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SUMMARY:CLOSED for Late Fall Break
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed for Late Fall Break from Tuesday\, November 26th – Monday\, December 2nd. We will resume regular hours on Tuesday\, December 3rd. \nProgramming will be temporarily paused during this period. Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will not be running during this period on November 28th. \nDoula services and select programs such as Grief Circle will not be affected.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/late-fall-break-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241204T113000
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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-dec-4-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241204T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241204T130000
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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-dec-4-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241205T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T175327Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 10 AM – 12 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: 10am-12pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-dec-5-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241205T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241205T210000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20240905T161135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241121T174003Z
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SUMMARY:Poetry Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Poetry Night!\nFeatured Artist Thursday\, December 5th: Quincy\nCreating space for young adults through the healing art of spoken word. Join us on the first Thursday of each month October through March alongside a featured artist. Whether you listen or perform\, all are welcome. Tea and water will be provided. In partnership with RAWK. \nWhen: First Thursdays of the month\, beginning October 2024 and running through March 2025\, from 7:30-9 PM. \nWhere: Rootead Studio \nAges: 18+ \nCost: $2 with student ID/ $5 without student ID [no one will be turned away]
URL:https://rootead.org/event/poetry-night-dec-5-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Community Healing,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241211T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241211T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20240905T173129Z
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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-dec-11-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241211T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20240918T153539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153539Z
UID:10000446-1733914800-1733922000@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-dec-11-2024/
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:20241212T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
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LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T175542Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 10 AM – 12 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: 10am-12pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-dec-12-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241218T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241218T113000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20240905T173233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T173233Z
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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-dec-18-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241218T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20240918T153710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T153710Z
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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-dec-18-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241219T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
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SUMMARY:Baby Café Open Hours
DESCRIPTION:Announcing our new Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead!\nThursdays weekly from 10 AM – 12 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: 10am-12pm \nLocation: Rootead Enrichment Center\, 505 East Kalamazoo Ave. Suite 0\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007 \n 
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-dec-19-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250102
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20241023T153840Z
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SUMMARY:CLOSED for Winter Break
DESCRIPTION:Rootead Enrichment Center will be closed for Winter Break from Saturday\, December 21st – Wednesday\, January 1st. We will resume regular hours on Thursday\, January 2nd. \nProgramming will be temporarily paused during this period. Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will not be running during this period on December 26th. \nDoula services and select programs such as Grief Circle will not be affected.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/closed-for-winter-break-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20241226
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241227
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20241023T154053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T154053Z
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SUMMARY:Baby Café CLOSED
DESCRIPTION:The Kalamazoo Baby Café at Rootead will be closed on Thursday\, December 26th during our Winter Break. \nWe’ll return on Thursday\, January 2nd.
URL:https://rootead.org/event/baby-cafe-closed-dec-26-2024/
LOCATION:Rootead\, 505 E Kalamazoo Ave\, Suite 3\, Kalamazoo\, 49007
CATEGORIES:Birth Justice,Home
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241228T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260424T153122
CREATED:20240905T145830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240919T184733Z
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SUMMARY:Grief Circle
DESCRIPTION:Grief Circle\nIf you are experiencing grief\, we welcome you to our monthly Grief Circles held last Saturdays of the month\, 10:00AM – 12:00PM and facilitated by Rootead Staff.\nThis is a monthly gathering to hold space and provide support to others as well as oneself. Collectively practicing simple tools to help make space around grief and continue to find joy and wonder in the world. \n  \nOur Grief Circles are offered at no charge\, but we welcome donations to help cover the cost of doing this work. \nWhen: Last Saturday of the month\, 10 AM -noon beginning October 2024 and running through May 2025 \nWhere: Rootead Studio \n  \n\nWhat is grief? \nGrief 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: \n\nA loved one.\nA marriage\, friendship or another form of kinship.\nYour home\, neighborhood or community.\nYour job or career.\nFinancial stability.\nA dream or goal.\nGood health.\nYour youth.\nFertility.\nYour own loss of life as you prepare for death.\n\n[Taken from https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24787-grief]
URL:https://rootead.org/event/grief-circle-dec-28-2024/
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/Grief-Circle-General-with-Time.png
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