Kalamazoo Spring Break Camps and Classes – 2019
Spring Fun Without Leaving Home Get out those sunglasses, and bust out the short-sleeve t-shirts, Spring Break is around the corner. If your family is planning to stay local for Spring Break the first [...]
Dance Classes Around Kalamazoo
Twist and Shout with Dance One of my favorite memories of my kids as toddlers is how early they started dancing. On those little wobbly legs where they tumble time and time again, you [...]
60+ Date Night Ideas for Couples in Greater Kalamazoo
Fall in Love Again Date nights are like lunar eclipses - they don't happen nearly enough. However, when the stars align - the calendar is in synch, the babysitter is scheduled and you're [...]
Indoor Swim for Families in Greater Kalamazoo
Places to Swim Indoors with Kids Whether you're escaping the dreary weather or simply want to enjoy an afternoon of family swim time, it is possible to have a fun day at the pool year-round in Southwest [...]
Preschool Guide – Kalamazoo and Beyond – 2019
GREATER KALAMAZOO AREA PRESCHOOL GUIDE – 2019 Hello, Preschool! What an exciting time in a child's life - everything is so fresh and new for them. And as parents, we want to help build [...]
HUGE Winter Outdoor Fun Guide for Southwest Michigan
Let it Snow! Opportunities for Outdoor Fun this Winter Chilly weather signals the time to trade in our rakes for shovels and sweaters for puffy coats. Kids will enjoy that extra hot cup of [...]
Indoor Water Parks in Michigan
15 + Water Park Getaways Within Driving Distance of Kalamazoo Wet and wild fun is on the agenda when you visit an indoor water park. And, the weather won't spoil a planned trip at [...]
New Year’s Eve Family Fun in Kalamazoo
New Year’s Eve Family Fun Ready to ring in 2019 with the family? Whether you stay up until midnight or throw a Noon Year's-Eve style party, make it a memorable occasion with the family. [...]
40+ Things To Do During Winter Break Around Kalamazoo
Winter Break is Snow-Packed Full of FUN It doesn't get better than having time off to relax, enjoy time with family, and bask in one of the most enchanted seasons of the year, [...]
Santa Sightings in Southwest Michigan
This post is brought to you by AppleTree & Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool. Winter Explorers is a two-week winter break camp full of fun activities planned for your school-ager! Take field trips, [...]
Best Spots for Hot Chocolate in Greater Kalamazoo
Warm Up to Winter with a Hot Beverage As the weather turns colder and our noses turn pink, a cup of hot chocolate can warm you up like the coziest of blankets in front [...]
Holiday Lights + Christmas Card Displays Near Kalamazoo – 2018
This post is brought to you by Kalamazoo Candle Company Kalamazoo Candle Company helping to make spirits extra bright this holiday season with 100% soy candles, hand poured and crafted in Kalamazoo. Shop the [...]
25 Places to Play Indoors around Kalamazoo
Whether it's rain, snow or just too cold, when the weather outside is "frightful," visit one of these great kids indoor play places around the Kalamazoo area. We have compiled a list of some of [...]
Best Spots to Find your Christmas Tree in Southwest Michigan
Southwest Michigan Christmas Tree Farms I'll admit, our Christmas tree lives in a box in the basement year-round. This is not the case for many families however. Families have a wonderful tradition of trekking [...]
Family Holiday Shows and Performances Around Kalamazoo
Get in Tune with the Holidays The Nutcracker ballet is an annual tradition along the lines of making cookies for Santa and heading out to a tree farm to find the perfect Christmas tree. [...]
‘Tis The Season – Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies and Holiday Parades
Make it a Bright Start to the Holiday Season Bring on the holiday cheer and get into the spirit with tree lighting ceremonies and parades around Southwest Michigan. The holiday season is approaching and [...]
Kids Eat FREE or Cheap Around Kalamazoo
25 + Kids Eat Free or Cheap Restaurants Going out to dinner is fun, and it's even more fun when you can score special deals for kids meal. These are a great way to [...]
Parenting and Play Groups Around Kalamazoo
Finding Your Village Where do you find “mom friends?” As kids, we had soccer practices, story times, and recess to make friends. However, as adults, there is no easy equivalent to make those connections. [...]
Kalamazoo Trunk or Treats 2018
Trunk or Treat and More - Halloween Fun for Kids! Are the kids ready for Halloween? Our children are ready to hit the streets and go trick-or-treating well in advance of the big day. Why [...]
Ultimate Guide to Halloween Happenings for Kids Around Kalamazoo
This post is brought to you by AppleTree & Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool. Providing quality childcare and early education in a safe, nurturing environment. Visit your child anytime online using the [...]
Kalamazoo’s Guide to Birthday Cakes and Other Sweet Confections
Birthday Cakes Around Kalamazoo to Make a Birthday Wish Come True It brings a wave of joy to watch your child's face light up when they see their birthday cake doesn't it? While I [...]
Best Cider and Donut Spots in Southwest Michigan
Smell the Hint of Fall in the Air By that, we mean the taste of delicious donuts served hot straight from the fryer and sipping fresh-pressed cider at the farm. Are you excited that the crisp [...]
Apple Picking and Pumpkin Spots Around Southwest Michigan
Where to go for U-Pick Apples and Fall Fun Apple picking is so much more than gathering produce. Enjoying time outdoors in the midst of the crisp fall air and the beautiful colors is [...]
Amazing Corn Mazes (and Hay Rides) to Explore in Southwest Michigan
Corn Mazes to Get Lost in With Your Kids An Autumn family must do activity - navigating through the intricate corn mazes and taking the hayride through the farm fields. It’s that time again; [...]
Family-Friendly Fall Festivals in Southwest Michigan
It’s that time of year again: the leaves show signs of burnt umber and fiery orange, the air gets cooler and pumpkin spice appears in nearly every beverage at the coffee shop. As you [...]