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Jack, 5

Jack loves playing with his brother and going to swim class. He always has a smile or hug for new friends!

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Addison, 6

Addison is the big sister to Aaliyah and little sister to Ella. She is witty, smart, and full of life!

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Eric, 33

Eric is a one man band who plays the guitar, trumpet, keyboard, and sings. He loves his music and making people happy.

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Allie, 26

Allie is a self-advocate who loves her friends, working at her various jobs, dancing, modeling, skiing, exercising, and journaling.

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Jase, 2

Jase loves dancing with his siblings, dogs, and all things baby shark!

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Events Calendar

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  • May 2025

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2025-04-28

The Mitten Brewing Fundraiser

The Mitten Brewing Fundraiser

April 28

The Mitten Brewing Fundraiser

Join us for a fundraiser at the Mitten Brewing! DSAWM will receive 50% of all food sales, takeout and dine-in, all day. DSAWM staff will be at the Mitten from […]

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

April 28 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group that meets every month. The Aging with Down Syndrome Meetings are sponsored by DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants […]

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4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

April 29 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

Tuesdays 4:30pm-5:30pm April 15th-May 13th DSAWM is partnering with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer a series of Theatre Classes! Step into a world of creativity and fun with Imagine That! Through […]

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10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

May 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

Saturdays DSAWM Playroom 10:00am-11:15am Ages 0-5 We are collaborating with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups again for more fun therapy and learning activities! This 5 […]

5:00 pm - 11:55 pm

2025 Winners Cup Benefit

May 3 @ 5:00 pm - 11:55 pm

2025 Winners Cup Benefit

This year’s event, hosted on Saturday, May 3rd by the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan Foundation, marks the 21st Winners Cup Benefit and the 40th anniversary of the Down […]

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4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

May 6 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

Tuesdays 4:30pm-5:30pm April 15th-May 13th DSAWM is partnering with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer a series of Theatre Classes! Step into a world of creativity and fun with Imagine That! Through […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Lakeshore Kibu Program

May 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Lakeshore Kibu Program

Come join us for our Kibu program for members aged 4 and older on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM at the Loutit District Library (Program Room A) in Grand Haven […]

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10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

May 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

Saturdays DSAWM Playroom 10:00am-11:15am Ages 0-5 We are collaborating with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups again for more fun therapy and learning activities! This 5 […]

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4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

May 13 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

Tuesdays 4:30pm-5:30pm April 15th-May 13th DSAWM is partnering with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer a series of Theatre Classes! Step into a world of creativity and fun with Imagine That! Through […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Book Club

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Book Club

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month  6:00pm-7:00pm Schuler Books Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbi for Book Club at Schuler Books […]

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10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

May 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

Saturdays DSAWM Playroom 10:00am-11:15am Ages 0-5 We are collaborating with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups again for more fun therapy and learning activities! This 5 […]

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5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Self Advocate Board Meeting

May 19 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Self Advocate Board Meeting

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

May 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group that meets every month. The Aging with Down Syndrome Meetings are sponsored by DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants […]

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4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Family Night Out

May 24 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Family Night Out

DSAWM is very excited to announce Family Night Out (FNO) for Kalamazoo area families at Ripple Effects Inclusion Center! Ripple Effects is an inclusive facility that has space for families […]

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2025-05-26

Office Closed for Memorial Day

Office Closed for Memorial Day

May 26

Office Closed for Memorial Day

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6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Book Club

May 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Book Club

Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month  6:00pm-7:00pm Schuler Books Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbi for Book Club at Schuler Books […]

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April 28
All day

The Mitten Brewing Fundraiser

April 28 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

April 29
April 29 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

  • There are no events on this day.
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May 3
May 3 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

May 3 @ 5:00 pm - 11:55 pm

2025 Winners Cup Benefit

  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
May 6
May 6 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

May 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Lakeshore Kibu Program

  • There are no events on this day.
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May 10
May 10 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

  • There are no events on this day.
  • There are no events on this day.
May 13
May 13 @ 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Theatre Class

May 13 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Book Club

May 17
May 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

May 19
May 19 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Self Advocate Board Meeting

May 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

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May 17
May 17 @ 10:00 am - 11:15 am Event Series

CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group

  • There are no events on this day.
May 19
May 19 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Self Advocate Board Meeting

May 19 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

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May 24
May 24 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm Event Series

Kalamazoo Family Night Out

  • There are no events on this day.
May 26
All day

Office Closed for Memorial Day

May 27
May 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Event Series

Book Club

  • There are no events on this day.
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DSAWM is a proud member of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, an organization dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through Research, Medical Care, Education, and Advocacy.
DSAWM is a proud member of the Global Down Syndrome Foundation, an organization dedicated to significantly improving the lives of people with Down syndrome through Research, Medical Care, Education, and Advocacy.
DSAWM is a member of Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action, an association of local, state, and regional Down syndrome organizations who share experiences, exchange program materials, and find ways to learn from each other.
DSAWM is a member of Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action, an association of local, state, and regional Down syndrome organizations who share experiences, exchange program materials, and find ways to learn from each other.

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