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Welcome to Kalamazoo County!! Located in southwest Michigan at the crossroads of I-94 and US 131
and less than an hour from Lake Michigan, there is much to do for visitors of all ages and interests.

The Kalamazoo region offers an array of world-class attractions, museums and galleries. Outdoor
recreation is plentiful in all seasons featuring golf courses, biking/hiking trails, numerous public
access lakes and ski resorts. Kalamazoo and the surrounding communities offer an abundance of
shopping and dining experiences, many of which are locally owned and operated. Combined with a
vibrant and progressive downtown city center, historical neighborhoods, theaters, wineries, brewpubs
and so much more, it will be easy to see why the Kalamazoo region is such a fantastic destination.

Home to 40,000 students attending five colleges and universities, education is certainly an integral
component of our local landscape. A number of sports and performance arts activities, combined
with a plethora of annual special events and festivals, make Kalamazoo an exciting destination
throughout the year for visitors and residents to enjoy.

All of this activity will encourage you to spend more than just a day in our region. There are more
than 3,000 rooms available in lodging facilities throughout Kalamazoo County ranging from a four-
diamond, world class convention hotel to intimate bed and breakfast inns.

Whether considering a visit or already here, our hospitality community and residents will work
together to ensure your visit is exciting and enjoyable. We invite you to Discover Kalamazoo.
You’ll be back. We promise!

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 8 SHOPPING, DINING

& NIGHTLIFE 32
VISITOR INFORMATION 14
BREWERIES & WINERIES 44
A PLACE IN HISTORY 16
RECREATION & PARKS 46
FOUR SEASONS 18
SPORTS & GOLF 51
MUSEUMS & ATTRACTIONS 22
ACCOMMODATIONS 54
ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 27
TRANSPORTATION 59
AREA MAPS 30
ADVERTISER INDEX 62

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Top: Downtown Kalamazoo, Incorporated
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Bottom top: Air Zoo
Bottom right: Kalamazoo County Parks

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DESTINATION SERVICES MANAGER
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Lodging Association
COMMUNICATIONS &
NEW MEDIA COORDINATOR
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ADMINISTRATOR
Cam Peterson
The Greater Kalamazoo Lodging Association VISITOR INFORMATION SPECIALIST
warmly welcomes you to Kalamazoo County. Kristi Ritsema

Whether you pick Kalamazoo for The 2010-11 Official Visitors Guide was created and
business or leisure, our dedicated members produced by Lunar Cow in cooperation with the Kalamazoo
can help you achieve all of your goals. County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (doing business
as Discover Kalamazoo).

Please visit our website for an
updated list of members representing the county’s
best accomodations and meeting facilities:
www.GreaterKalamazooLodging.com
Wherever you choose to stay, the professionals
at our properties will make your visit extraordinary!
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accuracy of the information contained within this Visitor
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OF EVENTS

Courtesy of Gilmore International

Keyboard Festival

For the most accurate and up-to-date listing of our calendar of events, visit
DiscoverKalamazoo.com or call (800) 888-0509.

Art Hop – a wide variety of artists are highlighted at Kalamazoo’s art galleries and other
businesses the first Friday of each month. Many locations offer hors d’oeuvres and beverages.
Visitors can hop from one site to another and learn, enjoy and purchase art directly from the artists.

Mixer on the Mall – every Wednesday between Memorial Day and Labor Day beginning at 5 p.m.,
the north end of the mall in downtown Kalamazoo comes alive with music, libations and festivities.
Join locals for one of Kalamazoo’s most enjoyable warm weather, mid-week events.

Sundays at the Stage – held every Sunday during the summer months beginning at 4 p.m.,
these free concerts featuring local performers take place in downtown Kalamazoo at the Rotary
Club Stage in Bronson Park. The rain site is First Baptist Church.

Summer Entertainment Series – kicks off the summer months in the City of Portage with a
variety of entertainment options at various locations.

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JANUARY APRIL
Cooper’s Glen Music Festival
www.coopersglen.org
Various live performances, workshops, a children’s
stage, arts, crafts, instrument displays, video
screenings and other features make this festival one
of southwest Michigan’s premier family events.
Great Winter Adventure
(269) 388-2830 • www.DowntownKalamazoo.org
Downtown Kalamazoo becomes a winter
wonderland as artists turn ice into amazing
sculptures, chili cook-off, etc.
FEBR UARY on Medieval Studies
Annual Vicksburg Showboat
(269) 321-1192
An entire community brings its entertainment
resources together to delight audiences with a
musical revue.
Winter Fun Fest
(269) 694-9449 • www.timberridgeski.com
A day full of crazy winter games, including the
cardboard classic, dummy downhill, drag race and
more at Timber Ridge Ski Area.
MARCH
Annual Gold Company Invitational
Vocal Jazz Festival
(269) 387-4667 • www.wmich.edu/music
Sit back and listen to jazz vocals from dozens of high
school and college ensembles from multiple states and
Canada at the Dalton Recital Hall at Western Michigan
University. The event will conclude with a performance of
the award-winning Gold Company at Miller Auditorium.
Kalamazoo Living History Show
(765) 563-6792 • www.kalamazooshow.com
The largest, nationally recognized, juried show in the
Midwest devoted to pre-1890 original or reproduction
living history supplies and related crafts at the
Kalamazoo County Expo Center.
Maple Sugar Festival
(269) 381-1574 • www.naturecenter.org
Enjoy the sweetest festival around and learn how
to make homemade maple syrup at the Kalamazoo
Nature Center.
St. Patrick’s Day Parade
(269) 372-7332 • www.kalamazoopipeband.org
Join in the fun on the downtown mall with plenty of
costumes and music.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Irving S. Gilmore International
Keyboard Festival
(269) 342-1166 • www.thegilmore.com
Known as “The Ultimate Piano Fest,” the Gilmore
Keyboard Festival presents over two weeks of concerts,
recitals, jazz clubs, films and more. Held biennially
(in the even-numbered years), it’s the largest gathering
of keyboard artists in North America and takes place
in and around Kalamazoo.
MAY
International Congress
(269) 387-8745 • www.wmich.edu/medieval
Scholars from around the world come to Kalamazoo for
an intellectual exchange on medieval research and topics
at Western Michigan University.
Kalamazoo Animation Festival
International
(269) 373-7883 • www.kafi.kvcc.edu
A biennial (in the odd-numbered years) event bringing
the best of the world’s animation and artists together for
competition, seminars, retrospectives and screenings.
JUNE
Dionysos Greekfest
(269) 345-1830 • www.KalamazooGreekFest.com
Celebration of Greek heritage and culture with Greek
food, spirits and entertainment.
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
Annual Art Fair
(269) 349-7775 • www.kiarts.org
Held in Bronson Park, the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts’
annual juried Art Fair attracts approximately 50,000
attendees and 200 artists from around the country.
Do-Dah Parade • (269) 344-0795
The Do-Dah Parade, where anything goes in
the name of fun.
Vicksburg Old Car Festival
(269) 649-1312 • www.vicksburgoldcarfestival.com
Spend the day browsing the arts and crafts show, steam
& gas engine show and the Vicksburg Museum. Take a
look at old, unique cars and more!
Island Fest
(269) 385-6200 • www.islandfestkalamazoo.com
Take a walk through “little Jamaica” and experience
the arts and crafts vendors selling items ranging from
woodcarvings to handmade drums, t-shirts, jewelry and
everything in between. Caribbean style foods, drinks
and reggae musicians create the fun.
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 JULY USTA Boys’ 18 & 16
Blues Fest
(269) 381-6514 • www.kvba.org
Local and national musicians perform at Blues Fest,
which earned an honorable mention in “Blues for
Dummies” as one of the top festivals to watch.
National Championships
(269) 337-7343 • www.ustaboys.com
Held in Kalamazoo since 1943, the premier USTA
junior national championships draws the top 400 tennis
players in the nation for a 10-day event with champions
crowned in singles and doubles competitions.

Kindleberger Summer Festival SEPTEMBER

www.kindleberger.org
Festival features an arts and crafts fair, car show, 5K run/
walk, a city-street dance, symphony music, a children’s
petting zoo and much more.
Taste of Kalamazoo
(269) 385-6200 • www.tasteofkalamazoo.com
Eat, drink and enjoy music as local restaurants,
breweries and wineries serve up their finest.
AUGUST North Central America and beyond attend this super
Ribfest
(269) 388-2830 • www.eventkalamazoo.com
You be the judge as national and local rib vendors
compete in rib and sauce cook-offs. These ribs will
set mouths on fire, but great beers from local brewers
cool them down.
Big League Softball World Series
(269) 345-3123 • www.softballworldseries.org
A division of Little League, the best girls (ages 14-18)
softball teams in the world converge on Kalamazoo
for a spirited week of fast pitch action.
Black Arts Festival
(269) 349-1035 • www.blackartskalamazoo.org
The Black Arts & Cultural Center hosts a week-long
event of art shows and community events.
Family Festival
(269) 329-4522 • www.portagemi.com
The Family Festival is an activity packed festival
held at the Celery Flats Historical Area in Portage.
Come enjoy a day filled with excitement.
Kalamazoo County Fair
(269) 349-9791 • www.kalamazoocountyfair.com
The Kalamazoo County Fair is an annual fair that
promotes local agriculture and creates a positive
experience for families through exhibits, rides, family
activities, entertainment and more.
Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival
(269) 655-1111 • www.wineandharvestfestival.com
Sample wines from local vineyards and far beyond,
enjoy live entertainment and join the grape stomping in
the beautiful village of Paw Paw.
Street Rod Nationals North Plus
(800) 530-9192 • www.nsra-usa.com
Thousands of vehicles 30 years and older from all over
automotive extravaganza at the Kalamazoo County
Expo Center.
Historic Homes Tour
(269) 344-7432 • www.stuart-historic.org
Visitors can view the restored grandeur of structures
built more than a century ago during a tour of stately
neighborhoods and buildings in the Kalamazoo area.
Irish Festival
(269) 372-7332 • www.kalamazooirish.org
Enjoy music, dance, history and tradition of the
Emerald Isle.
Hispanic Heritage Festival
(269) 385-6279
Opening parade, arts, crafts, ethnic food
and entertainment.
OCTOBER
Old Tyme Harvest Festival
(269) 626-8503
Enjoy Mother Nature’s harvest as the fall leaves change
color at Scotts Mill County Park.
Ski and Snowboard Festival
(269) 873-3173
Michigan’s largest fall rail jam, exhibitor booths, live
music and a sports movie premier.

Kalamazoo Scottish Festival

(269) 629-0453 • www.kalamazooscottishfestival.org
You don’t have to be Scottish to enjoy the kilt-swishing,
caber-tossing, border-collie barking and bag piping fun.

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NOVEMBER DECEMBER
Kalamazoo Holiday Parade
(269) 388-2830 • www.DowntownKalamazoo.org
Beautiful floats, marching bands and even Santa Claus
will wind through downtown Kalamazoo, with elves
passing out candy and prizes along the parade route.
Festival of Trees
(269) 342-5562 • www.JLKalamazoo.org
Celebrate the holidays and browse through the
decorated trees, wreaths and gingerbread houses, and
shop in the Festival Gift Shop.
Michigan Festival of Sacred Music
(269) 382-2910 • www.mfsm.us
A biennial (odd years) event with religious entertainers
from around the world performing at various churches
and other venues throughout Kalamazoo.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Kellogg Manor House
Holiday Walk Tours
(269) 671-2416 • www.kbs.msu.edu
Kellogg Manor on beautiful Gull Lake, the former home
of cereal magnate W.K. Kellogg, is beautifully decorated
for the holiday season and opens for tours on the
weekends between Thanksgiving and Christmas.
New Year’s Fest
(269) 388-2830 • www.NewYearsFest.com
New Year’s Eve celebration featuring dozens of
entertainment acts in venues throughout downtown
Kalamazoo with fireworks at midnight in Bronson Park.
Courtesy of Kalamazoo County Expo Center & Fairgrounds
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Friday & Saturday,
September 24th & 25th - 2010
Arcadia Creek Festival Place
145 E. Water St.
Downtown Kalamazoo, Michigan
MUSIC, DANCE, ART, FOOD,
DRINK and FUN
Presented by the Irish American Club
of Kalamazoo
www.KalamazooIrish.org
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Michigan Festival
of Sacred Music
Kalamazoo’s festival celebrating the diversity,
power and beauty of sacred music.
For complete festival lineup visit our website:
www.mfsm.us or see our Facebook page
2010-2011 Season Events
November 19-20, 2010, When the Spirit Soars:Sacred
Music in a Contemporary Key with concerts and work-
shops with Joel Mabus and Carrie Newcomer in collabo-
ration with Transformations Spirituality Center.
February 23, 2011, Watoto Children’s Choir from Uganda.
Sixth Biennial Festival, November 2011
P.O. Box 50566, Kalamazoo, MI 49005-0566
Phone: 269.382.2910 n E-mail: director@mfsm.us
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Come experience Historic Celery Flats!

