Buckham Alley Tucked between Beach and Saginaw Street in Downtown Flint is Buckham Alley. Most well-known for its annual Buckham Alley Fest – a yearly celebration headed into its 8th year aimed at celebrating the city –the alley is also the hot spot for other events including Flint Drop Fest and Burgers & Brews. Explore […]

A different kind of Thanksgiving tradition Thanksgiving is a day for families to get together around a dinner table and give thanks. People celebrate the day in many ways – but for some Genesee County natives, their celebration is a little different. As early as 8 a.m., trucks, jeeps, and other off-road vehicles gather for […]

As the weather drops, so does the opportunity to spend a family day at the beach or park. Don’t fret, there are still plenty of activities suited for the whole family – that won’t break the bank. Here is one way you can spend a family day in Flint.    Start the day off at Totem Books. Every Saturday, Totem hosts […]

There is something about walking into local bookstores that gives you a feeling of nostalgia. The smell of printed paper hits you as soon as you walk through the door and every book you’ve ever read floods back your mind.   However, it isn’t just the books that keep people coming back. These local shops are a place to explore, gather and discover something new. […]

In the Beginning Built in 1916, Applewood Estate is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It was constructed by Charles Stewart Mott to be a self-sustaining farm for him and his family.  The original 64 acres included pastures, chicken coups, a horse barn and more. In 1951, Mott donated 30 acres of his land to help expand the campus […]