There are many agencies and organizations in the Greater Flint Area that help needy families during the holidays, and many kind and generous donors who strive to make that happen. You can help make the holidays magical for everyone this year!
Kenyetta Dotson, founder of WOW Outreach, a Flint-based community action group, believes that everyone can make a contribution – big or small, of time or talent – to improve distressed Flint neighborhoods. “Every contribution is important,” she says. “However you decide to help and reach out to people right where they are is crucial. Maybe it’s as simple as delivering drinking water to homes, or maybe you make a pot of chili, buy or bake cookies, knit blankets or create handmade cards that offer someone encouragement, it’s all important work.”
The weather outside is frightful, you’re racing around town looking for that last-minute gift or returning from a holiday gala, and your feet are killing you. It’s time to take a break from the madness and enjoy a little Christmas cheer! Some local bartenders have shared with My City Magazine a few specialty cocktail recipes that are sure to put you in the holiday spirit. They could be just the thing to add some flavor to your special celebrations at home!
The Greater Flint Jewish community will celebrate Hanukkah from December 24-31, according to Steven Low, the Executive Director of the Flint Jewish Federation. The eight-day celebration begins in the evening, when one candle is lit and placed on a menorah, a symbol of bringing enlightenment to the world. A candle is lit each subsequent evening during the observance.
Flint Handmade is hosting its 10th Annual Holiday Craft Market on Saturday, November 26 at the Masonic Temple in Downtown Flint.
The Genesee County Habitat for Humanity is hosting Giving Tuesday at the Genesee County Habitat ReStore, 101 Burton Street in Flint.
On November 9, 2016, the Junior League of Flint hosted its annual Bus Tour. The free tour started at Ele’s Place, then toured its other community partners: The Shelter of Flint and the YWCA. At each facility, attendees received a tour and historical background.
The Urban Entrepreneurship Initiative (UEI) announced the successful completion of its third annual Urban Entrepreneurship Symposium, which was held in Flint from October 19 to 21.
