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Jennifer McGowen

With family roots in Port Huron, Michigan, Jennifer McGowen was happy to move to Kalamazoo in 2025 to return home after living in North Carolina for two years. She is excited to share her own personal visitor experience with Discover Kalamazoo and promote the vibrant community of Kalamazoo County in her new role. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys exploring hiking trails, kayaking, trying new restaurants, photographing nature, and enjoying live theatre performances.

Your Kalamazoo Holiday Gift Guide

It can be a daunting task to find the perfect holiday gift for a friend, family member, or loved one. That’s why we wanted to simplify your holiday shopping by encouraging you to give the gift of Kalamazoo this holiday season! Whether it is freshly baked croissants from a bakery, a handmade ceramic…

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Pet-Friendly Plans in Kalamazoo County, MI

Traveling is a whole lot easier when you can bring your furry friend along with you. In Kalamazoo County, we love to highlight places where you can stay, dine, and experience it all with your best friend. Places to Stay Hotels like the Clarion Inn, Homewood Suites, Candlewood Suites, Hampton Inn…

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Farmers Markets in Kalamazoo County

With summer in full swing, now is the best time to attend a local farmers market! The Kalamazoo area is home to a multitude of farmers markets and farm stands, so no matter where you are in the county, you can find locally-grown and handmade products right where you are. Kalamazoo Farmers Market…

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