Join us for an unforgettable Cinco de Mayo fiesta on May 4th, 2024, at 12 PM in downtown Flint, MI! Celebrate Mexican culture with vibrant music, delicious cuisine, and lively entertainment. Savor traditional tacos, sip on refreshing margaritas, and immerse...
¡Únase a nosotros para una inolvidable fiesta del Cinco de Mayo el 4 de mayo de 2024 a las 12 P.M. en el centro de Flint, Michigan! Celebre la cultura mexicana con música vibrante, deliciosa comida y entretenimiento animado. Saboree tacos tradicionales, beba...
"THAT'S FUNNY" - Red Carpet Premiere in Flint December 7, 7:30pm Capitol Theater, Downtown Flint The Red Carpet Premiere at the Capitol Theatre will include appearances by Flint natives and stars of the film, Alex Grossman and Ben Cain. Tickets:...
A Tasty Treat from the Richardson’s Kitchen (A long-ago neighbor shared both the cookies and the recipe – then smiled and said they are really Ambrosia Cookies.) 1/2 pound butter (2 sticks) 1 cup nuts (pecans, chopped quite small) 2 cups of...
St. Nicholas – There is a reason Santa is often called St. Nick. based on St. Nicholas, a fourth-century Greek bishop who protected children, among others. St. Nicholas Day is still commonly celebrated across Europe on December 6th. Christmas Boats in Greece - In...
Since it’s November it’s also time to remind you that December’s issue of FOCOV reserves space for you, your neighborhood groups, or organizations the opportunity to wish everyone holiday greetings. Each business card sized ad costs only $10.00! Send your completed...
As October comes to an end and November begins, the air is filled with a sense of anticipation and excitement, particularly in Mexico and among Mexican communities around the world. It's the time for Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, a unique and vibrant...
A medida que Octubre llega a su fin y Noviembre comienza, el aire se llena de anticipación y emoción, particularmente en México y entre las comunidades mexicanas de todo el mundo. Es el momento del Día de los Muertos, o el Día de los Muertos, una tradición única y...
The LatinX Technology and Community Center is gearing up for a Halloween celebration like no other! On October 28th, from 5 to 8 PM, we invite you to join us for "Trick or Treat on Lewis St," a spine-tingling extravaganza that promises to be a hauntingly good time...
¡El centro LatinX se está preparando para una celebración de Halloween como ningún otro! El 28 de octubre, de 5 a 8 PM, los invitamos a unirse con nosotros para "Trick or Treat on Lewis St", un espectáculo escalofriante que promete ser un momento inquietantemente...
On Friday, May 5th, the Latinx and greater Flint community came together to commemorate Cinco de Mayo in a grand celebration that brought an explosion of colors, flavors, and cultural pride. The event featured an impressive array of product vendors and food vendors...
El viernes 5 de mayo, la comunidad Latinx y gran Flint se unieron para conmemorar el Cinco de Mayo en una gran celebración que trajo una explosión de colores, sabores y orgullo cultural. El evento contó con una impresionante variedad de vendedores de productos y...
Prep Time: 25 minutes + chilling Bake Time: 10 minutes Makes 3 dozen Ingredients: 1 cup shortening 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 large egg, room temperature 1 teaspoon peppermint extract 2-1/2 cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon salt Green paste food coloring Green...
Flint Institute of Arts (FIA) The museum is showing three exhibitions during February that connect to Black culture and history. The first exhibit, Expressions: Works on Paper by African American Artists presents a selection of works on paper by African American...
The 44th Annual Citywide Tribute Dinner honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., will be Thursday, Jan. 12, 2023 at the Genesys Banquet Center in Grand Blanc. Centered on the theme “Grace & Perseverance Under Pressure,” this year’s keynote address will be given by...
Every parent has heard this particular complaint, particularly during the holiday season. As if eating, revelry and visiting with family, friends and them visiting you is… well… 'nothing.' With that in mind, sprinkled throughout the pages of this newspaper are...
From Bea (Mom) Frye’s Recipe Cards This is a Polish Christmas delicacy very similar (almost identical) to a New Orleans favorite, the Beignet. The difference is in the artistic flair. Ingredients: 6 egg yolks 1/4 tsp of salt 1 shot of whiskey (whatever your...
I suppose you could leave it moldering on your porch or leave it out for critters. Here are a couple ideas for you and your family. Toasted Pumpkin Seeds Clean seeds- place a colander or strainer in a bowl filled with water. The seeds float – makes separating them...
The Summer Solstice occurs on June 21, indicating the start of Summer in the Northern Hemisphere. It occurs when Earth arrives at the point in its orbit where the North Pole is at its maximum tilt toward the Sun, resulting in the longest day and shortest night of...
The “Modern” Civil Rights Movement dates, arguably, back to a cool December day in 1955 when a tired Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat on a city bus to a white man. There are many important dates in Black History that occurred long before that historic day in...
This is not to say that it’s been canceled. Not by any stretch of the imagination as the ad to the right indicates. There is scheduled to be a Community Celebration at the Flint Institute of Arts, but many events, including the United Way’s annual Martin Luther...
The Feast of Kwanza began the day after Christmas on December 26. On each night, a candle is lit to observe the nguzo saba, the seven principles of Kwanzaa. The principles of Kwanzaa are: Umoja (unity) Kujichagulia (self-determination), Ujima (collective work and...
On August 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., delivered his most eloquent and impassioned speech before a crown of 200,000 at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. A link to video and audio of the speech follows. I am happy to join with you today in what will...
