Down Syndrome Association of Northwest Michigan

01/19/2026

EXCITING NEWS!!!

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT:
To honor Douglas Gallagher, the family requested that memorial contributions (made to DSANM) be used to provide scholarships for our members with Down syndrome to attend OpenSpot Theatre!! So gracious!!!

The first round will be for the February 2026 session - don't wait - sign up right away!!!

Feb 10, 17 & 24, Mar 3, 10 & 17 from 6:00-7:00pm
NEW, in-town location:
Friends of the Light Quaker House, 206 S Oak St, TC
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March 17th will be the Showcase, where students will show off what they have learned! It will be a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired performance the students will write and perform!
To get signed up:
REGISTER: https://openspottheatre.com/programs/down-syndrome-up-north/register/
Once registered, EMAIL: Susan at susanfall12@gmail.com
Simply let her know the name of the member participating,
provide proof of payment, and the $25 scholarship can be released to OpenSpot.

Registration fee suggested price is $172, you pay only $147 ($25 off)!
The $25 scholarship will be released to OpenSpot. Questions: Call Susan (231-357-8383)

01/19/2026

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT:
To honor Douglas Gallagher, the family requested that memorial contributions (made to DSANM) be used to provide scholarships for our members with Down syndrome to attend OpenSpot Theatre!! So gracious!!!

The first round will be for the February 2026 session - don't wait - sign up right away!!!

Feb 10, 17 & 24, Mar 3, 10 & 17 from 6:00-7:00pm
NEW, in-town location:
Friends of the Light Quaker House, 206 S Oak St, TC
FEATURE | FEATURE | FEATURE
March 17th will be the Showcase, where students will show off what they have learned! It will be a St. Patrick’s Day-inspired performance the students will write and perform!
To get signed up:
REGISTER: https://openspottheatre.com/programs/down-syndrome-up-north/register/
Once registered, EMAIL: Susan at susanfall12@gmail.com
Simply let her know the name of the member participating,
provide proof of payment, and the $25 scholarship can be released to OpenSpot.

Registration fee suggested price is $172, you pay only $147 ($25 off)!
The $25 scholarship will be released to OpenSpot. Questions: Call Susan (231-357-8383)

10/30/2025

10/17/2025

Happy Down Syndrome Awareness month to all people with DS, their parents/families and caregivers! You all rock!

10/10/2025

BINGO! The joy of the win ❤️

Packed house last night! So great to have so many people there! Hope to see you all next month!

10/07/2025

Last night, at the City of Traverse City City Commission meeting, our Mayor - Amy Shamroe, proclaimed October 2025 as Down Syndrome Awareness month in the City of Traverse City! This proclamation shares with the community that those with Down syndrome are a vital part of our town, and just like all of us, want to be part of the community.

If you are interested in becoming part of or volunteering for our group , please contact Susan (231-357-8383) or Amy (231-357-8107) by phone or text.

Thank you, Mayor Amy Shamroe and the City of Traverse City for this recognition and helping spread awareness of the special people with Down syndrome in our area!

07/27/2025

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04/29/2025

We are still in need of volunteers for Saturday morning’s race (MSB) - if anyone can help, please let me know ASAP! Thanks!