Central WI
Central Chapter Teen Club Kickoff!
The Central Chapter had an awesome first Teen Club event at Wausau on the Water! We shared a great lunch, picked up essential skills during a lesson on money management, and then finished the afternoon with plenty of fun playing games. It was the perfect way to connect and learn!
Central Chapter & TOPSoccer Team Up!
The Central Chapter proudly teamed up with TOPSoccer this November to host an amazing 32 hours of soccer camps! Over the course of the month, participants not only learned fantastic new skills on the field but also made lasting friendships and enjoyed tons of fun. It was a wonderful success dedicated to teamwork and growth! Look for more camps to come in February 2026 and October 2026!
Chippewa Valley
DSAW-Chippewa Valley spent an afternoon braving the rink, playing in the arcade and exploring the enormous play area at Eau Claire High Roller! It was so much fun to skate, play and get to know one-another! Thanks to those who joined us!
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
November was full of connection, fun, and meaningful moments for our DSAW families and self-advocates! Here’s a look back at the wonderful events we shared.
🛝 November 14 – Indoor Playground
Families checked out the brand-new indoor playground, Let’s Run Around in Green Bay, where everyone had a blast exploring, playing, and burning off some energy.
🎾 November 15 – Buddy Up Tennis
The Fall session of Buddy Up Tennis wrapped up! It was a wonderful season of skill-building, teamwork, and lots of smiles on the court.
🦃 November 21 – Self-Advocate Friendsgiving
Our self-advocates came together for a joyful Friendsgiving celebration filled with good food, games, laughter, and quality time together.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make November such a meaningful month at DSAW! 💙
Southeastern Region
Good food and great conversation was the highlight of the KRW Parents Night Out on November 14. We talked about everything from behavior challenges with our kiddos to helping a mom find a reliable contractor to do household repairs. We love our Down syndrome community and the connection we have.
On November 15 several families gathered at the Racine Theater Guild to watch The Musical Adventures of Flat Stanley. Poor Stanley got flattened in a freak accident. Just when he thought he’d miss out on life, the mailman points out that he could travel. Stanley embarks on his adventure visiting Hollywood, Paris and Hawaii. This is the first live action theater experience we’ve offered our DSAW families and they all loved it! Another outing is planned for 2026!
DSAW families gathered on November 21 to enjoy the festive magic of the Ingleside Country Christmas Walking Lights Event. Families and friends strolled through the glowing displays, soaking in the holiday spirit, sparkling lights, and warm community cheer that made the evening truly special. About 145 people bundled up and joined in the fun! Thanks to everyone for joining us!
Sheboygan and Surrounding Counties
Sheboygan enjoyed our yearly Parkour Event and our Teen Hangout Club! Our Parkour event was so much fun with us learning how to be ninjas on the equipment. This event is always a chapter favorite!
South Central
🎉 November was a full month of connection, learning, and fun at DSAW-SC! Here’s a look back at all the wonderful things our community shared together:
📝 November 1 – Annual Planning Meeting
We kicked off the month with our annual planning session to brainstorm ideas and set goals for 2026. Thank you to everyone who contributed their energy and insight!
🎂 November 2 – Monster Mash Birthday Party (Sun Prairie Center)
Families celebrated with games, food, and birthday fun at our Monster Mash Birthday Party—a festive gathering!
🤝 November 3 – HCBS Adult Relationship Class: Friending
Our adult participants gathered to build skills and confidence around making friends and forming healthy connections.
🍽 November 5 – Moms Take 5 (Buck & Honey’s, Monona)
Moms enjoyed a much-needed night out filled with good food, great conversation, and connection.
👶 November 8 – 0–6 Playgroup Launch (Sun Prairie Center)
We were thrilled to host our very first playgroup for ages 0–6! Families met for playtime, bonding, and community building.
☕ November 13 – Grandparents Group Coffee & Conversation
Grandparents gathered for meaningful discussion, shared experiences, and warm company.
🎨 November 15 – Moms Rock ’n It at Maddie Strong (Milton)
Moms got creative during an uplifting art night—lots of laughs, color, and encouragement.
🏊 November 16 – Whitewater Aquatic Center
Participants enjoyed a fun and active waterpark outing—always a favorite for all ages!
💬 November 17 – HCBS Kids Relationship Class
Kids came together to learn about friendships, communication, and navigating social situations.
🎬 November 20 – Adult Movie Night: Freaky Friday
A cozy movie night with snacks, laughs, and connection for our adult community.
🦃 November 23 – Friendsgiving
We wrapped up the month with a warm and joyful Friendsgiving celebration filled with food, conversation, crafts, and new friendships.
