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SUMMARY:Winter Jam 2025 – Best of Both Worlds
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for one of Michigan’s biggest nights of music and culture! \nWinter Jam 2025 – Best of Both Worlds Edition brings Skilla Baby × Jacquees together on one stage for an unforgettable concert celebrating unity\, arts\, and culture through music. Hosted by comedian Jack Funny\, with special guest Gloss Up. 🔥 \nPresented by R.I.S.E. Entertainment & E Baller Touring\, this event uses entertainment as a powerful tool for community connection\, cultural pride\, and positive expression — highlighting Battle Creek’s growing influence in the Midwest music scene. \nThis concert is also part of R.I.S.E.’s broader mission to uplift and empower African-American communities through arts and entertainment\, using music as a form of violence intervention\, cultural restoration\, and healing. \nExperience explosive performances\, local talent\, and pure energy as hip-hop and R&B collide in\nthis Best of Both Worlds experience. \n📍 Kellogg Arena | Battle Creek\, MI📅 Saturday\, December 20\, 2025⏰ Doors open at 6:00 PM | Show starts at 7:00 PM \n🎟️ Tickets available online now! \n\nGeneral Admission (Balcony/Upper Level): $30.00\nBalcony Deal: 2 for $50 or Buy 3\, Get 1 Free\n• Lower Bowl / Floor GA: $60.00\n• VIP: SOLD OUT\n• Backstage Passes: Contact Damon Brown at Leadership@risecorp.org or (269)\n358-9466\n\nSponsorship info: \n(269) 358-9466 or (810) 347-3201\, or dbrown42178@gmail.com \nIn-person box office purchases are by appointment only. Please call (269) 788-1101 to schedule an appointment. Box office hours are 9am-3pm\, Mon-Fri. \n\n🚫 There will be NO re-entry for this event.\n🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure for $8 \n🚫 NO OUTSIDE FOOD/BEVERAGE OR WEAPONS PERMITTED IN THE KELLOGG ARENA. 🚫 \n👜 Kellogg Arena Bag Policy \nFor the safety and security of all guests\, Kellogg Arena enforces the following bag policy: \n\nBags may be no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”.\n\nAll bags are subject to search upon entry. \n\n\nGuests are encouraged to leave bags at home whenever possible to expedite the entry process. Thank you for your cooperation. \n💰 ATM: The nearest ATM to Kellogg Arena is Kellogg Community Credit Union (35 Jackson St W). Guests can cross through Festival Market Square and access ATM through the Jackson St. parking lot.
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SUMMARY:Jingle Bell Laughs 2025
DESCRIPTION:🎄Get ready to laugh loud this holiday season at Jingle Bell Laughs—a one-night comedy blowout starring Ron Taylor\, as seen on BET’s Apollo Live\, Fox’s Laughs\, All Def-Digital\, and handpicked by Bill Burr for Comedy Central’s The Ringers. Featuring Blain Hill\, Kevin Johnson\, Ree Ledbetter\, and Patty Rooney\, and hosted by Comedy Central’s own Mike Geeter\, this all-star lineup hits the stage at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek on Friday\, December 19 at 8PM. Don’t miss your chance to catch the hottest holiday comedy event in Michigan. \nHeadliner: Ron Taylor\nOpeners: Blain Hill\, Kevin Johnson\, Ree Ledbetter\, Patty Rooney\n\nHost: Mike Geeter\n\n🎟️ Purchase tickets HERE\nVIP: $38 (includes preferential table seating\, private bar and meet & greet with performers.)\nGA HOLIDAY SPECIAL: BOGO FREE ($13 each)\n\nGuests must be 18 years or older to purchase. Minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.\n🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure for $5\n\nThank you to our community partner\, Kellogg Community Credit Union\, for helping to make this event a success!\n\n\n  \nRON TAYLOR – Ron Taylor is a stand-up comedian\, writer\, and actor from Detroit\, now based in Los Angeles. He was just cast as a series regular on Freeform’s comedy series\, NONE OF THE ABOVE. In 2018\, he was selected as a New Face at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal\, and in 2017\, he performed at the festival as part of Kevin Hart’s talent showcase LOL LIVE. Ron has appeared on B.E.T’s “Apollo Live\,” Fox TV’s “Laughs\,” and various viral videos on the All Def-Digital network. He was chosen by Bill Burr to perform on Comedy Central’s stand-up series\, The Ringers.Ron performs at festivals and clubs worldwide\, including hosting Blake Griffin’s Charity Comedy Show in Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook’s Charity Comedy show in Oklahoma City. He’s a paid regular at the famous Comedy Store in Hollywood. Most recently\, he appeared in the FX series “Oh Jerome\, No\,” directed by Alex Karpovsky\, and will feature in Yassir Lester’s upcoming film THE GUTTER. \nYOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/O5jku2WIWHM \n\nBLAIN HILL – Blain Hill is a comedian\, writer\, and podcaster from Detroit\, Michigan. A mainstay of the Detroit comedy scene for more than a decade\, Blain has entertained audiences all across the country with his sharp\, original writing and deadpan delivery. Blain is a regular performer