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SUMMARY:Que Calor Art Series - Fall 2025
DESCRIPTION:The Que Calor Art Series is back for its Fall Edition! Join us for the Fall into the Arts closing event as we feature a group show of Battle Creek artists \n????️ Artwork by Battle Creek Society of Artists\n???? Cocktails \, ☕️ Coffee Drinks\, and featured food from Café Rica\n???????????? Winners of the Fall into the Arts public voting will be announced at 9:15 \nPowered by: Color the Creek\, ACCBC\, and Breaking Bred
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/que-calor-art-series-fall-2025/
LOCATION:Café Rica\, 62 E Michigan Ave\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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ORGANIZER;CN="Color the Creek":MAILTO:colorthecreek@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Fall into the Arts - Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:Color the Creek\, ACCBC\, and Small Business Battle Creek are proud to announce the return of Fall into the Arts to Downtown Battle Creek! \nJoin us for a Downtown art walk and competition on Friday\, October 17 from 5–8 PM! \n???? Up to 15 featured artists at Downtown businesses\n???? Explore pop-up galleries\, meet artists\, and support local businesses\n????️ Cast your vote for your favorite artist\n???? Prizes: $2\,000 (1st)\, $1\,000 (2nd)\, $500 (3rd)\n✨ Free + open to the public! \nArtists can apply here: www.colorthecreek.com/fallarts \nCome celebrate community\, creativity\, and fall in Downtown Battle Creek!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/fall-into-the-arts-downtown-battle-creek/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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SUMMARY:Que Calor - Youth Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spring Que Calor event at Café Rica – featuring the artwork of Battle Creek Youth from the Jaylei Art Program. \nWitness a stunning array of works created by talented young individuals from Battle Creek. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity\, from paintings\, collage art\, and mixed media. \nFeatured Youth Artists will be: \nSavannah Lee\nSylas Watson\nKamilah McGlothan\nOliver Pearce\nCarys Edwards\nRickey Ford\nVaughn Taylor\nSofia Arroyo\nLandyn Katsarsky\nJuston Davenport \nHelp us celebrate the talent of the Youth in our community at a fun Quarterly Art event hosted at Café Rica\, in partnership with Color the Creek\, ACCBC\, and Breaking Bred
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/que-calor-youth-art-show/
LOCATION:Café Rica\, 62 E Michigan Ave\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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SUMMARY:Que Calor Art Show Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Color the Creek\, Breaking Bred\, and ACCBC are proud to bring you the Winter 2025 Que Calor Art Show on Friday Feb 28 from 8pm to 10pm. \nThis season’s Featured Artist Erik McCloud from Battle Creek and Guest Artist Joshua Cronk from Battle Creek will be showcasing their amazing artwork on the walls of Café Rica. \nDrinks by Café Rica\, DJ sounds by DJ Tate 5 \nFree | All are Welcome!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/que-calor-art-show-winter-2025/
LOCATION:Café Rica\, 62 E Michigan Ave\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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SUMMARY:Que Calor Art Show
DESCRIPTION:Color the Creek\, Breaking Bred\, and ACCBC are thrilled to present the Fall 2024 Que Calor Art Show!  Join us on Friday\, November 22nd\, from 8 PM to 10 PM for a night celebrating creativity\, culture\, and community. \n\n\n\nThis season’s featured artist\, Jaziel Pugh from Battle Creek\, and guest artist Soso-Akalesh from Grand Rapids will transform the walls of Café Rica with their incredible artwork.\n\n\n\nEnjoy drinks by Café Rica and groove to DJ sounds provided by Medulla Entertainment.  \n\n\n\nAdmission is FREE\, and everyone is welcome! Don’t miss this night of art\, music\, and good vibes.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/que-calor-art-show/
LOCATION:Café Rica\, 62 E Michigan Ave\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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ORGANIZER;CN="Color the Creek":MAILTO:colorthecreek@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:ACCBC Open House - 1 Year Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the ACCBC Open House & 1-Year Anniversary Celebration \n? Date: November 8th\n? Time: 4pm – 7pm\n? Location: 145 Capital Ave NE\, Battle Creek\, MI \nJoin the Art and Culture Collective of Battle Creek (ACCBC) as we open our doors to the community for an exclusive Open House event! We’re celebrating a year of creativity\, community engagement\, and artistic expression\, and we want YOU to be a part of it. \n– Explore our creative space\n– Get a sneak peek at our upcoming projects\n– Meet our passionate team of artists (Grassroots council)\n– Learn about our mission to challenge systems and uplift our community through art and culture\n– Discover ways to get involved and support our initiatives
