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SUMMARY:Virtual - Improvaneer
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! \n7:00 to 8:00 pm \n\nReturning and new participants welcome!\nTeens and adults are welcome to sign up!\n\nThe Improvaneer Method: \nTeaches participants: \nEye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. \nStructure: \n\nEach class lasts one hour and has a theme\, a discussion\, five games\, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family.\nIn each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various jobs\, situations\, and connections in real life.\nEach week parents will receive an outline of what is coming up in the class.\nAfter the class\, emails will be sent to with ‘homeprov’ reminders.\n\nNote from Rob Snow – CEO and Creator \nThe Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect\, admiration\, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times\, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun\, humor\, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill. \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/ \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/90605-virtual-improvaneer-fall-2025
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-5/2025-10-02/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Virtual,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T100000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050757
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250909T151131Z
UID:10002556-1759564800-1759572000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:VDSA - Charlottesville Family Meet-up
DESCRIPTION:Charlottesville Family Meet-Up\n\nJoin us for Sensory & Special Needs Time at Get Air Trampoline Park this October! \nLet’s meet during Get Air’s dedicated Sensory and Special Needs Time\, held on the first Saturday of each month. This special session offers a more comfortable environment and a reduced rate of just $15 for a child/adult and their companion to jump and play for 2 full hours. \nThe staff at Get Air are also open to exploring additional times in the future if there’s enough interest from our families—so your participation matters! \nWe hope to see you there for some fun and active play in a sensory-friendly setting! \n👉 LINK: Family Meet-Up
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/vdsa-charlottesville-family-meet-up/
LOCATION:Get Air Trampoline Park\, 1005 Gardens Blvd\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22901
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Charlottesville,Event,Family,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Grandparents,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251004T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050757
CREATED:20250921T140338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250921T140338Z
UID:10002559-1759575600-1759582800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Richmond Laser Tag
DESCRIPTION:Richmond Laser Tag \nOctober 4\, 2025 @ 11:00AM — 12:45PM \n\n\n\n  \n\nMission Laser 889 Research Rd\, Richmond\, VA 23236 \n$12 per person \nIncludes Laser Tag & Pizza Lunch \nRegister here:  https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75062-richmond-laser-tag \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/richmond-laser-tag-2/
LOCATION:Mission Laser\, 889 Research Rd\, Richmond\, VA\, 23236
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251009T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050757
CREATED:20250813T235311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T235311Z
UID:10002453-1760036400-1760040000@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Improvaneer
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! \n7:00 to 8:00 pm \n\nReturning and new participants welcome!\nTeens and adults are welcome to sign up!\n\nThe Improvaneer Method: \nTeaches participants: \nEye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. \nStructure: \n\nEach class lasts one hour and has a theme\, a discussion\, five games\, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family.\nIn each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various jobs\, situations\, and connections in real life.\nEach week parents will receive an outline of what is coming up in the class.\nAfter the class\, emails will be sent to with ‘homeprov’ reminders.\n\nNote from Rob Snow – CEO and Creator \nThe Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect\, admiration\, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times\, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun\, humor\, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill. \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/ \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/90605-virtual-improvaneer-fall-2025
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-5/2025-10-09/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Virtual,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050757
CREATED:20250813T235311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T235311Z
UID:10002454-1760641200-1760644800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Improvaneer
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! \n7:00 to 8:00 pm \n\nReturning and new participants welcome!\nTeens and adults are welcome to sign up!\n\nThe Improvaneer Method: \nTeaches participants: \nEye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. \nStructure: \n\nEach class lasts one hour and has a theme\, a discussion\, five games\, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family.\nIn each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various jobs\, situations\, and connections in real life.\nEach week parents will receive an outline of what is coming up in the class.\nAfter the class\, emails will be sent to with ‘homeprov’ reminders.\n\nNote from Rob Snow – CEO and Creator \nThe Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect\, admiration\, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times\, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun\, humor\, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill. \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/ \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/90605-virtual-improvaneer-fall-2025
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-5/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Virtual,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T133000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050757
CREATED:20250801T191006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T132629Z
UID:10002374-1760704200-1760707800@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Richmond – Painting Class
DESCRIPTION:Painting Class at the Art Factory is the Second Friday of Each Month \n12:30 to 1:30 pm \n$15 per person \nOpen to All Friends with Disabilities \nDates: September 12th – October 17th – November 14th – December 12th \nArt Factory\, 4810 Market Square Ln\, Midlothian \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/83876-richmond-painting-classes-at-the-art-factory-fall-2025 \n  \n 
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/richmond-painting-class-9/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:Charlottesville,Event,Richmond,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050757
CREATED:20250829T091536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T091536Z
UID:10002539-1760720400-1760727600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Children's Museum Free Sensory Friendly Night
DESCRIPTION:Children’s Museum Free Sensory-Friendly Night\nAll ages are welcome at the Children’s Museum’s Free Sensory Friendly Night. \n\nA cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. \nSibling welcome! \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/childrens-museum-free-sensory-friendly-night-3/2025-10-17/
