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SUMMARY:CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays  \n\n\n\nDSAWM Playroom \n\n\n\n10:00am-11:15am \n\n\n\nAges 0-5 \n\n\n\nWe are collaborating with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups again for more fun therapy and learning activities! This 5 week program will be on Saturdays from 10:00am-11:15am in the DSAWM playroom for members aged 0-5. These Therapeutic Play and Learn groups are facilitated by professionals such as Speech-Language Pathologists\, Occupational Therapists\, and Counselors. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open HERE! \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please email program@dsawm.org
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/ctc-therapeutic-play-and-learn-group-2/2025-05-03/
LOCATION:Michigan
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SUMMARY:2025 Winners Cup Benefit
DESCRIPTION:This year’s event\, hosted on Saturday\, May 3rd by the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan Foundation\, marks the 21st Winners Cup Benefit and the 40th anniversary of the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan. Guests will join us at the beautiful Kent Country Club\, and enjoy the running of the annual Kentucky Derby during a lively cocktail hour and strolling dinner. Following will be an engaging program featuring guest speaker\, Chris Nikic\, an accomplished Ironman athlete and public speaker who is breaking barriers for the Down syndrome community. The evening concludes with a premier live auction\, networking\, live music\, and dancing. \n\n\n\nTo find more information\, sponsor the event or purchase tickets\, follow the link! https://fundraiser.support/winnerscup2025
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/2025-winners-cup-benefit/
LOCATION:Kent Country Club\, 1600 College Ave NE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49505\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250506T163000
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SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Theatre Class
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays \n\n\n\n4:30pm-5:30pm \n\n\n\nApril 15th-May 13th \n\n\n\nDSAWM is partnering with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer a series of Theatre Classes! Step into a world of creativity and fun with Imagine That! Through games\, movement\, storytelling\, and improvisation\, students will explore big emotions\, build confidence\, and bring their imaginations to life. With a focus on play and self-expression\, this inclusive class welcomes members aged 5 and up to discover the joy of theatre in a supportive\, engaging environment. Whether acting out a favorite story\, creating new characters\, or playing interactive theatre games\, every class is filled with laughter\, learning\, and the magic of theatre! If you are interested in attending\, there are 2 quick registrations to complete. \n\n\n\nClick HERE for the theater’s registration (the code is Spring25) and click HERE for DSAWM registration.  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-theatre-class/2025-05-06/
LOCATION:Carver Center Studio\, 426 S Park St\, Kalmazoo\, Michigan\, 49007\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250506T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
CREATED:20250415T190450Z
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SUMMARY:Lakeshore Kibu Program
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for our Kibu program for members aged 4 and older on the first Tuesday of every month from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM at the Loutit District Library (Program Room A) in Grand Haven OR the Third Reformed Church in Holland! The program will take place in Grand Haven one month and in Holland the next\, alternating between the two locations each month. We’ll have an evening of fun\, movement\, and connection. Kibu is a virtual platform featuring videos designed specifically for individuals with developmental disabilities. This month we will be in Grand Haven.  \n\n\n\nRegister 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/school-aged-kids-lakeshore-kibu-program-3/
LOCATION:Loutit District Library\, 407 Columbus Avenue\, Grand Haven\, Michigan\, 49417\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250510T111500
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
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SUMMARY:CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays  \n\n\n\nDSAWM Playroom \n\n\n\n10:00am-11:15am \n\n\n\nAges 0-5 \n\n\n\nWe are collaborating with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups again for more fun therapy and learning activities! This 5 week program will be on Saturdays from 10:00am-11:15am in the DSAWM playroom for members aged 0-5. These Therapeutic Play and Learn groups are facilitated by professionals such as Speech-Language Pathologists\, Occupational Therapists\, and Counselors. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open HERE! \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please email program@dsawm.org
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/ctc-therapeutic-play-and-learn-group-2/2025-05-10/
LOCATION:Michigan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250513T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250513T173000
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
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SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Theatre Class
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays \n\n\n\n4:30pm-5:30pm \n\n\n\nApril 15th-May 13th \n\n\n\nDSAWM is partnering with the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre to offer a series of Theatre Classes! Step into a world of creativity and fun with Imagine That! Through games\, movement\, storytelling\, and improvisation\, students will explore big emotions\, build confidence\, and bring their imaginations to life. With a focus on play and self-expression\, this inclusive class welcomes members aged 5 and up to discover the joy of theatre in a supportive\, engaging environment. Whether acting out a favorite story\, creating new characters\, or playing interactive theatre games\, every class is filled with laughter\, learning\, and the magic of theatre! If you are interested in attending\, there are 2 quick registrations to complete. \n\n\n\nClick HERE for the theater’s registration (the code is Spring25) and click HERE for DSAWM registration.  \n\n\n\nPlease email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-theatre-class/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Carver Center Studio\, 426 S Park St\, Kalmazoo\, Michigan\, 49007\, United States
