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!

Q&A with Cheryl DeFrain

Cheryl DeFrain is the Director, Flint & Genesee Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB). The CVB is one of four business units of the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. What is CVB? The CVB is the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce’s first consumer business unit focused on tourism. The move from a…

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PTAC Webinar Focuses on Bonds for General Contractors

Join the Flint & Genesee Chamber Procurement and Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) on Tuesday, May 7 to learn more about Surety Bonds for General Contractors. The webinar, hosted in conjunction with the PTAC of South Central Michigan, takes place from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. IBCS Fidelity, Inc…

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5 Ways to Leverage Your Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Flint & Genesee Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) offers a host of services designed to attract visitors, meetings and events to the region. How can you get the most from your CVB? Consider the following services that are provided free of charge: Plan a meeting – The CVB can serve as a…

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Disability Network Shares Hiring Benefits

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Disability Network is hosting a Business-to-Business Summit, The Case for Hiring Qualified Workers with Disabilities . The summit takes place on Wednesday, May 15 at the Genesys Conference and Banquet Center from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. A panel of local…

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Crim Offers Discounted Adult Training to Chamber Members

The Crim Fitness Foundation is offering a 10 percent discount to Chamber member organizations and their employees for their Adult Training Program. The 15-week training program incorporates group training and coaching, pre- and post-health screenings, entry into the Crim Festival of Races in August…

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Join us for Lunch is on Us

April 23, 2013 – 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., Genesee Gardens Join us for the next Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce Lunch is on Us. Take the opportunity to network and make connections at our monthly networking event hosted by Genesee Gardens. Come join the fun and take part in the fast and furious…

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Remember to "Wine" Down with the Chamber

Thursday, April 25 – 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m . – Randy Wise Chevrolet Join the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce at the April After Hours Wine Down on Thursday, April 25 at Randy Wise Chevrolet. Network, make new connections and have fun as we “wine” down from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. This free…

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Chamber Adds Second Sales Lead Roundtable

The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce has announced the addition of a second sales lead round table. The roundtable serves as an opportunity for sales professionals to share leads in a non-competitive setting. A single representative from each industry is included in the roundtable. According to…

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My Dreams Do Come True Celebrates Grand Opening

On Tuesday, April 16 My Dreams Do Come True will celebrate the grand opening of its new location with a ribbon cutting ceremony. The celebration will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 940 S. Grand Traverse in Flint. “My Dreams Do Come True offers new and used formal gowns to deserving…

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