This was a blast to take part in! It was nice to have a BYOD (Drink) due to wine and canvas being…read moreon the rise and some people don't drink alcohol. I went with a decent size group and each one of us interpreted the painting that we had chosen a little differently. The instructor was our "guide" but not a strict coach which allowed all of us to use our creativity and make it our own. I enjoyed that the $35 price comes with all the essentials needed AND you get to take home your art. **This location also partners with a Yoga class. It's a shared space with multiple uses** One downfall I will say about this is, there are NO signs for telling you where Happy Our Art is. It was dark and rainy when we went and were only able to find the place because one of the ladies going the event had already arrived. We were guided by "Look for the sign that says Unwinding". I would certainly do this again! The class was fun, the instructor was friendly, and the space was perfect for a medium sized group.

I went to Happy Our Art for a work event. It was a nice event where we all painted together and was…read moreable to listen to music and talk. The instructor was very nice and guided us through the art piece and helped the beginners that had several questions. Happy Our Art is beautifully decorated. The art pieces are hanging with different designs for maybe the next piece you make. The website gives a calendar of the different pieces so you can know ahead of time. (Perfect for people like me that can choose ahead of time and go if they are doing something that I find cool.) Again, as mentioned, the staff was very helpful and responded quickly to email and any questions we had before our work event. The only concern I have is the location. It is really hard to find. Go on Main Street. Turn onto 9th Street and off 9th Street turn left onto Holiday Terrace. Look for Unwindings sign and it is in the basement of Unwindings. Overall: I will give them 4 stars. The cost is a little high but it is a fun event and could be good for date night or work events. The location is hard to find but now that I know. Next time I go, I won't get lost!

avolio is primarily a teaching facility. They do have a small shop with completed artworks for…read moresale, which was very nice. But I was very impressed with the teaching program they offer. I'm hoping I get back to Kalamazoo sometime in the next year so to take advantage of some refresher instruction and studio time.

These guys are the best! If you've joined a local mug club in which hand blown glasses are the…read moredrinking vessels, chances are its an Avolio masterpiece. They make the loveliest small, swirled glass cups for the art hops that they sell for only $10 including a wine or beer fill. We are building up a lovely collection. They also carry Christmas ornaments, vases, fishes, and more. Masters of their craft!

As always with my experiences here I love them. From the art hops to the individual studios…read more Speaking of, I was very fortunate and delighted to attend a glass blowing class! In our class which followed the guidelines to the max. We were taught safety measures, what each station does, and of course the hands on portion. The result is beautiful and the experience is one of a kind! I definitely recommend those who are interested in trying to try! Oh! Glass blowing is just one of many classes offered in the building!

This building is over 100 years old and isn't leaving us anytime soon…read more.. For good reason! It's an incredibly creative, beautiful, and thriving historical building, Park Trades Center is an artist haven.All the studios in this facility are unique and packed with character. It's the perfect place for artists and creative folk to work in harmony. Parking lot is reserved. If you're a unknown guest visiting, be prepared with change for a meter on the street.

Such great kind and knowledgeable owners -- and staff! I came in with so many technical questions…read more(I'm a beginner) and they helped me every step of the way! I left there feeling very confident and have already finished a few lovely projects! I couldn't have done it with out them! I'm so glad they are apart of our community and hope they stay for a VERY long time!! I would also like to mention they have a great selection of different kinds of yarn! The pricing is very reasonable!!

The overuse of AI generated images and text in their emails, social media and marketing is enough…read moreto put me off ever stepping foot in this store ever again. I am curious to know what the owners of The Bear and Fox DON'T use AI for, because they take AI use to an entirely new level and it really just comes across as lazy and unprofessional. Why should I spend my hard earned money at a business that is too lazy to invest in their own business by hiring a graphic designer for their logo, or at the very least spend a few minutes in an editing program to make a flier that is not visually abhorrent? Why should I go out of my way to shop local when this business is so lazy and cares so little that they need AI to regurgitate word salad for their emails and social media posts? Why even bother owning a business that is specifically catered to crafts if you are going to outsource every creative aspect to a robot? The AI is getting so exhausting. It is EVERYWHERE and it is a punch in the gut to see a business built around human creativity and handmade crafts use this kind of technology, despite the environmental impact and the theft that takes place to train AI models. I cannot speak for everyone, but fiber arts is my escape from being bombarded by AI and the need to be hyper-vigilant of what is real and what is fabricated. The incessant AI is just more than I am willing to tolerate tainting my hobby. I don't own a business, I am sure it is so much harder than it looks and I am sure the owners are just trying their best with the tools they have at their disposal. However, no amount of business optimization and time saving is worth what AI is doing to the planet, the fiber arts community and the communities living in areas where data centers are being built.

I love riding at true vine I've learned a lot from the amazing trainers and I got the chance to…read morevolunteer so I help with leading sometimes and I get to help tack up. I'll put a picture of the horse I'm riding named Isaiah. Isaiah is a great horse so are all of the others.

They were so great with my grandchildren. They took time with them, they talked to them about…read morehorses and showed them what they need to do when they have a horse and the responsibility they need. They were really great.

The staff at Tutor Time of Portage is incredible. Our children have been there since birth and have…read morereceived incredible care and impactful early education that set them up for success when entering elementary school. The fact that they attract college students who are working through their early education degrees shows that their culture and education model are working. Some of them have even gone on to be employed in the same school district, meaning their impact on this community continues to grow and shine. One of my kids even had a former staff member as their teacher when that person entered their 1st year of teaching! Talk about an easy transition for both of them! We've been with them for 7 years now and will be sad to say goodbye when our kids finally age out. Keep up the great work, team!

Our daughter has been attending since she was an infant. She (and I) have made personal, genuine…read moreconnections and relationships with each of her teachers. They know her inside and out, and I have never doubted her safety or care, which as a mom, you definitely want to make sure of. Each day is engaging and full of learning, starting all the way from infant one. I'm so thankful that tuition includes diapers and food. It's one less thing on my mental load. Specifically Lily, Erin, and Emily have been key in my daughter's growth and I am so thankful.

I've been so impressed to see how much this cool local non-profit has been able to accomplish in…read moreour area. What started out as a two-person operation out of Kalamazoo College has expanded to provide tons of activities, training, cycling opportunities, bike repair instruction, community events and more. Kids can earn a bike by participating in an after-school program that teaches social skills as well as bicycle repair skills, and there's also a fix-a-palooza program that helps area youth learn how to maintain their cycles. Their big bike-a-palooza fundraiser at the 2017 Kalamazoo Bike Week raised over $15,000 for this awesome community-empowering program. It's a great place to donate your old bike, or your bucks or your time!

Known for "The Kalamazoo Art Hop" They got new director, if you are artist need financial help or…read morelooking for show opportunity. This is the place you like to get information. They are helpful, providing workshops to artist applying for grants. Also they host art shows music and performance. Check out "The Kalamazoo Art Hop" every first Friday.