Good morning, Battle Creek.

Visitors to Pet Supplies Plus in Battle Creek will join a pictures with Santa event on Saturday, November 29 hosted by Reflections Outcast Animal Rescue — the $15 fee gives a digital download and a printed photo while raising funds for animal care.

The Franke Center for the Arts has started its annual fundraising campaign to support music, theater and arts education in Marshall and Calhoun County.

The nonprofit has hosted concerts, film festivals and youth theater shows for over 20 years — it now asks local donors to help keep its programs running.

On Saturday, Harper Creek's Ella Laupp and Lakeview's Raegan Magnus earned all-state honors at the high school swimming championships in Holland.

Laupp, a sophomore who finished third in the 200 freestyle (she broke her school record) and sixth in the 500 freestyle, showed a strong performance while Magnus became the first Lakeview swimmer to earn state honors in girls swimming since 2022.

Winter Wanderland 2025

2-8 p.m. — Festival Market Square, Battle Creek, MI — Free entry — Celebrate the holiday spirit with a magical collection of events throughout the city.

Ezra Ray Hart Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Firekeepers — Starting at $100 — Experience an unforgettable evening of music with Ezra Ray Hart at Firekeepers Casino.

11th Annual Jingle in the Creek USA Wrestling Tournament

8:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Kellogg Arena — $10 admission — Experience thrilling youth wrestling matches with festive holiday spirit.

Hazard Control Conference

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek — Check Official Website — Engage in workshops and sessions focused on improving safety protocols and risk management in various industries.

Winter Jam 2025 - Best of Both Worlds Edition

7 PM - 1 AM — Kellogg Arena — $39+ — Experience a spectacular night of music uniting hip-hop and R&B for a vibrant celebration of culture and community.