The Spirit of Kalamazoo

08/22/2026

Dogs in the Zoo returns to Downtown Kalamazoo on Sept. 12, 10 am - 2 pm. It will be dog-gone fun!

08/18/2026

You're invited to the Rebellious Success Book Launch Celebration on Friday, September 4, 5 -8 pm.

Toni Lentini Will, author, will be signing copies of her book, Rebellious Success.

This isn't just about celebrating a book. This is about celebrating courage, taking risks, redefining success, and the incredible community that made it possible.

Please join us on Sept. 4!

08/08/2026

Western Michigan University fans - these insulated tumblers from Corkcicle are sporting the cutest squirrel wearing a Western sweater! Get yours for back to school! https://www.spiritofkalamazoo.com/product-page/western-michigan-university-squirrel-tumbler

08/05/2026

The Downtown Kalamazoo Collective is hosting a fun event - Sips in the Zoo - for the weekend of Aug. 7 - 9. Stop in at The Spirit of Kalamazoo to treat yourself to the "Afternoon Delight." We blend salted caramel ice cream from Plainwell Ice Cream Co. with cold brew Water Street Coffee. This ice cream concoction is so good!

08/04/2026

My family and I have been overwhelmed with gratitude by the incredible outpouring of love and support following Josh's video.

Josh (Josh & Jase), thank you from the bottom of our hearts for shining a light on our store and so many other small businesses across Michigan. Your kindness and generosity mean more to us than words can express.

To our amazing community, thank you for standing by us, supporting us, and believing in what we do. We truly wouldn't be here without you. Owning a small business comes with its share of challenges, but moments like this remind us exactly why we do it. The encouragement, kindness, and connections we've built with all of you make every hard day worthwhile.

From our family to yours, thank you for being part of our journey.

Sincerely,
Kathleen & Andy Widner and family
Proud owners of The Spirit of Kalamazoo

08/02/2026

Thank you so much for your support Josh & Jase!!!! We really appreciate your visit to our small business!

07/30/2026

Thank you to the team from The Kalamazoo Promise for visiting and getting ice cream! 😍

07/27/2026

This exhibit by Fran Dwight is on display until July 31. Her work is beautiful and inspiring!

For more than 40 years, photographer Fran Dwight has captured the heart and soul of our community through her lens. Now, you have one last chance to experience her work.

The Last Picture Show is now on view in the Westin Gallery at the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo through July 31. This final exhibition reflects not only Fran's remarkable career but also her enduring belief in the power of art to bring people together.

Fran hopes visitors leave the exhibition with the understanding that "underneath it all, we are more the same than we are different," a message that has shaped both her work and her connection to the community.

We invite you to visit the gallery, experience this meaningful collection, and celebrate the legacy of an artist whose work has documented and connected our community for decades.

07/21/2026

07/20/2026

Sidewalk Sales deals starting Thursday, 7/23:
$5 pint glasses
$10 t-shirts
$15 long-sleeve t-shirts
$20 sweatshirts