at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle\, the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase\, and The Detroit House Of Comedy and has shared the stage with greats like Barry Crimmins\, Jimmy Pardo\, and Sam Morril. \nKEVIN JOHNSON – Kevin Johnson is a native Detroiter who uses his urban upbringing to express his unique prospective on the world and everything in it. For the last 11 years he has enjoyed traveling coast to coast spreading smiles to audiences. From dating to work life he finds a hilarious way to tell stories using wit and physical comedy. Whether right or wrong he will entertain you with his views…just one man’s opinion. \nREE LEDBETTER – Comedian Ree Ledbetter has been entertaining audiences at venues across the Midwest and Canada\, such as Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle\, The Windsor Comedy Club\, The Laugh Factory Chicago\, and every dive bar in between. With her unique life experiences\, lighthearted self-deprecation\, and likable energetic presence\, she has become a fan favorite wherever she performs. \nPATTY ROONEY – Patty Rooney is a Metro Detroit comedian\, improviser\, writer\, and filmmaker. Her sketch comedy videos have been featured on WhoHaHa. When she’s not performing stand-up\, she’s improvising with her troupe\, Big Fun Social for their monthly sold-out show “Big Fun Murder” at Go Comedy. You can catch her doing standup around the Midwest\, most recently at the Detroit Women of Comedy Festival. \n\nAND\, YOUR HOST\, MIKE GEETER – Mike is a unique comedian who hails from Pontiac\, MI. Despite being a dropout from an Ivy League\, he is a proud graduate of a community college. His humor is an insightful take on current events\, family\, and relationships. Growing up in a family with 17 siblings and being a father himself\, Mike’s comedy is a blend of sharp wit and a smooth delivery. He has performed at some of the most prestigious comedy venues in the U.S. and Canada and has had the opportunity to work with Kevin Hart\, Tom Papa\, Maria Bamford\, Hannibal Burress\, Natasha Leggero\, Jim Norton\, and Rickey Smiley\, among others. \nFor more than a dozen years\, Mike has been a versatile artist who has been featured on Fox Television and Hulu’s comedy showcase “Laughs\,” and on the Detroit episode of “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart Of The City 2” on Comedy Central. He has also moderated and hosted at national conferences\, played Santa in a national OnStar commercial\, and portrayed a casino bartender in a regional commercial. Additionally\, he delivered a TEDTalk in October 2022 and can now be heard on SiriusXM on Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio. Mike’s company\, SamRose Entertainment\, produces comedy events around Michigan\, including the Traverse City Comedy Festival! \nMike’s first full-length comedy CD\, “The Charm Offensive\,” is available on all digital platforms. His new “Put It On Tape: Detroit” mini-special can be seen on YouTube.
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LOCATION:Kellogg Arena\, 1 McCamly Sqaure\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
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SUMMARY:Downtown Country Jam featuring Drake Milligan
DESCRIPTION:Roach Home Improvement\, Kellogg Arena and WIN 98.5 present: Downtown Country Jam! \n Featuring: Drake Milligan with special guest Jason Cross\, and a special FREE pre-party at Festival Market Square\, with performance from Michigan native Audrey Ray!  Saturday\, August 16\, 2025 | Show: 7pm\, Pre-Party: 4pm-6pm \n🤠 Get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time at Downtown Country Jam\, bringing high-energy country music to the heart of Battle Creek! Headlining the night is country sensation Drake Milligan\, known for his classic sound and electrifying performances. Opening for him is the talented Michigan native Jason Cross\, delivering a powerful set that will have fans singing along all night long. \n🍻 Start the party early at Festival Market Square\, 4pm-6pm\, where the official Pre-Party kicks off with live music\, craft vendors\, food trucks\, and ice-cold drinks to get you in the country spirit before the main event at Kellogg Arena. Opening performance by Audrey Ray\, Michigan native and rising country star\, who can be seen sharing the stage with national touring artists such as Uncle Kracker and Kelsea Ballerini. \n🎤 Hosted by Mike Geeter and Michael Harrison \n🎵 Don’t miss your chance to experience an unforgettable night of country music\, great vibes\, and good times in Downtown Battle Creek\, all for a great cause! A portion of ticket proceeds benefit The Haven of Rest. \n🎟️ Tickets on sale now! CLICK HERE \n—————————————————————————————————————————————————— \n🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure: $8 \n🚫 NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE PERMITTED IN THE KELLOGG ARENA. Concessions available on site. 