Light the Night Walk with Graff Mt. Pleasant

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – This Saturday, September 26, the Light the Night Walk will be happening in Midland. Graff Mt. Pleasant will be participating in the walk and we want you to join us!

Light the Night Walk is an event where the community comes together to raise money for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Family, friends, and companies that want to support the cause and fund research for a cure of blood cancer form teams to walk at the event.

At the end of the night lanterns are lit and set off. The white lanterns symbolize survivors and research, the red are in support of current patients and finding a cure, and the yellow are in memory of lost loved ones.

The money raised benefits those suffering of blood cancer in many ways:

• Funding research for therapies and treatments
• Free patient education materials and support programs
• Advocacy to make sure patients have the right access to treatments
• One-on-one patient assistance from the LLS Information Resource Center

You can join our team today by going to our Facebook event online and clicking on the "Buy Tickets" link. The walk starts at 5 p.m. If you can’t make it, you can also donate online: Donate Here

We look forward to seeing you at the Light the Night Walk and supporting this great cause with us! At your Midland area used car dealer we do what we can to help our community. Visit us at your Graff Mt. Pleasant Chevy Dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac Dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com

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Why Do Americans Celebrate Cinco De Mayo?

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - Why do Americans celebrate Cinco De Mayo? The Mexican holiday, celebrated on May 5th, is usually thought of as the "Mexican Independence Day", but that is false. The Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16th of every year, so what exactly is Cinco De Mayo and why is it a large celebration in the United States?

The holiday in Mexico is called El Día de la Batalla de Puebla (English: the Day of the Battle of Puebla), and surprisingly is only a minor holiday that is celebrated almost entirely in the Mexican state of Puebla. The battle took place in 1862, which was smack dab during the American Civil War going on at the time, and was between the Mexican Army and the French. The French presence in Mexico at the time was a strategic move by Napoleon - by potentially gaining a foothold in Mexico, the French could then support the Confederate Army.

This defeat of the French by the Mexican army though small, was very definitive in the retreat of the French Army from North America at the time.  This gave time for the United States Union Forces to make strategic advances that would lead to their success in the Civil War. Thus Cinco De Mayo can be seen as a turing point in the U.S Civil War, and was first celebrated in Southern California in 1863 as a show of solidarity with Mexico against French rule.

So why do Americans celebrate Cinco De Mayo? Piggybacking off of the celebration of the Day of the Battle of Puebla, many Mexicans living in America also used this day to celebrate their culture, and thus the Americanized Cinco De Mayo celebration was born! We as Americans celebrate by honoring the Mexican culture, celebrating Mexican food, and of course, another excuse to drink all day (similar to St. Patrick's Day).

Does your family celebrate Cinco De Mayo? Do you have any favorite Mexican dishes that your family makes during this Mexican celebration? If so, share them with us on our Facebook wall! At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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Healthy Road Trip Snacks

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. - Warmer weather and low gas prices can only mean one thing: road trips! This year, it is projected that more families will load up in their car more than ever before. Thus, we gathered some healthy road trip snacks that are easy to pack and will keep those annoying hunger pains at bay! They will definitely keep you from pulling off at every exit to get fatty, greasy drive-threw food, which does nothing for you health wise anyway! 

1. Veggies with Ranch Dipping Sauce: We get it, most of the time kids will only eat their veggies with some sort of dip. Try carrots, celery and red pepper with one of those made-for-travel ranch containers! 

2. Beef Jerky: Never underestimate the power of the jerky! This little snack is PACKED with protein, low in calories and will be able to handle your more carnivorous cravings! Our favorite brand is Krave Beef Jerky, with tons of different flavors, you're sure to fall in love! 

3. Muffins: Homemade are the best option, the store bought ones are a little gut-heavy. Blueberry or chocolate chip muffins are always a crowd pleaser! Take a look at these! 

4. Cucumber and Avocado Sandwich: This hearty whole gran sandwich made with thinly sliced cucumbers, mashed avocados and light cream cheese will fill you right up! 

5. Bananas: The nature made road trip snack! Filled with potassium, these will give you that last boost of energy to make it to the campsite! 

6. Turkey and Cheese Tortilla Roll Ups: This is a wonderful tasting snack that is quick and easy to assemble. The best part is you can modify the recipe to fit you or your child's preferences. This would also work with ham and cheese, blt, chicken salad, or veggie! 

7. Granola Bars: The store bought kind is fine, however they usually contain a lot of weird and unnecessary ingredients but by making your own, you can monitor the sugar levels and add your own ingredients! Try these! These are perfect for the kids, and provide a quick burst of energy! 

8. Apples: Apples are a GREAT source of fiber, and they are proven appetite suppressants. By munching on one or some apple slices, you'll definitely be able to calm that grumbling tummy. Here’s a tip, if you want to much on apple slices but are afraid of them going brown, squeeze some lemon juice over them. The acidity prevents the apples from browning. 

These healthy road trip snacks are so easy, and sure to please any hungry crowd! Do you have any go to road-trip snacks or tips? Share them with us! At Hank Graff Mt. Pleasant we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

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The Auction Of The First New CT6 Goes To Benefit The Karmanos Cancer Institute

MT. PLEASANT, Mich. – The 2016 Cadillac CT6 is a huge model for General Motors. There has been a lot of hype, not only for this specific model, but also for the brand itself. Cadillac has announced that the first new retail production 2016 Cadillac CT6 sold for $200,000 at a black tie event last Friday in Palm Beach, Fla. And all of the proceeds will benefit the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute.

The auction of the first new CT6 goes to benefit the Karmanos Cancer Institute, and General Motors has stated that all proceeds from the CT6 auction will support the expansion of Karmanos’ Intensive Care Unit and develop a 24-hour Acute Care Clinic to support the continuum of specialized care for Karmanos patients.

Thanks to huge advances in vehicle construction, the 2016 Cadillac CT6 brings a completely new approach to the luxury sedan class. The new model will come with three-power-dense engine options, all mated to eight-speed automatic transmissions that make for an insanely powerful sedan. GM Senior President of Global Public Policy Bob Ferguson stated; “General Motors has a long history of giving back to the communities in which we live and work. We are thrilled to continue that tradition by donating our time, funds, and assets to support the Karmanos Institute’s world renowned patient care and research.”

The auction of the first CT6 goes to benefit the Karmanos Cancer Institute, and we cannot be more proud to be apart of such an amazing company! At your Midland Area dealer, we strive to provide our customers with a car buying experience that is accommodating, stress-free and fun! Visit us at our Chevrolet dealership located at 4580 E Pickard Rd in Mount Pleasant, Michigan 48858 or our Buick GMC Cadillac dealership located at 116 N. Mission St in Mount Pleasant, MI 48858.

Websites: Chevrolet: HankGraffMtPleasant.com and Buick GMC Cadillac: GraffBGC.com
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