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Seasonal Fun
October 20–26
Spicer Orchards “Corn Maze and Weekend Fall Fun”
10411 Clyde Road, Fenton · (810) 632-7692 · spicerorchards.com
(Open 9 a.m. to 7 p.m./Corn Maze open until 6 p.m.) Enjoy daily fall
festivities featuring hayrides, fruit picking, a cider making process, a large
farm play area, pony and train rides, large inflatables, donut production, a
bee keeping display and more. On weekends, enjoy additional fall fun with
activities for all ages. Also, take on the challenge at Spicer’s Corn Maze!
October 23–26
Country Corn Maze
450 N. Vernon Road, Corunna · (989) 743-6899 · cornmazefun.net
(Open Thursday & Friday 6 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. and
Sunday 1 p.m. to 8 p.m.) Spend a day at the farm while working your way
through four professionally designed corn mazes including a fun maze for
kids. Also, enjoy a corn cannon, pumpkin patch and apple cider and donuts.
October 23–26
“Exit 13” Haunted House in Mt. Morris
6069 N. Saginaw Street, Mt. Morris (1/4 mile south off of I-475) ·
(810) 858-9768 · exit13hauntedhouse.com
(Open at 7 p.m.) Get up-close and personal with some of the scariest
Halloween creatures featuring live actors and state of the art effects with
vampires, werewolves, clowns, monsters, the pig man and chainsaw man
October 23–26
“Saint Lucifer’s Haunted Asylum and 13 Feet Under”
at Playland Fun Center
5290 S. Dort Highway, Grand Blanc · (810) 695-8200 · playlandfuncenter.com
(Box Office opens 8 p.m.) Rated Flint’s top haunted house, St. Lucifer’s,
for the mentally insane, was boarded up and left for dead in 1974. Be
one of the bravest to enter and discover the meaning of fear as the brutal
past of the abused patients come alive, including many that have disappeared into the 5 miles of underground tunnels.
the haunted trails at For-Mar with plenty of thrills and chills around
every bend. Recommended for ages 10 and older.
October 24–26
Montrose Orchards “Pumpkin Fantasyland Tours”
12473 Seymour Road, Montrose · (810) 639-6971 · montroseorchards.com
(Open Friday 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Take an enchanted 200 acre hayride on an old-fashioned wagon while
enjoying many unique displays of your favorite childhood characters.
Stop at the Pumpkin Patch and find that perfect Halloween pumpkin.
After the tour, stop by the campfire for some hot dogs, s’mores, apple
cider and freshly made donuts.
October 24–26
“The Crypt” Haunted House
4247 S. Dort Highway, Burton · thecrypthauntedhouse.com
(Open dusk to 12 a.m.) Enjoy this in your face Crypt chilling and
thrilling haunted house featuring live actors and state of the art effects
that will leave all visitors breathless. Experience the black hole, claustrophobia and more. Beware of the Crypt!
October 24–26
“Halloween Ghosts & Goodies”
at Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad
6140 Bray Road, Flint · (800) 648-PARK · geneseecountyparks.org
(Open Friday 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.)
Join Crossroads for some silly Halloween fun when the Village becomes
filled with friendly witches, happy ghosts and some of your favorite
spooky friends. Find your way through an amusing straw maze and an
enchanted forest where trees have eyes. Watch an old-fashioned magic
show and take a 40-minute ride on the famous Huckleberry Ghost Train
Express! There are trick-or-treat stations throughout the Village with
plenty of doughnuts and candy for everyone. It is highly recommended
to purchase train tickets in advance as seats do sell out.
October 24–25
“Haunted Trail” at For-Mar Nature Preserve
October 25
“Lil’ Monsters Halloween Bash”
at Genesee Valley Center
2142 N. Genesee Road, Burton · (810) 789-8567 · geneseecountyparks.org
3341 S. Linden Road, Flint · (810) 732-4000 · geneseemall.com
(Open 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.) Be prepared to be scared as you travel through
(Event runs 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Enjoy indoor, and safe, Trick-or-Treating
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at Genesee Valley Center along with live family-friendly music, a spooktacular comedy show, storytelling, crafts, raffles and more. Trick-or-treat
bags can be picked up, along with a list of participating stores, outside of
the Genesee District Library, located in the Sears wing. This is a free event
for ages 12 and under. (Please, no face covering masks or weapons.)
