Guidebook for Mattawan

Kimberly
Guidebook for Mattawan

kalamazoo river valley trail

lt's 3 miles away and a great place to hike in the woods, cross country ski or walk your dogs.
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Al Sabo Land Preserve
6310 Texas Dr
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lt's 3 miles away and a great place to hike in the woods, cross country ski or walk your dogs.
"The Kalamazoo Nature Center is a not-for-profit organization located in Kalamazoo, Michigan whose mission is to inspire people to care for the environment by providing experiences that lead them to understand their connection to the natural world." Seasonal exhibits, hiking, wildlife rescue, Environmental education.
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Kalamazoo Nature Center
7000 N Westnedge Ave
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"The Kalamazoo Nature Center is a not-for-profit organization located in Kalamazoo, Michigan whose mission is to inspire people to care for the environment by providing experiences that lead them to understand their connection to the natural world." Seasonal exhibits, hiking, wildlife rescue, Environmental education.
https://www.traillink.com/trail/kal-haven-trail-sesquicentennial-state-park/ "Trail activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling, Walking, Cross Country Skiing States: Michigan Counties: Kalamazoo, Van Buren Length: 34 miles Trail end points: Kalamazoo River Valley Trail (Kalamazoo) and Bailey Ave. (South Haven) Trail surfaces: Crushed Stone Trail category: Rail-Trail ID: 6016162"
Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park
Kal-Haven Trail Sesquicentennial State Park
https://www.traillink.com/trail/kal-haven-trail-sesquicentennial-state-park/ "Trail activities: Fishing, Mountain Biking, Snowmobiling, Walking, Cross Country Skiing States: Michigan Counties: Kalamazoo, Van Buren Length: 34 miles Trail end points: Kalamazoo River Valley Trail (Kalamazoo) and Bailey Ave. (South Haven) Trail surfaces: Crushed Stone Trail category: Rail-Trail ID: 6016162"
https://www.plainwellkayakcompany.com "PLAINWELL KAYAK COMPANY Kayak Rental and Transportation Service We’re located at 211 N. Main Street in Plainwell, Michigan 49080 We make Kayaking easy! Our trips are on the smooth flowing and crystal clear waters of the Kalamazoo River or a peaceful local lake. If you are seeking adventure or relaxation we can accommodate you! Enjoy the beauty of the lake and river banks as you relax and experience the views that only those on the water can see."
Plainwell Kayak Company
211 N Main St
https://www.plainwellkayakcompany.com "PLAINWELL KAYAK COMPANY Kayak Rental and Transportation Service We’re located at 211 N. Main Street in Plainwell, Michigan 49080 We make Kayaking easy! Our trips are on the smooth flowing and crystal clear waters of the Kalamazoo River or a peaceful local lake. If you are seeking adventure or relaxation we can accommodate you! Enjoy the beauty of the lake and river banks as you relax and experience the views that only those on the water can see."
www.treerunnergrandrapids.com Has Glow night-zip lines!! Check them out. "TreeRunner Grand Rapids Adventure Park is a premier aerial adventure park in West Michigan. With over 70 exciting obstacles and zip lines, three difficulty levels, and seven different courses, there is plenty to explore! …now open is our Junior Park for kids ages 3 to 7. Experience our unique course in the trees on your own, or with friends and family! This is the perfect outdoor adventure for birthday parties, team building, school field trips, and special events."
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TreeRunner Grand Rapids Adventure Park
2121 Celebration Dr NE
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www.treerunnergrandrapids.com Has Glow night-zip lines!! Check them out. "TreeRunner Grand Rapids Adventure Park is a premier aerial adventure park in West Michigan. With over 70 exciting obstacles and zip lines, three difficulty levels, and seven different courses, there is plenty to explore! …now open is our Junior Park for kids ages 3 to 7. Experience our unique course in the trees on your own, or with friends and family! This is the perfect outdoor adventure for birthday parties, team building, school field trips, and special events."
The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail is the newest Kalamazoo County Park! The trail is free to use and has a paved-asphalt surface that is 10-feet wide. It's a multi-purpose trail for non-motorized transportation and recreation. Connections The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail will encompass 35 miles of trail throughout Kalamazoo County. Kalamazoo will be a regional hub, connecting Battle Creek to Lake Michigan, D Avenue to Portage, Augusta to Gull Lake, and eventually Lake Michigan to Lake Huron. This existing trail and planned trails in other counties will connect more than 140 miles of trails-connecting together the Battle Creek Linear Park, the Kal-Haven Trail, and the Portage Bicentennial Park Trail.
Kalamazoo River Valley Trail D Avenue Trailhead
East D Avenue
The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail is the newest Kalamazoo County Park! The trail is free to use and has a paved-asphalt surface that is 10-feet wide. It's a multi-purpose trail for non-motorized transportation and recreation. Connections The Kalamazoo River Valley Trail will encompass 35 miles of trail throughout Kalamazoo County. Kalamazoo will be a regional hub, connecting Battle Creek to Lake Michigan, D Avenue to Portage, Augusta to Gull Lake, and eventually Lake Michigan to Lake Huron. This existing trail and planned trails in other counties will connect more than 140 miles of trails-connecting together the Battle Creek Linear Park, the Kal-Haven Trail, and the Portage Bicentennial Park Trail.

