"This center is dedicated to the Glory of God and the uplifting of mankind in spirit, mind and body through loving concern one for another"

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Kids & Kin Meeting 

August, 26th 1:00 p.m. in the DWCC Board Room  For more information please contact Wanda Weaver at 479-1190

This Free program, offered by the Family Guidance Center of Alabama, is open to anyone who provides care for children, including parents, grandparents, guardians and child care professionals.  Sessions are held throughout the year.

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Social Services Fair at DWCC                                

Friday, August 27th  from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  Located in the DWCC Gym and Atrium. 

 Over 30 Social Service Organizations from Mobile County will have displays and presentations about their services for the general public!  For more information please contact Trinitius Pickett at the Salvation Army 438-1625

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Senior Citizens Health Fair

Friday, September 24th 2010       9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the DWCC Auditorium

Free health screenings, health and nutrition information, door prizes and goody bags!  For senior citizens age 60 and over.

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"Women Empowering Girls"

Saturday, October 9th, 2010     9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the DWCC Auditorium and Gym

Sponsored by the Junior League of Mobile, this annual event is open to all teen girls ages 14-18.   There will be speakers, classes on healthy body image, self-esteem, nutrition, and exercise, employment opportunities for teens, and other topics.  There will be a luncheon with a special guest speaker, door prizes and goody bags.  Last year over 65 young women attended, and our goal this year is to double the attendance.

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"Life After High School"

Wednesday, November 3rd, 2010   9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  in the DWCC Auditorium, Gym & Atrium

This event is for juniors and seniors who attend Murphy, Vigor, Williamson, LeFlore and Blount High Schools.  Students will be transported from their school to Dumas Wesley, where they will have the opportunity to meet with representatives from colleges, trade schools, job training programs and the military.  Free workshops on how to apply to college and for financial aid, employment skills and other topics.  Parents, grandparents, and guardians are encouraged to attend.

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5th Annual Cardboard City

For more information on Cardboard City please visit our Cardboard City page by clicking on our home page and going to the Cardboard City tab!

Don't forget and Mark your Calendar for October 29th!  If you are interested in volunteering for our planning committee please contact Diane McCaskey at 473-5526

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Annual Christmas Toy Store

Saturday, December 4th, 2010  9:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon in the DWCC Auditorium

Families residing in the 36607 zip code who provide evidence of need will have the opportunity to shop for new toys for their children, at 20% of the retail cost.  Funds generated from the sale will be used to fund other neighborhood programs.  Toy Store is limited to 75 pre-screened families.  You can find out more information by clicking on the "Toy Store" page on the Home page.

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Annual "Walk for Families"

Saturday, March 19th, 2011   Time:  8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.   Location:  DWCC

We invite you to join us at the 22nd Annual Walk for Families, the major fundraiser for Dumas Wesley.  Proceeds support the programs of Dumas Wesley.  The walk includes a 2-mile and a 5 mile walk, silent auction, health fair, activities for children, and a hotdog lunch.  Fun for all ages and groups.  Please visit the "Walk for Families" page located on the home page.

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