“The theater was a big player in Flint. It was a big deal! People would be lined up all the way up Saginaw Street waiting to get in.” Dave Johnson The iconic Capitol Theater in Downtown Flint is considered one of Flint’s finest gems. Opened in 1928, it was designed by John Eberson, according
Peabody Ice Climbing Club in Fenton was founded in 2005 by a small group of climbers who introduced themselves to the world-class ice climbing resources in and around the Great Lakes. Combining the property at the family’s old apple orchard (which retired in 1996) and a commercial landscape sprinkler system, it began. The group was
The Flint Farmers’ Market has a new place for fresh, top quality eats! The Market Deli by Hoffman was recently opened by Mark Hoffman and is located right next to his other business, Hoffman’s Chop Shop. The Chop Shop has become a market favorite by offering a variety of natural, grass-fed beef and other meat
You’ve probably heard Rob Paulsen, even if you’ve never heard of him. The voice actor and Flint area native has an impressive résumé of voicing popular cartoon characters. Among the more than 2,000 half-hour programs and dozens of films, video games and other animated media, his most notable achievements are his starring roles as the
Got the winter blahs? It’s time to plan a getaway! There is something for everyone to do in the beautiful state of Michigan. Do you want to hit the ski slopes or find a fun way to spend time away from home with the family? Here are a few suggestions for great places to go
47th Annual Bridal Show Proceeds Benefit Flint East Side Mission Holiday Inn Gateway Centre 1.10.2016 Film: “The Bicycle” Presented by Communities First, Inc. Flint Institute of Arts 1.14.2016 Flint Symphony Orchestra Classical Concert The Whiting 1.23.2016 Cumulus 2nd Annual Health & Wellness Expo Flint Farmers’ Market 1.23.2016 The Wedding Marketplace Captain’s Club at Woodfield 1.24.2016 “The
Beginning her acting career at age nine as a talking refrigerator, Sarah Sullivan continued her career on and behind the stage with Flint Youth Theatre. There, Sullivan found that she was challenged to participate in many different ways besides acting. By the time she graduated from Grand Blanc High School in 2002, she had experience
Up until the year 1840, Genesee County had a self-sufficient economy through successful agricultural production, fishing, hunting, and farm and forest work. Agriculture was the main occupation in 1840 with 3,300 residents registered in this line of work out of 4,269 total residents. It is not surprising that most of the workers were in manufacturing,
When it comes to healthcare, “choice” can be seen as an odd word. Many of us grew up in an era that when your doctor ordered additional tests, you went where he or she told you to go to have them done. The focus was on choosing a good provider who could address treatment needs.
Under the umbrella of the disorder known as dementia are a number of symptoms, which include memory loss, loss of concentration, disorientation (who, what, where), language deficit (difficultly finding the right words), poor judgment, and trouble with sequencing, e.g. knowing that you put your socks on before your shoes. Alzheimer’s disease is just one of many
Individuals with an addiction often lose control over what they are taking, using or doing. Without help in the early stages, an addiction can turn into a debilitating and life-threatening condition. No matter what the addiction is – substance or behavioral – it is critical to recognize the warning signs and seek help and support
Health & Wellness Expo January 24 Flint Farmers’ Market Winterlaufe – The Winter Race February 6 Frankenmuth Hot Fudge 5K February 20 Burton Howell Dragon Run February 20 Howell Pot O’ Gold 4 Mile Run/Walk March 17 Downtown Flint Superhero Fun Run 5K Run/Walk April 23 Flint Farmers’ Market
