Bridging the gap between community and culture with Queens’ Provisions
Emily Doerr, founder of Queens' Provisions in downtown Flint, is on a mission to make wine accessible and build an internet-proof culture for Flint.
Xzavier Simon's Latest Articles
The Chicago Funk brings the heart and soul of Earth, Wind & Fire to Flint
The Netherlands-based Earth, Wind & Fire tribute band, The Chicago Funk, makes its United States debut in Flint at FIM's Capitol Theatre on Saturday, August 24, 2024.
The art and resilience of living in chaos with Audrey “Roxy” Banks
“I hope I can continue to create spaces and places for our community, our school, our youth, and Flint.” Visual artist Audrey "Roxy" Banks spoke with Xzavier Simon about living in chaos, overcoming being a statistic, and finding peace through the pain.
CMU and FSU GEAR UP take 50 students on an Upper Peninsula college tour
Last month, Central Michigan University and Ferris State University’s GEAR UP programs took 50 local area students on a whirlwind trip across Michigan’s upper peninsula.
Love and adolescence take center stage in FIM wynorrific musical, Spring Awakening
Love, adolescence, and consequence take center stage in the live musical 'Spring Awakening' showing at the Flint Repertory Theatre’s Elgood Theatre now until June 23, 2024.
FIM’s CEO and President Rodney Lontine on FIM’s newest season and community engagement
“Flint is an interesting place, but you don’t understand it unless you’re from Flint.” Flint Insitute of Music's CEO and President Rodney Lontine spoke with Flintside about the significance and growth of FIM and its new season lineup that has something for everyone.
The culture, history, and symbolism of the FIA exhibit ‘Meditations in Gold: South Asian Jewelry’
New at the Flint Institute of Arts, the 'Meditations in Gold: South Asian Jewelry' exhibit explores the beauty, history, and cultural significance of jewelry in South Asia. The exhibit is on display now through February 2, 2025.
Giving back to Flint’s LGBTQ+ community with Mason Gallo
“I just have a passion for wanting to help, whether it's the queer community or the Flint community.” Queer activist Mason Gallo opened up about their background, taking action, and what to expect at Flint's first Queer and Trans Meet-Up taking place May 17 at The Good Beans Cafe.
Flintside plans to re-engage all five neighborhoods within its ‘On the Ground’ series
For this year's 'On the Ground' series, Flintside plans to revisit and re-engage five north Flint neighborhoods we've previously covered, including Civic Park, Brownell-Holmes, Eastside Franklin Park, Sarvis Park, and Ballenger Hwy.
In conversation with the artists of FIM’s ‘Flint Under the Stars: Friends of the Flintdustry’ show
Amidst their upcoming show 'Flint Under the Stars: Hip Hop Friends of the Flintdustry' at the Capitol Theatre on May 15, Flint music artists Tay Boogie, Figga Da Kid, Jeff Skigh, and Feimstro spoke with Flintside about what they've been up to lately and how they see Flint culture moving forward.
