Everybody is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. There’s lots to do to celebrate the occasion. Here’s what’s happening in the Greater Flint Area and beyond!
Sprout the love of reading and nature by sharing books, singing songs and making a craft. Recommended for families with children ages 2 and older. 11am-12pm
The Chieftains were formed in Ireland in 1962 by Paddy Moloney, one of the top traditional folk musicians in Ireland and around the world. Their ability to transcend musical boundaries to blend tradition with modern music has notably hailed them as one of the most renowned and revered musical groups to this day. Enjoy this one evening, as the band performs what they have accumulated and achieved over the last 55 years, with a few extra gems thrown in for good measure. 8-10pm.
Sprout the love of reading and nature by sharing books, singing songs and making a craft. Recommended for families ages 2 and older. Fri. 11am-12pm, Sat. 9am-9pm
Join Paulette Epstein, Planetarium Manager and Staff Astronomer at the Michigan Science Center, and find out why scientists think dark matter exists, what it could be made of and the different detection methods available to scientists right now from 6-6:45pm. Then, enjoy the 7pm showing of Space School.
When snow falls in Michigan, out come the recreational wintertime vehicles and gear! For some, that means revving up snowmobiles while others strap on downhill or cross-country skis, don snowshoes or snowboards, or grab ice-fishing poles. Perhaps the most timeless and universally-enjoyed winter tradition, however, is speeding down a snow-covered hill on a toboggan or sled.
Come out for a night of exciting hockey when the University of Michigan-Flint Men’s Hockey team plays against Northwood. 8-10pm
Sprout the love of reading and nature while sharing books, singing songs and making a craft. Recommended for all ages. 11am-12pm.
There’s nothing more soothing to the soul on a bone-chilling, cold winter day than digging in to a steaming plate of spaghetti covered with rich, satisfying meat sauce and freshly grated parmesan cheese. And, if you are a pasta lover, today is one for you to celebrate as January 4 is National Spaghetti Day!
Entertainers in January include: Wednesday 6-10pm, Michelle O’Neil; Thursday 6-10pm, Bobby Standal; Friday & Saturday 8pm-midnight, Sean Caldwell & Friends.
