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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-tuesday-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240125T140000
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DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
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SUMMARY:Webmovie: Paper Tigers
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webmovie-paper-tigers/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Disability Pride
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-rise-up-disability-history-resistance-pride-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T170441Z
UID:25097-1705399200-1705404600@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-tuesday-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T190000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20231222T170800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231222T170801Z
UID:25101-1704996000-1704999600@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20220823T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T161752Z
UID:14213-1664458200-1664465400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Brain Injury Survivors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/brain-injury-survivors-meeting-2022-09-29/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220928T133000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20210708T161408Z
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UID:14066-1664368200-1664371800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Access Team
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/access-team-3-2021-10-13-2022-09-28/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20230516T185032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T185254Z
UID:21091-1683025200-1683028800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Phenomenal Women Support Group
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/phenomenal-women-support-group/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20220531T202003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T162445Z
UID:13681-1654507800-1654511400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Spirit Club - Virtual Exercise
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/spirit-club-virtual-exercise-3/
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20220823T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T161752Z
UID:14213-1664458200-1664465400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Brain Injury Survivors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/brain-injury-survivors-meeting-2022-09-29/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151210
CREATED:20231102T173852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T144211Z
UID:24202-1702992600-1702998000@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Webmovie & Discussion: Mind/Game: The Unquiet Journey of Chamique Holdsclaw
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webmovie-discussion-mind-game-the-unquiet-journey-of-chamique-holdsclaw/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20230516T185032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T185254Z
UID:21091-1683025200-1683028800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Phenomenal Women Support Group
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/phenomenal-women-support-group/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20221129T193316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T193559Z
UID:15748-1673344800-1673350200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-group-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20220531T202003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T162445Z
UID:13681-1654507800-1654511400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Spirit Club - Virtual Exercise
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/spirit-club-virtual-exercise-3/
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20221129T194035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T200209Z
UID:15753-1672934400-1672939800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20220823T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T161752Z
UID:14213-1664458200-1664465400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Brain Injury Survivors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/brain-injury-survivors-meeting-2022-09-29/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20230321T193248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T193248Z
UID:20235-1679493600-1679497200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Chronic Pain Support Group
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/chronic-pain-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20231030T215411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T171833Z
UID:23920-1701783000-1701790200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Serving Customers with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-serving-customers-with-disabilities/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20230516T185032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T185254Z
UID:21091-1683025200-1683028800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Phenomenal Women Support Group
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/phenomenal-women-support-group/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20220531T202003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T162445Z
UID:13681-1654507800-1654511400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Spirit Club - Virtual Exercise
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/spirit-club-virtual-exercise-3/
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20220823T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T161752Z
UID:14213-1664458200-1664465400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Brain Injury Survivors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/brain-injury-survivors-meeting-2022-09-29/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20230321T193248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230321T193248Z
UID:20235-1679493600-1679497200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Chronic Pain Support Group
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/chronic-pain-support-group/
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231205T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151211
CREATED:20231030T215411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T171833Z
UID:23920-1701783000-1701790200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Serving Customers with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-serving-customers-with-disabilities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151212
CREATED:20230516T185032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T185254Z
UID:21091-1683025200-1683028800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Phenomenal Women Support Group
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/phenomenal-women-support-group/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151212
CREATED:20221129T193316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T193559Z
UID:15748-1673344800-1673350200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-group-tuesday/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T103000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151212
CREATED:20220531T202003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T162445Z
UID:13681-1654507800-1654511400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Spirit Club - Virtual Exercise
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/spirit-club-virtual-exercise-3/
CATEGORIES:Social
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230105T173000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151212
CREATED:20221129T194035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230206T200209Z
UID:15753-1672934400-1672939800@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220929T153000
DTSTAMP:20260615T151212
CREATED:20220823T192649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T161752Z
UID:14213-1664458200-1664465400@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:Brain Injury Survivors Meeting
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/brain-injury-survivors-meeting-2022-09-29/
LOCATION:Disability Network – Community Bldg Kalamazoo\, 517 E. Crosstown Parkway\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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UID:22982-1701280800-1701286200@www.dnswm.org
SUMMARY:PtW: Preparing Your Child for Employment (LONG Before Employment)
DESCRIPTION:About #DWord Book Club		\n				\n				\n				\n							#DWord refers to the word “disability.”  Disability Network Southwest Michigan is thrilled to partner with Kalamazoo Public Library to provide the #DWord Book Club\, a book club dedicated to promoting access\, connection\, disability pride\, and spreading the message that Disability is not a bad word. \nJoin us for an opportunity to engage in respectful\, thought-provoking discussions of books by and about people with disabilities\, uplifting lived experiences from across the Disability Community and creating space for meaningful conversation and connection. \nAll are welcome\, whether you’re new to disability-focused literature or a longtime reader/consumer. This is a cost-free group and participants are not required to have a library card to join. To ensure accessibility for all\, each book is available in print\, digital\, and audiobook formats. 						\n				\n					\n		\n				\n			\n						\n				\n																										\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. 						\n				\n					\n		\n					\n		\n				\n				\n			August Meeting Details		\n				\n				\n				\n							Wednesday\, August 19\, 2026\, from 6:00 to 7:30 PMLocation: CEN/Boardroom at Kalamazoo Public Library\, located at 315 S. Rose St\, Kalamazoo\, MI 49007.Registration is not required for in-person participation.						\n				\n				\n				\n			Accommodations & Joining Virtually		\n				\n				\n				\n							Accommodations can be provided upon request. Call at Kalamazoo Public Library staff member Jade W. at (269) 553-7944 or reach out to her online. If in-person participation isn’t a good fit for any reason\, contact Jade for the opportunity to participate virtually via Zoom. 						\n				\n				\n				\n			About the Book Selection		\n				\n				\n				\n							August’s book selection is I Will Die on This Hill: Autistic Adults\, Autism Parents\, and the Children Who Deserve a Better World by Meghan Ashburn & Jules Edwards. ABOUT — There is a significant divide between autistic advocates and parents of autistic children. Parents may feel attacked for their lack of understanding\, and autistic adults who offer insight and guidance are also met with hostility and rejection. Meghan Ashburn\, a mother of two autistic boys\, and Jules Edwards\, an autistic parent\, were no strangers to this tension and had an adversarial relationship when they first met. Over time\, the two resolved their differences and are now co-conspirators in the pursuit of disability justice. This book unites both perspectives\, exploring the rift between these communities and encouraging them to work towards a common goal. It provides context to dividing issues\, and the authors use their experience to illustrate where they’ve messed up\, where they’ve got things right\, and what they’ve learned along the way. 						\n				\n				\n				\n					\n			\n						\n		\n				\n				\n				\n				\n							For more information on this quarterly event and upcoming reading selections\, visit our #DWord Book Club page.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-preparing-your-child-for-employment-long-before-employment/
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