Events

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1865 – Union cavalry troopers corner and shoot dead John Wilkes Booth, assassin of President Lincoln (More info) 1933 – The Gestapo, the official secret police force of Nazi Germany, is established (More info)

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history: 1946 – Mobster Benjamin “Bugsy” Siegel opens The Pink Flamingo Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas (More info) 1966 – The first Kwanzaa is celebrated by Maulana Karenga, the chair of Black Studies at California State University, Long Beach (More info)

While we're in county fair mode, it's time to get ready for another one which starts on Monday. The Genesee County Fair will be held at E.A. Cummings Center in Mt. Morris. One new feature this year is Twiggy, the world famous water skiing squirrel who has been in several movies including "Dodgeball." There's going to be plenty of events happening throughout the week.

I haven't had a chance to go to this event so maybe I'll be able to stop by this year. On Saturday, the Flint Farmers' Market is hosting their annual BBQ Battle from 10am to 5pm and anyone is invited to come out to attend and even sample some food at the same time.

Are you looking for something to do this weekend? There are several events going on, so the kids can't complain they're bored.

You won't be bored this weekend because there are plenty of activities for you and the family to do. Of course there's the Artwalk tonight that Stu mentioned yesterday, but don't forget about other cool events.