Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Kalamazoo musician Brian Koenigsknecht released his new single 'I'm Hungry' on Aug.

25 to raise funds for the local food pantry and reduce the stigma around child hunger—he was inspired by his time as a paraprofessional at Angling Road Elementary where he saw many students rely on free meals.

The News Channel 3 tower photo taken on August 21 in Kalamazoo is featured in the August Photo of the Month contest where readers are invited to vote for their favorite of eight submissions by Friday at 2 p.m.—results will be announced the following Monday.

The Brush the Block festival transforms six blank walls downtown and on the Northside into murals starting today until Sept.

7—attendees ride the free Salvador Troli every 30 to 40 minutes between sites. Local artists will use bold designs and community themes to brighten Kalamazoo’s streets.

On September 1, the COPE Network held its 8th Overdose Awareness Day rally in Bronson Park where people carried signs and shared personal stories about opioid overdoses.

Nancy King, the group’s leader who lost her daughter to a heroin overdose, said the event aimed—by giving out free test strips and Narcan—to teach the public about harm reduction.

WMU kicked off the men's soccer season when it hosted Soccer Fest Monday at its Soccer Complex—just before the Broncos play their first home game against New Hampshire.

The event had live music, games, and face-painting to engage local youth and boost team spirit.

Dokidokon 2025

All day — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets from $10 to $180 — Celebrate all things anime and gaming with a heartwarming community atmosphere and pirate theme.

SlideDayz at the Zoo

12 PM – 8 PM — Kalamazoo Speedway Inc — Free venue parking — Experience a thrilling combo of drifting and live music in a family-friendly atmosphere.

Kalamazoo Scottish Festival

9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Kindleberger Park — Free entry — Celebrate everything Scottish with music, food, games, and Highland competitions.

Lego Club for Kids

3-5 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free event — Create unique Lego designs weekly in the children's area.

Dokidokon 2025

Various times — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets from $10 — Celebrate anime, gaming, and fandom with panels, concerts, and cosplay gatherings at this annual convention.

Festival Fridays: A Taste of Kalamazoo

6-10 p.m. — Arcadia Creek Festival Place — Free entry — Celebrate local culture with food vendors and live entertainment every Friday this September.

Weird Al Yankovic: BIGGER & WEIRDER Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary comedic rock of Weird Al with special guest Puddles Pity Party in a full-production multimedia show.

Book Fair Fundraiser

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Bookbug & This is a Bookstore — Mention Gryphon Place and support local programs while browsing books.

CanAm Peace Jam at Canadiana Fest 2025

4-10 p.m. — Discover Kalamazoo — Enjoy poutine and celebrate Canadian culture with music and a kitchen party.

Dokidokon 2025

September 21-23 — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets range from $10 to $180 — Join an exciting anime and gaming convention with diverse events and a pirate theme.