Virginia Down Syndrome Association

Charlottesville Moms' Paint & Sip Night
2023-12-07 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | VA
Join Charlottesville Moms’ for a Paint and Sip Night at Pikasso Swig!
Open bar, drinks for sale. Lite snacks will be served.
If the registration fee would prevent you from attending please use code “VIPguest” to register at no cost.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/64235-charlottesville-moms-night-out-at-pikasso-swig

Hanukkah Begins
2023-12-07

21 Shades (Black Family Support Group) - Virtual
2023-12-06 20:00 - 21:00, 2023-11-01 20:00 - 21:00
21 Shades (Black Family Support Group)
Please join the Virginia Down Syndrome Associations monthly 21 Shades of Virginial Black Family Support Group.
The group, 21 shades of Virginia, is a support group created after an expressed need in support of families expecting or raising a Black/interracial child with Down Syndrome.
The purpose of this group is to create a safe space for the Black Community to network, collaborate, create and share information while building meaningful connections.
Upon registration you will be sent a link to Zoom.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Raena Gradford, rgradford@virginiadsa.org.

Feb. 1, March 1, April 5 & May 3

Register here: https://virginiadsa.salsalabs.org/21ShadesMonthlySupportGroupforBlackFamilies

Holiday Singers Practice -
2023-12-05 18:30 - 19:30
Practices on Tuesdays – Nov. 21, 28 & Dec. 5
6:30-7:30 pm
FREE
at The Virginia Down Syndrome Association, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Richmond, VA 23229.
Must be able to perform at the Holiday Party on December 10 between 9 am – 12: pm at the Hilton Hotel in Short Pump, 12042 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23233.

Ornament Decorating hosted by the Manchester Moose Lodge
2023-12-03 13:00 - 15:00
Ornament Decorating hosted by the Manchester Moose Lodge
Decorate ornaments, pizza lunch, see Santa and get a gift! For all ages!!
Sunday, Dec. 3, 1-3 pm at
Manchester Moose Lodge
North Chesterfield
Register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62890-ornament-decorating-party-at-the-manchester-moose-lodge

The Learning Program
2023-12-02 09:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-04 09:00 - 11:00
The Learning Program
Starts October 7 – 9:00 – 11:00 am
-8 monthly sessions held on Saturdays between October 2023 and June 2024.
-All sessions will have an in-person and virtual option (June is all virtual).
-Shady Grove YMCA – 11255 Nuckols Rd, Glen Allen, VA 23059
-Cost: The cost of the program is $260 (in person), $160 (virtual) (Scholarships Available).

The Learning Program is an educational program developed by the Down Syndrome Foundation of Orange County (DSFOC). It serves as a platform for sharing literacy and math instructional strategies, resources and activities to improve academic outcomes for students with Down syndrome, equipping families with the knowledge and tools to work effectively at home and at school.

Virtual option for parents living outside of Richmond
LP Level 1 (recommended ages PreK-1st grade or emerging readers)
LP Level 2 (recommended ages 2nd-3rd grade)
Parent classes are taught by a local parent of a young adult with Down syndrome using the Learning Program curriculum.

During each session, parents will receive instruction in a separate parent only class. Children will receive hands-on learning in a student class with centers that focus on literacy and math led by qualified teachers and an occupational therapist.
Questions, email sklauer@virginiadsa.org
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/61132-the-learning-program

Diagnosis+ Help Group - Virtual
2023-11-28 18:30 - 19:30
Diagnosis+ Help Group – Virtual
This peer-led discussion provides support for caregivers of individuals with multiple diagnoses. The program is co-hosted by the Autism Society of Central Virginia and the Virginia Down Syndrome Association.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/63666-diagnosis-help-group

Holiday Singers Practice -
2023-11-28 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-11-21 18:30 - 19:30
Practices on Tuesdays – Nov. 21, 28 & De c. 5
6:30-7:30 pm
FREE
at The Virginia Down Syndrome Association, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Richmond, VA 23229.
Must be able to perform at the Holiday Party on December 10 between 9 am – 12: pm at the Hilton Hotel in Short Pump, 12042 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23233.

Thanksgiving
2023-11-23

Weekend Play Group
2023-11-18 14:00 - 16:00
Weekend Play Group
Location: Virginia Down Syndrome Associations’ Activity Room, 1504 Santa Rosa Rd, Suite 124, Henrico, 23229
Siblings welcome!
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60616-weekend-play-group

Fire Station Visit
2023-11-18 10:00 - 11:30
Fire Station Visit
Saturday, Nov. 18 at 10 am
13900 Midlothian Tpke, Midlothian, VA 23113
Ages 2- 12 years old welcome.
Fire station visit will be led by Maya Baines’ dad, Gerard.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60606-fire-station-visit

Williamsburg Moms' Night Out
2023-11-17 18:30 - 20:30
Moms’ Night Out
November 17, 2023 @ 6:30PM — 8:30PM

La Tienda 1325 Jamestown Rd.
Williamsburg, VA 23185

https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/64088-williamsburg-november-moms-night-out

Friendsgiving
2023-11-17 18:00 - 20:00
Friendsgiving with Jacob’s Chance
The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to join our friends, Jacob’s Chance for a Friendsgiving celebration this year!

Potluck dinner for Fun4Life (ages 21+)!! After registration, you will receive the Potluck sign up list to bring a salad, side dish or dessert.

