Some of our programs require you register as a Fire youth (our "Fireflies"!). So...

 How do I become a Fire youth?
Good question! We're easing back open looking for teens who are seeking a space to express themselves. Youth can register through our Google intake form (located to the right)! We also have it available in paper or can provide support over phone/zoom to complete it, if that is more accessible. 

Youth are invited to any of our open programming without registration, like workshops and open mics. If a youth wants to register for a particular program, we appreciate them doing so in advance.

Fire Programs Calendar

Workshops & Summer Programs

Calling all middle school and high-school aged youth!! Join us for a drop-in workshop at any workshop listed in our calendar. These workshops do not require pre-registration and are an intimate introduction for new youth, and continual ritual for returning youth. We have a space for you to not only connect and do homework but participate in arts-based activities, puzzles, video games, and writing activities. 

Throughout the year Fire offers out of school time, 'Drop-in' program for ages 11-18 years old to explore arts & crafts, immerse in a collective brave space with their peers & friends, and connect with staff during guided creative arts activities. Our Drop-in Program usually  take place once a week during the Fall, Winter & Spring semesters coinciding with Kalamazoo Public School Calendar Year. 


If you are an organization or artist and interested in participating as a teaching artist to facilitate an activity during Drop-in, connect with Fire's Program Director, David Taylor [email protected]

Retreats/Lock-Ins/Trips

If you attend any of our programs, you're eligible to attend our special outings. You can sign up at Fire. Follow our social media for updates on these!
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Free Community Store

Fire's youth led mutual aid project in collaboration with youth scholars from Confident S.O.L.E.

This is the first time we are holding space for physical distribution of resources in this form and we are learning as we go with a rooted understanding of systemic barriers, the realities and nuances of navigating houselessness, lack of necessary resources, safety and cleanliness. 

Fire is a proud partner of Care Collective of SWMI and are happy to support the distribution of period kits in our free store.

Our Free Community Store is open to all while we continue to center youth's needs and desires in our space! If you are a youth age 13-21 years old we are offering Free & limited laundry use by signing up!

Want to volunteer to support the stock and flow of our free store? Please fill out this form and we would love to connect with you!

Next Store Dates: Saturday July 11th & 25th 2026 1-3pm

Open Mics

We host the longest running poetry open mic in the state. Every first Friday of the month. Doors open at 5:30pm, with a firm start  at 6:00pm. Due to the physical capacity of the building we close doors once open mic begins! We ALWAYS prioritize youth voice & expression and will keep that same energy this year in 2025 as we welcome both adults and youth in the space. Monthly open mic event announcements can be found on our Instagram & Facebook page! 

Interested in being a featured artist during open mic? Please contact our Program Coordinator, Asia, at [email protected]. 
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