Sedona Taphouse - Colonial Heights Dine out for VDSA
2023-06-12 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-06-19 11:00 - 21:00, 2023-06-26 11:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York)
Every Monday in June 2023, enjoy 50% off a great meal at Sedona Taphouse while doing your part for charity.
Colonial Heights Location Only! 435 Charles H Dimmock Pkwy, Colonial Heights, VA 23834
For every HALF PRICE 8 oz. Black Angus Flat Iron Steak, or 7 oz. Norwegian Salmon entrée sold,
Sedona Taphouse will donate $1 to the Virginia Down Syndrome Association.
Rules: You must dine in on a Monday at the Colonial Heights location, purchase a beverage, and the promotion is limited to one entrée per person.
You can’t beat that!

Summer Fun Pop Up - Ice Cream Social
2023-06-13 09:00 - 12:00
We are so excited for this new summer program!

Ages 13 to adult
Tuesdays, 9:00 am to Noon
June 13 to Aug. 8 (no meeting on July 4)
8 weeks
Sign up individually or for all 8 weeks
$10 per week or $70 for all eight.
Virginia Down Syndrome Association staff at each weekly program
Programs led by Sandra Thompson from Sandra L. Thompson & Associates.
Scholarships available.
Email Dana at dzedd@virginiadsa.org for more information.

Dates, Locations and Themes

Tuesday, June 13 – 9am-Noon

Location: Virginia Down Syndrome Association, Activity Room, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Richmond, 23229
Theme: Ice Cream Social & Game Day. Kicking off the Summer pop ups with games and ice cream! An enjoyable gathering, making, and eating ice cream, and fun cooperative games.

Sign up and see all dates and themes here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/57346-summer-fun-pop-ups

RVA Dads' Outing at Top Golf
2023-06-15 18:30 - 20:30
RVA Dads’ Outing at Top Golf
June 15, 2023 @ 6:30PM — 8:30PM

Top Golf 308 Westwood Ave
Richmond, VA 23230
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56497-rva-dads-outing-at-top-golf

Children's Museum - Free Special Night
2023-06-16 17:00 - 19:00
Children’s Museum – Free Special Night
Join VDSA and the disability community at the Children’s Museum of Richmond at both locations – downtown and Midlothian. These nights are FREE admission, reduced noise, lower lighting, sensory activities and cool down area.
All ages and siblings welcome!

Friday, June 16, 5:00-7:00 PM – Chesterfield location, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr., Midlothian, VA 23112
Friday, July 21, 5:00- 7:00 PM – Downtown location, 2626 West Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56502-children-s-museum-free-special-nights

Art in the Park - baby to 12
2023-06-17 10:00 - 12:00
Art in the Park
Times:
10:00 am – 11:00 am – baby to 5 years old
11:00 to 12:00 pm – ages 6 to 12 years old
Art on Wheels will lead the art projects. Siblings, grandparents, etc. welcome!
Park Locations:
Saturday, June 17 – Park Soar 465 – 3600 Saunders Ave, Richmond, VA 23227
Contact Dana Zedd with questions at dzedd@virginiadsa.org
Register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56297-art-in-the-park

Summer Fun Pop Up - Nature Day and Scavenger Hunt
2023-06-20 09:00 - 12:00
We are so excited for this new summer program!

Ages 13 to adult
Tuesdays, 9:00 am to Noon
June 13 to Aug. 8 (no meeting on July 4)
8 weeks
Sign up individually or for all 8 weeks
$10 per week or $70 for all eight.
Virginia Down Syndrome Association staff at each weekly program
Programs led by Sandra Thompson from Sandra L. Thompson & Associates.
Scholarships available.
Email Dana at dzedd@virginiadsa.org for more information.

Dates, Locations and Themes

Tuesday, June 20 – 9am – Noon

Location: Rockwood Park, Shelter 4, 3401 Courthouse Rd, North Chesterfield, VA 23236
Theme: Nature Day and scavenger hunt. Join us for a nature scavenger hunt and make bird feeders to hang in the park and take one home.

Sign up and see all dates and themes here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/57346-summer-fun-pop-ups

Summer Dinner & Dance Party - 18+
2023-06-23 18:30 - 20:30
Summer Dinner & Dance Party – 18+

June 23, 2023 @ 6:30PM — 8:30PM at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, 4491 Springfield Road Glen Allen, Virginia 23060

The Virginia Down Syndrome Association (VDSA) is excited to bring back (post Covid) Dinner and Dance Party for adults with Down syndrome. This is fun dress up evening.
The dinner will be potluck. VDSA will provide rotisserie chicken as the main dish. After you register, you will be sent a Sign Up Genius link to bring a salad, side dish, dessert or drinks.
Parents who would like to stay during the dance will sit in a separate area than the dance party.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56618-summer-dinner-dance-party

Summer Fun Pop Up - Red, White and Blue Day!
2023-06-27 09:00 - 12:00
We are so excited for this new summer program!