LOCATION:Children’s Museum Chesterfield\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Charlottesville,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Grandparents,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Social,TriCities,Williamsburg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050758
CREATED:20250917T175816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T184855Z
UID:10002558-1760790600-1760799600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Charlottesville Family Fall Social Meetup
DESCRIPTION:Hey VDSA families from Charlottesville and nearby areas!  \nWe’re excited to invite you to a casual family meetup at the beautiful Eastwood Winery!                                                                                    Join us for a relaxing afternoon with fellow families.  You’ll have the opportunity to mingle with other parents\, make new friends\, and watch your kids play together in a safe and welcoming environment. \nSaturday\, October 18 at 12:30 – 3:00 PM \nREGISTER HERE: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/92045-charlottesville-family-fall-social-meetup
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/charlottesville-family-fall-social-meetup/
LOCATION:Eastwood Winery\, 2531 Scottsville Rd\, Charlottesville\, VA\, 22902
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Charlottesville,Event,Family,Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T164500
DTSTAMP:20260415T050758
CREATED:20250813T143436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T144833Z
UID:10002377-1760803200-1760805900@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:River City Inclusive Gym - Henrico/Richmond - Ages 9 to adult
DESCRIPTION:River City Inclusive Gym – Fall 2025 Ages 8 to adult\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRiver City Inclusive Gym: 11248 Patterson Ave Henrico\, VA 23238 \n\n\n\n\nMonthly on Saturdays \nOctober 18th & November 22nd \n4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 9 and up \n$10 per session \nSpace is limited and Siblings welcome \nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/80659-river-city-inclusive-gym-winter-spring-2025-ages-9-to-adult
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/river-city-inclusive-gym-henrico-richmond-ages-9-to-adult/2025-10-18/
LOCATION:VA
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Moms,Richmond,Social
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050758
CREATED:20250813T235311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T235311Z
UID:10002455-1761246000-1761249600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Improvaneer
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! \n7:00 to 8:00 pm \n\nReturning and new participants welcome!\nTeens and adults are welcome to sign up!\n\nThe Improvaneer Method: \nTeaches participants: \nEye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. \nStructure: \n\nEach class lasts one hour and has a theme\, a discussion\, five games\, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family.\nIn each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various jobs\, situations\, and connections in real life.\nEach week parents will receive an outline of what is coming up in the class.\nAfter the class\, emails will be sent to with ‘homeprov’ reminders.\n\nNote from Rob Snow – CEO and Creator \nThe Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect\, admiration\, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times\, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun\, humor\, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill. \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/ \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/90605-virtual-improvaneer-fall-2025
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-5/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Virtual,Williamsburg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050758
CREATED:20250903T191549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T191800Z
UID:10002548-1761328800-1761339600@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:VDSA Family Halloween Bash
DESCRIPTION:VDSA Family Halloween Bash\n\nLet’s BOO-gie and share a feast! \nYou’re invited to a Halloween Potluck Dance Party on Friday\, October 24th\, at 6:00 PM \nChrist Church Episcopal – 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen 23060 \nCome dressed in your most inventive disguises (optional) and bring a spooky dish to share for our feast. We’ll be dancing the night away to some hauntingly good tunes.” \nPlease register by October 22nd if you dare to join us!. \n\nRegister Here: Halloween Bash \nSign-up to bring a dish here: Spooky Dish
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/goodbye-school-hello-summer-dance-party-2/
LOCATION:Christ Church Episcopal\, 5000 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, Virginia\, 23059
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Caregiver Support,Charlottesville,Event,Family,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,Fundraiser,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Grandparents,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Williamsburg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050758
CREATED:20251002T170843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T170843Z
UID:10002561-1761483600-1761487200@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Williamsburg - Halloween Dance Class
DESCRIPTION:Williamsburg – Halloween Dance Class\n\nHave some fun learning monster moves and dancing to Halloween-themed tunes like Monster Mash\, Thriller and more! This class is being led by VDSA volunteer and Jazzercize instructor\, Jessie. This event is free for VDSA members and family. \nAll ages welcome & siblings are welcome to join in the fun. Costumes are optional. No weapons or masks for this event please. Parents\, please remain onsite and join in the fun! \n\nResister Here:  https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/92084-halloween-dance-class
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/williamsburg-halloween-dance-class/
LOCATION:Jazzercize Williamsburg\, 455 Merrimac Trl\, Williamsburg\, VA\, 23185
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Family,Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Social,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T050758
CREATED:20250813T235311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T235311Z
UID:10002456-1761850800-1761854400@virginiadsa.org
SUMMARY:Virtual - Improvaneer
DESCRIPTION:The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! \n7:00 to 8:00 pm \n\nReturning and new participants welcome!\nTeens and adults are welcome to sign up!\n\nThe Improvaneer Method: \nTeaches participants: \nEye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. \nStructure: \n\nEach class lasts one hour and has a theme\, a discussion\, five games\, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends and family.\nIn each class we will gradually build in real world scenarios by mostly playing games that imitate various jobs\, situations\, and connections in real life.\nEach week parents will receive an outline of what is coming up in the class.\nAfter the class\, emails will be sent to with ‘homeprov’ reminders.\n\nNote from Rob Snow – CEO and Creator \nThe Improvaneer Method Way focuses on supporting our mission while maintaining immense respect\, admiration\, and support for the individuals utilizing the program. At all times\, we will create a positive learning atmosphere that incorporates fun\, humor\, and discipline into the achievement and ultimate practice of this skill. \nLearn more: \nhttps://www.theimprovaneermethod.com/ \nRegister here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/90605-virtual-improvaneer-fall-2025
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-5/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Virtual,Williamsburg
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