The last eight months have been a whirlwind for Bishop International Airport’s new Director, Nino Sapone. He was hired last March as the deputy director of operations and maintenance, and four months later found himself the interim airport director. On October 22, he was officially named director of BIA. My City Magazine sat down with him to learn a little about his background and plans for the future of Bishop.
Kwanzaa is an African-American celebration
On Saturday, December 14 the Genesee Valley Mall will be packed with excited Youth Quest Biz students as they work to sell their wares for Christmas. The fair will be located in the JCPenney wing. More than 60 young Youth Quest entrepreneurs will dazzle shoppers with an array of products including: jewelry, candles, bath bombs, décor, slime, sweets, ornaments, blankets, hot cocoa mix and more.
Voices for Children Advocacy Center invites you to attend their Holiday Open House on Thursday, Dec. 12, from 5-8pm. Located near Downtown Flint, the Big Blue House is packed with history and ornate detail, including the fireplace where “T’was the Night Before Christmas” was written. Come and learn more about what Voices for Children Advocacy Center does, enjoy light refreshments, and share the warmth this holiday season. The Center is located at 515 East St., Flint.
Lawyers in the area are once again giving a gift to the community. The Genesee County Bar Foundation and Genesee County Bar Association’s 29th Annual Community Holiday Dinner is Thursday, Dec. 19 from 4–7pm at the Masonic Temple, 755 S. Saginaw Street in Downtown Flint. The free event will feature a turkey dinner with all the trimmings. Children will have their photographs taken with Santa Claus and receive a small gift and book. No reservations necessary. No outdoor waiting. There is a warming center located in St. Paul’s Episcopal Church directly next door to the Masonic Temple. Musical entertainment provided. For more information, contact the Genesee County Bar Foundation and Genesee County Bar Association at (810) 232-6000.
Our inaugural honoree is well known throughout Greater Flint as someone who is “everywhere.” Her vivacious smile is familiar to many as she is seen volunteering with local charities including Flint Diaper Bank, Adopt-A-Pet of Fenton, Children’s Miracle Network, Pink Night Palooza, Voices for Children Advocacy Center, March of Dimes and many more.
Kicking off the shopping season on Small Business Saturday, Flint Handmade is hosting the 13th Annual Holiday Craft Market this Saturday, Nov. 30, from 10am-4pm at the Masonic Temple in Downtown Flint. The 13th Annual Holiday Craft Market will feature 40 local artisans with a large variety of unique, modern handmade items such as vintage-inspired jewelry, knit and crocheted goods, hand-poured soy candles, natural bath and beauty products, painted wood signs and much more.
Thanksgiving is a time of family, food and charity. For those in need organizations are there to help make Thanksgiving special. Starting today until Thanksgiving Thursday, turkey giveaways and free dinners are available. If you are lucky enough to be able to afford a dinner with all the trimmings this year, why not volunteer your time to make the day special for a local family.
It’s a Flint Thanksgiving Day tradition! Put on your running shoes and join in on the fun at the 63nd Annual Flint Turkey Trot at Mott Park on Thursday, November 28. The race is the oldest, consecutively run footrace in Michigan and attracts over 500 participants every year. The event features a 1-Mile and 2-Mile race for youngsters and a 3-Mile main event. Proceeds go to support the YMCA Summer Camp Program as well as Whaley Children’s Center. The event is hosted by Bauman’s Running/ Walking Shop. Runners/trotters receive medals for finishing the race, as well as pies to age group winners to enjoy with their holiday meals!
Taking place on Saturday, February 1 at the Genesys Conference and Banquet Center, the Black History Month Brunch presented by the Genesee District Library, gathers the community together to recognize the contributions of local African Americans to community and world history. This premier event is a much-celebrated affair with proceeds benefiting the Genesee District Library’s Summer Reading Challenge.
Stop gambling with your health! It’s time to stack the cards in your favor. Hurley Medical is hosting a health event devoted to men’s health issues on Thursday, November 14 at the Holiday Inn Gateway Centre, 5353 Gateway Center, Flint. Your best bet for overall wellness is learning about heart health, stroke prevention, joint replacement, hernia and more. Earn poker chips for a chance to win great prizes. There will be Chair massages, free health screenings, prize giveaways and the opportunity to talk to health experts.
