Summer Market Hours

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! We have new established summer hours where the market at the Rootead Studio, featuring Rootead merchandise as well as other items from local artisans, will be open to the public. The hours below will be effective Tuesday, June 27, 2023 thru Tuesday, September 5, 2023: Tuesday-Thursday- 11 AM - 6 PM  Friday 11 AM […]

Village Playdate

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

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 at Rootead's studio.  

Community Drum + Dance @ Harrison Park

Harrison Park Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Saturday, July 8th 3 pm - 4 pm at Harrison Park Drop-In. $10 donation suggested.    

$10

Youth Summer Camp – Session I

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

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! There will be two sessions this […]

$200

Youth Summer Camp – Session II

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

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! There will be two sessions this […]

$200

Community Drum + Dance @ Harrison Park

Harrison Park Gull Rd, Kalamazoo, MI, United States

Thursday, August 3rd 6 pm - 7 pm at Harrison Park Drop-In. $10 donation suggested.    

$10

Village Playdate

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

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 September 13th through December 20th (EXCEPT November […]

Village Playdate

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

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 September 13th through December 20th (EXCEPT November […]

Village Playdate

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

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 September 13th through December 20th (EXCEPT November […]

RYDDE Auditions

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

Audition for RYDDE (Rootead Youth Drum & Dance Ensemble) RYDDE 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. Drummers Audition: Wednesday, September 27th @ 6 PM - 7 PM Dancers Audition: Thursday, September 28th […]

Free

RYDDE Auditions

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

Audition for RYDDE (Rootead Youth Drum & Dance Ensemble) RYDDE 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. Drummers Audition: Wednesday, September 27th @ 6 PM - 7 PM Dancers Audition: Thursday, September 28th […]

Free

Community Yoga

Rootead 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo

Join us for our weekly Community Yoga!   Beginner-friendly yoga & movement. Everyone is welcome, but these workshops will be intentional, safe spaces for Black people and people of color. No special clothing or equipment required. We have yoga mats, yoga blocks, blankets, and pillows for use. Please come as you are and deep breathe […]

$5 – $10