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 […]

We are coming up on the last few weeks to catch fall foliage in Genesee County. Leaves are beginning to fall from the trees, but there is still time to see the beauty of the season. Here are a few ways you can participate before the winter blows in.  Hike your Local Park  One of the best places to […]