June Events

June 1

Open Jam Session
8 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


June 2

Stroller Stroll
10 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Bring your little one (age 3 and under) to explore the wonders of nature in a safe, hands-on environment. Parents meet at the Interpretive Center Parking Lot by the Sundial. This event is free to KNC members. Non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Kevin Henry & Open Mic Night w/ The Travis Willey Experience
5 pm to 2 am at Shakespeare’s Pub, 241 E. Michigan Avenue

Open Mic Night
8 pm to 1:30 am at the Strutt

The Brothers Kalamazov
8 pm to 11 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.


June 3

Farmer's Market by People's Food Co-op
3 – 7pm at People’s Food Co-op Parking Lot (corner of Cedar and Burdick)

Wine Down Wednesdays
5 pm – 11 pm at Webster’s Lounge
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Wednesday Night Cruise-Ins
6 - 9 p.m. at the Gilmore Car Museum
Show off your "Pride & Joy," enjoy oldies music, snap a photo in front of the 1930s gas station and eat at the authentic 1941 "George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner!" Museum grounds are open, however exhibit buildings are closed. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Compendium
8 pm at Charlie Foster’s


June 4

Dionysos Greek Festival
11am – 1am at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
Enjoy greek food from Theo & Stacy’s as well as live entertainment reflecting Greek culture and heritage. Admission ranges from $5-$10. http://www.kalamazoogreekfest.com

Tom Duffield
5 – 7 pm at The Strutt
Don't miss Tom Duffield tickle the ivories at The Strutt.

Author Visit – David Hadju
5:30 pm at Kalamazoo Public Library
In The Ten-Cent Plague: The Great Comic-Book Scare and How It Changed America, David Hajdu vividly evokes the history of comics. Books for sale and for signing.

City of Kalamazoo Planning Commission
7 pm at City Hall, Commission Chambers
Come to the City of Kalamazoo Planning Commission Meeting and see what's happening in your city!

Lana Hawkins Trio
8 pm at the Wine Loft

Coyote Trio
8 pm at The Union

The Village Idiots
8:30 pm at Martini’s Pizza

Out of Favor Boys
8:30 pm at Club 411

Improv Comedy Night
9 pm at The Strutt

80’s Night
10 pm featuring a DJ at The Strutt


June 5

Gazelle Historic Walk
8 am start at Gazelle Sports, 241 S. Kalamazoo Mall
A walk around the East South/John Street area, learning about the architecture and history of the area. This event is free. For more information, call 269.342.5996.

Dionysos Greek Festival
11am – 1am at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
Enjoy greek food from Theo & Stacy’s as well as live entertainment reflecting Greek culture and heritage. Admission ranges from $5-$10. http://www.kalamazoogreekfest.com

Art on the Mall
Noon – 9 pm at the Kalamazoo Mall and South Street
Over 70 artists will sell original works of arts and fine crafts. Downtown merchants will join in the celebration by hosting a summer in the city sales event. This event is free.

Art Hop (Expanded)
5 pm – 9 pm at various businesses throughout Downtown Kalamazoo
This event is free and provides the opportunity for individuals to view a variety of artwork from local artists while also taking advantage of shopping specials and restaurants. For more information, call 269.344.0795.

Best Astronomy Images of 2009
7 pm at Kalamazoo Area Math & Science Center
Dr. Robert Nemiroff, co-editor of the popular Astronomy Picture of the Day web site, will show some of his favorite images thus far in 2009. This event is free.
http://www.kasonline.org/

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Southern Illinois Miners
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Celtic Duets
8 – 11 pm at London Grill, 214 E. Michigan Ave

Blue Moon Blues Band
9pm at The Union


June 6

City of Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market
7 am - 2pm at 1204 Bank St, between Lake St & Stockbridge Ave off of Portage Rd
Fresh Produce, Plants & Flowers, Baked Goods,Fresh Meats, & Hand Made Crafts.

