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Kalamazoo Music

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 15:00:00 GMT

Listen to local Kalamazoo bands or upload your own music at http://www.hellokalamazoo.com/commons/music/

Do you think that violent video games cause violent behavior in kids?

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 17:58:23 GMT

What do you think?

Oakwood Bistro: Paris Left Bank right in Kalamazoo

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

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

New Vic Theatre Lives Up To Its Name With New Works

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

The New Vic Theatre in Kalamazoo provides theater-goers in southwest Michigan and northern Indiana a taste of new theater in an intimate setting.

O Duffy s Tavern: authentic Irish drink and atmosphere

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:54:27 GMT

O Duffy s Tavern, Kalamazoo s only real Irish pub, is just the place to enjoy some quality beers, laugh and share with friends and co-workers and perhaps have a light bite. Located in the Vine neighborhood, the pub is conveniently located.

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

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 17:54:32 GMT

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

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

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

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

Cosmo s Cucina: Great food, morning or night

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:54:35 GMT

Whether breakfast or dinner, Cosmo s Cucina delivers creatively prepared food in a historic building on the corner of Vine and Locust.

The Civic Theatre: Wowing audiences with great shows, prices

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:53:42 GMT

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

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

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 17:54:39 GMT

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

Kalamazoo Valley Museum mixes science with fun

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 17:54:40 GMT

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

Bronson Park: Colorful history, picturesque present

Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:54:41 GMT

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

Ukiyo-e Redux Graces KIA s New Joy Light Gallery of Asian Art

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT

Eastern tradition infuses contemporary print-making in Ukiyo-e Redux at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.

Familiar Surroundings Brings American Scene Prints to Kalamazoo

Mon, 27 Dec 2010 17:00:00 GMT

"American School" painters Edward Hopper, John Marin, Martin Lewis, Reginald Marsh and others are on view in Familiar Surroundings at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts.

Third season at Farmers Alley Theatre really sings

Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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

Civic Theatre s new season includes world premiere

Wed, 09 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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

Civic Theatre summer programs delight budding thespians

Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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

KIA summer programs combine art and fun

Sun, 30 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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

Historic Chenery Auditorium: Delivering big acts in a plush setting

Thu, 20 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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

Heritage Guitars continue a Kalamazoo tradition

Mon, 17 May 2010 16:00:00 GMT

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