Warwick Hills Golf & Country Club 4.24.22 The Back to the Bricks organization was focused on “Bringing It Back” for 2022! The gloomy weather didn’t deter car enthusiasts who gathered for the free event. After a blessing of the participating cars and performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” to kick off the day, attendees enjoyed music,

Randy wise motorcars 5.21.2022 The Grand Blanc dealership was transformed into a lavish venue for one of three major fundraisers benefitting Whaley Children’s Center. The signature theme invited nearly 400 attendees to dress in tuxes, gowns and swanky sneakers to enjoy a cocktail hour, dinner and live music by Bluewater Kings Band. This year’s funds

Riverfront Conference Center ® 3.24.2022 The community gathered bright and early to enjoy a delicious breakfast and recognize the 2022 Children’s Champion Award winners. The awards are designed to distinguish and thank individuals, businesses, government agencies and organizations for their contributions toward making children a priority in Genesee County. Chosen from 135 nominees, the award

Flint Institute of Arts ® 4.2.2022 The Flint Institute of Arts and Communities First, Inc., co-hosted a celebration of “Sons: Seeing the Modern African American Male” by Flint by artist and photographer, Jerry Taliaferro. The exhibition features photographs of 49 men from Flint. The event began with a discussion with Taliaferro, followed by a strolling

Copneconic Conference Center, Fenton ® 2.26.22 There’s no place like home! Supporting our furry friends in need of homes, attendees of this annual event embraced the theme “An Enchanted Evening in the Land of Oz” and turned out in fantastic costumes! The evening began with a silent auction and cocktails, followed by dinner and a

The Flint Institute of Music ® 3.11.2022 The Flint School of Performing Arts celebrated 25 years of music, dance and theater education at this signature fundraising event to support the school’s tuition assistance program. New this year was a seated, tapas-style tasting generously presented by local restaurants, and “sweet endings” with champagne following the Seeing

Buckham Alley, Downtown Flint 2.12.22 Frigid temps couldn’t keep hearty souls from enjoying this first ever, free and family friendly winter experience for all ages. The 500 block of Buckham Alley came alive with 16 live musical performances on an outdoor stage, Art & Craft Workshops by Sprout Worldwide, heated tents with food and drinks

Dort Financial Center 2.11-13.22 Car enthusiasts young and old escaped the cold to enjoy this three-day, family-friendly Winter Classic Car Event hosted by Back to the Bricks. Attendees experienced an amazing collection of Movie Cars in the lobby, from historic films like “Batman,” “Dukes of Hazard,” “Smokey and the Bandit,” and many others. Also on

Frankenmuth 1.26-30 The weather cooperated with plenty of cold temperatures for the 31st annual family-friendly winter fun event that features one of North America’s top snow and ice sculpting competitions. Visitors bundled up to watch competitors create huge snow sculptures and beautifully detailed ice carvings. In addition, the five days of festivities included food, live

Fenton Moose Lodge 2.5.22 Freezin for a reason! The January temperatures created the perfect scene for this annual fundraiser presented by Law Enforcement TorchRun® for Special Olympics Michigan. After check-in and a Pre-Plunge Party at the Fenton Township Building, 260 brave souls dressed in various costumes splashed into the icy waters of Lake Fenton as

Dom Polski Hall, Flint 2.12.22 Local Irish Americans joined Grand Marshal Matt Conley to celebrate their heritage and meet the 2022 Miss Hibernia: Powers High School student, Libby Hagan. Pageant contestants were judged on knowledge of Irish heritage, poise, personality, appearance and their Screening Committee interview. The 1st Runner-up was Molly Killian (Fenton High School),

NORTHBANK CENTER, DOWNTOWN FLINT 11.3.2021 This was the 24th annual event hosted by the Arab American Heritage Council, celebrating the Arab community’s achievements, awarding scholarships to young Arab Americans, and gathering in unity. The AAHC provides arts and culture programs, educational workshops, immigration and translation services and encourages Arab American civic participation and engagement. Honorees