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SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Therapeutic Horse Handling
DESCRIPTION: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 for ages 5+ and we are able to accommodate 10 participants.  \n\n\n\nPlease register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-therapeutic-horse-handling/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260822T200000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103439
CREATED:20260810T170709Z
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SUMMARY:Qdoba Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: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 online or in-store: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe fundraiser will be held at multiple locations throughout West Michigan\, including: \n\n\n\n\n3214 28th St SE Grand Rapids\, MI 49512\n\n\n\n\n\n2211 E Beltline Ave NE Grand Rapids\, MI 49525\n\n\n\n\n\n6800 S Westnedge Ave Portage\, MI 49002\n\n\n\n\n\n3155 West Shore Dr Holland\, MI 49424\n\n\n\n\n\n5350 S Harvey St Muskegon\, MI 49444\n\n\n\n\n\n2061 S Drake Rd Kalamazoo\, MI 49006\n\n\n\n\n\n2380 Health Dr SW Wyoming\, MI 49519\n\n\n\n\n\n4403 W Main St Kalamazoo\, MI 49006\n\n\n\n\n\n3871 Rivertown Pkwy Grandville\, MI 49418\n\n\n\n\n\n5901 Gull Rd Kalamazoo\, MI 49048\n\n\n\n\n\n3150 S Westnedge Ave Kalamazoo\, MI 49008
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/qdoba-fundraiser/
LOCATION:MI
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103439
CREATED:20260423T212334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T014406Z
UID:10001826-1787594400-1787598000@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Hospital 5K which is on September 27th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Celery Flats park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence. \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-rapid-runners/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Celery Flats Park\, 7328 Garden Ln\, Portage\, Michigan\, 49002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260429T202604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T161305Z
UID:10001881-1787594400-1787598000@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Run 5k which is on September 20th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Manhattan park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence.  \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-rapid-runners/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Manhattan Park\, 3180 Cascade Rd SE\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260824T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260105T210212Z
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SUMMARY:Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. \n\n\n\nHere is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98327097209?pwd=apYBUeXkRIxgkigRa6sH08DoNuUQsu.1 This zoom link will be the same for every meeting. \n\n\n\nPlease register HERE if you are interested in attending and email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/aging-with-down-syndrome-meeting-2/2026-08-24/
LOCATION:Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan\, 160 68th St SW Ste. 110\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49548\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20251203T171438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T171440Z
UID:10001730-1787680800-1787684400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month \n\n\n\n6:00pm-7:00pm \n\n\n\nSchuler Books \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nTeens 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. \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org with any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/book-club-10/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books\, 2660 28th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260829T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260829T180000
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UID:10001916-1788021000-1788026400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Lakeshore Pickleball
DESCRIPTION: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 opportunity to continue developing their pickleball skills\, build confidence on the court\, and enjoy a fun evening with friends. Family members are encouraged to join in and play alongside their participant\, just as many did during our open house. If you would prefer for your participant to be paired with a volunteer instead\, please email Maria so we can plan accordingly: program@dsawm.org \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/lakeshore-pickleball/
LOCATION:Holland Charter Township Community Center\, 12343 James Street\, Holland\, Michigan\, 49424​\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260830T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260830T130000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260513T182547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T182922Z
UID:10001906-1788087600-1788094800@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Member Picnic
DESCRIPTION: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 admission pass for anyone that would like to spend time at the beach or splash pad! DSAWM will provide subs and drinks but we ask that you please bring a dish to share based on your last name: A–F bring chips or snacks\, G–L bring a side dish or salad\, M–R bring fruit or veggies\, and S–Z bring a dessert or sweet treat.  \n\n\n\nPlease register HERE if you would like to attend!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-member-picnic/
LOCATION:Millennium Park\, 1415 Maynard Ave SW\, Walker\, Michigan\, 49534\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260423T212334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T014406Z
UID:10001827-1788199200-1788202800@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Hospital 5K which is on September 27th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Celery Flats park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence. \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-rapid-runners/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Celery Flats Park\, 7328 Garden Ln\, Portage\, Michigan\, 49002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260429T202604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T161305Z
UID:10001882-1788199200-1788202800@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Run 5k which is on September 20th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Manhattan park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence.  \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-rapid-runners/2026-08-31/
LOCATION:Manhattan Park\, 3180 Cascade Rd SE\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260902T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260902T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
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UID:10001922-1788370200-1788373800@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 percussion instruments while we listen to participant-selected music! Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98736177911?pwd=4iN4RULaRJml75kDFngVOXPGPzJxyb.1 This zoom link will be the same for every week. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-dance-2/2026-09-02/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260903T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260806T165703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T165756Z
