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Local Recommendations for Kalamazoo Michigan area
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Outdoor Activities

 
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This area is so peaceful and serene. The lake is beautiful. There is lots of things to do.. Fishing, Kayaking, picking, walking, playgrounds for kids.
Maple Lake & Rivers | Village of Paw Paw
 
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Cute little small town farmers market. They have veggies, fruits, baked goods, handmade goods, artists. They also offer live local music to enjoy
Paw Paw Farmer's Market
 
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Nice little farmers market. They have food, veggies, artisans, and fun for the whole family
Sill Farm Market
 
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Largest farmers market in the area. They have live music, artisans, baked goods, farm fresh veggies and meat. Great family fun
Kalamazoo Farmers Market
 
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Beautiful trails full of woods, and nature. It truly is a hidden little gem that locals know about
Wolf Tree Nature Trails
 
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Gorgeous place to visit with a beautiful light house, multiple beaches, many little local shops for souvineers.
South Haven
 
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Beautiful beaches with a light house. Many local shops and the town has some fun dutch attractions
Beaches - Holland, Michigan
 
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Must see botanical garden if you visit southwest Michigan. If you can visit in early spring they have a breathtaking butterfly attraction
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Restaurants

 
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Fabulous local pizza joint that has some unusual pizza options on the menu
Amore Pizza
 
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Beautiful historic building with great American style cuisine
Brewster's Food and Spirits/Dyckman House
 
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Cute little country market with a adorable cafe! Has many gifts made by local artisans and delicious food on the menu
Walt & Marie's Country Market & Cafe
 
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This location is now open. They have fabulous authentic Mexican cuisine give it 5 stars
Malias Mexican Restaurant | Gobles MI - Facebook
 
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Fabulous cantina style Mexican restaurant. They are a little outside town but it's worth the drive
Cancun Mexican Restaurant

Other Food & Drinks

 
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Delicious baked goods made from scratch by a local family. They offer cakes cookies pies and even gluten free options
GG Sweets
 
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Oldest winery in Michigan! They have a wine tasting menu, product available to take home, and a beautiful patio available weather permitting to take advantage of
St. Julian Winery & Distillery
 
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Beautiful winery in a historic building. Thr property is beautiful situated by a creek They offer wine tasting, and have a restaurant offering fabulous food!
Warner Vineyards
 
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Beautiful local brewery that has a fun atmosphere! They offer a full menu of delicious food with some unique options..
Paw Paw Brewing Co
 
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Very small cute sandwich shop that has fabulous food
Ruby's Sandwich & Ice Cream Shoppe

Arts & Entertainment

 
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Really small family owned theater. They are reasonably priced and definitely a small town feel
Strand Theater
 
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Awesome retro arcade that has all the favorites.. pinball, video games, air hockey..they also have a great selection of glass bottles sodas.. admission is very reasonable and you can play all day for a single fee
Arcade1Up | Officially Licensed Arcade Cabinets

Local Favorites

 
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Love the stylist in here she does a fabulous job
Bair's Hair Den
 
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Super cute boutique that has all sorts of clothing and accessories.
H2Design & Co
 
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Adorable boutique full of fashionable clothing, accessories and body care
The Olive Branch Boutique | Paw Paw MI - Facebook
 
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Beautiful restored mansion that includes a salon and spa inside. All the stylists and practioners are extremely talented
Harvey House of Paw Paw