Do you like the thrill of being scared? Do you like to help rescue dogs and cats? If so, then this is an event you won’t want to miss.

This month, the streets of Flint won’t just be filled with chrome and horsepower – a legend will grace them. For the first time, the world’s only fan-built, full-scale replica of Optimus Prime from “Transformers: Age of Extinction” will roll into Downtown Flint for the Back to the Bricks 21st Annual Main Event.

Whether you’re a lifelong learner, an inspired educator, or simply nostalgic for the smell of freshly sharpened pencils, this reading list is for you!

Nothing says summer quite like a stroll through your local farmers market! With colorful produce piled high, the scent of fresh herbs in the air and friendly faces behind every booth, it’s the perfect way to support local growers and savor the season’s best. Whether you’re hunting for heirloom tomatoes, homemade jam or just a reason to enjoy a sunny Saturday morning, Greater Flint has a crop of summertime shopping spots for you!

Whether you’re poolside, beach-bound, or just claiming the shadiest spot in the backyard, this summer’s hottest reading list is packed with heart-thumpers, tearjerkers, laugh-out-loud love stories and even a presidential thriller or two.

When you talk about automotive passion, legacy and community, few stories capture the spirit quite like that of Keith Damon from Grand Blanc. This year, Damon’s stunning 1972 Pontiac Lemans takes center stage as the official featured vehicle for the 21st Annual Back to the Bricks event – an honor that carries deep meaning not just for the car’s performance and restoration, but for the story behind it.

Sure, backyard swimming pools are nice. But whether you have one or not, any parent will tell you there is nothing like taking your children to a nearby beach for a day of summertime fun in the sun. They can hardly stand still while you apply the sunscreen and put on their water wings. Hearing their joyful cries as they fearlessly race to the water and jump in is priceless!

Whether you’re celebrating a new graduate or honoring a great dad, the perfect book can spark motivation, adventure, or even a good laugh. This thoughtfully curated list has something for every reader – true stories of heroism and tragedy, thrilling mysteries, a baseball lover’s dream, and even a dash of wilderness-inspired cooking. For the grads, we’ve included empowering reads to encourage bold thinking, purposeful living and chasing big dreams.

As May unfolds, we celebrate the love, complexities and resilience of mothers while also pausing to honor those who served our country. This month’s reading list offers something for both occasions.

Whether you have a sprawling backyard, a few raised garden beds or just a sunny windowsill, these books will help you grow something amazing! From keeping critters out of your landscaping to teaching kids about plants, this list has a little green-thumb inspiration for everyone.

Whether you’re craving a deep dive into medical history, a return to Panem, a bewitching tale or a heartfelt story of friendship, this list has something for everyone. Featuring bestselling fiction, fascinating nonfiction and must-read works by notable Michigan authors, these books promise to inform, inspire and transport you. Get ready to turn the page on your next great read!