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SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Rootead in Youth (RIY) is a holistic cultural arts program for children ages 2 – 8 years old that features communal affirmations\, West African dance\, Djembe drumming\, call and response songs from the African diaspora\, an obstacle course highlighting fundamental movement skills\, and nervous system regulation techniques. \n  \nRIY Winter Session 2025 will be Saturdays: January 18\, January 25\, February 1\, February 8\, February 15 \nThe schedule for each RIY Saturday is: \n\n10:00am – 10:45am: 2 – 3 year olds\n10:45am – 11:30am: 4 – 5 year olds\n11:30am – 12:15pm: 6 – 8 year olds\n\n  \nThe cost for this program is $65. Scholarships are available and can be applied for directly in the registration form. REGISTER HERE \nRegistration closes on January 11th\, 2025.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-winter-session-feb-15-2025/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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SUMMARY:Embodying the Elements: RYDDE Youth Winter Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Embodying the Elements: RYDDE Youth Winter Showcase on Sunday\, February 9th\, 2025 \nWe are thrilled to present our third annual Youth Showcase\, an inspiring event that celebrates the creativity\, passion\, and dedication of our young performers. This year’s showcase\, titled “Embodying the Elements”\, highlights the talents of Rootead’s youth as they bring the elements—Earth\, Fire\, Water\, and Air—to life through the dynamic traditions of African diaspora dance and drum. \nThis event is more than a performance; it marks a milestone celebration of Rootead’s 10th anniversary of service to the community. Over the past decade\, Rootead has been committed to uplifting youth\, families\, and the community through birth justice\, youth enrichment and healing arts. \nThe Youth Showcase serves as a vital fundraiser for our Youth Enrichment branch\, with all proceeds directly supporting programming\, essential services\, and the long-term sustainability of these transformative opportunities for inner-city youth. Your support helps ensure that Rootead continues to provide the resources\, mentorship\, and creative outlets that allow young people to thrive. \nJoin us for this celebration of artistry\, culture\, and community\, and help us continue empowering the next generation! \n\n\n\nWinter Showcase Details\n\n\n\n\nWhen: Sunday\, February 9th\, 2025. Doors open @ 2:30PM\, performance is at 3PM. Following the performance\, a silent auction and dinner will take place. \nWhere: Comstock Community Auditorium\, 2107 N 26th Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49048 \nTickets: $25/single ticket. Group tickets (5) for $100. Children 2 and under are free\, no ticket purchase necessary. \n\n\nFolks can register below:\nPURCHASE EMBODYING THE ELEMENTS: YOUTH DRUM & DANCE SHOWCASE TICKETS\nVolunteers Needed! Shifts vary from 11 AM – 7 PM. Apply to be a volunteer at the link below: \nVolunteer Application\n_______________________________________________________\nSponsorship Opportunities\nThe annual RYDDE Youth Showcase serves as a vital fundraiser for our Youth Enrichment branch\, with all proceeds directly supporting programming\, essential services\, and the long-term sustainability of these transformative opportunities for inner-city youth. Your support helps ensure that Rootead continues to provide the resources\, mentorship\, and creative outlets that allow young people to thrive. \nSponsorship levels for this event are available in the packages below: \nRED ($250): \n\nCompany name recognition at the event\n\nGREEN ($500): \n\nCompany name recognition at the event\nTwo complimentary tickets\n\nBLACK ($1000): \n\nCompany name recognition at the event\nFour Tickets\nTwo Rootead Hoodies\n\nGOLD ($4000): \n\nComapny name recognition at the event and social media\nFour Tickets\nTwo Rootead Hoodies\nLogo included on flyer\nTwo Rootead offerings (Vouchers will be sent via email within 3-5 business days).\n\n  \nTo sign-up for a sponsorship\, click on the link below: \nSIGN UP FOR YOUTH WINTER SHOWCASE SPONSORSHIP
URL:https://rootead.org/event/embodying-elements-showcase-winter-feb-9-2025/
LOCATION:Comstock Community Auditorium\, 2107 N 26th St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Rootead in Youth (RIY) is a holistic cultural arts program for children ages 2 – 8 years old that features communal affirmations\, West African dance\, Djembe drumming\, call and response songs from the African diaspora\, an obstacle course highlighting fundamental movement skills\, and nervous system regulation techniques. \n  \nRIY Winter Session 2025 will be Saturdays: January 18\, January 25\, February 1\, February 8\, February 15 \nThe schedule for each RIY Saturday is: \n\n10:00am – 10:45am: 2 – 3 year olds\n10:45am – 11:30am: 4 – 5 year olds\n11:30am – 12:15pm: 6 – 8 year olds\n\n  \nThe cost for this program is $65. Scholarships are available and can be applied for directly in the registration form. REGISTER HERE \nRegistration closes on January 11th\, 2025.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-winter-session-feb-8-2025/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250201T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250201T121500
