Delishability Cooking Class
2023-08-17 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-08-24 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2023-09-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Detroit) | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
All ages and abilities. This particular cooking class will focus on developing a variety of cooking skills and applying them to specific recipes. Classes will take place at our Ann Arbor location.
Register by June 15th
Class fee: $5.00 per session to cover supplies

7/13
7/20
7/27
8/3
8/10
8/17
8/24
9/7
9/14
9/21

In-person Art Class: Guided Sessions
2023-08-21 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-11 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-18 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-25 13:30 - 15:30, 2023-10-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
In-person Art Class
Make art and learn about artists and new techniques in a relaxed social environment. Rotating through different media, we explore materials and techniques in a guided manner. No previous experience is necessary. Materials provided.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire.

Virtual Art Class: Open Studio
2023-08-22 08:30 - 09:00, 2023-08-29 08:30 - 09:00, 2023-09-05 08:30 - 09:00, 2023-09-12 08:30 - 09:00, 2023-09-19 08:30 - 09:00, 2023-09-26 08:30 - 09:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Virtual Art Class: Open Studio
Stop by the “studio” and work on your art in a relaxed, social atmosphere. Enjoy making progress on your own individual projects while chatting with friends or getting feedback on your work. Although there are no set instructions for either open studio session, feel free to bring a question to class or ask for support while we’re all making art alongside each other.
To receive weekly Art Programming email updates, contact Claire.

In-person Art Class: Open Studio
2023-08-23 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-20 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-09-27 10:00 - 12:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States

Monroe: Drop-in Computer Lab Hours
2023-08-23 11:30 - 15:30, 2023-08-30 11:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-06 11:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-13 11:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-20 11:30 - 15:30, 2023-09-27 11:30 - 15:30 | Monroe DNWML, 1070 S. Telegraph Rd., Monroe, MI, 48161, United States
Drop-in access, support, and/or help at the Monroe Office.

Tech Teach-Out
2023-09-22 13:00 - 15:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Tech Teach-Outs
Are you feeling lost in the
World Wide Web?
Need to brush up on today’s most important technology skills?
Our 21st Century Assistive Technology Program presents Tech Teach-Outs: a beginner-friendly space designed to prepare all learners to use the latest technology with confidence! Seniors and people with disabilities are encouraged to attend.
We’ll be going over topics like…

Smartphone and tablet basics
Understanding telehealth
Staying safe on the internet
…and more!

SCHEDULE

The PWD/Senior’s Guide to the Internet
Friday, September 22
1:00 – 3:00pm
Disability Network Ann Arbor/Washtenaw Office
Technology Based Scam Prevention
Tuesday, October 4
11:45am – 12:30pm
Monroe County Opportunity Program
Android Tablet and Smartphone Basics
Friday, October 20
1:00pm – 3:00pm
Disability Network Ann Arbor/Washtenaw Office

Virtual Movie Club
2023-09-28 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Virtual Movie Club
Watch a movie, then chat with folks! Beat the stay-home blues and join the virtual movie club! How does it work? Each week, watch a planned movie on your own time, and then we get together virtually to talk about it and have some fun! It’s that easy! Movie club sessions include trivia, thought-provoking questions, and laughter.
New starting in 2023: Movie Club After Dark! We heard from our participants a request for more variety in our movie selections. Movie Club will continue to have family-friendly movies, and our designated “Movie Club After Dark” sessions will include a wider variety of movie genres that appeal to young adult and adult participants.
Virtual Movie Club meets Thursdays from 4:00-5:00 pm.

Your World
2023-09-29 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom, Virtual
Your World: Navigating Life with Blindness and Low-Vision

Join us on Zoom for a welcoming discussion group for people who are blind or experiencing vision loss. Topics will be participant-driven and sessions will empower group members to embrace their self-identities and individuality as people with low-vision, while strengthening belonging and community inclusion. Your World is a group where we discuss different topics involving navigating life with low vision. We share resources, tips, and perspectives to help us enhance the quality and autonomy of our lives. Group facilitators are professionals from a wide range of backgrounds who experience blindness or vision loss. Assistive technology support will be available.

INFO
First Wednesday of the month
12:00-1:00pm
Zoom

SCHEDULE

September 29

REGISTER
Renee or Mark below.

Tech Desk
2023-09-29 12:00 - 15:00 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
Tech Desk

We know technology can be frustrating, but you don’t need to learn it all by yourself! If you have questions about your portable devices, bring them to our Ann Arbor office during our Tech Desk Open Hours!

We will be available every other Friday from 12:00 noon to 3:00 pm, no appointment needed.

Some examples of services we can provide:

Make it easier to find the sites and programs you use frequently
Investigate the source of “pop-ups” and other computer annoyances
Find the accessibility settings you need to read, type, and navigate your laptop, Chromebook, smartphone, or tablet

SCHEDULE
Every other Friday
12:00 – 3:00pm

September 29

pARTicipatory Sensory Workshop
2023-10-02 13:30 - 15:30 | Washtenaw DNWML, 3941 Research Park Dr, Ann Arbor, 48108, United States
pARTicipatory Sensory Workshop: Disability Network + University of Michigan
The series of workshops is a collaboration between Yi-Chin Lee, a Ph.D. student at Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning at the University of Michigan, and the art program in Disability Network Washtenaw Monroe Livingston.
Yi-Chin is a textile researcher investigating how knitted material can create a multi-sensory space to support diverse bodies and minds navigate built environments. The collaborative art-making workshops serve as a way for members in Disability Network to inform Yi-Chin’s design with their creative expression.
REGISTRATION IS FULL/CLOSED.
SCHEDULE
Mondays, 1:30-3:30pm*

10/2: Body Molding
10/16: Mixed-media Painting
10/30: Diorama – Sensory space for joy, rest, and healing
11/13: Spatial Textile Assemblage

*Workshops to be held during and in Claire’s regular In-person Art Class: Guided Session
