Infant & Toddler Development Series - Virtual
2024-04-18 18:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Infant & Toddler Development Series – Virtual
For New Parents of Children with Down syndrome
Formally ‘Learn to Grow’, the Infant and Toddler Development Series will cover gross and fine motor skills, speech, sensory, hearing, and social skills development. There will be a new expert presenter each week to provide information and answer your questions. For parents of babies to 18 months old. **Spanish translation included! Please register by Monday 3.4.24 for translation services. ** All others please register by Wednesday 3.6.24
Learn how to support babies with Down syndrome as they grow and develop by connecting with other parents and professionals! This five-week series is free to new parents and offered virtually, so you can join from anywhere. Spanish translation will be available during the live sessions!
This program is a five-week virtual series. Here is the schedule:
Beginning March 14- April 18, 2024: All sessions will be held virtually from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays with the exception of March 21st so all families can be free to celebrate World Down syndrome Day (alternate date will be Tuesday 3/19) and no session will be held on April 4th due to spring break.
Thursday, March 28- Hearing Development, presented by Judy Alonzi, Hearing Specialist
Thursday, April 11- Fine Motor/Sensory, presented by Marissa Hanks, Occupational Therapist
Thursday, April 18- Gross Motor, presented by Spencer West, Physical Therapist
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62258-infant-toddler-development-series-virtual

River City Inclusive Gym - Ages 2 to 8
2024-04-20 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym

3:00 – 3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 8
4:00 – 4:45 pm – Ages 9 to Adult (Adventurers age 6 to 12) FunQuest (ages 13 to 20) and Fun4Life 21+
$10 per class
Age groups will be separated as appropriate
Sign up for each individually. Choose the dates that work in your schedule.
Parents of children ages 2 & 3 are required to be the 1:1 with your child
Location is 3 miles from Hwy 288 & Patterson Ave.

Dates: April 20,May 18, June 15

River City Inclusive Gym class is designed to engage each athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in obstacle course format. This provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged. Upon entering the gym, the athletes begin their first course right away. As they go through the course, every obstacle or piece of equipment is adapted to meet individual needs if necessary. After 15 minutes the class takes a water break before beginning the next court.
River City Inclusive Gym, 11248 Patterson Ave, 23238
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65222-river-city-inclusive-gym

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

River City Inclusive Gym - Ages 2 to 8
2024-05-18 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym

3:00 – 3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 8
4:00 – 4:45 pm – Ages 9 to Adult (Adventurers age 6 to 12) FunQuest (ages 13 to 20) and Fun4Life 21+
$10 per class
Age groups will be separated as appropriate
Sign up for each individually. Choose the dates that work in your schedule.
Parents of children ages 2 & 3 are required to be the 1:1 with your child
Location is 3 miles from Hwy 288 & Patterson Ave.

Dates: May 18, June 15

River City Inclusive Gym class is designed to engage each athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in obstacle course format. This provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged. Upon entering the gym, the athletes begin their first course right away. As they go through the course, every obstacle or piece of equipment is adapted to meet individual needs if necessary. After 15 minutes the class takes a water break before beginning the next court.
River City Inclusive Gym, 11248 Patterson Ave, 23238
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65222-river-city-inclusive-gym

Pajama and Pizza Party at The Art Factory (Baby to 8 yrs old)
2024-06-08 17:00 - 19:00
Pajama and Pizza Party at The Art Factory
Join us on:

Summer Saturday Nights
June 8, July 13, &/or Aug. 3
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Baby to 8 years old
Siblings welcome
$5 per person includes pizza and drinks (Ind. w/Ds free)
Art Factory Play Space, Midlothian (Hwy 288 & Hull St.

