A family takes a photo near the rose garden at Applewood Estate in Flint, Michigan.

The Explore Flint & Genesee blog features local attractions, restaurants, and weekly things to do in and around the county. Here you'll be able to learn more about our area to help you plan your next trip or discover your next favorite attraction or restaurant in Flint & Genesee!

Statement Regarding Diplomat's Internship and Fellow Programs

(FLINT, Mich. – March 20, 2014) The following statement regarding Diplomat’s new Internship and fellow program should be attributed to Tim Herman, CEO, Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. “This is great news, and not surprising coming from an inspirational company like Diplomat. Phil Hagerman and…

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Flip Flop Grill-n-Chill Celebrates Grand Opening

On Thursday, March 20 Flip Flop Grill-n-Chill will host a grand opening and ribbon cutting. The beach-themed restaurant will celebrate its new location from at 11:00 a.m. at 2520 W. Hill Road in Flint Township. For more information contact Susana Wight, Member Services Sales Manager for the Chamber…

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Flint & Genesee is the Place To Be in 2014

Artist rendering of the Flint Farmers' Market's new location. There will be a lot to do in Flint & Genesee according to the Convention and Visitors Bureau. From Maestro Enrique Diemecke celebrating 25 years conducting the Flint Symphony Orchestra to the grand opening of the Flint Farmers' Market at…

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Baker Celebrates Center for Business Expansion

Baker College of Flint is hosting a ribbon cutting celebration and open house at their newly expanded Center for Business. The ribbon cutting will take place on Friday, March 21 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and a community open house will take place on Saturday, March 22 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m…

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Wine Down After Hours at Luigi’s

Join the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce for the March After Hours Wine Down on Thursday, March 27 at Luigi’s in Flint. Make new connections while having fun as we “wine” down from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Enjoy casual networking along with complimentary food, soft drinks, wine and beer. Luigi’s…

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E. L. Hollingsworth Hosts April Lunch is on Us

Join the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce for the April Lunch is On Us at Blackstone’s in downtown Flint. The networking event, which is sponsored by E.L. Hollingsworth, takes place on Wednesday, April 9 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Come enjoy the camaraderie and have a good time on us! Remember…

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