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/accbc-open-house-1-year-anniversary/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church of Battle Creek\, 145 Capital Ave NE\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Inspired,Get Local
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SUMMARY:Que Calor Art Series: Fashion Show with Madoso
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to ignite your senses this Hispanic Heritage Month with a sizzling showcase of art and fashion by the dynamic duo\, Javiar & Johan Fortoso – the genius minds behind the electrifying Madoso line! ? Join us for the sensational ‘Que Calor’ event where their scintillating collection will set the night ablaze. And don’t miss the chance to savor delectable Café Rica-infused tacos that will tantalize your taste buds.\n?️ Secure your spot now! Pre-Sale Tickets: $10 | Day-of Tickets: $15\n? Hurry\, tickets are selling like hotcakes at www.getcaferica.com!\nQUE CALOR MEANS “WHAT’S HOT” IN SPANISH AND IS THE PERFECT NAME FOR AN ART MENTORSHIP/GALLERY HYBRID EVENT OCCURRING QUARTERLY IN BATTLE CREEK IN COLLABORATION WITH THE BREAKING BRED\, COLOR THE CREEK\, CAFE RICA\, ACCBC & THE ART CENTER OF BATTLE CREEK. THIS EVENT IS AN OPEN OPPORTUNITY FOR OUR COMMUNITY TO BE INTRODUCED TO FEATURED ARTISTS IN THE INDUSTRY WHILE ALSO GIVING LOCAL�ARTISTS AN OPPORTUNITY TO EXHIBIT ALONGSIDE THE FEATURED ARTISTS.qUE c
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/que-calor-art-series-fashion-show-with-madoso/
LOCATION:Café Rica\, 62 E Michigan Ave\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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SUMMARY:Art of Soul Reception
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the reception for Art of Soul\, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet and mingle with the featured artists in the exhibit. This is a unique chance to experience some truly inspiring artwork and to connect with the creative minds behind it. \nWe’ll be showcasing a variety of styles and mediums\, so there’s sure to be something that speaks to you. Whether you’re a seasoned art enthusiast or just looking to explore something new\, we know you’ll find something to love at this event. \nSo mark your calendars for the Art of Soul reception and get ready to immerse yourself in the beauty and creativity of some truly amazing artists.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/art-of-soul-reception/
LOCATION:Art Center of Battle Creek\, 265 E Emmett St\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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SUMMARY:The Sound of Freedom: A Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:As we celebrate Juneteenth\, Willard Library presents the “Sound of Freedom\,” a celebration of African-American musicians who nurtured their art in Battle Creek and went on to change the world. The event will feature a mix of musical performances and conversations\, moderated by Sonya Bernard-Hollins\, author of ”Here I Stand.”\nThis is a ticketed event. Tickets will be available to pick up at either library location beginning June 1\, while supplies last.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/the-sound-of-freedom-a-juneteenth-celebration/
LOCATION:Battle Creek Regional History Museum\, 307 Jackson St W\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49037\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Local
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SUMMARY:Spring Art Social
DESCRIPTION:Color the Creek is excited to be partnering with the City’s Small Business Development Office to put on Downtown Battle Creek’s first Spring Art Social on Friday May 19 from 4 to 8pm. \nThe Spring Art Social is a new Art Hop-style event that will take the place of the annual Spring into the Arts event that is currently on pause this year. \nCome see Artists popped up in Downtown businesses and walk the Downtown Social District to enjoy outdoor Art and Local Business Vendors\, Street Musicians\, Live Art\, and Live Music \nAre you an Artist or Business who would like to participate? Sign-up now at: https://bit.ly/springartsocial \nThank you to the Arts & Culture Collective of Battle Creek for helping make this happen!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/spring-art-social/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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