For those gardening in Flint or getting started growing their own fresh produce, edible flint is a great local resource. Founded around nine years ago, edible flint has taken root and is growing in the community. The movement toward more local and urban farming has proven to be much more than a passing trend. While
Whether you’re starting from scratch or just looking to refresh your space, it’s never been easier to find “Pinterest-worthy” decorating ideas. Every year, the experts forecast many design trends and while your home’s interior is a reflection of your personal taste and style, trends can be inspirational. Here’s a handful for your consideration: Bold Typography
Prince would be so proud! The late pop superstar would surely have been a fan of the vibrant shade of purple that is adding a dramatic pop to everything from sofas to stilettos. Created from a brilliant blend of red undertones and deep indigo, PANTONE 18-3838 Ultra Violet “communicates originality, ingenuity, and visionary thinking that
If you own or rent your home, you probably pay for a home insurance policy. But, do you really know what is covered and what is excluded? Here are a few tips to help navigate this purchase and alert you to some important options: Know what is covered. Understand your Policy Declarations page. This explains
The votes were tallied and the results are in! This diverse group of stylish individuals is dapper, classic, funky, professional and fun! It was a pleasure getting to know and photograph our Best Dressed Nominees, who were all excited to be part of our inaugural campaign. The Top 3 male and female winners are designated
It’s a brand-new year and, as always, the My City Magazine staff is busy preparing new and exciting ideas for stories in 2018. But, let’s take a look back at some of last year’s reader favorites. January Restoring Hope, One Life at a Time Director Amy Roleau shares the mission of Restoration Place – a
Voting for our 2017 City’s Choice Awards drew participants from New York to California, South Carolina to Colorado, Ohio, Florida, Texas and Wisconsin! We received nearly 23,000 votes and are happy to publish the list of your favorites in nearly 200 categories. Our thanks to all the voters and congratulations to the winners! Food
Edible Flint is a network of local citizens and public and private organizations that share the mission of “supporting Flint residents in growing and accessing healthy food in order to reconnect with the land and each other.” Formed in 2009 following a number of community conversations, the Edible Flint network is interested in collaboration around
By C&L Ward With housing values rising, homeowners are considering more cosmetic updates that will help increase the value of their home. For the exterior, consumers are purchasing higher-end windows for the better functionality, beauty and energy efficiency. Front doors have been an easy and inexpensive way to give instant curb appeal, security and efficiency.
The history of recycling goes back a long way; the practice has been around for thousands of years, as early as 400 B.C. Pre-Industrial Times Prior to the industrial revolution, recycling and general household re-using was actually a commonplace practice. Before mass production flooded the market with loads of materials and products, it was generally
By Lisa Kemeny, Wojo’s General Manager On secret visits, look both ways leave a gift where fairies play. Let’s Begin Is this fairy garden going to be in a container or in the ground? An in-ground garden is one with plant material that stays there for several years and continues to grow. This way, you
Greenery is Pantone’s Color of the Year 2017. Pantone Color Institute has released the Spring 2017 color report. Among many other colors that are perfect for this year, Greenery symbolizes new beginnings. Greenery is a tangy, yellow-green that speaks to our need to explore, experiment and reinvent. Its fresh and zesty shade evokes the first
