Adventure Club - Richmond
2024-11-07 16:30 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
Adventure Club
Day: THURSDAYS 4:30-5:30 PM
NEW FALL DATES
Dates: 10/3/24, 10/10/24, 10/17/24, 10/24/24, 10/31/24*** Halloween, maybe move it to Wednesday of that week, 11/7/24 – Indoor rock climbing.
Location: Bryan Park, 4308 Hermitage Rd, Richmond
Join us for hiking, fishing and outdoor fun!
Led by Beyond Boundaries and co-hosted with Jacob’s Chance
Ages 13-20 (FunQuest) & 21+ (Fun4Life)
Register here

Richmond - T21 Golf Tournament 2024
2024-11-08 09:00 - 14:00
Join us for the 2024 T21 Golf Tournament!
Join us for the 2024 T21 Golf Tournament benefitting the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. Tee off at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, November 8th at the Sycamore Creek Golf Course. All greens fees, carts and lunch are included in the cost.

Any questions or to sponsor, contact Mike Baum, mbaum@virginiadsa.org
Questions? Contact Tournament Director, Billy Hamm: billhamm117@gmail.com
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74279-richmond-t21-golf-tournament-2024

Richmond - Painting Class
2024-11-08 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-12-13 12:30 - 13:30
Richmond – Painting Class in Midlothian

Fridays
12:30 to 1:30 pm
$15 per person
Open to All Friends with Disabilities
Sept. 13, Oct. 18, Nov. 8 & Dec. 13
Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian

Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71081-richmond-painting-classes-at-the-art-factory-fall-2024

Richmond - River City Inclusive Gym
2024-11-09 15:00 - 17:00
River City Inclusive Gym
Monthly on Saturdays
Dates: Nov. 9
Times and ages: 3:00-3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 8
Times and ages:4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 9 and up
(age groups will be separated))
Cost: $10 per session
Siblings welcome. Register in age group of sibling with Ds.
Location: 11248 Patterson Ave, Henrico, VA 23238
2 miles from Hwy 288
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74443-richmond-river-city-inclusive-gym
River City Inclusive Gym class is designed to engage every athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in an 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. This pattern continues for the length of the class

Richmond Family Hike - Henrico
2024-11-10 14:00 - 15:30
Join VDSA for family friendly nature hikes!

Nov. 2 at Pocahontas State Park led by a Park Ranger

Will finish and have snack in their nature center activity room

Nov. 10 at Deep Run Park in Henrico County led by Beyond Boundaries.

Will end with snacks and drinks.

All ages and siblings welcome!

No charge
Register:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75160-richmond-nature-hikes-nov-2024

Richmond- Children's Museum
2024-11-15 17:00 - 19:00
Join VDSA at the Sensory Friendly Nights at The Children’s Museum of Richmond
Fridays, 5-7 pm
Sept 20 – Downtown
Oct. 18 – Chesterfield
Nov. 15 – Downtown
No charge
Siblings welcome
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75209-richmond-sensory-night-at-the-children-s-museum

Richmond Rock Climbing
2024-11-16 15:00 - 16:30
Rock Climbing, led by our partner, Beyond Boundaries
Nov. 16 at Peak Experiences, Midlothian, 11421 Polo Circle

No experience needed
Siblings welcome
$5 per person

Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75069-richmond-rock-climbing

Richmond - Yoga Through the Jungle
2024-11-17 10:00 - 11:00
Join VDSA for this wonderful new program!
Yoga Journey Thru the Jungle

Promoting awareness, focus, balance and socialization
Lots of animal poses and fun
We know the kids will not stay still for too long and that is no problem!
Ages 5 to 12
Siblings are welcome
Cost $5 per person

Sept. 15, Oct. 20 and Nov. 17 – 10 am to 11 am
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75059-richmond-yoga-through-the-jungle

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 - Moms' Night Out, Midlothian
2024-11-22 18:30 - 20:30
Join other Moms for a Dinner out for good food and conversation. Everyone pays for their own meal.
All start at 6:30 pm.
Friday, August 9 – Midlothian – Charred – 13451 Hull Street Rd N, Midlothian, VA 23112
Friday, Sept. 27 – Forest Hill – Maldini’s Ristorante Pizzeria, 4811 Forest Hill Ave, Richmond, VA 23225
Friday, October 18 – Richmond, Brambly Park, 708 Belleville St, Richmond, VA 23230
Friday, November 1 – Short Pump – West Coast Provisions, 301 Maltby Blvd, Henrico, VA 23233
Friday, November 22 – Midlothian – Yamato Japanese Steakhouse, 13607 Hull Street Rd, Midlothian, VA 23112
Hope you can join us!
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71054-moms-night-out-greater-richmond-2024

