Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston

CALL FOR ARTISTS: Holiday Markets
2025-10-10, 2025-10-11, 2025-10-12 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
CALL FOR ARTISTS: DNWML HOLIDAY MARKETS

APPLY NOW/MORE INFO: tinyurl.com/DNWMLMarket25
Submission deadline: October 12
Join Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston & Dementia Friendly Services for our third annual Holiday Art Market…with TWO OPPORTUNITIES to share your work with the community.
We’re looking for incredible local artists to share and sell their artistic wares with the Washtenaw County community! We will be hosting TWO holiday markets: one in November and one in December. Both will be pop-up style, with set-up and tear-down occurring day-of. This will allow early and last-minute holiday shoppers to find unique gifts for their loved ones.
Open to ALL DISABLED ARTISTS. Juried market with NO table fee.

Acceptable submissions include, but aren’t limited to:

Pottery
Cards
Jewelry
Original drawings Paintings
Art prints
Photographic prints Small sculptures
More!

Market dates:

Saturday, November 15 1:00-4:00pm During/Following Harvest Gathering
Saturday, December 6 1:00-4:00pm

Accepted artists can choose to participate in one or both markets!
Location:
Disability Network WML 3941 Research Park Dr Ann Arbor, MI 48108 (734)971-0277
Contact:
Contact Arts & Rec Manager Claire – claire@dnwml.org

Download the Call flyer: Call for Artists HOLIDAY Market Flyer 2025

Studio Be: Virtual
2025-10-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-20 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-27 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-17 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Detroit) | Zoom, Virtual
Studio Be: Virtual

The Zoom version of our popular Art Class. Just as social, fun, and creative as the in-person option! Open studio style: share what you’re working on, get feedback, or just chat all things art (and beyond!)
Zoom link given upon contacting Claire.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire!
Download the program flyer here: Art Program Brochure

Theatre BE - Fall 2025
2025-10-16 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-10-23 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-10-30 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-11-06 15:30 - 17:00, 2025-11-13 15:30 - 17:00 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
There’s music in the air! Join us for games, crafts, and activities that explore character and expression. And if you like, get a chance to perform in front of others!
We’ll be preparing for a performance at our Harvest Gathering, featuring individual or small group musical or dance performances. Don’t want to sing or dance? Performances are designed around YOU. Let’s get creative!
NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Open to all abilities. Participation in fall performance not required in order to join Theatre Be: Fall 2025.

Thursdays, Oct. 2 – Nov. 13, 2025
3:30 – 5 PM
Disability Network – Washtenaw Office
3941 Research Park Dr. | Ann Arbor, MI
Fall Performance
Harvest Gathering, Nov. 15, 2025
To ensure we can account for needed accommodations in advance, contact Robin: robin@dnwml.org | 734-889-9380

Ages 14+ and all abilities welcome.
Program Flyer: Theatre Be Fall 2025 flyer

Studio Be: Open Studio (in person)
2025-10-22 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-29 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-05 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-12 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-19 10:00 - 12:00 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Studio Be: Open Studio (in person)
Make art and learn about artists and new techniques in a relaxed social environment. Drop-in, open studio style. Try a new material and experiment in the studio alongside your friends.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire!
Download and print the flyer: Art Program Brochure

DisScribe Writers Group
2025-10-23 09:30 - 10:45, 2025-11-13 09:30 - 10:45 | Zoom, Virtual
DisScribe Writers Group
Have you always wanted to be a writer?
Are you hoping to improve your writing and editing skills?
Do you need a buddy to keep you on track with your writing goals?
Our open writing group is dedicated to supporting and empowering the creative writing efforts of individuals with disabilities. Whether you’re a seasoned writer or just starting out, DisScribe offers a welcoming space for sharing ideas, honing your craft, and connecting with fellow writers.
Join us for inspiring workshops, collaborative writing sessions, and valuable feedback that celebrates diverse voices and stories.
Let’s create together!
Download program flyer here: DisScribe Flyer
Specific Thursdays 9:30-10:45am via Zoom
CONTACT/REGISTER
Will – info below

Studio Be: Guided Sessions (in person)
2025-10-23 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-10-30 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-06 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-13 13:00 - 15:00 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Studio Be: Guided Sessions (in person)
Make art (and friends!) and learn about artists and new techniques in a relaxed social environment. Rotating through different media, we explore materials and processes in a guided manner. No previous experience is necessary. Materials provided.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire!

