Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Penny, an 11-year-old dog, is available for adoption through the SPCA of Southwest Michigan in Kalamazoo.

The agency described her as housebroken and well-mannered, making her a great match for anyone seeking a steady companion.

A French-Asian bakery and cafe from the Tous les Jours franchise is coming soon to Portage at 5721 S.

Westnedge Ave. Renovation work on the 2,400 sqft building continues as the franchise expands its Michigan presence beyond Troy, Ann Arbor, and Novi.

USGS will start a low-flying helicopter survey tomorrow in southwest Michigan — covering counties such as Kalamazoo — to map underground rocks and water supplies down to over 1,000 feet.

The four-month study flies only during daylight and follows FAA rules.

Township officials are still debating NewEdge Renewable Power’s proposal to build a 260-megawatt battery storage system on leased land near West M Avenue (residential and farmland) after safety and environmental concerns were raised at an April 9 planning meeting.

Approval would unlock up to $1.3 million in grants.

Cradle Kalamazoo held the Miles for Black Mamas 5k on Saturday, April 11 to bring attention to differences in maternal care and infant mortality for Black families — the event welcomed all pregnant participants and highlighted support services available in the community.

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.

38th Annual Vicksburg Hearty Hustle (5K)

1-3 p.m. — 501 E Hwy St, Vicksburg, MI — Registration fee required — Celebrate fitness and community at this beloved annual 5K walk/run event.