Events

Green and good at DeLano Farms
Find out ways to incorporate early summer greens like kale, chard, and snap peas into your family's meal plan at DeLano Farms CSA. More info>
Where: DeLano Farms CSA
When: June 17, 5:00 p.m.

Kanoe the Kazoo canoe trip
The Kalamazoo River Watershed Council annual canoe trip series continues with a paddle trip from Otsego to Plainwell. Since 2003, this annual event has introduced over 1,000 citizens to the Kalamazoo River and its tributaries. More info >
Where: Fannie Pell Park, Otsego
When: June 22, 1 p.m.
Cost: FREE

Southwest Michigan Sustainable Business Forum to visit Landscape Forms
Join Southwest Michigan Sustainable Business Forum for a green manufacturing discussion at Landscape Forms. Learn how scrap wood was crafted into a successful approach to sustainable design and manufacturing. More info >
Where: Landscape Forms
When: June 25, 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: Members $15, Non-Members $25, Students $15

Student produce stand resumes June 25

Student garden produce stand resumes
Access a diverse variety of heirloom, organic vegetables grown in WMU's student garden by visiting the weekly produce stand. Drop by for a visit, ask questions you may have about gardening and sustainability efforts in Kalamazoo while picking up seasonal greens.
Where: Office for Sustainability
When: Tuesdays 3 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
(June 25 - October)
Cost: FREE

News

Southwest Michigan Farmers markets open for the season
May 14, 2103 | MLive
A list of southwest Michigan farmers markets that offer the best opportunity to buy local, fresh food while supporting local farmers and craftspeople.

Detroit Free Press calls WMU one of the state's 'green leaders'
May 9, 2013 | WMU News
WMU was named the winner in the public sector category in this year's statewide competition.