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On Friday, January 31, the Flint institute of Music will host the Flint School of Performing Arts’ Seeing Stars Benefit from 6-9pm. The Seeing Stars Benefit is the FSPA’s signature fundraising event and is vital in providing tuition assistance to students dreaming of performing in music and dance regardless of family circumstances. Support the future of Greater Flint by helping youth grow proficient in the arts.
A bipartisan group of lawmakers introduced legislation on Jan. 28 to update Michigan’s bottle bill to crack down on fraud and abuse and increase access to recycling, according to a recent news statement. The bills are sponsored by: Rep. John Chirkun, D-Roseville, Rep. Brandt Iden, R-Oshtemo, Rep. Jim Lilly, R-Macatawa and Rep. Tim Sneller, D-Burton.
On Thursday, January 30, the Genesee County Historical Society presents “Sit-down to Shut down: The 84-Year War Between General Motors and the UAW” from 7:30-8:30pm at UM-Flint’s Francis Willson Thompson Library. Admission is free but seating is limited. Please RSVP by calling 810.410. 4605.
There’s still time to sign up for the Fenton Polar Plunge hosted by Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Michigan this Saturday, Feb. 1, from 11am-3pm. The event, which is held at the Fenton Moose Lodge, 2245 Sonora Drive in Fenton Township, attracts hundreds of people every year. Shuttle service is provided from four area businesses: Fenton Winery & Brewery, Fenton Lanes, Miller Industries LLC and The Fireplace. You can register for the event by visiting give.classy.org/fenton20.
Add your voice and support the Flint River!
The Flint Youth Ballet (FYB) Emerging Choreographers’ Showcase, which will take place at 3pm on Saturday Feb. 1, is an opportunity for veteran members of the FYB to explore creating original choreography for their peers, according to a press release. The Emerging Choreographers Showcase was first offered more than 20 years ago to support the ballet dancers’ interest in choreography. It is held in the MacArthur Recital Hall. The showcase is free and open to public. Donations will be collected for a local charity.
On Wednesday, January 29, LAFF Pathway presents the 2020 Flannel & Furs Fundraiser from 6-9pm at the Fenton Winery & Brewery. This annual event is the main fundraiser for the LAFF Pathway organization. Attendees can wear casual jeans and a flannel or jazz it up with glam and furs. Fundraiser participants will enjoy a silent auction, cocktails, hors d’ oeuvres, desserts, a grand prize drawing, and live entertainment and music by Driven. Register for the event at laffpathways.com.
In December, the Wreaths Across America organization, with the help of thousands of caring volunteers across the country, held wreath laying ceremonies at the graves of our nation’s veterans from the Revolutionary War to present day conflicts. Tomorrow, January 25, Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly will host their Wreaths Across American clean-up event from 10:00-11:30am snow, rain or shine. Take the time this weekend to join other volunteers in this endeavor and show your appreciation for all that the veterans do and have done for us.
I saw the recipe on Facebook posted by Emily Berkman for Asparagus Stuffed Chicken Breasts. It sounded so good, I decided to make it for dinner. It was amazing, healthy and delicious!
Genesee County Habitat for Humanity is pleased to announce that Thomas Hutchison will succeed Margaret Kato as its Executive Director when Kato retires in February after 15 years at the helm. According to a statement released by GCHFH, under Keto’s leadership, the organization grew into one of the most respected Habitat for Humanity affiliates in the United States. “It has been an honor serving this community over the past 15 years,” said Kato in the statement. “I look forward to what Thomas is able to accomplish in the future. Thomas has a true passion for Genesee County and serving this community.”