October 25
“Flint Horror Convention – Part 4”
at Flint’s Riverfront Banquet Center
1 Riverfront Center West, Flint · flinthorrorcon.com
(Event runs 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.) Get spooked out at this ultimate terror
convention that’s fun for the whole family featuring vendors, movies,
costume contests, scary fun, entertainment and lots more. Special celebrity guest appearances by Daniel Roebuck and Chuck Williams (Bubba
Ho-Tep), Bob Elmore (Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2), Tom Sullivan (FX
Artist the Evil Dead), Lucifer Fulci (Musician, Author, Actor) and Eileen
Dietz (The Exorcist). Also, get a photo with the Green Goblin Prop from
Maximum Overdrive. To read more about this horror event visit http://
www.fromdusktillcon.com/content/interviews/166-interviews-showcase/2247-interview-chris-ringler-flint-horro-con.
October 25
“Halloween Trick-or-Treat Trail”
at Kelly Lake Park in Burton
Munson Street, Burton (off Lapeer Road between Genesee and Center
Roads) · burtonmi.gov
(Open 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.) Enjoy this Halloween family-fun tradition with
hayrides, pumpkins, donuts and cider, bounce houses and more.
Events
October 24
University of Michigan-Flint Men’s Hockey Team
at Crystal Fieldhouse Arena
5371 Daly Farms Drive, Burton · (810) 744-0800 · umflinthockey.com
(Game begins 7:30 p.m.) The University of Michigan-Flint Men’s Hockey Team will play against Hope College.
October 24 & 25
“Michigan Warriors” Hockey
at Flint’s Perani Arena & Event Center
3501 Lapeer Road, Flint · (810) 744-0580 · peraniarena.com
(Games begin 7 p.m.) The Michigan Warriors hockey team will play
against Sault St. Marie. The Michigan Warriors are a Tier II Junior A ice
hockey team and play in the North American Hockey League’s North Division. The team represents a continuation of Flint’s rich hockey tradition.
October 25
“Super Saturday Storytime”
at the Flint Public Library (Main Branch)
1026 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 232-7111 · fpl.info
October 25
“Saturday Walk-In Crafts”
at the Flint Public Library (Main Branch)
1026 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 232-7111 · fpl.info
(Event runs 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.) Meet in the Children’s Room for some
fun hands-on craft projects. Recommended for preschool, kindergarten
and elementary school ages.
October 25 & 26
“A Festival of Phenomenal Women”
at The New McCree Theatre
5005 Cloverlawn, Flint · (810) 787-2200 · thenewmccreetheatre.com
(Festival begins 7 p.m.) This special two-day festival illuminates the works
of talented and gifted local African American writers, poets, spoken word
artists, dancers, singers, actors and visual artists. The program will consist
of readings, performances and exhibits by these phenomenal women who
give great substance to the legacy of the late great Maya Angelou.
Attractions
October 20–26
Sloan Museum
1221 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 237-3450 · SloanLongway.org
(Monday-Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. to 5
p.m.) Enjoy regional history, historic automobiles and hands-on science
activities where children and adults can explore principles of chemistry
and physics through exhibits and staff presentations.
“Curious George: Let’s Get Curious” – Explore familiar buildings and
locales from the Curious George book series and television show Let’s
Get Curious! The exhibit presents key concepts in science, math and
engineering, which are woven and layered throughout. Activities invite
all to learn like George-through direct experience and problem solving.
“Flint and The American Dream” – Relive Flint’s dramatic history, as
the birthplace of General Motors comes to life with over 600 artifacts
and photographs, including rare antique automobiles, colorful neon
signs, period clothing, household furnishings, commercial goods and
much more. Encounter the ups and downs of General Motors, the birth
of the UAW and what life was like in Flint during the 50s, 60s and 70s.
October 21–26
Flint Children’s Museum
1602 W. University Avenue, Flint · (810) 767-5437 · flintchildrensmuseum.org
(Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.)
Come explore, where the power of play inspires lifelong learning
through over 40 hands-on educational and fun exhibits. Recommended
for ages 2 to 10.