Bring your family to enjoy the
beauty of Portage Creek
Bicentennial Park which
connects to Celery Flats
Historical Area. Tour the
historical buildings of Celery
Flats, or walk the paved trail
to enjoy the natural beauty of
the parkway. You can rent a
surrey bicycle for the entire
family or canoe down Portage Creek and be on the
Join us for an elegant and relaxing tea, sandwiches, look out for wildlife – deer, ducks, or turtles.
scones and other delicious tea treats. Enjoy spending
time at the historic Stuart Manor at the picturesque Experience what it was like over 80 years ago to grow
Celery Flats Historical Area (7335 Garden Lane, celery in the fertile
Portage, Michigan). fields around the
Kalamazoo area. Visit
The cost is $18 for Adults and $14 for youth 5-16.
the Interpretive Center
These prices include a three course tea, tax and
to view numerous
gratuity. Teas usually run 90 minutes.
artifacts on display of
Pre-paid reservations are required, as seating is a by gone era.
limited. To reserve your space, call the Portage
Parks & Recreation Department at 269-329-4522. Call the Portage Parks &
Recreation Department at
Private and Fundraising Teas of 15 or more for your 269-329-4522 for current
organization are also available throughout the year. hours of operation.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Discover Kalamazoo
141 E. Michigan Avenue, Suite 100 • Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Toll-free: (800) 888-0509 • DiscoverKalamazoo.com • generalinfo@discoverkalamazoo.com

Pure Michigan Statewide Information Visitor Information:

(888) 784-7328
Information Radio Station:
Tune into AM530 for ongoing events in Kalamazoo
County during your visit.
Information Line:
For up-to-date information on what’s happening in
and around town, call the Visitor Information Line
toll-free at (800) 888-0509 to speak to one of our
friendly information specialists, who are on duty
Monday–Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Eastern Time.
Website:
Log onto DiscoverKalamazoo.com to find
information about attractions, accommodations,
dining, shopping, an updated calendar of events
and much more.
To obtain visitor information or maps, contact
Discover Kalamazoo at (800) 888-0509 or visit
our visitor information centers located at 141 E.
Michigan Ave., Suite 100 or the Kalamazoo/Battle
Creek International Airport. You can also visit any of
our hotel’s front desk information displays.
Kalamazoo Store:
“Yes, There Really is a Kalamazoo” souvenirs
are available at the Discover Kalamazoo offices,
Monday–Friday, 8 am to 5 pm Eastern Time. Browse
through our gift shop, community brochure displays,
or watch our visitor video to discover what the region
has to offer. Visit our online Kalamazoo Store to view
available souvenirs at DiscoverKalamazoo.com

LOCATION
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Kalamazoo County is located in the heart of the POPULATION

Great Lakes region, midway between Chicago and Kalamazoo County: 240,720
Detroit at the intersection of I-94 and US-131. City of Kalamazoo: 75,312
City of Portage: 45,679
Area: 576 square miles
Lowest point: 700 ft. above sea level TIME ZONE : Eastern
Highest point: 1,000 ft. above sea level
POLICE/MEDICAL CARE
Police (non-emergency): (269) 337-8994
KALAMAZOO COUNTY AMENITIES Emergency police, fire and ambulance: 911
• Over 450 restaurants
• 83 lakes with public access Borgess Medical Center
• 69 public parks 1521 Gull Road, Kalamazoo
• 22 public golf courses (269) 226-7000 • www.Borgess.com
• 5 wineries
• 3 brewpubs Bronson Methodist Hospital
• 3 ski resorts 601 John St., Kalamazoo
• 2 state game areas (269) 341-7654 • www.bronsonhealth.com
• 1 tobogganing park
Bronson Vicksburg Hospital
AVERAGE HIGH TEMPERATURES 13326 N. Boulevard, Vicksburg
The climate is pleasant with four distinct seasons (269) 649-2321 • www.bronsonhealth.com
each year ranging from fall’s vibrant foliage to
spring’s lush greenery. Kalamazoo County enjoys WORSHIP
lake effect weather which is cooling during Kalamazoo is home to more than 275 churches,
the warmer months and provides for a milder synagogues and mosques. For a complete list
temperature during the cooler months. of area houses of worship, visit
DiscoverKalamazoo.com.
May: 72 degrees F
FISHING/HUNTING LICENSES
July: 85 degrees F
Department of Natural Resources
October: 63 degrees F (517) 373-1204 • www.michigan.gov/dnr
February: 35 degrees F

Average Annual Snowfall: 70 inches

Weather Forecast: www.wwmt.com

Courtesy of Downtown Kalamazoo, Incorporated

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HISTORY

Courtesy of Gilmore Car Museum

Situated midway between Chicago and Detroit, the Kalamazoo region began as a small
fur-trading post founded by Titus Bronson in the late 1700s. Like many Michigan cities,
Kalamazoo’s name was adapted from an Indian word, “kikalamazoo,” meaning boiling
water. Water has long been a vital component in Kalamazoo’s major industries including
papermaking and agriculture, which have helped the area grow and prosper.

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Some of the many famous products manufactured
in Kalamazoo include Checker Cabs, Gibson
Guitars, Kalamazoo Stoves and Shakespeare
fishing rods and reels. In the late 1800s, W.E.
Upjohn moved to Kalamazoo and created The
Upjohn Company, which is now part of Pfizer
Corporation, the world’s largest pharmaceutical
company.
Kalamazoo is home to five institutions of higher
learning including Michigan’s oldest college,
Kalamazoo College. Western Michigan
University, Kalamazoo Valley Community
College, Davenport University and
Cornerstone University infuse the community
with more than 40,000 students, ensuring a
vibrant college-town atmosphere.

Bronson Park, named for founder Titus Bronson,
is the traditional center point of Central City.
Surrounded by churches, Bronson Park features
monuments to war veterans, an Indian (burial)
Mound and the historic marker commemorating
Abraham Lincoln’s only public speech in Michigan
in 1856. Festivals, concerts and cultural events
encourage visitors to linger among the lush
flowers and trees. Additional historic districts
include Stuart Avenue, South Street and the Vine
Street District featuring elegant turn-of-the-century
homes that serve as a reminder of the grand
architecture of the past.
The National Register of Historic Places includes
several buildings on the campus of Western
Michigan University: the Psychiatric Hospital Water
Tower, a 175-ft Queen Anne style landmark, the
Gatekeeper’s Cottage, The Oaklands, Montague
House and 11 buildings on East Campus. Famed
architect Frank Lloyd Wright built Usonian style
homes in the late 1940s, located at Taliesin and
Parkwyn Drives and in the city of Galesburg.
One of the original “safe houses,” the
Underground Railroad Home was built in
1835 by Kalamazoo County’s first doctor, Nathan
Thomas. This small Greek Revival home hid
former slaves en-route to freedom in Canada.

HOT SPOTS I N K A L A M A Z O O
On a visit to downtown Kalamazoo, you may find yourself strolling through
one of the city’s six historical districts:

East End, featuring the
creative renovation of old
railroad buildings into
nightclubs, antique stores, coffee
shops and microbreweries.
South Town, an eclectic mix Haymarket, offering the
of downtown neighborhoods, latest in food and entertainment,
retail business and the elegant surrounded by the classic
campus of Bronson Hospital. architecture of the past.

Arcadia, a district that brings
art, festivals, music, history and
education together.
COOL KALAMAZOO
Gibson Guitars was founded in Kalamazoo.
Bronson Park, surrounded
by stately churches, features
celebrations, art shows, summer
concerts and holiday displays.
Kalamazoo Mall, anchored
by the AAA 4-Diamond Radisson
Plaza Hotel & Suites on the north
end and the Epic Center on the
south end, is the first outdoor
pedestrian mall in the United
States. Offering a wide variety
of shopping and dining choices,
the Mall is also the site for special
events and activities.

The song, “I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo,” was made famous

by Glenn Miller. Kalamazoo College students voted Sara Wooley
that “Gal” and she traveled around the country appearing at Bond
Drives and USO dances.

The United Kennel Club, the nation’s second oldest and largest
dog registry, was founded in Kalamazoo in 1898.

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SPRING
Blooming flowers, returning birds and budding
trees are all signs that the excitement and colors
of spring are back in southwest Michigan and
Kalamazoo County.
With April showers come May flowers.
Kalamazoo County is the bedding plant capital
of the United States. Greenhouses are bursting
with bedding plants beginning to make their
way around the world.
There is something for everyone to explore in
Kalamazoo County. Nature, education and
art are embodied in Kalamazoo’s numerous
museums and attractions. You’re invited to
experience priceless paintings and sculptures,
learn about the evolution of aviation and
automobiles, embrace the beauty of lush
gardens and observe wildlife in their natural
settings. Even a simple spring stroll through
downtown Kalamazoo can be an architectural
education. Kalamazoo is also home to a
cooperative neighborhood designed by Frank
Lloyd Wright in the late ‘40s. The entire
community is rich in history, culture and beauty.
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SUMMER
Kalamazoo is a water wonderland during
the summer. Fish, swim, water-ski, sail or
boat in one of the dozens of lakes with public
access throughout Kalamazoo County or visit
the sandy shores of nearby Lake Michigan.
Around every corner in Kalamazoo there is a
park or trail with areas for picnics, biking or
horseback riding. Experience a unique dining
environment outside along a water fountain or
on a balcony overlooking a shimmering lake
or summer sunset. Explore our many farmers
markets and sample what is in season.
Outdoor recreation is plentiful in Kalamazoo
County. Summer brings baseball games,
championship tennis and softball tournaments.
An abundance of sunshine provides a haven
for golfers with acres of scenic courses to
discover. Kalamazoo also fields a Frontier
League baseball team, providing dozens of
evenings throughout the summer for all to
enjoy America’s pastime.
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County Parks
FALL
Fall is when southwest Michigan shows its
true colors. As temperatures begin to cool, the
leaves of many trees begin to change exhibiting
an incredible palette of warm oranges, fiery
reds, and striking golds. Fall is a great time for
hiking or biking on the Kal-Haven trail. The
orchards, farmers markets and farm stands
are ripe with fresh fruits and vegetables in
season, while the wineries are harvesting and
producing award-winning wines and juices.
In the fall, Waldo Stadium roars when the
Western Michigan University Broncos take the
field for NCAA and Mid-American Conference
football action, while Wings Stadium is home
to professional hockey in the ECHL.
FOUR SEASONS
Courtesy of
Timber Ridge
WINTER
When snow begins to fall, Kalamazoo becomes
a winter wonderland. People flock to the local
ski resorts and toboggan runs or head to the
Kal-Haven trail for snowmobiling and cross-
country skiing and the lakes for ice fishing.
There are six sheets of ice in Kalamazoo along
with several skating ponds. The ski resorts
offer beginner hills and challenging slopes for
skiers and snowboarders.
There’s nothing quite like the holiday season in
southwest Michigan. Besides unique shopping
venues and festivals, winter outdoor recreation
and chic dining, Kalamazoo offers a wealth of
arts and cultural events guaranteed to entertain
the whole family.
Courtesy of Western Michigan University
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A  Project  of  American  Anthropological 

Association. Funded by Ford Foundation 
and National Science Foundation
www.understandingRACE.org

Investigating race and human variation through

the framework of science, the exhibit helps
individuals of all ages better understand the
origins and manifestations of race and racism in
everyday life.
And visit our other exhibits and programs…
! Science in Motion
! Planetarium (schedule/fee)
! Challenger Learning Center (schedule/fee)
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bands, comedians, ARTS AND CRAFTS FROM THE CARIBBEAN
and fireworks. 11 AM TO 1:30 AM EACH DAY
All indoors and only $5. Arcadia Creek Festival Place
Downtown Kalamazoo
newyearsfest.com visit islandfestkalamazoo.com

Arcadia Creek Festival Place

National Rib Vendors, Downtown Kalamazoo
National Bands, Area Restaurants, Wineries,
Special Events, Breweries, and Live Entertainment
all supporting EACH NIGHT
FUN STUFF FOR FAMILIES
Community Advocates Saturday 11 am-4 pm
for Persons with Great Kalamazoo Duck Race
Developmental Disabilities. Jugglers, Clowns, Balloons
July 22, 23, 24 Master Face Painting, Bounce
11 am to late night Games, Pony Rides & More
Community Advocates Ribfest Ice Sculpting
August 5-7, 2010 269-385-1276 Kalamazoo’s best chefs
tasteofkalamazoo.com compete in cook offs
Arcadia Creek Festival Place each day from 2-6 pm
ribfestkalamazoo.com Sponsored by Kalamazoo Jaycees

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ATTRACTIONS
Courtesy of Air Zoo

Nature, education and art are embodied in Kalamazoo’s numerous museums and
attractions. You’re invited to experience priceless paintings and sculptures, learn about
the evolution of aviation and automobiles, experience one-of-a-kind attractions, embrace
the beauty of lush gardens and observe wildlife in their natural settings. Take time to
browse through archives, explore the stars and sample fine wines. Even a simple stroll
through downtown Kalamazoo can be an architectural education. Several commercial
and public buildings, including City Hall, possess the crisp geometry and surface
ornaments of Art Deco—an eclectic design style born during the Jazz Age. Kalamazoo
is also home to a cooperative neighborhood designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in the late
‘40s. The entire community is rich in history, culture and beauty.

