Christmas is the most magical time of year for Tom and Holly Valent, owners of the Charles W. Howard Santa Claus School in Midland. And the role of Santa Claus is something Tom takes very seriously. “Santa Claus is one of the most well-known characters in the world!” he exclaims. “Santa is important to me. Kids never forget sitting on his knee. It is a great responsibility for every Santa to do a good job.”
It’s turkey time! Make the most of this Thanksgiving holiday in Genesee County with this week’s events listing. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving from us here at MCM!
The Historic Parshallville Cider Mill, which sits on the scenic banks of Ore Creek in Hartland Township, is located in the tiny, picturesque town of Parshallville, and it attracts thousands of visitors every year from all around the state. Formerly a Flour Mill and then a Grist Mill, its history dates back to 1869, according to the current owners, Jack and Sandy Detlef. The Detlefs have owned the mill since 1983 and it means a lot to them. “All of my grandchildren grew up here!” Sandy Detlef exclaims. “It’s like taking a step back in time.”
Sprout the love of reading and nature while sharing books, singing songs and making a craft. Recommended for families with children two years and older. 11am-12pm.
The perfect place to have fun and get some great exercise is Planet 3 Extreme Air Park (P3), located on Miller Road in Flint. Since opening in May, the trampoline park has been a hit with kids and adults, alike. “Our capacity is 225 and we’ve flirted with that number more than a few times,” admits P3 General Manager, Mark. The park boasts a “flight deck” of nearly 18,000 feet of jump space and plenty of fun and challenging attractions.
Enjoy delicious foods, tasty beverages, live music and the works of various artists on display throughout a variety of downtown Flint art galleries and businesses including: The Local Grocer, 601 Martin Luther King Ave., which hosts an evening of social crafting, with Flint Handmade, along with a display of framed prints and handmade goods from local artists. Stop by the Greater Flint Arts Council, 601 S. Saginaw St., for this month’s walking map, while supplies last. 6-9pm.
This fun and exciting three-day event combines a motorcycle show and law enforcement motorcycle skills competition, with mini-bike races, police donut-eating contest, family fun block party, vendor and sponsor displays, contests, live bands, adult beverage tent, stunt show, a Saturday morning police-escorted ride and much more.