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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-5/2025-05-13/
LOCATION:Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books\, 2660 28th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250517T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250517T111500
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
CREATED:20250106T201505Z
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SUMMARY:CTC Therapeutic Play and Learn Group
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays  \n\n\n\nDSAWM Playroom \n\n\n\n10:00am-11:15am \n\n\n\nAges 0-5 \n\n\n\nWe are collaborating with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups again for more fun therapy and learning activities! This 5 week program will be on Saturdays from 10:00am-11:15am in the DSAWM playroom for members aged 0-5. These Therapeutic Play and Learn groups are facilitated by professionals such as Speech-Language Pathologists\, Occupational Therapists\, and Counselors. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open HERE! \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions please email program@dsawm.org
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/ctc-therapeutic-play-and-learn-group-2/2025-05-17/
LOCATION:Michigan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T180000
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
CREATED:20250505T194731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T194732Z
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SUMMARY:Self Advocate Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/self-advocate-board-meeting-4/
LOCATION:DSAWM Board Room\, 160 68th St SW Suite 110\, Grand Rapids\, Michigan\, 49548\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250519T193000
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CREATED:20250417T194721Z
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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 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. Meetings are typically on the fourth Monday of every month but the May meeting with be on the third Monday to avoid having it on Memorial Day.  \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-7/
LOCATION:Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan\, 160 68th St SW\, Grand Rapids\, 49548
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250524T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
CREATED:20250414T204350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T204352Z
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SUMMARY:Kalamazoo Family Night Out
DESCRIPTION:DSAWM is very excited to announce Family Night Out (FNO) for Kalamazoo area families at Ripple Effects Inclusion Center! Ripple Effects is an inclusive facility that has space for families of all ages and stages. We hope that utilizing this space will provide a space for entire families to get to know and support each other no matter what stage of life they are in from pregnancy to adulthood. Ripple effects has spaces for infants and kids to safely play\, but they also have a video game room\, a pool table\, and a foosball table for older kids and adults to enjoy. For this Family Night Out event there will be someone from Disability Network of Southwest Michigan to talk and answer questions about SSI and SSDI.  \n\n\n\nWe are hoping to also eliminate food concerns by allowing families to bring their own food that meets their unique needs and preferences so please bring your own food. This could be a simple sandwich or take out from a fancy restaurant – whatever is best for your family. We will provide drinks. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE! Please email katherinejane@gmail.com if you have any questions.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/kalamazoo-family-night-out-2/
LOCATION:Ripple Effects Inclusion Center\, 2255 W Centre Avenue\, Portage\, Michigan\, 49024\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250526T235959
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
CREATED:20250420T222703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250420T222705Z
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SUMMARY:Office Closed for Memorial Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/office-closed-for-memorial-day/
LOCATION:Michigan
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T070533
CREATED:20250303T012622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T013144Z
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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-5/2025-05-27/
LOCATION:Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books\, 2660 28th St SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49512\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250528T190000
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SUMMARY:Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION: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 stories\, and support each other. DSAWM covers the cost for first-time attendees. This month’s gathering is going to be at Break Room Therapy where you can physically release your frustrations in a safe space by using a bat to smash glass. Ever been told to scream into a pillow? Why be quiet? Let it go: scream if you are compelled to and just take that swing of a bat to a set of dishes and physically see your emotions release. It will be $35 a person.  \n\n\n\nA reservation needs to be made for this event so please email Keri at dsmamas321@yahoo.com to RSVP.
URL:https://dsawm.org/event/moms-night-out-8/
LOCATION:Break Room Therapy\, 7988 Clyde Park Ave SW\, Byron Center\, Michigan\, 49315\, United States
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