Events for October 25 - February 27, 2025

21 Shades Fall Virtual Meeting Series!

21 Shades Fall Virtual Meeting Series! 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. October 2, 2024 — November 6, 2024  - 8:00 - 9:00PM Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30 and Nov. 6 Any questions please email mail jsamuel@virginiadsa.org Register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76989-21-shades-fall-meeting-series

Event Series Adventure Club – Richmond

Adventure Club – Richmond

Adventure Club Day: THURSDAYS 4:30-5:30 PM NEW FALL DATES Dates: 10/3/24, 10/10/24, 10/17/24, 10/24/24, 10/31/24*** Halloween, maybe move it to Wednesday of that week, 11/7/24 - Indoor rock climbing. Location: Bryan Park, 4308 Hermitage Rd, Richmond Join us for hiking, fishing and outdoor fun! Led by Beyond Boundaries and co-hosted with Jacob's Chance Ages 13-20 (FunQuest) & 21+ (Fun4Life) Register here

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 [...]

Solo Support Squad Meeting October 2024

Join us for this group of single parents of individuals with Down syndrome as we connect and share the joys and challenges of parenthood! This group is peer-led and meets virtually via Zoom on the last Thursday of each month (Oct-Dec 2024 will be alternate days due to holidays). Please register for the Zoom link. https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/77383-virtual-solo-support-squad-october-2024

Richmond – Parent Night Respite Event October 2024

The VDSA Parents' Night Respite Event will take place on Friday, October 25th from 6 pm- 8 pm at Treehouse Pediatric Therapy (12201 Gayton Rd. Henrico, VA 23238). Individuals with Down syndrome (5+) and their siblings (5+) are welcome at this event.   register here: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/76026-richmond-parent-night-respite-event-october-2024

Free

Williamsburg – Sensory Friendly Trick or Treat

Trick or Treat - Williamsburg Disability Awareness Trick or Treat - Visit the VDSA Table among other organizations! Come by and join in the fun. On Sat. 10/26 from 9 to noon. Sponsored by James City County Parks and Rec. Sensory Friendly Event Trackless Train rides Treats for Everyone Costumes welcome Sensory Room Available Meet local organizations! October 26, 2024 @ 9:00AM — 12:00PM   Abram Frink, Jr Community Center 8901 Pocahontas Trl Williamsburg, VA 23185

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