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The Cheese Lady Kalamazoo

7035 West Q Ave., Kalamazoo, MI 49009 United States
269-353-3050

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October 2014

Cheese 101 - Kalamazoo

October 22, 2014 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $25
Learn the 7 basic families of cheese, history of cheese, how to properly store and taste cheeses, and enjoy a sampling and some accompaniments as well!  Each guest will also get to take some cheese home!  Reservations required… 269-353-3050...
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November 2014

Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 7, 2014 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
| Free
Friday, Nov. 7 & Saturday, Nov. 8 FREE to attend 2 days of fun and excitement to get you ready for the holidays.  We will have product demos, samples, raffles, and more! ’30 Second Appetizers’ featured all weekend long!...
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Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 8, 2014 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
| Free
Friday, Nov. 7 & Saturday, Nov. 8 FREE to attend 2 days of fun and excitement to get you ready for the holidays.  We will have product demos, samples, raffles, and more! ’30 Second Appetizers’ featured all weekend long!...
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Holiday Hop - Kalamazoo

November 29, 2014 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Join a variety of local businesses to celebrate Small Business Saturday and welcome in the holiday season. Enjoy a day of discovering what your local businesses have to offer: unique gifts, delicious food, holiday decor, special savings, coupons, door...
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December 2014

Washington Square Library Cheese Presentation - Kalamazoo

December 9, 2014 @ 6:30 pm
We will walk you through 7 families of cheese, with a general overview as to what makes each cheese and style unique. Enjoy a sampling of some of the styles, along with a look into the cheese-making and aging process....
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March 2015

3rd Annual Texas Corners Mac ‘n Cheese Bake Off - Kalamazoo

March 28, 2015 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Visit local businesses throughout Texas Corners while tasting delicious variations of Mac ‘n Cheese.  A family friendly event!  Proceeds benefit The Boy Scouts at Rota Kiwan....
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April 2015

Cheese 101 – Kalamazoo - Kalamazoo

April 15, 2015 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $25
Call to sign up.  269-353-3050 Learn the 7 basic families of cheese, while sampling each style.  We will discuss the history of cheese, the cheese making and aging process, and take an in depth look at what makes cheese...
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July 2015

July 4th – Special Hours – Kalamazoo - Kalamazoo

July 4, 2015 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
During Saturday, July 4th the Kalamazoo location will be open from: 9am – 1pm...
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Summer Rose’ and Appetizers - Kalamazoo

July 7, 2015 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
| $15
Enjoy a sampling of refreshing summer rose’ wines, alongside some light and refreshing appetizers.  Open late, stop in after you visit the Texas Township Farmer’s Market! Call 269-353-3050 to Register...
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Cheese 101 - Kalamazoo

July 23, 2015 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $25
Tour the world of cheese, exploring tastes, textures, history, and more!  Learn about the 7 basic families of cheese, and what makes each style unique, while sampling from each family.  Each guest will receive cheese to take home after...
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Cheese & Wine with Tempo Vino Winery - Kalamazoo

July 30, 2015 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
We’ve partnered up with Tempo Vino Winery of downtown Kalamazoo to bring you a sampling of 7 hand selected cheese & wine pairings.  Taste at your own pace. Call 269-353-3050 to register....
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August 2015

White Wines & Mozzarella - Kalamazoo

August 4, 2015 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
| $15
Enjoy a sampling of refreshing white wines, alongside some light and refreshing appetizers, all featuring various forms of mozzarella.  Open late, stop in after you visit the Texas Township Farmer’s Market! Call 269-353-3050 to register....
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Wine 101 - Kalamazoo

August 13, 2015 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
| $25
Learn the basics of wine, and what makes each varietal unique and special.  This class is taught by our guest speaker, Alex Mantakounis of Tempo Vino Winery in downtown Kalamazoo.  Samples included. Call 269-353-3050 to register....
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Family Grilled Cheese Night - Kalamazoo

August 19, 2015 @ 6:30 pm
| $10
Bring the family out before everyone heads back to school!  We will have a variety of Grilled Cheeses to choose from, as well as accompaniments and beverages. Call 269-353-3050 to register....
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September 2015