🚫 \n👜 Kellogg Arena Bag Policy \nFor the safety and security of all guests\, Kellogg Arena enforces the following bag policy: \n\n\nBags must be no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”. \n\n\nAll bags are subject to search upon entry. \n\n\nGuests are encouraged to leave bags at home whenever possible to expedite the entry process. Thank you for your cooperation. \nPRE-PARTY VENDOR REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! $50 per booth rental space. Register HERE. \n \n\n🎹 Singer\, songwriter\, and actor\, Drake Milligan has been hailed as a Country traditionalist redefining the current landscape of the music industry. Making his breakout debut\, with his critically acclaimed album\, Dallas / Fort Worth\, Milligan perfected his baritone vocals and honky-tonk hooks to create his one-of-a-kind signature sound. Recently releasing\, his follow up EP\, Jukebox Songs\, Milligan once again sets the stage for another project full of high-energy\, twang and soulful Country. Drake recently performed at Stagecoach Festival 2025.\n\n\n\nJason Cross is a rising\, fully-independent country rock artist known for his edgy style and country swagger. Originally from Michigan\, Jason began performing in 2015 and moved to Nashville in 2020. With a haircut fit for a rockstar and the stage presence to match\, Jason has created an undeniable brand for himself. Over the years\, Jason has opened for national acts such as Jon Langston\, Chase Matthew\, Lakeview\, Granger Smith\, and Buckcherry\, steadily building a dedicated fan base along the way. His music has also been featured on Spotify playlists such as “All New Country\,” “New Music Friday Country\,” and “Fresh Finds Country.” To kick off 2025\, Jason joined Lakeview on their headlining “Blue Collar Country” tour\, which wrapped up at the end of March. Inspired by a diverse range of artists\, including Alice in Chains\, Randy Houser\, and Koe Wetzel.
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SUMMARY:SamRose Entertainment Presents: Jingle Bell Laughs
DESCRIPTION:🎄SamRose Entertainment Presents: Jingle Bell Laughs\, where top comedians take the stage to bring you a sleigh-full of laughter\, festive cheer\, and side-splitting comedy! This is not your typical holiday gathering—prepare for all the seasonal silliness you can handle.\n\n❄️ Whether you’re looking to escape the holiday hustle or just in need of a good belly laugh\, this event is perfect for you and your loved ones. So\, gather your friends\, put on your ugliest holiday sweater\, and come prepared for a night of holiday humor that will have you laughing all the way home. \n\nHeadliner: Dean Edwards (Saturday Night Live\, Netflix)\nOpeners: Ann Duke\, Melanie Hearn\, Richard Mathis\, Alexa Stanton\nHost: Mike Geeter\n\nAdmission: Tickets on sale Friday\, October 18.\nVIP: $48 (includes preferential table seating\, private bar and meet & greet with performers.)\nGA: $23\n\nPurchase tickets HERE!\n\nInterested in becoming a sponsor? Sign up using the form here!\n\n    \n\nDean Edwards is a clean comedian perfectly suited for corporate events. With over 30 years as a stand-up comedian\, he is one of the more sought-after comedians touring both domestically and internationally. Most notably recognized for his two-year tenure as a cast member of NBC’s Saturday Night Live\, Edwards is best known for his multitude of remarkable celebrity impressions that include Denzel Washington\, Dave Chappelle\, Jay-Z\, Mo’Nique\, Chris Rock\, 50 Cent\, and Eddie Murphy. Recently\, Dean showcased his amazing talents in his first comedy special\, NETFLIX’s Tiffany Haddish Presents: THEY READY\, which is currently airing on Netflix.\nEdwards’ filmography includes supporting roles in Top Five\, Spiderman 3\, and Tony ‘n’ Tina’s Wedding. He has had guest appearances on Hulu’s supernatural comedy series\, Deadbeat\, as well as HBO’s The Sopranos. Dean also spent 2 years creating and workshopping the character of “Donkey” in Dreamworks’ SHREK THE MUSICAL on Broadway. This led to his being chosen as Eddie Murphy’s vocal double\, voicing the role of Donkey in Dreamworks’ animated Halloween special\, Scared Shrekless\, and countless other Shrek-related projects.\nDean can currently be seen starring in the comedy\, ‘CON JOB’\, on Amazon Prime. He also voiced Corey Booker\, Common\, and various roles on the 2nd & 3rd season of Showtime’s television series\, Our Cartoon President. His talents were also showcased on multiple episodes of Robert Smigel’s FOX series\, Let’s Be Real as well as appearing on HBO’s Game Theory with Bomani Jones.\nAs a stand-up comedian\, Dean is an in-demand headliner at comedy clubs worldwide: touring nationwide as well as recent international tours in Qatar\, China\, and Saudi Arabia. Most recently Dean was one of the highlights at the Dubai Comedy Festival.\nDean blends his quick wit with observational humor\, perfectly suited for your next event. His approach is conversational while always ensuring that his material is relatable and well-received. He has had success performing for The NFL and MLB as well as a recent two-month/24 base tour with the US Air Force.