Rootead

Dance Fitness w/Heather + Carmen
2025-03-18 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-03-25 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-04-08 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-04-15 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-04-22 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-04-29 18:15 - 19:00 UTC | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Dance Fitness w/Heather & Carmen!
Dance Fitness offers a combination of strength and mobility movement. This series builds community and inspires joy!
We will be offering Dance Fitness Winter Session beginning Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Registration closes on March 3.
This is a 8-week session class. REGISTER HERE FOR ALL 8 WEEKS. Drop-ins welcomed at $15/class [$10 w/student ID].
Dates are:

Tuesday, March 4
Tuesday, March 11
Tuesday, March 18
Tuesday, March 25
NO CLASS APRIL 1 – SPRING BREAK
Tuesday, April 8
Tuesday, April 15
Tuesday, April 22
Tuesday, April 29

$100/8 weeks. Scholarships are available but limited. This is an 18+ class.

What: Dance Fitness w/Heather & Carmen Spring Session
When: Tuesdays at 6:15 PM-7:00 PM, beginning March 4, 2025
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Wh0: All adults 18+ and all abilities are welcome
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

REGISTER HERE

Hip Hop Kettlebell - Spring Session
2025-03-20 18:00 - 18:45, 2025-03-27 18:00 - 18:45, 2025-04-10 18:00 - 18:45, 2025-04-17 18:00 - 18:45, 2025-04-24 18:00 - 18:45 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Hip Hop Kettlebell!
Hip hop kettlebell offers a combination of strength and cardiovascular movement. This series cultivates an environment which uplifts, empowers and grounds you in community. Vibe to the sounds of hip hop music over the decades!
We will be offering Hip Hop Kettlebell Spring Session beginning Thursday, March 13, 2025. Registration closes on March 10th.
This is a 6-week session class that requires pre-registration for the entire 6 weeks. (The reason for this is to teach progression steps to prevent injury and provide the best experience for all participants, while also building community.)
Dates are:

Thursday, March 13
Thursday, March 20
Thursday, March 27
NO CLASS APRIL 3 — SPRING BREAK
Thursday, April 10
Thursday, April 17
Thursday, April 24

$100/6 weeks. Scholarships are available but limited. This is an 18+ class.
Hip Hop Kettlebell will embody movement in addition to utilization of the kettlebell.

What: Hip Hop Kettlebell Spring Session
When: Thursdays at 6:00 PM-6:45 PM, beginning March 13, 2025
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Wh0: All adults 18+ and all abilities are welcome
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

REGISTER HERE

Grief Circle
2025-03-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Grief Circle
If you are experiencing grief, we welcome you to our monthly Grief Circles held fourth Saturdays of the month, 10:00AM – 12:00PM and facilitated by Rootead Staff.
This is a monthly gathering to hold space and provide support to others as well as oneself. Collectively practicing simple tools to help make space around grief and continue to find joy and wonder in the world.

Our Grief Circles are offered at no charge, but we welcome donations to help cover the cost of doing this work.
When: Last Saturday of the month, 10 AM -noon beginning October 2024 and running through May 2025
Where: Rootead Studio
REGISTER TO ATTEND HERE

What is grief?
Grief is the experience of coping with loss. Grief can accompany any event that disrupts or challenges our sense of normalcy or ourselves. This includes the loss of connections that define us. You may grieve the loss of:

A loved one.
A marriage, friendship or another form of kinship.
Your home, neighborhood or community.
Your job or career.
Financial stability.
A dream or goal.
Good health.
Your youth.
Fertility.
Your own loss of life as you prepare for death.

[Taken from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24787-grief]

Grief Circle
2025-04-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Grief Circle
If you are experiencing grief, we welcome you to our monthly Grief Circles held last Saturdays of the month, 10:00AM – 12:00PM and facilitated by Rootead Staff.
This is a monthly gathering to hold space and provide support to others as well as oneself. Collectively practicing simple tools to help make space around grief and continue to find joy and wonder in the world.

Our Grief Circles are offered at no charge, but we welcome donations to help cover the cost of doing this work.
When: Last Saturday of the month, 10 AM -noon beginning October 2024 and running through May 2025
Where: Rootead Studio
REGISTER TO ATTEND HERE

What is grief?
Grief is the experience of coping with loss. Grief can accompany any event that disrupts or challenges our sense of normalcy or ourselves. This includes the loss of connections that define us. You may grieve the loss of:

A loved one.
A marriage, friendship or another form of kinship.
Your home, neighborhood or community.
Your job or career.
Financial stability.
A dream or goal.
Good health.
Your youth.
Fertility.
Your own loss of life as you prepare for death.

[Taken from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24787-grief]

Open Mic Night
2025-05-08 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-07-10 19:30 - 21:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a seasoned poet, first-time performer, or just want to vibe with the community, all are welcome. Tea and water will be provided. In partnership with RAWK.

🎤 Sign-up to perform at the door
🎟️ $5 entry or $2 with student ID

This event is for ages 18+.

Open Mic Night
2025-06-12 19:30 - 21:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a seasoned poet, first-time performer, or just want to vibe with the community, all are welcome. Tea and water will be provided. In partnership with RAWK.

Featured Artist June 12th: Leslie “Biscuit” Barajas

🎤 Sign-up to perform at the door
🎟️ $5 entry or $2 with student ID

This event is for ages 18+.