Olive Oil & Vinegar 101 - Kalamazoo

September 16, 2015 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
| $25
Learn about combining olive oils and vinegars with Polly from The Pantry and how these pair with cheese!  Enjoy samples, pairing tips, and more! Call to register: 269-353-3050...
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October 2015

Cheddar & Hard Cider Tasting - Kalamazoo

October 2, 2015 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Enjoy 6 locally made hard ciders alongside our various cheddars.  Find your perfect pairing!...
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Family Grilled Cheese Night - Kalamazoo

October 23, 2015 @ 6:30 pm
| $10
Try a new twist on an old favorite. $10/person...
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Halloween Lunch - Kalamazoo

October 31, 2015 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
| $3
We will be serving up hot soup and baguettes....
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November 2015

Cidar & Cheese - Kalamazoo

November 6, 2015 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
An informational evening with 5 great pairings. $15/person...
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Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 13, 2015 - November 14, 2015
FREE Demos, samples, discounts and more!  2 Fun-Filled and Cheesy days to get you geared up for the holidays...
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Hot Cheese Night - Kalamazoo

November 18, 2015 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Warm up with raclette, fondue, brun-uusto, and fonduta!  All with yummy accompaniments. $15/person...
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February 2016

Raclette Night - Kalamazoo

February 12, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $20
This event will include 2 varieties of raclette, with a variety of accompaniments.  Bring the family and try something new! Reservations are required, call 269-353-3050 to reserve their spot....
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Grilled Cheese Night - Kalamazoo

February 24, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
| $10
A new twist on an old favorite.  Choose from our menu of grilled cheese options. Reservations are required, call 269-353-3050 to reserve their spot....
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March 2016

Beer, Cheese, Salami & Mustard - Kalamazoo

March 9, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
| $20
Enjoy various pairings of some of our favorite items, learning about how and why they work together along the way! Reservations are required, call 269-353-3050 to reserve their spot....
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April 2016

Cheese & Wine Tasting - Kalamazoo

April 28, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $10
$10/person Call to reserve your space: 269-353-3050...
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May 2016

Cheese & Beer Tasting - Kalamazoo

May 5, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
| $15
We will host Boatyard Brewing Co. at The Cheese Lady Enjoy a selection of hand chosen beer and cheese pairings. $15/person RSVP required: 269-353-3050...
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Cheese & Cider Tasting - Kalamazoo

May 19, 2016 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Join us for an evening with Texas Corners Brewing Company tasting through hand selected cheese & cider pairings.  Gluten Free Friendly!...
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June 2016

Beer & Cheese Tasting - Kalamazoo

June 16, 2016 @ 6:30 am - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us as we host Texas Corners Brewing Co. for an evening of beer & cheese pairings.  5 hand selected pairings....
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Beer & Cheese Tasting - Kalamazoo

June 22, 2016 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
We will host One Well Brewing for a fun night of beer & cheese pairings.  5 specially selected pairings for the season....
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Rose’ Tasting - Kalamazoo

June 28, 2016 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
| $10
Stop by during / after the Texas Township Fresh on Q Farmer’s Market to taste some seasonal wines, our new favorite selection of rose’....
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November 2016

Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 11, 2016 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
2 exciting days of samples, demos, raffles, and giveaways!  Find details on our Facebook page, and keep an eye out for an exciting promotion! FREE to attend, during normal business hours....
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Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 12, 2016 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
2 exciting days of samples, demos, raffles, and giveaways!  Find details on our Facebook page, and keep an eye out for an exciting promotion! FREE to attend, during normal business hours....
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Beer & Cheese Tasting - Kalamazoo

November 30, 2016 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us as we partner again with Texas Corners Brewing Company to bring you 5 exciting beer & cheese pairings, specially selected for the cooler season.  Open house style, come and go at your own pace....
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December 2016

Painting, Cheese & Wine - Kalamazoo

December 7, 2016 @ 6:30 pm
| $45
Come out for a fun, artsy, and delicious evening with friends!  We will host local artist Kelly St. Louis for a painting instructional, and enjoy cheese and wine along the way.  Take home your own hand painted canvas!...
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January 2017

