# Event Details - **Event Name**: "Fighting for Us!" Ultimate Date Night with Jay and Laura Laffoon - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 18 Apr, 2026 at 09:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Fun date night experience + fundraiser for TACTICA missionaries Bill and Cindy Gruppen and Ben and Donna Lowe.About this EventDoes it feel like it's you and your spouse against the world?You are not alone!But we are in a battle.The Ultimate Date Night Fighting for US! with Jay and Laura Laffoon is a 90-minute comedic look at this thing called marriage. Using their unique blend of music, comedy and Biblical truth the Laffoons reveal 7 different ways to fight for YOUR marriage!Couples will walk away with a renewed love for their spouse and practical tools to continue building the love in their relationship.We understand life can be hectic, and we know how hard it is to intentionally plan time to date as a couple. That’s why we love hosting The Ultimate Date Night!At The Ultimate Date Night not only will couples engage with their spouse through laughter and music, they will be energized and inspired by thought-provoking content. And in the end, will come away from the experience with practical tools they can use immediately in their relationship.So why not take this opportunity? We promise you and your spouse will enjoy a memorable night out and you’ll come away with ways to grow as a couple.Although this is a fun night filled with music, comedy and fun for married couples, your attendance also makes an impact. We’re highlighting and raising funds for two TACTICA missionary couples—Bill & Cindy Gruppen and Ben & Donna Lowe —who spread the Gospel and equip law‑enforcement officers around the world through training and education.Learn more about the TACTICA missionary couples on their websites:Bill and Cindy Gruppen: https://give.abwe.org/worker/william-cindy-gruppenBen and Donna Lowe: https://give.abwe.org/worker/11229Learn more about TACTICA Ministries: https://tacticaministries.orgLearn more about our presenters Jay and Laura Laffoon: www.jayandlaura.comLearn more about Lake Effect Financial Consultants-Thrivent:https://connect.thrivent.com/lake-effect-financial-consultantsThis event helps Thrivent demonstrate our fraternal purpose to help more people experience financial clarity and amplify the generosity expressions of our clients.No products will be sold. For additional disclosures, see thrivent.com/social.Jay and Laura Laffoon are not affiliated with or endorsed by Thrivent. The material presented includes information and opinions provided by a party not related to Thrivent. It has been obtained from sources deemed reliable; but no independent verification has been made, nor is its accuracy or completeness guaranteed. The opinions expressed may not necessarily represent those of Thrivent or its affiliates. They are provided solely for information purposes and are not to be construed as solicitations or offers to buy or sell any products, securities or services. Thrivent and its affiliates accept no liability for loss or damage of any kind arising from the use of this information.Top picture: Bill and Cindy GruppenBottom picture: Ben and Donna Lowe https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/3b4f5270-3251-11f1-88de-4b8b8967f1af-rimg-w740-h740-dc19191e-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/3b8f8fc0-3251-11f1-8d5f-efb55bc4316e-rimg-w719-h740-dc2d2c2f-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/fighting-for-us-ultimate-date-night-with-jay-and-laura-laffoon/100001981179278554 - **Event Categories**: comedy, entertainment, workshops, nonprofit, parties - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Kalamazoo - **state**: MI - **country**: United States - **location**: Shakespeare's Lower Level - **lat**: 42.2949303 - **long**: -85.5806966 - **full address**: Shakespeare's Lower Level, 241 East Kalamazoo Avenue, Kalamazoo, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: "Fighting for Us!" 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