“Smashing Pumpkins” – Learn all about pumpkins and Halloween
traditions. Participate in daily hands-on activities, from 11 a.m. to 3
p.m., featuring “Candy Corn Math” this week and learn how to count
to ten at the Museum’s Investigation Station
(Event runs 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.) Join a Library staff member for themed
stories, literacy and hands-on activities in the Children’s Room. Recommended for preschool, kindergarten and elementary school ages.
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October 24 & 25
Longway Planetarium Laser Rock Shows
1310 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 237-3409 or 237-3400 · SloanLongway.org
“Laser Spooktacular” @ 7 p.m.
“Laser Frightlights” @ 8 p.m. (not recommended for children)
“Laser Pink Floyd: The Wall” @ 9 p.m. (Friday only)
“Laser Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon” @ 9 p.m. (Saturday only)
October 24–26
Buick Automotive Gallery & Research Center
303 Walnut Street, Flint · (810) 237-3440 or 237-3450 · SloanLongway.org
(Open Friday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. to 5
p.m. - call 24 hours in advance for all other appointments.) The Gallery
displays over 25 classical and concept locally built automobiles featuring
five one-of-a-kind concept cars – a 1954 Wildcat II, Centurion, Arrow,
Phantom and an XP. Also on display is an extensive renovated Buick Bug.
“Restore the Roar” – This exhibit features unique Buick Gallery sto-
ries of automobile transformation from trash into treasure and those
vehicles that are not restored. Find out why the museum restores
some models and not others and what considerations are made when
taking a vehicle into collection. Put on your work gloves and discover
what goes into these restorations.
October 25
Hadley House Museum
306 S. Saginaw Street, Holly · (248) 634-9233 ·
http://www.hsmichigan.org/holly/museum/
(Open 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.) Built in 1873, this Victorian Italianate style
home features original woodwork, four bedrooms, a large local photographic collection and an extensive genealogy library for northwest
Oakland County.
October 25 & 26
Longway Planetarium Shows
1310 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 237-3409 or 237-3400 · SloanLongway.org
“Laser Spooktacular” (Show starts 12:30 p.m. & 3:30 p.m.) – Bring
your ghosts, goblins and other creepy, crawly monsters to this slightly spooky, yet frightfully fun laser show featuring Halloween favorites
such as “Monster Mash”, “Ghostbusters” and “The Purple People
Eater.” Recommended for all ages.
“The Halloween Show” (Show starts 2 p.m.) – Join student witch
Holly Ween, and Jack O’ Lantern, the pumpkin comedian, as they explore Halloween history and traditions, the constellations of autumn
and winter and what causes the phases of the Moon. Recommended
for families with children over 4.
Art & Culture
October 20–26
Flint Institute of Arts (FIA)
1120 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 234-1695 · flintarts.org
(Monday-Wednesday & Friday 12 p.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday 12 p.m. to
9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.) Visit
the FIA and browse through their outstanding collections of American,
European, Native American, African and Asian art including paintings,
sculptures, prints, drawings and decorative arts featuring a complete set
of 17th century French tapestries.
“The Art of Video Games” (Opening Saturday) – Organized by the
Smithsonian American Art Museum, this exhibit examines the
evolution of video games as an artistic medium over the industry’s
40-year history. It highlights influential artists during five eras of
technology, from Alan VCS to the PlayStation3, as well as contemporary game designers.
“Cutting it Close: The Art of Carving” – Carving as a means for creating objects and images is an ancient practice that has continued to be
a popular art form for millennia. From stones and bones to precious
materials like jade and ivory, carvings come in a variety of materials,
shapes and sizes. View this collection of carvings through the ages.
October 21, 23 & 25
Art at the Market Gallery at Flint Farmers’ Market
300 E. First Street, Flint · (810) 238-9202 · artatthemarket.com
(Open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.) Located in the Flint Farmers’ Market, enjoy
browsing, and purchasing, at this unique art gallery showcasing over 30
local artists original artwork. Art at the Market is a non-profit organization that is solely operated by the artists.
