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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In Michigan, you tend to either love or tolerate winter. But with so much available fun in the area, now is the time to embrace the adventures the season offers. Flint & Genesee is host to many beautiful parks and winter is a perfect time to explore them snowshoeing. Take in some of the area’s most…
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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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February marks National Black History Month in the United States – a month honoring the history and achievements of Black Americans. In Flint & Genesee, there are some longstanding events in the community that locals and visitors can enjoy. Additionally, local institutions are hosting events or…
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The best way to spend a Sunday morning is by enjoying brunch out with friends or family. Mimosas or a Bloody Mary with some eggs benny or stuffed French toast. Who could ask for more? In Flint & Genesee, there are several places throughout the county that serve weekend brunch. Here are five places…
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Feeling stuck inside the house with your family? A safe and fun way to get out of the house is by going sledding. In Flint & Genesee there are plenty of places to take the family and some sleds for a fun day in the snow in one of the county’s many parks. Flint & Genesee is home to 11,000 acres of…
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With birthdays, holidays and special occasions, someone is always looking to buy a present for family, friends or coworkers. Luckily, Flint & Genesee has plenty of small businesses with great gifts. Have someone on your list with unique tastes? Check out these unique boutiques in Flint & Genesee…
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