Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Kalamazoo Event Center remains on track for a fall 2027 opening despite crews working in cold weather (high winds, snowfall) downtown, as CSM Group adjusts shifts and safety measures to meet the set timeline. WWMT
- ➤ Wax Wings Brewing Co. and the Kalamazoo Curling Club will host an all-day Olympic-themed celebration, launching the Hammered & Stoned IPA on Saturday, Feb. 7 from noon to 10 p.m. at 3480 Gull Road, where club members will offer live commentary and curling demonstrations using a physical model. MLive
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Bee Joyful Shop announced Tuesday that its downtown storefront at 245 S Kalamazoo Mall will close soon as the business shifts to online-only sales & will hold a farewell sale before ending its brick-and-mortar operations that began in 2020. MLive
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A boil water advisory remains in effect for homes along Pinehurst Boulevard due to a water main break repair—officials expect the issue to be resolved and the advisory lifted Friday. Residents should boil tap water for two minutes or use bottled water. WWMT
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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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Father-Daughter Valentine Dinner & Dance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — $30 per person — Celebrate the special bond of fathers and daughters with dinner, dancing, and festive fun.
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Avian Arts Exhibition Artist Reception
2-4 p.m. — Kalamazoo Nature Center — Free admission — Celebrate creativity and bird conservation through the lens of local artists and photographers.
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Family Storytime at Oshtemo Library
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch — Free entry — Enjoy an engaging half-hour of stories, songs, and playtime for families.
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Candlelight: Valentine’s Day Special
6:30-7:45 p.m. — The Civic Auditorium — $34 — Experience timeless music by Queen and The Beatles in a romantic candlelit setting.
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Story Corner
10-11 a.m. — Kalamazoo Nature Center — Included with admission — Enjoy a delightful story time featuring nature-themed picture books followed by a gentle hike for little explorers.
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SpongeBob Musical: Youth Edition
2-3 p.m. — Kalamazoo Civic Theatre — Tickets available — Dive into an undersea adventure as SpongeBob and friends save Bikini Bottom from disaster.
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K-Wings vs. Indy Fuel Hockey Match
7–9 p.m. — Wings Event Center — $3 beers, sodas, and hot dogs — Start your weekend with a win at $3 Friday as the K-Wings take on the Indy Fuel.
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Member Meetup at Wax Wings Brewing Company
4-6 p.m. — Wax Wings Brewing Company — $1 donation per beer — Celebrate the debut of Exhibit Ale brewed in collaboration with Wax Wings while supporting the KIA.
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