Valentine’s Cheese & Wine - Kalamazoo

January 10, 2017 @ 6:30 am - January 23, 2017 @ 5:00 pm
| $20 – $35
$20/person or $35/couple...
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February 2017

Family Grilled Cheese Night - Kalamazoo

February 1, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Select from our menu of 5 grilled cheese variations.  Always a customer favorite event! $15/person Call to reserve your space: 269-353-3050...
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Valentine’s Cheese & Wine - Kalamazoo

February 10, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $20
Friday, February 10 6:30 – 8:30pm $20/person Contact the store if you would like to purchase a set of tickets, $35/couple (this price isn’t available online)....
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Spanish Tapas Night - Kalamazoo

February 17, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $25
Join us at The Cheese Lady for an evening of various Spanish tapas and cheese!  3 wines and 4 tapas. $25/person Call to reserve your space: 269-353-3050...
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March 2017

Raclette Night - Kalamazoo

March 8, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $20
Join us for an evening learning about French Raclette, how it melts, what to serve it with, and of course, taste it!  Each attendee will receive a plate of accoutrements to enjoy with raclette.  We will finish with a...
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6 Year Anniversary Open House - Kalamazoo

March 17, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
All Day, FREE to attend. Stop by to help us celebrate our 6 Year Anniversary with free tastes and sample of some of our favorite cheeses from the past 6 years!  Irish Cheddar 25% OFF.  Discounts, raffles, and samples!...
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Wine & Cheese Tasting with Tempo Vino Winery at The Cheese Lady - Kalamazoo

March 24, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
| $15
5 locally produced wines paired with 5 hand selected cheeses....
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Art of Pairing - Kalamazoo

March 30, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
| $20
Learn how to pair cheeses with a variety of tastes and flavors from around the world.  We will teach pairing techniques and experiment with sampling! Must register in advance.  269-353-3050 or online....
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April 2017

4th Annual Texas Corners Mac ‘n Cheese Bake Off! - Kalamazoo

April 22, 2017 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Details coming soon…...
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May 2017

Cheese & Beer Tasting with Texas Corners Brewing Co - Kalamazoo

May 24, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Join us for an evening of 5 hand selected pairings, featuring new cheeses and new beers from Texas Corners Brewing Co.  Taste at your own pace in this open house style format. Must pre-register....
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Cheese & Wine Tasting with Dablon Vineyards - Kalamazoo

May 25, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Join us for an evening of 5 hand selected pairings, featuring new cheeses and new wines from this up and coming local winery.  Taste at your own pace in this open house style format. Must pre-register....
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June 2017

4th of July “Sparklers” Wine Sampling - Kalamazoo

June 30, 2017 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
FREE sampling of our new line of sparkling wines by Christie Brinkley, Bellisima.  Try the rose’, brut, and zero sugar!...
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July 2017

Mozzarella Madness! - Kalamazoo

July 12, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
| $20
Join us for a fun evening featuring one of summer’s favorite cheeses – mozzarella!  4 delicious recipes paired up with 4 wines. Burrata & sun dried tomato spread Mozzarella, Olive, & salami skewers Mozzarella di Bufala & bread, grilled...
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Kalamazoo Humane Society Charity Day - Kalamazoo

July 20, 2017
Shop with us all day and help benefit the Humane Society.  15% of all sales will go directly to helping dogs & cats and their owners in our community.  A donation box will also be available for pet care...
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Rose’ Tasting - Kalamazoo

July 26, 2017 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Try a sampling of the hottest wines of the season, Rose’!  Each featured wine will have a cheese pairing for tasting as well.  Open house format, taste at your own pace....
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August 2017

Cheese, Beer, & Cider Tasting - Kalamazoo

August 3, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us as we welcome back Texas Corners Brewing Company to feature some of their new seasonal beers and ciders, paired with a fun selection of cheeses.  Taste at your own pace, and enjoy the evening!...
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Summer Spreads Demo - Kalamazoo

August 5, 2017 @ 12:30 pm
| $10
Learn how to make summer’s favorite spread – basil pesto!  Also, another delicious recipe for sun-dried tomato and buffalo mozzarella spread.  Watch and learn as Sandy prepares both spreads, taste them freshly made, and take home a sample of...
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Cheese & Beer Tasting featuring Barn Brewers Brewery - Kalamazoo