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Gilmore Car Museum

COOL KALAMAZOO 6865 Hickory Road, Hickory Corners
The Air Zoo is the world’s first aviation- (269) 671-5089 • www.GilmoreCarMuseum.org
themed attraction of its kind and has the world’s The Gilmore Car Museum is hailed as one of the finest
largest, hand-painted indoor mural. automotive museums in the nation (Top Five, in fact),
and Old Cars Weekly magazine recently declared it,
The Gilmore Car Museum was voted one of “Best in the Midwest!” Nestled on its 90-acre park-
the five best automobile museums in the United like setting, you’ll encounter nearly 200 extraordinary
States by Antique Automobile. vehicles in restored historic buildings, spanning more
than 100 years of automotive heritage. Here you’ll find
exhibits ranging from an 1899 Locomobile to the classic
Duesenberg, the elusive 1948 Tucker, the Model T and
Air Zoo muscle cars of the 1960s and 1970s. Several historic
6151 Portage Rd., Portage
barns, an 1890s train depot, the 1930s gas station, a
(866) 554-7966, (269) 382-6555 • www.airzoo.org working authentic 1940s diner and a vintage Disney
A highly charged, multi-sensory atmosphere going
movie set are there to discover. The all-new National
beyond anything you’ve ever experienced, the Air Zoo is
Miniatures Museum is also located on site.
a departure from an ordinary museum. Join the Air Zoo
for the adventure of a lifetime! Take a voyage to the final
frontier: space. At the Air Zoo’s Michigan Space Science
Center, you can train like an astronaut, take a walk on
the moon, try your hand at docking the International
Space Station, even blast off on a journey to Mars! The
Midwest’s first 4D theatre, the most advanced flight
simulators available to civilians, indoor amusement
park rides, and an assembly of extraordinary aircraft—
including the world’s only SR-71B Blackbird Spy Plane—
will make your exploration through the history of flight
unforgettable. In addition to the heart-stopping flight
experiences and historic aircraft, you’ll always have a
few more reasons to come back to the Air Zoo. As a
result of a partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, Courtesy of Gilmore
the Air Zoo has access to over 142 million artifacts and Car Museum

an endless source of world-famous traveling exhibits.

Kalamazoo’s Historic District

Celery Flats Interpretive Center
Walking Tour
& Historical Area (269) 381-4003
7335 Garden Lane, Portage
The City of Kalamazoo has many historic districts and
(East off of S. Westnedge Ave.) • (269) 329-4522 individual sites on the national, state and local historic
What was it like to work ankle-deep in the rich, black
registers. We invite you to walk around these districts
soil of the Kalamazoo area when it was known as the
and learn more about Kalamazoo’s historical and
Celery City? Stalk the answers in Portage, where tours of
architectural heritage.
the center and restored historical structures help visitors
understand the era. The park is bisected by the Portage
Creek and the linear 3.5 mile Bicentennial Trail, perfect Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
for bicyclists and walkers. Seasonal festivals and cultural 314 S. Park St. (at South St.), Kalamazoo
events take place throughout the year. (269) 349-7775 • www.kiarts.org
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts has been bringing art
to West Michigan with first-rate temporary exhibitions
Fort Custer National Cemetery (including the blockbusters Millet to Matisse and Chihuly
15501 Dickman Rd. on M-96, Augusta
in Kalamazoo), a wide
(269) 731-4164 variety of permanent
Part of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, National
collection works in
Cemetery Administration, Fort Custer is an official burial
rotating shows, an
site for America’s veterans, their spouses and children.
interactive gallery for
It also contains the graves of 26 German soldiers held as
children, an art school
prisoners of war during World War II.
for artists of all ages
and abilities, a gallery
shop and numerous
events and programs
throughout the year.

Courtesy of Downtown
Kalamazoo, Incorporated
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Kalamazoo
Nature Center
Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 381-1574 • www.NatureCenter.org
The Kalamazoo Nature Center was voted one of the
top nature centers in the nation. Visitors enjoy year
round programs, camps and activities for all ages. The
Interpretive Center features award winning “Nature Up
Close” exhibits, and “Bugs in Our Lives.” The three-
story Tropical Sun/Rain Room, seasonal Hummingbird/
Butterfly Garden, Butterfly House, and Barn provide
indoor and outdoor fun for the whole family. The Nature
Center features more than 1,100 acres of diverse habitats,
a 35-acre Arboretum, 13 hiking trails, and the historic
DeLano Homestead. The annual Maple Sugar Festival
in March and other special events attract thousands of
visitors. The Nature Center is open all year for hiking
and cross-country skiing.
Kalamazoo Public Library
315 S. Rose St., Kalamazoo
(269) 342-9837 • www.kpl.gov
Selected National Library of the Year in 2002, Kalamazoo
Public Library’s downtown location delights the eye
with rainbows on sunny days, refracted by a domed
skylight. Visitors enjoy internet access, bargains at
the Friends’ Used Book Store, and visual delights in
the Children’s Room, decorated with murals, original
artwork and stained glass windows emphasizing
storybook themes.
Courtesy of Kalamazoo Valley Museum
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
230 N. Rose St., Kalamazoo
(269) 373-7990 • www.kalamazoomuseum.org
Voted the best of its kind in the state by readers of
Michigan Living magazine, the Kalamazoo Valley
Museum offers “Adventure You Can Touch,” celebrating
history, science and technology in a highly interactive,
hands-on way. Open seven days a week, it features a
Digistar Theater and planetarium, simulated missions
into space via the Challenger Learning Center, a
2,300-year-old mummy, a regional-history gallery and
Science in Motion activities. The museum also hosts
nationally touring exhibitions, of Smithsonian-caliber,
typically found in big city museums.
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Kellogg Biological Station
A Michigan State University research field
station with a focus on fundamental and applied
research in ecology and agriculture.
Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
12685 East C Ave., Augusta
(269) 671-2510
www.kbs.msu.edu/Bird_Sanctuary
The Sanctuary offers protected land for native
waterfowl and birds of prey along Wintergreen
Lake with self-guided tours 365 days a year.
Kellogg Experimental Forest
760 N 42nd St., Augusta
(269) 731-4597
www.maes.msu.edu/ressta/kelloggforest
An experimental forest with a national reputation
of being one of the premier research forests, there
are acres available for hiking, picnicking and
cross-country skiing.
Kellogg Dairy Center
10461 North 40th St., Hickory Corners
(269) 671-2507 • www.kbs.msu.edu/farm
A modern research, teaching and outreach facility.
Come see the dairy cycle from crops to cows,
including a computerized milking parlor. Open
seven days a week for free self-guided tours.
Call for milking times.
Kellogg Manor House
3700 Gull Lake Dr., Hickory Corners
(269) 671-2416 • www.kbs.msu.edu/Manor_House
This beautifully restored estate of cereal magnate W.K.
Kellogg is open for tours year round and also hosts
special teas, dinners, and brunches. Holiday Walk
tours begin the day after Thanksgiving and continue
each weekend until Christmas.
Motorcities Automotive
National Heritage Area
www.motorcities.org
Kalamazoo County is part of the Motorcities Automotive
National Heritage area which is dedicated to preserving
and promoting Michigan’s rich automotive and labor
heritage through tourism, education and revitalization.
Portage District Library
300 Library Lane, Portage
(269) 329-4544 • www.portagelibrary.info
Within walking distance of Portage Community
Bandshell, Celery Flats and the Bicentennial Park Trail.
Discover a plethora of books and entertainment options.
DiscoverKalamazoo.com
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Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery Leila Arboretum Society

Visitor Center
M-43 at Fish Hatchery Rd.,
(269) 668-2876
The visitor center is dedicated to providing visitors with
the opportunity to learn about fish, their lifecycles and
habits, and the history of the Great Lakes fish hatcheries
and the vital role they play in helping to protect and
restore our aquatic ecosystems. Free admission.
928 W. Michigan Ave. at 20th St., Battle Creek
(269) 969-0270 • www.LASgarden.org
72 acres of 3,000+ species of trees, perennial gardens,
walking & biking trails, along with a Children’s Garden
where you can experience sensory exploration of the
great outdoors. “It’s not just for kids.”

OTHER AREA ATTRACTIONS

Binder Park Zoo

7400 Division Drive, Battle Creek
(269) 979-1351 • www.binderparkzoo.org
An African adventure awaits! Discover spectacular
views of wild animals from elevated boardwalks. Get
nose-to-nose with one of the largest giraffe herds in
the country as you explore Wild Africa and hand feed
a giraffe! The Zoo is open April through October. Visit
Binder Park Zoo in October for the Great ZooBoo, where
families and children can trick-or-treat together through
hundreds of scarecrows and lighted jack-o-lanterns!
Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo

Lake Michigan Beaches

A trip to southwestern Michigan is not complete
without a short drive to Lake Michigan for breathtaking
views in any season of the year, with destinations like
North and South Beach in South Haven, Oval Beach in
Saugatuck, Van Buren State Park and Warren Dunes,
south of St. Joseph.

Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo

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Hidden Treasures! Southwest Michigan’s
first and finest
professional Modern
Dance company –
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HICKORY CORNERS, MI 49060
359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 204
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
GilmoreCarMuseum.org 269/342-4354
269-671-5089 www.wellspringdance.org

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 A RTS &
E N T E RTAINMENT

Courtesy of The Civic Auditorium

No matter what time of year you visit Kalamazoo, you will find a wealth of
cultural and entertainment offerings, from classical to jazz, from avant garde theater
to traveling Broadway shows. With more than ten performing arts theaters and five
colleges/universities, Kalamazoo is a magnet for touring artists and musicians.

PERFORMING ARTS

Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo Ballet Arts Ensemble

Epic Center, 359 S. Kalamazoo Mall Suite 203
(269) 342-5059 • www.kalamazooarts.com
Founded in 1966, the Arts Council follows its
mission to support, promote and fund the arts in
the Greater Kalamazoo area. The Arts Council
distributes grants annually to artists and arts
organizations, manages exhibits at eight locations,
and produces Art Hop, All Ears Theatre and a
summer concert series in Bronson Park.
2018 Rambling Road, Kalamazoo
(269) 345-3433 • http://balletarts.home.att.net
Chenery Auditorium
714 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 337-0440
Comstock Community Auditorium
2107 N. 26th St., Kalamazoo
(269) 388-9381

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Matt Giraud, graduate of Western Michigan
University and local dueling piano player, wowed Irving S. Gilmore International
Kalamazoo as he made it to the Top 5 in Season 8 Keyboard Festival
of American Idol. 359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 342-1166 • www.thegilmore.com
Kalamazoo Valley Community College hosts
Known as “The Ultimate Piano Fest,” the Gilmore
the prestigious Kalamazoo Animation Festival
Keyboard Festival presents over two weeks of concerts,
International in odd numbered years to honor
recitals, jazz clubs, films and more. Held biennially (in
pioneering independent and student animators
the even-numbered years), it’s the largest gathering of
from around the world.
keyboard artists in North America and takes place in and
around Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo is home to the biennial Irving S.
Gilmore International Keyboard Festival. Every
four years, a new Gilmore Artist is announced and Irving S. Gilmore Theatre Complex
presented with the most generous musical arts Western Michigan University
award of financial support. (269) 387-6222 • www.wmich.edu/theatre

Kalamazoo Ballet Co.

