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Mondays 5:00pm to 6:00pm DSAWM Office Come hang out with DSAWM Program Assistant, Peri, before Shape Up! Meet in the DSAWM office conference room to play games, make crafts, and just hangout with friends! All are welcome to attend; no need to register! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Mondays, January 23 through May 1 (No class on April 3) 6:00pm to 7:30pm Studio, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun […]
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 […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 2 to 6 This winter we will begin offering a Creative Movement class for our youngest members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Help your child develop awareness of their bodies and […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This winter we will begin offering an Introduction to Dance class for our school-age members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Your child will have the opportunity to learn […]
Mondays, January 25 – April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 6:00pm to 7:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 13+ This winter we will begin offering a Social Dance class for our teen and adult members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Participants will learn new dance skills in an inclusive […]
Thursdays, February 2 - April 13 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 10+ This winter we will begin offering a movie-making class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Develop your acting skills in a fun and inclusive environment! Registration is open HERE! For more information or if you have […]
Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Life Skills Room, Special Olympics Michigan Center* *Subject to change due to building construction Ages 16+ or 12+ with a parent/caregiver present Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We are very conscious of dietary restrictions […]
Saturdays, February 4 through April 15* *No clinic February 25, March 11, or April 1 10:15am-11:45am MVP Athletic Club Ages 5+ Buddy Up Tennis is back! Professional coaches and Buddies teach children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Tennis racquets are provided. Registration is […]
Saturday, March 4th 3:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Main Gymnasium Join the 21 Shades group for an open gym day! Bring your children out for a day of fun and games! REGISTER HERE! 21 Shades is a support group for families of color and multicultural/multiracial families who are part of the West Michigan Down syndrome community. […]
Mondays 5:00pm to 6:00pm DSAWM Office Come hang out with DSAWM Program Assistant, Peri, before Shape Up! Meet in the DSAWM office conference room to play games, make crafts, and just hangout with friends! All are welcome to attend; no need to register! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Mondays, January 23 through May 1 (No class on April 3) 6:00pm to 7:30pm Studio, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun […]
Wednesday, March 8 5:30pm to 6:30pm Rhythm Dance Center in Belmont Ages 4 and up Join the Reaching with Rhythm Outreach Dance Program for a fun night of performances, interactive learning of new dance genres, and an exploration of rhythms and sounds! Wear clothes and shoes you are comfortable to move around in. Registration is […]
Thursdays, February 2 - April 13 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 10+ This winter we will begin offering a movie-making class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Develop your acting skills in a fun and inclusive environment! Registration is open HERE! For more information or if you have […]
Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Life Skills Room, Special Olympics Michigan Center* *Subject to change due to building construction Ages 16+ or 12+ with a parent/caregiver present Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We are very conscious of dietary restrictions […]
Once a month 6:30pm to 8:00pm* *Start and end time may vary Join us once a month for our Moms' Night Out gatherings! Meet up with other moms of children with Down syndrome to connect, share stories, and seek advice. Come have fun, eat food, and strengthen this community! MNO's will be hosted at a […]
Mondays 5:00pm to 6:00pm DSAWM Office Come hang out with DSAWM Program Assistant, Peri, before Shape Up! Meet in the DSAWM office conference room to play games, make crafts, and just hangout with friends! All are welcome to attend; no need to register! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Mondays, January 23 through May 1 (No class on April 3) 6:00pm to 7:30pm Studio, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun […]
Once a month 6:30pm to 8:00pm Centerpoint City Church in Kalamazoo 16+ (Members 12 and older can participate if their parent/caregiver is present) DSAWM is bringing our very popular Cooking Capers program to our Kalamazoo members! We are partnering with the WMU Dietetics program to offer our cooking and kitchen skills program for our southwest […]
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 […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 2 to 6 This winter we will begin offering a Creative Movement class for our youngest members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Help your child develop awareness of their bodies and […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This winter we will begin offering an Introduction to Dance class for our school-age members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Your child will have the opportunity to learn […]
Mondays, January 25 – April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 6:00pm to 7:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 13+ This winter we will begin offering a Social Dance class for our teen and adult members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Participants will learn new dance skills in an inclusive […]
Thursdays, February 2 - April 13 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 10+ This winter we will begin offering a movie-making class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Develop your acting skills in a fun and inclusive environment! Registration is open HERE! For more information or if you have […]
Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Life Skills Room, Special Olympics Michigan Center* *Subject to change due to building construction Ages 16+ or 12+ with a parent/caregiver present Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We are very conscious of dietary restrictions […]
Dates and times vary Location varies Dads’ Night Out (DNO) invites fathers raising children with Down syndrome to meet at local establishments to share experiences and support. DSAWM pays for first-time attendees meals (excluding alcohol). RSVP to Rich at dads@dsawm.org. Follow the Dads’ Facebook group for the latest updates. DNO Dates: October 27 – Fowling […]
Saturday, February 11 & Saturday, March 18 9:00am to 11:00am DSAWM Office Playroom Ages 4 to 12 This playgroup will focus on school-based skills under the guidance of a group of GVSU OT students. Fun activities will help build strong skills for the classroom. This group will have two sessions and you may attend both. […]
Saturdays, February 4 through April 15* *No clinic February 25, March 11, or April 1 10:15am-11:45am MVP Athletic Club Ages 5+ Buddy Up Tennis is back! Professional coaches and Buddies teach children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Tennis racquets are provided. Registration is […]
Saturday, March 18th 6:00pm to 8:00pm SOMI Main Gym Mark your calendars! The World Down Syndrome Day Dance is back! This year, we're bringing back the 1990s! Come dressed in your best 90's themed clothes and your craziest socks for an awesome night of dancing, snacks, games, and #DownSyndromeAwareness! It's gonna be totally rad, dudes! […]
Monday, March 20 4:00pm to 6:00pm Grand Rapids Children's Museum Friends Just Like Me is a social gathering for young children with Down syndrome at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. Join us for fun activities and to meet other families with children with Down syndrome. If you plan to attend, please register HERE!
