A day in a Vietnam jungle was life-changing for Tom Pabst – a successful Flint trial lawyer and decorated combat veteran who received a Purple Heart and Combat Infantry Badge. Pabst has dedicated his entire legal career to “justice for the underdog, the weak, the powerless and to those without a voice.” Serving his country during the Vietnam War is what lead him to his career helping others.
“Let him through! Let him through!” chanted the “America’s Got Talent” audience as comedy magician Nathan Kranzo, after performing a great trick, nervously awaited the votes of the celebrity judges. Howie Mandel was first to give him a “no.” Next came Heidi Klum with a “yes” vote and then, Mel B. weighed in with the same. The final vote was up to Simon Cowell. As the tension grew, the cheering from the audience grew louder. Finally, Cowell’s vote sent Kranzo through to the competition’s next round! “It was really amazing,” recalls Kranzo. “It was one of the highlights of my career. I had a little party popper in my coat and as I walked offstage, I shot it at Howie. He gave me the most-evil look.” Kranzo exited the stage in triumph. Unfortunately, sometime later, he was informed via email that although he had advanced to the next round, AGT was not going to use the video footage of his performance. Kranzo was out. “It was a really weird experience all the way, but I’m glad I did it. I’m still not sure why I wasn’t included,” he laughs.
Indian Curry Bowl, Quinoa Stuffed Squash, Raspberry Cobbler Bars, Thai Broccoli Rice and Turmeric Smoothies. These are just a few bites (and drinks) of deliciousness on the menu at Sweet Peaces, a vegan, organic and gluten-free eatery located in the Farmers’ Market in Downtown Flint. The eatery is well-known for its handmade, delicious vegan food made in small batches. Owned by Victoria Eaton, who lives in Holly with her husband Deepak Thapaliya, the eatery is also a one-stop vegan grocery store.
Tucked away Downtown on Harrison St. stands the last icon of the vibrant days of Flint’s Floral Park neighborhood. Opened in 1921 by Magnus Clark as the Maple Leaf, Golden Leaf Club continues to be the city’s premier jazz haunt for enthusiasts, fans and musicians. It is the oldest African-American owned venue in Genesee County, second only to Idlewild (est. 1912) and tied with Detroit’s famous Paradise Valley clubs for Michigan’s earliest African-American jazz venue. Golden Leaf, however, is the only one still in operation and approaching its centennial anniversary. “We are still proud and still standing,” says current Owner/Maitre´d, Lottie Reid. “We’re still here and having a good time with good people. I think we all look good for 100!”
Just east of Toronto on the shore of Lake Ontario in his hometown of Pickering, Brennan Othmann spent hockey’s offseason finding ways to stick to a disciplined training regimen.
It isn’t very often that one hears about a nonprofit organization founded and operated by kids. Snuggle Sacks was founded in August 2015 by Stacy Daul’s three children: Addisyn, Jaxson and Sheridan. Based in Fenton, this group’s goal is to increase awareness of homelessness in our communities and provide survival kits for those in need.
Thanksgiving is the time of year to be grateful and to celebrate the simple things in life – family, friends, food. It is also the time of year to reach out a helping hand to those less fortunate and this year, there are local area organizations and businesses with plans to do so. With the country still dealing with the pandemic, the procedures of the giving may change, but the spirit is still the same. Everyone deserves a holiday.
Let’s test your knowledge! How much do you know about the city you love? My City Magazine is issuing a challenge with 20 trivia questions. Just answer to the best of your ability (no cheating, you crazy Googlers). Good Luck!
The best thing I like about carving pumpkins for Halloween is roasting the pumpkin seeds. The seeds are chock full of vitamins and are very good for you. Roasting the seeds is easy and you can use any flavor combination you want.
If you are up for some Halloween chills, Flint Community Players presents their first show of the 2020/21 season, “Night of the Living Dead” A Radio Drama this Friday (Oct. 30) and Saturday (Oct. 31). Both performances are will be streamed from the Flint Community Players Facebook and YouTube platforms and are FREE for any that would like to view. Performances begin on Friday at 7:30pm and Saturday at 1:00pm. The Saturday performance will be presented in Black & White just like the original “Night of the Living Dead” movie!
Members of the Junior League of Flint will swap their purses for grocery bags from Oct. 18-24 to highlight the fact that when a child is removed from a home in police protective custody, (and in subsequent moves within the system) often their belongings are put in trash bags.
It’s fall! And, one of my favorite fall deserts is a classic pumpkin roll. I use this scrumptiously delicious recipe from allrecipes.com and my family loves it!
