June is an important month for the LGBTQ+ community. It was when the Stonewall Uprising occurred in New York City, inspiring the modern LGBTQ+ rights movement. On the first anniversary of this historic event, gay activists in New York organized the Christopher Street Liberation March as part of the…
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Borrowed from the Italian phrase for “in the cool/fresh air,” al fresco dining became increasingly popular in the last few years as an alternative way to dine while maintaining social distancing practices. Since 2020, throughout the county outdoor dining options have gained traction with places with…
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Looking for a fun way to spend time with friends and family or just a good way to get out into the community? Check out these new gallery and museum exhibits in Flint & Genesee. Flint Institute of Arts Located in the Flint Cultural Center, the Flint Institute of Arts has the second-largest fine arts…
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Flint & Genesee is filled with places to enjoy nature. But did you know that Flint & Genesee also has a number of fully accessible nature spots to accommodate people of varying abilities? According to the CDC, 1 in 4 adults live with a disability and from that, the most common is mobility which…
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Easter is April 9 this year and in Flint & Genesee there are plenty of events leading up to the big day for families and friends to enjoy the holiday. See how you can celebrate Easter in Flint & Genesee: Visit the Easter Bunny Head to Genesee Valley Center where the Easter Bunny will be taking…
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March 17 marks St. Patrick’s Day, a day to celebrate Irish culture and commemorate the arrival of Christianity in Ireland. The day has been observed as a holiday by the Catholic Church, Church of Ireland, Eastern Orthodox Church, and Lutheran Church since the 17 century and is typically celebrated…
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March is National Reading Month, a perfect time to buy yourself a new book. In Flint & Genesee, local, independent bookstores can be found in many towns and cities. That’s good news for book lovers who can browse the aisles to find their favorite novel – or maybe something new. Here is where you can…
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Marti Gras, or Fat Tuesday, is coming up next week, and with it comes everyone’s favorite polish treat Paczkis! Many cultures celebrate the day before Ash Wednesday differently, but in the Midwest, the love for Paczkis is universal. Celebrate the day your way at one of these great places in Flint &…
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February is Black History Month and a great way to celebrate the month is to support Black-owned businesses in Flint & Genesee Black entrepreneurship is deeply rooted in Flint’s culture. In Flint & Genesee, the oldest running Black-owned business, the Golden Leaf Social Club, opened in 1921 and is…
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When you think of date night, you might think of dinner and a movie. But in Flint & Genesee, there are several activities couples can do to shake up date night. Here are five unique date ideas for couples in Flint & Genesee. Throw an Axe A recent trend, Axe Throwing facilities have been popping up…
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