After having a baby, nothing is the same – life is certainly enriched in so many wonderful ways. But for me, becoming a mother turned every facet of my life upside down – including my fitness routine. While pregnant with Lukas, watching the number on the scale increase was painful; however, I felt confident I’d bounce right back into my running routine and the baby weight would melt away. Now, nearly a year and a half later, I still haven’t “bounced back.”
The Flint Rock and Gem Club has a mission to promote and encourage the understanding of Earth Sciences, Lapidary Arts and their related fields, and to share information with club members, educational institutions and the general public, according to Diana Dady, Club Historian, Secretary and Editor. Organized in 1956, it was incorporated in 1962, then became a nonprofit in 1980. “We teach people how to turn rocks into jewelry,” says Dady. The club is a proud member of Midwest Federation of Mineralogical & Geological Societies.
When you are creative, talented and compassionate – the results transform lives.
Michelle Rosynsky, Ed. D. was selected as the new CEO of the YWCA of Greater Flint by its board of directors in June. She brings 25 years of experience to the position she began on July 2. Rosynsky previously served for seven years as the Director of the Women’s Education Center at the University of Michigan-Flint and most recently as Senior Director of Student Involvement and Leadership at the University. She has been influential in women’s leadership advocacy for domestic violence, education and empowerment. “Women’s empowerment and women’s issues have always been a passion of mine,” Rosynsky shares.
Enjoy entertainment, bounce houses, music, kids activities and a car show. 5-9pm.
Greater Flint’s got plenty to do in July & August! Here’s a sample of entertainment and fun to be had under the summer sun …
IN 1909, just eight years after the Detroit Tigers began playing at Michigan and Trumbull, the Flint City Baseball League was born.
When it comes to the flavor of choice, vanilla continues to be America’s fave in ice cream and novelties, in both supermarket and foodservice sales. Vanilla’s the most versatile, mixing well with toppings, drinks and bakery desserts.
We wait all winter to browse the fresh produce in the warmth of the sun. Visiting Greater Flint farmers markets is a great way to fill your pantry with healthy food while supporting local farms. You can also support local artisans – many talented craftspeople display their works at these venues. Bottom line: farmers markets are the very essence of summer fun for everyone!
This year, Genesee County Parks, the state’s largest county park system with over 11,000 acres and more than 40 locations, celebrates its 50th anniversary. According to Danielle Fulcher, Communications, Event and Brand Manager at Genesee County Parks & Recreation (GCPR), it’s going to be a year-long event. “It’s a whole year of celebration!” she exclaims, adding there will be different happenings every month. And according to an official GCPR press statement, it is also 50 years of celebrating the best of nature, 50 years of preserving the Great Lakes history and heritage, 50 years of offering a tremendous recreational infrastructure to the people of Genesee County and beyond. GCPR is also celebrating 50 years of support from the people of Genesee County, says Fulcher, who’ve made it possible to create, protect, nurture and grow the largest, most diverse and best county park system in Michigan.
A retired educator with Flint Community Schools, Gloria Barnett loves giving back to her community. She was recently seen at Southwestern Academy presenting dress shirts and neckties to 11th-grade young men as part of the Quinn Chapel AME Church Dress Shirt & Tie program. “We gave away approximately 50 shirts, ties and belts,” she says.
