Virginia Down Syndrome Association

Goodbye School, Hello Summer, Dance Party!
2025-05-31 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | 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#/

Richmond Grandparents Group - June 2025
2025-06-02 18:30 - 19:30 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
A support group where we share our experiences with our grandchildren. We enjoy a bagged dinner together and learn from each other.

Summer Travels
2025-06-03 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-06-10 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-06-17 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-06-24 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-01 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-08 09:30 - 11:30, 2025-07-15 09:30 - 11:30 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
Get ready for an unforgettable journey with VDSA to Exotic Summer Destinations! 🌏️ Explore diverse cultures, sample exotic flavors, and learn a few words in a native language. Each traveler will receive their very own passport, a treasured keepsake that grants access to a plethora of unforgettable experiences. Book your trips and get ready for the adventure of a lifetime with VDSA!
Summer Travels 2025

9:30AM – 11:30AM
Tuesdays
6/3, 6/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1, 7/8, 7/15
All held at Virginia Down Syndrome Office, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Suite 124, Richmond, VA 23239
For Ages 13 plus
Weekly Themes

Wk 1 – Travel Safety
Wk 2 – Destination – Bahamas
Wk 3 – Destination – Disney Florida
Wk 4 – Destination – Africa
Wk 5 -Destination – Australia
Wk 6 – Destination – Mexico
Wk 7 – Hawaii

Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87249-summer-travels

STEAM - Science "It's in the Reaction"
2025-06-05 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-19 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-06-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2025-07-10 14:00 - 16:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
New STEAM ‘Science’ Summer Program!
VDSA is thrilled to announce an exciting new STEAM Summer Program that’s packed with action! This 7-week program will dive into the fascinating world of Science, exploding with experiments that are sure to leave each attendee in a state of wonder and awe. From chemistry concoctions to physics phenomena, our instructor Carol Coffin will guide you through a series of hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity and ignite a passion for discovery. Register for the whole 7 weeks or pick and choose your reaction – either way, get ready for a summer of scientific exploration and fun!
Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87340-steam-science-it-s-in-the-reaction

River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 2-8
2025-06-07 15:00 - 15:45 | VA
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
2025-06-07 16:00 - 16:45 | VA
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

Richmond – Painting Class
2025-06-13 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-06-27 12:30 - 13:30, 2025-07-11 12:30 - 13:30 | VA
Every other Friday During the Summer Months
12:30 to 1:30 pm
$15 per person
Open to All Friends with Disabilities
Dates: June 13 & 27 – July 11 & 25 – August 8 & 22
Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Ln, Midlothian
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83873-richmond-painting-classes-at-the-art-factory-summer-2025

Summer Movie Pop Up
2025-06-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Regal West Tower, Regal West Tower, Richmond, Virginia, 23294
VDSA and Capernaum Go to the Movies
Get ready for an evening with VDSA and Capernaum at Regal West Tower Theater for the long-awaited live action film “How to Train Your Dragon!”

Register Here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/87999-summer-movie-pop-up

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

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 | 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

Richmond - Summer Employment Academy
2025-07-07 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-09 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-07-14 09:00 - 13:00 | VDSA, 1504 Santa Rosa Road, Suite 124, Richmond, VA, 23229
The Summer Employment Academy is a 4-week summer program in which high school students with Down syndrome have on-site career experiences along with in-class soft skills employment training. This program is open to any student with Down syndrome aged 16 and up.
The Richmond classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays in July at the VDSA Office. Students are in-class two days per week and on a job site two days per week. The student rotates through 4 different job sites for an individualized and well-rounded career exploration experience. While at the job site, they practice the soft skills they are learning in class while working with a job coach. Class size is maximum eight students with Down syndrome.
For more information, contact Ame Branam, Education Director, at abranam@virginiadsa.org.
