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Rootead Reclaiming the village through birth justice, youth enrichment, and community healing 🌿

Reclaiming the village through cultural liberation by holding spaces for internal transformation, healing arts & birthing justice.

Check us out this week. Swing by for the playdates and grab diapers afterwards!
10/20/2026

Check us out this week. Swing by for the playdates and grab diapers afterwards!

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Charles Parker!Affectionately known throughout Kalamazoo as “Mr. Everything,” Char...
10/20/2026

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Charles Parker!

Affectionately known throughout Kalamazoo as “Mr. Everything,” Charles Parker is a lifelong community leader with more than 50 years of mentoring, coaching, and creating opportunities for young people.

From founding youth programs to coaching generations of athletes, Mr. Parker has used sports, education, and mentorship to teach discipline, leadership, perseverance, and community responsibility.

On November 7, we’re proud to celebrate Charles for a lifetime of service and his continued commitment to building the village around Kalamazoo’s youth.

Join us at the 2026 African Masquerade as we honor Charles and other incredible community leaders.

🌿Tickets are on sale now through the link in our bio https://rootead.org/african-masquerade/

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Pamela Roland!Known affectionately as “Ms. Pam,” Pamela is the visionary founder o...
10/19/2026

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Pamela Roland!

Known affectionately as “Ms. Pam,” Pamela is the visionary founder of the Kalamazoo Junior Girls Organization, which has mentored and supported nearly 10,000 girls and families across four generations.
Since 1986, she has dedicated herself to helping girls grow into self-reliant women through mentorship, leadership development, community service, creative expression, and practical life skills.

On November 7, we’re proud to celebrate Pamela for her decades of mentorship, advocacy for girls, and commitment to building generations of confident young women and community leaders.

Join us at the 2026 African Masquerade as we honor Pamela and other incredible community leaders.

Tickets are on sale now through the link in our bio https://rootead.org/african-masquerade/

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Sonya Bernard-Hollins!Sonya is an award-winning journalist, author, historian, pub...
10/18/2026

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Sonya Bernard-Hollins!

Sonya is an award-winning journalist, author, historian, publisher, and youth advocate dedicated to preserving overlooked stories and helping others share their own.

Through Season Press LLC, Sonya and her husband have helped more than 200 authors and organizations bring their stories to life. She is also the founder of Merze Tate Explorers, empowering girls through travel, journalism, college exploration, and career exposure.

On November 7, we’re proud to celebrate Sonya for her commitment to preserving history, uplifting voices, and inspiring the next generation of storytellers and leaders.

Join us at the 2026 African Masquerade as we honor Sonya and other incredible community leaders.

🌿Tickets are on sale now through the link in our bio https://rootead.org/african-masquerade/

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Pastor Lenzy E. Bell!Pastor Bell is a respected spiritual leader whose decades of ...
10/17/2026

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Pastor Lenzy E. Bell!

Pastor Bell is a respected spiritual leader whose decades of service have helped strengthen the Kalamazoo community.
As Senior Pastor of First United Baptist Church, he has spent more than two decades using faith as a foundation for service, uplifting families, fostering connection, advocating for community, and creating spaces of hope, dignity, and belonging.

On November 7, we’re proud to celebrate Pastor Bell for his leadership, service, and continued investment in our community and the generations to come.

Join us at the 2026 African Masquerade as we honor Pastor Bell and other incredible community leaders.

🌿Tickets are on sale now through the link in our bio https://rootead.org/african-masquerade/

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Isabela Robinson!Isabela is an Afro-Latinx leader dedicated to expanding opportuni...
10/12/2026

Meet 2026 African Masquerade Honoree, Isabela Robinson!

Isabela is an Afro-Latinx leader dedicated to expanding opportunities for children and families through equity, inclusion, and access.

After recognizing a need among international families in Kalamazoo, she founded Kid’s International Home, providing high-quality, no-cost preschool education to children and families in underserved communities.

On November 7, we’re proud to celebrate Isabela for her commitment to educational equity and building a more inclusive future for children and families.

Join us at the 2026 African Masquerade as we honor Isabela and other incredible community leaders.

🌿Tickets are on sale now through the link in our bio https://rootead.org/african-masquerade/

This Wednesday is full of free programming! Come check us out 🌿
10/12/2026

This Wednesday is full of free programming! Come check us out 🌿

Consider this your sign to start planning the LOOK. Last year, our guests understood the assignment, and we can’t wait t...
10/09/2026

Consider this your sign to start planning the LOOK.
Last year, our guests understood the assignment, and we can’t wait to see what you bring to the African Masquerade this year!

Black tie, formal wear, and African attire are all encouraged. Complete your look with a mask and make it your own bold, elegant, dramatic, or completely over the top.

And this year, your mask just might earn you a little something extra. 👀
Come photo booth ready in your best mask and let the crowd crown the night’s 2026 Best Mask Contest winner!

🌿Saturday, November 7, 2026
🌿The Epic Center
🌿Tickets are on sale now through the link in our bio or visit https://rootead.org/african-masquerade/

Knowing your birthing rights can change the way you experience pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum care.You have the...
10/09/2026

Knowing your birthing rights can change the way you experience pregnancy, labor, birth, and postpartum care.

You have the right to ask questions. You have the right to understand your options. You have the right to advocate for yourself. And yes—you have the right to say no.

Join us for Know Your Birthing Rights, a space created to help expecting parents and families feel more informed, prepared, and confident when making decisions about their care.

Swipe through, then register to join us. Your birth. Your body. Your rights.
Registration is linked here https://linktr.ee/rooteadkzoo or in our bio

Up bright and early ready to learn! Jamara and Mo are attending the Safe Kids Kalamazoo County car seat training to beco...
10/08/2026

Up bright and early ready to learn!

Jamara and Mo are attending the Safe Kids Kalamazoo County car seat training to become certified child passenger safety technicians, keeping our littlest community members safe on the road!

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505 E. Kalmazoo Avenue Suite 3
Kalamazoo, MI
49007

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 6pm

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+12697209200

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