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Upcoming Programs

Community Drum and Dance

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Community Drum and Dance is a multigenerational, traditional West African Dance celebration, which will be held at numerous locations throughout the Greater Kalamazoo area this summer.

• The El Concilio Health Day Event at Spring Valley Park (Saturday, Aug. 14 at 11am) celebrates the Dundunba rhythm. The “strong man's” rhythm and dance, Dundunba is an iconic West African celebratory rhythm to build power.
• And both the September events (2 pm Sept. 11 at the Kalamazoo Nature Center and 2 pm Sept. 25 at Harrison Park in partnership with Urban Zone) will feature the Kakilambe rhythm. Kakilambe refers both to specific percussion patterns and to a dance that’s symbolic of the celebration of life, crop growth, and the birth of children. 
• ​For more information or to request an interview with Rootead’s Youth and Cultural Arts Director, email jay@rootead.org or call (269) 720-9200.

Real Talk with RBG*

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​*New Time for September: Thursday, Sept. 16, at 6:30 pm at Harrison Park

​Get ready to meet Real Talk with RBG live in person!
We are so excited to gather with you in nature to cultivate community and talk about how we RISE, together. In September, we will turn on our internal power switch as we lean into the Principles of Emergent Strategy. We always come with plenty of conversation material, but most of all we want to know from you what is burning in your body and mind. This conversation space is specifically adults and breastfeeding babes only, so please do leave any other children at home. Food and drink are welcome!

Registration is required. RSVP above!

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Ongoing Programs

Rootead Virtual Library

Rootead Virtual Library: 
​Learn African Drum & Dance, fun for the whole family!

Videos and content is waiting for you! Come on in and join the fun!

​Open Now!

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Lil Roots

Lil Roots has a very similar structure to RYDC. They meet twice a week for an hour and learn African dances, rhythms, songs, and history. The goal of this program is to hold space for the 8-12 year old youth who are consistent and dedicated to ​Rootead’s teachings. ​

Red Birth Green:
​Birth Training

Reclaiming Birth: Birthwork Training for anyone seeking to address birth disparities in their community. RBG Certification (optional) & expert knowledge!

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Services

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RED BIRTH GREEN

• Doula from a Distance 
• Support Services for the Childbearing Year 
• Community Based Birth Support 

*All services are pay what you can

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BLACK AND BROWN THERAPY COLLECTIVE

• Find Therapy

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YOUTH AND CULTURAL ARTS

• Request a Performance

 

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