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Kalamazoo
Sunday, March 9th, 2025
Good morning, Kalamazoo. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 9th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Maple Sugar Festival celebrated its 60th anniversary at the Kalamazoo Nature Center with traditional activities and serves as the center's largest fundraiser. WWMT
- ➤ The 2025 Home & Garden Expo in Kalamazoo showcased over 160 local vendors, offering a wide range of products and services for home improvement and outdoor living. WWMT
- ➤ Lightning, a 3-month-old mastiff mix at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan, is looking for a forever home, known for his sweet nature and compatibility with kids and other pets. WWMT
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Kalamazoo Christian's girls basketball team dominated rebounds and executed a strategic defense to win the district title against rival Kalamazoo Hackett. MLive
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Scott Bade: Poetry Reading Event at Bookbug
Scott Bade will present an evening of poetry at Bookbug, an independent bookstore in Kalamazoo that offers a variety of literary genres and hosts community events.
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March to Victory Silent Auction Gala
The March to Victory Silent Auction & Gala is an elegant black-tie optional event featuring beverages, hors d’oeuvres, dancing, and a silent auction to support youth sports in Kalamazoo.
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Healing Body And Spirit Expo
Holistic Healing Expo includes Incredible Professional, Quality Exhibitors from across the US. Wings Event Center, Sat, March 15th (10-6) & Sun, March 16th (10-5) pet friendly, free parking, (under 12 free) coupon on website! "11th annual"
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Healing Body And Spirit Expo
Holistic Healing Expo includes Incredible Professional, Quality Exhibitors from across the US. Wings Event Center, Sat, March 15th (10-6) & Sun, March 16th (10-5) pet friendly, free parking, (under 12 free) coupon on website! "11th annual"
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Kalamazoo County 4-H Tack Sale - Largest in Michigan
This event features over 100 vendors offering a wide range of supplies for horses and farms.
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Emmy Kastner Presents: So Tortoise Dug
A local author presents her new children's picture book featuring a humorous tale about a tortoise and her mouse friend navigating misunderstandings and friendships.
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Spring Gala Celebration of Asian Culture
The Spring Gala features performances showcasing Asian culture, artistry, and community spirit, hosted by Western Michigan University’s Asian Initiatives.
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RESPECT on Tour - A Celebration of Aretha Franklin
7:30-9 p.m. | Miller Auditorium | $39-$59 | Experience an electrifying tribute to the Queen of Soul with all your favorite Aretha Franklin hits.
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49 Winchester
7-11 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Tickets on sale Nov. 22 — 49 Winchester joins Dwight Yoakam and The Mavericks for an exciting night of music.
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Prokofiev's Romeo & Juliet
8 p.m. | Miller Auditorium | Cost info not provided | Experience the timeless tale of love and tragedy brought to life through Prokofiev's stunning score.
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Kalamazoo Winter Market
8 AM – 1 PM — Kalamazoo Winter Market — Free entry — Explore a vibrant gathering of local vendors offering fresh produce, meats, baked goods, and unique crafts.
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