Barn-anza!
10 am - 4 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Visit with the animals and enjoy a new activity each Saturday. Learn more about the animals in the barn and the crops growing in the Veggie Garden. Drop-in activity for ages 8 and under. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

58th Annual KIA Art Fair and Art on the Mall
10 am – 6 pm at Bronson Park, Kalamazoo Mall and South Street
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts presents the KIA Art Fair in downtown Bronson Park, now the second oldest continuously running art fair in the nation. Two hundred artists from across the country participate in the fair, which attracts more than 60,000 people every year. Artists will sell original works of arts and fine crafts. Downtown merchants will join in the celebration by hosting a summer in the city sales event. This event is free.

Do-Dah Parade
11 am in Downtown Kalamazoo
Join over 80 organizations and community individuals enjoying the absurd, the goofy, and the downright un-political nature of parody in the 25th Annual Do-Dah Parade! The parade runs from Lovell to Park, to Michigan, to Portage, to Lovell.

Dionysos Greek Festival
11am – 1am at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
Enjoy greek food from Theo & Stacy’s as well as live entertainment reflecting Greek culture and heritage. Admission ranges from $5-$10. http://www.kalamazoogreekfest.com

Creature Feature
Noon at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
See critters from the Kalamazoo Nature Center's exhibits up close! This is event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

AGA Summer Skate Park Series
5 - 9 pm at K-Zoo Skate Zoo
Featuring Skateboard Best Trick contest. Admission is $15. http://www.aganation.com

Low Dough Show at the Zoo
7 pm at Kalamazoo Speedway
Sponsored by the Kalamazoo Speedway Drivers. Admission is $5.
http://www.kalamazoospeedway.com

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Southern Illinois Miners
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Blue Moon Blues Band
9pm at The Union


June 7

Live Bluegrass Brunch
10 am – 2 pm at The Strutt

To Bee or Not to Bee!
2 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Take a closer look at insect life styles, find out about life in a honey bee hive and more! Outdoor trail walk with activities. Admission is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Sunday Concerts in the Park
4 pm at Bronson Park
Kalamazoo Singers, one of the area's premier choral organizations. Rain location - First Baptist Church. This event is free. http://www.KalamazooArts.com

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Southern Illinois Miners
4:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Live Jazz
9 pm – 2 am at The Strutt


June 8

Open Jam Session
8 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


June 9

Small Wonders: Hopping Frogs
9:30 -11:30 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Interactive nature stations are set up to encourage learning with your child, including time outdoors (weather permitting). No registration is required. Children must be under age 5 and accompanied by an adult. Cost is $2 per child in addition to regular KNC admission.
http://www.NatureCenter.org

Kevin Henry & Open Mic Night w/ The Travis Willey Experience
5 pm to 2 am at Shakespeare’s Pub, 241 E. Michigan Avenue

Job Seeking Tips & Tricks
6 pm to 8 pm at the Kalamazoo Public Library
Registration required for computer lab session. To register, call 269.553.7862.

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Lake Erie Crushers
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Open Mic Night
8 pm to 1:30 am at the Strutt

The Brothers Kalamazov
8 pm to 11 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.


June 10

Graduation Tea
12 pm in Stuart Manor at Celery Flats Historical Area
Celebrate your high school student's Graduation Day by attending this tea celebrating this important milestone in your teen's life. Plato's Closet will present a fashion show. Reservations are required. Cost is $16/adult, $10/youth ages 5-16. For details, call 269.329.4522.

Farmer's Market by People's Food Co-op
3 – 7pm at People’s Food Co-op Parking Lot (corner of Cedar and Burdick)

Mixer on the Mall
5 pm – 7:30 pm at the north end of the Kalamazoo Mall
A free after-work party that features up-and-coming musicians along with great beverages; and the opportunity to network and meet new people.

Wine Down Wednesdays
5 pm – 11 pm at Webster’s Lounge
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Wednesday Night Cruise-Ins
6 - 9 p.m. at the Gilmore Car Museum
Show off your "Pride & Joy," enjoy oldies music, snap a photo in front of the 1930s gas station and eat at the authentic 1941 "George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner!" Museum grounds are open, however exhibit buildings are closed. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Wild Wednesdays
7 - 8 pm at Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
Activities are planned for families with children three to six years old, and each week’s program covers a different topic. http://www.kbs.msu.edu/birdsanctuary

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Lake Erie Crushers
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Compendium
8 pm at Charlie Foster’s


June 11

Tom Duffield
5 – 7 pm at The Strutt
Don't miss Tom Duffield tickle the ivories at The Strutt.

