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Health & Fitness

Junking, Relaxing and Having Fun in Fenton

There are plenty of great activities in Fenton and the surrounding area.

On The Road With Donna

After a tough week plus with flu and then bronchitis this lady is FINALLY getting it back together.

The house is cleaned with Lysol and bleach right down to the doorknobs and replaced toothbrushes so I'm ready to face the world again.

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Face the world locally. With soaring gas prices and a budget to keep us from jumping in the car for long road trips we have found fun here at home. The bright side is there are many things to do around here locally. As many of you know I LOVE to go to the consignment and antique stores. Junking is my favorite term. Let's start with Rankin. There is a large antique place across from the police station you can wonder through and think wow how big is this place!?

Then there is the newest place called Haviland Beach which is in the former flower shop in linden. The guys are real nice and they have great prices and three month lay away too. Lets not forget Thimbelberry's.They still have some antiques and have gone into a boutique with one of a kind clothing too.

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In Fenton we have one of my favorite places called the Treasure Chest on Thompson road next to Sharps Plumbing (by Jennings Road). Don and his wife are fabulous people and so are everyone else working there.They are expanding and we are eagerly looking forward to that because they have something for everyone. We always look forward to stopping in and discovering the newest/oldest items just acquired.

on Torrey Road has been here for over ten years and has become part of the local community. They have a great selection of merchandise and make you feel like family. Between The Treasure Chest and Fratz you are always in a great atmosphere. Fratz also carries balloons now so it has become very popular for all of us needing balloons for occasions.

Then if we head over to Holly, Battle Alley is a must with all the antique stores.I love hearing about which ones are haunted. Antiques seems to hold many stories and I love hearing them. The Holly Mill is also a fun place and has a fabulous collection of tea. They also have wine tasting with wines from the . Readings can also be attained during your visit.

Besides my junking we also have the Fenton and Holly Lanes to bowl. Holly Lanes recently renovated and it looks good. If you would rather work out there are various work out places such as planet workout and snap fitness.You can also pay a guest pass admittance to Genesys Athletic Club in Grand Blanc and enjoy the pools, tennis courts, racquet ball, massage and more.

There are many places to eat in our area and I must say the coney in Linden has the most awesome carrot cake in the world. I enjoy visiting with the family run establishment as much as getting my cake. Across the street from them is a tea room that is drawing many reservations.The Linden Hotel continues with great food too.

Looking to be pampered? Try the out on Long Lake and Fenton Road. Courtney and her crew are wonderful. They have everything from Botox to pedicures and more. Looking for great service and wonderful prices for a haircut or style? Head over to Barbs Family Hair care in Linden by the bridge. Cuts are nine bucks on certain days and the best place around for highlights at the best prices.

This Saturday, Feb 25th, from 6 to 10 p.m. is going to be a great time. We are having dinner and drinks at in Fenton and then walking into the banquet room to enjoy an evening of massage, crafters, readings and speak to some of the local ghost hunters about their findings. It's free admission and Johns has our favorite pizza and dinners (not to mention the ham sandwich).Heck we will have our friends meet up with us too. It's close, fun and we can eat too!

There is so much more around this area that given time I will share with you all. Until then have a wonderful day, great weekend and take care. D.

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