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SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Rootead in Youth (RIY) is a holistic cultural arts program for children ages 2 – 8 years old that features communal affirmations\, West African dance\, Djembe drumming\, call and response songs from the African diaspora\, an obstacle course highlighting fundamental movement skills\, and nervous system regulation techniques. \n  \nRIY Winter Session 2025 will be Saturdays: January 18\, January 25\, February 1\, February 8\, February 15 \nThe schedule for each RIY Saturday is: \n\n10:00am – 10:45am: 2 – 3 year olds\n10:45am – 11:30am: 4 – 5 year olds\n11:30am – 12:15pm: 6 – 8 year olds\n\n  \nThe cost for this program is $65. Scholarships are available and can be applied for directly in the registration form. REGISTER HERE \nRegistration closes on January 11th\, 2025.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-winter-session-feb-1-2025/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250125T121500
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SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Rootead in Youth (RIY) is a holistic cultural arts program for children ages 2 – 8 years old that features communal affirmations\, West African dance\, Djembe drumming\, call and response songs from the African diaspora\, an obstacle course highlighting fundamental movement skills\, and nervous system regulation techniques. \n  \nRIY Winter Session 2025 will be Saturdays: January 18\, January 25\, February 1\, February 8\, February 15 \nThe schedule for each RIY Saturday is: \n\n10:00am – 10:45am: 2 – 3 year olds\n10:45am – 11:30am: 4 – 5 year olds\n11:30am – 12:15pm: 6 – 8 year olds\n\n  \nThe cost for this program is $65. Scholarships are available and can be applied for directly in the registration form. REGISTER HERE \nRegistration closes on January 11th\, 2025.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-winter-session-jan-25-2025/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250121T173000
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SUMMARY:National Day of Racial Healing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Healing Circle\nYouth ages 12-18 are welcome to join from 3:30-5:30 PM on Tuesday\, January 21st at the Rootead Studio to engage in a healing circle. \nRootead youth will lead a movement practice\, share some drumming techniques to release stress\, and celebrate together over light snacks. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/national-day-racial-healing-jan-21-2025/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250118T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250118T121500
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
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SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Winter Session
DESCRIPTION:Rootead in Youth (RIY) is a holistic cultural arts program for children ages 2 – 8 years old that features communal affirmations\, West African dance\, Djembe drumming\, call and response songs from the African diaspora\, an obstacle course highlighting fundamental movement skills\, and nervous system regulation techniques. \n  \nRIY Winter Session 2025 will be Saturdays: January 18\, January 25\, February 1\, February 8\, February 15 \nThe schedule for each RIY Saturday is: \n\n10:00am – 10:45am: 2 – 3 year olds\n10:45am – 11:30am: 4 – 5 year olds\n11:30am – 12:15pm: 6 – 8 year olds\n\n  \nThe cost for this program is $65. Scholarships are available and can be applied for directly in the registration form. REGISTER HERE \nRegistration closes on January 11th\, 2025.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-winter-session-jan-18-2025/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241003T183000
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SUMMARY:RYDDE Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Audition for RYDDE (Rootead Youth Drum & Dance Ensemble)\nRYDDE is a non-competitive\, pre-professional youth & dance company for middle and high school aged youth. They perform in the wider Kalamazoo area\, training in the arts of the Black diaspora. RYDEE is open to ages 13-18.\nRYDDE seasons align with the KPS school calendar\, and the youth meet Tuesdays\, Wednesdays\, and Thursdays from 3:30-5:30 PM at Rootead’s Studio. Transportation is available for youth who live within the Greater Kalamazoo area. \n  \nRYDDE Season 7 Auditions will be Thursday\, October 3rd at Rootead’s Studio from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM\, with a breakdown of the audition times below:\n\nDrummer Auditions: Thursday\, October 3rd\,  4:00 PM – 5:00 PM\nDancer Auditions: Thursday\, October 3rd\,  5:00 PM – 6:30 PM\n\nNo need to register\, just show up!\n  \nWhere: 505 East Kalamazoo Ave.\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n  \nLearn more about RYDDE here. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rydde-auditions-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727
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SUMMARY:Youth Summer Camp - Session III