Ages 13 to adult
Tuesdays, 9:00 am to Noon
June 13 to Aug. 8 (no meeting on July 4)
8 weeks
Sign up individually or for all 8 weeks
$10 per week or $70 for all eight.
Virginia Down Syndrome Association staff at each weekly program
Programs led by Sandra Thompson from Sandra L. Thompson & Associates.
Scholarships available.
Email Dana at dzedd@virginiadsa.org for more information.

Dates, Location and Theme

Tuesday, June 27 – 9am-Noon

Location: Creative Approach Development Center, 2819 N Parham Rd Suite 150, Richmond, VA 23294
Theme: Red, White and Blue Day! Celebrate July 4ht! Crafts, Hotdogs, Chips and Fireworks (on tv)!

Sign up and see all dates and themes here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/57346-summer-fun-pop-ups

Summer Pontoon Boat Ride
2023-06-29 16:00 - 18:00
Summer Pontoon Boat Rides

June 29, 2023 and July 25@ 4:00PM — 6:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Osborne Park & Boat Landing 9530 Osborne Tpke
Richmond, VA 23231

Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56527-summer-pontoon-boat-rides

RVA Moms' Night Out
2023-07-07 18:30 - 20:30
RVA Moms’ Night Out at Can Can Brasserie, 3120 W Cary St, Richmond, Virginia 23221

July 7, 2023 @ 6:30PM — 8:30PM

Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56621-richmond-moms-night-out-july-2023

River City Inclusive Gym - 3:00 - 3:45 pm - Ages 2 to 12
2023-07-08 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym for Virginia Down Syndrome Association
3:00 – 3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 12
4:00 – 4:45 pm – 13 to Adult
$5 per class
July 8, Aug. 5
Sign up for each individually. Choose the dates that work in your schedule.
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 course.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/55826-river-city-inclusive-gym

River City Inclusive Gym - 4:00 - 4:45 pm - 13 to Adult
2023-07-08 16:00 - 16:45

3 Day Adventure Camp - ages 14 plus
2023-07-10 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-11 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-07-12 10:00 - 13:00
3 Day Adventure Camp – ages 14 plus
3 Day Adventure Camp – July 10, July 11 and July 12
3 Day Adventure Camp – July 31, August 1 & August 2
Join us for a 3 Day Adventure Camp led by Beyond Boundaries. Space is limited. Ages 14 to adult.

Pontoon Boat on ride on the James Rivers – 10 am – 12 pm
Fishing – local pond – 10 – 12 pm
River Rafting on the James Rivers – 10 am – 1 pm.

A VDSA staff member will be present with participants the entire time. Outdoor various locations – James River and fishing location too be announced.
Beyond Boundaries is a non-profit based in Richmond, Virginia specializing in guiding participants with disabilities, veterans, at risk youth, and recovery programs on outdoor adventures.
Register for Adventure Camp here

Family Summer Pool Party
2023-07-16 14:30 - 17:30
Family Summer Pool Party

July 16, 2023 @ 2:30PM — 5:30PM

Cobblestone Water Park: 1504 Santa Rosa Road, 124 Richmond, Virginia 23229
VDSA will have a reserved area and will bring snacks and drinks. We look forward to seeing everyone!
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56639-family-summer-pool-party

Children's Museum - Free Special Night
2023-07-21 17:00 - 19:00
Children’s Museum – Free Special Night
Join VDSA and the disability community at the Children’s Museum of Richmond at both locations – downtown and Midlothian. These nights are FREE admission, reduced noise, lower lighting, sensory activities and cool down area.
All ages and siblings welcome!
Friday, July 21, 5:00- 7:00 PM – Downtown location, 2626 West Broad St., Richmond, VA 23220
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56502-children-s-museum-free-special-nights

Richmond Spray Park Outing
2023-07-22 10:30 - 12:00
Richmond Spray Park Outings
July 22 and Aug. 12 @ 10:30AM — 12:00
Ages baby to 12
Twin Hickory Spray Park: 1504 Santa Rosa Road, 124 Richmond, Virginia 23229
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56640-richmond-spray-park-outings

Summer Fun Pop Up - Movie Madness Day!
2023-07-25 09:00 - 12:00
We are so excited for this new summer program!

