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Connecting YouthQuest & Home: Urban Gardening
Many students who live in a city setting don’t get a chance to experience gardening and the healthy food choices that come with it – which is why YouthQuest is bringing gardening to the students. “Urban gardening improves access to healthy foods for everyone, regardless of where they live.,” said LaKeitha Givens, YouthQuest Program Director. “By empowering students to grow… Read More 

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YouthQuest Highlights: June 2017
CARNIVAL EARNED BY ACCELERATED READING The Accelerated Reading program at Freeman Elementary is designed to help kids improve their reading scores throughout the school year. The students read books and take quizzes on what they read to earn points. After hitting their goal of 1,600 points, staff from YouthQuest, Community Education and Freeman’s day school partnered together to hold the… Read More 

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On the Job: Elizabeth Fejedelem
When Elizabeth Fejedelem first started her job at the bakery in the Bavarian Inn, she had never worked retail or used a cash register before. But her mom knew she could do it. “She thought it would help me to open up and not be so shy,” says Fejedelem, who graduated from Genesee High School in 2016 and received a… Read More 

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Fireworks, Flint, Michigan
Information and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. Independence Day CelebrationsEvents Attractions Art & Culture Entertainment Shopping Dining with Evening Entertainment Nightlife Download PDF Independence Day Celebrations Monday & Tuesday, July 3 & 4: “Fenton Freedom Festival” at Fenton Community & Cultural Center, 150 S. Leroy Street, Fenton * fentonchamber.com (Festival begins 7 p.m. Monday and 7 a.m. Tuesday) This… Read More 

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The next time you pack your lunch, consider including some of the following foods. New research from across the world suggests that each of the following play a role in fighting various diseases and disorders. Red grapes, unpeeled apples and turmeric New research from the University of Texas at Austin shows that natural compounds found in these foods could help… Read More 

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By Ben Clevenger, Client Services, Michigan Planners Some people cringe at the sound of screeching.  Others, at the sight of blood.   Some, at the thought of health insurance. While employer-sponsored benefits may seems pretty straightforward to industry experts, employees and family members may not agree. Listed below are some tips to consider when cultivating a culture of understanding among your… Read More