August 10, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us in this open-house, taste at your own pace, beer & cheese event.  These are among our most popular events, as we bring you 4 hand selected pairings, perfect for the end of summer!  We will have Barn...
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September 2017

Can-Do Kitchen Fundraiser Day! - Kalamazoo

September 1, 2017
Help us support our local incubator kitchen, Can-Do Kitchen, as we donate 15% of sales to help them “Provide commercial kitchen space, food business incubation, and workshops to entrepreneurs.”  This is a tremendous organization in our local food community...
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Kalamazoo State Theater 90th Anniversary Celebration - Kalamazoo

September 8, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
We will be partnering with St. Julian to bring you wine & cheese pairings to help celebrate the State Theater’s 90th Anniversary.  This is an Art Hop Friday, so stop by to join in and raise a glass!  Free...
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Italian Wine & Cheese Tasting - Kalamazoo

September 13, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us for this taste-at-your-own-pace style event for 5 great pairings of Italian wines and cheeses....
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Cheese & Mead Pairing Featuring Confliction Meadery - Kalamazoo

September 14, 2017 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
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November 2017

Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 10, 2017 @ 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
2 Full days of exciting new products, promotions, giveaways, samples, and more!  Come in to learn about our new Adopt-an-Alp promotion and taste some special cheeses that are ONLY available at The Cheese Lady! Also, get holiday entertaining ideas...
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Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 11, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
2 Full days of exciting new products, promotions, giveaways, samples, and more!  Come in to learn about our new Adopt-an-Alp promotion and taste some special cheeses that are ONLY available at The Cheese Lady! Also, get holiday entertaining ideas...
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Small Business Saturday - Kalamazoo

November 25, 2017 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enjoy free hot cocoa, sample some locally made products, and watch us crack open an 80lb wheel of Parmigiano Reggiano...
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February 2018

Biscuits and More! - Kalamazoo

February 3, 2018 @ 9:30 am
| $5
Join us for a Saturday morning breakfast as we sample Callie’s Biscuits from Charleston, SC with a variety of toppings and accompaniments....
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Game Night! - Kalamazoo

February 22, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Gather up family and friends and come out to The Cheese Lady to enjoy an evening of various board games.  Games and cheese plates provided....
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March 2018

Grilled Cheese Night - Kalamazoo

March 8, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Come out and enjoy a sampling of some of our favorite grilled cheese recipes. Non-alcoholic beverage and side included....
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Cider & Cheese Pairing with Texas Corners Brewing Co. - Kalamazoo

March 15, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
New cheese & cider pairings....
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April 2018

Cheese & Beer Pairing featuring Paw Paw Brewing Co. - Kalamazoo

April 13, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
| $15
Cheese & Beer Pairing featuring Paw Paw Brewing Co. Friday, April 13th 6:30pm – 8pm $15/person...
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Texas Corners Mac ‘n Cheese Bake Off - Kalamazoo

April 21, 2018 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
| $5
Taste samples of mac ‘n cheese recipes at businesses throughout Texas Corners, then vote for your favorites!  Family friendly activities also! 12pm – 2pm; $5/person...
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May 2018

Cheese & Wine Tasting featuring Tempo Vino Winery - Kalamazoo

May 3, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Come try 5 new pairings featuring spring flavors and fruit wines from Tempo Vino Winery.  Taste at your own pace....
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Meet the Cheesemaker - Kalamazoo

May 9, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $25
This is an exciting new event for us.  Come meet Jonathan, the cheesemaker at Windshadow Creamery in Bangor, MI.  This class will include in-depth Cheese 101, the life of cheese, and cheesemaking information, as well as samples and tastings!...
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August 2018

Wine & Cheese Tasting - Kalamazoo

August 23, 2018 @ 6:30 pm
| $20
This is a seated event where we will taste exciting new wines from Croatia, and pair them with some of our favorite cheeses.  Additional accompaniments will be available as well.  These cheeses and wines will be exclusive to this...
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November 2018

Holiday Open House - Kalamazoo

November 9, 2018
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One event on November 10, 2018 at 12:00 am

Free samples all day! Discounts, giveaways, and gift ideas!...
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February 2019