Arts & Culture

Gorgeous historical castle where you can stop by for a tour or a cocktail.
Henderson Castle
100 Monroe St
Gorgeous historical castle where you can stop by for a tour or a cocktail.
https://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org "includes a fully operational diner, meeting rooms, partner museums, a well-manicured campus, and over 400 historic vehicles and hundreds of artifacts."
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Gilmore Car Museum
6865 W Hickory Rd
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https://www.gilmorecarmuseum.org "includes a fully operational diner, meeting rooms, partner museums, a well-manicured campus, and over 400 historic vehicles and hundreds of artifacts."
Amazwi.com Located in Saugatuck about an hour NW from home. This is a high end contemporary art store. Well worth the drive just to see this store. "Amazwi is the Zulu word for “voices.” Our goal at Amazwi Contemporary Art is to give voice to a diverse array of African artists, while broadening appreciation of their talent and understanding of their cultures. By supporting their continued growth and development as artists, all of us have the opportunity to contribute to an exciting time in African art."
Amazwi Contemporary Art
249 Culver St
Amazwi.com Located in Saugatuck about an hour NW from home. This is a high end contemporary art store. Well worth the drive just to see this store. "Amazwi is the Zulu word for “voices.” Our goal at Amazwi Contemporary Art is to give voice to a diverse array of African artists, while broadening appreciation of their talent and understanding of their cultures. By supporting their continued growth and development as artists, all of us have the opportunity to contribute to an exciting time in African art."
1 hr North 131. ArtPrize.org A MUST see if you are in the area. "About ArtPrize "ArtPrize is an open, independently organized international art competition which takes place for 19 days every other fall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. More than five hundred thousand dollars in prizes are awarded each year, which include a $200,000 prize awarded entirely by public vote and another $200,000 prize awarded by a jury of art experts. Any artist working in any medium from anywhere in the world can participate. Art is exhibited throughout downtown Grand Rapids—museums, bars, public parks, restaurants, theaters, hotels, bridges, laundromats, auto body shops, vacant storefronts and office spaces. …"
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ArtPrize HUB
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1 hr North 131. ArtPrize.org A MUST see if you are in the area. "About ArtPrize "ArtPrize is an open, independently organized international art competition which takes place for 19 days every other fall in Grand Rapids, Michigan. More than five hundred thousand dollars in prizes are awarded each year, which include a $200,000 prize awarded entirely by public vote and another $200,000 prize awarded by a jury of art experts. Any artist working in any medium from anywhere in the world can participate. Art is exhibited throughout downtown Grand Rapids—museums, bars, public parks, restaurants, theaters, hotels, bridges, laundromats, auto body shops, vacant storefronts and office spaces. …"
1st Friday of every month = ART HOP in Kalamazoo. Multi venue artist displays. Free, Fun, Food, Wine & Art! Kalamazooarts.org will list details/month. Art Hop is a program of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo - an evening of art exhibits and events, one of the great things to do in Kalamazoo. It's a free event held on the first Friday of every month, it is something you can do alone, with friends or with family that’s fun, interactive, and a great way to explore our downtown. And you don’t have to be an “artist” to enjoy it.
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Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
314 S Park St
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1st Friday of every month = ART HOP in Kalamazoo. Multi venue artist displays. Free, Fun, Food, Wine & Art! Kalamazooarts.org will list details/month. Art Hop is a program of the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo - an evening of art exhibits and events, one of the great things to do in Kalamazoo. It's a free event held on the first Friday of every month, it is something you can do alone, with friends or with family that’s fun, interactive, and a great way to explore our downtown. And you don’t have to be an “artist” to enjoy it.
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Miller Auditorium
1341 Auditorium Dr
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Shopping & Antiques

Very unique antique buff stop and shop. High volume of Vintage supplies and larger salvage sections to rummage through. Antique mall next door. Located in the downtown district between several brewery's.
The Heritage Company Architectural Salvage & Supply
150 N Edwards St
Very unique antique buff stop and shop. High volume of Vintage supplies and larger salvage sections to rummage through. Antique mall next door. Located in the downtown district between several brewery's.
Terrapin imports.com Located DownTown on the Kalamazoo Mall. Fair Trade Certified. "Ever since Terrapin began, we have been conscious of our buying practices. Whether it was purchasing beads and baskets from Kenya, or importing textiles, silver and artifacts from Indonesia. For the last decade, we have always been sensitive to the people and cultures that we encounter. In keeping with these ethical standards, we have surrounded ourselves with like-minded people and companies who strive to help others, provide a living wage and implicate Fair Trade polices in their business practices.
Terrapin Worldwide Imports
237 S Kalamazoo Mall
Terrapin imports.com Located DownTown on the Kalamazoo Mall. Fair Trade Certified. "Ever since Terrapin began, we have been conscious of our buying practices. Whether it was purchasing beads and baskets from Kenya, or importing textiles, silver and artifacts from Indonesia. For the last decade, we have always been sensitive to the people and cultures that we encounter. In keeping with these ethical standards, we have surrounded ourselves with like-minded people and companies who strive to help others, provide a living wage and implicate Fair Trade polices in their business practices.