431 E. South St., Kalamazoo
Donald E. Overlander Bandshell (269) 343-3027
7800 Shaver Rd., Portage Central Park, Portage
(269) 329-4522
Kalamazoo Civic Theatre
329 S. Park St. (at South St.), Kalamazoo
Epic Center (269) 343-1313 • www.kazoocivic.com
359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo Widely recognized as a shining example of exemplary
(269) 342-5059 • www.epiccenter.org community theatre.
Home for the arts in Kalamazoo: Arts Council of Greater
Kalamazoo, Black Arts & Cultural Center, Gilmore
Kalamazoo Concert Band
International Keyboard Festival, Kalamazoo Symphony
(269) 806-6597 • www.kzoocb.org
Orchestra, Fontana Chamber Arts and more.

Farmers Alley Theatre Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra

221 Farmers Alley, Kalamazoo Epic Center, 359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 343-2727 • www.farmersalleytheatre.com (269) 349-7759 • www.kalamazoosymphony.com

Festival Playhouse of Miller Auditorium

Howard Street (near Stadium Dr.), Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo College (269) 387-2300 • www. millerauditorium.com
1200 Academy St., Kalamazoo
The premier performing arts center in Southwest
(269) 337-7333 • www.kzoo.edu/theatre Michigan for Broadway National Tours. Past
performances have included Les Miserables and the
Fontana Chamber Arts Phantom of the Opera, world renowned symphonies
359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 200, such as Boston Pops and the New York Philharmonic,
Epic Center, Kalamazoo internationally acclaimed acts and performances by stars
(269) 382-7774 • www.fontanachamberarts.org such as Tony Bennett, Bill Cosby, Jerry Seinfeld and more.

Hayloft Theatre New Vic Theatre

Celery Flats Historical Area 134 E. Vine St., Kalamazoo
7335 Garden Ln., Portage (269) 381-3328 • www.newvictheatre.org
(269) 329-4522 or 324-9200
State Theatre
406 S. Burdick St., Kalamazoo
Courtesy of Miller Auditorium (269) 345-6500 • www.kazoostate.com

Suzanne D. Parish Theatre

426 S. Park St., Kalamazoo
(269) 343-1313 • www.kazoocivic.com

Vicksburg Performing Arts Center

501 E. Highway, Vicksburg
(269) 321-1193

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Wellspring Cori Terry & Dancers Estes-Walker West Michigan

Wellspring Theater at the Epic Center Fine Art Glass Society
(269) 342-4354 • www.wellspringdance.com 300 S. Kalamazoo Mall, 436 N. Park St.,
Kalamazoo Kalamazoo
Whole Art Theater (269) 384-5150 (269) 552-9802
246 N. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo www.wmglass.org
(269) 345-7529 Gallery II
Sangren Hall, WMU
Wings Stadium (269) 387-2455
MOVIE
3600 Vanrick Dr., Kalamazoo THEATERS
Tickets (269) 345-1125 • www.wingsstadium.com Gallery 344
Arena-style sporting events, expositions, consumer 344 N. Rose St.,
shows and concerts. Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo 10
820 Maple Hill Dr.,
(269) 343-2388
Kalamazoo
(269) 345-7469
GALLERIES Kalamazoo Institute
For more information on local galleries, call the Arts of Arts Celebration!
Council of Greater Kalamazoo at (269) 342-5059. 314 S. Park St., Cinema -
Kalamazoo
(269) 349-7775
Crossroads
Arts Council Carver Gallery 6600 Ring Rd., Portage
Gallery 300 S. Kalamazoo Mall, (269) 343-2189
Kalamazoo Lovell Street
359 S. Kalamazoo Mall,
Suite 203 (Epic Center) (269) 388-8882 Gallery Rave Motion
115 W. Lovell St.,
Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo
Picture Theater
(269) 342-5059 East Hall Student 180 Portage St.,
(269) 383-6901
Art Galleries, WMU Kalamazoo
Black Arts & (269) 387-2455 (269) 381-5732
Park Gallery
Cultural Center 436 N. Park St.,
359 S. Kalamazoo Mall Kalamazoo
Suite 202 (Epic Center) (269) 345-9242
Kalamazoo
(269) 349-1035
Plaza Gallery
157 S. Kalamazoo Mall,
Kalamazoo
(269) 276-0982

Richmond Center
for the Visual Arts,
WMU
(269) 387-2440

Saniwax Gallery
at the Park
Trades Center
326 W. Kalamazoo Ave.,
Kalamazoo
(269) 345-3311

Tye Studio
436 N. Park St.,
Kalamazoo
(269) 345-9242

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 SHOPPING,
DINING &
NIGHTLIFE

Photo by Michael Buck, Courtesy

of Discover Kalamazoo

Downtown Kalamazoo is known as “Central City” with six distinctive districts –

Kalamazoo Mall, East End, South Town, Haymarket, Arcadia and Bronson Park – offering
wonderful shopping and dining opportunities. All are within walking distance from the
AAA, four-diamond Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites featuring upscale shops, spa and
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MALLS MORE SHOPPING

Downtown Kalamazoo For additional shopping throughout Kalamazoo

Unique Shops and Memorable Experiences County, contact Discover Kalamazoo at (800) 888-
(269) 344-0795 0509 or visit DiscoverKalamazoo.com.
www.downtownkalamazoo.org
Downtown Kalamazoo has it all – charming boutiques,
exquisite jewelry, fine art, vintage collectibles, antiques,
luxurious paper, fabulous furniture, books, magazines, a
festival site, and even wine tasting!
Kalamazoo was the first city in the nation to create a
downtown pedestrian mall and was fondly known for
decades as The Mall City. Kalamazoo has expanded far
beyond the original pedestrian mall area and it is now
called Central City. This designation better reflects the
growing, diverse retail and business district you will find
today. Downtown retail maps are available at most stores.
They guide you as you stroll through our many delightful
restaurants or cafes, attend a play, catch a movie, enjoy
live entertainment, or go indoor rock climbing.
Courtesy of
The Crossroads Crossroads Mall
6650 S. Westnedge Ave., Portage
One mile south of I-94
Information Desk: (269) 327-6600 ANTIQUE SHOPPING
www.thecrossroadsmall.com
Over 100 retailers including Ann Taylor Loft, Banana If you love browsing for antiques, there are a
Republic, Chico’s, Coldwater Creek, GUESS and more wide variety of shops, antique malls and fairs in
for great shopping. Plus a large “Tuscan style” food Kalamazoo and the surrounding areas.
court with a wonderful 38-foot antique carousel for great
dining and entertainment. For a complete listing of antique shops, visit
DiscoverKalamazoo.com or call (800) 888-0509.
The Radisson Shops
Located in the Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites Alamo Depot Crafts JP’s Coin Collection
in downtown Kalamazoo. 6187 W. D Ave., 420 S. Burdick St.,
Information desk: (269) 343-3333 Kalamazoo Kalamazoo
www.radissonkz.com (269) 373-3886 (269) 383-2220
Four specialty retail shops and three exceptional dining
options. Free valet parking while shopping. Emporium Kalamazoo
313 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Antiques Market
Kalamazoo 130 N. Edwards St.,
(269) 381-0998 Kalamazoo
(269) 226-9788
Heritage Company
Architectural
Salvage & Supply
Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo 150 N. Edwards St.,
Kalamazoo
(269) 385-1004
COOL KALAMAZOO
The nation’s first outdoor walking mall opened
in downtown Kalamazoo in 1959.

Sweetwater’s Donut Mill was selected one of

the 10 best doughnut shops from coast to coast
by Bret Stetka for MSN City Guides.

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 flexible SPAC eS
Set on a picturesque corner of Western
Michigan University, the fetzer Center
features flexible space to accommodate any
style event. This multi-usage, full service center
also provides on-site catering, a professional
staff and state-of-the-art technology, making
the fetzer Center the best choice for your
next business meeting, conference or seminar.

(269) 387-3232 • www. FetzerCenter.Com

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TAKING YOUR HEALTH TO HEART.
In southwest Michigan, there’s one place known for innovative medicine and inspired
care: Borgess. With more than 130 sites of care, including Borgess at Woodbridge Hills,
Borgess-Pipp Hospital, Borgess-Lee Memorial Hospital and the Borgess Health & Fitness
Center, we are the region’s largest health provider.

Today, we are proud to offer you and your loved ones access to over 40 medical specialties,
including:
• No wait ER • Vascular • Diabetes
• Heart • Women’s Health • Behavioral Health
• Brain and Spine • Pediatric, Family & • Integrative Medicine
• Orthopedics Internal Medicine

To learn more about our difference or find a doctor near

you, call 800.828.8135, or visit us at Borgess.com.

Innovative medicine. Inspired care.

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DINING
Bay Pointe Inn’s Terrace Grille Restaurant
11456 Marsh Rd., Shelbyville
(269) 672-5202 • www.baypointeinn.com
Providing extraordinary casual dining with an inviting
wine list, refreshing cocktail menu and alfresco dining
on a lakefront terrace. The menus change seasonally
offering a variety of delectable dishes. Specialties
include seafood, steaks, pasta and daily Chef’s specials.
Bell’s Eccentric Café
355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-2332 • www.bellsbeer.com
Offering customers a chance to taste many of their well
known beers, as well as small batch brews not distributed
outside of the pub. Visitors enjoy its warm atmosphere
and spacious beer garden. The Eccentric also features
interesting food, an extensive collection of art and
ephemera, and live music Thursday through Saturday.
Bilbo’s Pizza in a Pan
3307 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-5544
& 6202 S. Westnedge Ave., Portage
(269) 323-8855 • www.bilbospizza.com
Serving pizza, pasta, subs, salads, appetizers and more.
Great place for families, children and groups. The
Stadium Drive location features a Brewpub offering a
selection of homebrewed beers. Open for lunch and
dinner, and late nights after the games.
BOLD Restaurant & Catering
6915 W. Q Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 375-8551 • www.bolddining.com
A local dining destination created with one idea in
mind – simple food and big flavors. Featuring small
plate selections, hand-cut steaks, fresh seafood and
nightly features are complemented by an all-American
wine list and great cocktails. With a warm and relaxing
atmosphere, you’ll enjoy a positive culinary experience
with memorable, big-flavor cuisine.
Bravo! Restaurant & Café
5402 Portage Rd., Kalamazoo
(269) 344-7700 • www.bravokalamazoo.com
From the moment you enter, you’ll know why Bravo! is
recognized as one of the finest restaurants for Southwest
Michigan dining. Adding to the outstanding dining
experience is the fact that Bravo! is locally-owned and
provides the personal attention and service that is as
much a Bravo! tradition as the superb cuisine.
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Coney Island
266 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-0377
& 4634 W. Main St., Kalamazoo
(269) 383-4543
A family-owned and operated landmark for five
generations, the downtown location was opened in 1915
and received an extensive building renovation in 2003.
Serving Chili- and Chicago-style hot dogs, burgers,
gyros and home-made potato chips.
Cosmo’s Cucina
804 W. Vine St., Kalamazoo
(269) 344-5666 • www.cosmoscucina.com
A contemporary oasis offering affordable gourmet
cuisine, Cosmo’s Cucina was established in November
1992 with the goal of bringing simply creative cooking
to Kalamazoo. Located on the second floor at the corner
of Vine and Locust Streets two blocks west of
Chenery Auditorium.
Craftsman Chop Company
6905 Sears Dr., Portage
(269) 327-2000
Offering a warm and inviting environment with
Craftsman style architecture. The 34-foot long oak bar
was designed and crafted by local artisans in the Stickley
tradition. The waiting area has a stone fireplace and
leather couches.
The Epic Bistro
359 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 342-1300 • www.millenniumrestaurants.com
Housed in downtown Kalamazoo’s Epic Center, Epic
Bistro is a haven for the wine and food lover. With an
award winning wine list and more than a handful of
reasons to indulge, Epic Bistro truly offers a unique dining
experience. Experience Kalamazoo’s Original Wine Bar!
Fandango Tapas Bistro
247 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 226-9800 • www.fandangotapasbistro.com
Inviting with stylish sophistication and flair, Fandango
Tapas Bistro delivers tastes and wines reminiscent of the
Mediterranean coast of Spain. Wines, small plates and
entrees are perfect for sharing and comparing … all in
a dynamic setting with intimate booths, quaint alfresco
dining, and at tall tables amidst the electric bar scene.
Courtesy of Food Dance Café
DiscoverKalamazoo.com

