Calendar of Activities, Events and Fun
All events held at the Better Together of NM location welcome uniquely-abled individuals (18+), along with their families, advocates and caregivers
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All events held at the Better Together of NM location welcome uniquely-abled individuals (18+), along with their families, advocates and caregivers 〰️
Check out our calendar of events happening at the Activity Club and in the Community!
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
SUMMER FESTIVAL FOR ALL ABILITIES
All Abilities Welcome: Join us to make a Tie-dye T-shirt, enjoy a complementary picnic with live music, and learn about Better Together’s Summer Club and Bus Campaign.
Please bring a $10 donation for a Better Together t-shirt to tie-dye.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
COFFEE CONNECT
Our COFFEE CONNECT is designed to give caregivers, parents and volunteers a chance to catch up, relax, and share a cup of Joe together.
We hope to see you there!
NORTE AND BETTER TOGETHER
Spend some time with Norte’ at the Civic Center from 10:30-11:30am. Bring your lunch and join your friends for a picnic after biking.
Cones and Cops
Join your friends and police officers at Bardon’s Ice Cream Shop from 4-6pm for an ice cream cone and conversation.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
THEATER OUTING
Join Better Together at Old Town Playhouse for a FREE dress rehearsal of Once Upon a Mattress at 7pm on Thursday, June 4th. Appropriate for all ages.
Please RSVP to info@wearebettertogethernm.org so we know you are planning to attend.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
DREAM TEAM GAME
Better Together Activity Club is CLOSED today. Come and cheer on your friends at the Dream Team baseball game! You will see familiar faces and every game is made more fun with cheers from the crowd! Take me out the ballgame!
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
Special Olympics Bowling
Better Together of Northern Michigan is joining the Down Syndrome Association in their Special Olympics Bowling FUN.
Please arrive by 3:15 for check-in as bowling begins promptly at 3:30pm.
Please RSVP to Susan (231-357-8383) so we have an idea of how many bowlers will be attending.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
COFFEE CONNECT
Parents and caregivers have the chance to learn about resources and activities that are designed to support the disabled community. The third Tuesday of the month, we will have different representatives share opportunities for growth, learning and social connections available to you and your family.
RSVP to info@wearbettertogethernm.org and we hope to see you there!
GAME ON CAFE AND OUTDOOR FUN
Join us for an OPEN CLUBHOUSE with games, music, art, and connection! This Saturday, we will be outside for fun AND offer a FREE refreshment of your choice!
See you Saturday!
FASHION SHOW FUNDRAISER
This is a Sustainable Fashion Show that is sure to be a fashionable and fabulous evening! We are thrilled to receive all proceeds from the bar sales for the night, so come, have a libation and enjoy the show. Click on the LINK below for more information.
Special Olympics Bowling
Better Together of Northern Michigan is grateful for the support of Special Olympics for hosting bowling during the month of May!
Please arrive by 3:15 for check-in as bowling begins promptly at 3:30pm.
Please RSVP to Susan (231-357-8383) so we have an idea of how many bowlers will be attending.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
OPEN CLUB AND FOLK DANCING
This Saturday we are offering ALL ABILITIES Folk Dancing with Kelsey Brunell starting at 2:00pm. Bring your family and friends - NO previous dance experience required. We will learn square, line, contras and circle dancing. ALL ARE WELCOME!
Special Olympics Bowling
Better Together of Northern Michigan is joining the Special Olympics in Bowling FUN.
Please arrive by 3:15 for check-in as bowling begins promptly at 3:30pm.
Please RSVP to Susan (231-357-8383) so we have an idea of how many bowlers will be attending.
BLOOM AND BOOGIE: SPRING DANCE WITH GTI
Time to dress up and BOOGIE. JOIN us and Grand Traverse Industries for this lovely event for all abilities. Bring a snack and your dancing shoes!
Time to dress us and BOOGIE. Grand Traverse Industries is hosting this lovely event for all abilities. See flyer for details.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
Self Determination Conference
This conference is presented by the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan. Persons with lived experiences and their families can attend the conference at no charge.
CLICK FOR MORE DETAILS from CMHAM
SPRING CLEAN UP
Many hands make light work. Please come and help us clean the Activity Club so we can continue to enjoy a sparkling clean environment. Want to spend time outside? Bring your rake and join the FUN ! Pizza and refreshments will be provided. JOIN US in helping make YOUR club a beautiful one !
Rolling Thunder Bowling
Better Together of Northern Michigan is joining the Down Syndrome Association in their Rolling Thunder Bowling FUN.
Please arrive by 3:15 for check-in as bowling begins promptly at 3:30pm.
Please RSVP to Susan (231-357-8383) so we have an idea of how many bowlers will be attending.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! This week, we welcome students from Interlochen Arts Academy to engage with our members and partner on art projects. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
Teaching Art
This event is for artists to learn how to accommodate people with disabilities in their art form.
MOVIE DAY AND OPEN CLUB
We VOTE on which movie to watch at the previous OPEN CLUB. You can watch the movie with us and/or enjoy the open clubhouse for art, games and fun! JOIN US!!
Rolling Thunder Bowling
Better Together of Northern Michigan is joining the Down Syndrome Association in their Rolling Thunder Bowling FUN.
Please arrive by 3:15 for check-in as bowling begins promptly at 3:30pm.
Please RSVP to Susan (231-357-8383) so we have an idea of how many bowlers will be attending.
OPEN CLUB AND POP UP ART
The Activity Club is OPEN and excited to see YOU ! We welcome all guests and their families to enjoy our beautiful and welcoming space. This is a chance to play games, socialize, and create art based on this week’s theme. JOIN US - because everything we do is BETTER TOGETHER !
Please bear with us as we continue to expand our calendar content, more events to come!
Do you have knowledge about an upcoming event that you think belongs on our community calendar? Drop us a suggestion below!