The fascinating exhibit "The Last Picture Show: Paintings by Rod Penner" features photorealistic paintings of forgotten towns across rural southwest America. The cinematic-like collection is on display at the FIA now through Aug.13 in the Dow Gallery.
Flintside spoke with the new Executive Director of Explore Flint & Genesee, Amari Steward, on what makes the community of Flint one worth working in, living in, and traveling to.
The Flint and Genesee Group just launched the new 'Make Your Move' talent search program with the goal of connecting people with jobs, and hopefully making their homes in Genesee County.
The ladies of Smooth Steppers, a local line-dancing group, are improving their health while encouraging sisterhood one step at a time. The group recently ventured to Tempe, AZ to perform at the 7th Annual Flint to Arizona tailgate.
The Back to the Bricks organization has provided more than $40,000 in scholarships to Genesee County students pursuing post-secondary studies in automotive-related fields.
The 3-mile paved trail will complete the city’s portion of the Iron Belle Trail that extends from Detroit to the Upper Peninsula.
The community is invited to participate in The Maisha (Life) Urithi (Legacy) dance and drum workshops Friday, Nov. 8 through Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, at the historic Masonic Temple in downtown Flint — or check out the Kuungana concert at 8 p.m. Saturday at UM-Flint's Theatre.
“I think that this is the first of many — and (Flint) is actually going to be an art destination due to this festival,” said Sandra Branch, vice president of the Flint Public Art Project.
The Crim expects a "mind-blowing" 800 runners and walkers at its inaugural 5K on the Runway at Bishop International Airport on Nov. 9.
The annual event hosted by Flint Horror Collective returns to Mott Community College on Saturday, Oct. 12. Films run from noon to 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $5 each.
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