These are just a few of the more than 450
restaurants in Kalamazoo County. For a
complete list, contact Discover Kalamazoo at
(800) 888-0509 and request a Dining Guide.
Fieldstone Grill
3970 W. Centre Ave., Portage
(269) 321-8480 • www.millenniumrestaurants.com
In a lodge-retreat atmosphere at the heart of Portage,
guests will find Fieldstone Grill. The true fieldstone
fireplace is made of stones from owner Ken Miller’s
property, and the view overlooks the natural wetlands of
the Moors Golf Club. The menu is comprised of dishes
that emulate this location’s ‘field-to-plate’ mentality.
Food Dance Café
401 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-1888 • www.fooddancecafe.com
Food Dance Café is about connection to the people who
grow the food, to the earth and to each other. It’s a place
where you can slow down and share a meal with friends.
Featuring authentic, eclectic new American cuisine and
many products grown right here in Michigan.
Full City Café
2026 Parkview, Kalamazoo
(269) 345-9404
& 7878 Oakland at Centre, Portage
(269) 492-7515 • www.fullcitycafe.com
For people who prefer quality food and excellent
service when they eat out in restaurants, Full City
Café prepares meals made from scratch using fresh,
wholesome ingredients.
Gallagher’s Eatery & Pub
4210 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 372-7177 • www.gallagherseatery.com
From upscale family dining to an Irish sports pub, you will
find it at Gallagher’s. Offering a huge array of ways to
enjoy your lunch, dinner or an evening out on the town.
Great Lakes Shipping Company
Restaurant & Tavern
4525 W. KL Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 375-3650 • greatlakesshippingco.liveonatt.com
Locally owned and operated, the Great Lakes Shipping
Co. opened its doors to Kalamazoo in June of 1974.
Offering the area’s first taste of slow-roasted prime rib,
choice aged steaks and a unique salad bar, Great Lakes
was an immediate and welcome success. That tradition
has continued with the addition of fresh seafood,
chicken, and pasta.
LoDo Company
153 W. Center Ave., Portage
(269) 327-6000 • www.lodocompany.com
The glamorous design provides the perfect setting for
drinking or dining. Although LoDo has built a reputation
for its nightlife, the restaurant’s food is worthy of a trip
in its own right. If you’re looking for great service and
creative, delicious food, LoDo is the place.
SHOPPING, DINING & NIGHTLIFE
London Grill
214 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 381-9212 • www.london-grill.com
The comfortable atmosphere and warm hospitality make
it a destination for locals and business travelers alike.
The menu at London Grill excites with traditional British
favorites and contemporary Indian fare. The grill offers
exciting appetizers, mouth-watering entrees, and ever-
changing chalkboard specials. Come in to meet friends,
new and old.
Martell’s
3501 Greenleaf Blvd., Kalamazoo
(269) 375-2105 • www.millenniumrestaurants.com
Located in the former Black Swan restaurant, Martell’s is
serving the Kalamazoo area a piece of fun with a hint of
Italian flair. Overlooking Parkview Hill’s beautiful Willow
Lake with its floor to ceiling windows, this eatery serves
as the perfect backdrop for any occasion from a first date
to a place to go and grab a glass of wine after work.
Martini’s Pizza
832 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 388-8883 • www.martinispizza.net
Located in Kalamazoo’s historic Vine neighborhood
near Chenery Auditorium, Martini’s serves sandwiches,
salads, pastas, entrees and (of course) pizzas. Open
Monday – Saturday for lunch and dinner with outdoor
patio seating available seasonally.
Mi Ranchito
3112 S. 9th St., Kalamazoo
(269) 375-5861 • www.miranchito.biz
At Mi Ranchito, you will experience a casual,
comfortable atmosphere found only in a friend’s familiar
home while enjoying authentic Mexican cuisine found
only in Mexico itself. Mi Ranchito is a family-owned
restaurant where every member takes distinctive pride
in bringing you delicious Mexican dishes.
Monaco Bay Piano Bar and Grill
300 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 384-6044 • www.monacobay.biz
Monaco Bay is the pinnacle of dueling piano bars
promising entertainment, food, and service that until
now could only be found in Las Vegas. Offering a menu
of variety including appetizers, entrees, sandwiches
and wraps. A great place to eat, enjoy a cocktail and be
entertained all in one setting!
Oakwood Bistro
3003 Oakland Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 344-5400 • www.oakwoodbistro.com
Choosing from a bold and diverse menu ranging
from traditional American fare to classic European
cuisine, you will experience the newest trends in
casual fine dining featuring sophisticated and eclectic
cuisine in a neighborhood atmosphere. Inspired daily
features are always fresh and exciting, ready to satisfy
the boldest of appetites.
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Old Burdick’s Bar & Grill
Downtown Kalamazoo in the
Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites
100 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 226-3192
& Holiday Inn West
2747 S. 11th St., Kalamazoo
(269) 372-1596
& The Icehouse by Old Burdick’s in Wings Stadium
3600 Vanrick Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 345-1125 • www.oldburdicks.com
A downtown Kalamazoo institution since 1991, there
are also Old Burdick’s in the Holiday Inn West and
the Icehouse at Wings Stadium. All three restaurant
locations feature the best sandwiches, burgers, salads
and entrees, as well as a great selection of cocktails,
wines and beers.
Olde Peninsula Brewpub and Restaurant
200 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 343-2739
Kalamazoo’s first brewpub opened to the public on St.
Patrick’s Day in 1996. The menu includes appetizers,
soups, salads, entrees, pasta, grilled pizza, calzones,
sandwiches, roll-ups and burgers. Offering the freshest
beer available brewed on-site in a 7-barrel brewhouse.
Rustica
236 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 492-0247 • www.rusticakzoo.com
Rustica specializes in rustic European cuisine using
local farmers and vendors whenever possible. With
an emphasis on fresh, sustainable and local products,
Rustica blends influences from France, Italy, Spain and
other European countries with regional Michigan fare.
The food at Rustica is simple, fresh and delicious.
Rykse’s Restaurant
5924 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 372-3838 • www.rykses.com
Founded in 1986, Rykse’s is a family owned and operated
business committed to serving the freshest foods daily.
The menu is derived from what they do best - baking their
own breads daily, creating mouth-watering desserts from
scratch and using only the finest ingredients.
Saffron Indian Cuisine
1710 W. Main, Kalamazoo
(269) 381-9898 • www.saffronkzoo.com
At Saffron, they delight in bringing your imaginations
alive with the sensuous aroma of fine Indian Cuisine.
The first thing you will notice when a dish is brought to
your table is the wonderful smells of slow cooked curry
and Indian spices filling the room with a fragrance that is
unmistakable and irresistible.
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Sakura 2
6749 S. Westnedge Ave., Portage
(269) 327-6666 • www.sakura2hibachi.com
Home of delicious hibachi food and superb sushi, Sakura
2 is a great place to meet with friends, enjoy a few drinks,
and some amazing food. With several hibachi tables, each
seating up to 10 people, your very own chef will prepare
your food right before you. Making for a delicious and
fun show, Sakura 2 has something for everyone!
Sushiya
242 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 342-7340 • www.sushiyausa.com
Home to world class sushi in Kalamazoo, Sushiya offers
dining in traditional eloquence. The place to go for late
night fun, great drink specials, a fun karaoke atmosphere
and great sushi available until 2:00 a.m.
The Union Cabaret & Grille
125 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 384-6756 • www.millenniumrestaurants.com
A partnership with Western Michigan University, The
Union is Kalamazoo’s only live entertainment venue that
features faculty, alumni and students of our local WMU.
But the music isn’t the only reason to visit The Union.
Gather with friends for a lively night on the town or over
a quiet lunch with colleagues. The Union is the perfect
spot, no matter the occasion!
Theo & Stacy’s Restaurant
234 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 388-5025
& 4311 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 388-3455
& 5225 Portage Rd., Portage
(269) 345-3000 • www.theoandstacys.com
The first restaurant to introduce Greek food to the
Kalamazoo area, Theo & Stacy’s features classic Greek
and American cuisine prepared fresh daily by Stacy and
her sisters, Tessie and Phyllis, at three locations in the
Kalamazoo area. Come enjoy their rich Greek heritage
of fine food and hospitality.
Wayside West
3406 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 375-1930 • www.waysidewest.com
Located near the WMU campus, Wayside West offers
entrees, burgers, sandwiches, appetizers, wraps, salads,
pizza and much more. With five full-service bars, live
music, a dance floor and over 40 televisions for all major
sports events, there is something for all to enjoy!
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Webster’s Prime Steakhouse

Located in the Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites
100 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 343-4444 • www.webstersrestaurant.com
The finest foods, wines and ambiance are at Webster’s,
the only Kalamazoo restaurant to win the AAA Four
Diamond and Wine Spectator Awards. For dinner
with friends, business meetings, corporate events,
or private social functions, Webster’s offers over 200
wines and delicious seasonal menus in an upscale,
tasteful environment. The Library Lounge specializes in
mixed drinks and musical entertainment in a romantic,
sophisticated urban setting.

Wild Bull Saloon & Steakpit

139 S. Edwards St., Kalamazoo
(269) 978-8451 • www.wildbull.biz
Providing the ultimate dinner and nightlife experience
with incredible food, nightly entertainment and dancing.
Come ride “El Guapo” – the mechanical bull!

The Wine Loft

161 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 343-9227 • www.thewineloftkalamazoo.com
Featuring a menu offering trays with small amounts of
meats, cheeses, soups and breads for patrons to nosh on
while enjoying their drinks, plus several entrée items for
larger appetites.

Zazios
Located in the Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites
100 W. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 384-2650 • www.zazios.com
Zazios Italian restaurant in Kalamazoo welcomes you with
garlic simmering in cast iron skillets. With a cork popping
from a chilled wine; with a martini shaken to lively music;
with the chef preparing pastas and specialties right before
your eyes; with a wink, a smile, a bouquet of color, and a
pinch of something you can’t put your finger on.

Zooroona Restaurant & Lounge

1710 W. Main St., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-4444 • www.zooroonarestaurant.com
Zooroona means “come visit us” in Arabic. Enjoy a
taste of authentic Middle Eastern cuisine sipping a
Courtesy of Zazio’s
Cardamom Tea, enjoying a fresh Arabic Desert Salad or
tasting some of the most vibrant dishes of Iraq, Syria,
Turkey and Lebanon.

Photo by Michael Buck, Courtesy of

Discover Kalamazoo

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Photo by Michael
Buck, Courtesy of
Discover Kalamazoo

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NIGHTLIFE
For updated listings of all of the nightlife entertainment happening in the Kalamazoo area, contact
Discover Kalamazoo at (800) 888-0509 or visit DiscoverKalamazoo.com.

411 Club Pappy’s Place ALTERNATIVE

Live music, blues Dancing & karaoke LIFESTYLE
(269) 276-9240 (269) 382-0540
Tradewinds Lounge
Bayview Gardens The Union Cabaret Dancing
Live music & Grille (269) 383-1814
(269) 731-4911 Live music
(269) 384-6756
Bell’s Eccentric Café CASINOS
Live music The Venue
(269) 382-2332 Live music, DJ
Firekeepers Casino
Battle Creek • (877) FKC-8777
(269) 345-1608
www.firekeeperscasino.com
London Grill
Live music Up and Under/
(269) 381-9212 Boomerang’s
Live music, dancing
Metro Diner & Nightclub (269) 373-1412
Dance club
(269) 276-9240 Wild Bull Saloon
& Steakpit
Monaco Bay Line dancing, live entertainment,
Live music & dueling pianos mechanical bull
(269) 384-6044 (269) 978-8451

Papa Pete’s Taverna Wayside West

Variety of entertainment Live music, dancing and games
(269) 388-2196 (269) 375-1930
Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo

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 For Something Fun to Do in Kalamazoo!
Car Shows • Expos • Dog Shows
Festivals • Collectible Shows • Family Events
Trade Shows • Flea & Farmers Market
Conferences • Banquets
Home to Over 100 Events Each Year

2900 Lake Street

For a complete schedule of events Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Please visit www.kalcounty.com/parks 269-383-8778

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WINERIES
Courtesy of Radisson
Plaza Hotel & Suites

Nationally known for vineyards and orchards, Southwest Michigan’s fertile land produces
some of the most consistently delicious wines in America. Stroll through the vineyards,
and sample award-winning wines and juices.

Kalamazoo is home to some of the largest breweries in the state of Michigan. Experience
specialty beers and eclectic entertainment or reminisce over a homemade root beer.

COOL KALAMAZOO
Bell’s Brewery was the first craft brewery in the
Bilbo’s Pizza in a Pan
eastern half of the United States (1985).
3307 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-5544 • www.bilbospizza.com
Come to Bilbo’s to enjoy a deep dish or thin crust pizza
along with six homemade brews and numerous other
BREWERIES beers on tap.

Bell’s Brewery Inc. Olde Peninsula Brewpub & Restaurant

355 E. Kalamazoo Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 382-2338 • www.bellsbeer.com
Kalamazoo County’s oldest microbrewery is popular
with visitors, offering distinctive beers such as the
popular Bell’s Amber Ale and Oberon. Stop by Bell’s
Eccentric Cafe for food, drinks and entertainment. Then
be sure to visit Bell’s General Store for souvenirs.
200 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 343-BREW
Housed in the historic Peninsula Building, Olde
Peninsula guests enjoy delicious casual dining, eight
house-crafted beers, and its own signature root beer.

