January 2020
Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Aging with Down Syndrome
Mondays once monthly, January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, and May 18 6:45-8pm DSAWM office Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and the Alzheimer’s Association. Share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Those interested should meet in the DSAWM office lobby at 6:45pm. Aging with Down syndrome runs concurrent with Shape Up, providing an opportunity…
Find out more »Lakeshore MNO
Sponsored by Dan Vos Construction Company Lakeshore moms are invited to Moms’ Night Out for good food and good times with other moms raising children with Down syndrome. If it’s your first time attending MNO, DSAWM will pay for your dinner and non-alcoholic drinks. Meetings alternate between Grand Haven and Muskegon locations. RSVP to Amy at aiholwerda@gmail.com (Muskegon) or Kristina at krisica02@gmail.com (Grand Haven). 2020 Lakeshore Moms’ Night Out January 28 - Porto Bello (Grand Haven) More dates coming soon!
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group B
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group B meets on the following Thursdays: January 30, February 13 & 27, March 19, April 16 & 30 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »February 2020
Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group A
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group A meets on the following Thursdays: January 23, February 6 & 20, March 12, April 9 & 23 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group B
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group B meets on the following Thursdays: January 30, February 13 & 27, March 19, April 16 & 30 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Thursdays, January 23, February 13 & 27, March 12 & 26, and April 9 6-8pm Centerpoint City Church Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by students from WMU's Student Dietetic Association. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their labor at the end of each class. Our menu is always gluten-free. Parents are welcome to stay…
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group A
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group A meets on the following Thursdays: January 23, February 6 & 20, March 12, April 9 & 23 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Aging with Down Syndrome
Mondays once monthly, January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, and May 18 6:45-8pm DSAWM office Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and the Alzheimer’s Association. Share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Those interested should meet in the DSAWM office lobby at 6:45pm. Aging with Down syndrome runs concurrent with Shape Up, providing an opportunity…
Find out more »Kzoo MNO
Kalamazoo area moms are invited to Moms’ Night Out for good food and good times with other moms raising children with Down syndrome. If it’s your first time attending MNO, DSAWM will pay for your dinner and non-alcoholic drinks. RSVP on the Kalamazoo Facebook group or to Ashley at a.cencer@yahoo.com. 2019 Kalamazoo Moms' Night Out January 21 - Centre Street Tap House February 25 - Water Street Coffee Joint (meet at 7pm) March 21 - Family Day Out at West Christian Reformed…
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group B
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group B meets on the following Thursdays: January 30, February 13 & 27, March 19, April 16 & 30 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Thursdays, January 23, February 13 & 27, March 12 & 26, and April 9 6-8pm Centerpoint City Church Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by students from WMU's Student Dietetic Association. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their labor at the end of each class. Our menu is always gluten-free. Parents are welcome to stay…
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »March 2020
Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »Lakeshore Baby Sign Language
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. Saturdays, March 7-28 10-10:45am EnCourage Counseling Join parent and LMSW Sarah at EnCourage Counseling this spring for Baby Sign Language. With just a few simple signs from American Sign Language, you can start communicating with your child – even before (s)he starts to talk! Signing is fun, easy to do, and great for your child’s development! Siblings will be welcomed as space allows. Register
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group A
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group A meets on the following Thursdays: January 23, February 6 & 20, March 12, April 9 & 23 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Thursdays, January 23, February 13 & 27, March 12 & 26, and April 9 6-8pm Centerpoint City Church Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by students from WMU's Student Dietetic Association. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their labor at the end of each class. Our menu is always gluten-free. Parents are welcome to stay…
Find out more »Lakeshore Baby Sign Language
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. Saturdays, March 7-28 10-10:45am EnCourage Counseling Join parent and LMSW Sarah at EnCourage Counseling this spring for Baby Sign Language. With just a few simple signs from American Sign Language, you can start communicating with your child – even before (s)he starts to talk! Signing is fun, easy to do, and great for your child’s development! Siblings will be welcomed as space allows. Register
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group B
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group B meets on the following Thursdays: January 30, February 13 & 27, March 19, April 16 & 30 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Lakeshore Baby Sign Language
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. Saturdays, March 7-28 10-10:45am EnCourage Counseling Join parent and LMSW Sarah at EnCourage Counseling this spring for Baby Sign Language. With just a few simple signs from American Sign Language, you can start communicating with your child – even before (s)he starts to talk! Signing is fun, easy to do, and great for your child’s development! Siblings will be welcomed as space allows. Register
Find out more »Kzoo MNO Family Day
Saturday, March 21 12-2pm Westwood Christian Reformed Church Families raising children with Down syndrome and other special needs are invited to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day at Family Day in Kalamazoo! The Moms' Night Out group will host this fun event where parents will have the opportunity to socialize and kids can play with volunteers in the building's gym and nursery. Pizza and beverages will be provided. RSVP on the Facebook event page or email Katherine at katherinejane@gmail.com.
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Aging with Down Syndrome
Mondays once monthly, January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, and May 18 6:45-8pm DSAWM office Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and the Alzheimer’s Association. Share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Those interested should meet in the DSAWM office lobby at 6:45pm. Aging with Down syndrome runs concurrent with Shape Up, providing an opportunity…
Find out more »#ThisAbilityGR Open House
Thursday, March 26 Time TBD DSAWM Office Details coming soon.
