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Krafft 8 Offers Sensory-Friendly Movies

If you or a loved one has a sensitivity to loud sounds or particular light levels, it can sometimes be difficult to go to a movie theater and enjoy the experience. Krafft 8 in Port Huron is offering its guests a chance to have the movie theater experience in a sensory-friendly environment.

On the last Wednesday of each month beginning October 26th – April 26th, 2023, Krafft 8 will be showing discounted movies in the sensory friendly format. Lights will be a little brighter in the theater, the volume will be turned down lower, and talking is welcomed. This month’s movie will be Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, with a different movie being shown each month.

For more information visit: https://www.gqtmovies.com/sensory. 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Last Chance for Tickets to NAACP Gala Saturday Night

The Port Huron Branch of the NAACP will be celebrating its 100th anniversary Saturday night at their Freedom Fund Gala, and there are a handful of tickets left for the event.

The evening will include a dinner by Chef Chris Catering and feature live music from the Thomason Family Band. There will also be a special presentation honoring this year’s Port Huron Branch NAACP award winners.

Honorees include Thelma Castillo, Jerilyn Brown Sisterhood award winner; Dr. Annette Mercatante, winner of the Marguerite Stanley Distinguished Community Engagement Award; Randy Fernandez, winner of the Dock Walker Brotherhood Award; and Jessica Brown, winner of the Geri Kimbro Humanitarian Award.

Tickets to the Freedom Fund Gala are $75 for adults and $45 for youth, and you can get them on EventBrite <HERE>.

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand

Angela Delaere VNA Blue Water Hospice

Debunking the Myths of Hospice Care wsg. Angela Delaere

Hospice care is about more than a patient’s last resort, and Angela Delaere, President and CEO of VNA & Blue Water Hospice, encourages the community and healthcare professionals to learn how hospice can improve quality of life for patients nearing the end of their lives.

In this episode, Angela talks about some of the myths of hospice care, how believing those myths affects families, and an educational opportunity VNA & Blue Water Hospice is providing at the Blue Water Convention Center on November 9, 2022.

More information is available on the events page <HERE>.

 

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A Guide To Trunk Or Treat Events Near You

Halloween is around the corner and everyone is getting ready to put on their best costumes to celebrate. Are you going to dress up as something frightful, or something lighthearted and fun?

For those who don’t like walking through the neighborhood on Halloween, there are several trunk or treat events in the local area to visit for a more safe and controlled environment for you and your family. Here are a few you can check out next week.

Port Huron

St. Paul Lutheran Church – Sunday, October 30th, 3 PM – 5 PM

Griswold Street Baptist Church – Monday, October 31st, 6 PM – 8PM

Port Huron First United Methodist Church – Monday, October 31st, 5 PM – 7 PM

Marysville

Marysville United Methodist Church – Sunday, October 30th, 4 PM – 6 PM

Fort Gratiot

Birchwood Mall – Monday, October 31st, 5 PM – 8 PM

Burtchville Park – Saturday, October 29th, 1 PM

Hopefully you find something that suits you and your family, be safe and dress warm! 

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Helping The Community With A Winter Clothing Giveaway By B.A.C.K

The weather in Michigan has taken a dip to let us know that fall is officially here and winter is on its way. Bikers Against Cold Kids (B.A.C.K) are hosting their first winter clothing giveaway to ensure all are protected from the elements this winter. 

On Saturday, October 22nd, from 11 AM – 3 PM they will be giving away winter clothing items at the Outpost Bar located in Port Huron. All family members must be present to receive the items, there will be no exceptions. Individuals will receive one of each item including a hat, gloves, scarf, coat, and boots if available. 

If anyone would like to donate visit them on Facebook at: B.A.C.K

Reporting for WGRT – Choze Powell

Mom & Entrepreneur Inspired by TikTok Creates Unique Candy Shop

Josclyn Martinez was fascinated by TikTok videos of people freeze drying candy, and she got an idea for a new business when her mom started ordering the candy from California.

Her fascination with the candy’s appearance and texture made her want to try it herself. “I was watching videos of these people bite into this candy and this ice cream, and it just looked insane,” said Martinez.

“I started looking into the machine and the business, and I decided to take a leap of faith to see where it took me,” she said.

Her passion for freeze dried candy led her to start The Alien Candy Shop and host her freeze dried treats at a booth inside the New Baltimore Trade Center. Her son gets to hang out with her while she works, and she gets to surprise new customers every time they stop to see what she’s selling.

“It’s truly an experience!” said Martinez. Candy may start out small and then puff up during the process, and the texture changes to a crispy, sweet, air-filled yumminess that melts in your mouth.

The Alien Candy Shop sells freeze dried ice cream, ice cream sandwiches, and marshmallows along with surprising new versions of your favorite candies from M&Ms to Jolly Ranchers.

The New Baltimore Trade Center is located on 23 Mile Road in Chesterfield, houses over 40 vendors selling a wide variety of goods, and it’s open Thursday – Sunday.

Learn more about The Alien Candy Shop on Facebook or Instagram @TheAlienCandyShop and the New Baltimore Trade Center here:

https://www.newbaltimoretradecenter.com/

Reporting for WGRT – Jessie Wiegand