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WINERIES
Lawton Ridge Winery
8456 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 372-9463 • www.lawtonridgewinery.com
Grapes are grown in the Lake Michigan Shore American
Viticultural Area located in the oldest grape region in the
state. Home to half of Michigan’s wine production, the
growing region dates its first vineyards back to 1867.
Peterson & Sons Winery
9375 E. P Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 626-9755 • www.naturalwine.net
Thought to be the only winery anywhere that washes
grapes prior to crushing and one of the very few
wineries in the world to make wine without chemicals or
preservatives. Winery is open from 10 am to 6 pm Monday,
Friday and Saturday and from noon to 6 pm on Sunday.
St. Julian Winery
716 S. Kalamazoo St. (M-40, north of I-94), Paw Paw
(269) 657-5568 • (800) 732-6002 • www.stjulian.com
Tours and tastings available. Admission is free. Winery
hours are 9 am to 6 pm Monday through Saturday; noon
to 6 pm Sunday. Apollo’s Banquet Facility at the winery
seats 125 and catering is available.
ORCHARDS AND FARM MARKETS
Michigan’s fruit growing history is as old as the state itself. From blueberries to apples, Southwest
Michigan produces some of the highest quality fruit on the planet. Stroll through the orchards, pick your
own fruit, and enjoy a picnic and hayride.
Kalamazoo County was the Celery Capital of the World in the early decades of last century. Celery
touted as “fresh as dew from Kalamazoo” was shipped throughout the United States. Kalamazoo
County is now known as the bedding plant capital of the United States.
Centre Street Market
732 E. Centre, Portage
(269) 327-8144 • www.centrestreetmarket.com
Open Monday – Saturday 9 am – 6 pm. Open seasonally
beginning in June.
Husted’s Market
9191 W. Main St., Kalamazoo
(269) 372-1237 • www.hustedfarmmarket.com
Open daily from June 1 – October 31, 9 am – 7 pm;
November 1 – Thanksgiving, 9 am – 5 pm.
Hundred Mile Market
Corner of Burdick and Cedar, Kalamazoo
Open Wednesdays, June – October, from 4 – 8 pm.
BREWERIES & WINERIES
Tempo Vino Winery of Kalamazoo
260 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 342-WINE • www.vintnerscellar.com
Stop in and sample wines at the tasting bar and learn
how you can make your own customized wine. Featuring
“I’ve Got a Gal in Kalamazoo” House Wines and the ever
popular Black Currant Merlot. Personalized labels, wine
accessories, and gift certificates available. Winery hours
are Monday through Wednesday from 11 am to 6 pm,
Thursday through Saturday from 11 am to 8 pm.
Closed on Sunday.
Courtesy of Discover
Kalamazoo
Warner Vineyard
706 S. Kalamazoo St., Paw Paw
(269) 657-3165 • (800) 756-5367
www.warnerwines.com
Tour the wine cellar and enjoy sampling
the wines and juices.
Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market
1204 Bank St., Kalamazoo
(269) 337-8899
The mission of our market is to enhance the quality of
life in the community by offering a wide-variety of fresh
fruit and produce from farmers, growers and artisans.
Serving the Kalamazoo area since 1913! Open Saturdays
in May and November (Tuesdays, Thursdays, and
Saturdays in June through October) from 7 am – 2 pm.
Richland Farmers’ Market
9400 E. CD Ave., Richland
(269) 629-9430 • www.richlandareacc.org
Open Wednesdays, June – October, from 4 – 8 pm.
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& PARKS

Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo

Outdoor activities are plentiful in Kalamazoo, no matter what time of year. Fish, swim,
water ski, sail or boat in one of Kalamazoo County’s 83 lakes with public access or visit the
sandy shores of Lake Michigan—just a 45-minute drive or three-hour bike ride away on
the Kal-Haven Trail. Around every corner in Kalamazoo, there is a park or trail with areas
for picnics, biking, hiking or horseback riding. When snow begins falling, Kalamazoo
becomes a winter wonderland. People flock to the local ski resorts and toboggan runs or
head to the trails for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing. There are six sheets of ice
in Kalamazoo along with several skating ponds. The ski resorts offer beginner hills and
challenging slopes for skiers and snowboarders.

F O U R S E A S O N R E C R E AT I O N
Fort Custer Recreation Area
5163 Fort Custer Dr., Augusta
(269) 731-4200 • www.michigan.gov/dnr
Areas for biking, swimming, fishing, hiking, cross-
country skiing, hunting, horseback riding and camping.
Kalamazoo River
(269) 383-8778
This 135-mile river has 27 riverfront developments,
parks and access sites, offering opportunities for
fishing, canoeing, boating and other aquatic sports.
For canoeing or trail information, call the Kalamazoo
County Parks office.
Kalamazoo River Valley Trailway
(269) 337-8191
www.kalamazoorivervalleytrailway.com
The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail opened in 2008
as Kalamazoo County’s newest county park. When
complete the trail will encompass 35 miles of non-
motorized, paved surface from Battle Creek through
Kalamazoo County. The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail
is free to all users, providing everyone with great
recreational opportunities, alternative transportation and
access to invigorating green space.

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Kal-Haven Trail
Kalamazoo to South Haven
(269) 637-2788 • www.kalhaventrail.org
The former Kalamazoo and South Haven Railroad
track bed has been converted to a biking/hiking/
snowmobile/cross-country skiing trail, running 33.5
miles from Kalamazoo’s west side to the Lake Michigan
shoreline city of South Haven.
Mayors’ Riverfront Park
251 Mills St., Kalamazoo • (269) 337-8191
Community park equipped with a baseball diamond,
football/soccer field, playground, as well as a canoe
launch and fish dock.
Yankee Springs Recreation Area
Barry County • (269) 795-9081
This expansive, rural recreation area north of Kalamazoo
features nine lakes including Gun Lake offering hiking,
swimming and boating opportunities, as well as a 200-site
modern family campground. Open spring through fall.
Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo
AUTO RACING/RACE TRACKS
US 131 Motorsports Park
1249 12th St., Martin
(269) 672-7800 • www.us131motorsportspark.com
Galesburg Speedway
573 S. 38th St., Galesburg
(269) 665-4600 • www.galesburgspeedway.com
WINTER ACTIVITIES / SKIING
Bittersweet Ski Resort
600 River Rd., Otsego
(269) 694-2820 • www.skibittersweet.com
Twenty runs for all levels of skiers and snowboarders,
350-foot vertical drop, quad-chair lift and 100 percent
snowmaking.
Courtesy of
Timber Ridge
RECREATION & PARKS
BOATING
Lake Michigan to the west and Gull Lake to the east
offer crystal clear water and beaches.
FISHING
From sport fishing and trolling on the big lake to fly
fishing on a quiet stream, there are many beautiful
places to cast your line. There are numerous lakes
with public access in Kalamazoo County. Charter
fishing on Lake Michigan is offered in South Haven,
Saugatuck and other ports.
TENNIS
Kalamazoo County offers more than 100 public
outdoor tennis courts. Among the largest court
complexes are: Kalamazoo College’s Stowe Stadium,
the Sorensen Courts at Western Michigan University,
the courts in Kalamazoo’s Upjohn Park and those at
Kalamazoo Valley Community College.
Kalamazoo Speedway
7656 Ravine Rd., Kalamazoo
(269) 692-2423 • www.kalamazoospeedway.com
Courtesy of Kalamazoo Speedway
Echo Valley Winter Sports Park
8495 E. H Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 349-3291 • www.echovalleyfun.com
Want a winter thrill? Try Echo Valley’s 60 mph-toboggan
runs, a 400-ft. inner-tube sliding hill, 43,000- square-foot
outdoor skating rink, warming lodge and viewing deck.
Swiss Valley Ski Lodge
13421 Mann St., Jones
(269) 244-5635 • www.skiswissvalley.com
Eleven ski runs, two quad chairs, one triple chair, night
skiing and 100 percent snowmaking.
Timber Ridge Ski Area
07500 23 ½ St., Gobles
(269) 694-9442 • www.timberridgeski.com
Fifteen runs, naturally wooded terrain, a 250-foot
vertical-drop hill, four chair lifts, four tow ropes and 100
percent snowmaking, plus a snowboard terrain park.
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The Kal-Haven Trail, enjoyed by bicyclists
and snowmobilers, extends 33.5 miles from South
Haven, on the shores of Lake Michigan, to just
northwest of Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 381-1574 • www.naturecenter.org
Includes 11 miles of ungroomed cross-country trails
with maps available.

ICE SKATING
Celery Flats Historical Area
7335 Garden Ln., Portage
(269) 329-4522 • www.portagemi.gov
Two ice-skating ponds, open ice conditions,
weather permitting.
Lawson Ice Arena
Howard St. on WMU campus, Kalamazoo
(269) 387-3050 • www.wmich.edu/lawson
Indoor ice rink offers public skating and group lessons.
The Ice Rink at Millennium Park
280 Romence Rd., Portage • (269) 324-9200
State-of-the-art facility features a glassy skating surface,
warming house, restrooms and food concessions.
S2 Ice Arena
5076 Sports Dr., Oshtemo
(269) 488-5000 • www.arenamaps.com
Kalamazoo’s newest skating facility features spacious
locker rooms, sports bar & grill, pro shop, open skating
and drop-in hockey.
Wings Stadium
3600 Vanrick Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 345-1125 • www.wingsstadium.com
Three indoor regulation hockey rinks are available for
public use or private rental.
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING
Bishop’s Bog Preserve
Connects Schrier Park and West Lake Nature
Preserve, Portage • (269) 329-4522
Features 1-1/2-miles of wooded and wetland trails.
Kellogg Forest
7060 N. 42nd St., Augusta • (269) 731-4597
Skiing on 15 miles of ungroomed trails available free to
public from 8 am until dusk.
Schrier Park
850 W. Osterhout Rd., Portage • (269) 329-4522
56 acres of cross-country trails and rolling,
wooded terrain.
West Lake Nature Preserve
S. Westnedge Ave. at South Shore Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 329-4522
110 acre park trail overlooking West Lake.
CROSS COUNTRY SKIING/
SNOWSHOEING RENTALS
Gazelle Sports
214 S. Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo
(269) 342-5996 • www.gazellesports.com
Lee’s Sports & Sportswear
311 W. Kilgore Rd., Portage
(269) 381-7701 • www.leesadventuresports.com
SNOWMOBILING
Snowmobiling in Michigan requires a permit for
all public trails. Michigan Trail Permits are $25 and
can be purchased at many outdoor sporting goods
stores and snowmobile dealerships.
General Information for Southwest Michigan,
including trail conditions: Michigan Snowmobile
Association - (800) 246-0260
Local Conditions and Trail Maps: www.fishweb.
com/recreation/snowmobile/trails/trails1.html

Gourdneck State Game Area Staging Areas: Corner of M-40 & M-43. Kal-Haven
South of Portage Trail on 10th St., just west of US 131 with full
(269) 244-5928 access to all the trails off of the Kal-Haven Trails
(5” base required for this trail).

