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Spicer Orchards
This apple orchard has all the makings of a perfect fall family day. Wander through the corn maze, visit the pumpkin patch, pick apples, and check out the goats in the animal barn. Top it off with hot, homemade donuts that are so melt-inyour- mouth good they’ll make your knees buckle. (09/2011)
10411 Clyde Rd, Fenton
810-632-7692
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Creek City Grill
This eatery serves comfort food with flair for all three meals. Adventurous foodies will be intrigued by the imaginative breakfast options like the delicious glazed doughnut cut in half, grilled, and served with ham, egg and melted cheese. You know you want it. $$ (09/2011)
6104 Miller Rd, Swartz Creek
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Cork on Saginaw
So much wine, so little time. At this wine bar you can try all 28. Simply run your debit card through the enomatic wine serving system and enjoy 1- to-2- oz samples, make your own flight, then purchase a full glass of the one you like best. Also, nibble on bacon-cashew caramel corn. (09/2011)
635 S Saginaw St
810-422-9625
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Sullivan’s Irish Alley
One hundred thousand welcomes await at this family-owned gift emporium. Need a Celtic knot bead for a true love’s bracelet or an Irish patchwork walking hat? If it has to do with the Emerald Isle, you’re likely to find it here, including rare pieces like Ogham (ancient script) wish plaques. (08/2011)
104 E Main St, Flushing
810-487- 2473
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Flint Children’s Museum
Learning is fun at this museum that uses hands-on science and creative play to teach kids how the world works. This month’s theme is “Up, Up and Away"and visitors will learn about flight by conducting outdoor experiments, like sending stomp rockets into the sky. (08/2011)
1602 W University Ave
810-767-5437
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Back to the Bricks Cruise Weekend
Legendary drag racer Big Daddy Don Garlits and his infamous Swamp Rat headline the entire weekend of this annual open-air celebration that will showcase about 30,000 classic cars. Activities include movie screenings, hot dog lunches and, of course, Saturday’s car show. Aug. 16-20. (08/2011)
407 S Saginaw St, Flint
810-695-2894
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Chutney Bazaar
Shop Bollywood DVDs and imported goodies while munching a handmade veggie samosa at this no-frills Indian grocerturned deli. It’s perfect for a midday curry fix— especially the aloo tikki chaat (spicy peas spooned over potato cakes). $ (08/2011)
5454 Perry Rd, Grand Blanc
810-603-1499
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Churchill’s
Founded in 1980 when the University of Michigan’s Flint campus was itself just a young thing, this longtime downtown favorite calls itself the city’s original college bar. Thursdays $1 pitchers and well drinks from 9pm to midnight and Mexican Wednesdays always draw crowds of ravenous students looking for a sweet deal. $ (08/2011)
340 S Saginaw St
810-238-3800
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Fenton Winery & Brewery
Head to this sleek bistro-like spot for craft brews, small plates, quiet conversation and occasional live music. After indulging in the decadent cherry chocolate port over cheesecake, stop by the bar to say hello to the superfriendly owners. (08/2011)
1545 N Leroy St, Fenton
810-373-4194
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The Whiting
A 1999 renovation returned this local institution to its original 1960s elegance. This month brings the Magnus Midwest Showcase Ballet (July 16) and Great Expectations, performed by the Flint Youth Theatre (July 22 to Aug. 6). (08/2011)
1241 E Kearsley St
810-237-7337
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Genesee Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat
Relive the lazy Mississippi days of Tom Sawyer on a paddlewheel riverboat sightseeing tour of Mott Lake on evening, lunch and specialty cruises. Additional summer departures are available from Crossroads Village. (06/2011)
5161 Branch Rd
810-736-7100
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For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum
Recharge your inner battery with a peaceful walk among rare trees like the American chestnut. This 383-acre preserve offers 7 miles of hiking trails year-round, including a paved path near the Foote Bird Museum and Nature Center. (04/2011)
2142 N Genesee Rd, Burton
810- 789-8567
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