Community Relations Board
5:30 pm at City Hall, Community Room
The Community Relations Board exists to increase constructive communication among the citizens of Kalamazoo across racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic lines and between citizens and public officials. This board advises the City Manager and City Commission on matters involving human rights and human relationships.

Gazelle Historic Walks
6:30 pm start at Gazelle Sports, 214 S. Kalamazoo Mall
A 90-minute walking tour covering the history and architecture of the churches around Bronson Park. This event is free.

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Lake Erie Crushers
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Lana Hawkins Trio
8 pm at the Wine Loft

Motown 6ix
8pm at The Union

The Village Idiots
8:30 pm at Martini’s Pizza

Out of Favor Boys
8:30 pm at Club 411

Improv Comedy Night
9 pm at The Strutt

80’s Night
10 pm featuring a DJ at The Strutt


June 12

Vicksburg Old Car Festival
6-10 pm in Downtown Vicksburg
Live entertainment, swap meet and flea market, Clark Park arts & craft show, library book sale, gas & steam engine show. Special events at the Vicksburg Historic Museum grounds. This event is free.

Kids Summer Kick-Off/Movie Night
7 pm at the Celery Flats Historical Area
School's out for summer! Entertainer Tammy Stone will perform at 7:15 pm in the Celery Flats Amphitheatre and the Illinois Juggling Institute will perform at 8:30 pm in the grassy area. Be sure to bring blankets to sit on and enjoy watching Madagascar 2 Escape to Africa as this year's outdoor movie beginning around 9:40 pm. Concessions are available for purchase. This event is free.

Farrell Ballet Theatre presents "Homage to the Sylph"
8 pm at Chenery Auditorium
An evening of ballet through the centuries, featuring guest artists from Grand Rapids Ballet. Admission is $15 for adults and $12 for students. http://www.farrellballettheatre.com

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
8 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Celtic Duets
8 – 11 pm at London Grill, 214 E. Michigan Ave

Motown 6ix
9pm at The Union


June 13

City of Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market
7 am - 2pm at 1204 Bank St, between Lake St & Stockbridge Ave off of Portage Rd
Fresh Produce, Plants & Flowers, Baked Goods,Fresh Meats, & Hand Made Crafts.

Vicksburg Old Car Festival
7 am - 4 pm in Downtown Vicksburg
Live entertainment, swap meet and flea market, Clark Park arts & craft show, library book sale, gas & steam engine show. Special events at the Vicksburg Historic Museum grounds. This event is free.

2nd Annual Vintage Motorcycle Ride
9 am - 5 pm at Gilmore Car Museum
Ride is open to all bikes built before 1989. Register at the musuem between 9-10 am for 70 mile ride. Lunch on your own at halfway point. http://www.GilmoreCarMusuem.org

Barn-anza!
10 am - 4 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Visit with the animals and enjoy a new activity each Saturday. Learn more about the animals in the barn and the crops growing in the Veggie Garden. Drop-in activity for ages 8 and under. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Kalamazoo Pride
2 pm – 11 pm at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
A festival to celebrate the diversity of greater Kalamazoo and to create a bridge of understanding between LGBT and non-LGBT people in Kalamazoo. Highlights include children’s activities, musical performances, a comedy act and drag show in the evening.

Cornstock Music & Arts Festival
Scotts Mill County Park
5th annual event of its kind to appreciate art and enjoy live music performed on-stage in an outdoor rural park setting. For details, call 269.626.8227.

