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0 events, 26

5 events, 27

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
July 27 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Mom’s Night Out
July 27 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Mom’s Night Out

Mom’s Night Out is a monthly program for mothers raising children with Down syndrome. Each month, mom’s have the opportunity to enjoy different activities and come together to connect, share […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Canceled Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Canceled Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the Bronson Children’s […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Canceled Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Canceled Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge […]

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting
July 27 @ 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 on the fourth Monday of every month. The Aging with Down Syndrome Meetings are sponsored by […]

2 events, 28

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
July 28 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Book Club
July 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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 […]

2 events, 29

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
July 29 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Dance
July 29 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Dance

Join our Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion and our intern Molly! This is an adaptive program for all of our members aged 6 and older. We stretch, dance, and play […]

1 event, 30

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
July 30 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

0 events, 31

1 event, 1

11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Lakeshore Therapeutic Horse Handling
August 1 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Lakeshore Therapeutic Horse Handling

DSAWM is partnering with Renew Therapeutic Riding Center in Holland to offer another Therapeutic Horse Handling program on the Lakeshore! Members aged 4 and older are invited to join us for an […]

0 events, 2

3 events, 3

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
August 3 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
August 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the Bronson Children’s […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
August 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge […]

1 event, 4

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
August 4 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

2 events, 5

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
August 5 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Dance
August 5 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Dance

Join our Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion and our intern Molly! This is an adaptive program for all of our members aged 6 and older. We stretch, dance, and play […]

3 events, 6

1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars
August 6 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Summer Stars

Summer Stars is a free program for children with Down syndrome in grades 1-6. Through a variety of thoughtfully designed activities, including games, crafts, and outdoor play, the program helps […]

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Drumming with Josh
August 6 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Drumming with Josh

Join us every other Thursday from 5pm-6pm for Drumming with Josh from Arts in Motion! This program is for members of all ages and it will be a fun opportunity to work on […]

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
August 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Grand Rapids Cooking Capers

Grand Rapids Cooking Capers is a program led by GVSU nutrition students to teach independence in the kitchen for members 12 and older (members 12-15 must have a guardian present). We work on goals […]

0 events, 7
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0 events, 9

2 events, 10

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
August 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the Bronson Children’s […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
August 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge […]

1 event, 11

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Canceled Book Club
August 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Canceled 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 […]

1 event, 12

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Benefits Planning Presentation
August 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Benefits Planning Presentation

Join us for a virtual workshop with Pete, the Social Security Disability Benefits Planning Consultant/Coordinator at Disability Network Southwest Michigan. Pete will provide an overview of topics such as SSI and […]

0 events, 13
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3 events, 17

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the Bronson Children’s […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Lakeshore Dance
August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Lakeshore Dance

Join us for our monthly Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion at the Loutit District Library, typically held on the third Monday of each month from 6:00pm-7:00pm! This adaptive […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge […]

0 events, 18
0 events, 19
0 events, 20

1 event, 21

9:30 am - 11:30 am
Grand Rapids Therapeutic Horse Handling
August 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Grand Rapids Therapeutic Horse Handling

We are partnering with Hestóvin Stables for Therapeutic Horse Handling on August 21st from 9:30am-11:30am. There will be no riding, but participants will do grooming, bathing, and games with the horses. This program is […]

1 event, 22

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Qdoba Fundraiser
August 22 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Qdoba Fundraiser

Let's get some QDOBA and support DSAWM! Mark your calendar for Saturday, August 22nd between 4 and 8 pm. DSAWM will receive 25% of sales when you show this flyer […]

0 events, 23

3 events, 24

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
August 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the Bronson Children’s […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
August 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge […]

6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting
August 24 @ 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 on the fourth Monday of every month. The Aging with Down Syndrome Meetings are sponsored by […]

1 event, 25

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Book Club
August 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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 […]

0 events, 26
0 events, 27
0 events, 28

1 event, 29

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lakeshore Pickleball
August 29 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Lakeshore Pickleball

DSAWM is excited to continue our Lakeshore Pickleball program with another session on August 29th from 4:30pm-6:00pm at the Holland Charter Township Community Center! This session will give participants the […]

1 event, 30

11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Grand Rapids Member Picnic
August 30 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Grand Rapids Member Picnic

Join us August 30th from 11am-1pm for our annual DSAWM summer picnic! Come close out the summer by connecting with other families and enjoying Millennium Park. DSAWM will pay for a daily […]

2 events, 31

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
August 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the Bronson Children’s […]

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
August 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

This summer, teens and adults with Down syndrome (ages 12 and up) are invited to join Rapid Runners, a fun and supportive program where we train together for the LMCU Bridge […]

0 events, 1

1 event, 2

5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Dance
September 2 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Grand Rapids Dance

Join our Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion and our intern Molly! This is an adaptive program for all of our members aged 6 and older. We stretch, dance, and play […]

1 event, 3

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Grand Rapids Cooking Capers

Grand Rapids Cooking Capers is a program led by GVSU nutrition students to teach independence in the kitchen for members 12 and older (members 12-15 must have a guardian present). We work on goals […]

0 events, 4
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July 27
July 27 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

July 27 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Grand Rapids Mom’s Night Out

July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Canceled Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

July 27 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Canceled Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

July 27 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

July 28
July 28 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

July 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Book Club

July 29
July 29 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

July 29 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Grand Rapids Dance

July 30
July 30 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

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August 1
August 1 @ 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Lakeshore Therapeutic Horse Handling

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August 3
August 3 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

August 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

August 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

August 4
August 4 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

August 5
August 5 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

August 5 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Grand Rapids Dance

August 6
August 6 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Summer Stars

August 6 @ 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Drumming with Josh

August 6 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Grand Rapids Cooking Capers

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August 10
August 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

August 10 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

August 11
August 11 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Canceled Book Club

August 12
August 12 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Benefits Planning Presentation

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August 17
August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Lakeshore Dance

August 17 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

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August 21
August 21 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am

Grand Rapids Therapeutic Horse Handling

August 22
August 22 @ 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Qdoba Fundraiser

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August 24
August 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

August 24 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

August 24 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

August 25
August 25 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Book Club

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August 29
August 29 @ 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

Lakeshore Pickleball

August 30
August 30 @ 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

Grand Rapids Member Picnic

August 31
August 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Kalamazoo Rapid Runners

August 31 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Grand Rapids Rapid Runners

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September 2
September 2 @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Grand Rapids Dance

September 3
September 3 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Grand Rapids Cooking Capers

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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.

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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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