Entries categorized "Current Events"

Stamp Out Hunger

This Saturday May 10, 2008 is the Annual Stamp Out Hunger Food Drive hosted by the National Association of Letter Carriers. Kalamazoo area letter carriers will be collecting non-perishable food items that are set out by your mailbox. (No expired items or glass containers) Local food pantries will benefit from their collection. Many thanks to the efforts and energy of our local food carriers!

Greek Festival

The 2008 Greek Festival organized by Theo and Stacy's is slated for June 5, 6 and 7, 2008 at the Arcadia Festival Place in beautiful downtown Kalamazoo. In it's 32 year history, this festival has been known to kick off the summer season in Kalamazoo on Super Saturday. Learn more about this year's festival.

Cinco de Mayo

Downtown Kalamazoo will host the first citywide Cinco de Mayo Celebration on Saturday May 10, 2008 at the Arcadia Festival Site from noon until 11:30 pm. Highlights include:

  • Los Bandits
  • Orquesta Sensacional (Salsa Band)
  • Mariachi
  • Mexican dancers
  • Pinatas
  • Mexican/Latin Food
  • Variety of vendors
  • Salsa dancing competition

Fit MI 2008

Fit MI is a self-directed fitness program designed to increase your level of physical activity and do your part to improve the health of your community. Bring the kids! Or form a team at work, church, school, or in your neighborhood. Compete for recognition. It's more fun to do as a team. Consider all of the moving activities that can be done to improve our health.

Register online to participate. There is no fee. You will be immediately connected to other Fit MI movers.

Borgess Run for the Health of It

The 2008 Kalamazoo Borgess Run for the Health of It series of races takes place on April 25 and 26. Learn more about the 2008 races including a 5K/half marathon, 5K walk, Kids Fun Run, 5K Racewalk and a Motivational Mile. Visit www.BorgessRun.com for more details.