On Tuesday, March 10 Mott Community College is asking voters to approve continued bond funding for the college. A continuation of bond funding would allow MCC to pay for building renovations, capital improvements, and critical infrastructure projects. In 2013, voters approved the same bond, which allowed MCC to invest in Southern Lakes Branch Center in
On Saturday, March 7, from 6 to 10pm the Reuben Guerra Benefit to Fight Cancer will take place at The Jewel of Grand Blanc Country Club. The benefit asks for a minimum donation of $10 per person. In July 2016, Reuben Guerra was diagnosed with stage IV Kidney Cancer and underwent surgery to have his
With St. Patrick’s Day just days away, I start thinking about serving some traditional Irish dishes for dinner. Shepherd’s Pie is one of the world’s greatest comfort meals. I have made this savory meat stew with lamb and ground beef, but prefer the ground beef. Here is a really simple and delicious recipe from chowhound.com.
Explore the night sky at Longway Planetarium. Astronomy experts take you on a tour of the night sky over Michigan in this live planetarium lecture that begins today, March 5. Learn about the rotation of the Earth, how to find the North Star, and which constellations and planets are visible in your backyard tonight. The
Fri. March 6 Longway Planetarium First Fridays The Longway Planetarium presents: Kuhnian Philosophy of Science: Major breakthrough or meaningless metaphysics. In 1962, Thomas Kuhn published what would become his seminal work, The Structure of Scientific Revolutions. In the subsequent decades, this provocative book would go on to inspire countless debates about the very nature
Are you interested in science and philosophy? Join others for some deep thinking at the Longway Planetarium for an introduction to the Kuhnian Philosophy of Science. Thomas Samuel Kuhn is one of the most influential philosophers of science of the twentieth century. His contributions marked a break with several key doctrines and ushered in a
Have you ever wanted to hike at For-Mar under the magical glow of the full moon? This is your chance to discover what the animals that live at For-Mar see at night. Join a naturalist on Saturday, March 7 for a full moon hike and see firsthand how beautiful and peaceful the park is after
Bring the family to The Whiting this Friday, March 6, to see DLUX Puppets Alice in Wonderland, a fun musical adaptation with actors, high-quality puppetry and digitally projected scenery the whole family will enjoy! With remarkable puppetry and clever digital scenery (Live Virtual Set™ by Steve Axtell), the classic tale of Alice’s journey through the
Old Newsboys of Flint Director Chris Hamilton passed away on Sunday, March 1. He was 73. For Chris Hamilton, life was about giving. His passion began at an early age when he would attend house calls with his father, a doctor in Linden. While working as an adult at AC Spark Plug, Hamilton joined the
On Saturday, March 7, the annual William C. Byrd Young Artist Competition will take place at the Flint Institute of Music with the five finalists performing beginning at 7pm. The performance is free for all those interested. This year’s category is “strings”. A reception will follow the evening program. Listen and watch as talented young
The travelers turn onto Saginaw St. from their I-69 exit. As they drive under the iconic Vehicle City arch and past pedestrians who fill the sidewalks and corners, they marvel at Flint’s beautiful buildings, art and culture. It is 2050, and the world has changed. In the distance, the north end’s wind turbines and vertical
Created in 2002 by Genesee District Library, the Black History Month Brunch is one of Genesee County’s premier events. It provides an opportunity for the community to come together to celebrate the contributions of African Americans to world history. The brunch also inspires residents to reach their full potential and to make a difference in