October 23–25
Buckham Gallery
134 ½ W. Second Street, Flint · (810) 239-6233 · buckhamgallery.org
(Open 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.) Founded in 1984, Buckham Gallery is an
artist-run, not-for-profit exhibition and performance space that features
artists from as many diverse locations as possible. It is the philosophy of
the gallery to create an open atmosphere which allows both emerging
and established artists to take charge of their own creative pursuits.
Theater
October 23–26
Fenton Village Players presents “Jake’s Women”
at the Fenton Village Playhouse
14197 Torrey Road, Fenton · (810) 750-7700 · fentonvillageplayers.org
(Show begins Thursday-Saturday 7 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.) Enjoy this
Neil Simon comedy play about Jake, a writer with a struggling marriage,
who talks to many women, both in real life and in his imagination, as he
works to save his marriage. Suffering with psychosis and seeing representations of his daughter at age 12, Jake’s late wife and recently divorced
wife are dealing with his inability to write productively and must resolve
these issues before he does.
October 24 - 26
“Venus in Fur”
at the Flint Institute of Arts’ Film Theater
1120 E. Kearsley Street, Flint · (810) 234-1695 · flintarts.org
(Film begins Friday & Saturday 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m.) Enjoy
this drama about an obscure actress who attempts to convince a stage
director that she is perfect for a part. This film is not rated.
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Entertainment
October 20–26
IMAX Trillium Theatre in Grand Blanc/NCG Cinemas
8220 Trillium Circle Avenue, Grand Blanc · Show Times (810) 695-5000 ·
Office (810) 953-0650 · ncgmovies.com/grand-blanc/
Flushing location • 3464 Ann Drive, Flushing • (810) 659-7260 •
rollhaven.com—Rollhaven Skate & Fun Center in Flushing has fun
for everyone with open skate sessions, Friday Nite Live skate, Sunday
FunDay, CannonBlaster and a huge soft playground area. Check the
website above for a complete calendar of events and hours of operation.
“Dracula Untold” an IMAX Experience (Rated PG-13) – This story
explores the origin of the man who became known as Dracula, a flawed
hero in a tragic love story set in a dark age of magic and war.
Shopping
October 20–26
Chuck E. Cheese’s
3341 S. Linden Road, Flint · (810) 732-4000 · geneseemall.com
3489 Miller Road, Flint · (810) 733-7404 · chuckecheese.com
(Open Sunday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
and Saturday 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.) Chuck E. Cheese’s is the ultimate place
“Where A Kid Can Be A Kid” and parents can enjoy every moment.
That’s why Chuck E. himself takes pride in providing a safe, family-friendly environment offering video games, high-tech simulator
rides, skytubes, kiddie rides for the little ones, live stage shows and
more. Admission is free and games are always just one token.
October 20–26 (There is no Public Ice Skating on Saturday)
Public Ice Skating & Drop-In Hockey
at Crystal Fieldhouse Ice Arena
5371 Daly Farms Drive, Burton · (810) 744-0800 · crystalfh.com
(Public Skate runs Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m. & 4 p.m. to
5:50 p.m., Friday 4 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. & 9 p.m. to 10:50 p.m., Saturday 2
p.m. to 3:50 p.m. & 9 p.m. to 10:50 p.m. and Sunday 2 p.m. to 3:50 p.m./
Drop-In Hockey runs Wednesday 7:30 p.m. to 8:50 p.m., Friday 1 p.m.
to 2:20 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. to 8:50 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m.)
Come skate this newly renovated, community facility, home to U-of-M
Flint Hockey, the Greater Flint Hockey Association, Elite Skating Academy and the CANUSA Games Flint Hockey 2014. Public skating and
Drop-In Hockey schedules are subject to change without notice. Please
call ahead to confirm times.
October 20–26
Public Ice Skating at Flint Iceland
1160 S. Elms Road, Flint · (810) 635-8487 · flinticeland.com
(Open Monday-Friday 11 a.m. to 12:50 p.m., Friday & Saturday 8 p.m.
to 9:50 p.m. and Saturday & Sunday 12 p.m. to 1:50 p.m.) Enjoy the
sport of ice skating with friends and family. Public skating sessions are
a great way to get out on the ice, get some exercise and have fun while
doing it. Public skating schedule is subject to change without notice.
