CLOSED for Independence Day Break
2026-07-03 - 2026-07-06 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed for Independence Day break from Friday, July 3 – Monday, July 6 2026. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday, July 7th.
Programming will be temporarily paused during this period.

Youth Summer Camp - Session II
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-10 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Rootead Youth Summer Camp offers three exciting sessions to choose from, running Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at the Rootead Studio.
Designed for youth ages 5–12 (must have completed Kindergarten), campers will learn the fundamentals of West African Drum & Dance, create African-inspired crafts, and explore the strategy game Mancala.
Each session concludes with a family showcase where campers share what they’ve learned!
☀️ What to Know ☀️
• Campers must bring their own lunch daily. Lunch will not be provided.
• Snacks will be available throughout the day.
• Please pack an extra pair of clothes in your camper’s bag in case of clothing emergencies or scheduled water days (families will be notified ahead of time for any water activities).

There will be three sessions this year, and the dates are:

Session 1: Monday, June 29 – Friday, July 3, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Session 2: Monday, July 6 – Friday, July 10, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Session 3: Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17, 9:00am – 4:00pm

The cost of the summer camp is $200/week per child. Scholarships are available.

REGISTER HERE

Village Playdate
2026-07-08 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-15 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-22 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-07-29 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-05 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-08-12 10:00 - 11:30 UTC | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 story time and activities to participate in at no cost.

Village Playdates will be every Wednesday from 10 AM – 11:30 AM at the Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite o. Kalamazoo MI 49007.

Diaper Giveaway @ Baby Café
2026-07-08 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-15 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-22 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-29 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-05 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-12 11:00 - 13:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
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 ~ Limited supply, first come first serve!

Pop Up Baby Café - El Concilio
2026-07-09 14:00 - 16:00 | El Concilio, 2501 Millcork St, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49001
Join us for a pop up of our Baby Café at El Concilio!
March 12th, April 9th, May 14th, June 11th, and July 9th from 2pm – 4pm
The 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.

Men's Yoga
2026-07-09 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-07-23 18:30 - 19:45, 2026-08-13 18:30 - 19:45 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Build strength, improve balance, and increase mobility through slow, intentional movement. This mindful yoga practice emphasizes controlled transitions and sustained holds to build stability, flexibility, and functional strength while creating a gentle, satisfying burn without the need for high-intensity exercise. Designed to help you move with greater ease and confidence, this class is welcoming to all experience levels, including beginners.
Schedule: July 9–September 24
When: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday | 6:30–7:45 PM
Donation-based entry.
REGISTER HERE

Pop Up Baby Café - Edison Neighborhood Association
2026-07-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Edison Neighborhood Association, 816 Washington Ave, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49001
Join us for a pop up of our Baby Café at the Edison Neighborhood Association!
March 13th, April 10th, May 8th, June 12th, and July 10th from 5pm – 7pm
The 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.

Grief Circle
2026-07-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-08 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 on the second Saturday of each month, 10:00AM – 12:00PM and facilitated by Iilona Erskine.
A monthly gathering to connect, reflect, and heal in community. Together, we create space to support ourselves and one another while exploring simple, restorative practices that help us navigate grief, cultivate resilience, and continue finding moments of joy, hope, and wonder.

Our Grief Circles are offered at no charge, but we welcome donations to help cover the cost of doing this work.
When: Second Saturday of the month, 10 AM -noon beginning July 11 and running through December 12
Where: Rootead
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]

Youth Summer Camp - Session III
2026-07-13 - 2026-07-17 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007

Blossom Babies: Childbirth Education
2026-07-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Join us for Blossom Babies
Blossom Babies is a comprehensive, culturally responsive childbirth and postpartum education class designed to support birthing people and their families as they prepare for labor, delivery, and the early weeks of parenting. Rooted in empowerment and informed choice, this class creates a safe and supportive space to build confidence, ask questions, and connect with others on a similar journey.
REGISTER HERE

Location: Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead Enrichment Center, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0, Kalamazoo, MI 49007

Prenatal Yoga
2026-07-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-07-30 17:30 - 18:30 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Support your body and mind throughout pregnancy with gentle, intentional movement. This prenatal yoga class focuses on safe, low-impact poses that help build strength, improve flexibility and balance, ease common pregnancy discomforts such as lower back pain and swelling, and promote relaxation and overall well-being. No previous yoga experience is necessary.
Schedule: July 16 and July 30
When: Thursday | 5:30–6:30 PM
REGISTER HERE

Blossom Babies: Postpartum Education
2026-07-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007

Adult Drum and Dance
2026-07-29 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-08-05 17:30 - 19:00, 2026-08-12 17:30 - 19:00 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Experience the power of rhythm, movement, and community in this 6-week African Drum & Dance series. Participants will explore foundational drumming techniques, traditional dance movements, and the rich cultural traditions that inspire these vibrant art forms. Whether you’re new to drum and dance or looking to deepen your practice, this welcoming class is open to all skill levels.

Schedule: July 29–September 2
When: Wednesdays | 5:30–7:00 PM
Cost: $10
REGISTER HERE

CLOSED for Rootead Retreat 2026
2026-08-14 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007
Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed for our Rootead Retreat on Friday, August 14th.
Programming will be temporarily paused during this period.