UID:10001934-1788458400-1788463800@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
DESCRIPTION: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 and learn kitchen safety\, measurements\, and more! We cook a delicious 3 course meal each week and enjoy socializing with others. Registrations are required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and purchase the correct amount of groceries. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-cooking-capers-4/2026-09-03/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260907T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260907T235959
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260429T202754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T202756Z
UID:10001884-1788739200-1788825599@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Closed for Labor Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/closed-for-labor-day/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260908T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20251203T171438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T171440Z
UID:10001731-1788890400-1788894000@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month \n\n\n\n6:00pm-7:00pm \n\n\n\nSchuler Books \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nTeens 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. \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org with any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/book-club-10/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books\, 2660 28th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260909T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260729T234328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234329Z
UID:10001923-1788975000-1788978600@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 percussion instruments while we listen to participant-selected music! Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98736177911?pwd=4iN4RULaRJml75kDFngVOXPGPzJxyb.1 This zoom link will be the same for every week. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-dance-2/2026-09-09/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260910T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260806T165703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T165756Z
UID:10001935-1789063200-1789068600@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
DESCRIPTION: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 and learn kitchen safety\, measurements\, and more! We cook a delicious 3 course meal each week and enjoy socializing with others. Registrations are required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and purchase the correct amount of groceries. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-cooking-capers-4/2026-09-10/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260423T212334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T014406Z
UID:10001828-1789408800-1789412400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Hospital 5K which is on September 27th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Celery Flats park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence. \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-rapid-runners/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Celery Flats Park\, 7328 Garden Ln\, Portage\, Michigan\, 49002\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260914T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260429T202604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T161305Z
UID:10001883-1789408800-1789412400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Run 5k which is on September 20th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Manhattan park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence.  \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-rapid-runners/2026-09-14/
LOCATION:Manhattan Park\, 3180 Cascade Rd SE\, East Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49506\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260916T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260729T234328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234329Z
UID:10001924-1789579800-1789583400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 percussion instruments while we listen to participant-selected music! Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98736177911?pwd=4iN4RULaRJml75kDFngVOXPGPzJxyb.1 This zoom link will be the same for every week. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-dance-2/2026-09-16/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260917T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260806T165703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T165756Z
UID:10001936-1789668000-1789673400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
DESCRIPTION: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 and learn kitchen safety\, measurements\, and more! We cook a delicious 3 course meal each week and enjoy socializing with others. Registrations are required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and purchase the correct amount of groceries. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-cooking-capers-4/2026-09-17/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260920T110000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260429T232207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T232208Z
UID:10001901-1789891200-1789902000@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:LMCU Bridge Run 5k
DESCRIPTION:Participants and volunteers that have been training in our Rapid Runners program will participate in the LMCU Bridge Run 5k! The 2026 Bridge Run will take place on SUNDAY\, September 20th starting at 8am. Please make sure to tell the DSAWM Program Coordinator\, Maria\, if you are going to participate in the race. More information and details about the race will be shared once the date gets closer. \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/lmcu-bridge-run-5k-2/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260810T193434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T193436Z
UID:10001947-1790010000-1790013600@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Self Advocate Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/self-advocate-board-meeting-2/
LOCATION:DSAWM Board Room\, 160 68th St SW Suite 110\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49548\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260921T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260423T212334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T014406Z
UID:10001829-1790013600-1790017200@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Rapid Runners
DESCRIPTION: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 Hospital 5K which is on September 27th! Although the program is called Rapid Runners\, there is absolutely no requirement for the participants to run. Participants can choose to walk or do a mix of walking and running at their own pace. We will meet at Celery Flats park on Mondays from 6pm-7pm each week to train. Participants are paired with volunteers for support and to build confidence. \n\n\n\nIndividuals with Down syndrome please register HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nVolunteers please register HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions!
