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The City of Flint is launching 'Wellness Wednesday,' a weekly initiative starting June 25, offering free health screenings, wellness resources, and expert consultations to residents. 
City of Flint launches weekly ‘Wellness Wednesday’ initiative to promote community health

The City of Flint is launching 'Wellness Wednesday,' a weekly initiative starting June 25, offering free health screenings, wellness resources, and expert consultations to residents. 

Celebrate Black excellence, community, and entrepreneurship at Flint’s Black Wall Street Festival on Saturday, June 21, at the Mays Senior & Community Center.
City of Flint to host Black Wall Street Festival, June 21

Celebrate Black excellence, community, and entrepreneurship at Flint’s Black Wall Street Festival on June 21, at the Mays Senior & Community Center. The free event will feature local vendors, live performances, food, and free community resources.

A free Alzheimer's early detection testing opportunity is happening on Saturday, June 21, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at Insight in Flint.
Sign Up Now: Free Alzheimer’s screening coming to Flint on June 21

Flint residents can access free advanced screening for early signs of Alzheimer’s disease during the 'Capturing Memories' Community Brain Health Day on June 21 at Insight's 4800 S. Saginaw St. location in Flint. 

Flint teens ages 15 to 19 can apply for paid summer jobs during the City of Flint’s Youth Job Application Event on June 12 at the Clio Road Service Center.
City of Flint to host summer job application event for youth on June 12

Flint teens ages 15 to 19 can apply for paid summer jobs during the City of Flint’s Youth Job Application Event on Thursday, June 12, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. at the Clio Road Service Center.

The 'Paint a Stone in Honor of Those Lost to Gun Violence' memorial will be held on Friday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in Flint. 
Flint to host ‘Paint a Stone’ memorial for National Gun Violence Awareness Day, June 6

In remembrance of those impacted by gun violence, the 'Paint a Stone in Honor of Those Lost to Gun Violence' memorial will be held on Friday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the corner of Pulaski Street and Martin Luther King Boulevard in Flint. 

The Genesee Free Medical Clinic will offer free and confidential HIV testing on Friday, June 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Free HIV testing offered in Flint on National HIV Testing Day, June 27

For this year's National HIV Testing Day, the Genesee Free Medical Clinic will offer free and confidential HIV testing on Friday, June 27, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 

On August 13, local youth will get a chance to train with USA Basketball Gold Licensed coaches during a free clinic at Powers Catholic High School.
USA Basketball to host youth clinic at Powers Catholic High School this August

On August 13, local youth will get a chance to train with USA Basketball Gold Licensed coaches during a free clinic at Powers Catholic High School. It’s a major opportunity to build skills, confidence, and community pride.

Flint residents are invited to a free Community Health & Resource Fair on Thursday, May 22, at the Clio Road Community Service Center.
Flint to host free Community Health & Resource Fair on May 22

Flint residents are invited to a free Community Health & Resource Fair on Thursday, May 22, at the Clio Road Community Service Center. The event offers families a one-stop opportunity to access health services, safety tools, and support programs.

On May 17, the 'Brunch & Learn: Myasthenia Gravis Edition' happens in Flint to raise awareness about a rare neuromuscular condition disproportionately affecting women of color.
‘Brunch & Learn’ series launches across Michigan to raise awareness about Myasthenia Gravis

Kicking off Saturday, May 17, at the YWCA in Flint, the 'Brunch & Learn: Myasthenia Gravis Edition' will travel to four Michigan cities to raise awareness about a rare neuromuscular condition disproportionately affecting women of color.

The Midwest Invitational Rodeo returns to Genesee County Fairgrounds on June 13–14, showcasing Black rodeo athletes, family fun, and a wellness fair.
Midwest Invitational Rodeo returns to Flint with action, pride, and new health fair

The Midwest Invitational Rodeo returns to Genesee County Fairgrounds on June 13–14, showcasing Black rodeo athletes, family-friendly fun, and a wellness fair that offers health screenings and resources.

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