Shenandoah Valley New Years Potluck 2024
2024-01-20 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
January 4, 2024 @ 4:30PM — 6:30 pm

COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH- 546 Mosby Rd. 546 Mosby Rd
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65809-shenandoah-valley-new-years-potluck-2024

Science Museum of Virginia with Friendship Circle (All ages)
2024-01-21 14:00 - 15:30
VDSA is joining Friendship Circles’ January BIrthday Circle at the Science Museum of Virginia
January 21 from 2:00 to 3:30 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: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65226-science-museum-vdsa-and-friendship-circle

VCU Basketball Game
2024-01-23 19:00 - 21:00
VCU Basketball Game
January 23, 2024 @ 7:00PM
Come out and see VCU play against the Loyola Ramblers.

20 tickets have been donated to VDSA from Synergy Technical
Everyone will be able to stay after the game and meet the VCU players
Meet and Greet with player will take place on Feb. 10th. More details on time and location soon.

Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65232-vcu-baskeball-game

VCU Basketball Meet & Greet
2024-02-10 14:00 - 15:30
Basketball Meet and Greet with VCU Men’s Basketball Players
Bounce the ball, shoot hoops and have fun!
Saturday, Feb. 10 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm
Magnolia Academy
7300 Magnolia Market Ave,
Moseley, VA 23120
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66070-vcu-basketball-players-meet-greet

Step Up for Down Syndrome in Charlottesville
2024-04-21 13:00 - 16:00
April 21, 2024 @ 1:00PM — 4:00PM

Piedmont YMCA 151 McIntire Park Dr.
Charlottesville, VA 22902
Come out and Step UP for Down Syndrome!
Join us at our new location at the Piedmont YMCA for a family festival with Food, Music, Face Painting, Inflatables, Silent Auction, Community Resource Fair, and more! It will be a great afternoon of fun and celebrating all individuals with Down syndrome!
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/66725-step-up-for-down-syndrome-in-charlottesville

Playdate at Richlands Dairy and Creamery
2024-04-21 15:00 - 17:00 | Richlands Dairy and Creamery, 460 Cox Rd, Wilsons, 23894, United States
Come join our TriCities families for a fun playdate at Richlands Dairy and Creamery located in Wilsons, Virginia in Dinwiddie County.
This event is free, but feel free to bring money for food and/or ice cream. To register, please click here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/70806-playdate-at-richlands-dairy-and-creamery

Dia de Campo - Hispanic Family Picnic
2024-04-28 15:30 - 20:00
¡Únete a nosotros para nuestro picnic anual!
Estaremos en el mismo lugar que el año pasado – ¡cerca del parque infantil!
¡Ven preparado para la diversión, música, comida y tiempo de juego para los niños! ¡Trae a toda tu familia!
Regístrate aquí: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/70209-dia-de-campo-picnic
Join us for our annual picnic!
We will be in the same location as last year – close to the playground!
Come prepared for fun, music, food, and play time for the kids! Bring your entire family!
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/70209-dia-de-campo-picnic

Fredericksburg - Art & Play in the Park
2024-06-15 10:00 - 12:00
Join Fredericksburg area families for Art and Play in the Park at Alum Spring Park

June 15, 2024 @ 10:00AM — 12:00PM

Alum Spring Park 1 Greenbrier Dr
Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Hope to see you all there! Bring camp chairs.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71737-fredericksburg-art-play-in-the-park

Fishing - Richmond (all ages)
2024-06-23 10:00 - 11:30
Come out and join for Fishing! Led by Beyond Boundaries.
June 23 – 10:00 – 11:30 am
August 1: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
All ages welcome to come out for fishing!
Location to be announced 1 week before so we can go where the fish are biting.
Past locations have been: Shields Lake, Deep Run Park and Crump Park
Feel free to bring a camp chair as well.
Register here:

https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71127-fishing-led-by-beyond-boundaries

Shenandoah Valley Picnic
2024-07-13 11:00 - 14:00
Shenandoah Valley Picnic
July 13, 2024 @ 11:00AM — 2:00PM

Oakdale Park 134 Mt Crawford Ave
Bridgewater, VA 22812
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71749-shenandoah-valley-annual-summer-picnic

Richmond - Swaders Sports Park - Prince George
2024-07-21 12:00 - 14:00
Join VDSA at Swaders Sports Park in Prince George!
Address: 4725 Whitehill Blvd, Prince George, VA 23875
July 21, Time: 12:00 – 2:00 pm
​Individual with Down syndrome is free

Indoor only $30- laser tag, bowling, kids zone, arcade
Indoor and outdoor- $45- above+, go-carts, mini golf & batting cages

Register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71329-swaders-sport-park