November 17, 2023 @ 6:00PM — 8:00PM

Westover Hills United Methodist Church – 1705 Westover Hills Blvd, Richmond, VA 23225
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/64045-friendsgiving

Painting Class - Creative Canvas at The Art Factory - Daytime
2023-11-17 12:30 - 13:30
Painting Class – Creative Canvas at The Art Factory
Monthly on Fridays: Sept. 29, Oct. 20, Nov. 17 & Dec. 15
Time: 12:30 pm. – 1:30 pm. $5 per class
FunQuest (13 to 20) & Fun4Life 21+
Exclusive adaptive painting class for individuals with disabilities
at The Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian VA 23112
Register here; https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60574-painting-class-creative-canvas

Mentor Training
2023-11-14 19:00 - 21:00
Interested in being a mentor to fellow parents raising a child with Down syndrome?
Register for one of our next training sessions to become an official VDSA Mentor!
What is a Mentor? Someone with lived experience raising or supporting a child with Down Syndrome who wants to support other parents.
Who are mentors? Parents, Grandparents and Caregivers
What are the requirements of a mentor? Attend Mentor Training (Virtual), Dedicate a few hours a month, Have an open and honest heart.
Training dates:
Sept. 19, Oct. 24 and Nov. 14 all from 7- 9 pm virtually
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60999-mentor-program

Friends Dinner Out at California Pizza Kitchen
2023-11-13 18:30 - 20:30
Friends Dinner Out at California Pizza Kitchen
Nov. 13 – 6:30 pm
Short Pump Town Center, 11800 W Broad St, Richmond, VA 23233
-Ages 18+ invited.
California Pizza Kitchen will donate 20% of all food and beverage sales to VDSA. Parents welcome to dinner at table nearby.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60617-dinner-out-at-california-pizza-kitchen

River City Inclusive Gym - 4:00-4:45 pm - Ages 13 to Adult
2023-11-11 16:00 - 16:45
River City Inclusive Gym
Monthly on Sept. 30, Oct. 21 & Nov. 11
4:00-4:45 pm – Ages 13 to Adult
$5 per session
River City Inclusive Gym classes is designed to engage each athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in obstacle course format and provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/55826-river-city-inclusive-gym

River City Inclusive Gym - 3:00-3:45 pm - Ages 2 to 12
2023-11-11 15:00 - 15:45
River City Inclusive Gym
Monthly on Sept. 30, Oct. 21 & Nov. 11
3:00-3:45 pm – Ages 2 to 12;
$5 per session
River City Inclusive Gym classes is designed to engage each athlete physically and mentally. Each class is set in obstacle course format and provides us optimum opportunity to instruct 1:1 while the whole group stays engaged.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/55826-river-city-inclusive-gym

Richmond Moms' Lunch Out -
2023-11-11 12:00 - 13:30
Moms’ Lunch Out

Mexico on Hull street – November 11, Saturday at Noon, 12031 Southshore Pointe, Midlothian

Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60619-mom-s-lunch-night-outs-sept-oct-nov

Charlottesville Moms' Night OUt
2023-11-10 19:00 - 21:00
November 10, 2023 @ 7:00PM

Kanak Indian Cuisine 385 Merchant Walk Sq
Charlottesville, VA 22903

Sign up here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/61112-charlottesville-fall-2023-moms-night-out

2023 T21 Golf Tournament
2023-11-10 09:00 - 14:00
Join us for the 2023 T21 Golf Tournament!
Join us for the 2023 T21 Golf Tournament benefitting the Virginia Down Syndrome Association. Tee off at 9:00 a.m. on Friday, November 10th at the Sycamore Creek Golf Course. All greens fees, carts and lunch are included in the cost. Questions? Contact Tournament Director, Billy Hamm: billhamm117@gmail.com or VDSA Director of Development and Events, Alison Markow: amarkow@virigniadsa.org. See you in November!
Team of Four: $500
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/59162-t21-golf-tournament-2023

Improvaneer - Virtual
2023-11-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-02 19:00 - 20:00
Improvaneer – Virtual
Oct. 12 – Nov. 9. $25 each 5 week session.
Thursday Nights from 7:00-8:00 pm.
Teens to adults are welcome to sign up! FunQuest (Ages 13 to 20) & Fun4Life (ages 21+)
Join us for this fulfilled virtual hour! The Virginia Down Syndrome Association is excited to offer another session of Improvaneer Method!
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/56171-improvaneer-method-october-and-november-2023

Outdoor Adventure Club
2023-11-06 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-10-30 17:30 - 18:30
Outdoor Adventure Club
6 weeks on Mondays – Oct. 2 to Nov. 6
5:30-6:30 pm at Huguenot, Deep Run & Bryan Park
Ages 13-20 (FunQuest) & 21+ (Fun4Life). Led by Beyond Boundaries. The cost is $25/person.
Learn: fishing, camping and more! Each club member will receive club shirt, field guide book, and name badge, and work toward pins along the way.
Register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60591-outdoor-adventure-club

Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt-FunQuest (ages 13-20) & Fun4Life (ages 21+)
2023-11-04 14:00 - 15:00
Nature Walk and Scavenger Hunt
Nov. 12 – 2:00 – 3:00 pm
Deep Run Park
-FunQuest (ages 13-20) & Fun4Life (ages 21+)
Siblings welcome to join on this family fun nature walk.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60612-nature-walk-and-scavenger-hunt

Trunk or Treat
2023-10-28 11:00 - 14:00
Trunk or Treat
VDSA will have trunk!!
Saturday, Oct. 28 from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
1507 Huguenot Road, Midlothian, Virginia
Differently abled. Make sure to stop by the Virginia Down Syndrome Association’s trunk.
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/60613-trunk-or-treat
