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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240626T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240626T110000
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SUMMARY:Village Playdates Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Village Playdates will be having a field trip to the Kalamazoo Children’s Playscape June 26th!\nThe parents may meet us directly at the Kalamazoo Children’s Playscape: \n302 Academy St\, Kalamazoo MI 49007 – Children’s Nature Playscape at Bronson Park \n  \nWhen: June 26th\, 10am-11am \nWhere: 302 Academy St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdate-field-trip-june-26-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Village-Playdate-Field-Trip.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240627T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240627T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240424T173705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183256Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-jun-27-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240703T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240703T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240627T143433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T144103Z
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SUMMARY:Village Playdates @ Baby Café at Rootead
DESCRIPTION:Village Playdates is excited to get out and play in the elements this summer!\nJuly 3rd\, Village Playdates will be at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. Village Playdates are free\, drop-in play times on Wednesdays from 10 – 11 am for families with children ages 0 – 4! \n  \nWhen: July 3rd\, 10am-11am \nWhere: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdates-baby-cafe-july-3-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240704
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240709
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240627T145552Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T144758Z
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SUMMARY:CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY
DESCRIPTION:Our offices will be closed for the holiday from Thursday\, July 4th – Monday\, July 8th. We will return to the office Tuesday\, July 9th.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/closed-for-holiday-july-4-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240713
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240214T182925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T152036Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240709T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240302T183041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T145612Z
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SUMMARY:Community Conversation
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited to Our Community Conversation (Virtual Meeting) for our upcoming Doula Training!\nTuesday\, July 9th from 9AM-12PM over Zoom\nWe are hosting a virtual stakeholder meeting to learn more about how our doula program is adapting to the needs of our community through our partnership with HealthConnect One. This virtual meeting is open to all community members interested in doula care and maternal health. \nREGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED.\n\nWhat is a Community Conversation?\n– A gathering of people from different sectors of the community\n– Space to get feedback from the community – what experience are they having\, what gaps do they see need filling\n– Space to describe issues our current program faces\n– Space to describe how the reframe with HealthConnect One can help program development\n– An extension of our community needs assessment \nThis conversation will inform our community doula program including the community doula education program. It will be co-hosted by HealthConnect One\, the nonprofit organization that is supporting our doula program development. Your assistance will help diversify the voices we hear in the conversation. \nWho are we looking for?\n– Members of the targeted community that will be impacted\n– Community/religious/civic leaders\n– Health/medical providers\n– School staff\n– Business managers/entrepreneurs\n– Advocacy organization members/staff\n– Government officials/staff\n– Foundation program officers/staff\n– People interested in similar projects\n– Research/evaluation partners\n– Administrators\n– Board members \n  \nWhen: Tuesday\, July 9th from 9AM-12PM \nWhere: ZOOM Virtual Meeting (please fill out the form to receive the link to the ZOOM meeting) \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/community-conversation-july-9-2024/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240710T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240627T145220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T145220Z
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SUMMARY:Village Playdates Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Village Playdates will be having a field trip to the Kalamazoo Nature Center July 10th!\nThe parents may meet us directly at the Kalamazoo Nature Center: \n7000 N Westnedge Ave\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49009 \n  \nWhen: July 10th\, 10am-11am \nWhere: 7000 N Westnedge Ave\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49009 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdates-field-trip-kalamazoo-nature-center-july-2024/
LOCATION:Kalamazoo Nature Center\, 7000 N Westnedge Ave\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49009\, United States
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240711T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240711T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T161311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183357Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-july-11-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240717T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240717T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240627T143640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T144021Z
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SUMMARY:Village Playdates @ Baby Café at Rootead
DESCRIPTION:Village Playdates is excited to get out and play in the elements this summer!\nJuly 17th\, Village Playdates will be at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. Village Playdates are free\, drop-in play times on Wednesdays from 10 – 11 am for families with children ages 0 – 4! \n  \nWhen: July 17th\, 10am-11am \nWhere: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdates-baby-cafe-at-rootead-july-17-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240718T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240718T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T161432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183442Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-july-18-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240722
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240727
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240214T183205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T151900Z
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240725T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240725T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T161748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183557Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-july-25-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rootead-Baby-Cafe-Graphic-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240801T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240801T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T162459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183648Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-aug-1-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rootead-Baby-Cafe-Graphic-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240808T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240808T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T162819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183733Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-aug-8-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rootead-Baby-Cafe-Graphic-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240815T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240815T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T183826Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Baby Café is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-aug-15-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240822
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240823
