Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of April.
Good morning, Kalamazoo.
🏘️ Community
Lundy, a four-month-old puppy at the SPCA of Southwest Michigan, is waiting for adoption today.
She has a calm temperament (low energy), making her an ideal companion for families looking for a gentle pet.
📰 Real Estate
Two downtown buildings were demolished earlier this year in Kalamazoo.
The Community Answering Service building torn down in January left its Rose+ Cedar lot vacant, and the former fire station at 116 W. Cedar was dismantled in March with redevelopment plans still pending.
🎉 Kalamazoo Events
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Celebration of Community Poets
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Crawlspace Comedy Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate local poetry and enjoy performances from talented community poets and musicians.
Kalamazoo Comic-Con
12-7 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $22 Fri Adult ($55 for 3-day pass) — Explore the world of comics with celebrities, voice actors, and authors.
Meet the Author: Dolen Perkins-Valdez
3-5 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in a Q&A and book signing with the author of 'Take My Hand'.
WMU College of Aviation Fly-In
12-5 p.m. — WMU College of Aviation — Free entry — Bring the family for fun activities, egg hunts, and a showcase of aircraft at this annual celebration.
MI CUPA HR Annual Conference
7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Paid parking — Explore impactful HR strategies for higher education professionals.
Good Night, Oscar
7:30-9:45 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices range from $20-$52 — Experience the witty and poignant tale of Oscar Levant on a late-night talk show in the 1950s.
Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon 2026
7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Bronson Park — Registration required — Celebrate health and community at the annual marathon in Kalamazoo.
2026 Kalamazoo Rock, Mineral, Gem, and Fossil Show
2-8 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $5 adults, kids under 12 free — Explore one of Michigan's largest showcase of minerals, gems, and jewelry from 50 vendors.
Future Islands Concert
Time unknown — Bell's Beer Garden — Ticket prices vary — Experience the energetic sound of Future Islands alongside Open Mike Eagle in a lively setting.
Emmy Kastner Book Release Event
5-6 p.m. — Bookbug & this is a bookstore — Free entry — Celebrate the release of a delightful picture book filled with ice cream and laughter.
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