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Wednesdays from June 7 to August 2 1:00pm to 4:00pm DSAWM Office Ages 7 to 12 This summer, DSAWM is partnering with GVSU Occupational Therapy graduate students to put together a fun and educational program to help our school-aged members stay engaged in learning over summer break! We will be incorporating lessons is reading, follow […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 23 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This summer we will once again be offering a dance class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! We will provide an Introduction to Dance class on Wednesday nights from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Sign […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 23 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 13+ This summer we will once again be offering a dance class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! We will provide an Social Dance class on Wednesday nights from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Sign up anytime! REGISTER […]
Once a month on Thursdays 6:30pm to 8:00pm Join the Moms' Night Out support group for their monthly gatherings! Moms of children with Down syndrome are invited to meet up once a month to connect, share stories, offer support, and just have a fun night out together! Please RSVP to RaeAnne at raeanne.porte@gmail.com if you […]
Fridays from June 9 through August 18* *Playgroups will be canceled in the event of inclement weather 10:00am to 12:00pm Rosewood Park All ages Join DSAWM Executive Director, Katie and her son, Fynn at Rosewood Park in Jension for a morning of fun! This is a great opportunity for kids with Down syndrome to get […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Join us June 12-16 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every other summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open […]
Mondays, June 12 through September 11* *No class on June 19 or July 3 Race Day: September 17 6:30pm to 7:30pm Manhattan Park 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Sessions will be offered weekly on Monday evenings […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Join us June 12-16 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every other summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open […]
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 […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Join us June 12-16 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every other summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 2 1:00pm to 4:00pm DSAWM Office Ages 7 to 12 This summer, DSAWM is partnering with GVSU Occupational Therapy graduate students to put together a fun and educational program to help our school-aged members stay engaged in learning over summer break! We will be incorporating lessons is reading, follow […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 23 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This summer we will once again be offering a dance class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! We will provide an Introduction to Dance class on Wednesday nights from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Sign […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Join us June 12-16 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every other summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open […]
Biweekly on Thursdays from June 15 to August 24 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 12+Â Movie-Making & Music is back for another season! Join Nate from Arts in Motion for this fun and interactive program that teaches members how to become amazing performers! Participants will get to learn about filmmaking and acting and will […]
Thursdays, Bi-Weekly DSAWM Building* Ages 16+ or 12-15 with parent/guardian in attendence Join us for Cooking Capers! Participants will work together with volunteers to create three separate dishes to make one delicious meal that they will get to enjoy! This is a great way to develop fine-motor and kitchen safety and health skills. Please register […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm SOMI Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Join us June 12-16 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every other summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open […]
Fridays from June 9 through August 18* *Playgroups will be canceled in the event of inclement weather 10:00am to 12:00pm Rosewood Park All ages Join DSAWM Executive Director, Katie and her son, Fynn at Rosewood Park in Jension for a morning of fun! This is a great opportunity for kids with Down syndrome to get […]
Saturday, June 17th 4:00pm to 8:00pm DSAWM Building Courtyard Join the 21 Shades support group for a cookout! We will be gathering in the courtyard of the Special Olympics Building for an evening of fun! Please bring your own chairs or blankets and any yard games you would like to play. DSAWM will be providing […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm The Point Community Center Join us June 19-23 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open to members […]
Mondays, June 12 through September 11* *No class on June 19 or July 3 Race Day: September 17 6:30pm to 7:30pm Manhattan Park 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Sessions will be offered weekly on Monday evenings […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm The Point Community Center Join us June 19-23 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open to members […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm The Point Community Center Join us June 19-23 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open to members […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 2 1:00pm to 4:00pm DSAWM Office Ages 7 to 12 This summer, DSAWM is partnering with GVSU Occupational Therapy graduate students to put together a fun and educational program to help our school-aged members stay engaged in learning over summer break! We will be incorporating lessons is reading, follow […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 23 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This summer we will once again be offering a dance class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! We will provide an Introduction to Dance class on Wednesday nights from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Sign […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm The Point Community Center Join us June 19-23 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open to members […]
75-minute time slots 8:30am-4:50pm The Point Community Center Join us June 19-23 iCan Bike Camp, a week-long program in partnership with iCan Shine that teaches children with disabilities how to ride a two-wheeled bicycle. The camp is offered every summer to DSAWM members and West Michigan children with disabilities. Registration will be open to members […]
Fridays from June 9 through August 18* *Playgroups will be canceled in the event of inclement weather 10:00am to 12:00pm Rosewood Park All ages Join DSAWM Executive Director, Katie and her son, Fynn at Rosewood Park in Jension for a morning of fun! This is a great opportunity for kids with Down syndrome to get […]
Mondays, June 12 through September 11* *No class on June 19 or July 3 Race Day: September 17 6:30pm to 7:30pm Manhattan Park 14+ Rapid Runners is a fun program that encourages participants to maintain great health, get exercise, meet new friends, and tackle a 5k race. Sessions will be offered weekly on Monday evenings […]
4th Mondays 6:30-7:30pm DSAWM Office Parents/Caregivers of individuals with Ds 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. Email us at info@dsawm.org to RSVP.
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 […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 2 1:00pm to 4:00pm DSAWM Office Ages 7 to 12 This summer, DSAWM is partnering with GVSU Occupational Therapy graduate students to put together a fun and educational program to help our school-aged members stay engaged in learning over summer break! We will be incorporating lessons is reading, follow […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 23 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This summer we will once again be offering a dance class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! We will provide an Introduction to Dance class on Wednesday nights from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Sign […]
Wednesdays from June 7 to August 23 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 13+ This summer we will once again be offering a dance class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! We will provide an Social Dance class on Wednesday nights from 4:00pm to 5:00pm. Sign up anytime! REGISTER […]
Biweekly on Thursdays from June 15 to August 24 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 12+Â Movie-Making & Music is back for another season! Join Nate from Arts in Motion for this fun and interactive program that teaches members how to become amazing performers! Participants will get to learn about filmmaking and acting and will […]
Once a month 6:00pm to 8:00pm Join the Dads' Night Out group for an evening of fun and fellowship! Dads of children with Down syndrome are invited to gather once a month to connect, share stories, ask questions, and just have an evening out with friends! All are welcome to attend! Upcoming gatherings: April 27 […]
Thursdays, Bi-Weekly DSAWM Building* Ages 16+ or 12-15 with parent/guardian in attendence Join us for Cooking Capers! Participants will work together with volunteers to create three separate dishes to make one delicious meal that they will get to enjoy! This is a great way to develop fine-motor and kitchen safety and health skills. Please register […]
Fridays from June 9 through August 18* *Playgroups will be canceled in the event of inclement weather 10:00am to 12:00pm Rosewood Park All ages Join DSAWM Executive Director, Katie and her son, Fynn at Rosewood Park in Jension for a morning of fun! This is a great opportunity for kids with Down syndrome to get […]