Virginia Down Syndrome Association

Ornament Decorating Party, Manchester Moose Lodge, Richmond
2025-12-07 00:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Manchester Moose Lodge, 11110 Trade Rd N, Chesterfield, VA, 23236
Ornament Decorating Party hosted and sponsored by the Manchester Moose Lodge
11110 Trade Rd, North Chesterfield, Sunday, December 7th from 12:00 – 2:00 pm
Casual pizza lunch, decorate ornaments, see Santa, and everyone gets a gift too!
The whole family is welcome, including siblings and grandparents!
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/78463-holiday-party-manchester-moose-lodge-dec-2024

Tri-cities Holiday Party
2025-12-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Central Baptist Church, 6405 Courthouse Rd, Church Rd, VA, 23833
Tri-cities Holiday Party
December 7, 2025 @ 2:00PM — 4:00PM
Central Baptist Church: 6405 Courthouse Rd Church Rd, VA 23833

Ham as main dish will be provided!
Bring a salad, side, dessert or drinks to share!
Join for fun! Make crafts! Plus there may be a visit from Santa or one of his elves!
Individuals with Ds get gifts and siblings under the age of 10!

SIGN UP TO BRING: salad, side dish for adult and/kids, gluten free items, dessert and drinks.
Register for Party Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/94022-tri-cities-holiday-party
If you have any questions, please feel to contact Mindi Freds, Tri-Cities Coordinator
mindi_freds@yahoo.com or 217-892-2932

Hampton Roads Holiday Party
2025-12-12 18:00 - 21:00 | Redeemer Church, 508 Centerville Turnpike N, Chesapeake, VA, 23320
Celebrate the Holidays with your newly formed VDSA Hampton Roads Family!
Come one come all to a fun festive holiday party with dinner, a cookie exchange, dancing, and dreidel games! There will also be a visit from a jolly old elf from the North Pole. A place to take pictures with Santa will be available.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/94086-hampton-roads-holiday-party

Richmond Annual Holiday Party
2025-12-13 08:30 - 13:00 | Bon Air Baptist Church, 2531 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA, 23235
The Virginia Down Syndrome Association’s Annual Breakfast Holiday Party is coming up!
EMAIL kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org to be put on waiting list. Always have cancellations.
Two seatings
8:30 am – 10:30 am and 11:00AM — 1:00PM
Bon Air Baptist Church 2531 Buford Rd, Richmond, VA 23235
Both seatings include:

Pictures with Santa, crafts & games
Quiet Sensory Room
All individuals with Down Syndrome and siblings under the age of 10 will receive gifts!
Two (2) adults who live in your household or care for your loved one (outside the household) are invited
Seating is limited due to capacity.
If you need an accommodation for an attendee OR to add more than two (2) adult family members who live in your household, please send an email to Kimberly Woodbury, kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org to discuss further.
Event is Free
Buffet Breakfast served of hashbrown casserole, monkey bread, scrambled eggs, pork bacon, sausage links, roasted breakfast potatoes, toasted English, muffins, bagels with cream cheese, mini muffins and fruit and nut charcuterie board.
If your child has food allergies, you are welcome to bring food for them to eat at your table.

VDSA is thrilled to sponsor this year’s Holiday Party! If you need to cancel, please do so ASAP so we can offer your spot to someone on the waitlist. Let’s make it a night to remember!

RSVP First Seating: First Seating 8:30 – 10:30 AM
RSVP Second Seating: Sesond Seating 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Fredericksburg Cookies with Santa
2025-12-14 14:00 - 16:00
Pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, live music, crafts & more
All individuals with Down Syndrome and siblings under the age of 10 will receive gifts!
Seating is limited due to capacity.
Event is Free

RSVP here by Dec. 9th!

Williamsburg/Peninsula Holiday Party
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | 201 Charter House Lane Williamsburg, 201 Charter House Lane, Williamsburg, 23188, United States
Join the Virginia Down Syndrome Association Williamsburg/Peninsula for a fun afternoon of good food, play time, holiday crafts, cookie decorating and hopefully a visit from THE BIG GUY himself. Gifts provided for all individuals with Down Syndrome, as well as siblings aged 10 & under. Wear festive attire!! There is a playground next to the clubhouse so hopefully the weather will cooperate.

Main entree will be provided by VDSA please bring a side dish or a dessert to share. Contact Williamsburg Community Coordinator for any questions at scleary@virginiadsa.org

REGISTER HERE

Richmond Respite Event
2025-12-20 14:00 - 17:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Respite Event in Richmond
“Get your last-minute holiday shopping done while your kids enjoy a fantastic afternoon with our trained staff and volunteers. We are hosting a fun-filled event for self-advocates and their siblings. It’s a win-win for everyone!”

When: December 20, 2025
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Where: VDSA Office, 1504 Santa Rosa Road Suite 124

REGISTER HEREf

Tri-Cities New Years Playdate Party
2026-01-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Ragsdale Community Center, 20916 Old School Rd., McKenney, VA, 23872
Tri-Cities New Years Playdate Party
Lets bring in the New Year together!! Let’s play and celebrate!!

