DSAWM

CTC Therapeutic Play & Learn Group
2026-05-14 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-05-07 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-04-30 16:30 - 18:00, 2026-04-23 16:30 - 18:00 (America/Detroit) | Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, 160 68th St SW Ste. 110, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49548, United States
We’re excited to once again partner with the Comprehensive Therapy Center (CTC) to offer free Therapeutic Play and Learn groups that focus on child led play in a supportive, therapeutic environment. Children will have the opportunity to explore and learn through play, while professionals such as Speech Language Pathologists and Occupational Therapists provide guidance, model strategies, and support each child’s development as needed. We are trying a new day and time on Thursdays from 4:30pm-6:00pm, along with a new structure to these playgroups, so we invite you to come give it a try! Groups will continue to take place in the DSAWM playroom and are open to members age 0-5.

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

T21 Golf Outing
2026-05-14 09:00 - 17:00 | Boulder Creek Golf Club, 5750 Brewer Ave NE, Belmont, Michigan, 49306, United States
Join us on May 14th for a day filled with excitement and camaraderie at Boulder Creek Golf Club. The event kicks off with a 9:00 AM shotgun start, promising a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. Unique activities include a golf ball drone drop, a dinosaur chip challenge, and the thrilling experience of a golf cannon. Don’t miss this opportunity to support a great cause, benefiting DSAWM, while enjoying a fantastic day of golf.

Please visit the T21 Golf Outing website for more details: https://t21golfouting.org

Please email info@t21GolfOuting.org if you have any questions!

Book Club
2026-05-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-04-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Chapbook Cafe at Schuler Books, 2660 28th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49512, United States
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 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.

Please email program@dsawm.org with any questions.

Grand Rapids Mom's Night Out
2026-05-11 18:00 - 19:30 | Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, 160 68th St SW Ste. 110, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49548, United States
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. This month’s activity is yoga at the Down Syndrome Association! The cost will be about $5-$10. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.

Please email Keri at dsmamas321@yahoo.com to RSVP and if you have any questions!

Mother's Day Play and Plant Gathering
2026-05-09 09:30 - 11:30 | PLAY Muskegon, 280 West Muskegon Ave, Muskegon, Michigan, 49440, United States
Join us on May 9th from 9:30am-11:30am at PLAY Muskegon for a relaxed Mother’s Day gathering. This event is open to all ages and offers a welcoming space to spend time together. PLAY Muskegon is an imaginative indoor play space designed with themed environments that encourage creativity, exploration, and hands-on fun for all ages. The play area will be open and there will also be an optional hands-on planting activity where you can make your own small potted plant to take home. Whether you prefer imaginative play, getting creative, or simply connecting with other families, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. Some moms may come with their child with Down syndrome, some may bring the whole family, and some may attend on their own. We welcome you to participate in whatever way feels right for you. Light refreshments will be provided.

Please register HERE if you are interested in attending!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Cinco de Mayo Family Fiesta
2026-05-05 17:30 - 19:30 | Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
Join us for a fun and welcoming Cinco de Mayo Family Fiesta on May 5th from 5:30pm-7:30pm in the SOMI Athlete Hub (160 68th St SW Grand Rapids, MI 49548). Come celebrate Mexican culture through food, crafts, and music! Enjoy some authentic Mexican food and time to connect with other families as we learn about Cinco de Mayo! We hope you will join us for an evening of creativity and community.

Please register HERE if you would like to attend!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Únase a nosotros para una divertida y acogedora Fiesta Familiar de Cinco de Mayo el 5 de mayo de 5:30 p. m. a 7:30 p. m. en el SOMI Athlete Hub (160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI 49548). Venga a celebrar la cultura mexicana a través de la comida, las manualidades y la música. Disfrute de auténtica comida mexicana y de un tiempo para convivir con otras familias mientras aprendemos sobre el Cinco de Mayo. Esperamos que nos acompañe para una noche de creatividad y comunidad.

¡Por favor regístrate AQUÍ si te gustaría asistir!

Por favor envía un correo electrónico a dianeestrella01@gmail.com si tienes alguna pregunta.

Winners Cup
2026-05-02 17:00 - 23:00 | Kent Country Club, 1600 College Ave NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49505, United States
This spring marks the 22nd Anniversary of our Winners Cup Benefit! We will celebrate where it all began at Kent Country Club on Saturday, May 2nd. Guests will enjoy the running of the Kentucky Derby during a lively cocktail hour and strolling dinner, followed by an engaging parent-led panel. The evening will conclude with a live auction, live music, and ample opportunity for networking. We hope you will join us!

Please visit the Winners Cup website for more details: https://event.auctria.com/2371fb24-a382-4d0f-a655-317d0ff08dfe/

Grand Rapids Cooking Capers
2026-04-30 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
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.

