🌮☀️ Summer Fun at Palmer Park! ☀️🌮 Join us for a FREE and fun Sunday afternoon filled with food, play, and connection! We have the West Pavilion reserved for DSAW-SC. Enjoy: - Taco Bar potluck - Playground fun - Swimming at the new Palmer Pool (zero-depth entry + aquatic play features!) Bathrooms and changing rooms
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2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer
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Take a break, get creative, and enjoy a fun evening with other DSAW moms! Join us for a relaxing and creative night as we customize pre-made pottery pieces using a variety of techniques including painting, stamping, carving, and more. No experience is needed—just bring your imagination and enjoy a fun evening of creativity and connection.
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2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer DSAW hosts a virtual support group for parents and caregivers with a loved one transitioning to adulthood. Engage in conversation with others about the many topics that are present during this transition age (approx. 15-25). |
1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer Join other dads who have loved ones with Down syndrome each month for conservation, support, and a night out at the New Berlin Ale House! |
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1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
3 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer Join other grandparents who have grandchildren with Down syndrome for conversation and community. This group is led by volunteer grandparents and meets in a hybrid format. They meet in person at the SE-WI DSAW office in Wauwatosa on the first Tuesday of each month from 4:00-5:00 or you can join virtually! This group, for new parents with children ages 0-3, is hosted each month to gather for conversation, provide support for, and build community with other new parents. Hosted by a DSAW parent volunteer, this group meets the first Tuesday of each month |
1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
3 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer Let’s make learning ASL fun, active, and unforgettable! Join DSAW–SC for a series of 6 FREE American Sign Language classes held on Thursdays from 1:30–3:00 PM at the Rotary Gardens in Janesville. Whether you’re brand new or looking to build your skills, this is a welcoming space to learn together. Stacey S will guide participants
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Join us for an important and informative workshop focused on planning for the future of your loved one. This event is designed to help parents and guardians better understand the legal, financial, and end-of-life planning considerations that can provide peace of mind and long-term security for individuals with disabilities and their families. Event Speakers: Joel |
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The Down Syndrome Association of Wisconsin–South Central (DSAW-SC) is hosting its 25th Annual Golf Outing at The Oaks in Cottage Grove, on Friday, July 10, offering a fun-filled day on the course for families, friends, and community members. Participants will enjoy 18 holes of golf, games, a Bloody Mary bar, dinner, and more, all while Learn how to make your own meals in a mug! We will learn and take-home new recipes each week. These classes will run for 6 weeks starting on Fridays, starting Friday, July 10th from 3:30-5PM at no cost to you thanks in part to La Crosse Community Foundation Grant and DSAW. These classes are intended We’ll be watching A Minecraft Movie, bringing the creative, adventurous world of Minecraft to life in a fun and action-filled story for all ages. A Minecraft Movie is a live-action fantasy-adventure comedy directed by Jared Hess, starring Jack Black and Jason Momoa. The plot follows four misfits pulled through a portal into the blocky "Overworld," |
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Come join us for a fun and inclusive morning at Madison’s first accessible park, Brittingham Park on Saturday, July 11, from 9-11am. Enjoy the playground, connect with other families, and spend time together in a space designed for everyone to play and belong. |
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Join us for a wild and wonderful Sunday afternoon at Timbavati Wildlife Park in the Wisconsin Dells on July 12 from 12–5 PM! 🐾🎉 What’s included? - FREE park admission - A complimentary train ride through the park - A cup of carrot sticks to feed the giraffes RSVP by Sunday, July 5
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Join DSAW Fox Cities for a Timber Rattlers game on Sunday, July 12, 2026! Your ticket includes Field Level Box Seats, an all you can eat buffet beginning at 1:30 PM, and two beverages (alcoholic & non-alcoholic options) per person. First pitch is at 1:10 PM. Children ages 2 and under are free when not
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Free – $15.00
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Join DSAW-Sheboygan families for a SPLASH of an afternoon at Blue Harbor! Indoor and Outdoor areas will be available for our use. We are grateful to offer this event after the unfortunate rescheduling of our World Down Syndrome celebration in March. All Wisconsin chapters are welcome to join! WHEN: Sunday, July 12th 2:00 PM -
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2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer DSAW-GB is excited to sponsor and organize a special summer Music Therapy Series led by Jessica Liederbach, MT-BC, NMT, NICU-MT, owner of Carousel Music Therapy. This 60-minute experience is for young children and their caregivers to connect, play, and learn together through music! Music therapy uses music, movement, rhythm, singing, and interactive interventions to support |
1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer DSAW hosts a monthly support group for those who are caring for aging loved ones with Down syndrome. Each month we meet to share in conversation and support with other parents, siblings, and caregivers. |
3 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer Let’s make learning ASL fun, active, and unforgettable! Join DSAW–SC for a series of 6 FREE American Sign Language classes held on Thursdays from 1:30–3:00 PM at the Rotary Gardens in Janesville. Whether you’re brand new or looking to build your skills, this is a welcoming space to learn together. Stacey S will guide participants Join other DSAW caregivers once a month for a book club! We choose a different book each month and get together to discuss. We read a variety of genres (both fiction and nonfiction), and books do not focus specifically on caregiving or parenting. |
