Curious about the plight of honeybees? For-Mar Nature Preserve is offering its Honeybee Kids Beekeeper Basics program Wednesday, June 17, 2015 from 12:30 to 1:30 pm to include fun games and interesting facts from local Beekeeper Jim Withers. It’s free and no pre-registration is required, although organized groups are encouraged to call ahead. Jim Withers
The official start of summer is right around the corner and for many music lovers, it signifies a great summertime Flint tradition. Music In The Parks, a concert series hosted each year by the Flint Symphony Orchestra, kicks off on June 13th and will run through September 10th. The series will include six diverse concerts
Would you like to catch some fantastic live outdoor theatre this weekend in Flint? Bring your family and friends to the Kearsley Park Pavilion and revel in a delightful performance of William Shakespeare’s comedy Twelfth Night! The performances are free to the public. “This is our 11th season of doing Shakespeare in the Park,” says
On Tuesday June 9, Grand Blanc students traveled to Ann Arbor to carry the World Special Olympics Flame of Hope. Partnered with friends and other districtwide athletes, five Olympians carried the torch at least a mile. The run started in Athens, Greece and will end at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum.
The Ryan Bellows Bluegrass Bazaar on Saturday was well-attended by Flint-area families who heard some familiar folk and bluegrass tunes performed at Kearsley Park Pavilion. Besides the lively mandolin players, fiddlers, guitarists, vocalists and others who graced the stage, the family-friendly event was festive with food, vendors and a hugely positive vibe!
What does the thought of home mean to you? Come see any of the Flint Youth Theatre’s shows in the upcoming 2015-16 season and be intrigued by the different ways that the characters and stories approach the idea of home. The theme inspires audience members to ponder how a healthy sense of home can inspire
City of Flint Among Communities Designated as Safe and Welcoming for Runners Flint is joining a growing list of communities that have created an environment that is safe and inviting for runners and walkers. Among the Runner Friendly Communities announced for 2015 are Lakeland, Florida; Detroit, Michigan and Flint, Michigan. The Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) awards
Is the once thriving Vehicle City becoming a booming town recognized for its top-notch colleges and universities? Students can often be seen bustling around Downtown Flint, eating at local restaurants, and talking with their friends at coffee shops and their favorite hangouts. With the ever-growing presence of the young and ambitious college crowd, what effect
Movies Under the Stars June 12, 2015 Behind City Hall Artwalk June 12, 2015 Downtown Flint Beyond Words Showcase June 13, 2015 Flint Local 432 Fish the Bricks June 13, 2015 Flint River – Downtown Music in the Parks June 13, 2015 McFarlan Park Juneteenth Celebration June 19 Max Brandon & Riverbank Parks Flint Art
Whether you’re into swimming, paddling, skiing, surfing, sailing, fishing, floating or cruising, the fun watersports that are Michigan traditions will undoubtedly pull you back to the sparkling blue this summer. From Lake Fenton to the Holloway Reservoir and the meandering Flint River, no one needs to travel very far to enjoy the water. Even the
Memphis-style barbecue; sweet, finger-licking ribs, mouth-watering pulled pork dripping with spicy sauce and topped with crunchy, sweet coleslaw. This is just a sampling of what you will find at Beale Street Smokehouse BBQ, just a short distance away down U.S. 23, off Exit 80 in Fenton. The popular eatery serves up some real Southern-style barbecue
From historic lighthouses, picturesque golf courses, wonderful wineries and beautiful beaches to a host of friendly downtown shops and restaurants, Traverse City and its neighboring villages offer a myriad of ways to experience northwestern Michigan this summer. Cruise along M-22 for great coastline views of the bays and Lake Michigan or spend the day exploring
