Virginia Down Syndrome Association

Dinwiddie Holiday Potluck Dinner
2024-12-15 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | VA
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 | VA
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

Richmond - Family-Friendly Nature Walk
2025-04-06 10:30 - 12:00 | Huguenot Park, 10901 Robious Rd, Richmond, VA, 23235
Join VDSA for a family-friendly nature walk!
Sunday, April 6 at Huguenot Park
10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Will end with snacks and drinks / All ages and siblings welcome!
No charge
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84006-richmond-nature-hikes-april-6

Led by Beyond Boundaries

Children's Museum Free Sensory Friendly Night
2025-04-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-16 17:00 - 19:00 | Children’s Museum Chesterfield, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr, Midlothian, VA, 23112
Children’s Museum Free Sensory-Friendly Night
All ages are welcome at the Children’s Museum’s Free Sensory Friendly Night.

A cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided.
Sibling welcome!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83777-children-s-museum-free-sensory-friendly-night

Richmond - Mini Golf (Bogeys)
2025-05-03 11:00 - 13:00 | Bogeys Sports Park, 1675 Ashland Rd, Richmond, VA, 23233
Tee off with us for a Mini Golf Meet-up!
Teens and Adults – FunQuest (ages 13 to 20) and Fun4Life (ages 21+)
Meet at Bogey’s for Mini Golf fun!!
$5 per person
Parents can stay and volunteer or drop off!
We want to include everyone. If the registration fee would prevent you from attending, please use code “VIPguest” to register at no cost.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/86332-richmond-mini-golf

Richmond - Family-Friendly Nature Walk
2025-05-04 15:00 - 16:30 | Deep Run Park, 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy, Henrico, VA, 23233, United States
Join VDSA for a family-friendly nature walk!
Sunday, May 4th at Deep Run Park
3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Will end with snacks and drinks / All ages and siblings welcome!
No charge
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84006-richmond-nature-hikes-april-6

Led by Beyond Boundaries

Summer Pontoon Boat Ride
2025-05-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Osbourne Landing, 9680 Osborne Tpke, Richmond, VA, 23231
Summer Pontoon Boat Ride
Join VDSA and Beyond Boundaries for Summer Pontoon Boat Rides!
Join us for a relaxing 1 hour 30 minutes cruise down the beautiful James River! We will begin our pontoon adventure from the dock at Osborne Landing and cruise downriver, enjoying wildlife.
Cost: $10.00 per Family
All ages welcome
Families are welcome but space is very limited
Parents must accompany any children under the age of 16 (Life vests are required)
Please ensure your child is comfortable with an almost 1.5 hour sitting boat ride.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87059-summer-pontoon-boat-ride

Goodbye School, Hello Summer, Dance Party!
2025-05-31 17:00 - 20:00 | Christ Church Episcopal, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd, Glen Allen, Virginia, 23059
Join VDSA as we say Goodbye to School and Hello to Summer with a Dance Party for Everyone!! It’s going to be a fun-filled evening packed with non-stop dancing, delicious potluck treats, and amazing company! The perfect way to celebrate the start of summer.
Date: Saturday, Mat 31st from 5-8 PM
Location: Christ Church Episcopal – 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd. Glen Allen, VA 23059
Please register 1 family per ticket
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87292-goodbye-school-hello-summer-dance-party
Sign-up to bring a dish here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080D4DA8AC22A3F49-49768928-summer#/

Tri-City - Family Day Out
2025-06-01 14:00 - 16:00 | Hopewell Riverwalk, 205 Appomattox St, Hopewell, VA, 23860
Family Day Out

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).

Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/86748-tri-city-family-day-out

Tri-City - Taylor Park Farm
2025-06-19 14:00 - 17:00 | Taylor Park Farm, 200 Whiteside Rd Sandston, Sandstone, VA, 23150
Family Fun at Taylor Farm Park
Join VDSA Tri-cities for outdoor fun at Taylor Farm Park. A one-of-a-kind park, features include a Nature Play Area, Water Play, Event Lawn, and Memorial Area.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88135-tri-city-taylor-park-farm

Splash Pad Rockwater Park
2025-06-21 10:00 - 12:00 | Rockwater Park, 421 Madison Rd, Culpeper, VA, 22701
Fredericksburg Area Family Get Together
Join us at the Rockwater Splash Pad for a fun-filled afternoon of family bonding! Who’s coming to get wet ‘n’ wild?
Bring towels and get ready to get wet!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88284-splash-pad-roskwater-park

Richmond Respite Event
2025-06-21 16:00 - 19:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Self-Care Time for Caregivers!
We all love our kids, and we all need some adult time too. Enjoy some time away while VDSA keep your children ages 5 to 16 safe and occupied! This event is open to families of individuals with Down syndrome and their siblings. For our Parent Night, we are accepting participants ages 5 to 12. Email Kim to join the waitlist for this event if registration is closed: kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org.

The VDSA Parents Night Respite Event will take place on Saturday, March 22nd from 4 pm- 7 pm at the VDSA’s office (1504 Santa Rosa Rd. Henrico, VA 23294).
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87830-richmond-respite-event

Adventure Camp Day 1
2025-06-23 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-14 10:00 - 13:00 | Variious Richmond Locations
Summer Adventure Camp
Two sessions: 4 Day Camp
Two Sessions: June 23rd to 26th and July 14th to 17th
10 am – 1:00 pm
Kayaking – Pontoon/Fishing – Indoor Climbing – Rafting
Ages 14+
$50
Scholarship available! Apply by contacting Kimberly Woodbury at kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87490-richmond-adventure-camp-2025

Adventure Camp Day 2
2025-06-24 10:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Variious Richmond Locations

Adventure Camp Day 3
2025-06-25 10:00 - 13:00 | Variious Richmond Locations

Adventure Camp Day 4
2025-06-26 10:00 - 13:00 | Variious Richmond Locations

Fredericksburg Art in the Park
2025-06-27 10:00 - 11:30 | Duff McDuff Green Memorial Park, 75 James Ashby Pkwy, Fredericksburg, VA, 22405
Get ready for a fun-filled morning at Art in the Park! Join us at McDuff Park on Friday, June 27th, from 10:00 am to 11:30 am, where creativity meets playtime! We’ve got art projects for kids of all ages (0-12) and siblings are welcome too! Mark your calendars for a fun morning of art, play, and adventure!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88296-fredericksburg-art-in-the-park

Tri-cities Cinema Cafe Summer Series
2025-06-30 10:15 - 12:30 | Cinema Cafe, 12010 Bermuda Crossroad Lane, Chester, va, 23831
Get ready for a fun-filled morning at the Cinema Cafe Summer Series! Join VDSA Tri-cities for a movie at Cinema Cafe located at 12010 Bermuda Crossroad Lane in Chester on June 30th from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm! Bring some cash if you’d like to grab some food or snacks from their menu – it’s always a good idea to come hungry! We’re super excited to share this experience with you and can’t wait to see you there! We’re looking forward to a fantastic morning of movies and socializing! 🎉
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88095-cinema-cafe-summer-series

Tri-Cities Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center
2025-07-12 11:00 - 14:00 | Tri-Cities Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center, 10301 State Park Rd, Chesterfield, 23832
Tri-cities Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center
Family Fun at Taylor Farm Park

Join VDSA Tri-cities for outdoor fun at Pocahontas Aquatic Recreation Center. A water park including splash pad, water slides, shallow pool and concession stand.
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/88692-tri-cities-pocahontas-aquatic-recreation-center