Mondays 5:00pm to 6:00pm DSAWM Office Come hang out with DSAWM Program Assistant, Peri, before Shape Up! Meet in the DSAWM office conference room to play games, make crafts, and just hangout with friends! All are welcome to attend; no need to register! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Mondays, January 23 through May 1 (No class on April 3) 6:00pm to 7:30pm Studio, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 2 to 6 This winter we will begin offering a Creative Movement class for our youngest members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Help your child develop awareness of their bodies and […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This winter we will begin offering an Introduction to Dance class for our school-age members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Your child will have the opportunity to learn […]
Mondays, January 25 – April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 6:00pm to 7:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 13+ This winter we will begin offering a Social Dance class for our teen and adult members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Participants will learn new dance skills in an inclusive […]
Thursdays, February 2 - April 13 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 10+ This winter we will begin offering a movie-making class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Develop your acting skills in a fun and inclusive environment! Registration is open HERE! For more information or if you have […]
Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Life Skills Room, Special Olympics Michigan Center* *Subject to change due to building construction Ages 16+ or 12+ with a parent/caregiver present Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We are very conscious of dietary restrictions […]
Saturdays, February 4 through April 15* *No clinic February 25, March 11, or April 1 10:15am-11:45am MVP Athletic Club Ages 5+ Buddy Up Tennis is back! Professional coaches and Buddies teach children, teens, and adults with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Tennis racquets are provided. Registration is […]
3:00pm to 5:00pm Social hour with light refreshments from 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Our Aging with Disabilities Workshop will feature representatives from the Alzheimer's Association, Disability Advocates, Arts in Motion, and David L. Carrier Law Firm to cover many topics that are pertinent to the aging community. Speakers will fill the first hour with […]
Mondays 5:00pm to 6:00pm DSAWM Office Come hang out with DSAWM Program Assistant, Peri, before Shape Up! Meet in the DSAWM office conference room to play games, make crafts, and just hangout with friends! All are welcome to attend; no need to register! Please email info@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
Mondays, January 23 through May 1 (No class on April 3) 6:00pm to 7:30pm Studio, Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center Ages 14+ Shape Up is a health and fitness program for teens and adults aged 14+ with Down syndrome. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun […]
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 […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 4:00pm to 5:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 2 to 6 This winter we will begin offering a Creative Movement class for our youngest members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Help your child develop awareness of their bodies and […]
Mondays, January 25 - April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 7 to 12 This winter we will begin offering an Introduction to Dance class for our school-age members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Your child will have the opportunity to learn […]
Mondays, January 25 – April 26* *No class on February 15 or March 8 6:00pm to 7:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 13+ This winter we will begin offering a Social Dance class for our teen and adult members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Participants will learn new dance skills in an inclusive […]
Thursdays, February 2 - April 13 5:00pm to 6:00pm SOMI Auditorium Ages 10+ This winter we will begin offering a movie-making class for our members in partnership with the team at Arts in Motion! Develop your acting skills in a fun and inclusive environment! Registration is open HERE! For more information or if you have […]
Thursdays from 6:00pm to 8:00pm Life Skills Room, Special Olympics Michigan Center* *Subject to change due to building construction Ages 16+ or 12+ with a parent/caregiver present Cooking Capers introduces teens and adults to culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. We are very conscious of dietary restrictions […]