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Dance for Teens and Adults
2026-04-29 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-22 17:30 - 18:30 | Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
Join our Dance program with Molly from Arts in Motion and our intern Molly! This is an adaptive program for all of our teens and adult members aged 13 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/93780199670?pwd=[REDACTED] This zoom link will be the same for every week.

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Developmental Sports
2026-04-28 18:15 - 19:00, 2026-04-21 18:15 - 19:00 | Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
Join DSAWM, Autism Support of Kent County, and Special Olympics in our Developmental Sports program. This program will be on Tuesdays from 6:15pm-7:00pm in the SOMI Auxiliary Gym. Developmental Sports is a program designed to teach members aged 8-13 how to participate in a team sport. Participants will be introduced to the basics of sports and start to develop the skills necessary to play as a team. Developmental Sports will also help build cognitive and social skills and allow kids to see the possibilities in their athletic careers. Sports will be repeated multiple times throughout the session to help develop and strengthen skills. Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Please complete 2 quick registrations if you would like to participate:

https://dsawm.app.neoncrm.com/eventReg.jsp?event=2445&

and

https://forms.gle/2WrMJVp3cbEy6zp69

Young Athletes
2026-04-28 17:30 - 18:15, 2026-04-21 17:30 - 18:15 | Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
Join DSAWM, Autism Support of Kent County, and Special Olympics in our Young Athletes program. This program will be on Tuesdays from 5:30pm-6:15pm in the SOMI Auxiliary Gym. Young Athletes is a sport play program designed for members aged 2-7. Participants will be introduced to the basics of sports and start to build their gross motor skills for future sports participation. Young Athletes also helps to build cognitive and social skills. Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Please complete 2 quick registrations if you would like to participate:

https://dsawm.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/dsawm/eventRegistration.jsp?event=2444&

and

https://forms.gle/NHNcUkVcPzBUao7V6

Aging with Down Syndrome Meeting
2026-04-27 18:30 - 19:30 | Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, 160 68th St SW Ste. 110, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49548, 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. For this meeting, Dementia Specialist, Lois Thomas, will be joining from the Dementia Institute. She will provide an overview of what the Dementia Institute does as well as provide caregiving tips, respite options, and information about dementia research.

Here is the zoom link if you are unable to participate in person: https://zoom.us/j/98327097209?pwd=[REDACTED] This zoom link will be the same for every meeting.

Please register HERE if you are interested in attending and email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Shape Up
2026-04-27 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, 49548
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=[REDACTED] This zoom link will be the same for every week.

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Independent Living Skills
2026-04-27 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, 160 68th St SW Ste. 110, Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49548, 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=[REDACTED] This zoom link will be the same for every week.

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any suggestions for topics or if you have any questions.

Lakeshore Pickleball Open House
2026-04-25 16:30 - 19:00 | Holland Charter Township Community Center, 12343 James Street, Holland, Michigan, 49424​, United States
DSAWM is looking to start a pickleball program on the Lakeshore! To help us gauge interest, we are hosting a Pickleball Open House at the Holland Charter Township Community Center on April 25th from 4:30pm–7:00pm for members 8 years and older. This event will give participants and families a chance to check out the courts, try pickleball in a fun and relaxed setting (no experience needed), and meet the coach. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions and share interest in joining the program as we gauge participation. Food will be provided. We welcome everyone to come out, connect, and give pickleball a try!

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.

Lakeshore Mom's Night Out
2026-04-23 18:30 - 19:30 | JW’s Food & Spirits, 6 North 7th St, Grand Haven, Michigan, 49417, United States
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 (excluding alcohol). This month’s gathering will be at JW’s Food & Spirits!

Please email Maggie at lvalley22@gmail.com if you have any questions and to RSVP!

Dad's Night Out
2026-04-23 17:30 - 19:30 | MI
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 of the gathering (excluding alcohol). This month’s gathering will be a free Founders Brewery Tour!

There are only 10 spots available so RSVP using this link: https://forms.gle/untXPYsxC8WUaMZf6

Please email Rich at rich@dsawm.org if you have any questions!

Kalamazoo Mom's Night Out
2026-04-22 18:30 - 19:30 | Latitude Brewing Company, 6101 W Main St, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49009, United States
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 (excluding alcohol). This month’s gathering will be at Latitude Brewing Company!

Grand Rapids Mom's Night Out
2026-04-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan, 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, 49548
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. This month’s activity is yoga! The cost will be about $5-$10. Please bring a yoga mat and a water bottle.

Please email Keri at dsmamas321@yahoo.com to RSVP and if you have any questions!

Kalamazoo Cooking Capers
2026-04-20 17:00 - 18:30 | Western Michigan University Kohrman Hall, 2200 Ring Rd S, Kalamazoo, Michigan, 49006, 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 allowing us to use their cooking lab for the program which is in Kohrman Hall. Registration is required to ensure we purchase the right amount of groceries. Once you are registered the DSAWM Program Coordinator can send you parking details and a map of where the cooking lab is located.

Please register HERE if you are interested in participating!

Please email program@dsawm.org if you have any questions.