Juneteenth Celebration @ Bronson Park
2025-06-14 13:00 - 19:00 | Bronson Park, 200 Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
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 PM at Bronson Park! We are now accepting registration applications for Volunteers, Sponsors, Food Trucks, and Vendors. This all-day event is expected to draw many people throughout the day, so don’t miss this exciting opportunity to be part of it!
REGISTER HERE: Juneteenth Registration Form

For any questions about the event please feel free to call us at 269-720-9200 or email: marketing@rootead.org
Pictures from last year’s celebration:

Open Mic Night
2025-08-14 19:30 - 21:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a seasoned poet, first-time performer, or just want to vibe with the community, all are welcome. Tea and water will be provided. In partnership with RAWK.
August featured artist: JB

🎤 Sign-up to perform at the door
🎟️ Suggested entry donation of $5

This event is for ages 18+.

Open Mic Night
2025-09-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a seasoned poet, first-time performer, or just want to vibe with the community, all are welcome. Tea and water will be provided. In partnership with RAWK.

🎤 Sign-up to perform at the door
🎟️ Suggested entry donation of $5

This event is for ages 18+.

Cardio Kickboxing
2025-10-07 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-10-14 18:15 - 19:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Cardio Kickboxing!
Cardio Kickboxing is a high-energy class that blends cardiovascular exercise with strength training and mixed martial arts-inspired moves for a full-body workout. Designed for all fitness levels, this class improves endurance, builds strength, and boosts coordination in an empowering environment.
We will be offering Cardio Kickboxing Fall Session beginning Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 at 6:15PM. Registration is required.
This is a 6-week session class that requires pre-registration for the entire 6 weeks.
Dates are:

Tuesday, October 7
Tuesday, October 14
Tuesday, October 21
Tuesday, October 28
Tuesday, November4
Tuesday, November 11

$100/6 weeks. Scholarships are available but limited. This is an 18+ class. Bundle with our Hip-Hop Kettlebell Series for just $150 for both classes!
REGISTER HERE

What: Cardio Kickboxing Fall Session
When: Tuesdays at 6:15PM, beginning October 7, 2025
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Wh0: All adults 18+ and all abilities are welcome
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

Hip Hop Kettlebell
2025-10-09 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-10-16 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-10-23 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-10-30 18:15 - 19:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Hip Hop Kettlebell!
Hip hop kettlebell offers a combination of strength and cardiovascular movement. This 6-week series cultivates an environment which uplifts, empowers and grounds you in community. Vibe to the sounds of hip hop music over the decades!
We will be offering Hip Hop Kettlebell Fall Session beginning Thursday, October 9th, 2025 at 6:15PM. Registration is required.
This is a 6-week session class that requires pre-registration for the entire 6 weeks. (The reason for this is to teach progression steps to prevent injury and provide the best experience for all participants, while also building community.)
Dates are:

Thursday, October 9
Thursday, October 16
Thursday, October 23
Thursday, October 30
Thursday, November 6
Thursday, November 13

$100/6 weeks. Scholarships are available but limited. This is an 18+ class. Bundle with our Cardio Kickboxing Series for just $150 for both classes!
REGISTER HERE

What: Hip Hop Kettlebell Fall Session
When: Thursdays at 6:15PM, beginning October 9, 2025
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Wh0: All adults 18+ and all abilities are welcome
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

Open Mic Night
2025-10-09 19:30 - 21:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 Open Mic Night! Whether you’re a seasoned poet, first-time performer, or just want to vibe with the community, all are welcome. Tea and water will be provided.

October’s Featured Artist: Sherridan Harris, a.k.a. Sherdizzil
Sherdizzil is a Kalamazoo rapper, singer-songwriter, producer, and spoken word artist. Over the last several years, Sherridan Harris has solidified his place as a staple in the Southwest Michigan music and spoken-word scenes. As a regular presence at our Open Mics, we are honored to have Sherridan featured this October. (Click here to view artist’s Linktree)

🎤 Sign-up to perform at the door
🎟️ Suggested entry donation of $5

This event is for ages 18+.

Cardio Kickboxing
2025-10-21 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-10-28 18:15 - 19:00, 2025-11-04 18:15 - 19:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Cardio Kickboxing!
Cardio Kickboxing is a high-energy class that blends cardiovascular exercise with strength training and mixed martial arts-inspired moves for a full-body workout. Designed for all fitness levels, this class improves endurance, builds strength, and boosts coordination in an empowering environment.
We will be offering Cardio Kickboxing Fall Session beginning Tuesday, October 7th, 2025 at 6:15PM. Registration is required.
This is a 6-week session class that requires pre-registration for the entire 6 weeks.
Dates are:

Tuesday, October 7
Tuesday, October 14
Tuesday, October 21
Tuesday, October 28
Tuesday, November 4
Tuesday, November 11

$100/6 weeks. Scholarships are available but limited. This is an 18+ class. Bundle with our Hip-Hop Kettlebell Series for just $150 for both classes!
REGISTER HERE

What: Cardio Kickboxing Fall Session
When: Tuesdays at 6:15PM, beginning October 7, 2025
Where: Rootead Studio 505 E. Kalamazoo Ave. 49007
Wh0: All adults 18+ and all abilities are welcome
Facilitated by Rootead Staff

African Masquerade Fundraiser Gala
2025-11-01 19:00 - 23:00 | The Epic Center, 359 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL AFRICAN MASQUERADE FUNDRAISER GALA!

When: Saturday, November 1, 2025 // 7-11 PM
Where: The Epic Center
Guests are encouraged to wear masks and expressive attire as we honor the transformative energy of the masquerade tradition. The night also includes a silent auction with unique items generously donated by local businesses and community members.

For any questions about the event please feel free to call us at 269-720-9200 or email: marketing@rootead.org