SOLD OUT – Italian Wine & Cheese - Kalamazoo

February 21, 2019 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
Join us for a sampling of one of our favorite regions – Italy!...
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March 2019

Cider, Beer & Cheese Pairing - Kalamazoo

March 27, 2019 @ 6:30 pm
| $15
We are partnering with our friends at Texas Corners Brewing Company to bring you 5 new and exciting pairings of ciders and beers....
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April 2019

Texas Corners Mac ‘n Cheese Bake Off - Kalamazoo

April 27, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
| $5
Come on out for the annual community event, with proceeds benefitting Pretty Lake Adventure Camp.  Fun for the whole family.  Sample mac ‘n cheese dishes from local businesses, vote for your favorites, enjoy music and family friendly activities as...
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June 2019

Sample Saturdays - Kalamazoo

June 29, 2019
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Saturday, repeating until September 2, 2019

Every Saturday through Labor Day weekend. Swing by the store and sample some new cheeses, fun recipes, and exciting products that we love carrying!...
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July 2019

Sidewalk Sale! - Kalamazoo

July 13, 2019
Stop by and find a deal!  Cutting boards, gifts, cheeses and more will be on sale.  Find something for a friend, or for yourself....
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Lunchtime Cheese 101 - Kalamazoo

July 17, 2019 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
| $15
Join us for a lunch and learn, cheese edition!  This mini Cheese 101 will give you a basic understanding of how cheese is made and 7 different families of cheese.  The class will include a small lunch plate and...
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August 2019

Cheese & Wine Pairing – Sold Out - Kalamazoo

August 2, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us for an evening of cheeses and wines from Tempo Vino Winery of downtown Kalamazoo.  5 fun and summery pairings to try. Come any time and go at your own pace in this open-house format event....
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October 2019

Cider & Cheese Pairing - Kalamazoo

October 17, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us as we host Texas Corners Brewing Company for a fun and unique experience of pairing locally produced hard ciders with our cheeses from around the world....
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Wine & Cheese Pairing - Kalamazoo

October 25, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
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November 2019

Holiday Open House AT Texas Corners - Kalamazoo

November 9, 2019 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Join us for free samples, prizes, and fun at our annual Holiday Open House....
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Corners Holiday Kickoff - Kalamazoo

November 23, 2019 @ 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Kickoff Your Holidays in the Corners by Supporting Local Business. Area businesses will be featuring discounts, deals, and more! 4-7pm: Check Out the Texas Township Holiday Market & Tree Lighting at the Joyce Neubauer Pavilion...
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December 2019

Exclusive Event! Rare Cheddar Tasting! – 1:00pm - Kalamazoo

December 8, 2019 @ 1:00 pm
| $50
RARE! RARE! RARE! Join us for a very exciting and exclusive event.  We will be featuring a lineup of very sharp, and very hard to find cheddar cheeses.  Starting with a 5 year, moving on to sample a 10...
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Exclusive Event! Rare Cheddar Tasting! – 3:00pm - Kalamazoo

December 8, 2019 @ 3:00 pm
| $50
RARE! RARE! RARE! Join us for a very exciting and exclusive event.  We will be featuring a lineup of very sharp, and very hard to find cheddar cheeses.  Starting with a 5 year, moving on to sample a 10...
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Exclusive Event! Rare Cheddar Tasting! – 5:00pm - Kalamazoo

December 8, 2019 @ 5:00 pm
| $50
RARE! RARE! RARE! Join us for a very exciting and exclusive event.  We will be featuring a lineup of very sharp, and very hard to find cheddar cheeses.  Starting with a 5 year, moving on to sample a 10...
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January 2020

Port Wine & Cheese Tasting - Kalamazoo

January 30, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
| $15
Join us as we host Tempo Vino Winery for an evening of cheese and wine.  Tempo Vino is releasing their lineup of dessert wines, and we will pair each with a specially selected cheese.  This will be an open...
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March 2020

Cheese & Beer Pairing with Texas Corners Brewing Co. - Kalamazoo

March 25, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
| $15
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Cheese & Wine Pairing - Kalamazoo

March 27, 2020 @ 6:30 pm
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