Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet planes, Ferris wheels or fireworks. New to the event? Then here are some tips. The schedule Field of Flight lasts from July 3-7 and each day has different flavors. If you want the air show and fireworks, go…
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It’s not exactly Jurassic Park, but there are a lot of reptiles with large teeth at Critchlow’s Alligator Sanctuary. Critchlow’s takes in alligators and other reptiles that have nowhere else to go. Sometimes people realize they can’t take care of hundreds of pounds of gator as a pet and sometimes…
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It’s hard to narrow down the cutest of the animals at Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek, but here we give it a try: ALDABRA GIANT TORTOISE The oldest zoo resident is Al, the Aldabra giant tortoise. He’s been at the zoo since 1984 and they estimate his age to be around 80. They aren’t kidding around…
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Cross-country skiing It’s smooth sailing at Brooks Nature Center in Marshall, where flat trails take you through prairie and woodland by Stuart Lake. It’s recommended for skiing and snow shoes. Word of advice: GPS isn’t always accurate for finding Brooks, so make sure it takes you to the…
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The weather may be 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. They…
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When you first open the doors to Plumeria Botanical Boutique, prepare to be greeted by vibrant blossoms, lush greenery, and a delicate floral scent that brings a feeling of peace and joy to guests. Plumeria is a premier florist that takes root in the Urbandale neighborhood of Battle Creek. Owner…
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Dogs, this article is for you (and until dog Uber is invented, bring your humans, too). Visit the Paw-tio Humans like to walk with dogs along the river in downtown Battle Creek, but make sure they stop at the nearby Griffin Grill & Pub. Dogs are allowed on the Paw-tio, where tables are set…
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Step into the new Horrocks Farm Market and the options seem limitless. Do you start with the rows of produce or go straight to mountains of candy? Do you head to the back to get a beer or wine to sip while you shop? Or do you grab lunch and sit at the bar? Horrocks has been a Battle Creek…
Read MoreLook 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 MoreIf you’re looking for something special on Valentine’s Day, may we suggest something sweet? Calhoun County has everything from bean-to-bar chocolate to unique dessert menus. Chocolate Horrocks | Battle Creek Check out the candy case for fudge and fancy confections that make great gifts…
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