Richmond - Fishing(all ages)
2024-08-01 16:00 - 17:30
Come out and join for Fishing! Led by Beyond Boundaries.
August 1: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
All ages welcome to come out for fishing!
Location to be announced 1 week before so we can go where the fish are biting.
Past locations have been: Shields Lake, Deep Run Park and Crump Park
Feel free to bring a camp chair as well.
Register here:

https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71127-fishing-led-by-beyond-boundaries

Charlottesville -Picnic and Polo
2024-08-11 10:30 - 13:30
August 11, 2024 @ 10:30AM — 1:30PM

King Family Vineyards 6550 Roseland Farm
Crozet, VA 22932
Polo starts at noon. Bring camp chairs.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71673-picnic-and-polo-2024

Richmond - Summer Pool Party - Colonial Heights
2024-08-17 11:00 - 14:00
Summer Pool Party
August 17, 2024 @ 11 am to 2 pm

Colonial Heights Swim & Yacht Club 1225 Duke Of Gloucester St

Colonial Heights, VA 23834

No charge for individuals with Ds
$3 per person
Grilled hotdogs and chips will be served
You are welcome to bring a dish to shareRegister here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/73355-summer-family-pool-party

Richmond - Family Dance Party
2024-09-21 18:00 - 21:00
Annual Family Dance Party!
Pizza and Potluck!
Bring a Side dish or dessert! Upon registration, you will receive a sign up genius link.
New Location this year! Christ Church Episcopal
All ages, siblings, all families invited!!
September 21, 2024 @ 6:00PM — 9:00PM=

Christ Church Episcopal, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd.Glen Allen, VA 23059

Register
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75067-richmond-family-dance-fall-2024

Family Fun at Autumn Harvest Acres - Dinwiddie
2024-10-06 10:00 - 12:00
October 6, 2024 @ 10:00AM — 12:00PM

Autumn Harvest Acres 20825 Carson Rd, Dinwiddie, VA 23841
Join VDSA families for Fall family fun at Autumn Harvest Acres from 10 am to Noon.
$15 per person. 2 and under are free. Pay at the venue. (admission does NOT include pumpkins, sold separately)
Activities include:

Hayride
Barrel Train ride
Jump Pillow
Corn maze
Farm House
Playground
Sandbox
Hay Pyramid
Black Pipe Play Tunnel
Cornhole
Tic Tac Toe and Checkers
Goat feeding area
Roller slides
Pumpkin Patch (admission does NOT include pumpkins, sold separately)

Park Meet Up - Taylor Farm Park, Sandston (RVA)
2024-10-27 14:00 - 16:00
Join families for Fun Park Meet ups
October 27 – Taylor Farm Park, Sandston, 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Nov. 17 – R. Garland Dodd Park at Point of Rocks, Chester – 2:00 – 4:00 pm
All ages welcome
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/78196-park-meet-ups-tricities-2024

Fire Station Visit - Louisa Cty
2024-11-16 11:00 - 12:30
November 16 at 11 am with Pizza Lunch afterwards
Holly Grove Volunteer Fire Dpt & Rescue Squad, 155 Factory Mill Rd. Bumpass, VA 23024
(20 minutes away from Short Pump, Just off the Oilville/Goochland exit from I-64)
FREE EVENT
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/77503-fire-station-visit-nov-2024

Park Meet Up - Dodd Park at Point of Rocks, Chester
2024-11-17 14:00 - 16:00
Join families for Fun Park Meet ups
Nov. 17 – R. Garland Dodd Park at Point of Rocks, Chester – 2:00 – 4:00 pm
All ages welcome
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/78196-park-meet-ups-tricities-2024

Richmond Holiday Party
2024-12-07 08:30 - 13:00
The Virginia Down Syndrome Association’s annual Holiday Party is coming up!
Two seatings
8:30 am – 10:15 am and 11:15AM — 1:00PM
Hilton Hotel & Spa in Short Pump 12042 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23233
Both seatings include:

Pictures with Santa, crafts & games
Quiet Sensory Room.
Assigned seating this year.
If there is another family that you would like to sit with, please email dzedd@virginiadsa.org to make a request.
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 Dana Zedd, dzedd@virginiadsa.org to discuss further.
Event is Free
Buffet Breakfast served of scrambled eggs, pork bacon, home style potatoes, french toast, and fruit. In addition, there will be a toasting station with breads (including gluten free) with butter, jellies and jams.
If your child has food allergies, you are welcome to bring food for them to eat at your table.