Kalamazoo Speedway - Bus Mania
7 pm at Kalamazoo Speedway
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazoospeedway.com

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
8 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Motown 6ix
9pm at The Union


June 14

14th Annual "Vintage Motorcycle Show"
8 am - 4 pm at Gilmore Car Museum
Featuring hundreds of motorcycles 20 years old and older (open to all makes) and a huge swap meet. Spectators arriving on motorcycles park their rides in a special lot next to show field - making one gigantic bike show! Held Rain or Shine. Admission is $8.
http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Live Bluegrass Brunch
10 am – 2 pm at The Strutt

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
2 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Flight School
2 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
See our live birds of prey up close and learn what it takes to survive the first year of life as a hawk. Indoor presentation/Outdoor trail walk. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Sunday Concerts in the Park
4 pm at Bronson Park
The Mickeys, identical twins blend Americana, country and folk music. Rain location - First Baptist Church. This event is free. http://www.KalamazooArts.com

Crossroads Blues Band
6:30 pm at The Stage at Kindleberger Park in Parchment
Come hear the Crossroads Blues Band deliver rock and blues favorites with their own special flair. This event is free. http://www.kindleberger.org

Live Jazz
9 pm – 2 am at The Strutt


June 15

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Midwest Sliders
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Open Jam Session
8 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


June 16

Kevin Henry & Open Mic Night w/ The Travis Willey Experience
5 pm to 2 am at Shakespeare’s Pub, 241 E. Michigan Avenue

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Midwest Sliders
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Open Mic Night
8 pm to 1:30 am at the Strutt

The Brothers Kalamazov
8 pm to 11 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.


June 17

Farmer's Market by People's Food Co-op
3 – 7pm at People’s Food Co-op Parking Lot (corner of Cedar and Burdick)

Birding the Tallgrass Prairie
7:30 - 9 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Outdoor birding walk for adults. According to bird surveys done by Bruce Robertson, Postdoctoral Fellow at Michigan State University, this prairie is the single most diverse grassland site for birds of prairies surveyed in southwest Michigan. Meet at the Prairie Parking Area, less than 1 mile north of main entrance on N. Westnedge Ave. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Wednesday Morning at the Barn: Chicken or the Egg?
10-11:30 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Do some egg experiments, make an egg to take home, play games, and meet our bantam hen and rooster. Meet at the Barnyard. Indoor/outdoor, hands-on, and exploratory activities for children w/an adult. Cost is $2/child (in addition to regular admission).
http://www.NatureCenter.org

Mixer on the Mall
5 pm – 7:30 pm at the north end of the Kalamazoo Mall
A free after-work party that features up-and-coming musicians along with great beverages; and the opportunity to network and meet new people.

Wine Down Wednesdays
5 pm – 11 pm at Webster’s Lounge
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Wednesday Night Cruise-Ins
6 - 9 p.m. at the Gilmore Car Museum
Show off your "Pride & Joy," enjoy oldies music, snap a photo in front of the 1930s gas station and eat at the authentic 1941 "George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner!" Museum grounds are open, however exhibit buildings are closed. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Shout Sister Shout
7 pm at Kalamazoo Public Library
An old-time American Jazz concert featuring torch swing numbers alongside bluesy ballads. Admission is free.

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Midwest Sliders
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Compendium
8 pm at Charlie Foster’s


June 18

Island Fest 2009
11 am – 12:30 am at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
A festival celebrating the culture of the Caribbean region. Featuring food, art and music from local and regional vendors. Admission ranges from $5 to $8. http://www.islandfestkalamazoo.com

Tom Duffield
5 – 7 pm at The Strutt
Don't miss Tom Duffield tickle the ivories at The Strutt.

Teenfest-School's Out Celebration!
7 - 11 pm at Celery Flats Historical Area
All area teens ages 13 and up are invited to the School's Out Celebration! Activities include: Bouncer, Karaoke, Concession Sales, Scavenger Hunt, pose and pick your costume, props and background and have your picture taken with big Lyle's Green Screen Photos and more! Then at 9 pm put on your dancing shoes as DJ Orpheus spins your favorite dance tunes. Rain Location: Portage District Library 7-9 pm. This event is free.

