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Disability Network Lakeshore empowers individuals with disabilities by promoting access, choice, and independence. Through advocacy, education, and community engagement, we strive to create an inclusive society where everyone can thrive.

Bring your kids. Bring your friends. Wear a costume if you want&mdash;or don&rsquo;t! Come have some Halloween fun with us! Join us for an all-ages, all-abilities Halloween party and open house where people with disabilities, families, friends, and community members can relax, connect, and enjoy the season together. Drop in for 30 minutes or stay for the whole party. There&rsquo;s no set schedule and no pressure to participate&mdash;just plenty of ways to have fun and make the celebration your own. Enjoy: 🎃 Halloween music, decorations, and dancing 🍎 Caramel apple decorating and sweet treats 🎨 Face painting and Halloween photo fun 🎡 Trick-or-Treat Wheel, Punch-a-Prize, and other games 🪅 Pi&ntilde;ata fun for kids 👻 Activities for different ages, abilities, and comfort levels Costumes are encouraged, but never required. Come dressed up, come as you are, or simply stop by to enjoy the atmosphere and connect with others. All ages and all abilities are welcome! 📅 RSVP Encouraged Please RSVP by October 23 so we can plan for activities, treats, and supplies. An RSVP is not required to attend. When you RSVP, please share any accommodation needs or food allergies so we can help make the event welcoming and accessible for everyone.

CANCELLED: Inclusive Halloween Party

Shuffle, deal, and play for a cause! Join us for our 3rd Annual Euchre Tournament&mdash;an evening of friendly competition, community connection, and fun, all while raising funds to support our programs and services. This inclusive community event brings people of all abilities and walks of life together, creating an opportunity to meet new people, enjoy a friendly game of euchre, and be part of a community that values inclusion and belonging. This year, proceeds will directly support our Ramp Reuse Program, helping people with disabilities stay safe, independent, and able to live more comfortably in their own homes. Everyone registers as an individual player. Players will be randomly paired with a partner at the beginning of the tournament, and partners will change throughout all eight rounds. This format gives everyone the chance to play with and meet a variety of people while helping create an even playing field for players of all skill levels. And there&rsquo;s more than euchre! Bring a dish to pass for our potluck-style meal and enjoy an evening of good food and great company. Don&rsquo;t miss our 50/50 raffle and other exciting raffle items, and be sure to bring your quarters for our quarter game!&nbsp;If you get set, pay a quarter&mdash;the winner of the hand takes the pot! Whether you&#39;re a euchre pro or someone who simply enjoys a friendly game, come ready to shuffle, deal, play, and connect! When you play, you&rsquo;re helping make home a safer and more accessible place for people with disabilities&mdash;while enjoying a fun evening with your community.

3rd Annual Euchre Tournament

About the Ability Award Gala Join Disability Network Lakeshore for the Ability Award Gala, a garden party&ndash;themed evening bringing together community members, partners and supporters to recognize leadership, lived experience and collective efforts advancing disability access, inclusion and independence. This year&rsquo;s Ability Award Gala honors the longstanding tradition of the Ability Award while offering a relaxed, welcoming garden party atmosphere. The event reflects both the history of the award and DNL&rsquo;s ongoing work to support access, choice and independence in our community. Throughout the evening, guests will hear from individuals with lived experience, recognize community leaders advancing independence for people with disabilities and take part in the live presentation of the Ability Award, continuing a meaningful tradition of community recognition. A Garden Party with Purpose The Ability Award Gala is designed as a social, engaging and accessible garden party, focused on connection and community. Guests will have opportunities to support DNL&rsquo;s work through:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A silent auction</li><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">A wine pull</li><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Additional ways to give throughout the evening</li></ul> All proceeds support DNL&rsquo;s mission to advance access, choice and independence for people with disabilities. For those interested in deeper involvement, the Ability Award Gala offers a variety of sponsorship opportunities for individuals, businesses and organizations. Sponsors play a meaningful role in supporting the event while demonstrating a commitment to disability access and inclusion. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact Emma Balaskovitz at emma@dnlakeshore.org. Dress Code We suggest cocktail attire with a garden party flair, while encouraging guests to come in whatever feels most comfortable and authentic to them. Our goal is to create an inclusive, welcoming environment where everyone can fully enjoy the evening &mdash; so please dress in a way that works best for you. Ticket Information&nbsp; Tickets are suggested at $50 per person. We believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. If cost is a barrier, please join us as our guest &mdash; your presence matters more than the price of admission. &nbsp; Your Ticket Includes:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community gathering in a garden party setting</li><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Plated dinner and music</li><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Community voices</li><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Ability Award finalist recognition and live award presentation</li><li dir="auto" fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Silent auction, wine pull, and more!</li></ul>

Ability Award Gala 2026

Welcome to the Disability Network Lakeshore Shop! Shop with purpose, spread a little joy, and help make a difference! Every purchase supports our services and mission to empower people with disabilities to live independently, thrive, and shine. Thank you for being part of our amazing community!

Welcome to the Disability Network Lakeshore Shop! Shop with purpose, spread a little joy, and help make a difference!Every purchase supports our services and mission to empower people with disabilities to live independently, thrive, and shine. Thank you for being part of our amazing community!

Disability Network Lakeshore Shop

Your gift to Disability Network Lakeshore supports practical, day‑to‑day solutions for people with disabilities in our community. You help neighbors get answers to complex questions, build independent living skills, and connect with peers who understand their experiences. Every donation strengthens local advocacy and accessibility work&mdash;from one‑to‑one support to trainings with schools, businesses, and public agencies across Ottawa and Allegan counties. Disability rights are human rights, and everyone deserves the opportunity to build a good life.

Your gift to Disability Network Lakeshore supports practical, day‑to‑day solutions for people with disabilities in our community. You help neighbors get answers to complex questions, build independent living skills, and connect with peers who understand their experiences.Every donation strengthens local advocacy and accessibility work—from one‑to‑one support to trainings with schools, businesses, and public agencies across Ottawa and Allegan counties.Disability rights are human rights, and everyone deserves the opportunity to build a good life.

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Past events

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CANCELLED: Inclusive Halloween Party

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3rd Annual Euchre Tournament

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Ability Award Gala 2026

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