Today is opening day in Michigan and thousands of hunters will hit the woods on the first day of firearms deer season. It’s time to think about some recipes for venison. Venison is a delicious and healthy substitute for beef. Properly prepared, lean venison can be even more delicious. Venison can have a strong gamey flavor so it is recommended to marinate or brine the meat overnight before cooking. Venison is also very lean so it is advised to add another fat source prior to cooking, such as butter, oil or bacon fat.
Everyone knows about Flint’s first settler, Jacob Smith, and his trading post but the establishment built along the river by Flint’s first family gained more notoriety during the time. Todd’s Tavern was a hotel and eatery set up by John and Polly Todd in 1830.
Whaley Children’s Center is receiving a $100,000 donation from the Kristy Lynn Berkelbaugh Memorial Fund. According at a statement released by WCC, the funds will go toward children’s needs including but not limited to education, medical, extracurricular activities and holidays.
My City Magazine is jumping off the pages to bring you classic events throughout the year and what better way to make a splash by presenting the area’s premier bridal fair. The My Wedding Bridal Fair will take place Sunday, November 17 from noon-5pm at the beautiful UM-Flint Riverfront Banquet Center.
The highly-popular African American Film Series presented by Communities First begins tomorrow at the Flint Institute of Arts. At 5:30pm will be the first showing of “Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am”. The movie is an intimate look into the life of the legendary author, from her childhood through her later years. The film includes discussions of her acclaimed works including “Sula,” “Song of Solomon” and “The Bluest Eye.” Before the movie an opening reception will take place featuring great food and live entertainment by High Definition.
What can you do to help make the world a better place? Be kind!
Stop gambling with your health! It’s time to stack the cards in your favor. Hurley Medical is hosting a health event devoted to men’s health issues on Thursday, November 14 at the Holiday Inn Gateway Centre, 5353 Gateway Center, Flint. Your best bet for overall wellness is learning about heart health, stroke prevention, joint replacement, hernia and more. Earn poker chips for a chance to win great prizes. There will be Chair massages, free health screenings, prize giveaways and the opportunity to talk to health experts.
This Friday, November 15 at the Northbank Center Ballroom the UM-Flint Indian Student Association will host a Diwali celebration. The party is a free event and takes place from 6-9pm. The celebration features cultural performances, dancing and food. Students from different states will attend to celebrate with unique music and dance with all of the performances culminating in a “grand Bollywood dance.” The floor will then open with Bollywood music.
Are you having trouble breathing or have chronic lung ailments? Please attend the free lung screening event on Nov. 23 at Ascension Genesys.
November is National Peanut Butter Lovers Month! And, all of my family and my friends know how much I love peanut butter. Peanut butter toast is my go-to snack and PBJ’s are still my favorite sandwich. Every year for many years, a co-worker would make a Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake to celebrate my birthday. Now, I make this delicious cake for my grandkids. If you love peanut butter, you will love Peanut Butter Texas Sheet Cake!
