European Automobile Show
NEXT Saturday - June 13, 2026
The Euro is a fresh take on the car show, celebrating European vehicles and the lifestyle that comes with them. From Alfa Romeo, BMW, Porsche, and MG to elite marques like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Aston Martin, Jaguar, and Range Rover, the show spans classics to modern icons.
This isn’t just about cars. Lifestyle-focused vendors, food trucks, interactive engagement areas, a sound-off, and best-of awards round out the experience.
In partnership with the Kalamazoo Italian American Club, guests can enjoy a dedicated lounge featuring bocce ball, specialty drinks, tastings, and even a pizza dough toss.
All European makes are welcome, with exclusive showcase areas reserved for high-end vehicles.
Come for the cars. Stay for the culture.
This isn’t just about cars. Lifestyle-focused vendors, food trucks, interactive engagement areas, a sound-off, and best-of awards round out the experience.
In partnership with the Kalamazoo Italian American Club, guests can enjoy a dedicated lounge featuring bocce ball, specialty drinks, tastings, and even a pizza dough toss.
All European makes are welcome, with exclusive showcase areas reserved for high-end vehicles.
Come for the cars. Stay for the culture.
Day of Service
May 30, 2026
9am-12pm
We partner with Loaves & Fishes to sort food donations for the US Mail Carriers Stamp Out Hunger food drive.
Joseph A Cekola Memorial
Dinner & Dance
Saturday - March 28, 2026
Radisson Plaza Hotel - Downtown Kalamazoo
This is an annual fundraising dinner to support the Joseph A. Cekola Memorial Endowment Fund. The fund issues grants to nonprofit organizations supporting families with permanently disabled children living at home.
If you would like to attend with the Kalamazoo Italian American Club, please RSVP to [email protected]
If you would like to attend with the Kalamazoo Italian American Club, please RSVP to [email protected]
Arancince Cooking Class
Sunday, March 8, 2026 at 1:00pm
SOLD OUT
Roll up your sleeves and learn how to make classic Sicilian arancine from scratch. 🍽️
Join the Kalamazoo Italian American Club for a hands-on class where you’ll shape, fill, and fry these golden rice balls while hearing the stories behind this beloved tradition.
* This is a hands on class, so bring your own apron and your beverage of choice.
You'll enjoy a pasta dinner along with your own handmade arancine.
Your registration supports our mission to preserve and share Italian culture in our community through food, language, and connection around the table.
$40 per person
Join the Kalamazoo Italian American Club for a hands-on class where you’ll shape, fill, and fry these golden rice balls while hearing the stories behind this beloved tradition.
* This is a hands on class, so bring your own apron and your beverage of choice.
You'll enjoy a pasta dinner along with your own handmade arancine.
Your registration supports our mission to preserve and share Italian culture in our community through food, language, and connection around the table.
$40 per person
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Thank you to everyone who joined us and learned how to make arancine - and the difference between arancine, arancina, and arancini !
Also, special thanks to Kalamazoo Cookie Company for letting us use their space and helping make things run smoothly! If you weren't at our event, you missed out on the Limoncello cookies and the Chocolate Chip cookies that were fantastic!!!! Check them out - - Kalamazoo Cookie Co. |
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Bocce Tournament & Silent Auction
Sunday - February 15, 2026
Thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed this event. 28 bocce teams and 26 baskets and prize packages in our silent auction. It was a great day of friendly competition and fellowship!
2026 Champions
Donald Leske & Doug Seman 
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2nd Place
Andy Dominianni & Charlie Arnone 
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3rd Place
Jeremy Winer & Nicollette Wands 
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Grab your balls - it's bocce time!
Join us for our annual bocce tournament & silent auction. Team registration is $60. Individual players can register for $30 and we will pair you with a partner. * Check-in starts at 10:00am * There will be a cash bar and food available for lunch. * Silent auction throughout the day. * Come show off your bocce skills for a chance to win some great prizes. |
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Spaghetti allo Scoglio
Braised Beef over Polenta
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Wine Dinner Experience
Sunday - January 25, 2026 An evening of Italian flavors, good wine, and community 🍷 A four course dinner with wine pairings while you learn about the wines, wineries and regions they originate from.
$60 per person Thank you for gathering with us around the table. Casa di Amici 773 West Michigan Avenue * Parking is on Academy Street and in closed hotel parking lot |
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