by Kimberly Viers | Jul 30, 2020 | Culture
The mission of the YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo is to help communities learn, grow, and thrive through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. While its ability to provide indoor fitness is still limited, the organization has been able to adapt to...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 23, 2020 | Culture
A hot summer day out on the baseball diamond with lemonade and Cracker Jacks is an iconic American tradition. Baseball began in the U.S. before the Civil War; in 2019. almost 170 million people called themselves fans. Familial love for the game runs deep for families...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 21, 2020 | Culture
Today is National Hammock Day! Whether you’re hanging out with friends, that special someone, or going solo, there’s no better way to relax than to spend a sunny day at a local park hammocking. All you need is your hammock, straps, and two trees (and if you’ve got a...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 16, 2020 | Culture
On a sweltering summer afternoon, there’s nothing quite like setting up a picnic in the shade of a tree. Lucky for us, Kalamazoo has 33 different parks for the community to enjoy. With social distance regulations still in place, parks a great way to safely...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 16, 2020 | Culture
You’ll relish this news—July is National Hot Dog Month. With warm weather and the safety of the great outdoors, hot dog season is officially here. While there are many ways to enjoy this food that runs deep in American culture, one fun way to enjoy the celebration is...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 14, 2020 | Culture
A typical summer in downtown Kalamazoo is full of festivals, shopping, and incredible bites from local restaurants. While this summer may look a little different, the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership is still dedicated to providing memorable, safe experiences. Jennifer...