Art Factory 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian, VA 23112
Register:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71055-pajama-and-pizza-party-at-the-art-factory

River City Inclusive Gym - Ages 2 to 8
2024-06-15 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym

3:00 – 3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 8
4:00 – 4:45 pm – Ages 9 to Adult (Adventurers age 6 to 12) FunQuest (ages 13 to 20) and Fun4Life 21+
$10 per class
Age groups will be separated as appropriate
Sign up for each individually. Choose the dates that work in your schedule.
Parents of children ages 2 & 3 are required to be the 1:1 with your child
Location is 3 miles from Hwy 288 & Patterson Ave.

Dates: June 15

River City Inclusive Gym class is designed to engage each athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in obstacle course format. This provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged. Upon entering the gym, the athletes begin their first course right away. As they go through the course, every obstacle or piece of equipment is adapted to meet individual needs if necessary. After 15 minutes the class takes a water break before beginning the next court.
River City Inclusive Gym, 11248 Patterson Ave, 23238
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65222-river-city-inclusive-gym

Pajama and Pizza Party at The Art Factory (Baby to 8 yrs old)
2024-07-13 17:00 - 19:00
Pajama and Pizza Party at The Art Factory
Join us on:

Summer Saturday Nights
July 13, &/or Aug. 3
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Baby to 8 years old
Siblings welcome
$5 per person includes pizza and drinks (Ind. w/Ds free)
Art Factory Play Space, Midlothian (Hwy 288 & Hull St.

Art Factory 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian, VA 23112
Register:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71055-pajama-and-pizza-party-at-the-art-factory

Charlottesville - VA Discovery Museum
2024-07-28 14:00 - 16:00
Virginia Discovery Museum – Charlottesville
July 28, 2024 @ 2:00PM — 4:00PM

524 E Main St
Charlottesville, VA 22902
All ages welcome.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71640-discovery-museum-summer-2024

Richmond - Pajama and Pizza Party at The Art Factory (Baby to 8 yrs old)
2024-08-03 17:00 - 19:00
Pajama and Pizza Party at The Art Factory
Join us on:

Summer Saturday Nights
Aug. 3
5:00 to 7:00 pm
Baby to 8 years old
Siblings welcome
$5 per person includes pizza and drinks (Ind. w/Ds free)
Art Factory Play Space, Midlothian (Hwy 288 & Hull St.

Art Factory 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian, VA 23112
Register:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71055-pajama-and-pizza-party-at-the-art-factory

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 2-8
2025-01-18 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym – Winter/Spring 2025 Ages 2 to 8

River City Inclusive Gym: 11248 Patterson Ave Henrico, VA 23238

Monthly on Saturdays
Jan. 18, March 15, April 19 and June 7
3:00-3:45 pm – Ages 2-7
$10 per session
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80658-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-2-to-8

Virtual-Infant&Toddler
2025-02-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-02-25 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-18 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-03-25 18:30 - 20:00 | Zoom

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 2-8
2025-03-15 15:00 - 15:45, 2025-06-07 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym – Winter/Spring 2025 Ages 2 to 7

River City Inclusive Gym: 11248 Patterson Ave Henrico, VA 23238

Monthly on Saturdays
Jan. 18, March 15, April 19 and June 7
3:00-3:45 pm – Ages 2-8
$10 per session
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80658-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-2-to-8

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

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

Virtual Early Childhood ages 2-6
2025-04-18 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-04-25 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-02 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-05-09 12:00 - 13:30 | Zoom
A Free Child Development Series for Caregivers of Children ages 2-6. VDSA and Ivy Rehab are proud to announce a collaborative series dedicated to providing invaluable child development education for caregivers of children with disabilities.
Held on Zoom Fridays 12:00-1:30pm April 18-May 9.
Registration link: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/85689-early-childhood-ages-2-6-skills-for-growth-and-development-webnair

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

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 2-8
2025-04-19 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym – Winter/Spring 2025 Ages 2 to 8

River City Inclusive Gym: 11248 Patterson Ave Henrico, VA 23238

Monthly on Saturdays
Jan. 18, March 15, April 19 and June 7
3:00-3:45 pm – Ages 2-8
$10 per session
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80658-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-2-to-8

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

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