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Florence Freedom
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For details and ticket information, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Lana Hawkins Trio
8 pm at the Wine Loft

Keith Hall Drum Camp
8pm at The Union

The Village Idiots
8:30 pm at Martini’s Pizza

Out of Favor Boys
8:30 pm at Club 411

Improv Comedy Night
9 pm at The Strutt

80’s Night
10 pm featuring a DJ at The Strutt


June 19

Gazelle Historic Walks
8 am start at Gazelle Sports, 214 S. Kalamazoo Mall
A 90-minute tour examining the history and architecture of the Arcadia Creek/Kalamazoo Avenue area. This event is free.

Island Fest 2009
11:30 am – 1:30 am at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
A festival celebrating the culture of the Caribbean region. Featuring food, art and music from local and regional vendors. Admission ranges from $5 to $8. http://www.islandfestkalamazoo.com

Murder Mystery Dinner - Father of the Year
5 - 9 pm at Henderson Castle
Prepare for an evening of intrigue, lies, and deception as you try to unravel all the clues and solve a case of murder. All this while enjoying dinner with friends, loved ones and...hey, why does that waiter have a gun? Cost is $65 per person; $120 per couple.
http://www.hendersoncastle.com

Kids' Klassic
6:30 pm at YMCA, Hudson Street
A family friendly 1K run for kids 12 and under. Parents run free. Strollers are welcome.
Cost is $3. For details, call 269.343.0747 ext. 225.

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Florence Freedom
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For details and ticket information, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

An evening with FFH
7:30 pm - 10:15 pm at Haven Church, 5350 Sprinkle Rd, Kalamazoo, MI
Dove award winning artist FFH will be in concert along with special guest Newfire. Doors open at 7:00 PM, post concert fireworks and ice cream is planned, weather permitting. Tickets are $5.00 in advance or $8.00 at the door. http://www.haven-church.org

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
8 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Keith Hall Drum Camp
8pm at The Union

Celtic Duets
8 – 11 pm at London Grill, 214 E. Michigan Ave


June 20

City of Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market
7 am - 2pm at 1204 Bank St, between Lake St & Stockbridge Ave off of Portage Rd
Fresh Produce, Plants & Flowers, Baked Goods,Fresh Meats, & Hand Made Crafts.

Kalamazoo Klassic
7:30 - 10 am at Maple Street
The best 10K run, 5K walk, and new this year - the 5K pump & run. For more information, visit http://www.kalamazooklassic.org.

Barn-anza!
10 am - 4 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Visit with the animals and enjoy a new activity each Saturday. Learn more about the animals in the barn and the crops growing in the Veggie Garden. Drop-in activity for ages 8 and under. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Island Fest 2009
11:30 am – 1:30 am at Arcadia Creek Festival Place
A festival celebrating the culture of the Caribbean region. Featuring food, art and music from local and regional vendors. Admission ranges from $5 to $8. http://www.islandfestkalamazoo.com

Author Visit – Bryan Gruley
2 pm at Kalamazoo Public Library
Former Kalamazoo Gazette reporter shares his first novel. Books for sale and signing. This event is free.

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Florence Freedom
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For details and ticket information, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
8 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Keith Hall Drum Camp
9 pm at The Union


June 21

Live Bluegrass Brunch
10 am – 2 pm at The Strutt

Fete de la Musique
12 - 10 pm throughout Downtown Kalamazoo
Musicians of all backgrounds and genres will take to the streets of downtown and share their gifts. The music performed by amateurs, students, and professionals - range from alternative rock and blues to interactive drum circles.
http://www.kalamazoofete.com

Father's Day Frog Fun
2 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Jump into the world of frogs by looking for tadpoles in the pond and learning the calls of common frogs. Outdoor trail walk with activities. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Mark Jackson Quartet
3 pm at The Union

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
2 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Sunday Concerts in the Park
4 pm at Bronson Park
Tri-Fi, Phenomenal musical chemistry in a classic jazz piano trio. Rain location - First Baptist Church. This event is free. http://www.KalamazooArts.com

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Lake Erie Crushers
4:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com.

Kalamazoo Concert Band
6:30 pm on The Stage at Kindlegerger Park in Parchment
Now in its 48th season, the Kalamazoo Concert Band is one of Michigan's best adult metropolitan bands. More than 100 area residents form the KCB, which will perform a broad selection of entertaining concert band music, old and new. This event is free.
http://www.kindleberger.org

Live Jazz
9 pm – 2 am at The Strutt


June 22

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Lake Erie Crushers
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Open Jam Session
8 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.

