Dinner Under the LightsBuckham Alley, Downtown | 9.14.2024

On a lovely, late summer evening, one of Flint’s most popular urban spaces was transformed into an elegant venue for an elevated dining experience. Friends of The Alley hosted 75 guests who enjoyed a plated, multi-course dinner prepared by local chefs Dustin Totten, Anthony Guiett and Andre Rowels (On the Fly Service Solutions). The adventurous menu included Risotto Arancini with Bourbon Pear Compote, Braised Short Rib with Cheddar Andouille Polenta and a Deconstructed Lemon Tart for dessert. Diners enjoyed cocktails and live jazz provided by the Caleb Robinson Trio, then danced into the evening with DJRudeBoi.

Funds raised at this annual event help FOTA continue their mission to beautify and activate the alleys in Downtown Flint, ensuring that they are inviting, inclusive and exciting pedestrian-friendly spaces that enhance adjacent businesses, connect the Flint community and bring neighbors together. This year’s event will help to fund weekly Sunday morning street-cleaning Downtown, new seating and murals in the alleys, and maintenance and utilities for the alley lights.

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

: Photos By Hayley Murray Photography

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