Rootead Center: 505 E Kalamazoo Ave Ste 3, Kalamazoo, MI 49007
SPRING HOURS
Tuesday-Friday: 10AM - 6PM
Saturday: 10AM - 2PM
Sunday-Monday: CLOSED
Summer Hours Begin June 9
Tuesday-Friday: 10AM – 5PM
Saturday: Open only for scheduled programming
Sunday-Monday: CLOSED
Summer Hours: June 9th-August 25th
We serve people of all ages who are seeking healing, connection, and liberation.
We center the experiences of black and brown people
Upcoming Events
Our events and programs are delivered through a decolonized and trauma-informed lens. All are welcome to participate. Scholarships are available.
Limited scholarships are available on a first-come first-served basis during registration. Scholarships can be applied for when registering with the registration link for programming.
Are you and your little(s) looking for a fun place to learn and play that focuses on inclusivity and community? Come join the village! Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with […]
Diaper Giveaway Every Wednesday! Diaper giveaway will be every Wednesday from 11 AM -1 PM. Come to the Village Playdates and also get free diapers! Newborn - 4t/ 5t Pull-ups […]
Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead! Thursdays weekly from 10 AM - 12 PM Our weekly Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead is a new initiative in our community, […]
Join us for Open Mic Night! Creating space for young adults through the healing art of spoken word. Join us every 2nd Thursday of the month from 7:30–9 PM for […]
Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed on Saturday, June 14th 2025 for our annual Juneteenth Celebration Event! Join us at Bronson Park from 1PM-7PM for the festivities, and learn more […]
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION! When: Saturday, June 14, 2025 // 1-7 PM Where: Bronson Park Join us for a Juneteenth Celebration, June 14th from 1-7 […]
Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed in observance of the Juneteenth holiday from Tuesday, June 17th - Thursday, June 19th. We will resume regular hours on Friday, June 20th. Programming […]
Announcing Blossom Babies Workshop at Rootead! Blossom Babies are supportive, educational workshops that prepare expecting and new parents for childbirth and early parenthood. Participants will gain essential knowledge, practical skills, […]
Rootead Summer Camp is for youth ages 5 - 12. (Must have completed Kindergarten) Youth will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance, make African inspired crafts, & […]
Are you and your little(s) looking for a fun place to learn and play that focuses on inclusivity and community? Come join the village! Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with […]
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Rootead's Initiatives
We provide services to people seeking support, connection, and healing by providing safe spaces, open access to resources, and empowering programs that honor the whole person and center cultural and indigenous practices.
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Perinatal Safe Spot
Rootead In Youth
Red Birth Green
Community Doulas
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