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Art for School Age with Arts in Motion
Art for School Age with Arts in Motion
Wednesdays DSAWM Office Social Space 5:00pm to 5:30pm Ages 5 to 12 Join us for an art class for children ages 5 to 12! Ken from Arts in Motion will be putting together age-appropriate art projects for participants to do before dance class! Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Dance for Littles with Arts in Motion
Dance for Littles with Arts in Motion
Wednesdays SOMI Auditorium 5:00pm to 5:30pm Ages 5 and younger Join us for a dance class for children ages 0 to 5! Molly from Arts in Motion and DSAWM's Level II Intern, Molly, will join DSAWM again to show off the dance moves of our youngest members. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Dance for School Age with Arts in Motion
Dance for School Age with Arts in Motion
Wednesdays SOMI Auditorium 5:30pm to 6:00pm Ages 5 to 12 Join us for a dance class for children ages 5 to 12! Molly from Arts in Motion and DSAWM's Level II Intern, Molly, will join DSAWM again to show off the dance moves of our school-aged members. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
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Movie Making with Arts in Motion
Movie Making with Arts in Motion
Thursdays SOMI Auditorium 5:00pm to 6:00pm Ages 12+ This fall we will again offer our Moviemaking program with Nate from Arts in Motion! During this session, we will be putting together a few small projects that we can share with our family members and friends at the end of the season. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
GR Cooking Capers
GR Cooking Capers
Thursdays DSAWM Building* 6:00pm to 7:45pm Ages 16+ (Ages 12 to 15 allowed with a parent/guardian present) Come out to join us for Cooking Capers! We are going to be learning cooking skills, kitchen health and safety, measurements, as well as nutrition. During each session, we will cook a delicious 3-course meal and then enjoy eating and socializing. Sign-ups will be required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and sensitivities of our members. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org with any questions.
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Independent Living Workshop Series
Independent Living Workshop Series
This series is geared toward teens and adults seeking information on everything from finances to relationships to internet safety. The schedule of topics will be released soon, so remember to frequent our social media and newsletter. Each workshop will be taught by an expert in that particular week's topic. Our first installment of this workshop will be a social gathering to practice communication skills and goal setting on January 22nd. Join us every Monday to increase independence, build relationships, and expand the power of your advocacy! Register here!
Shape Up
Shape Up
Mondays DSAWM Building Studio 6:00pm to 7:30pm 12+ Join us for another season of Shape Up! Shape Up is a health and exercise program for teens and adults to stay active this fall and winter. Each class will consist of a 45 minute lesson on nutrition and healthy choices, followed by 45 minutes of fun aerobic workouts and strength training. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
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Book Club
Book Club
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month 5:30-6:30pm Time changed to 6:00pm to 7:00pm Schuler Books (28th St.) Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbi for Book Club at Schuler Books on 28th Street. Participants in Book Club will get the chance to read fun books with a group of their peers. After completing a book, members will be invited to a movie night where they will watch a film based on the book they read. All reading levels are welcome. Book Club will meet in the Chapbook Café. Please email info@dsawm.org with any […]
Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Second Tuesday of each month Centerpoint City Church 6:30pm to 7:30pm Ages 12+ Come to Cooking Capers in Kalamazoo! We will be making healthy and delicious meals while developing our kitchen skills and nutritional knowledge! Please register if you plan to attend so that we can be ensure that we are taking everyone's dietary restrictions into account when planning the meal. Registration is open HERE! PROGRAM DATES: October 10 November 14 December 12 January 16 February 13 March 12 April 9 Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
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Dance for Littles with Arts in Motion
Dance for Littles with Arts in Motion
Wednesdays SOMI Auditorium 5:00pm to 5:30pm Ages 5 and younger Join us for a dance class for children ages 0 to 5! Molly from Arts in Motion and DSAWM's Level II Intern, Molly, will join DSAWM again to show off the dance moves of our youngest members. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Art for School Age with Arts in Motion
Art for School Age with Arts in Motion
Wednesdays DSAWM Office Social Space 5:00pm to 5:30pm Ages 5 to 12 Join us for an art class for children ages 5 to 12! Ken from Arts in Motion will be putting together age-appropriate art projects for participants to do before dance class! Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
