Apr 17 Wednesday
How Parchment Changed – Part 3 of Our Town: Parchment’s Early History presented by local historian Cheryl Lyon-Jenness.
This three-part program explores Parchment’s early history including the role of Jacob Kindleberger in the development of the Kalamazoo Vegetable Parchment Company, the growth of Parchment as a “model community for the world,” and the changes in the city as the paper industry evolved in the 1950s and 1960s. Each program will include a talk about Parchment’s early history, an opportunity to browse through archival materials from the Local History Room, and refreshments from Parchment’s past.
Advance registration is requested to make sure we have enough chairs and refreshments. Register by calling the library or online at www.parchmentlibrary.org.
Apr 18 Thursday
Join us for an unforgettable culinary experience at Round Barn Brewery & Public House's April Beer Dinner! Indulge in a carefully crafted four-course menu expertly paired with our signature brews, curated to tantalize your taste buds and elevate your dining experience.
Dinner starts at 6:30 pm, but please join us before to enjoy a pre-dinner craft beer or cocktail.
Ticket Cost• Mug Club & Vineyard Premier | $55• Non-Member | $60
Apr 19 Friday
Kalamazoo Conservation District is holding their annual Tree Seedling Sale on Friday April 19 (9am-6pm) and Saturday April 20 ((am-1pm). We will have native tree and shrub seedlings for sale.
Apr 20 Saturday
Pears Mill, an 1857 water-powered mill in Buchanan, Michigan’s downtown National Register Historic District, is open 9am to 1 pm each Saturday this summer. The mill is adjacent to the Buchanan Farmers’ Market, which is in operation during the same hours. There is no charge.
Kalamazoo Conservation District is holding their annual Tree Seedling Sale on Friday April 19 (9am-6pm) and Saturday April 20 (9am-1pm). We will have native tree and shrub seedlings for sale.
Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World Live in this roar-some interactive show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across uncharted territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably life-like) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favorite flesh-eating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, a Giraffatitan, a Microraptor and a Segnosaurus! A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend.
Apr 21 Sunday
Join us for an enchanting afternoon at the 2024 "Spring Gala" celebrating Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, presented by Western Michigan University Asian Initiatives and the Haenicke Institute for Global Education. This vibrant event features performances by the Kalamazoo Ringers handbell ensemble, the Kalamazoo Male Chorus, and the dynamic Michigan Hiryu Daiko drummers. Be captivated by an award-winning Peking Opera actress and enjoy an array of local dance groups.The Gala also showcases talented students from WMU and Kalamazoo Public Schools, promising an afternoon filled with cultural richness and artistic flair. Don't miss this spectacular celebration of Asian heritage and community spirit!Last year's event sold out, so be sure to get tickets today!
Apr 22 Monday
The Birds Along My RiverPaddling With An Action Camera To Grow What We Know
Kayaking has become very popular, with several paddling groups taking advantage of the many opportunities on Southwest Michigan rivers. Combining this paddling popularity with the recent GoPro-like digital camera technology allowed for collecting data on the bird activity along these river corridors. Using experiences from recent kayak-based surveys of the St. Joseph, Dowagiac, and Kalamazoo Rivers, Dr. McLaughlin, Executive Director of the Kalamazoo River Watershed Council, will discuss how GPS-enabled action camera video and audio collected during paddle trips can help inform and tell others about birds that are present in Michigan’s riverine habitats. Please join us!Monday, April 22, 2024People’s Church, 758 North 10th Street, KalamazooThe program begins at 7:30 PM, refreshments at 7:00 PM.kalamazooaudubon.org
Apr 24 Wednesday
Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones April Program is a talk by Mitch Lettow, Stewardship Director, Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy. More details at https://kalamazoo.wildones.org/april-2024-program/.