Looking for fun for everyone? “We have a little bit of everything for all age groups,” says Emily Lemar, manager of Astro Fun World. Walking into Astro Fun World feels a little like entering a space station in a movie. Fluorescent lights draw the eye to an arcade, full of games like pop-a-shot…
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Fun awaits at Kids ‘N’ Stuff Children’s Museum in Albion – and you might learn something, too. The latest exhibit is called Chill Out. Catch all the hygge vibes while letting kids release some energy. There’s an indoor skating rink that kids can slide around on socks. Throw snowballs, learn about…
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Horrocks & Co. goes into overdrive for the holiday season. They have everything to make your Christmas warm, sweet, and magical (plus, you can drink coffee or wine while shopping). GIFT BASKETS Not sure what to get that person who has everything or the family member with no hobbies? Horrocks…
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Holiday events have returned with a bang. There’s a fun experience for anyone who needs some festive cheer. PARADES Nov. 22: Battle Creek Christmas parade It’s your first chance to see Santa. Find a spot near the intersection of Michigan Avenue and McCamly Street – the parade starts rolling at…
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Santa is going to be popping up around the Battle Creek area. Here are times you can catch him. AT THE LIBRARY Visit Willard Library to take a picture with Santa Claus. Make sure you bring your Christmas list so Santa knows what you'd like for Christmas. While you are there, don't miss your…
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Once cooler weather rolls around, we all feel like hibernating at home. But winter has its own pleasures. Like the Danish have taught us, it’s a time to pursue hygge. That means hot drinks, nature, books, sweets, blankets and a fireplace. Gather your friends and loved ones for a cozy adventure in…
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Give gifts that were #madeinmichigan this holiday season. There is something for everyone in Calhoun County, from handmade chocolate to gift baskets. Stocking stuffers We have two Michigan-themed gift shops to highlight: start with the Battle Creek Welcome Center Store, and then head to Marshall…
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The leaves are changing colors in Calhoun County and now is the time to enjoy the pyrotechnics. Popular for a reason The Calhoun County Trailway goes through three different parks: Historic Bridge Park, Kimball Pines and Ott Biological Preserve. On a fall weekend, you’ll find Historic Bridge…
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Station 66 is the perfect break on your leaf-peeping drives. It’s located on M-66, where the country roads look the best in fall. This small country store is in a building that was once a gas station in the 1940s. It has kept the vintage charm, while selling products from Michigan farms. A…
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Now that the weather’s cooled off it’s the perfect time to go for a walk in the woods. Here are five places with easy trails for the entire family. BROOKS NATURE AREA You can find this nature area to the north of Stuart Lake, off of Stuart Lake Road in Marshall. Fields, wetlands and stands of…
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