Insect brunch
GRAND BLANC — On June 5, first grade students at Brendel Elementary had an unusual meal.
Students in Miranda Matheson, Keri Nemecek, and Tara Stimac’s first grade classes hosted an “Insect Brunch” in the school’s cafeteria.
The brunch was the culmination of the insect science unit. It included bug-inspired food, costumes and several parents and fellow classmates.
In addition to the look-alike bug cuisine, the students also displayed their homemade insects, most of which were made of Styrofoam balls, pipe cleaners, felt, spray paint, glue, and other materials. They also each made a display board about their chosen bug, and guests then were encouraged to examine each board and leave written comments. — A.S.

Donation to ACA
GRAND BLANC TWP. — Grand Blanc West Middle School students in science teacher Elizabeth Lemerond’s classes raised $100 for the Amputee Coalition of America.
The organization works to raise awareness for people who have lost limbs. Students pledged the money to Lemerond’s cousin, Chris Casteel, for a charity kayak event on Father’s Day weekend.
Casteel lost his leg in a motorcycle accident. — A.S.

Party with the Pros
GRAND BLANC TWP. — Party with the Pros for the Women and Kids is scheduled 6-11 p.m. June 27 at the homes of Mel and Lou Dortch, Debbie and Rich Nemesi and Joan and Jeff (JP) Powell on Fairway Trail.
The event is the official 50th Anniversary Celebration of the Buick Open. All proceeds will go towards the Genesys Women and Children Center.
The event has a 1958 theme, and guests should wear country club casual attire. The event will also include Sinatra music, classic Buick cars, films discussing life in Flint in the 1950s, mid-century decorations and 1958 trivia. Participants also will have an opportunity to mingle with the Buick Open professionals.
A minimum donation of $100 per person required for admittance. To register for the party of make a donation to the center, visit genesys.org/partywiththepros or call Nan Hamilla at Genesys at 810-606-6040. — A.S.

Fundraiser for Elijah
GRAND BLANC — A fundraiser for Elijah Palmer takes place 9 a.m.-5 p.m. June 26, 27 and 28 at 8229 Peninsula Circle.
Palmer is a two-year old born with half of a heart, as well as a number of other medical issues. He is about to undergo his third surgery to repair his heart. The family has no medical insurance, and his father has to take off work to stay at the Ronald McDonald House with the family for several weeks.
Details: www.wfum.org. — A.S.

Pennies for Paws
GRAND BLANC — The student council at Brendel Elementary recently raised $392.60 for the Genesee County Humane Society.
The students raised money for the shelter through a “Pennies for Paws” penny drive at the school. Terry Rozyla of the Genesee County Humane Society visited the school June 3 to accept the donation. Along with her was her mixed breed dog, Faith, who she rescued from the shelter. Rozyla told the students the story of Faith’s recovery after adoption, including a surgical removal of her collar.
With the funds the school raised, Rozyla told the student council they would “save the lives of a lot of dogs and cats.” — A.S.

Optimist Qualifier
GRAND BLANC — Kyle Cooper of Grand Blanc won the boys 14 -15 division at the Optimist International Golf Championship Qualifier at the Davison Country Club on June 16 and 17.
Cooper shot a 78 and 75 in the two-day tournament. He now qualifies for the Optimist International Golf Championship in West Palm Beach Gardens in Florida on July 26 - 28.
Cooper, 14, will enter the ninth grade at Grand Blanc High School in the fall. — A.S.

Meet and greet
GRAND BLANC TWP. — Harold “Rusty” Ward hosts a meet and greet fundraiser 6-8 p.m. June 30 at the Cobblestone Lounge, 7490 Fenton Rd.
Ward is a Democratic candidate for Michigan’s 51st District House of Representatives. Funds raised will go to his campaign. The event is open to the public. Suggested donations are $20, but donations of any amount are accepted. Pizza and soft drinks will be provided and a cash bar will be available. — A.S.

Donation to FISH
GRAND BLANC — At a June 10 honors assembly, students at Indian Hill Elementary presented Daphne Prescott, vice president of the FISH organization, with a $500 donation to help purchase school supplies for needy children in the Grand Blanc area. — A.S.

More Tips