Chippewa Valley
Chippewa Valley had a GREAT turnout with almost 100 people at their annual Holiday Party! Through the generous donations earned at our annual Awareness Walk, DSAW was able to supply gifts for 50 children! We also had holiday arts and crafts projects to work on and a wonderfully delicious food buffet was enjoyed by all! It was SO COOL to see Santa and Mrs Clause (and their elf!), but the best part might have been seeing everyone enjoy the Holidays together!
Fox Cities
November was filled with connection, movement, and gratitude for our DSAW Fox Cities families.
We kicked off the month with a high-energy outing at Xtreme Air, where participants had the chance to jump, play, and burn off some energy in a fun and inclusive environment. It was wonderful to see friendships forming, lots of laughter, and families enjoying time together outside of their daily routines.
Later in the month, we gathered for our annual Friendsgiving Celebration, held at the Building for Kids Children’s Museum. Families shared a meal, meaningful conversation, and plenty of laughs before spending time exploring the museum together. From hands-on exhibits to imaginative play, everyone had a great time discovering all the Building for Kids has to offer. Friendsgiving continues to be a special opportunity for families to connect, celebrate the season of thankfulness, and enjoy the strength of our DSAW community.
We are grateful to everyone who joined us and helped make these events so memorable. We look forward to closing out the year with more opportunities to gather, celebrate, and support one another.
Green Bay
DSAW-GB Holiday party took place on December 13. Families enjoyed a delicious lunch, festive cookie decorating, fun crafts, and a special visit from Santa. It was a wonderful morning filled with festive fun, laughter, and holiday cheer.
Sheboygan and Surrounding Counties
The Sheboygan Area chapter had its Holiday Party on December 13th at our building in Glenbeulah. Families enjoyed cookie decorating, a hot cocoa bar, holiday crafts, and meaningful connection time. It was so fun and busy that we didn’t manage to get a single picture!
Southeastern Region
December brought very cold weather to our SE-WI/KRW events, but that didn’t stop families from coming together to enjoy the holiday lights, festivities, and—most importantly—each other! We kicked off the month with a ride on the giant sleigh through the Carnival of Lights at Jellystone Campground in Caledonia. Bundled up and ready for adventure, families shared smiles as they traveled through thousands of twinkling lights.
More than 150 people joined us for our Holiday Party at the Milwaukee County Zoo for a Wild Lights adventure! Despite another chilly evening, families arrived bundled and excited. We enjoyed time together indoors with snacks, crafts, and gifts, and many braved the cold to explore the beautiful lights throughout the zoo.
December wrapped up with a cozy day at the theater, where families gathered for a private showing of Elf on the big screen—an extra-special treat just for our DSAW friends.
It was a wonderful month full of connection, laughter, and holiday cheer. We can’t wait to see what 2026 has in store!
South Central
December was packed with fun and holiday excitement in South Central! Highlights included:
DJ dance, crafts, and food in Edgerton – December 21
We wrapped up the month with music, dancing, creative crafts, and a festive community celebration.
Moms Take 5 annual elephant gift exchange – December 5
Laughter, surprises, and some truly memorable gift swaps made this tradition a hit again this year.
SibShop – December 6
Siblings connected, shared their stories, and built friendships with other kids who “get it.”
Playgroup for ages 0–6 at the Sun Prairie Explore Children’s Museum – December 6
Little ones enjoyed hands-on play and discovery while families connected with one another.
Holiday art class in Monroe – December 7
Creativity was flowing as participants made festive projects to take home and enjoy.
Grandparents Group – December 11
A warm gathering where grandparents shared experiences, support, and coffee & treats
Moms Rock ’N It axe-throwing party – December 12
A night of fun, stress-relief, and great company as moms tried something new together.
18+ movie and dinner night – December 18
Adults loved relaxing with friends, great food, and a favorite film, How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Holiday cookie-decorating party – December 20
Frosting, sprinkles, and sticky fingers everywhere — plus lots of laughter and sweet treats.