\nDean also starred in and co-produced the award winning\, Off-Broadway hit\, RACE: THE MOVIE: THE PLAY\, which premiered at the New York Theatre Festival and recently completed a sold-out run at the Soho Playhouse. The play is preparing for a larger run in 2025. As well\, he is a working on a scripted project with Tiffany Haddish’s\, She Ready Productions.\n \n\nMike is a unique comedian who hails from Pontiac\, MI. Despite being a dropout from an Ivy League\, he is a proud graduate of a community college. His humor is an insightful take on current events\, family\, and relationships. Growing up in a family with 17 siblings and being a father himself\, Mike’s comedy is a blend of sharp wit and a smooth delivery. He has performed at some of the most prestigious comedy venues and has had the opportunity to work with Kevin Hart\, Tom Papa\, Hannibal Burress\, Natasha Leggero\, Jim Norton\, and Rickey Smiley\, among others.\nMike is a versatile artist who has been featured on Fox Television and Hulu’s comedy showcase “Laughs\,” and on the Detroit episode of “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart Of The City 2” on Comedy Central. He has also moderated and hosted at national conferences\, played Santa in a national OnStar commercial\, and portrayed a casino bartender in a regional commercial. Additionally\, he delivered a TEDTalk in October 2022 and can now be heard on SiriusXM on Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio!\nMike’s first full-length comedy CD\, “The Charm Offensive\,” is available on all digital platforms.\n\nNo stranger to the Kellogg Arena\, Ann Duke is a favorite of “women of a certain age” who can relate to the trials and tribulations of being single and navigating middle age. Her observations on generational differences and relationships are clever and poignant. For younger audiences\, she’s your Mom’s sassy\, sexy best friend. She has performed at comedy shows and festivals across the region including Sound Board at Motor City Casino\, Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle\, Detroit House of Comedy\, One Night Stan’s\, The Traverse City Comedy Club\, and the Detroit Women of Comedy Festival. She has appeared with national headliners Tom Papa\, Vic Dibitetto\, Eric D’Alessandro\, Nathan Timmell\, Lynne Koplitz\, Dave Landau\, Derek Richards\, Mike Geeter\, Zach Martina\, Mike Bonner\, and more. For the last two years\, she co-produced the wildly successful Traverse City Comedy Fest and runs comedy shows and events across the state with her partner Mike Geeter\, doing business as SamRose Entertainment. She is a member of a branded show called Eyes Up Here which features five of Michigan’s top female comics. She appeared as a speaker at TedxDetroit in 2023 and recently toured with Showtime’s Funny Women of a Certain Age.\n \nMelanie Hearn is a native of Detroit and is known for her unique voice in stand-up comedy. Her unabashed style and infectious energy always leave audiences and fans wanting more. She began her career in Detroit and quickly became a favorite at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle. Since then\, sheor well-known comedians such as Maria Bamford\, Mark Curry\, and Preacher Lawson. Melanie has been has opened up f privileged to perform at world-famous venues such as the Hollywood Improv and the Comedy Cellar. Melanie Hearn is a comedian who is widely regarded as one of the most unique voices in stand-up comedy today. Born and raised in Detroit\, she began her career as a comedian in the city and quickly became a local favorite. Her personality\, energy\, and unabashed style have endeared her to audiences and fans alike\, and she has earned a reputation as one of the most exciting comedians in the business.\n \nBorn and raised in Battle Creek\, Michigan\, Richard started doing stand-up comedy in Indianapolis\, Indiana at Crackers Comedy Club. Richard’s style is a blend of old-school setups and punchlines with an urban twist\, which he’s honed over the years. I’ve had the honor of winning the Detroit to LA competition\, the Damented Peach competition\, and the Detroit Comedy Rumble\, which have been important milestones in his comedy career. These achievements have helped Richard develop his unique voice and connect with audiences in a meaningful way. Richard is passionate about bringing laughter to people from all walks of life and looks forward to sharing his comedic talents with even larger audiences in the future.\n \nAlexa Stanton grew up in a small\, rural Michigan village where her fondness for corn and milk flourished. She began comedy in the Amazon capital of the world\, Seattle\, WA. After facing much ridicule for her name\, Alexa returned to Michigan in 2022. Alexa and her short butt crack continue to travel the States looking to tell tales of her outlandish life to fresh faces. You can find her viral hit series Barefoot and Pregnant on YouTube and her podcast The Budcast on all platforms.\n  \nThank you to our Silver Sponsor:
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