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Summer Camp is for youth ages 5 – 12.  Youth will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance\, make African-inspired crafts\, learn Mancala – the oldest game in the world!  Each summer camp Friday\, the youth will share what they’ve learned with their families at showcase/celebration! \n  \nThere will be three sessions this year\, and the dates are: \n\nSession 1: Monday\, June 24 – Friday\, June 28\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nSession 2: Monday\, July 8 – Friday\, July 12\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nSession 3: Monday\, July 22 – Friday\, July 26\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\n\n  \nSnacks are provided\, but youth will need to bring a cold\, packed lunch. \nThe cost of the summer camp is $200/week.  Scholarships are available. \nPlease email will@rootead.org with any questions. \n  \nREGISTER FOR SESSION 1\nREGISTER FOR SESSION 2\nREGISTER FOR SESSION 3
URL:https://rootead.org/event/youth-summer-camp-session-3-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240713
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SUMMARY:Youth Summer Camp - Session II
DESCRIPTION:SESSION TWO REGISTRATION IS FULL\, PLEASE JOIN US FOR SESSION THREE BEGINNING JULY 22ND!\n  \nRootead Summer Camp is for youth ages 5 – 12.  Youth will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance\, make African-inspired crafts\, learn Mancala – the oldest game in the world!  Each summer camp Friday\, the youth will share what they’ve learned with their families at showcase/celebration! \n  \nThere will be three sessions this year\, and the dates are: \n\nSession 1: Monday\, June 24 – Friday\, June 28\, 9:00am – 4:00pm  REGISTRATION FULL\nSession 2: Monday\, July 8 – Friday\, July 12\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nSession 3: Monday\, July 22 – Friday\, July 26\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\n\n  \nSnacks are provided\, but youth will need to bring a cold\, packed lunch. \nThe cost of the summer camp is $200/week.  Scholarships are available. \nPlease email will@rootead.org with any questions. \n  \nREGISTER FOR SESSION 1\nREGISTER FOR SESSION 2\nREGISTER FOR SESSION 3
URL:https://rootead.org/event/youth-summer-camp-session-2-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240624
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240629
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SUMMARY:Youth Summer Camp - Session I
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Summer Camp is for youth ages 5 – 12.  Youth will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance\, make African-inspired crafts\, learn Mancala – the oldest game in the world!  Each summer camp Friday\, the youth will share what they’ve learned with their families at showcase/celebration! \n  \nThere will be three sessions this year\, and the dates are: \n\nSession 1: Monday\, June 24 – Friday\, June 28\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nSession 2: Monday\, July 8 – Friday\, July 12\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nSession 3: Monday\, July 22 – Friday\, July 26\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\n\n  \nSnacks are provided\, but youth will need to bring a cold\, packed lunch. \nThe cost of the summer camp is $200/week.  Scholarships are available. \nPlease email will@rootead.org with any questions. \n  \nREGISTER FOR SESSION 1\nREGISTER FOR SESSION 2\nREGISTER FOR SESSION 3
URL:https://rootead.org/event/youth-summer-camp-session-1-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240615T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240615T210000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration @ Bronson Park
DESCRIPTION:Our Juneteenth celebration is going to be one to remember. \nThe theme this year is celebrating Afro-Caribbean culture!\nSaturday\, June 15\, 3:00pm – 9:00pm at Bronson Park.   \nWe invite artisans\, local businesses\, and community organizations to sign up to vend at the Juneteenth Celebration!   \n\nThis family-friendly event will be a celebration of Black culture\, music\, our freedom\, and joy. The event will be free to attend and is open to the public. \nDr. Kandace Lavender\, also known as “MC DC” will emcee\, and DJ Boogie will deejay.  RYDDE (Rootead Youth Drum & Dance Ensemble) will perform\, and there will be other musical acts as well as a children’s play area\, a family tent\, art showcase\, and other local vendors. \n\nSign-Up to Volunteer Here: Juneteenth Volunteer Sign-Up Form\n\nPerformance Schedule*:\n\n3pm- Opening Land & Ancestor acknowledgment/Welcome\n3:15pm-3:30pm-DJ Boogie\n3:30pm-3:45pm-O’Jamm\n3:45pm-4:05pm-DJ Boogie\n4:15pm-4:45pm-Universal Xpression\n4:45pm-5pm-DJ Boogie\n5pm-5:30pm-One Love Reggae Band\n5:30pm-5:45pm-DJ Boogie\n5:45pm-6pm-Suicide Squad\n6pm-6:15pm-Unique Unity\n6:15pm-6:30pm-Trinity Prep Center\n6:30pm-6:45pm-RYDDE\n7pm-9:00pm-DJ Sanjay\n9pm-END OF EVENT\n\n*performance schedule subject to change\n  \n  \n\nJuneteenth Vendor Applications are now Open!\nOur vendor application for Juneteenth is now open! Vendor spaces are $25/each. We’re seeking vendors that are local artisans\, local Black businesses\, etc. \nTo sign up\, please fill out the following form:  Juneteenth Vendor Application Form  \nPayments can be submitted via PayPal\, Venmo\, or CashApp. We are @Rootead on all three. \nQuestions should be directed to coco@rootead.org.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/juneteenth-celebration-2024/