IEP Crash Course
IEP Crash Course
Wednesday, April 10th DSAWM Office 5:00pm to 7:00pm Join us for an IEP Crash Course to answer any and all questions you may have about the process! We'll be covering everything from time frame to who is required to complete an IEP to the terminology. This is a great opportunity for parents and guardians to update their knowledge on IEP's or be introduced to the concept for the first time. We will be providing dinner and programming for children is available during this time! Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
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Movie Making with Arts in Motion
Movie Making with Arts in Motion
Thursdays SOMI Auditorium 5:00pm to 6:00pm Ages 12+ This fall we will again offer our Moviemaking program with Nate from Arts in Motion! During this session, we will be putting together a few small projects that we can share with our family members and friends at the end of the season. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
GR Cooking Capers
GR Cooking Capers
Thursdays DSAWM Building* 6:00pm to 7:45pm Ages 16+ (Ages 12 to 15 allowed with a parent/guardian present) Come out to join us for Cooking Capers! We are going to be learning cooking skills, kitchen health and safety, measurements, as well as nutrition. During each session, we will cook a delicious 3-course meal and then enjoy eating and socializing. Sign-ups will be required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and sensitivities of our members. Registration is open HERE! Please email info@dsawm.org with any questions.
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Independent Living Workshop Series
Independent Living Workshop Series
This series is geared toward teens and adults seeking information on everything from finances to relationships to internet safety. The schedule of topics will be released soon, so remember to frequent our social media and newsletter. Each workshop will be taught by an expert in that particular week's topic. Our first installment of this workshop will be a social gathering to practice communication skills and goal setting on January 22nd. Join us every Monday to increase independence, build relationships, and expand the power of your advocacy! Register here!
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Independent Living Workshop Series
Independent Living Workshop Series
This series is geared toward teens and adults seeking information on everything from finances to relationships to internet safety. The schedule of topics will be released soon, so remember to frequent our social media and newsletter. Each workshop will be taught by an expert in that particular week's topic. Our first installment of this workshop will be a social gathering to practice communication skills and goal setting on January 22nd. Join us every Monday to increase independence, build relationships, and expand the power of your advocacy! Register here!
Aging with Down Syndrome
Aging with Down Syndrome
6:30 - 7:30 pm DSAWM Office Parents/Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. The present plan is to return Aging Meetings at 6:30 pm on the fourth Monday of each month as of March 25, 2024--when longer daylight hours return to West Michigan. Email us at info@dsawm.org to RSVP.
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Book Club
Book Club
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of each month 5:30-6:30pm Time changed to 6:00pm to 7:00pm Schuler Books (28th St.) Ages 16+ Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbi for Book Club at Schuler Books on 28th Street. Participants in Book Club will get the chance to read fun books with a group of their peers. After completing a book, members will be invited to a movie night where they will watch a film based on the book they read. All reading levels are welcome. Book Club will meet in the Chapbook Café. Please email info@dsawm.org with any […]
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Mom’s Night Out – Grand Rapids
Mom’s Night Out – Grand Rapids
DSAWM hosts monthly MNO gatherings. Mothers raising children with Down syndrome meet to share experiences and support. DSAWM pays for first-time attendees' meals (excluding alcohol). Upcoming events: April 25 - 6:30 PM Dinner at Kitchen 67 - Map May 19 - 11 AM Brunch at Bobcat Bonnie's - Map June 14 - 6:00 PM Food Truck Friday at Riverside Park - Map (Use the ballfield entrance) Bring a chair and choose from the different onsite food options! Information about Food Truck Fridays is here. July 15 - 6:00 PM Ropes Course at Tree Runner Adventure Park - Map This will require at least […]
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Inclement Weather Policy
DSAWM’s severe weather policy follows that of Kentwood Public Schools. This means that if Kentwood Public Schools is closed due to inclement weather, the DSAWM office will automatically be closed and all programs will be cancelled as well. Program cancellation will be posted on the DSAWM website calendar and Facebook. Time permitting, program participants will also be notified by email or phone.