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...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 9, 2020 | Culture
If the look on your furry friend’s eyes as you close their kennel to head out for a night on the town almost makes you cancel your plans, we have a solution for you! Leash up your hound and invite them to join in for the paw-ty at some dog-friendly places in our...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 9, 2020 | Culture
Farmers around southwest Michigan are wrapping up strawberry season and ramping up for a berry nice blueberry season! We are so lucky to have an abundance of the freshest selection of fruit right in our backyard. According to local farmers, blueberries will hit their...
by Kimberly Viers | Jul 7, 2020 | Culture
There’s no other way to scoop it, summertime is ice cream time. Whether you’re heading back from the beach or wandering around a farmers market, a sweet treat is sure to be the cure for the heat, especially today to National Cool Pop Day. While outdoor...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 30, 2020 | Culture
With relationships at the core of the Boys and Girls Club organization, social distancing protocols encouraged the club to become innovative with their programming, staff, and resources in ways that will have long term benefits. “The biggest message that we had to...
by Kimberly Viers | Jun 19, 2020 | Culture
Michigan has a rich history of black music that predates the widely known Motown hits. While Detroit may be home to some incredible musicians including Aretha Franklin, Jackie Wilson, and Stevie Wonder, in Kalamazoo we get to celebrate The Velvelettes, among many...