VDSA loves sponsoring the Holiday Party, however, it is an expensive endeavor. If you need to cancel, please do so in as much advance as possible.
First Seating:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/77874-1st-seating-richmond-holiday-celebration-2024-8-30-10-15-am
Second Seating:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/78339-2nd-seating-richmond-holiday-celebration-2024-11-15-am-to-1-00-pm

Dinwiddie Holiday Potluck Dinner
2024-12-15 15:00 - 17:00
Dinwiddie Holiday Potluck Dinner – Dec. 2024
December 15, 2024 @ 3:00PM — 5:00PM
Dinwiddie Fire & EMS – Station 2 – Ford: 13402 Cox 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 here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/78846-dinwiddie-holiday-potluck-dinner-dec-2024
If you have any questions, please feel to contact Mindi Freds, Tri-Cities Coordinator
mindi_freds@yahoo.com or 217-892-2932

Richmond - Valentine's Family Dance & Potluck
2025-02-15 17:00 - 20:00
VDSA is pleased to host a Family Valentine’s Dance & Potluck at Christ Church Episcopal on February 15th from 5pm-8pm. All ages are welcome! Please register 1 family per ticket.
Register to attend here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/81566-valentines-family-dance-party-potluck
Sign-up to bring a dish here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4DA8AC22A3F49-54458419-valentines

Richmond - VCU Basketball Meet & Greet
2025-02-16 16:00 - 17:30 | Magnolia Academy Children’s Center, 7300 Magnolia Market Ave, Moseley, 23120, United States
Come to the Magnolia Academy Children’s Center for an opportunity to shoot hoops with VCU Rams basketball players! This event is free, and siblings are welcome! Sunday, February 16th 4:00pm-5:30pm
7300 Magnolia Market Ave,
Moseley, VA 23120

Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/82439-vcu-basketball-meet-greet

VDSA also has tickets to the VCU Rams basketball game on Friday, February 28th.
Reserve your tickets here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/81283-vcu-basketball-game-february-2025

TriCities Holiday Bowl - Family Style
2025-02-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Holiday Bowl, 11400 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, 23237, United States
Join VDSA for a fun family night of bowling at Holiday Bowl. Cost is $5.25/bowler/game and $4 for shoes.
February 27th, 5pm to 8pm
Holiday Bowl
11400 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, VA 23237
Register Here: TriCities Holiday Bowl – Family Style

TriCities Keystone Truck and Tractor Museum
2025-03-01 11:00 - 13:00 | Keystone Truck and Tractor Museum, 880 W Roslyn Rd, Colonial Heights, 23834, United States
Come see the Trucks and Tractors!!
Join VDSA at Keystone Truck and Tractor Museum in Colonial Heights for a tour, craft and meal.

880 W. Roslyn Rd. Colonial Heights, VA 23834
March 1st, 11:00 – 1:00 pm
Individual with Down syndrome is Free

Tour the museum
Do a craft
Pack a lunch to share together or Buy your own meal at the Diner

Have questions? Contact mfreds@virginiadsa.org
Register Here: TriCities Keystone Truck and Tractor Museum

VDSA Goes to the Movies
2025-03-21 19:00 - 21:00 | Regal West Tower, Regal West Tower, Richmond, Virginia, 23294
Join VDSA in Observing World Down Syndrome Day at Regal West Tower Theater for a Screening of Snow White!
The movie starts at 7:00 pm, but we will be there at 6:00 pm to start the celebration!!

Register Here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84362-vdsa-goes-to-the-movies

Tri-city Rock Your Socks WDSD Celebration
2025-03-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Deborah School of Dance, 5908 Boydton Plank Rd., Petersburg, VA, 23803
Party March 22 6-8pm. Bring or wear your most funky socks (we will have some to purchase, as well). Bring your favorite craft, or toys to share. Boys bring a sweet snack, Girls bring a salty snack. I will provide lemonade, sweet tea and water.

Resister here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84028-rock-your-socks-wdsd-celebration

Tri-Cities Holiday Bowl - Family Style
2025-03-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Holiday Bowl, 11400 Jefferson Davis Highway, Chester, 23237, United States
Join VDSA for a fun family night of bowling at Holiday Bowl located at 11400 Jefferson Davis Highway on March 27th from 5pm to 8pm! $5.25/bowler/game and $4 for shoes.
We hope to see you there!
Have questions? Contact mfreds@virginiadsa.org

Tri-cities Family Day Out
2025-03-30 14:00 - 16:00 | 205 Appomattox St Hopewell, VA 23860, 205 Appomattox St, Hopewell, Virginia, 23860
Join us for a stroll along the riverwalk (1 way path with only 1 exit to stop our elopers and enjoy the walk). After walk, we can play on the playgrounds. Next, we can walk up to City Point Ice Cream and Burgers for some dinner and/or dessert (236 E. Broadway Hopewell).

Fredericksburg Easter Egg Hunt Social
2025-04-05 15:00 - 17:00 | Ron Rosner Family YMCA, 5700 Smith Station Rd, Fredericksburg, Virginia, 22407
Get an Early Start on Easter and Celebrate with VDSA – Fredericksburg!
VDSA is pleased to host a Family Easter Egg Hunt Social at Ron Rosner Family YMCA
April 5th from 3pm-5pm
All ages are welcome!
Sign-up here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/85071-fredericksburg-easter-egg-hunt-social
