LaCrosse booster meeting
GRAND BLANC — In preparation for the Grand Blanc Boys’ LaCrosse Club season this spring, the booster club will host a meeting at 7 p.m. on Nov. 28 at McFarlen Library.
Booster club organizer Mary Millwood invites parents to come to the meeting to learn more about Grand Blanc LaCrosse and to begin planning the upcoming season.
Parents of high school boys who have played on the team before, or parents of boys who have not played but are interested in playing, are invited to attend.
In January, the Booster club plans to hold an informational meeting for both parents and players to discuss the season, rules and scheduling. For details, call Mary Millwood at 810-603-0331. — K.S.

Holiday Harvest Dinner and Dance
GRAND BLANC — Grand Blanc Parks and Recreation hosts a Holiday Harvest Dinner and Dance from 6-8 p.m. Nov. 16 for people with special needs and their families. Cost is $2 for adults and $1 for kids (ages 12 and under).
The Holiday Harvest Dinner and Dance is open to special needs individuals of all ages and includes dinner, refreshments, music and dancing. A photo opportunity will be available for $2.
The event is at the Grand Blanc Senior Activity Center, 12362 Pagels Dr. Reserve a spot by calling the Parks and Rec office at 810-694-0101. — K.S.

Still time to give
MICHIGAN — Secretary of State Terri Lynn Land reminds residents that non-perishable food can still be donated to any branch office during the Harvest Gathering food drive, now through Dec. 14.
Donations of peanut butter, canned meat, canned fruit, canned vegetables and soups will benefit disadvantaged families in the community. Cash donations are accepted and are used to cover costs of collecting and distributing the food.
Last year, the Michigan Harvest Gathering raised more than $300,000 and 350,000 pounds of food. This year’s goal is $350,000 and 500,000 pounds of food. For more details, visit the Branch Office Locator at www.Michigan.gov/sos. — K.G.

Gay rights panel discussion
FLINT — The Parents, Family and Friends of Gays and Lesbians (PFLAG) and the Mott Community College Gay/Straight Alliance (GSA) will present a panel discussion on gay rights at 7 p.m. Nov. 15 at MCC.
The “Gay Rights? Why?” discussion focuses on where the law stands today, discrimination in housing and employment, marriage and civil unions, The Religious Perspective, domestic violence and bullying in schools and society.
The program, which is free and open to the public, is in the campus Regional Technology Center auditorium, 1401 E. Court St. — J.N.

No licenses, plates on Thanksgiving
MICHIGAN — On Nov. 22 and 23, all Secretary of State offices will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday. SUPER!Centers also will be closed on Nov. 24. Licenses and plates that expire on the day the offices are closed can be renewed the next day without penalty.For more information, visit www.Michigan.gov/sos. — K.G.

Ojibwe art forms and culture
FLINT — The Flint Institute of Arts, 1120 E. Kearsley St., hosts Native American author and artist Lois Beardslee on Nov. 16 at 6 p.m.
Beardslee speaks on modern issues that affect Woodland Indian artists in northern Michigan. Focusing on cultural appropriation, institutional shortcomings, modern patronage and cultural shifts in the Native American community, Beardslee presents an opportunity to learn more about Indian literature and art.
The discussion is free and open to public. For details, call 810-234-1695. — K.G.

Free Thanksgiving meals
GRAND BLANC — The Genesys Conference and Banquet Center, 805 Health Park Blvd., is hosting the first Giving Feast on Thanksgiving Day from noon-4 p.m.
Guests can enjoy a free Thanksgiving dinner, provided by the Blue Collar Gourmet Restaurant Group. Blue Collar will also provide staff for setup and cleanup.
Blue Collar is looking for individuals and businesses to help or donate to the feast.
Community members can spread the word to eligible families, who need to make reservations by calling 810-606-7230 or 810-606-7447. To learn more about Blue Collar, visit www.flintfood.com. — K.S.

Holdiday open house FENTON — Creative Wood Products, 1370 N. Long Lake Rd., welcomes everyone to catch the Christmas spirit at its Holiday Open House, Nov. 16 and 17 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m., and Nov. 18 from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
The event will showcase products to help everyone get a jumpstart on their Christmas shopping.
Families are also invited to come get their picture taken with live reindeer on Dec. 7 from 6-9 p.m. There is no charge for either of these events.
Children are invited to Meet and Greet Story Time with Mrs. Claus on Dec. 13 from 4-5 p.m. and 5:30-6:30 p.m. Mrs. Claus will share her favorite holiday stories. Cost for the event is $6.50 per child and pre-registration is required. For more information, call 810-629-8818 or go to www.christmasinfenton.com. — K.S.

Christmas breakfast at Woodfield
GRAND BLANC TWP. — The Southeast Genesee Association of Retired School Personnel will hold its annual Christmas Breakfast Meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Dec. 4 at the Woodfield Golf Club off Baldwin Rd.
A gift presentation to the Meals on Wheels program will be given and guests are asked to bring a small wrapped gift marked “male” or “female” that will be delivered with the Christmas trays to the recipients of Meals on Wheels.
All retired school personnel and their spouses are welcome to attend and learn more about the group. re-registration for the event is required. To pre-register, call Treasurer Joan Ferrell at 810-232-3345. — K.S.

Michigan budget crisis discussion
FLINT — Baker College of Flint hosts Tom Clay of the Citizen’s Research Council at 9 a.m. on Dec. 14 in the college’s auditorium.
Clay’s discussion focuses on “Michigan’s Budget Crisis: A Long-term Analysis of the Future for Michigan’s Economy and State Finances.” Clay joined the CRC in 1997 after working 31years with the State of Michigan.
This is a free event, sponsored by the Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce, and area businesses and educational institutions. — K.G.

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