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
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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 [...]
Gymnastics Classes for Kids Around Kalamazoo
Gymnastics and Tumbling Around Kalamazoo Summersaulting off the furniture, balance walking along the curb, or making a bee-line for the monkey bars at the park - kids love to tumble. Gymnastics can be a fun [...]
Kalamazoo Party Planner – For Birthdays, Baby Showers and Other Celebrations
Party Guide for Kalamazoo and Beyond Planning a birthday party can be quite a task. That’s why we are here to help. Whether you are looking for a place to host (and clean up) your [...]
Kalamazoo Area Homeschool Resource Guide
Homeschool - Full of Opportunities Homeschooling is on the rise. Whether you are a homeschooling veteran, just starting out, or contemplating homeschooling, the Kalamazoo area has an astounding array of support groups, classes, and [...]
Family-Friendly Outdoor Dining Around Kalamazoo
Al Fresco Dining Outdoor dining is one way to enjoy the beautiful weather that Michigan as to offer this time of year. There are many great family friendly restaurants in Kalamazoo, Portage and Southwest [...]
Best Family Beaches in Southwest Michigan
Nothing Says Michigan Summer Like a Trip to the Beach Michigan’s state nickname is the “Great Lake State” and for good reason. Michigan is the only state that touches four of the five great [...]
Summer Festivals and Fairs Around Kalamazoo
Summer Festivals and Fairs Around Kalamazoo Summer season for fairs and festivals is here in Southwest Michigan. There are some unique celebrations and activities just waiting for the family to join in on the [...]
4th of July Fireworks, Parades, and Events around Kalamazoo
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Family-Friendly Kayak and Canoe Options Around Kalamazoo
Let's Get Paddling With over 80 lakes and multiple rivers in Kalamazoo County alone, Southwest Michigan is the perfect place to spend some time out on the water. Do you love to kayak? Or have [...]
Ultimate Guide to FRUIT 2018 – Pick Your Own Fruit Farms and Farmers Markets in Southwest Michigan
This post is brought to you by DeGrandchamp Farms. Our family would like to invite your family to start your own blueberry picking tradition at our farm. We have been [...]
Bounce House Fun – Rental Options around Kalamazoo
'Tis the season - the season for outdoor play, parties and fun! The kids will be bouncing off the walls with an inflatable for a birthday party, neighborhood block party or simply an afternoon [...]
Kalamazoo Photographer’s Guide for Families, Including Southwest Michigan
Finding the Right Kalamazoo Photographer for Your Family Welcome to our spotlight on maternity, newborn, children, and family photographers serving the greater Kalamazoo area. From baby toes to first steps to missing teeth to first [...]
Let’s Go Camping! Great Spots to Take Kids Camping in Michigan – 2018
Camping in Michigan With Kids Summer is around the corner and you know what that means - campfires, s'mores and the great outdoors. These are some of the best things about taking a camping trip [...]
Vacation Bible School (VBS) Roundup for Kalamazoo – 2018
Where to Find VBS, Kalamazoo We've done the digging and found some amazing Vacation Bible Schools in and around Kalamazoo this summer. VBS programs typically last several days and include games, crafts, snacks, and [...]
Guide to Kalamazoo Music Lessons for Kids
Music to our Ears Has your child expressed an interest in playing the piano or do you find them cranking up the iPod to belt out a show tune? If you are thinking of [...]
Kalamazoo Spring Break Day by Day Planner
Day-by-Day Spring Break Staycation Fun Staying home for spring break? Good idea! Hearing the phrase, "I'm bored" - not so good! If your family is choosing to stay-cation this year, our guide offers some [...]
Kalamazoo Summer Camps Guide for 2018
Summer Camps in Kalamazoo and SW MI School might not be out for summer vacation yet, but it is not too early to begin planning your summer! When making summer plans, why not include some [...]
A Kalamazoo Spring Break Staycation Guide to Family Fun
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Kalamazoo Easter Egg Hunts
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