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-rapid-runners/2026-09-21/
LOCATION:Celery Flats Park\, 7328 Garden Ln\, Portage\, Michigan\, 49002\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260922T190000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20251203T171438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T171440Z
UID:10001732-1790100000-1790103600@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the Month \n\n\n\n6:00pm-7:00pm \n\n\n\nSchuler Books \n\n\n\nAges 16+ \n\n\n\nTeens 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. \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org with any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/book-club-10/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books\, 2660 28th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States
GEO:42.911514;-85.6013985
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260923T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260729T234328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234329Z
UID:10001925-1790184600-1790188200@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 percussion instruments while we listen to participant-selected music! Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98736177911?pwd=4iN4RULaRJml75kDFngVOXPGPzJxyb.1 This zoom link will be the same for every week. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-dance-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260924T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260806T165703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T165756Z
UID:10001937-1790272800-1790278200@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
DESCRIPTION: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 and learn kitchen safety\, measurements\, and more! We cook a delicious 3 course meal each week and enjoy socializing with others. Registrations are required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and purchase the correct amount of groceries. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-cooking-capers-4/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260424T012202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T232353Z
UID:10001831-1790503200-1790510400@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Bronson Children's Hospital 5k
DESCRIPTION:Participants and volunteers that have been training in our Kalamazoo Rapid Runners program will be participating in the Bronson Children’s Hospital 5k! The race will take place on SUNDAY\, September 27th starting at 10am. Please make sure to tell the DSAWM Program Coordinator\, Maria\, if you are going to participate in the race. More information and details about the race will be shared once the date gets closer. \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/bronson-childrens-hospital-5k/
LOCATION:MI
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260928T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260928T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260105T210212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T231416Z
UID:10001804-1790620200-1790623800@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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 DSAWM and Alzheimer’s Association. Participants share experiences and discuss the process of caring for loved ones growing older with Down syndrome. \n\n\n\nHere is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98327097209?pwd=apYBUeXkRIxgkigRa6sH08DoNuUQsu.1 This zoom link will be the same for every meeting. \n\n\n\nPlease register HERE if you are interested in attending and email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/aging-with-down-syndrome-meeting-2/2026-09-28/
LOCATION:Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan\, 160 68th St SW Ste. 110\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49548\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260930T183000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260729T234328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T234329Z
UID:10001926-1790789400-1790793000@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Dance
DESCRIPTION: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 percussion instruments while we listen to participant-selected music! Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98736177911?pwd=4iN4RULaRJml75kDFngVOXPGPzJxyb.1 This zoom link will be the same for every week. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating!  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-dance-2/2026-09-30/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20261001T193000
DTSTAMP:20260811T103440
CREATED:20260806T165703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260806T165756Z
UID:10001938-1790877600-1790883000@dsawm.org
SUMMARY:Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
DESCRIPTION: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 and learn kitchen safety\, measurements\, and more! We cook a delicious 3 course meal each week and enjoy socializing with others. Registrations are required so that we can make sure to accommodate all food allergies and purchase the correct amount of groceries. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE if you are interested in participating! \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/grand-rapids-cooking-capers-4/2026-10-01/
LOCATION:Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49548
GEO:42.8398692;-85.6683176
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