We have done two classes with Jutta and can't recommend doing these classes enough! We did the…read moresteel flowers and railroad tie knives! It's so fun and Jutta is a phenomenal teacher and helper. The private classes are a great gift and experience to do with friends and loved ones! Go check it out!

This was an awesome experience. My son got a class for his birthday. IT WAS AWESOME For a teenage…read moreboy! Best gift ever. There were elements of danger: fire, sharp knives, burning, hammers, the smell of coal and sulphur, the sound of the shaping foot pedal hammer slamming into iron, and sparks flying everywhere.... SKIP THE HAIRSPRAY LADIES! Lest you be like the song by the smiths "hairdresser on fire" If you are ever trying to find a way to engage your kid in something... DO THIS! Loved it!

A year after Deborah C.'s review, her review is still accurate!…read more My friend and I went there on January 17th and there was a line. When it opened, the line remained stagnant for about 15 minutes due to it being the first time with a new crew. It was worth the wait! The pairings were awesome! I highly recommend checking it out!

Seriously good food. Student run. Front and back of the house. Make a reservation and give it a try!read more

I went to Stacy for the permanent eyebrow procedure. The studio is very clean, bright and well…read moreappointed. She is very knowledgable, kind, and well-spoken. She discussed colors and shapes with me. Also, she recommended that I have my permanent eyeliner touched up. What you can expect - The first appointment may take 2-3 hours. There is very little pain. You need to follow the directions she will give you. Yes, there will be a little flaking, but that is to be expected. The second appointment will be to touch up. Again, follow her directions. It's been 2 months now and I am so very happy. I've lost a lot of hair (including my brows) and this has been an easy transition for me!

I was hesitant on getting my eyebrows done, but it was the best decision that has changed my looks…read more Stacy is detailed and measures/marks and triple check everything. Brow lines are more natural looking than any brow penciling could ever be. I have recommended her to everyone I know. I couldn't be happier !!

My daughter has been taking lessons here for the past year and the quality of instruction is top…read morenotch. Her skills and confidence have grown immensely in just a year's time. (She's in her 7th year of ballet, but we added Ballet Kalamazoo to provide more of a challenge to her.) The atmosphere of the studio is very balanced. Serious dancers, but not a place where every part of your life has to revolve around the studio.

The newest classical ballet company in Kalamazoo, Ballet Kalamazoo opened in 2016…read more They are kicking off the sign-up period for fall classes with a Moana-inspired open house on Aug. 16 with "tropical tutus, leis and dancing." I'm looking forward to checking it out. They've got a pretty cool ballerina blog, also, available at www.balletkalamazoo.com.

I have taken two classes here. Both with the glass blowing. The instructors are amazing and…read morepatient. They help ensure that you make the art and colors you want come to life. Can be costly, don't advise doing these event in the summer. But the memories and art you walk away with is priceless.

We've never been glass blowing before, but after our amazing experience at Glass Art Kalamazoo,…read morethis will easily become our new holiday tradition. Our instructor Jesse was very patient and kind, and he helped us craft some beautiful Christmas ornaments. This was truly an unforgettable experience and we can't wait to do it again soon!

This year's RAD Fest -- the 10th annual -- was phenomenal! My family hosted two dancers from…read moreDetroit, the duo known as Thank You for Coming, and as hosts were invited to grab tickets for any shows we would like to attend so I had the good fortune to enjoy much of this year's festival. There was such a wide breadth of performances, ranging comical to heartbreaking, musical to musicless (and even Saturday evening's final performance in which the audience was enlisted to provide some of the music themselves in a call and response). A few of the pieces left me goosepimply and gutted, while others stirred belly laughs. Kalamazoo is so fortunate to have a festival of this caliber in our backyard on a yearly basis.

Absolutely stunning…read more I have no shortage of good things to say about this company. I just got a sneak peek of their performance debuting next week and wow.. so eloquent, dazzling and heartfelt. I was welcomed with open arms and my experience here was so pleasant. I would love to actually take dance classes here (which they offer) so cool! The atmosphere is warm and cozy and the dancers are so talented and passionate. The event was absolutely amazing per usual and I really appreciated the time and effort they put in to let us get a peek of the full show which I am sure will be amazing. If you're considering, definitely come see a show here! The percussion to accompany their upcoming show is so unique and I left in awe. I brought my mom this time around and she was talking about it the whole way home! haha she's a big nerd and this was SO up her alley, mine too! You definitely wont regret coming to see a show here and I know I will be back! :D

I love art museums, so I was excited to check out KIA while in town recently. Entry is only $5 for…read moreadults, $2 for students, and free for members, children through age 12, and active military personnel. There is free parking available in parking lots across from entrances on South and Lovell streets. The museum wasn't busy when we were there, which was nice as we were able to leisurely wander the galleries. It's not a huge museum, but I loved the Kyungmi Shin: A Story to Finding Us exhibit (through May 12, 2024). The artworks were stunning and I loved trying to find hidden images in each. The other main exhibit was American Realism: Visions of America, 1900-1950, which didn't resonate with me personally as much, but it was still interesting to see. The permanent collection downstairs was nice - I especially liked the Tiffany lamps and jewelry. There is a Chihuly sculpture hanging in the entryway, which is really cool to see. The gift shop is nicely curated with lots of great books, gifts, and more. Nate got a cute little cat shaped ceramic chopstick rest!

This is an impressive small city museum, and I love that it is community-focused and has an art…read morelibrary and school along with the gallery space. My favorite of the current exhibits is the 'Cobalt to Indigo' Asian display. The high school pieces are impressive too. The museum is free on Thursdays and has a free parking lot across from the back of the building.

My fiancé and I have been taking dance classes in the Simply Social classes and private lessons to…read moreprepare for our wedding. While I have dance experience, my fiancé does not. His confidence on the dance floor has drastically increased since starting lessons thanks to Teri's teaching. Her classes make partner dance approachable and comfortable.

My husband and I have had so much fun! Our first visit was…read morefor a dinner and dancing evening where they taught us a few dance moves before the dinner. We realized how little we could dance, so we signed up for their Simply Social 5-session dance class (even got a Groupon for it and saved some $). We have continued to have so much fun in the class, and it's been good for us to go out together (now that the kids are older) and do something just for us. We're almost done with the second 5-week session and look forward to starting the third! Many thanks to the patient, fun and engaging instructors for helping my two left feet appear far less awkward!

intimate and easy atmosphere. Saw a musician play there and the sound was great. Friendly and…read morewelcoming staff. The drinks were unusually tasteful.

From the owner: The Dormouse Theatre is a 100 seat venue that produces its own unique brand of sketch comedy, as…read morewell as original, and non-traditional works. In addition, The Dormouse hosts and features live music and an array of other performance artists throughout the season. The setting is relaxed with eclectic seating options. Patrons will be able to chill before and after a show, while enjoying beverages and house made snacks from our rotating menu. The building itself is a fixture of the Kalamazoo community, as the Dormouse team has repurposed a one hundred and twenty five year old church building. ​.