LOCATION:Bronson Park\, 200 Rose Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240308T203000
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SUMMARY:African Drum + Dance Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dates:\n\nFriday\, March 8\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\nFriday\, April 12\, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM\n\nAdmission:\n\n$20 per session\n\nRegistration:\n\nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER\n\nLocation:\nRootead Enrichment Center \n505 E. Kalamazoo Avenue\, Suite 4 \nKalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/african-drum-dance-mar-8-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231216T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231216T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240124T185557Z
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SUMMARY:3rd Annual RYDDE Showcase & Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Our 3rd Annual RYDDE Drum & Dance Showcase & Fundraiser will be Saturday\, December 16\, 1PM – 4PM!\nJoin us for our 3rd Annual RYDDE Drum & Dance Showcase & Fundraiser at Comstock Community Auditorium 2107 N 26th St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49048. The performance will be 1PM – 2PM\, and appetizers and dancing will be 2PM – 4PM.\nTickets are available on an equitable scale: \n$50 Platinum\n$25 Gold\n$15 Silver\n$5 Copper \n*Ticket prices are for equity reasons only. All tickets are general seating\, and everyone is welcome to join the party and have appetizers afterward. We will have a silent auction and grab bags for sale\, as well as information booths for each of our branches. \nFolks can register below:\nPURCHASE RYDDE SHOWCASE TICKETS\n  \nWhen: Saturday\, December 16th from 1PM-4PM \nWhere: Comstock Community Auditorium\, 2107 N 26th Street\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 40048 \nTickets: $5-$50. All tickets are general admission. here
URL:https://rootead.org/event/december-rydde-showcase-2023/
LOCATION:Comstock Community Auditorium\, 2107 N 26th St\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230928T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230928T200000
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SUMMARY:RYDDE Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Audition for RYDDE (Rootead Youth Drum & Dance Ensemble)\nRYDDE is a non-competitive pre-professional youth & dance company. They perform in the wider Kalamazoo area\, training in the arts of the Black diaspora. RYDEE is open to ages 12-18. \nDrummers Audition: Wednesday\, September 27th @ 6 PM – 7 PM \nDancers Audition: Thursday\, September 28th @ 6 PM – 8 PM \n  \nCLICK HERE to apply for the RYDDE interest list\, or learn more about RYDDE here. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rydde-auditions-dancers-sept-2023/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230927T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230927T190000
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SUMMARY:RYDDE Auditions
DESCRIPTION:Audition for RYDDE (Rootead Youth Drum & Dance Ensemble)\nRYDDE is a non-competitive pre-professional youth & dance company. They perform in the wider Kalamazoo area\, training in the arts of the Black diaspora. RYDEE is open to ages 12-18. \nDrummers Audition: Wednesday\, September 27th @ 6 PM – 7 PM \nDancers Audition: Thursday\, September 28th @ 6 PM – 8 PM \n  \nCLICK HERE to apply for the RYDDE interest list\, or learn more about RYDDE here. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rydde-auditions-drummers-sept-2023/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230803T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230803T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230503T171525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T170142Z
UID:10000083-1691085600-1691089200@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Community Drum + Dance @ Harrison Park
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, August 3rd \n6 pm – 7 pm at Harrison Park \nDrop-In. $10 donation suggested. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/community-drum-dance-august-2023/
LOCATION:Harrison Park\, Gull Rd\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Community-Drum-Dance-August-3-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230722
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T203215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140816Z
UID:10000052-1689552000-1689983999@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Youth Summer Camp - Session II
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Summer Camp is for youth ages 5 – 12. Youth will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance\, make African-inspired crafts\, learn Mancala – the oldest game in the world! Each summer camp Friday\, the youth will share what they’ve learned with their families at showcase/celebration! \nThere will be two sessions this year\, and the dates are:\nMonday\, July 10 – Friday\, July 14\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nMonday\, July 17 – Friday\, July 21\, 9:00am – 4:00pm \nSnacks are provided\, but youth will need to bring a cold\, packed lunch. \nThe cost of the summer camp is $200/week.  Scholarships are available.  Payments can be made during registration\, made via CashApp\, PayPal\, or Venmo\, or paid in person at the first session. \nRegister for Session 2\nRegister for Session 1
