Reed Street Park ribbon cutting ceremony will include free throw contest with prizes

The city of Kalamazoo completely renovated Reed Street Park in 2019.

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KALAMAZOO, MI — Kzoo Parks will host a celebration event at Reed Street Park, 1700 Portage Street, on Wednesday, Sept. 29 to highlight recent park improvements.

The event will start at 5:30 p.m. and include a ribbon cutting, remarks, and a free throw contest with prizes. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

With funding from the Foundation for Excellence and input from neighborhood residents, the city of Kalamazoo completely renovated Reed Street Park in 2019, the city said in a news release. The project included new playground equipment, a walking path, a shelter with tables, a basketball court, exercise equipment, and bike racks.

“This project transformed Reed Street Park into a place the neighborhood can be proud of,” Kzoo Parks Director Sean Fletcher said in a news release. “Friends and families can meet, kids can play safely, and neighbors of all ages can stay active. We appreciate the community feedback that made this project possible, as well as the support from the Foundation for Excellence.

“We hope you will join us to celebrate this park on September 29,” he said.

The event was originally planned for 2020 but was rescheduled due to COVID-19. Attendees should remain cautious and follow CDC and local health official guidelines to protect themselves and the community from COVID-19. This event is free, and all community members are welcome, the city said.

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