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240501T163041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T151421Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will be closed the week of  8/22 and during Rootead Rest (8/29\, 9/5). \nWe’ll return to our usual schedule on Thursday 9/12\, 4:30 – 6:30 pm.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-aug-22-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240908
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240709T155744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T172823Z
UID:10000370-1724716800-1725753599@rootead.org
SUMMARY:CLOSED for Annual Rest and Reset
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed as we rest & reset from Saturday\, August 24th – Monday\, September 9th. \nProgramming will be temporarily paused during this period. Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will not be running during this period on August 29th or September 5th. \nDoula services and therapy sessions will not be affected.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/closed-for-rest-reset-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240829
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240830
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240821T145101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T151518Z
UID:10000372-1724889600-1724975999@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Baby Café CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will be closed the week of  8/22 and during Rootead Rest (8/29\, 9/5). \nWe’ll return to our usual schedule on Thursday 9/12\, 4:30 – 6:30 pm.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-closed-aug-29-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240906
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240821T145429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T151611Z
UID:10000373-1725494400-1725580799@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Baby Café CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will be closed the week of  8/22 and during Rootead Rest (8/29\, 9/5). \nWe’ll return to our usual schedule on Thursday 9/12\, 4:30 – 6:30 pm.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-closed-sept-5-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240911T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240905T171011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T171011Z
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SUMMARY:Village Playdate
DESCRIPTION: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! \n???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost. \n  \nVillage Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdate-sept-11-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240912T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240912T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240821T145749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T145927Z
UID:10000374-1726158600-1726165800@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-sept-12-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240918T113000
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SUMMARY:Village Playdate
DESCRIPTION: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! \n???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost. \n  \nVillage Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdate-sept-18-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240919T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240919T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240821T150052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153935Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-sept-19-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rootead-Baby-Cafe-Graphic-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240905T171445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T171445Z
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SUMMARY:Village Playdate
DESCRIPTION: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! \n???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost. \n  \nVillage Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdate-sept-25-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240925T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240918T151039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T151355Z
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SUMMARY:Diaper Giveaway @ Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Diaper Giveaway Every Wednesday!\nDiaper giveaway will be every Wednesday beginning on Sept 25th from 11 AM -1 PM.  Come to the Village Playdates and also get free diapers! \nNewborn – 4t/ 5t Pull-ups ~ Limited supply\, first come first serve! \n  \n???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost. \nVillage Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/diaper-giveaway-sept-25-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Diaper-Giveaway.png
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240926T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240821T150408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T154023Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 4:30 PM- 6:30 PM \nOur weekly Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead is a new initiative in our community\, dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for chest- and breastfeeding individuals to access professional assistance free of charge\, receive unwavering support\, and gain access to invaluable resources essential for the success of their journeys. We understand the significance of supporting individuals and their infants during this crucial stage of life\, and our mission is to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels empowered and supported. \nThe Baby Café is a walk-in parent support group with lactation professionals present to provide support for baby feeding. This free service is available in partnership with Bronson Health Foundation and W.K. Kellogg Foundation. \n  \nDate: Weekly on Thursdays \nTime: 4:30pm-6:30pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-sept-26-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Rootead-Baby-Cafe-Graphic-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T090000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240904T152410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241118T173748Z
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SUMMARY:Wednesday Morning Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Wednesday Morning Yoga!\nRise and shine with an invigorating flow for mobility\, breathwork\, chanting and meditation. Tantra Hatha Yoga \nThe 8-week course will be Wednesday mornings\, 8:00AM – 9:00AM at Rootead’s studio. \nThe schedule is: \n\nWednesday\, October 2\nWednesday\, October 9\nWednesday\, October 16\nWednesday\, October 23\nWednesday\, October 30\nWednesday\, November 6\nWednesday\, November 13\nWednesday\, November 20\n\n  \nWhen: Wednesdays beginning October 2nd from 8 AM  – 9 AM \nWhere: Rootead Studio \nCost: $100 [scholarships available\, but limited] \nRegistration is now closed for this session.  \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/wednesday-morning-yoga-oct-2-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/yoga-wednesdays-with-kama-4.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240905T171652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T171652Z
UID:10000417-1727863200-1727868600@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Village Playdate
DESCRIPTION: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! \n???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost. \n  \nVillage Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/village-playdate-oct-2-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241002T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240918T151631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T151631Z
UID:10000436-1727866800-1727874000@rootead.org
SUMMARY:Diaper Giveaway @ Baby Café
DESCRIPTION:Diaper Giveaway Every Wednesday!\nDiaper giveaway will be every Wednesday beginning on Sept 25th from 11 AM -1 PM.  Come to the Village Playdates and also get free diapers! \nNewborn – 4t/ 5t Pull-ups ~ Limited supply\, first come first serve! \n  \n???? Village Playdates are weekly drop-ins with story time and activities to participate in at no cost. \nVillage Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead. \n  \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/diaper-giveaway-oct-2-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Diaper-Giveaway.png
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241003T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241003T183000
DTSTAMP:20260425T155401
CREATED:20240722T153352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T151353Z
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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
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://rootead.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/RYDDE-Auditions-Social-Media-1.png
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