Downtown Newsletter – March 16, 2021

Mar 16, 2021

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Downtown Newsletter

March 16, 2021

March Madness comes to downtown Kalamazoo

It’s tournament time! That’s right. Downtown Kalamazoo March Madness Outdoor Watch Party is here to kick off the opening weekend of the NCAA tournament.

On Saturday, March 20, head to the north end of the Kalamazoo Mall, bring your own chair, grab an adult beverage from any of downtown’s Central Commons businesses, and cheer your team on!

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OUR PICK:
CHERRI'S CHOCOL'ART

This week our team is all about the sweets! Truffles, cocomels, rum raisins, salted caramels… is your mouth watering yet? If it’s chocolate you’re after, you can have it all at Cherri’s Chocol’art. And if you’re not ready to say goodbye to winter just yet, gather by the outdoor fireplace as you sip on a hot chocolate.

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FEATURED BUSINESS:
Mason Jar Plant Shop

Did you know that indoor plants can help reduce stress, boost your immune system, and improve your sleep? The Mason Jar Plant Shop opened last September and has been cultivating happiness throughout downtown ever since!

CHECK IT OUT

Upcoming Events

March Madness Outdoor Watch Party

March 20, Time TBD

Downtown Kalamazoo provides the perfect backdrop for March Madness entertainment outdoors.
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WMU MODA Presents: Kaleidoscope Fashion Show

March 20, 7 p.m.

Western Michigan University student-led fashion show at the Kalamazoo State Theatre exemplifies the many talents in design, modeling, and styling. Both in-person and livestream tickets available.
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Spring Second Line Celebration

March 20, 12 p.m.

Join Kalamazoo's Kanola Band at noon on March 20, as they start downtown at the Bronson Park amphitheater then dance, stroll, strut and sing all the way through downtown over to Bates Alley for a short concert.
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Wake Up with Oberon!

March 22, 12 p.m.

Bell’s Brewery is kicking off Oberon Day with a very special coast to coast virtual morning show: Wake Up with Oberon broadcasting live from the Eccentric Café’s Beer Garden with all-star line-up of special guests and lots of fun surprises!
Event page

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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT

MEET our leaders:
Andrew haan

Andrew is the President of the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership. He is currently working on bringing an Ambassador Program to downtown Kalamazoo to enhance the downtown experience. As the weather warms up, you might catch Andrew at Pedal, checking out the latest accessories for the upcoming bike race season.

ABOUT KDP

Downtown News

We’re driven to make downtown a place that’s engaging and welcoming for everyone.

The Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization built by the people of Kalamazoo for the betterment of downtown Kalamazoo. We believe the greatness of a community stems from the compassion and actions of its members..

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downtownkalamazoo.org

Public meetings
Kalamazoo Downtown Development Authority + Downtown Economic Growth Authority
Monday, April 19 3 p.m.
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