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Thursday, April 14, 2011

Patch Picks: Easter Brunch

Grab the family and stop in for brunch at these great places.

With Easter coming up and the tradition of heading out to brunch, we put together a list of five great places to go. Here is this week's Patch Picks: Best places for Easter brunch 1. French Laundry From 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. induldge in a buffet table of entrees, sides, salads and dessert. 2. Brick Street The Grand Blanc bar and grill will serve a sit down menu from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. 3. Fenton Hotel Tavern and Grille The eatery will offer both brunch and Easter dinner. 4. Janelle's The Byron restaurant will offer a $7.99 breakfast buffet from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. 5. Waldenwoods Banquet and Conference Center $19.95 buffet will include ham, chicken, potatoes, pasta, dessert and more.

Friday, April 1, 2011

Patch Picks: Staycations

Here are our picks of things to do over spring break, without traveling too far.

Patch Picks: Five great spring break staycations. Money is tight and you have to travel far to get warm, so here are some other options. Next week's Patch Picks: Best spring recipes. Put your suggestions in the comments box, and be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

Patch Picks: Great Spas

Five places to sit back and relax.

This week we're featuing five great spas in the areas of Fenton, Holly and Flint. Next week's Patch Picks: Spring Break/ Great Staycations. Put your suggestions in the comments box. And be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

Thursday, March 17, 2011

Patch Picks: Erin Go Bragh!

Here are five places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day.

Patch is running a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date-night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Patch Picks: Best place to celebrate St. Patrick's Day Next week's Patch Picks: Great spas. Put your suggestions in the comments box. And be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

Thursday, March 10, 2011

Patch Picks: Summer Camps

Five great places to visit when it warms up.

Patch is running a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Patch Picks: Five great summer camps Next week's Patch Picks: Best places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day. Put your suggestions in the comments box, and be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

Patch Picks: Most Popular Books

Here's a list of the top five books checked out this month in the Genesee District Library system.

Patch is running a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date-night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, children's party places, parks and more. Next week's Patch Picks: Top Summer Camps. Put your suggestions in the comments box. And be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

Bev

9:28 pm on Friday, March 4, 2011

I remember Noting and Other Reflections by Nora Ephron   more ›

Thursday, February 24, 2011

Patch Picks: Best Boutiques

Here's a list of the best local shops for brides, children and dogs!

Patch is running a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date-night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Patch Picks: Best boutiques Next week's Patch Picks: Great books. Put your suggestions in the comments box. And be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

C.C.

10:10 pm on Friday, February 25, 2011

What about The Iron Grate--a 30+ yr. institution in Fenton?!!   more ›

Thursday, February 17, 2011

Patch Picks: Nonprofit Organizations

These five groups are making a difference in the Fenton area.

Patch is running a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Patch Picks: Five difference-making nonprofit organizations and what they do: Next week's Patch Picks: Top five boutiques. Put your suggestions in the comments box, and be sure to come back to see our Fenton Patchers' picks.

Sharon

8:29 am on Friday, February 18, 2011

Don't forget the Curtis-Wolverton Post 3243, Veterans of Foreighn Wars and Ladies Axiliary. The Ladies Auxiliary makes weekly visits to Fenton Health Center, providing bingo for the patients there. Several times a year there are Happy Hours with meat, cheese and crackers and non-alcoholic beer. Members of the Post visit Crestmont Healthcare Center on the first Wednesday each month for bingo …   more ›

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Patch Picks: How Romantic

Take a look at the best date places for Valentine's Day.

Every Thursday, Patch will run a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date-night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Patch Picks: The Most Romantic Places for Valentine's Day. Fenton Winery & Brewery—The scene: Dim lights and a four-course meal, with each stage paired with a beer or wine; $49 per person, or $34 with nonalcoholic drinks. French Laundry—The scene: French wine…

Thursday, February 3, 2011

Patch Picks: Superbowl Crawl

No, we're not picking a winner – just some local spots to celebrate Superbowl Sunday.

Starting Thursday, Patch will run a new weekly feature called Patch Picks, highlighting editor and reader picks of great local businesses, destinations, services, organizations, ways to spend a day off, and more.   You’ll find useful lists to help you, your family, friends, and significant others find the best places for everything from Sunday brunch to New Year’s Eve celebrations, pumpkin patches, date night destinations, florists, girlfriend nights out, kids party places, parks and more. Patch Picks:  Best hangouts to watch the game, celebrate with other fans and grab some football food. Next week's Patch Picks: The Most Romantic Restaurants for Valentine's Day. Put your suggestions in the comments box. And be sure to come back to see …

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