Steve Zegree Vocal Jazz Camp
8 pm at The Union

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


June 23

Kevin Henry & Open Mic Night w/ The Travis Willey Experience
5 pm to 2 am at Shakespeare’s Pub, 241 E. Michigan Avenue

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Lake Erie Crushers
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com.

Steve Zegree Vocal Jazz Camp
8 pm at The Union

Firefly Frolic
8:30-10 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Bring your family to learn more about fireflies through games and exploration. Bring a bug box (plastic peanut butter jars work great!) or borrow one of ours. Dress to be outside. Outdoor, exploratory program all ages. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Open Mic Night
8 pm to 1:30 am at the Strutt

The Brothers Kalamazov
8 pm to 11 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.


June 24

Wednesday Morning at the Barn: Wild Visitors
10-11:30 am at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Learn about wild visitors such as bats, bees, raccoons, and the occasional nesting barn swallow! Meet at the Barnyard. Indoor/outdoor, hands-on, and exploratory activities for children w/an adult. Cost is $2/participating child (in addition to regular admission).
http://www.NatureCenter.org

Farmer's Market by People's Food Co-op
3 – 7pm at People’s Food Co-op Parking Lot (corner of Cedar and Burdick)

Mixer on the Mall
5 pm – 7:30 pm at the north end of the Kalamazoo Mall
A free after-work party that features up-and-coming musicians along with great beverages; and the opportunity to network and meet new people.

Wine Down Wednesdays
5 pm – 11 pm at Webster’s Lounge
Enjoy live music and half off select glasses and bottles of wine in the Webster’s Lounge, located in the Radisson Plaza. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://www.webstersrestaurant.com

Wednesday Night Cruise-Ins
6 - 9 p.m. at the Gilmore Car Museum
Show off your "Pride & Joy," enjoy oldies music, snap a photo in front of the 1930s gas station and eat at the authentic 1941 "George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner!" Museum grounds are open, however exhibit buildings are closed. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Steve Zegree Vocal Jazz Camp
8 pm at The Union

Wild Wednesdays
7 - 8 pm at Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
Activities are planned for families with children three to six years old, and each week’s program covers a different topic. http://www.kbs.msu.edu/birdsanctuary

Compendium
8 pm at Charlie Foster’s


June 25

Tom Duffield
5 – 7 pm at The Strutt
Don't miss Tom Duffield tickle the ivories at The Strutt.

Gazelle Historic Walks
6:30 pm start at the corner of Short Road and Wheaton Avenue
A 90-minute walking tour examining the history and architecture of the Short Road/Long Road neighborhood. For details, call 269.342.5996.

Lana Hawkins Trio
8 pm at the Wine Loft

Steve Zegree Vocal Jazz Camp
8 pm at The Union

The Village Idiots
8:30 pm at Martini’s Pizza

Out of Favor Boys
8:30 pm at Club 411

Improv Comedy Night
9 pm at The Strutt

80’s Night
10 pm featuring a DJ at The Strutt


June 26

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
8 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

30th Annual "Kalamazoo Valley Antique Tractor, Engine & Machinery Show"
8 am - 5 pm at the Gilmore Car Museum
Feature Tractor is Massey-Harris and Furguson Tractors. See a Saw Mill, steam engines, daily tractor parade, kid's pedal tractor pull, antiques & crafts market, and more.
Admission is $8; children under 11 are free. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Celtic Duets
8 – 11 pm at London Grill, 214 E. Michigan Ave

WMU School of Music
9 pm at The Union


June 27

City of Kalamazoo Farmer’s Market
7 am - 2pm at 1204 Bank St, between Lake St & Stockbridge Ave off of Portage Rd
Fresh Produce, Plants & Flowers, Baked Goods,Fresh Meats, & Hand Made Crafts.

