Good morning, Kalamazoo.

More than 500 community members will gather at Homer Stryker Field for the Kalamazoo Heart Walk, an event that will run from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday—hosted by the American Heart Association—aiming to raise $150,000 for CPR training and heart health research.

Kzoo Parks will host the annual Halloween Forest at Milham Park at 2 to 4 p.m. on Oct.

25—families can enjoy fall-themed games, a Spooky Fun Magic Show at 3 p.m., and a costume contest with local prizes, with sponsors like Lake Michigan Credit Union supporting the event.

Kalamazoo city officials and PlazaCorp worked on a $96 million brownfield development project that will repurpose three sites—turning the old County Building into a boutique hotel, converting an office building on East Kalamazoo Street into housing, and changing a building on Porter Street into mixed use. The projects were scheduled for a city commission vote on Monday and will need state permits and a five-year timeline once approved.

LuFuki and Divine Providence

7-8:30 p.m. — Dalton Theatre — Cost Info — Experience a unique blend of music and spirituality with composer LuFuki Ismaeel Dhul-Qarnayn.

Dokidokon 2025

Oct 24-26 — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets from $10 — Dive into a weekend of anime and gaming fun with themed events and community spirit.

Iowa Heartlanders at Kalamazoo Wings

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Wings Event Center — $3 beers, sodas, and hot dogs — Kick off your weekend with an exciting night of hard-hitting hockey action and unbeatable value.

Chunky Knit Pumpkins Crafting

2-4 p.m. — Schultz Sweets — Cost info not specified — Create your own cozy fall decor with chunky knit pumpkins while enjoying sweet treats.

Murder Mystery Dinner

6-9 p.m. — One Well Brewing — $60 ticket includes pizza and appetizers — Test your true crime skills in a fun evening of mystery and case cracking.

Haunted Halloween Tour

5-9 p.m. — Henderson Castle Apple Orchard — $12 per person, kids 10 & under half off — Experience a spooky family adventure with playful zombies, face painting, and Halloween treats.

Central Michigan Chippewas vs. Western Michigan Broncos Football

1-4 p.m. — Waldo Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a thrilling college football showdown between rival teams in Kalamazoo.

MAC-SBC Challenge: Coastal Carolina vs. Western Michigan Basketball

6 PM — Read Fieldhouse, Kalamazoo, MI — Ticket pricing varies — Catch an exciting matchup as the Broncos take on the Chanticleers in college basketball action.

safeTALK Suicide Prevention Training

1-5 p.m. — YMCA of Greater Kalamazoo — Free — Learn valuable skills to engage individuals at risk of suicide and connect them with support.

Clark Logic Hiring Fair, Walk-In Interviews!

Clark Logic is hosting a Hiring Fair, November 5 & 6, 6–10 AM and 3–7 PM at 3801 E. Kilgore Road. The company is hiring for numerous roles, including CDL-A drivers, diesel and small engine mechanics, riggers, landscapers, lawn technicians, warehouse associates, staff accountants, human resources professionals, property managers, project coordinators, and more.