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Thursday, January 15th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo Bourbon Fest celebrates its fifth year as it returns to the Delta Hotels Conference Center (2747 S. 11th St.) on Saturday, Jan. 31. The indoor event will offer over 100 whiskeys and bourbons, live music, and local food vendors with tickets starting at $20. MLive
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, the Michigan House passed a bill that bans cellphones during class for K-12 students while allowing use between classes and at lunch; the measure now awaits review by the state Senate. WKZO
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ThriftAbility Grand Opening
3-6 p.m. — ThriftAbility — Free entry — Celebrate the launch of a unique thrift store serving the local community with refreshments and friendly faces.
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Tech Mondays
3-5:30 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free assistance — Get help with computer-related issues at this community support event.
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Chicago The Musical
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets start at $46.56 — Experience the excitement of the Jazz Age with a thrilling tale of fame, fortune, and sensational performances.
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When is the Right Time for Memory Care?
6-7 p.m. — North Woods Village of Kalamazoo — Free entry — Explore pivotal insights on dementia care and the importance of timely support for loved ones.
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Harlem Globetrotters Show
7-9 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Tickets from $20 — Experience the thrilling antics of the Harlem Globetrotters live in Kalamazoo.
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Primary Trust
2-3:30 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a Pulitzer Prize-winning play about new beginnings and stepping out of your comfort zone.
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AMPLIFY Leadership Conference
9 AM – 3 PM — Western Michigan University — Seats are limited — Amplify your leadership and energize your team with practical tools and insights.
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Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis
7-11 p.m. — Chenery Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra led by Wynton Marsalis in an intimate concert setting.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful half-hour of stories, songs, and playtime for the whole family.
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2026 MIVCA Coaches Clinic
February 6-7 — Loy Norrix High School — Not specified — Learn from top practitioners at this valuable volleyball coaching clinic.
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