URL:https://rootead.org/event/youth-summer-camp-session-2/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Rootead-Summer-Camp-2023.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230715
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T191030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T200155Z
UID:10000051-1688947200-1689379199@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Youth Summer Camp - Session I
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Summer Camp is for youth ages 5 – 12. Youth will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance\, make African-inspired crafts\, learn Mancala – the oldest game in the world! Each summer camp Friday\, the youth will share what they’ve learned with their families at showcase/celebration! \nThere will be two sessions this year\, and the dates are:\nMonday\, July 10 – Friday\, July 14\, 9:00am – 4:00pm\nMonday\, July 17 – Friday\, July 21\, 9:00am – 4:00pm \nSnacks are provided\, but youth will need to bring a cold\, packed lunch. \nThe cost of the summer camp is $200/week.  Scholarships are available.  Payments can be made during registration\, made via CashApp\, PayPal\, or Venmo\, or paid in person at the first session. \nRegister for Session 1\nRegister for Session 2\nApply for a scholarship
URL:https://rootead.org/event/summer-camp-session-1/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Rootead-Summer-Camp-2023.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230708T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230503T171138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T170230Z
UID:10000082-1688828400-1688832000@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Community Drum + Dance @ Harrison Park
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, July 8th \n3 pm – 4 pm at Harrison Park \nDrop-In. $10 donation suggested. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/community-drum-dance-july-2023/
LOCATION:Harrison Park\, Gull Rd\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Community-Drum-Dance-August-3-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230610T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230503T170736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230607T170341Z
UID:10000081-1686394800-1686398400@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Community Drum + Dance @ Harrison Park
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, June 10th \n11 am – 12 pm at Harrison Park \nDrop-In. $10 donation suggested. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/community-drum-and-dance-june-2023/
LOCATION:Harrison Park\, Gull Rd\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49007\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Community-Drum-Dance-August-3-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230429T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230429T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T204847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T204847Z
UID:10000057-1682762400-1682769600@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Dance\, drum\, embodied movement and African culture. Saturdays March 25\, April 1\, April 15\, April 22\, April 29 \n10am-10:30am – 2-3 year olds; \n10:45am-11:15am – 4-5 year olds; \n11:30am-12pm – 6-8 year olds; \n$50. Scholarships available. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-spring-session-5/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Community-Healing-Graphics-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230422T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230422T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T204802Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T204802Z
UID:10000056-1682157600-1682164800@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Dance\, drum\, embodied movement and African culture. Saturdays March 25\, April 1\, April 15\, April 22\, April 29 \n10am-10:30am – 2-3 year olds; \n10:45am-11:15am – 4-5 year olds; \n11:30am-12pm – 6-8 year olds; \n$50. Scholarships available. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-spring-session-4/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Community-Healing-Graphics-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230420T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230420T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230130T202157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T205015Z
UID:10000050-1682015400-1682019000@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Adult African Diasporic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Rootead facilitators in a polyrhythmic global movement that induces nervous system liberation and regulation\, tension release\, and body awareness. Each week we will embrace a rhythm and dance from the African Diaspora (sometimes to live drums!) \n1st and 3rd Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm @ Rootead Studio \nSuggested donation $15 (no one is turned away)