Essentials

Located between I-94 in Mattawan and my home. Quick and easy access for basic's.
Wagoner's Your Hometown Food
24064 West McGillen Avenue
Located between I-94 in Mattawan and my home. Quick and easy access for basic's.

Entertainment & Activities

https://millerauditorium.com "Miller Auditorium is the premier performing arts venue in West Michigan, and features touring productions straight from Broadway, live concerts, comedy events and family shows. If you are in Kalamazoo and want an evening of fun and entertainment, come out and see a show!"
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Miller Auditorium
1341 Auditorium Dr
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https://millerauditorium.com "Miller Auditorium is the premier performing arts venue in West Michigan, and features touring productions straight from Broadway, live concerts, comedy events and family shows. If you are in Kalamazoo and want an evening of fun and entertainment, come out and see a show!"
TripAdvisor LLC Will easily direct you to area hotspots
TripAdvisor Corporate
330 Hudson St
TripAdvisor LLC Will easily direct you to area hotspots
I will be there!! Saturday October 26, 2018 9:30 pm parade lineup 10:00 pm parade Center Street Downtown Douglas, Michigan DOUGLAS NIGHTTIME HALLOWEEN PARADE FOR ADULTS 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY – The Halloween celebration continues Saturday night across the bridge with the 20 year anniversary of the Douglas Halloween Parade for Adults. For the perpetual “Peter Pan and Wendy” this parade is not to be missed! It is an extravaganza of creativity in costuming and performances. Parade lineup just got more fun, with the addition of Borrowed Time Bar and Restaurant in the middle of lineup, offering food and drinks, a DJ, fun lights, and a red carpet for photos.
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Douglas
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I will be there!! Saturday October 26, 2018 9:30 pm parade lineup 10:00 pm parade Center Street Downtown Douglas, Michigan DOUGLAS NIGHTTIME HALLOWEEN PARADE FOR ADULTS 20 YEAR ANNIVERSARY – The Halloween celebration continues Saturday night across the bridge with the 20 year anniversary of the Douglas Halloween Parade for Adults. For the perpetual “Peter Pan and Wendy” this parade is not to be missed! It is an extravaganza of creativity in costuming and performances. Parade lineup just got more fun, with the addition of Borrowed Time Bar and Restaurant in the middle of lineup, offering food and drinks, a DJ, fun lights, and a red carpet for photos.
www.kazoostate.com Intimate Concert Hall! Fantastic acoustics, thanks to seriously good theatre design. Renowned architect John Eberson designed our theatre in 1927 to create the feel of a Spanish garden. You’ve never seen a show anywhere like this.
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Kalamazoo State Theatre
404 S Burdick St
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www.kazoostate.com Intimate Concert Hall! Fantastic acoustics, thanks to seriously good theatre design. Renowned architect John Eberson designed our theatre in 1927 to create the feel of a Spanish garden. You’ve never seen a show anywhere like this.

Everything Else

Verhage Fruit Farm and Cider Mill 8619 W ML Ave Kalamazoo, MI 49009 Sept Weekends! U-pick apples. LOTS of activities, zipline through apple orchards, Apple train, pony rides, pumpkin fun, vintage market and bakery. Kelly's Calendar of Events 2019: www.verhagesfruitfarmandcidermill.com Handicap accessible including hayrides Pet friendly Bring CASH-rural area has slow Credit card processing.
MeijerGarden.org Located in Grand Rapids. "Experience masterpieces of art and nature that will delight your senses at one of the nation's premier horticultural display gardens and sculpture parks in Grand Rapids, Michigan."
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Meijer Gardens
1000 E Beltline Ave NE
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MeijerGarden.org Located in Grand Rapids. "Experience masterpieces of art and nature that will delight your senses at one of the nation's premier horticultural display gardens and sculpture parks in Grand Rapids, Michigan."
Its the dunes, and Lake Michigan! Anytime of year is eye popping and therapeutic . Shopping, Tall ships, Charter boating, Kayaking, eateries, Festivals, Maritime museum, The Idler Restaurant, Tello's Restaurant, Su Casa, Wine Tasting, etc.
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South Haven
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Its the dunes, and Lake Michigan! Anytime of year is eye popping and therapeutic . Shopping, Tall ships, Charter boating, Kayaking, eateries, Festivals, Maritime museum, The Idler Restaurant, Tello's Restaurant, Su Casa, Wine Tasting, etc.