Juneteenth Celebration @ Bronson Park
2026-06-20 13:00 - 19:00 UTC | Bronson Park, 200 Rose Street, Kalamazoo, MI, 49007, United States
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR ANNUAL JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION!

When: Saturday, June 20, 2026 // 1-7 PM
Where: Bronson Park
Join us for a Juneteenth Celebration, June 20th 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!
VENDOR REGISTER: Juneteenth Registration Form

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

Youth Summer Camp - Session I
2026-06-29 - 2026-07-03 | 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

Youth Summer Camp - Session II
2026-07-06 - 2026-07-10 | Rootead, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave, Suite 3, Kalamazoo, 49007

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

African Masquerade Fundraiser Gala
2026-11-07 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 7, 2026 from 7-11 PM
Where: The Epic Center

More details to come!