Please call ahead to confirm times.
October 20–26
Rollhaven Skate & Fun Center
(2 locations)
Flint/Grand Blanc location • 5313 S. Saginaw, Flint • (810) 694-4533
• rollhaven.com—Located in Grand Blanc Township, families can
enjoy open skate sessions, adult skate, friends & family skate, kid
specials, a Friday Nite Live skate, Junior Roller Derby, laser tag, a giant soft play area and more. Check the website above for a complete
calendar of events and hours of operation.
October 20–26
Genesee Valley Center
“Shop until you drop” at Flint’s 1.3 million square feet of shopping space
anchored by Macy’s, JC Penney, Sears and Burlington Coat Factory. Find
those unique buys at the Center’s one-of-a-kind shops and markets such
as Buckle and Forever 21. The Outdoor Village offers 65,000 square feet of
boulevard-style shopping and national tenants including Bar Louie, Chico’s, Coldwater Creek and more. Visit website above for coupon savings.
October 20–26
Courtland Center Mall
4190 E. Court Street, Burton · (810) 744-0742 · courtlandcenter.com
Conveniently located off I-69, Courtland Center offers 472,000 square
feet of enclosed shopping featuring national retail anchors including JC
Penney, Staples, Jo-Ann Superstore and Dunham’s Sports. Visit more than
50 retailers and eateries while enjoying this friendly shopping experience
with convenient parking. Visit website above for special store offers.
October 20–26
Birch Run Premium Outlets
12240 S. Beyer Road, Birch Run · (989) 624-6226 · premiumoutlets.com
Find incredible values on all the new season fashions with up to a 65%
discount on every day savings. Shop at over 145 well-known brand name
stores such as the Pottery Barn Outlet, COACH Factory and the Nike Factory Store. Visit website above for a list of additional in-store promotions.
October 20–26
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
4000 Baldwin Road, Auburn Hills · (877) 746-7452 ·
greatlakescrossingoutlets.com
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets is the market’s dominant retail outlet
and entertainment destination, attracting customers throughout the
Midwest and Canada. With 185 manufacturer’s outlets and traditional
retail stores, Great Lakes Crossing Outlets is Michigan’s only enclosed
value-regional mall. Visit website above for special coupon savings.
October 20–26
Carriage Town Antique Center
503 Garland Street, Flint · (810) 238-1444 · carriagetownantiquecenter.com
(Open 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Housed in a restored Art Deco warehouse,
Carriage Town Antique Center has a fantastic mix of quality antiques,
vintage collectibles and exquisite art. Browse two levels for antique
furniture, glass, pottery, silver, vintage clothing, primitive pieces, period
lighting and vintage Christmas all year round.
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October 21, 23 & 25
Flint Farmers’ Market
300 E. First Street, Flint · (810) 232-1399 · flintfarmersmarket.com
(Open Tuesday & Thursday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 8 a.m. to
5 p.m.) Open year-round, shop Flint’s 32,000 square feet city market
featuring over 50 inside vendors selling produce, including fresh, locally
grown foods, a meat market, poultry, breads and baked goods, cheese, a
wine shop, art gallery, flowers, gourmet coffees, crafts, fine arts and more.
On Saturday, during the fall months, browse and purchase from over 25
produce and flower vendors, as well as art and craft vendors, at the Market’s outdoor pavilion area. Also, enjoy breakfast/lunch at the Market’s
“Steady Eddy’s”, a unique café where the veggies meet the eggs & bacon
and the tuna melts meet the veggie burgers. A majority of their menu is
purchased from Market vendors. (Open Tuesday through Saturday).
Dining with Entertainment
October 20–25
Cranberries Café
10250 Hegel Road, Goodrich · (810) 636-3409 · cranberriescafe.com
(Open for lunch Monday-Saturday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and for dinner
Tuesday-Thursday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday & Saturday 4 p.m. to 10
p.m.) Enjoy great food and drinks, including Michigan beers on tap,
while relaxing in this 1917 building featuring its original tin ceiling and
flooring, an antique cherry bar and an original floral icebox, from northern Michigan, now converted into a wine cooler. Dine at Cranberries on
Wednesday and receive a bottle of wine half off with dinner. Also, enjoy
live entertainment Thursday evening, from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., with blues
guitar, sax and vocals by Stu & Sabrina.
