Our Work
Peace House Kalamazoo is dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing after school and summer program for neighborhood kids. Our goal is to create a supportive environment where children can learn, grow, play, and develop skills that will help them succeed in the future. Through our programs, we try to cultivate a sense of community and belonging.
Summer 2026
July 6 - Aug. 12
All attendees must be registered
MONDAY
6 - 7:30 pm: Cooking lessons with Laurel
TUESDAY
2 - 4: Arts, crafts, games, sports
6 - 7:30: Youth Advisory Board meeting
WEDNESDAY
6 - 7:30: Reading Club: reading, prizes, board games, theater, open play
THURSDAY
2 - 4:30: Field trip to the Kik Pool or Kalamazoo Nature Center (families welcome to join the Kik Pool field trips)
QUESTIONS? Text us at (269) 350-3812
Peace House After-school Program
During the school year we are open three days a week: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, from 4 - 5:30 pm.
Kids can bring homework and we will help them get it completed. They can also read for 20 minutes. Whenever they do 20 minutes or more of reading or homework they earn a prize!
We also have an expansive outdoor space where kids can run around and play, and a big back deck where we play games and do arts and crafts on the warmer days. Favorite activities include playing tag, kicking the soccer ball, playing basketball, swinging on the swings, playing board games, coloring and drawing.
In the winter months we continue to play outside. Please have kids wear warm weather gear, or they can borrow it from us for the day. We love playing in the snow and sledding down our gentle slope in the backyard.
Come and join the fun! We are open to all ages but preschool-age kids need to come with a parent or guardian the first time to see if it will work for them.
Summer 2025
This past summer we had a blast! Here are some highlights:
Registration information
To register your child for the Peace House after-school program, text 269-350-3812 and share your name (parent/guardian). We'll send you a registration link!
Testimonials
"I like everything -- the swings, crafting, scooters, coloring and the snack. I also like helping the workers."
Rocio, age 9
"Peace House rules. I like reading for prizes. I like to play with my friends. I like eating free food and running around."
Tristan, age 10
Contact Us
To learn more about our after school and summer programs, or if you are interested in volunteering or helping out in any way, please reach out to us! We welcome collaborations and opportunities to further our work of supporting kids and families in the Eastside neighborhood.