Find out more »Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Thursdays, January 23, February 13 & 27, March 12 & 26, and April 9 6-8pm Centerpoint City Church Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by students from WMU's Student Dietetic Association. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their labor at the end of each class. Our menu is always gluten-free. Parents are welcome to stay…
Find out more »Lakeshore Baby Sign Language
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. Saturdays, March 7-28 10-10:45am EnCourage Counseling Join parent and LMSW Sarah at EnCourage Counseling this spring for Baby Sign Language. With just a few simple signs from American Sign Language, you can start communicating with your child – even before (s)he starts to talk! Signing is fun, easy to do, and great for your child’s development! Siblings will be welcomed as space allows. Register
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »April 2020
Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group A
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group A meets on the following Thursdays: January 23, February 6 & 20, March 12, April 9 & 23 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Thursdays, January 23, February 13 & 27, March 12 & 26, and April 9 6-8pm Centerpoint City Church Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by students from WMU's Student Dietetic Association. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their labor at the end of each class. Our menu is always gluten-free. Parents are welcome to stay…
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group B
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group B meets on the following Thursdays: January 30, February 13 & 27, March 19, April 16 & 30 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group A
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group A meets on the following Thursdays: January 23, February 6 & 20, March 12, April 9 & 23 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »Kzoo MNO
Kalamazoo area moms are invited to Moms’ Night Out for good food and good times with other moms raising children with Down syndrome. If it’s your first time attending MNO, DSAWM will pay for your dinner and non-alcoholic drinks. RSVP on the Kalamazoo Facebook group or to Ashley at a.cencer@yahoo.com. 2019 Kalamazoo Moms' Night Out January 21 - Centre Street Tap House February 25 - Water Street Coffee Joint (meet at 7pm) March 21 - Family Day Out at West Christian Reformed…
Find out more »Buddy Up Tennis
Sponsored by Peggy LaPenna Saturdays, January 18 – April 25 *no class March 7 & 14 or April 4 & 11 4-5:30pm MVP Athletic Club Buddy Up Tennis teaches children and teens with Down syndrome the game of tennis while supporting healthy physical and social development. Athletes ages 5 and older work with professional coaches and one-on-one Buddies. Tennis racquets are provided. To learn more about Buddy Up Tennis, visit the Buddy Up website. Email grandrapids@buddyuptennis.com to register.
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Aging with Down Syndrome
Mondays once monthly, January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, and May 18 6:45-8pm DSAWM office Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and the Alzheimer’s Association. Share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Those interested should meet in the DSAWM office lobby at 6:45pm. Aging with Down syndrome runs concurrent with Shape Up, providing an opportunity…
Find out more »GR Cooking Capers: Group B
Sponsored by Meijer and Pridgeon & Clay Group B meets on the following Thursdays: January 30, February 13 & 27, March 19, April 16 & 30 6-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Cooking Capers welcomes members aged 16+ and is taught by experienced GVSU Master’s level dietetic students, so parents and caregivers do not need to stay. Participants learn culinary terminology, cooking methods, measurements, and kitchen safety while crafting a delicious, healthy recipe. Students enjoy the fruits of their…
Find out more »May 2020
Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Shape Up
Mondays, January 13 - May 18* *no class on March 30 or April 6 6:30-8pm 4th floor, Grand Rapids Masonic Center Shape Up is a health & fitness program for teens and adults with Down syndrome aged 16+. Learn to take control of your health through wise food choices and fun physical activity. 45 minutes of health & nutrition education is followed by 45 minutes of fun exercise. Register
Find out more »Aging with Down Syndrome
Mondays once monthly, January 27, February 24, March 23, April 27, and May 18 6:45-8pm DSAWM office Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome over the age of 30 are invited to this support group sponsored by DSAWM and the Alzheimer’s Association. Share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. Those interested should meet in the DSAWM office lobby at 6:45pm. Aging with Down syndrome runs concurrent with Shape Up, providing an opportunity…
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »Kzoo MNO
Kalamazoo area moms are invited to Moms’ Night Out for good food and good times with other moms raising children with Down syndrome. If it’s your first time attending MNO, DSAWM will pay for your dinner and non-alcoholic drinks. RSVP on the Kalamazoo Facebook group or to Ashley at a.cencer@yahoo.com. 2019 Kalamazoo Moms' Night Out January 21 - Centre Street Tap House February 25 - Water Street Coffee Joint (meet at 7pm) March 21 - Family Day Out at West Christian Reformed…
Find out more »June 2020
Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »July 2020
Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »August 2020
Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
Find out more »Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Book Club
Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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Sponsored by the Scarlett Family in loving memory of Kelli's friend Brooke Blake. 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month* *no meeting on February 4 5:30-6:30pm Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books Teens and adults aged 16+ with Down syndrome are invited to join Bobbie on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of each month for Book Club! Meetings will be held at Chapbook Cafe inside Schuler Books. After finishing each book, the club will attend a screening of the film adaptation!…
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