30th Annual "Kalamazoo Valley Antique Tractor, Engine & Machinery Show"
8 am - 5 pm at the Gilmore Car Museum
Feature Tractor is Massey-Harris and Furguson Tractors. See a Saw Mill, steam engines, daily tractor parade, kid's pedal tractor pull, antiques & crafts market, and more.
Admission is $8; children under 11 are free. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Classics in the Park
7 am - 2 pm at Alamo Township Park, 8326 West DE Avenue
Gates open at 7 am with registration ending at noon. Gate fee is donation for participants and spectators. Pancake breakfast from 7-10 am. Bake sale, ice cream social, concessions, DJ music, Antique tractor and motorcycle classes. http://classicsinthepark.synthasite.com/

Art in the Park at Milham Park
10 am - 5 pm at Milham Park
More than 200 Art & Craft Exhibitors come from all over the US to sell their great pieces of art and handmade crafts. The Kalamazoo Sheriff Reserves will do Child ID’s and face painting. Enjoy the annual duck race along the river beds and food concessions. For details, call 269.349.1185.

Barn-anza!
10 am - 4 pm at the Kalamazoo Nature Center
Visit with the animals and enjoy a new activity each Saturday. Learn more about the animals in the barn and the crops growing in the Veggie Garden. Drop-in activity for ages 8 and under. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Sanctuary Tour
10 - 11:30 am at the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
Enjoy a one mile guided walking tour of the sanctuary grounds, learning the history and birds and answering all of your questions. http://www.kbs.msu.edu/birdsanctuary

Super Science Saturday
11 am, 1 pm & 3 pm at the Air Zoo
What Makes an Airplane Fly?
http://www.airzoo.org

Kalamazoo Speedway - "Double Trouble" at the Zoo
7 pm at Kalamazoo Speedway
5 Classes - 10 Feature Races! For details visit http://www.kalamazoospeedway.com

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Washington Wild Things
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
8 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

WMU School of Music
9 pm at The Union


June 28

30th Annual "Kalamazoo Valley Antique Tractor, Engine & Machinery Show"
8 am - 5 pm at the Gilmore Car Museum
Feature Tractor is Massey-Harris and Furguson Tractors. See a Saw Mill, steam engines, daily tractor parade, kid's pedal tractor pull, antiques & crafts market, and more.
Admission is $8; children under 11 are free. http://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org

Live Bluegrass Brunch
10 am – 2 pm at The Strutt

Log Cabin Day
2-4 pm at Kalamazoo Nature Center DeLano Homestead
Don’t miss the chance to be a part of the 23rd annual Michigan Log Cabin Day! Visit the DeLanos’ log cabin to learn how to use tools for making chair legs, grinding corn, and moving rocks from the field. Play the games of pioneer children but only after your chores are finished! Blacksmiths will be hard at work, stop in for a chat. Outdoor, activities, all ages. http://www.NatureCenter.org

The Great American Trailer Park Musical
2 pm at Farmers Alley Theatre
The music and laughs never stop in this rollicking new musical. For more information, visit http://www.farmersalleytheatre.com

Sunday Concerts in the Park
4 pm at Bronson Park
Kalamazoo Concert Band, One of Michigan's oldest adult metropolitan bands. Rain location - First Baptist Church. http://www.KalamazooArts.com

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Washington Wild Things
4:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Live Jazz
9 pm – 2 am at The Strutt


June 29

Kalamazoo Kings vs. Washington Wild Things
7:05 pm at Mayor's Riverfront Park
For ticket information and details, visit http://www.kalamazookings.com

Open Jam Session
8 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.

Open Mic Night
10 pm at Harvey’s on the Mall


June 30

Boomers and Beyond: Bugs- the Good, the Bad, the Beautiful
11:30 am - 1 pm at Kalamazoo Nature Center
Interactive, outdoor, social program for adults 55+. This event is free to KNC members; non-members pay admission. http://www.NatureCenter.org

Kevin Henry & Open Mic Night w/ The Travis Willey Experience
5 pm to 2 am at Shakespeare’s Pub, 241 E. Michigan Avenue

Open Mic Night
8 pm to 1:30 am at the Strutt

The Brothers Kalamazov
8 pm to 11 pm at Martini’s Pizza, 832 S. Westnedge Ave.