October 20–26
Brickstreet of Grand Blanc
1223 E. Grand Blanc Road, Grand Blanc · (810) 603-2114 ·
brickstreetbarandgrill.com
(Open at 11a.m. Monday – Friday and at 12 p.m. on Saturday & Sunday)
Famous for fresh seafood, house-cut steaks and signature entrees, enjoy
lunch, dinner and drinks in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere.
Live lounge entertainment, with Bob Adado, runs Wednesday through
Saturday starting at 7 p.m. Outdoor seating/dining is available (weather
permitting).
October 20–26
Spoonz Lakeside Tavern
3482 W. Silver Lake Road, Fenton · (810) 208-7601 · spoonzlakesidetavern.com
(Monday-Thursday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., Friday & Saturday 11 a.m. to 2
a.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.) Open daily for lunch and dinner
enjoy flavorful dishes while soaking in a beautiful view of Silver Lake.
Live bands rock the house every Friday and Saturday with a large dance
floor area. Outdoor seating/dining is available on the Lakeside Patio Bar
(weather permitting).
October 20–26
Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille
p.m. and Sunday 3 p.m. to 8 p.m.) The Fenton Hotel Tavern & Grille
stands solid and hospitable, greeting hungry patrons as it did when
it was first built while the railroads came to Fenton in 1856. A daily
menu is available with a variety of delicious choices including fresh fish,
savory steaks, comfort food and more. The piano bar with live entertainment is open Tuesday and Thursday, from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Friday
& Saturday from 8 p.m. to midnight.
October 21–26
Fenton Winery & Brewery (FWB)
1370 N. Long Lake Road, Fenton · (810) 373-4194 · fentonwinery.com
(Tuesday-Thursday 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., Friday & Saturday 12 p.m. to 10
p.m. and Sunday 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.) Founded in 2007, the FWB began as
a typical winery featuring 15 wines and a tasting bar. They now offer a
variety of beers on top and over 20 wine choices (3 on tap) with a steady
rotation of seasonal wines and specialties such as the Mulled Red Wine
in the winter or the House Port that is fortified with French barrel-aged
Brandy. FWB also offers a retail store “Taproom” to purchase those favorites, a delicious menu, wine & beer samplings and live entertainment
most weekends starting at 8 p.m. Outdoor seating/dining is available in
the Wine and Beer Garden (weather permitting).
Nightlife
October 20–26
The Machine Shop Concert Lounge
3539 S. Dort Highway, Flint · (810) 715-2650 · themachineshop.info
(Doors open at 7 p.m. for all shows unless otherwise noted) The
Machine Shop hosts live rock-n-roll, metal and outlaw country events
weekly. Enjoy comedy night on Friday with Doug Stanhope and special
guest Mishka Shubaly. On Saturday, The Machine Shop is hosting a Benefit for the Michigan Multiple Sclerosis Society with performances by
“My Perfect Nightmare”, “Fall Prey”, “ST8 of Mine”, “Cradle the Fall” and
“tba.” The evening will also feature a costume contest, a raffle and more.
October 24 & 25
Sequoia Wine Bar and Martini Lounge
5304 Gateway Centre Drive, Flint · (810) 233-8000 · theredwoodlodge.com
(Live music begins 9 p.m.) Located inside Redwood Steakhouse &
Brewery, the Sequoia Lounge presents live music every weekend with
the group “Elizabeth Reed” performing Friday night and “Soul’d Out”
Saturday.
October 24 & 25
The Historic Holly Hotel Comedy Club
110 Battle Alley, Holly · (248) 634-5208 · hollyhotel.com
(Show begins 8:30 p.m. & 10:30 p.m.) Enjoy professional stand-up comedy featuring a variety of local and national entertainers with Johnny
Beehner in the club this weekend with special guest Stu Mccallister.
Information and dates above are subject to change without notice. Please call ahead to confirm.
302 N. Leroy Street, Fenton · (810) 750-9463 · fentonhotel.com
(Monday-Thursday 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., Friday & Saturday 4 p.m. to 11
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