Editor's note: This story is part of Southwest Michigan's Second Wave's On the Ground Kalamazoo series.


The Kindleberger Summer Festival of the Performing Arts, a weeklong festival in beautiful, sprawling Kindelberger Park, started 40 years ago and is the highlight of the summer in Parchment. On the Ground's Photographer Fran Dwight captured a few colorful images of the popular festival which ran this year from July 10 to July 15. Check out this PHOTO ESSAY.

Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts is an opportunity for performers of all age to share their talents.

Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts also hosts an annual Cruise-In for car enthusiasts.
Fran DwightGames, food, and crafts are all available at the Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts.
Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts has plenty of performances and activities to make it a perfect date.
Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts is an opportunity for performers of all age to share their talents.he Kindleberger Summer Arts Festival is an opportunity for performers of all age to share their talents.
Fran DwightSomething for everyone at the Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts
Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts has plentiful shows at the park bandshell.Fran DwightGames, food, and crafts are all available at the Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts.
Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts has plentiful shows at the park bandshell.
Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts is also a yearly opportunity for neighbors and community members to connect.Fran DwightThe Kindleberger Summer Festival for the Performing Arts has plenty of performances and activities to make it a perfect date.
Fran DwightYou never know what treasures you'll find at the Kindleberger Summer Arts