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Connecting YouthQuest & Home: Speaking in Public

February 7, 2017 | Categories: Afterschool Download, Education & Training

Talking in front of a group of people can send even the bravest into a panic. But speaking in public doesn’t have to be scary. In fact, it can be pretty fun! “Public speaking is just like anything else in life,” said Rhetta Hunyady, Vice President of Education & Training at the Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce. “Practice makes… Read More

On the Job: Devontia Whigham

February 7, 2017 | Categories: Uncategorized

By the time TeenQuest graduate Devontia Whigham applied to work at Subway at age 18, he was more than ready for the job. After all, Whigham had gone through 40 hours of pre-employment training and had previously worked at Kearsley Park through Summer Youth Initiative. “I don’t think I realized how much I was learning from TeenQuest at the time,”… Read More

YouthQuest’s Monthly Highlights: January 2017

February 7, 2017 | Categories: Afterschool Download, Education & Training

NEVER TOO EARLY There are more than 4,000 colleges and universities in the United States, with 93 in Michigan alone. In January, students in fifth through eighth grades were challenged to send a letter to at least one out-of-state college, asking them to send back materials that could be used to advertise their school. After they hear back from the… Read More

Resources for Job Seekers in Flint & Genesee County

February 7, 2017 | Categories: Afterschool Download, Education & Training

Looking for a job? Whether you’re a high school student or parent, there are several local resources that can help prepare you for the job market and connect you with local employers. A few examples include: Career Edge Career Edge is designed to give participants, ages 18 and up, the skills needed to get and keep a job. The workshop series… Read More

Things To Do: February 6-12

February 5, 2017 | Categories: Explore Flint & Genesee

Flint Institute of Arts, Flint, Michigan

Information and dates are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm. Events Attractions Art & Culture Entertainment Shopping Dining with Evening Entertainment Nightlife Download PDF Events Wednesday, February 8: Flint Firebirds Hockey at Dort Event Center, 3501 Lapeer Road, Flint * (810) 744-0580 * dorteventcenter.com (Game begins 7 p.m.) The Flint Firebirds will play against the London Knights. The Firebirds are… Read More

8 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Flint & Genesee

February 4, 2017 | Categories: Explore Flint & Genesee

Whether you're spending Valentine’s weekend with your partner, kids or friends, there are plenty of ways to celebrate in Flint and Genesee. For example, you might: Hit the ice with Mickey and Minnie Mouse at Crystal Fieldhouse Ice Arena. The open skate is scheduled from 2:30-4 p.m. Feb. 11. General admission is $10, with VIP and family packages available. Take a moonlit… Read More