2 events,Learn how to make your own meals in a mug! We will learn and take-home new recipes each week. These classes will run for 6 weeks starting on Fridays, starting Friday, July 10th from 3:30-5PM at no cost to you thanks in part to La Crosse Community Foundation Grant and DSAW. These classes are intended
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Join DSAW for an evening of fun, friendship, and golf at McCauslin Brook Golf Course! Whether you're new to golf or a seasoned player, this inclusive golf night is for everyone! We'll kick things off with a brief introduction and golf lesson, then head out to enjoy 6 holes together. Stick around for a pizza |
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We're bringing it back! DSAW's Down Home BBQ 2026 will be hosted 12pm-3pm on Saturday, July 18 at the DSAW Headquarters, 1215 Dewey Ave. Wauwatosa. We'll have great picnic food hot off the grill and dancing to live music from the band, Hot Off the Grill. We'll have the Betty Brinn Wonder Wagon, a giant
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Help us celebrate community as we decorate a float for the Edgerton Heritage Day Parade and enjoy a potluck dinner together! DSAW-SC will provide float decorations, but feel free to bring additional decorations to share. The whole family is invited to join in the fun. Please bring a dish to pass for the potluck and |
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RIDE/WALK IN THE PARADE in the Edgerton Heritage Day Parade! We will ride the float to the parade check-in area at Elm High Drive (near Edgerton Middle School) by 11:00 AM. The parade begins at 11:30 AM, and the route is approximately 1 mile. There will be spots available on the float for riders, and
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Join DSAW-SC at Blue Mound State Park, which offers family-friendly summer fun with a potluck and heated swimming pool, splash pad, playgrounds, and accessible amenities. Enjoy scenic panoramic views from the observation towers or nearby accessible overlooks, as well as explore the seasonal Nature Center to learn about the park’s history, geology, and wildlife. Bring |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer DSAW-GB is excited to sponsor and organize a special summer Music Therapy Series led by Jessica Liederbach, MT-BC, NMT, NICU-MT, owner of Carousel Music Therapy. This 60-minute experience is for young children and their caregivers to connect, play, and learn together through music! Music therapy uses music, movement, rhythm, singing, and interactive interventions to support |
1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer
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Join DSAW for a fun-filled evening of laughter and entertainment at our Self-Advocate Night at Comedy City! DSAW has reserved a private party experience exclusively for our self-advocates and their guests. Self-advocates are encouraged to invite their friends and family members to enjoy an interactive comedy show in a welcoming and inclusive environment. This is |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer Let’s make learning ASL fun, active, and unforgettable! Join DSAW–SC for a series of 6 FREE American Sign Language classes held on Thursdays from 1:30–3:00 PM at the Rotary Gardens in Janesville. Whether you’re brand new or looking to build your skills, this is a welcoming space to learn together. Stacey S will guide participants |
1 event,Learn how to make your own meals in a mug! We will learn and take-home new recipes each week. These classes will run for 6 weeks starting on Fridays, starting Friday, July 10th from 3:30-5PM at no cost to you thanks in part to La Crosse Community Foundation Grant and DSAW. These classes are intended |
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Families of children ages 7–12 with Down syndrome or related disabilities are invited to join DSAW-SC for a FREE Family Swim at Monona Public Pool on Saturday, July 25 from 10:30 AM–12:30 PM. Families can enjoy a fun and relaxed morning of swimming, floaties, pool toys, and social connection while making summer memories together.
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Join DSAW-SC on Saturday, July 25, as Madison Forward FC takes on FC Naples at 6:00 PM at Breese Stevens Field in Madison. Your FREE admission includes: - Game ticket - Team scarf - Meal - Drink - Chips Please RSVP carefully, as DSAW-SC must pre-purchase tickets in advance. 😊 RSVP by July 17th 2026 |
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Join DSAW-SC on Sunday, July 26 from 1:00–4:00 PM for an exciting afternoon exploring the amazing Madison Children's Museum! This event is for individuals with Down syndrome or related disabilities and their families to play, explore, and connect in a fun, welcoming space where kids can take the lead. From hands-on exhibits to creative play |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer DSAW-GB is excited to sponsor and organize a special summer Music Therapy Series led by Jessica Liederbach, MT-BC, NMT, NICU-MT, owner of Carousel Music Therapy. This 60-minute experience is for young children and their caregivers to connect, play, and learn together through music! Music therapy uses music, movement, rhythm, singing, and interactive interventions to support |
1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
1 event,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer |
2 events,Join us for this one-of-a-kind program where each day is packed with fun and hands-on learning! Our weekly themes bring excitement, variety, and opportunities to develop essential life skills while making new friends. Eligible participants will be able to stay with the group (with or without 1:1 assistance). There are 3 sessions throughout the summer Let’s make learning ASL fun, active, and unforgettable! Join DSAW–SC for a series of 6 FREE American Sign Language classes held on Thursdays from 1:30–3:00 PM at the Rotary Gardens in Janesville. Whether you’re brand new or looking to build your skills, this is a welcoming space to learn together. Stacey S will guide participants |
1 event,Learn how to make your own meals in a mug! We will learn and take-home new recipes each week. These classes will run for 6 weeks starting on Fridays, starting Friday, July 10th from 3:30-5PM at no cost to you thanks in part to La Crosse Community Foundation Grant and DSAW. These classes are intended |
1 event,Join DSAW-SC and Soul to Summit for a GREAT overnight camping experience at Yellowstone Lake State Park in Blanchardville (August 1–2)! Enjoy s’mores, storytelling, mindfulness & movement, crafts in nature, scavenger hunts, short hikes, grounding exercises, and stargazing — whether you’re an experienced camper or a first-timer. Cost is $60/person (financial assistance available), all food |
