Things to Do in Kalamazoo, MI. Today's events & festivals

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Sat 4/27

Sometime in June

audio theater production written by Mark Savage, 6 p.m. Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan Ave., allearstheatre.org.

Sat 4/27 @ 6:00 pm
Kalamazoo, MI. Kalamazoo Nonprofit Advocacy Coalition, 315 W. Michigan, 490..

Sat 4/27

Edison Neighborhood Association Community Social: Housing Fair

home fair unlike any other! Not only will you be able to find resources to help you as a homeowner, but there will also be fun activities and refreshments. We will have balloon animals, funnel cakes

Sat 4/27 @ 12:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Edison Neighborhood Association, 816 Washington Ave., 49001

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Julie's Retirement Party

Fri 4/26 @ 12:00 am
Kalamazoo, MI. Rose Street Advisors, 244 North Rose Street, Michigan, Kalam..

Sat 4/27

RAWK ‘N Shop

at RAWK between 12:30 pm and 3:00 pm to explore our newly remolded storefront and celebrate and support local youth entrepreneurs. Experience our open house style Grand Opening with exciting...

Sat 4/27 @ 12:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Read and Write Kalamazoo, 802 South Westnedge Avenue, 49008

Sat 4/27

Maria João Pires

Revered for her interpretations of Chopin, Mozart, and Beethoven, Portuguese pianist Maria João Pires will visit as part of a

Sat 4/27 @ 7:30 pm
Kalamazoo, MI. Dalton Center Recital Hall, WMU, 1300 Theatre Dr, 49008, MI

Sat 4/27

Raptor Run 5K

Sat 4/27 @ 12:00 am
Kalamazoo, MI. Kalamazoo Nature Center, Kalamazoo Nature Center

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Talk, Read, Sing Playgroup

Talking Is Teaching: Talk, Read, Sing" is a public awareness and action campaign that helps parents recognize their power to boost children\'s early brain and vocabulary development. Come for in...

Thu 4/25 @ 10:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. WSQ, 1244 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, 49001, MI, Kalamazoo, U..

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Senior Citizen Breakfast

Special guest Rootead will provide music, rhythm and movement, and guide us on self-care, personal well-being, and inner peace to help lead a healthier lifestyle. Breakfast and beverages will be...

Fri 4/26 @ 10:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. EAS/Community Room, 1112 Gayle, 49048, MI, Kalamazoo, United..

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Family Storytime at Oshtemo

songs activities! \n

Thu 4/25 @ 10:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. OSH/Community Room, 7265 W Main St, 49009, MI, Kalamazoo, Un..

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Labèque Duo

Katia Labèque, piano Marielle French sisters Katia and Marielle Labèque make their highly anticipated Gilmore debut in works […]

Thu 4/25 @ 7:30 pm
Kalamazoo, MI. Stetson Chapel, Kalamazoo College, 1200 Academy St, 49006, M..

Sat 4/27

Kalamazoo Lyceum: Hope for Our Community

Hear from local leaders about the ways find hope and change within our Kalamazoo community. depth conversation with community members. Refreshments will be provided. n

Sat 4/27 @ 2:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. CEN/Van Deusen Room, 315 South Rose St, 49007, MI, Kalamazoo..

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Paint a Piggy!

Come paint a piggy bank and learn how to be more savvy about financial literacy during April, National month. n

Thu 4/25 @ 4:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. WSQ, 1244 Portage Street, Kalamazoo, 49001, MI, Kalamazoo, U..

Sat 4/27

Kalamazoo Children's Chorus

Sat 4/27 @ 10:00 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Kalamazoo Children's Chorus - Dress Rehearsal, Kalamazoo Chi..

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Family Storytime at Eastwood

songs activities! \n

Thu 4/25 @ 10:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. EAS/Play to Learn Center, 1112 Gayle Ave, 49048, MI, Kalamaz..

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Gabriel Kahane

Singer-songwriter Gabriel Kahane presents Magnificent Bird, an album of songs written in self-imposed isolation, a full year off the internet. […]

Fri 4/26 @ 7:30 pm
Kalamazoo, MI. Wellspring Theater, Epic Center, Kalamazoo, 359 S Kalamazoo..

Sat 4/27

Tangled Party

Calling all Rapunzel, Flynn Rider, and Pascal fans! for all sorts of fun, cozy activities inspired by the movie Tangled. \n

Sat 4/27 @ 2:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. OSH/Community Room, 7265 W Main St, 49009, MI, Kalamazoo, Un..

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Computer Scams and What NOT to

Learn how to avoid computer scams with special guest instructor Michael Wilson, who will tips and advice on what is safe and unsafe to Wilson will guide this session on topics like scams,...