URL:https://rootead.org/event/adult-african-diasporic-dance-0420/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rootead-African-Diasporic-Dance.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230415T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T204239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T204442Z
UID:10000055-1681552800-1681560000@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Dance\, drum\, embodied movement and African culture. Saturdays March 25\, April 1\, April 15\, April 22\, April 29 \n10am-10:30am – 2-3 year olds; \n10:45am-11:15am – 4-5 year olds; \n11:30am-12pm – 6-8 year olds; \n$50. Scholarships available. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-spring-session-3/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Community-Healing-Graphics-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230406T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230406T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230130T202112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T205038Z
UID:10000049-1680805800-1680809400@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Adult African Diasporic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Rootead facilitators in a polyrhythmic global movement that induces nervous system liberation and regulation\, tension release\, and body awareness. Each week we will embrace a rhythm and dance from the African Diaspora (sometimes to live drums!) \n1st and 3rd Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm @ Rootead Studio \nSuggested donation $15 (no one is turned away)
URL:https://rootead.org/event/adult-african-diasporic-dance-0406/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rootead-African-Diasporic-Dance.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230401T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230401T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T204059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T204534Z
UID:10000054-1680343200-1680350400@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Dance\, drum\, embodied movement and African culture. Saturdays March 25\, April 1\, April 15\, April 22\, April 29 \n10am-10:30am – 2-3 year olds; \n10:45am-11:15am – 4-5 year olds; \n11:30am-12pm – 6-8 year olds; \n$50. Scholarships available. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-spring-session-2/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Community-Healing-Graphics-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230325T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230325T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230208T203612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T204507Z
UID:10000053-1679738400-1679745600@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Rootead in Youth - Spring Session
DESCRIPTION:Dance\, drum\, embodied movement and African culture. Saturdays March 25\, April 1\, April 15\, April 22\, April 29 \n10am-10:30am – 2-3 year olds; \n10:45am-11:15am – 4-5 year olds; \n11:30am-12pm – 6-8 year olds; \n$50. Scholarships available. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://rootead.org/event/rootead-in-youth-spring-session/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home,Youth Enrichment
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Community-Healing-Graphics-2.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230316T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230316T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230130T202016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T205103Z
UID:10000048-1678991400-1678995000@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Adult African Diasporic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Rootead facilitators in a polyrhythmic global movement that induces nervous system liberation and regulation\, tension release\, and body awareness. Each week we will embrace a rhythm and dance from the African Diaspora (sometimes to live drums!) \n1st and 3rd Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm @ Rootead Studio \nSuggested donation $15 (no one is turned away)
URL:https://rootead.org/event/adult-african-diasporic-dance-0316/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rootead-African-Diasporic-Dance.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230302T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230302T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174450
CREATED:20230130T201845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230130T205124Z
UID:10000047-1677781800-1677785400@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Adult African Diasporic Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Rootead facilitators in a polyrhythmic global movement that induces nervous system liberation and regulation\, tension release\, and body awareness. Each week we will embrace a rhythm and dance from the African Diaspora (sometimes to live drums!) \n1st and 3rd Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm @ Rootead Studio \nSuggested donation $15 (no one is turned away)
URL:https://rootead.org/event/adult-african-diasporic-dance-0302/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Rootead-African-Diasporic-Dance.png
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