Join us at Ragsdale Community Center for a fun time of games and play.
Friday, January 2nd from 5-7 pm
Ragsdale Community Center: 20916 Old School Rd. McKenney, VA 23872
Bring a snack to share
Register Here: New Years Playdate Party

VDSA - Charlottesville Family Meet-up
2026-01-03 08:00 - 10:00 | Get Air Trampoline Park, 1005 Gardens Blvd, Charlottesville, VA, 22901
Charlottesville Family Meet-Up

Join us for Sensory & Special Needs Time at Get Air Trampoline Park
Let’s meet during Get Air’s dedicated Sensory and Special Needs Time, held on the first Saturday of each month. This special session offers a more comfortable environment and a reduced rate of just $12-$17+tax (depending on height) for a child/adult and their companion to jump and play for 2 full hours.
The staff at Get Air are also open to exploring additional times in the future if there’s enough interest from our families—so your participation matters!
We hope to see you there for some fun and active play in a sensory-friendly setting!
👉 LINK: Family Meet-Up

Virtual - Improvaneer
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-01-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-02-26 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-05 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-03-12 19:00 - 20:00 and 2 more dates | Zoom
The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!!
7:00 to 8:00 pm

Returning and new participants welcome!
Teens and adults are welcome to sign up!

The Improvaneer Method:
Teaches participants:
Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail.
Structure:

Each class lasts one hour and has a theme, a discussion, five games, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family.
In each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various jobs, situations, and connections in real life.
Each week parents will receive an outline of what is coming up in the class.
After the class, emails will be sent to with ‘homeprov’ reminders.

Note from Rob Snow – CEO and Creator
The Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect, admiration, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun, humor, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill.
Learn more:
https://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/95223-virtual-improvaneer-winter-2026

202 Disability Expo, Richmond
2026-01-18 10:00 - 14:00 | Dewey Gottwald Center, 2301 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA, 23220
VDSA will be attending the 3rd Annual Disability Expo at the Dewey Gottwald Center.
Friendship Circle of Virginia is proud to present the 3rd Annual Disability Expo, generously sponsored by QTS Data Centers and the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond! The expo will feature non-profit organizations and businesses that provide services and resources for individuals across the lifespan from infants through senior citizens and their families.
Click for more Information and to Register!

Science Museum of Virginia with Friendship Circle (All ages)
2026-01-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 W Broad St, Richmond, VA, 23220
VDSA is joining Friendship Circles’ January Birthday Circle at the Science Museum of Virginia
January 25 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm
Explore the science museum for this out of this world birthday event! Every child with Ds who has a January birthday will get a special birthday box from Friendship Circle.
Light refreshments provided
No charge
For all ages!! Siblings welcome!
Register here: January Birthday Circle at the Science Museum of Virginia

Tri-cities Bowling Night
2026-01-31 15:00 - 17:00 | Holiday Bowl, 11400 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, 23237, United States
Tri-cities Bowling Night

Come bowl with us. Choose 1 game or more. $5.50/ per game per person and $4.50 for shoes.
Payment to the bowling alley when you are finished.

January 31st, 2026 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PM
Holiday Bowl: 11400 Jefferson Hwy, Chester VA
$5.50 per game per person
If you have any questions, please feel to contact Mindi Freds, Tri-Cities Community Coordinator
mindi_freds@yahoo.com or 217-892-2932

Register Here: TriCities Holiday Bowl – Family Style

Shenandoah Valley New Years Potluck 2026
2026-01-31 16:30 | COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 546 Mosby Rd, Harrisonburg, VA, 22801
VDSA Central Shenandoah Valley 10th Annual New Year Potluck
Happy New Year!!

Join us for our 10th annual new year celebration potluck
Saturday, Jan. 31 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.
Bring a favorite dish or two to share – appetizer, side, entree, and/or dessert.
Water, juice, and soda are provided
All individuals with Down syndrome and children 11 and under will receive a gift!

Register here: 10th Annual New Year Potluck

Valentine's Respite Night - F'burg
2026-02-13 17:30 - 20:00
Enjoy a quiet night out while your kids enjoy a fantastic evening with our trained staff and volunteers. We are hosting a fun-filled event for self-advocates and their siblings. It’s a win-win for everyone!
Register Here!

Hampton Roads/Peninsula Valentine's Day Dance Party
2026-02-14 13:00 - 15:00 | First United Church of Christ Hampton, 1017 Todds Ln, Hampton, 23666, United States
Celebrate Valentine’s Day with our VDSA families from Hampton Roads and Williamsburg!!
There will be dancing, socializing, picture taking and crafts. Drinks and some snacks will be provided, but please bring a snack or treat to share if you can. Come in play clothes, casual wear or your very best Valentine’s Days fancy dress. Just don’t miss the fun!

LEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE

Sign up to bring snacks or to volunteer here:

VDSA Hampton Roads: Hampton Roads Valentine’s Day Dance Party

Richmond - Indoor Rock Climbing
2026-02-28 10:30 - 12:00 | Peak Experiences Midlothian, 11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, VA, 23113
Join us for a fun session of indoor rock climbing led by Beyond Boundaries. No experience is necessary, siblings welcome!
Cost: $15 per individual.
All ages! Maximum number of climbers: 12!
February 28th @ 10:30 am – Noon
Peak Experiences Midlothian: 11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, VA 23113
Register here: Rock Climbing with-Beyond Boundaries

Tri-cities Crewe Railroad Museum
2026-02-28 13:00 - 15:00
We will meet there and explore the indoor and outdoor area from 1-3 on February 28, 2026. If time warrants, there is a park next door for some play or a walk afterwards.
Register here: https:/tri-cities crewe railroad museum