Ornament Decorating Party, Manchester Moose Lodge, Richmond
2024-12-01 13:00 - 15:00
Ornament Decorating Party hosted and sponsored by the Manchester Moose Lodge
11110 Trade Rd, North Chesterfield, Sunday, December 1st from 1:00 – 3:00 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

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

Painting Class Midlothian
2025-01-10 12:30 - 13:30
Painting Class
Monthly from 12:30 to 1:30 pm at The Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian, VA 23112
Dates: January 10, Feb. 14, March 14, April 11 and May 9
$15 per class
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80656-painting-class-at-art-factory-winter-spring-2024

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

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 9 to adult
2025-01-18 16:00 - 16:45
River City Inclusive Gym – Winter/Spring 2025 Ages 8 to adult

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

Monthly on Saturdays
Jan. 18, March 15, April 19 and June 7
4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 9 and up
$10 per session
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80659-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-9-to-adult

Richmond Grandparent Group - February 2025
2025-02-03 18:30 - 19:30 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Connect with other grandparents on a similar journey. This group is peer-led and will promote conversation and connection for caregivers like you. This meeting will take place in-person at our Richmond office. Feel free to bring a bagged dinner!
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/81441-richmond-grandparent-group-february-2025

Richmond - Painting Class
2025-02-14 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-03-14 12:30 - 13:30
Richmond – Painting Class in Midlothian

Fridays
12:30 to 1:30 pm
$15 per person
Open to All Friends with Disabilities
Dates: January 10, Feb. 14, March 14, April 11 and May 9
Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian

Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80656-painting-class-at-art-factory-winter-spring-2024

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

Richmond - Indoor Rock Climbing
2025-02-22 13:00 - 14:30 | Peak Experiences Midlothian, 11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, 23112, United States
Join us for a fun session of indoor rock climbing led by Beyond Boundaries. No experience is necessary! Cost: $10 per individual with Down syndrome.
All ages! Maximum number of climbers: 12!
February 22nd 1:00pm-2:30pm
Peak Experiences Midlothian
11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, VA 23113
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/82481-rock-climbing-with-beyond-boundaries

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

Richmond - I’m Determined Self-Advocacy Training
2025-03-01 09:30 - 13:00
Practice Self-Determination Skills for School, Work, and Life!
Join us for the Virginia Department of Education’s I’m Determined self-advocacy program at VDSA. Self-advocates will attend the workshop from 9:30-1 pm and caregivers are welcome for their own special session from 9:45-10:45 am.
A pizza lunch will be provided for all! Contact abranam@virginiadsa.org for more information. Individuals with Down syndrome ages 13+ are welcome. This program is in-person at the VDSA Richmond office but families from all Virginia localities are welcome.
Location: VDSA Office
1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Suite 124
Richmond, Virginia 23229
Register here.

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 2-8
2025-03-15 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

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 9 to adult
2025-03-15 16:00 - 16:45
River City Inclusive Gym – Winter/Spring 2025 Ages 8 to adult

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

Monthly on Saturdays
Jan. 18, March 15, April 19 and June 7
4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 9 and up
$10 per session
Space is limited and Siblings welcome
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80659-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-9-to-adult

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 - Parent Night Out Respite Night
2025-03-22 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 16. 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). Individuals with Down syndrome (5 -16) and their siblings (5-16) are welcome at this event. Games and activities will be provided for the attendees. Please bring a labeled bagged dinner (something that does not need to be heated) and a water bottle as well as any other supplies your children may need during their time with us.
When you register, please add tickets for all of the children that will attend. You will also receive an email requesting additional information about your children that will assist us as we care for them on 3/22. We must receive all of the information back before Thursday 3/20 to ensure your family’s participation.
VDSA staff along with volunteers (who have all passed criminal background checks) will be on sight to supervise the attendees. The max attendance for this event is 15 participants so the event will book up quickly! We plan to make these events more regular and offer sessions where we will welcome babies and children under 5 in the future. Stay tuned!
email Kim with questions kwoodbury@virginiadsa.org
Register here – https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83644-richmond-respite-event

Richmond - Dance Day
2025-03-25 17:00 - 19:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Enjoy dancing? Join the Virginia Down Syndrome Association and Miracles in Motion for a DAY of Dance. This event provides a safe and welcoming environment for individuals to dance together, learn, and have fun with peers.
Two sessions are available: 5:00 – 5:45 pm for ages 5 to 12, and 6:00 – 6:45 pm for ages 13 to adult.
Miracles in Motion is designed to provide full dance experience to people with special needs. Providing complete dance education, along with structured choreography in a dance company setting. The classes cover many styles of dance including jazz, contemporary, ballet, tap, musical theater, and creative movement. Every session is re-structured to meet the specific needs of each dancer participating.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/84198-dance-day

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
