Events for May 16 - April 17

Event Series Virtual – Improvaneer

Virtual – Improvaneer – Fall Session 2

Join us for this fulfilled virtual hour! Thursdays: 7:00-8:00 pm Session 2:  Oct. 10 to Nov. 7 Ages teen to adult Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/74445-virtual-improvaneer-method-class The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to start the virtual Improvaneer Method 5 week class again!! Returning and new participants welcome! Teens and adults are welcome to sign up! The Improvaneer Method: Teaches participants: Eye Contact. Creative Thinking. Adaption To Change. Quick Thinking. Focus. Listening. Voice Projection. Character Development. Attention To Detail. Structure: Each class lasts one hour and has a theme, a discussion, five games, and ‘homeprov’ that the participants are to practice with friends [...]

Step Up For Down Syndrome

Join the Virginia Down Syndrome Association as we unite for a common cause and raise funds during the 18th Annual Step UP for Down Syndrome 5K & Family Festival! Whether you have Down syndrome, know someone who does, or just want to show your support, take the first step and donate or register today! Help us spread the word and celebrate all the amazing individuals with Down syndrome! Learn more and register here: https://www.ds-stride.org/vdsastepup      

Richmond Rock Climbing

Rock Climbing, led by our partner, Beyond Boundaries October 13th at Peak Experience, Midlothian, 11421 Polo Circle Nov. 16 - Richmond, 1375 Overbrook Rd No experience needed Siblings welcome $5 per person

Event Series Volunteer Academy

Volunteer Academy – Richmond

Self-advocates, 18 and up, are invited to participate in a new program! Join Carol Coffin, MSRC, CRC, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor and lead teacher of VDSA’s Summer Employment Academy to participate in community service activities to enhance social engagement, communication, and employability. Location: Brandermill Woods Health Center 2100 Brandermill Parkway Midlothian, VA 23112 Dates:  September 17, 2024-October 22, 2024 Tuesdays 10:30am-12:30pm Volunteers may be dropped off (maximum of 5 registrants) or participate with an attendant (maximum of 2 registrants). Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76234-volunteer-academy

Richmond – Jr. Range After School Club Pocahontas St. Park

Jr. Ranger After School Club includes snack time at end at the indoor Nature Center Tuesday, Oct. 15, 22, 29 and Nov. 5 4:00 - 5:00 pm Pocahontas State Park, Chesterfield 10301 State Park Rdm Chesterfield, VA 23832 All participants will earn a Junior Ranger Badge!! Siblings of all age welcome. All ages welcome! Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/75190-richmond-jr-ranger-club-at-pocahontas-state-park-oct-nov-2024  

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