Ages 13 to adult
Tuesdays, 9:00 am to Noon
June 13 to Aug. 8 (no meeting on July 4)
8 weeks
Sign up individually or for all 8 weeks
$10 per week or $70 for all eight.
Virginia Down Syndrome Association staff at each weekly program
Programs led by Sandra Thompson from Sandra L. Thompson & Associates.
Scholarships available.
Email Dana at dzedd@virginiadsa.org for more information.

Date, Location and Theme

Tuesday, July 25 – 9 am – Noon

Location: Virginia Down Syndrome Association, Activity Room, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Richmond, 23229
Movie Madness Day! Make your own trail mix, pop popcorn and enjoy a movie with friends!

Sign up and see all dates and themes here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/57346-summer-fun-pop-ups

Summer Pontoon Boat Ride
2023-07-25 16:00 - 18:00
Summer Pontoon Boat Rides

June 29, 2023 and July 25 @ 4:00PM — 6:00PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Osborne Park & Boat Landing 9530 Osborne Tpke

Richmond, VA 23231

Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56527-summer-pontoon-boat-rides

Let's Go Fishing
2023-07-27 10:00 - 11:30
This program is for everyone of all ages! No experience necessary. All fishing rods, etc. will be provided.
Program will be led by Beyond Boundaries
Beyond Boundaries is a non-profit based in Richmond, Virginia specializing in guiding participants with disabilities, veterans, at risk youth, and recovery programs on outdoor adventures.
Dates: July 27 and August 3 at 10 am at Shield Lake. Lakes may change depending on the weather and how the fish are biting.
Sign up here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56447-let-s-go-fishing

3 Day Adventure Camp - ages 14 plus
2023-07-31 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-01 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-08-02 10:00 - 13:00
3 Day Adventure Camp – ages 14 plus
3 Day Adventure Camp – July 31, August 1 & August 2
Join us for a 3 Day Adventure Camp led by Beyond Boundaries. Space is limited. Ages 14 to adult.

Pontoon Boat on ride on the James Rivers – 10 am – 12 pm
Fishing – local pond – 10 – 12 pm
River Rafting on the James Rivers – 10 am – 1 pm.

A VDSA staff member will be present with participants the entire time. Outdoor various locations – James River and fishing location too be announced.
Beyond Boundaries is a non-profit based in Richmond, Virginia specializing in guiding participants with disabilities, veterans, at risk youth, and recovery programs on outdoor adventures.
Register for Adventure Camp here

Summer Fun Pop Up - Day of Kindness
2023-08-01 09:00 - 12:00
We are so excited for this new summer program!

Ages 13 to adult
Tuesdays, 9:00 am to Noon
June 13 to Aug. 8 (no meeting on July 4)
8 weeks
Sign up individually or for all 8 weeks
$10 per week or $70 for all eight.
Virginia Down Syndrome Association staff at each weekly program
Programs led by Sandra Thompson from Sandra L. Thompson & Associates.
Scholarships available.
Email Dana at dzedd@virginiadsa.org for more information.

Date, Location and Theme

Tuesday, August 1 – 9 am – Noon

Location: Dorey Park, 2999 Darbytown Rd, Henrico, VA 23231
Day of Kindness. Paint or decorate rocks with kind words to place around the park.

Sign up and see all dates and themes here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/57346-summer-fun-pop-ups

Let's Go Fishing
2023-08-03 10:00 - 11:30
This program is for everyone of all ages! No experience necessary. All fishing rods, etc. will be provided.
Program will be led by Beyond Boundaries
Beyond Boundaries is a non-profit based in Richmond, Virginia specializing in guiding participants with disabilities, veterans, at risk youth, and recovery programs on outdoor adventures.
Dates: August 3 at 10 am at Crump Park in Glen Allen.
Sign up here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56447-let-s-go-fishing

River City Inclusive Gym - 3:00 - 3:45 pm - Ages 2 to 12
2023-08-05 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym for Virginia Down Syndrome Association
3:00 – 3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 12
4:00 – 4:45 pm – 13 to Adult
$5 per class
Aug. 5
Sign up for each individually. Choose the dates that work in your schedule.
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 course.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/55826-river-city-inclusive-gym

River City Inclusive Gym - 4:00 - 4:45 pm - 13 to Adult
2023-08-05 16:00 - 16:45
