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  • Talent Show Rehearsal/Ensayo del Show de Talentos

    Talent Show Rehearsal
    Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

    The Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan and Artists Creating Together proudly present a talent show featuring YOU! In this class, participants will fine-tune a performance of their choice under the mentorship of a professional teaching artist. Throughout the session participants will practice their routine, receive constructive feedback from the instructor and peers, learn vocal […]

  • Grand Rapids Cooking Capers

    Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
    Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

    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 […]

  • Dad’s Night Out

    Vitale’s Sports Bar Lounge 3868 W River Dr NE, Comstock Park, Michigan, United States

    Dad’s Night Out is a monthly program for fathers raising children with Down syndrome. Each month, dad’s have the opportunity to enjoy different activities and come together to connect, share stories, and support each other. DSAWM covers the cost of meals for first-time attendees if food is included in the event or ordered as part […]

  • Lakeshore Martial Arts

    Lakeshore Martial Arts
    Fuzion Skillz 3006 West Shore Dr. Suite 150, Holland, Michigan, United States

    DSAWM is partnering with Fuzion Skillz to provide a martial arts class for members aged 8 and older! This class will be on Fridays from 5:00pm-6:00pm at the Fuzion Skillz studio (3006 West Shore Dr. Suite 150, Holland MI 49424)! It is designed to be a joyful, confidence-building experience where everyone can move, grow, and succeed at their own […]

  • Buddy Up Tennis

    Buddy Up Tennis
    MVP Athletic Club 115 Crahen Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome ages 5+ who we call our Athletes. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes to provide support, reinforce instruction, and develop friendships. No tennis experience required!  New Athletes please complete the Buddy Up Tennis Athlete Application and Release Form, click HERE for registration, […]

  • World Down Syndrome Day Dance

    Viewpond Banquet Hall 1665 Viewpond Dr. SE, Kentwood, Michigan, United States

    March 21st is World Down Syndrome Day, and we’re excited to celebrate with you at the DSAWM Dance! Join us at a NEW location, Viewpond Banquet Hall, from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm for a fun afternoon of music, dancing, and community. Come dressed in bright colors or DSAWM gear and don’t forget your colorful or […]

  • Independent Living Skills

    Independent Living Skills
    Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan 160 68th St SW Ste. 110, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

    This series of workshops for members aged 14 years and older will focus on a variety of skills one needs to work towards independence. We will have Independent Living Skills every Monday from 5pm-6pm before Shape Up. Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/93801138656?pwd=FbvImnZEVstTuPNrRbuI1Lr5McS28w.1 This zoom link will be the same for every week. Please register […]

  • Kalamazoo Cooking Capers

    Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
    Western Michigan University Kohrman Hall 2200 Ring Rd S, Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States

    Join us for Kalamazoo Cooking Capers every other Monday from 5:00pm-6:30pm! Cooking Capers is an engaging program led by Western Michigan University nutrition students, designed to teach kitchen independence to participants with Down syndrome aged 12 and up (participants aged 12-15 must have a guardian present). We learn kitchen safety, how to follow recipes, and much more! Western Michigan University is […]

  • Shape Up

    Shape Up
    Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI

    Shape Up is a fun and exciting health program for members 14 and older. We will meet on Mondays from 6pm-7:30pm in the SOMI Athlete Hub. There will be 45 minutes of nutrition education and 45 minutes of exercise. Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/94784309703?pwd=BhU4KLvZVQoiT5cbtghyLwD2IbkWzS.1 This zoom link will be the same […]

  • Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting

    Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting
    Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan 160 68th St SW Ste. 110, Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

    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. Here is the zoom link if you […]