Download and print the flyer: Art Program Brochure

Sweet & Salty Circle
2025-10-24 11:00 - 12:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Sweet & Salty Circle
Are you double-stuffed compassion, sandwiched with advocacy and dipped in cheddar flair?
Maybe you’re caramel charisma with a side of salty sass?
Or sweet, crunchy, bold, and beautifully unique?
Any combination is welcome!
Join us this Fall session of Sweet & Salty Circle, where we’ll dive into cookies, candy, chips, and conversation, all through the lens of living
with disability.
Sweet & Salty Circle is a fun and fantastic opportunity to sample new treats and socialize with your peers. Each month, we’ll alternate between sweet and salty snacks to use as our conversation piece. Along the way, we’ll explore seasonal flavors, and we’ll get to reflect on our own personal “flavor profiles” as individuals.

Selected Fridays 11AM-Noon Virtually on Zoom
Upcoming sessions:

Sep. 5 – Salty
Oct. 24 – Sweet
Nov. 21 – Salty
Dec. 19 – Sweet

Registration required.
Contact Anna – anna@dnwml.org to RSVP and get specifics on sweet and salty treat selections for each month
Each participant will be responsible for purchasing their own treats ahead of each session
Sweet and Salty Circle flyer

Halloween Trunk-or-Treat & Dance
2025-10-24 17:30 - 20:00 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Halloween Trunk-or-treat & Dance
Friday, October 24
Trunk-or-Treat 5:30 – 6:30pm Dance 6:00 – 8:00pm

Disability Network – Washtenaw Office
3941 Research Park Dr | Ann Arbor, MI

FREE! All ages are welcome!
Costumes encouraged but not required.
Register below!

!DN! RPG Club
2025-11-05 12:30 - 14:30 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Come Adventuring With Us!
Do you enjoy tabletop role-playing games?
Are you interested in meeting fellow gamers, or perhaps becoming a Games Master (GM) or creating your own RPG content?
Join us twice a monthly for sci-fi and fantasy adventures!
– Drop-in sessions – come once in a while or every time!
– No experience needed
– No materials needed or rules to buy; all materials will be supplied for you
– Ages 18+
Select Wednesdays, 12:30p to 2:30p
In-person session at DNWML – Washtenaw Office
To register, join the mailing list, and/or save a seat in advance contact Will (william@dnwml.org)
Program flyer: RPG Club Flyer

Harvest Gathering
2025-11-15 11:00 - 13:00 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Harvest Gathering
Savor the autumn atmosphere with friends at Disability Network. Join us for FREE food and beverages, take in colorful conversation, and enjoy live entertainment— including DNWML’s own Theatre Be!
Stick around for our Holiday Market, where you’ll be able to purchase unique holiday gifts while supporting local disabled artists.
Did you attend our July ADA Celebration and contribute to our collaborative mural? Come see the official unveiling of the finished artwork during Harvest Gathering!

Saturday, November 15
Lunch 11:00AM – 1:00PM | Holiday Market 1:00 – 4:00PM
Disability Network – Washtenaw Office

Holiday Markets
2025-11-15 13:00 - 16:00 | Washtenaw/Ann Arbor DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
HOLIDAY MARKETS

Join us for the third year of our Holiday Markets at our Washtenaw Office: support local artists with disabilities AND get your holiday shopping wrapped up!
Free refreshments. Gift wrapping available at December market.

Jewelry
Pottery/ceramics
Paintings
Cards
Photographs
Textiles/wearables
Small sculptures
Paper quilling
And much more!

Market Day One
Saturday, November 15
1:00-4:00pm
During/Following Harvest Gathering
Market Day Two
Saturday, December 6
1:00-4:00pm
$5 suggested entry donation!
Event flyer: HOLIDAY Market Flyer 2025 (2)
