Aries Cocktails Maybe the only thing an Aries likes more than running a marathon is a nice cocktail hour. Get a view of fall foliage at the cocktail lounge on top of the DoubleTree Hotel. You can also learn to make your own cozy or spooky cocktails with New Holland Brewing Co. Taurus Horrocks &…
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Fall is the best time of year for a sweet-tooth. We’re not just talking about Halloween, but all of the traditional treats that come with the season. Here are some of the best in Calhoun County: Doughnuts at Station 66 Cider and a pumpkin doughnut go together perfectly. Get your fix at Station…
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With the change of seasons comes many fun events that celebrate the season. From the spooky to the musical, we’ve got five events to put on your fall calendar. CraneFest -October 10 & 11 One of the most beautiful things about fall is seeing all of the birds migrate. On October 10 & 11 you can see…
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Breathe in the crisp air of autumn while biking on one of the area’s nature trails. Whether you only want to go a mile or two and get a beer or if you’re ready for a long ride, we have something for you. From Stuart's Landing to Dark Horse Enjoy a beer after traveling beside the Kalamazoo River…
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Saddle up, because the Calhoun County Fair gates open up on Sunday, Aug. 16. While it’s a big week for everyone who has been baking, making and growing throughout the year, the county fair is still a celebration for everyone. Try your luck in the bingo tent. Take a spin on the Ferris Wheel. Meet…
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The August weather will be hot, but Battle Creek will be cool with a major art event. Color the Creek brings artists from all over the country to paint murals in the city. To find a map and guide to all of the past murals (more than 30!) stop at the Battle Creek Welcome Center. Watching the…
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Travel doesn’t have to be expensive. Hit the road for Calhoun County and have fun without breaking the bank. Camp at Fort Custer Camping is not only a Michigan tradition, it’s a great deal for an overnight stay. As a state park, Fort Custer Recreation Area is super affordable when you have a…
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Summer is winding down, which means the kids will be back in school and the cooler weather will be upon us. Here are some fun things to do before the summer is over. Have a Picnic in Bridge Park Historic Bridge Park is one of the most unique parks in our area. The park features multiple old…
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It’s summer break and you are probably looking for some fun day trips to do with your kids. Being right off of I-94, Battle Creek is a great and easy stop for your day trip. Binder Park Zoo Located just a few miles off of I-94, Binder Park Zoo is a great destination. One of the most unique…
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Why cereal? Battle Creek is the town where the Kellogg brothers found a way to make breakfast quick and easy. In 1894, they accidentally discovered how to turn grain into flakes. That discovery eventually became Corn Flakes. This is also where C.W. Post started a business in a barn that became a…
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