Fri 4/26 @ 12:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. OSH/Community Room, 7265 W Main St, 49009, MI, Kalamazoo, Un..

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Mobile Library – Interfaith Homes

The Mobile Library visits Interfaith Homes to offer library card registration and renewal, tech assistance, and loaning library materials to patrons of all ages. \n

Thu 4/25 @ 3:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Interfaith Homes, 1037 Interfaith Blvd, 49007, MI, Kalamazoo..

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Sondheim on Sondheim

PERFORMANCES: Thursday-Sunday, Evenings at 7:30, Sundays at 2 pm Kathy Mulay, director Chris Gray

Thu 4/25 @ 7:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Farmers Alley Theatre, Kalamazoo, 221 Farmers Alley, 49007

Sat 4/27

The 5 Browns Family Concert

Desirae Brown - Deondra Brown - Gregory Brown - Melody Brown - Stephen Beus What an entertaining afternoon for the

Sat 4/27 @ 2:00 pm
Kalamazoo, MI. Chenery Auditorium, Kalamazoo, 714 S Westnedge Ave, 49007, M..

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Family Storytime at Central

songs activities. Check our or website for notifications. \n

Fri 4/26 @ 10:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. CEN/Children’s Room, 315 S Rose St., 49007, Kalamazoo

Sat 4/27

Field Trip

and enjoy a Spring stroll through Asylum Lake Preserve, one of Kalamazoo’s favorite walking locations. We will explore a mix of woodland and meadow edges in search of local and migrant...

Sat 4/27 @ 8:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Asylum Lake Preserve, , , MI, Kalamazoo, USA

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Broad Executive MBA | Networking Reception | Kalamazoo

The Executive MBA staff and alumni are hosting a business reception at Tavern + Grill in Kalamazoo for prospective students. to meet others in our community

Thu 4/25 @ 6:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. The Hub Tavern + Grill, 359 S Kalamazoo Mall, 49007, MI, Kal..

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Creation Lab

Come create or a cool project! We will provide the materials, you imagination! and up. No Creation Lab on March 7, March 14, and n

Thu 4/25 @ 4:30 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. CEN/Children’s Room, 315 S Rose St., 49007, Kalamazoo

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Baby Time!

Baby’s first Babies and their caregivers are invited to read, sing, and bounce along with books and songs chosen especially for our youngest patrons. For babies from six weeks to old. \n

Fri 4/26 @ 9:30 am [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. CEN/Children’s Room, 315 S Rose St., 49007, Kalamazoo

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Association Meeting

Thu 4/25 @ 7:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Reformed Heritage Christian School, 700 N Fletcher Ave, 4900..

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Whirlwind Romance: A

Dating scene dull? Apps seem rather crap? Is social networking not working? Why not try out a WHIRLWIND ROMANCE! Come out to participate in a safe, inclusive

Fri 4/26 @ 8:00 pm [ +1 dates]
Kalamazoo, MI. Brewery Outré, 567 E Ransom St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA

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City around

Welcome To Kalamazoo, MI

Visit the City that Introduced Gibson Guitars-Explore Kalamazoo, MI

The city was founded along the Kalamazoo River in the southwestern region on the southern peninsula between Chicago and Detroit. The thriving community features amenities found in much larger cities. Enjoy live performances at either the Farmer's Alley or the New Vic Theatre. Gaze upon fine pieces of work at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. Perhaps explore the history of aviation at the unique Kalamazoo Air Zoo.

Things To Do

Fans of vintage automobile enjoy the prospects during the annual, June Vicksburg Old Car Festival. A selection of special guest cars line the downtown streets for the enjoyment of spectators. The weekend event also features an antique gas and steam engine show, antique RV displays and an arts and crafts show among other activities.

Jazz fans venture to the Arcadia Festival Site in July for the weekend Kalamazoo Blues Festival. The line-up features continual concerts provided by local, regional and national artists. Music selections include everything from ragtime to fusion. Food vendors cater the live event.

Summer and BBQs go hand in hand, and the city throws one of the largest BBQ feasts around during the August Ribfest. The three-day event offers guests chicken or ribs covered in a variety of special recipe sauces. Vendors also offer side dishes and desserts. In addition to the vast amount of food, the festivities also include live concerts provided by local and celebrity guests.

Clans from across the country and guests are welcome at the annual Kalamazoo Scottish Festival & Highland Games. The family event features traditional music, dance and food along with a selection of historic games and demonstrations. For the enjoyment of youngsters, entertainment includes the Kilted Magician, crafts and tossing contests.