B WLING
Airway Lanes Continental Lanes Eastland Bowl Holiday Lanes
5626 Portage Rd., 3645 Vanrick Dr., 5570 Gull Rd., 2747 S. 11th St.,
Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Kalamazoo Kalamazoo
(269) 327-7061 (269) 343-2626 (269) 382-4077 (269) 375-6100
www.airway-lanes.com

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OTHER ACTIVITIES
Airway Lanes
5626 Portage Rd., Kalamazoo
(269) 327-7061
www.airway-lanes.com
Go karts, arcade, minigolf.
Bounceland
6255 Technology Ave.,
Kalamazoo • (269) 353-0940
www.bouncelandparty.com
Inflatable fun park.
Climb Kalamazoo
136 S. Kalamazoo Mall,
Kalamazoo • (269) 385-9891
www.climbkalamazoo.com
10,000 feet of indoor rock climbing.
Formula K Family Fun Park
54358 N. Main St., Mattawan
(269) 668-4070
www.formulakfamilyfunpark.com
Go karts, bumper boats, minigolf.
Jungle Joe’s
7255 Sprinkle Rd., Portage
(269) 324-1992
www.junglejoeffc.com
Inflatable fun park.
K-zoo Skate Zoo
1502 Ravine Rd., Kalamazoo
(269) 345-9550 • www.skatezoo.com
Skateboarding, inline skating & bikes
Lazer Land
8302 Portage Rd., Portage
(269) 324-8129
www.lazerland.20m.com
Lazer tag, minigolf, arcade.
Pirate’s Island
5053 Sports Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 544-1000
www.piratesisland.com
Waterpark
Putter’s Family Fun Center
7206 S. Westnedge Ave., Portage
(269) 323-0100
www.puttersfamilyfuncenter.com
Minigolf, batting cages, arcade.
Rollerworld
7491 Stadium Dr., Kalamazoo
(269) 375-4609
www.rollerworld.net
Roller skating
RECREATION & PARKS
DISC GOLF Kalamazoo County Parks
(269) 383-8778
Cold Brook County Park www.kalcounty.com/parks
14467 E. MN Ave., Climax Recreation and picnic opportunities
(269) 746-4270 abound in Kalamazoo County’s park
www.kalcounty.com system. Open April to late October.
Knollwood Park Cold Brook Park
Located off W. Michigan Ave., 14467 E. MN Ave., Climax
Kalamazoo • (269) 337-8191 (269) 746-4270
www.kalamazoocity.org
Markin Glen Park
Oshtemo Township Park 5333 N. Westnedge Ave.,
7275 W. Main St., Kalamazoo Kalamazoo
(269) 375-4260 (269) 381-7570
www.oshtemo.org
Prairie View Park
River Oaks County Park 899 E. U Ave., Vicksburg
9202 E. Michigan Ave., Galesburg (269) 649-4737
(269) 665-9608
www.kalcounty.com River Oaks Park
9050 E. Michigan Ave.,
Robert Morris Park Galesburg
8415 E. H Ave., Comstock (269) 665-9608
(269) 343-8212
www.comstockmi.com Scotts Mill Park
8451 S. 35th St., Scotts
Photo by Brian Sullivan (269) 626-9738
PARKS
City of Kalamazoo
Courtesy of Kalamazoo
(269) 337-8193 County Parks
www.kalamazoocity.org
Enjoy 64 public parks with year-
round family recreation, team sports,
picnicking, playground activities,
musical entertainment, walking,
fishing, swimming, boating and
cross-country skiing.
City of Portage
(269) 329-4522
www.portagemi.com
Enjoy 14 public parks with year-
round recreation, sports, picnicking,
playground activities, musical
entertainment, boating, walking,
canoeing, biking and skating.
Courtesy of Kalamazoo
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 RECREATION & PARKS

T R A I LWAY S B I K E R E N TA L S PUBLIC BEACHES

Fort Custer Recreation Area Alfred E. Bike City of Kalamazoo

5163 Fort Custer Dr., Augusta 320 E. Michigan Ave., Kalamazoo Woods Lake
(269) 731-4200 (269) 349-9423 • www.aebike.com 2900 Oakland Dr., Kalamazoo
www.michigangov/dnr (269) 337-8191
Parks and 20 miles of mountain
biking trails.
CAMPGROUNDS City of Portage
Ramona Park
Kal-Haven Trail
Oshtemo • (269) 674-8011 Cold Brook Park 8600 S. Sprinkle Rd., Portage
14467 E. MN Ave., Climax (269) 329-4522
www.kalvhaventrail.org
33.5 mile crushed slag and limestone (269) 746-4270
trail to South Haven. www.kalcounty.com/parks Cold Brook Park
14467 E. MN Ave., Climax
Fort Custer (269) 746-4270
Kalamazoo River
Recreation Area www.kalcounty.com/parks
Valley Trail 5163 Fort Custer Dr., Augusta
Kalamazoo • (269) 373-5073
kalamazoorivervalleytrailway.com
(269) 731-4200 Markin Glen Park
www.michigan.gov/dnr 5300 N. Westnedge Ave.,
5.7 miles (and growing) of
paved trail. Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo County Expo (269) 381-7570
McLinden Nature Trail Center & Fairground www.kalcounty.com/parks
Comstock • (269) 381-2360 2900 Lake St., Kalamazoo
www.comstockmi.com
(269) 383-8778 Prairie View Park
www.kalcounty.com/parks 899 E. U Ave., Kalamazoo
(269) 649-4737
Portage Bikeway Markin Glen Park www.kalcounty.com/parks
Portage • (269) 329-4522 5300 N. Westnedge, Kalamazoo
www.portagemi.gov (269) 381-7570
Paved shoulder bike lane on city
www.kalcounty.com/parks
streets (some off road). PUBLIC POOL
Oak Shores Resort
Portage Creek City of Kalamazoo KIK
Campground
Bicentennial Park Trail 13496 S. 28th St., Vicksburg
Pool-Family Aquatic Center
Portage • (269) 329-4522 1018 Walter St., Kalamazoo
(269) 649-4689
www.portagemi.gov (269) 337-8191
3.5 mile paved trail. Bicycle Shady Bend Park
surrey and canoe rentals. 15320 E. Augusta Dr., Augusta
(269) 731-4503
www.shadybendcampground.com

Courtesy of Kalamazoo
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 S P O RT S & GOLF
Photo by Mike Winter,
courtesy of Big League
Softball World Series

Kalamazoo is home to many sports teams and hosts prestigious events annually. Western
Michigan University competes at the NCAA Division I level and fields 15 varsity sports
participating in the Mid-American Conference and the Central Collegiate Hockey League.
Kalamazoo College is a member of the Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association and
offers 16 varsity sports competing at the NCAA Division III level. The Kalamazoo Kings
provide family-friendly baseball in the Frontier League, while the Kalamazoo Wings take
to the ice for professional hockey in the ECHL. Kalamazoo is a haven for golfers with more
than two dozen courses within an hour of downtown Kalamazoo. Regional soccer, national
tennis and world softball championships are contested in Kalamazoo each summer. Sports
are prevalent year-round in Kalamazoo!

P R O F E S S I O N A L S P O RT S
Kalamazoo Outlaws (Football)
(269) 501-2315 • www.kalamazoooutlaws.com
Members of the Great Lakes Football League with
games played between May and August.
COOL KALAMAZOO
Derek Jeter, shortstop and team captain for the
2009 World Series champion New York Yankees, was
a star player at Kalamazoo Central High School.

Kalamazoo Outrage (Soccer) Kalamazoo Wings (Hockey)

(269) 343-6945 • www.kalamazoooutrage.com (269) 345-1125 • www.wingsstadium.com
Men’s team participates in the Premier Development Members of the ECHL and affiliation with the
League, and women’s team competes in the W League. San Jose Sharks with 36 home games from October
Both leagues sanctioned by the United Soccer League. through March played at Wings Stadium.

Kalamazoo Kings (Baseball) West Michigan Mayhem (Football)

(269) 388-8326 • www.kalamazookings.com www.wmichiganmayhem.com
Enjoy Frontier League baseball and family-friendly Participating in the Women’s Football Alliance with
entertainment from late May to early September with games played between April and June.
48 home games played at Mayors’ Riverfront Park.

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 COOL KALAMAZOO
Kalamazoo has hosted the United States
Tennis Association Boys’ 18 & 16 National
Championships every year since 1943.
Kalamazoo has hosted a softball world series
each year since 1980. Kalamazoo County’s District
2 won the title game of the 2009 Big League
Softball World Series, marking the third time in
15 years they have been crowned champions.
COLLEGE SPORTS
Western Michigan University
(269) 387-8092 or 800-4-WMU-TIX
www.wmubroncos.com
Offering fifteen varsity sports competing in NCAA
Division I with membership in the Mid-American
Conference and Central Collegiate Hockey Association.
Kalamazoo College
(269) 337-7082 • www.kzoo.edu/sports
Offering sixteen varsity sports competing in NCAA
Division III with membership in the Michigan
Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
Kalamazoo Valley Community College
(269) 488-4395 • www.kvcc.edu/athletics
Offering seven varsity sports competing in the National
Junior College Athletic Association with membership in
the Michigan Community College Athletic Association.
CHAMPIONSHIP EVENTS
Big League Softball World Series
Vanderberg Park, Kalamazoo
(269) 345-3123 • www.softballworldseries.org
A division of Little League, the best girls (ages 14-18)
softball teams in the world converge on Kalamazoo for a
spirited week of fast pitch action each August.
United States Tennis Association
Boys’ 18 & 16 National Championships
Stowe Stadium, Kalamazoo College
Sorenson Courts, Western Michigan University
(269) 337-7343 • www.ustaboys.com
Held in Kalamazoo since 1943, the premier USTA
junior national championships draws the top 400 tennis
players in the nation to Kalamazoo each August for a
10-day event with champions crowned in singles and
doubles competitions.

GOLF COURSES
Angels Crossing
Vicksburg • (269) 649-2700
1
www.golfangelscrossing.com
Bedford Valley
Battle Creek • (269) 965-3385
2
www.gulllakeview.com
Crestview Golf Course
3 Kalamazoo • (269) 349-1111
Eastern Hills Golf Course
Kalamazoo • (269) 385-8175
4 www.lakedostergolf.com
www.kalamazoogolf.org
Grand Prairie Golf Course
Kalamazoo • (269) 388-4447
5
www.grandprairiegc.com
Gull Lake View
(East & West Courses)
6
Augusta • (269) 731-4149
www.gulllakeview.com
Heritage Glen Golf Club
7
Paw Paw • (269) 657-2552
www.heritageglengolf.com
Hickory Ridge Golf Course
Comstock • (269) 382-6212
8 16
www.golfhickoryridge.com
Indian Run Golf Club
Scotts • (269) 327-1327
9 17
www.irgolfclub.com
Island Hills Golf Club
Centreville • (269) 467-7261
10
www.islandhillsgolf.com
Lake Doster Golf Club
Plainwell • (269) 685-5308
11
Lynx Golf Course
Otsego • (888) 586-5969
12
www.lynxgolfcourse.com
Maple Hills Golf Course
13 Augusta • (269) 731-4430
Milham Park Golf Course
Kalamazoo • (269) 344-7639
14
www.kalamazoogolf.org
Olde Mill Golf Club
Schoolcraft • (269) 679-5625
15
www.oldemillgolfclub.com
Red Arrow Golf Course
Kalamazoo • (269) 345-8329
www.kalamazoogolf.org
Ridgeview Golf Course
Kalamazoo • (269) 375-8821
www.ridgeviewgolf.com
States Golf Club
18 Vicksburg • (269) 649-1931
Stonehedge
(North & South Courses)
19
Augusta • (269) 731-2300
www.gulllakeview.com
The Prairies Golf Club
Kalamazoo • (269) 343-3906
20
www.theprairies.com
Thornapple Creek
Golf Club
Kalamazoo • (269) 344-0040
21
www.thornapplecreek.com
Yarrow Golf and
Conference Resort
Augusta • (269) 731-2698
22
ww.yarrowgolf.com

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GOLF MAP

* Map is not to scale

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 A C C O M M ODATIONS
CENTRAL CITY
is Kalamazoo’s renovated, Art
Deco downtown district. Chic
restaurants, lively brewpubs,
shopping and a thriving arts and
theater scene are only steps away
from the AAA four-diamond
Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites.
KALAMAZOO WEST
features more than 1,200 full-
and select-service hotel rooms.
Miller Auditorium with its famous
Broadway shows, auto racing/
racetracks and three ski resorts
are nearby.
Courtesy of Radisson Plaza Hotel
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Courtesy of Henderson Castle
KALAMAZOO EAST
offers more than 1,000 full and
select-service hotel rooms near
the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek
International Airport. Wings
Stadium and the Kalamazoo
County Expo Center and
Fairground are right around the
corner, featuring sporting events,
arts & crafts shows, exhibits
and music events.
SPECIALTY PROPERTIES
These venues include scenic
conference and golf resorts to
charming bed & breakfast inns.
DiscoverKalamazoo.com
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 Property Telephone Website

