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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/95223-virtual-improvaneer-winter-2026
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-6/2026-01-15/
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:20260118T100000
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SUMMARY:202 Disability Expo\, Richmond
DESCRIPTION:VDSA will be attending the 3rd Annual Disability Expo at the Dewey Gottwald Center. \nFriendship Circle of Virginia is proud to present the 3rd Annual Disability Expo\, generously sponsored by QTS Data Centers and the Jewish Community Federation of Richmond!  The expo will feature non-profit organizations and businesses that provide services and resources for individuals across the lifespan from infants through senior citizens and their families.\nClick for more Information and to Register!
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/202-disability-expo-richmond/
LOCATION:Dewey Gottwald Center\, 2301 W Leigh St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Black History Month,Caregiver Support,Charlottesville,Community Fairs,DADS (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome),Education,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,Fundraiser,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Grandparents,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Shenandoah Valley,Social,TriCities,Virtual,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T200000
DTSTAMP:20260415T172357
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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/95223-virtual-improvaneer-winter-2026
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-6/2026-01-22/
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:20260125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T160000
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SUMMARY: Science Museum of Virginia with Friendship Circle (All ages)
DESCRIPTION:VDSA is joining Friendship Circles’ January Birthday Circle at the Science Museum of Virginia \nJanuary 25 from 2:00 to 4:00 pm \nExplore the science museum for this out of this world birthday event! Every child with Ds who has a January birthday will get a special birthday box from Friendship Circle. \nLight refreshments provided \nNo charge \nFor all ages!!  Siblings welcome! \nRegister here: January Birthday Circle at the Science Museum of Virginia
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/science-museum-of-virginia-with-friendship-circle-all-ages/
LOCATION:Science Museum of Virginia\, 2500 W Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220
CATEGORIES:21 Shades of Virginia,Adventurers (Ages 6 to 12),Charlottesville,Event,Family,Fredericksburg,Fun4Life - Ages 21+,FunQuest (Ages 13-20),Grandparents,Hands Up - (Ages baby to 5),Hispanic,Latinos,Moms,Richmond,Social,TriCities,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T170000
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CREATED:20260107T151046Z
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SUMMARY:Williamsburg Mom's Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join us for great food\, drinks\, conversation & support. We will meet at Antonio’s Italian Ristorante located in Williamsburg in the James York Plaza. 801 Merrimac Trail \n  \nPlease register HERE by January 24th.
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/williamsburg-moms-night-out-12/
LOCATION:Antonio’s Italian Ristorante\, 801 Merrimac Trail\, Williamsburg\, United States
CATEGORIES:Moms,Newport News,Williamsburg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T190000
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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/95223-virtual-improvaneer-winter-2026
URL:https://virginiadsa.org/event/virtual-improvaneer-6/2026-01-29/
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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