Fri. Mar. 2 The Whiting presents: The Chieftains
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.
The Whiting, 1241 E. Kearsley St., Flint
Fri, Mar. 2 First Fridays: Finding the Michigan Meteor
Learn how some clever calculations and teamwork led a group of astronomers from Longway Planetarium and searchers from the Farmington Community Stargazers on a hunt to find the Michigan Meteor. This fireball, or bolide, burned up in the skies over Michigan on January 16 and was seen and captured in video over a six-state area. Longway astronomers used footage from their security cameras to triangulate a rough fall location, as well as data from the American Meteor Society and friends at NASA. The group hit the jackpot, discovering three pieces of the Michigan Meteor. Hear the story of the search and see actual pieces of the Michigan Meteor at this presentation. 6-6:45pm
Longway Planetarium 1310 E. Kearsley St., Flint
Fri, Mar. 2- Sun. Mar. 4 The Flint Community Players presents: Dial ‘M’ for Murder
Tony Wendice married his wife, Margot, for her money and now plans to murder her for the same reason. His scheme takes an unexpected twist in this classic spellbinder about a murder-for-hire gone wrong. This play is rated PG. Fri. and Sat. performances 7:30-9:30pm. Sun. performance 2:30-4:30pm
Tom & Bea Nobles Performance Hall, 2462 S. Ballenger Highway, Flint
Fri. Mar. 2-Sun. Mar. 4 The Fenton Village Players presents: Things My Mother Taught Me
Enjoy this comedy about Olivia and Gabe who are moving into their first apartment together. They’ve just packed up their belongings and driven halfway across the country, to start a new life together in Chicago. Things become slightly complicated when their parents show up to help on moving day. The play takes a generational look at relationships and how sometimes parents pass their best lessons onto their children without even meaning to. Friday and Saturday 7-9pm, Sunday 2-4pm
Fenton Village Playhouse, 14197 Torrey Rd., Fenton
Sat. Mar. 3-Sun. Mar. 4 Fenton Community Expo
Browse over 100 exhibitor tables offering prizes and giveaways while enjoying tasty local food vendors, live entertainment, a petting zoo, a kid’s zone and more. Sat. 10am-5pm, Sunday 12-5pm
Fenton High School, 3200 W. Shiawassee Ave., Fenton
Sat. Mar. 3 For-Mar Nature Preserve: Full Moon Hike
Join a naturalist for a hike under the magical glow of the full moon and experience what For-Mar animals see at night. Recommended for families of all ages. 6-7:30pm
For-Mar Nature Preserve, 2142 N. Genesee Rd., Burton