Airport Inn (269) 345-8603

Baymont Inn & Suites (269) 372-7999 • (877) 229-6668 www.baymontinns.com
Best Western Hospitality Inn (269) 381-1900 • (800) 528-1234 www.bestwesternmichigan.com
Best Western Kalamazoo Suites (269) 350-5522 • (800) 780-7234 www.bestwesternkalamazoo.com
Candlewood Suites (269) 270-3203 • (877) 226-3539 www.candlewoodsuites.com
Clarion Hotel (269) 385-3922 • (800) 252-7466 www.kalamazooclarion.com
Comfort Inn Downtown (269) 384-2800 • (800) 228-5150 www.comfortinn.com
Comstock Motor Court (269) 349-4353
Country Inn & Suites (269) 382-2303 • (800) 596-2375 www.countryinns.com
Econo Lodge (269) 388-3551 • (877) 424-6423 www.econolodge.com
Fairfield Inn East (269) 344-8300 • (800) 228-2800 www.marriott.com
Fairfield Inn West (269) 353-6400 • (800) 228-2800 www.marriott.com
Forty Winks Motel (269) 382-5737
Gull Lake Inn (269) 731-4131 • (877) 485-5525 www.gulllakeinn.com
Gull Lake View Golf Club & Resort (269) 731-5013 • (800) 432-7971 www.gulllakeview.com
Hall House B&B (269) 343-2500 • (888) 761-2525 www.hallhouse.com
Hampton Inn & Suites (269) 372-1010 • (800) 426-7866 www.hamptoninn.com
Hampton Inn East (269) 344-7774 • (800) 426-7866 www.hamptoninn.com
Henderson Castle B&B (269) 344-1827 www.hendersoncastle.com
Holiday Inn Express & Suites (269) 373-0770 • (888) 465-4329 www.hiexpress.com
Holiday Inn West (269) 375-6000 • (800) 465-4329 www.holidayinnkz.com
Holiday Motel (269) 345-3431
Kalamazoo House B&B (269) 382-0880 • (866) 310-0880 www.thekalamazoohouse.com
Kalamazoo Inn Motel (269) 343-6101
Knights Inn (269) 381-5000 • (800) 843-5644 www.knightsinn.com
Motel 6 (269) 344-9255 • (800) 466-8356 www.motel6.com
Quality Inn (269) 381-7000 • (877) 424-6423 www.qualityinn.com
Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites (269) 343-3333 • (800) 395-7046 www.radissonkz.com
Red Roof Inn East (269) 382-6350 • (800) 733-7663 www.redroof.com
Red Roof Inn West (269) 375-7400 • (800) 733-7663 www.redroof.com
Residence Inn by Marriott (269) 349-0855 • (800) 331-3131 www.residenceinnkalamazoo.com
Staybridge Suites (269) 372-8000 • (888) 299-2208 www.staybridge.com/kalamazoo
Stuart Avenue Inn (269) 342-0230 • (800) 461-0621 www.stuartavenueinn.com
Super 8 (269) 345-0146 • (800) 800-8000 www.super8.com
TownePlace Suites by Marriott (269) 353-1500 • (800) 257-3000 www.marriott.com/azots
Value Place (269) 372-6300 • (800) 825-8375 www.valueplace.com
Yarrow Golf & Conference Resort (269) 731-2090 • (800) 563-4397 www.yarrowgolf.com

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 ACCOMMODATIONS

Address City Rooms Airport Breakfast Fitness Swimming Restaurant

Shuttle Included Center Pool

2333 Helen St. Portage 47

2203 S. 11th St. Kalamazoo 87
3640 E. Cork St. Kalamazoo 124
2575 S. 11th St. Kalamazoo 64
3443 Retail Place Dr. Kalamazoo 95
3600 E. Cork St. Kalamazoo 149
739 W. Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo 60
6302 King Hwy. Comstock 11
1912 E. Kilgore Rd. Kalamazoo 79
3750 Easy St. Kalamazoo 113
3800 E. Cork St. Kalamazoo 115
6420 Cracker Barrel Dr. Kalamazoo 62
2605 Douglas Ave. Kalamazoo 12
12500 M-89 Richland 36
7417 N. 38th St. Augusta 64
106 Thompson St. Kalamazoo 5
5059 S. 9th St. Kalamazoo 78
1550 E. Kilgore Rd. Kalamazoo 64
100 Monroe St. Kalamazoo 6
3630 E. Cork St. Kalamazoo 64
2747 S. 11th St. Kalamazoo 182
5540 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo 18
447 W. South St. Kalamazoo 10
1900 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo 32
1211 S. Westnedge Ave. Kalamazoo 58
3704 Vanrick Dr. Kalamazoo 104
3820 S. Sprinkle Rd. Kalamazoo 52
100 W. Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo 341
3701 E. Cork St. Kalamazoo 79
5425 W. Michigan Ave. Kalamazoo 108
1500 E. Kilgore Rd. Kalamazoo 83
2001 Seneca Ln. Kalamazoo 95
229 Stuart Ave. Kalamazoo 9
618 Maple Hill Dr. Kalamazoo 62
5683 S. 9th St. Kalamazoo 80
1653 S. 11th St. Kalamazoo 121
10499 N. 48th St. Augusta 45

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 Downtown Kalamazoo
invites you to
LOOK CLOSER at
all it has to offer.
For a complete
guide to dining,
entertainment,
shopping and information, visit
www.downtownkalamazoo.org

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 TRANSPO RTAT I O N
Conveniently located at the crossroads of I-94 and US 131.

DRIVING TIMES BY AUTOMOBILE

South Haven – 45 min. South Bend – 1.5 hrs Toledo – 2.5 hrs Cleveland – 4 hrs
Grand Rapids – 50 min. Lansing – 1.5 hr Traverse City – 3 hrs Milwaukee – 4 hrs
Saugatuck – 1 hr Detroit – 2 hrs Indianapolis – 4 hrs Toronto – 6 hrs
Holland – 1 hr Chicago – 2.5 hrs

DOWNTOWN KALAMAZOO CABS, CAR SERVICES & LIMOUSINES

PARKING RAMPS
Bigg Express
• Arcadia Commons (269) 552-5555
(enter off Eleanor Street or Kalamazoo Avenue)
•E
 pic Center Bronco Taxi Company
(enter off South or Lovell Streets) (269) 343-3000

•K
 alamazoo Mall Downtown Checker Cab/Yellow Cab
(enter off of Portage Road) (269) 345-0177
•R
 adisson Plaza Hotel & Suites
Dream Limousine
For more parking information, visit (269) 385-4420
DowntownKalamazoo.org
Touch of Class Limousine Service
(269) 349-4209
AIRPORT/AIRLINES
Yellow Cab
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek (269) 349-9300
International Airport
(269) 388-3668 • www.azoairport.com Car Rental
All jet service to major hub cities of Chicago,
Detroit and Minneapolis as well as Orlando and Alamo Rent-A-Car
Punta Gorda/Fort Myers, FL. (269) 382-2820

Airlines serving Kalamazoo/Battle Creek Avis Rent-A-Car

American Eagle (269) 381-0555
(800) 433-7300 • www.aa.com
Budget Rent-A-Car
Delta Airlines (269) 381-0617
(800) 221-1212 • www.delta.com
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Direct Air (269) 372-2815 (Stadium Drive)
(877) 432-3473 • www.visitdirectair.com
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
(269) 383-9900 (Portage)

Hertz Rent-A-Car
(269) 382-4903

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 TRANSPORTATION

BUS METRO TRANSIT

Inter-city bus service is from the downtown combined Kalamazoo, Portage and surrounding townships are
bus/train station at 459 N. Burdick. Chartered service served by Kalamazoo’s Metro Transit bus service.
also available. Buses stop at marked stops and shelters. Hours are
6 am to 10:15 pm, Monday – Saturday (schedule
Bus lines (and charters) serving Kalamazoo subject to change). No service on Sundays or major
holidays. Passes and tokens are available through
B & W Charters the Metro Transit office. Call (269) 337-8201 for
(269) 345-4222 information; (269) 337-8222 for free trip-planning
service and schedules. Metro Transit also operates
Greyhound Bus Lines Care-a-Van, a demand-response service for people
(269) 337-8201 with disabilities; call (269) 337-8220 for eligibility
information and scheduling.
Indian Trails Motorcoach
(269) 381-9000

RAILROADS
Amtrak offers daily trains from Kalamazoo to Chicago,
Detroit, Pontiac and Port Huron. Service is through
the Intermodal Transportation Center, 459 N. Burdick.
To reach the station, call (269) 344-1841. For Amtrak
information/reservations, call (800) 872-7245 or
visit their website at www.amtrak.com.

Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo

Courtesy of Discover Kalamazoo

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 Billiards, Darts, Texas
Hold - em, and Video games

“Any game, Any time, Any where”

- Over 40 tv’s showing all games
- Live entertainment
- DJ/Dance floor
- 5 full service bars
- Banquet and meeting friendly
for groups as large as 400 people
Open Daily for Lunch and Dinner
Monday thru Saturday 11am - 2 am
Sundays 12 pm - 2 am

3406 Stadium Dr. Kalamazoo. 269-375-1930

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 Kalamazoo County Parks
Bringing People &
Nature Together
A D V E RT I S E R INDEX
Air Zoo 2
Bay Pointe Lakefront Resort 35
Baymont Inn and Suites 13
Big League Softball World Series 13
Binder Park Zoo 7
Borgess Medical Center 35
Clarion / Holiday Inn Express 43
Country Inn and Suites 61
Downtown Kalamazoo, Inc. 58
Fetzer Center 34
Food Dance 34
Gilmore Car Museum 26
Good Hospitality Services 4
(Fairfield Inn West, Hampton Inn & Suites,
TownePlace Suites)
Grand Rapids CVB 21
Greater Kalamazoo Lodging Association 6
Greenleaf Hospitality Group Back Cover
(Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites, Holiday Inn West, et al)
Gull Lake Ministries 6
Irish American Club of Kalamazoo 12
Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport 61
Kalamazoo Black Arts Center 12
Kalamazoo County Expo Center 42
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Cold Brook
Markin Glen
Prairie View
River Oaks
Scotts Mill
Kalamazoo River Valley Trail
Camping • Picnics • Group Outings
Family Reunions • Swimming • Hiking
Disc Golf • Fishing • Boating • Sledding
Cross-Country Skiing • Special Events
www.kalcounty.com/parks
269-383-8778
Kalamazoo County Parks 62
Kalamazoo House Bed & Breakfast 58
Kalamazoo Nature Center 58
Kalamazoo Public Library 7
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 20
Kalamazoo Valley Museum 20
London Grill Restaurants 35
Michigan Festival of Sacred Music 12
Midwest Communications 26
Millennium Restaurant Group 40
Nature Connection 11
Park Trades Center 34
Portage Parks 13
Portage Public Schools 26
Quality Inn 55
Staybridge Suites 42
The Entertainment District 39
The Event Company 21
The Great Lakes Shipping Company 34
US 131 Motorsports Park 61
Wayside West 61
Wellspring / Cori Terry & Dancers 26
Western Michigan University 63
Yarrow Golf and Conference Center 12
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 WHAT’S BEHIND THE “W”?

A WorlD-clASS uNIvErSITy SErvINg A

WorlD-clASS commuNITy AND BEyoND.
Western Michigan University is Kalamazoo’s hometown resource,
bringing the community and its visitors all the benefits that can be
found only at one of the nation’s top public research universities.

• More than 230 acclaiMed acadeMic prograMs

serving 25,000 students.
www.wmich.edu/academics

• ncaa division 1a intercollegiate athletic prograMs

coMpeting in the Mid-aMerican conference and the
cENTrAl collEgIATE HockEy ASSocIATIoN.
www.wmubroncos.com

• Miller auditoriuM, the third largest theatre

in Michigan, showcasing perforMing arts that
range froM touring Broadway shows to opera
and stand-up coMedy.
www.millerauditorium.com

• internationally renowned fine arts prograMs

offering More than 1,200 perforMances and
ExHIBITIoNS ANNuAlly.
cfa.wmich.edu

Grab the reins.

wmich.edu • (269) 387-1000
Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites radissonkz.com
The Radisson Plaza Hotel & Suites is the premier facility for your meeting, conference, convention,
retreat or extended-stay guests. Featuring 341 guestrooms, highlighted by two of Michigan’s
most spectacular luxury suites, plus more than 44,000 square feet of meeting space, including
the 10,000 square foot Arcadia Ballroom and the newly renovated 10,000 square foot Kalamazoo
Room. Along with a dedicated convention services team, inspired culinary crew and exceptional
banquet staff, the Radisson boasts three on-site restaurants, a coffee shop, full-service spa/
salon, athletic club, swimming pool, high-end fashion outlet, and floral consulting services.
Centrally located between Chicago & Detroit, in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo and walking
distance from dozens of spectacular restaurants, theaters, and shopping venues; the Radisson
Plaza Hotel & Suites is the epitome of distinction.

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The Holiday Inn Kalamazoo West is the perfect venue for your weekend getaway, family vacation,
reception, reunion, team meeting or high-powered conference. With 182 guestrooms, featuring
the incredible Kid Suites with bunk beds for the little ones and a luxurious queen bed for mom
and dad, and two spacious hospitality suites. Enjoy Old Burdick’s Bar & Grill for delicious on-site
dining or coordinate a fabulous meal with our banquet staff. Nearly 5000 square feet of flexible
meeting space to fit your group needs. The Holidome® recreation area features a swimming
pool, hot tub, fitness center, game room and more. Whatever the occasion, the Holiday Inn
Kalamazoo West delivers the ultimate in quality accommodations and detailed service.