Look around downtown Marshall, and you’ll see a lot: books, doughnuts, antique chandeliers, toys, artwork and wine. What you won’t see is big box stores or fast-food restaurants. Each small business is thoughtfully curated, ideal for an afternoon spent looking for treasures. Here are some…
Read MoreThere are 1,300 licensed campgrounds in Michigan, and they’re going to be everything from small RV villages with pools and stores, to places where you have to squeeze a small trailer between two trees. The Battle Creek RV & Camping Show has a camper for every situation. Sponsored by the Michigan…
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As the sun sets earlier and nights become darker, there’s more opportunity to see the stars at night. Dress up in layers, throw some foot warmers in your boots and enjoy the stars at one of these parks: Whitehouse Nature Center in Albion Albion College runs this natural area, using it as a…
Read MoreFrom carriage rides to giant Christmas trees, Calhoun County is ready to get you into the holiday spirit. LIGHTS Downtown Battle Creek is festooned with decorations for the Festival of Lights. Check out classics, such as the 12 Days of Christmas along the Battle Creek River. Or visit Mill Race…
Read MoreSkip supply-chain headaches by shopping close to home. Downtown Battle Creek is constantly growing, with unique items and experiences that make great gifts. Here are some recommendations: Bread & Basket We’re all in need of a little soothing. Bread & Basket has self-care gift boxes, with items…
Read MoreThe small town of Marshall leans into spooky fun this October. Here are some suggestions for a Halloween adventure: American Museum of Magic The museum has a number of events this month, but the spookiest tickets will be for the haunting history tours. Explore the museum by candlelight, while…
Read MoreThe dinosaurs have arrived at Binder Park Zoo. You have a chance to see them until Oct. 24 – the zoo is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day. Follow the trails to discover a T-rex or a parasaurolophus. Take a picture with the three allosaurus – like the dinosaurs Chris Pratt trains in “Jurassic…
Read MoreFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Binder Park Zoo Contact: Leslie Walsh Manager of Marketing & Development Email: lwalsh@binderparkzoo.org 269-441-9012 www.binderparkzoo.org September 20, 2021, Battle Creek, MI: The much-anticipated Zoorassic Park will open to the public this Thursday, September…
Read MoreRyan Seiler’s feet are on the ground, but his head is in the clouds -- he has to be, as the air boss of the Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival. He’s the eyes and ears for around a dozen acts, as performers swoop, zoom, fall and set off fireworks. “I’ll plan the show, set the line…
Read MoreBattle Creek’s Field of Flight Air Show and Balloon Festival starts only one week from today! We have put together a guide for the entire festival to make it easier to know what days you may want to go. Community Kick-Off Day & Kids Day – June 30 The festival opens its gates on June 30 with the…
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