McGraw said. “It’s more than a record show – it’s a celebration of musical variety and a chance to engage with a vibrant and fun community.”
WHFR is accepting applications for vendors for this year’s show. Interested vendors may contact Record Show Coordinator Michael Dereniewski at 313-317-6579 or [email protected].
The public is invited. Admission is $10 for early bird admission, from 9 to 10 a.m.; $1 to $5 on a sliding scale from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and free to HFC students and employees with a valid HFC photo identification.
All proceeds benefit WHFR-FM.
“This show is open to anyone selling vinyl records, CDs, DVDs and other related items such as memorabilia or handcrafted goods,” McGraw said. “Reserve your table to showcase your unique collection and connect with other passionate collectors and enthusiastic customers.”
As a non-commercial, volunteer-staffed station, WHFR-FM is not licensed to sell commercials and must rely heavily on support from HFC and from individual donations to operate. More than 60 percent of its operating budget comes from donor support.
“The WHFR Record Show is one of the biggest ways WHFR makes money to stay on the air,” said Dereniewski, who also is WHFR multimedia manager. “We need the community’s help to keep WHFR going strong. This show only happens once a year, so don’t miss out.”
WHFR-FM began as a student radio club with a closet-sized room for public address operation in 1985. Since that time, the station has developed into an award-winning, live 24/7 broadcast and internet outlet.
On-air formats include blues, world, classical, avant jazz, indie rock, alternative/modern rock, techno, urban, big band, rockabilly, Americana, local news and views, classic radio drama, and more. All music shows highlight new releases, independent labels, and local artists.
The station will celebrate the beginning of its 40th year on the air on Dec. 20.
For questions or more information, contact Dereniewski at 313-317-6579 or [email protected].