(FLINT, Mich., Nov. 15, 2022) With the holiday shopping season upon us, the Flint & Genesee Chamber is encouraging shoppers to purchase their gifts from area businesses this year. Not sure where to start? The division recently solicited gift suggestions from its members and used the submissions to create its first-ever “Flint & Genesee Chamber Favorite Things” round-up.
“Flint & Genesee is home to a number of businesses that offer products and services that would make great gifts for family, friends, and co-workers,” said Andy Younger, executive director of Flint & Genesee Chamber, a division of Flint & Genesee Group. “By shining a spotlight on some of those businesses, we hope to inspire our community members to shop small and support local this holiday season.”
The Chamber’s “Favorite Things” feature more than 20 gifts ideas from Chamber members that make it easy and fun to find the right gifts for the people on your list. The list is organized into six categories, including experiences, fashion & beauty, flowers, food & drink, personal & professional development, and personalized items.
The areas surrounding Flint also host a variety of holiday festivals in December. Events include:
- Flushing Candlewalk – This is one of Flushing, Michigan’s most heartwarming events. The 30-year-old festival has thousands of glowing candles down Main Street. The event also has chestnuts roasting on an open fire. December 1
- Linden’s Holiday Happening Frosty Parade & Fireworks – Enjoy this family-fun event in downtown Linden, Michigan. The event has train rides through Linden’s historic downtown and tours of the Linden Mills Museum. It also has carriage rides, a holiday parade, and a fireworks display. December 2
- Christmas on Main – In Davison, Michigan, Christmas on Main is an annual event with activities for the whole family. Activities include a lighted parade and visits with Santa. December 2
- Fenton Jinglefest – Jingle all the way down to Fenton, Michigan to celebrate the holidays. There is something for everyone at Jinglefest. Activities include a holiday parade, carolers, a Jinglejog 5K, and a fireworks display. December 3
- 37th Annual Holiday Walk – Held at the world-class Flint Cultural Center in Flint, Michigan, Holiday Walk has events and activities at nine spots on the cultural center’s campus. Places include Applewood Estate, Flint Public Library, Flint Institute of Arts, Sloan Museum of Discovery, and Whiting Auditorium. December 6
Make your visit a weekend trip! Stay at one of Flint & Genesee’s cozy hotels. Save time and book directly through the Explore Flint & Genesee website.
For information on holiday events in Flint & Genesee, visit ExploreFlintandGenesee.org.
About Flint & Genesee Group
Flint & Genesee Group supports the region through its commitment to developing business, talent, and place. Marketing its services through four divisions – Explore Flint & Genesee, Flint & Genesee Chamber, Flint & Genesee Economic Alliance, and Flint & Genesee Education & Talent – as well as with community partners, the organization works to strengthen the Flint and Genesee County economy, and create a place where people thrive, and businesses invest and grow. For more information, visit flintandgenesee.org, and check us out on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter.
