Kalamazoo Grad Named to Forbes ‘30 Under 30′ List, Wants to Reinvest at Home

by Kim Chmielewski | Jan 8, 2025 | Kalamazoo

Tinashe Chaponda was named to the Forbes “30 under 30″ list for his work at Sosani Studios, an influencer marketing company he founded in 2020. Now he’s using his influence to raise money for 30 scholarships for Kalamazoo-area high school and college...

Kalamazoo Gears up for Annual New Year’s Fest Celebration

by Kim Chmielewski | Dec 30, 2024 | Kalamazoo

Held in Bronson Park in downtown Kalamazoo, New Year’s Fest is an all-ages performing arts festival to ring in the new year. Featuring bands, comedians, magicians, ventriloquists and more, party goers may enjoy over 70 shows throughout the night.

Gilmore Car Museum Dazzles with Classic Cars, Holiday Lights, and Festive Attractions

by Kim Chmielewski | Dec 5, 2024 | Kalamazoo

Catch the return of the “Winter Wonderland Holiday Experience” at the Gilmore Car Museum! The third-annual event features dozens of dynamic lighting displays, holiday music, rides in classic cars, and holiday-themed food and drinks across the 90-acre...

62nd Annual Maple Hill Holiday Parade in Downtown Kalamazoo on November 23

by Kim Chmielewski | Nov 13, 2024 | Kalamazoo

Join 20,000 of your closest neighbors and friends in downtown Kalamazoo on Saturday, November 23 to celebrate 62 years of holiday festivities! Ignite your holiday spirit and kick off the holiday season with a community parade and activities like no other.

LMC Pop/Rock Concert is Free November 20 at Mendel Center

by Kim Chmielewski | Nov 5, 2024 | Berrien

Lake Michigan College Visual & Performing Arts Department presents the Pop/Rock and Jazz Band Concert at 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 20. And, there’s a unique twist–the concert, brings the audience into the experience through sitting on stage with the...