Greg Fiedler loves art of any kind and was a performing artist for many years. For the last 23 years, he has put that love and passion for art into his position as CEO and President of the Greater Flint Arts Council. The purpose of GFAC, a non-profit organization, is “to be a catalyst of,
“We’ve got to continue trying to make a difference for the younger generations.” Dr. Jessie Muldrew About six decades ago, a young Jessie McFadden walked the campus paths of Arkansas Agricultural, Mechanical & Normal College (AM&N) not knowing she’d accomplish so much. She would relocate to Michigan, celebrate 58 years of marriage to Charles Muldrew,
Chuck (Charles) Siegel has been part of the chocolate scene in San Francisco, CA since 1987. In 1995, he sold his first chocolate company, Attivo, and then worked as a business consultant. In 2004, he founded Charles Chocolates, and has received much recognition, including a Best Chocolatier in the Bay Area nod from San
Stars for Children Gala Hosted by Weiss Child Advocacy Center Flint Golf Club 11.5.2016 Beating Holiday Stress with Mindfulness Hosted by the Crim Mindfulness Program Mott Foundation Building 11.4.2016 Veteran’s Honor Run Blessed Sacrament Church, Burton 11.5.2016 “Starry Road to Freedom” Starring Phil Darius Wallace FYT’s Elgood Theatre 11.4-5.2016 “The Flick” FYT’s Elgood Theatre 11.6.2016
While a surgeon is the “star” of the O.R., they couldn’t perform their jobs without the skill and reliability of the operating room nurses. O.R. nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery. In honor of the hard work and dedication of these highly-skilled nurses, Operating Room Nurse Day is
“It’s a beautiful sense of community to have people come together and share a well-prepared holiday meal.” Brenda Clack Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the season for giving, and one Flint couple has shared their volunteer spirit with their community for nearly four decades. The Brenda and Floyd Clack Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Dinner has
The singers in the Carolyn Mawby Chorale have the voices of angels! The chorale music group is currently busy preparing and practicing for its much-anticipated performance, the Carolyn Mawby Christmas Concert, which will be held at 4pm on December 4 at First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Flint. The group shared its passion for chorale music
Thanksgiving is an opportunity to express gratitude for the blessings in our lives. Many of us choose to volunteer our time to help the less fortunate and those who have fallen on hard times. There are several organizations in the area that are in need of volunteers to help make the holidays a little
Some good things are happening in North Flint, according to Geri Clark, President of the North Flint Neighborhood Action Council (NFNAC). It all started in 2011 as part of a federal Neighborhood Revitalization Initiative (NRI) from which the Building Neighborhood Capacity Program (BNCP) was created. Its purpose is to assist distressed neighborhoods by working
For those who are not currently in the computer field, Develop(Her) is a program that trains women to become JavaScript developers. Brought in by a Detroit-based organization, Grand Circus, the concentrated coding bootcamp not only helps individuals start their careers, but also helps local businesses grow by hiring knowledgeable and capable tech staff. “Women
James J. Hurley was born in London, England on August 31, 1849. In 1871, at the age of 22, he arrived in New York and then traveled directly to Grand Blanc, MI. By foot, he made it to Flint with one dollar in his pocket. He began working for a livery, earning $10 a month.
To benefit Whaley Children’s Center, Cityzens gathered for a spooktacular night at the Flint Farmers’ Market on October 22nd. With a $1,000 costume contest, Cityzens did not disappoint dressing up in their best costumes. Along with music, food, games, and frightening décor, it truly was a Nightmare at the Market! Click here to see if
