Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet planes, drones, Ferris wheels or fireworks. It all happens around the Fourth of July. New to the event? Here are some tips. WHEN IS IT? The festival goes from July 2 to 6. If you want to see the Thunderbirds…
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Good drinks, spooky stories and creative experiences are all on the itinerary for Trolley Tours in Marshall. Buy a ticket and the trolley will take your tour group around the city with a guide. Adventures include: CULTURAL EXPERIENCE • JAN 21, 2023 from 1:30 – 6:30PM PLUS A SHOW! Tickets…
Read MoreThe small town of Marshall leans into spooky fun this October. Here are some suggestions for a Halloween adventure: Paranormal investigation It’s going to be scary fun for adults and kids at the Governor’s Mansion. The Great Lakes Ghost Hunters will assist in exploring this site that’s said…
Read MoreSweater weather is upon us. Don’t let winter come before you take in the autumn sights. Whether you’re coming into Battle Creek on M-89 or following Old US Highway 27 into Marshall, here are some stops for your fall color tour: Enjoy the fall colors If you can’t hear the crunch of leaves…
Read MoreThe weather may become blustery, but it’s a good excuse to get cozy. We recommend taking a cozy fall crawl in Calhoun County. Step one: Go to the farm Find fall decorations at Bosserd Family Farm in Marshall. All of the gourds, wreaths and pumpkins will give you that harvest season feeling…
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The kids were ready to play at Esham Family Farm. When owner Tina Esham opened the gate, they bounded into the yard, tumbling into each other and tugging on yoga mats. “They are called kids for a reason,” Tina said about the herd of young goats. Every yoga class is unique at Esham Farm (166…
Read MoreBattle Creek’s most striking building has a striking history to match. It began as a fancy health spa, went out of business when the stock market crashed, became a military hospital during World War II, and then was later turned into a federal building and named after three former patients who…
Read MoreWhile Cereal Fest on June 10 really kicks off summer here in Calhoun County, it’s only the beginning of the fun. Here are seven events you should put on your calendar: Marshall Blues Festival Maybe it’s because Marshall is halfway between the musical cities of Detroit and Chicago, but this…
Read MoreAre you wearing green today because it's St. Patrick's Day! If you are looking to celebrate, here are some great places to start. Are you wearing green today because it's St. Patrick's Day! If you are looking to celebrate, here are some great places to start. Irish Pubs McGonigle's Pub &…
Read MoreWhether you’re looking for an afternoon break or a fancy night out, these hot spots in Calhoun County will keep the romance alive this winter. Whether you’re looking for an afternoon break or a fancy night out, these hot spots in Calhoun County will keep the romance alive this winter. Sweet…
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