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Our calendar page is designed to be your go-to resource for upcoming events, workshops, support groups, and recreational activities that are tailored to meet the unique needs of individuals with special needs.

 

From sensory-friendly movie nights to inclusive art classes and group trips, we strive to offer a wide range of enriching and enjoyable experiences for everyone.

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  • Community Input Meeting
    Community Input Meeting
    Community Input Meeting
    Sun, Apr 21
    Apr 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Apr 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Work and Play and other local disability-focused organizations invite members of the disability community to our community input meeting. Open dialogues are encouraged. ALL ARE WELCOME.
  • PRIVATE PARTY RENTAL
    Mon, Apr 22
    Apr 22, 2024, 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Ypsilanti, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Apr 22, 2024, 12:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Ypsilanti, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Work & Play will be closed due to a private party rental. Find out today how you too, can rent our center for all your various needs. In turn giving back to the community.
  • Women's Caregiver Support Group
    Women's Caregiver Support Group
    Women's Caregiver Support Group
    Mon, Apr 29
    Apr 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Apr 29, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    The Women’s Support Group at the Work & Play Center is for women who have a loved one caring for someone with developmental disabilities. The group is led by peers and is designed to provide support.
  • One Sip From Crazy Developmental Disabilities Parent Support Group
    One Sip From Crazy Developmental Disabilities Parent Support Group
    Multiple Dates
    One Sip From Crazy Developmental Disabilities Parent Support Group
    Thu, May 02
    May 02, 2024, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    Work and Play Cafe, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    May 02, 2024, 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
    Work and Play Cafe, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Every first Thursday of the month. Sit, relax, have a cup of coffee and chat with other parents and caregivers. RSVP NOT REQUIRED.
  • Pat-A-Cake Playgroup
    Pat-A-Cake Playgroup
    Pat-A-Cake Playgroup
    Thu, May 02
    May 02, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Work & Play, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    May 02, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
    Work & Play, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    A playgroup for children ages 0-6 featuring music, movement and art!
  • Bingo Night
    Bingo Night
    Bingo Night
    Thu, May 09
    May 09, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Work and Play SNRC, Inc, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    May 09, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Work and Play SNRC, Inc, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Let's play BINGO! Lots of fun, learning, interacting with friends and PRIZES! Pizza and drinks will be served.
  • All Abilities Cooking Class
    All Abilities Cooking Class
    All Abilities Cooking Class
    Sat, May 11
    May 11, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Work and Play SNRC, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    May 11, 2024, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
    Work and Play SNRC, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Step into the world of Candyland, a deliciously enchanted place filled with candy and yummy sweets! For children and adults with developmental disabilities ages 8+. Siblings welcome.
  • Women's Caregiver Support Group
    Women's Caregiver Support Group
    Women's Caregiver Support Group
    Mon, May 13
    May 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    May 13, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    The Women’s Support Group at the Work & Play Center is for women who have a loved one caring for someone with developmental disabilities. The group is led by peers and is designed to provide support.
  • Cedar Point Trip for EVERYONE!
    Cedar Point Trip for EVERYONE!
    Cedar Point Trip for EVERYONE!
    Mon, May 27
    May 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Cedar Point, 1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870, USA
    May 27, 2024, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
    Cedar Point, 1 Cedar Point Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870, USA
    Join us for a fun-filled Memorial Day with your family! ADMISSION TICKETS ARE $36 per person.
  • Ice Cream Social
    Ice Cream Social
    Ice Cream Social
    Sun, Jun 23
    Jun 23, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Work and Play Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Jun 23, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
    Work and Play Center, 444 N Hewitt Rd, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Ice Cream, Music and BUBBLES -- oh my!!! A gathering for the entire community!
  • Wet N' Wild Summer Picnic
    Fri, Jul 19
    Jul 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Wilson Park, 89 Wabash St, Milan, MI 48160, USA
    Jul 19, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
    Wilson Park, 89 Wabash St, Milan, MI 48160, USA
    Water guns, water balloons, grillin' and chillin' ... dats what we gonna do! Cake included.
  • Special Needs Swim Day at Rolling Hills Waterpark
    Special Needs Swim Day at Rolling Hills Waterpark
    Special Needs Swim Day at Rolling Hills Waterpark
    Sun, Aug 11
    Aug 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Rolling Hills Water Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti Charter Twp, MI 48197, USA
    Aug 11, 2024, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
    Rolling Hills Water Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd, Ypsilanti Charter Twp, MI 48197, USA
    Join your community for a fun-filled day at Rolling Hills Waterpark! Discounted tickets will be available!
  • Sparkle & Shine CheerAbilities Squad Caregiver Information Night
    Sparkle & Shine CheerAbilities Squad Caregiver Information Night
    Sparkle & Shine CheerAbilities Squad Caregiver Information Night
    Wed, Aug 14
    Aug 14, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    Aug 14, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Work and Play Center, 444 North Hewitt Road, Ypsilanti, MI 48197, USA
    The Sparkle and Shine Cheerabilities Squad is a co-ed cheerleading team for athletes with intellectual and/or physical disabilities who love to cheer, dance, and perform.
  • Kalahari Sandusky Community Trip
    Kalahari Sandusky Community Trip
    Kalahari Sandusky Community Trip
    Sun, Aug 18
    Aug 18, 2024, 4:00 PM – Aug 20, 2024, 4:00 PM
    Kalahari Sandusky, Ohio, 7000 Kalahari Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870, USA
    Aug 18, 2024, 4:00 PM – Aug 20, 2024, 4:00 PM
    Kalahari Sandusky, Ohio, 7000 Kalahari Dr, Sandusky, OH 44870, USA
    Two waterparks (indoor and outdoor), zip line, putt putt, petting zoo, and more!!!! NO RESORT FEE!! $159 per night ~ $29.99 fee waived per night.

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