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
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
Flint Handmade is hosting its 10th Annual Holiday Craft Market on Saturday, November 26 at the Masonic Temple in Downtown Flint. More than 40 local crafters and artisans will display a large variety of unique, modern handmade items, such as original illustrations, vintage-inspired jewelry, knit and crocheted goods, hand-poured candles, natural bath and beauty products,
The Genesee County Habitat for Humanity is hosting Giving Tuesday at the Genesee County Habitat ReStore, 101 Burton Street in Flint. Giving Tuesday is an annual global day of giving, fueled by the power of social media, according to Ashley Everhart, Development Director. “This year, Genesee County Habitat for Humanity welcomes you to celebrate with
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. Each year, the Junior League hosts this tour to highlight
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. The UEI is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation offering programming and resources that encourage, facilitate and enable the development of for-profit businesses that explicitly and intentionally address the needs
Taboon in Grand Blanc is known for its fresh and healthy Middle Eastern food. “We serve fresh, Lebanese cuisine, with a French influence,” reports owner Alex Eidy, who has been at the Grand Blanc location for five years. The restaurant is most known for its delicious bread, freshly baked in a taboon (clay) oven, over
“I knew music was what I wanted to do very early on.” Steve McComb Steve McComb started his musical career when he was very young, making drum kits out of coffee cans and coat hangers, banging along to the Meet the Beatles album. Born in Saginaw in 1959, McComb and his family moved to
“At the end of the day, it’s important to me and the staff to ask ourselves what we would do for our own children if they were in need.” Mindy Prusa, President & CEO Celebrating its 90th anniversary, Whaley Children’s Center is a venerable facility that has provided many kids with a childhood that they would
Joel Bye of Swartz Creek is what some would call a “war buff.” His father, George Bye, was a pilot with the Mighty Eighth Air Force of Rattlesden, England during World War II from November 1943 until May 1944. When Joel was 15 years old, he found a medal his father had received during the
“Being a head coach has been a personal goal, but I wasn’t sure when it was going to happen.” Ryan Oulahen To say the date of March 27, 2009 marked a turning point in the hockey life of Ryan Oulahen would be a major understatement. Then 24, the left winger was a Detroit Red
“We wanted to create a cool and unique office space that brings energy into the environment.” Bryce Moe, Managing Director at SkyPoint The current entrepreneurial network in Flint undoubtedly inspires local organizations and businesses to get involved. Stemming from Phil and Jocelyn Hagerman’s idea, SkyPoint Ventures’ new project, The Ferris Wheel, is a co-working
