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Battle Creek Bombers: Affordable baseball in a fine park

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Nothing says summer like a day at ball park, enjoying the game, munching a hotdog, downing an icy beer. But, with Major League Baseball prices as they are, who can afford that? You can with the Battle Creek Bombers at C.O. Brown Stadium.

Madcap Puppets bring Wild West to Battle Creek

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Hey, buckaroos! Don t miss Madcap Puppets free performances on June 23 at the Miller Stone Building, which will feature Annie Oakley s Wild West Show, a zany puppet performance, complete with stunts and tall tales.

FireKeepers Casino: Scorching gaming and more

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

FireKeepers Casino, one of Michigan s newest gambling casinos, delivers red-hot gaming, dining and nightlife in southwest Michigan.

Farmers Alley Theatre: Out-sized acting in a small space

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Farmers Alley Theatre in downtown Kalamazoo delivers a powerful punch in its small space. The non-profit professional ensemble may be the new kid on the theatrical block, but they deliver thought-provoking dramas, quirky comedies, children s theater and even evenings of cabaret music.

Third season at Farmers Alley Theatre really sings

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Farmers Alley Theatre returns for its third season with a powerful Pulitzer Prize winner, a quirky comedy by an internationally known Michigan talent, some delightful musicals including a brand-new one and an evening of cabaret entertainment. It s the eclectic season you ve come to expect from Farmers Alley Theatre.

The Civic Theatre: Wowing audiences with great shows, prices

Sun, 20 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The award-winning Civic Theatre provides a full season of 14 plays. Whether you like comedies, musicals or dramas, contemporary productions or classics, you ll find something to love. And you would be crazy not to go, what with prices as low as $5 for some performances less than a movie ticket!

Kalamazoo Valley Museum mixes science with fun

Sun, 13 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Whether you re a toddler or a teen or totally grown up, the Kalamazoo Valley Museum in downtown Kalamazoo has something for you: a mix of hands-on science and fun!

Civic Theatre s new season includes world premiere

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The world premiere of Sleepy Hollow, A Musical Tale is the highlight of the Civic Theatre s new season, which kicks off Sept. 24. When other community theaters are cutting back their season, the 2010 2011 season includes a whopping 14 productions! You won t want to miss the new season.

Civic Theatre summer programs delight budding thespians

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

If your daughter or son loves to perform, why settle for the run-of-the-mill summer camp? The Kalamazoo Civic Theatre offers summer camps that explore all aspects of the theater, from acting to script writing to composing to scenery to lighting and sound and more!

KIA summer programs combine art and fun

Sun, 30 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Kalamazoo Institute for Arts summer programs provide art camps, summer classes and visiting artist workshops that teach kids about art in a fun atmosphere.

Kalamazoo Institute of Arts: Offering a lot for a tiny price -- free!

Thu, 27 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Visitors to the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts can peruse its permanent collections, ranging from a 1,200-year-old cast-gold pendant from pre-Columbian Costa Rica to up-to-date post-modern canvases, for absolutely free.

Oakwood Bistro: Paris Left Bank right in Kalamazoo

Sun, 23 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Don t let the suburban surroundings fool you. The Oakwood Bistro is a little slice of Paris Left Bank in Kalamazoo. Whether it s sophisticated fare like pistachio-encrusted calamari and Black Cherry-Ginger Pork Loin or home cooking like pot roast and mac and cheese, the Oakwood Bistro has what you crave.

Air Zoo: High-flying fun in a down-to-earth setting

Fri, 21 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

The Air Zoo, located near Kalamazoo, combines the educational experience of a museum with the hands-on excitement of an amusement park. You ll feel as if you re actually in the air or even outer space!

Historic Chenery Auditorium: Delivering big acts in a plush setting

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Historic Howard Chenery Auditorium has seen some big-name stars on its stage since it began as a high school auditorium in 1924. The 1,900-seat auditorium continues to deliver great entertainment to the greater Kalamazoo area more than 200 days a year.

Bronson Park: Colorful history, picturesque present

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Bronson Park remains a leafy retreat for Kalamazoo. The park, tied closely to Kalamazoo s colorful history, continues as the site for festivals, concerts or just an hour for a lunch break in a lovely setting.

Heritage Guitars continue a Kalamazoo tradition

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

Fine guitars have been crafted at 225 Parsons St. in Kalamazoo for more than a century. That tradition continues with the largely hand-made Heritage Guitars.