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  • World Down Syndrome Day Celebration

    New Canaan YMCA 564 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT, United States

    Join us for a day of fun and celebration.  For more information, check out the event flyer.

  • 2025 Spring Fling

    Fortress City Church 265 W. Main St, New Britain, CT

    Join DS ACT for an afternoon of family fun! at the Fortress City Church 265 W Main Street New Britain, CT  Complete Registration form to attend this event.

  • Annual Summer Picnic at Camp Harkness

    Camp Harkness 301 Great Neck Rd (Rte 213), Waterford, CT, CT, United States

    Join DS ACT at the beautiful beach at Camp Harness for a day of fun with friends and family.  We'll provide a catered lunch, live music, and maybe a few games and crafts.  All you need to bring is your swimsuit, sand toys, and sunscreen! This no-cost members-only event is a benefit of your DS ACT membership.  Your membership must ...

  • Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk & Block Party

    New Britain Stadium 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain, Connecticut

    We cannot wait for this year's Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk! It’s not just a walk, it’s a party celebrating loved ones with Down syndrome.

  • 2025 21 Strong Holiday Party

    Scandinavian Club 1351 South Pine Creek Rd, Fairfield, CT, United States

    2025 Holiday Party and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! This event is limited to active DS ACT members. RSVP is on a first-come, first-served basis, with space for 160 guests.  CLICK HERE TO RSVP If you need to join or renew your membership, please visit https://mydsact.org/join-or-renew-your-membership/  For any questions or to request a membership fee waiver due to financial ...

  • World Down Syndrome Day Gala

    La Bella Vista 380 Farmwood Road, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Please join us as we celebrate World Down Syndrome Day and mark the 40th anniversary of the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut (DS ACT). The Connecticut Down Syndrome Congress (CDSC) was founded in 1986 by a compassionate physician and dedicated parents who sought to create advocacy and social support for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. In 2018, CDSC was rebranded as the Down Syndrome ...

  • July Ponte Club Dinner 2026

    La Bella Vista 380 Farmwood Road, Waterbury, CT, United States

    Please join us for this wonderful fundraiser to benefit the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut. This is a family style, prix-fixed sit-down dinner service at La Bella Vista in Waterbury hosted by the Pontelandolfo Club.  It is a four course dinner with red and white wine provided on the tables.  A cash bar is available for other beverages.  Cost is ...

  • Annual Summer Picnic at Camp Harkness

    Camp Harkness 301 Great Neck Rd (Rte 213), Waterford, CT, CT, United States

    Save the Date! Join DS ACT at the beautiful beach at Camp Harness for a day of fun with friends and family.  We'll provide a catered lunch, live music, and maybe a few games and crafts.  All you need to bring is your swimsuit, sand toys, and sunscreen! This no-cost members-only event is a benefit of your DS ACT membership.  ...

  • Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk & Block Party

    New Britain Stadium 230 John Karbonic Way, New Britain, Connecticut

    This year’s Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk is extra special as we celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut! For four decades, we've been building intentionally inclusive communities and providing resources, support, and advocacy for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. Now it's time to come together and celebrate all we've accomplished—and all that's ...

  • Shaping the Future of Disability Rights: 2026 NonPartisan Candidates Forum

    Bristol Event Center 112 Century Dr, Bristol, CT

    Learn What You Need to Know Before Elections in November! This is a nonpartisan educational forum with candidates/surrogates for Governor, Lieutenant Governor, Attorney General, Secretary of the State, and United States House of Representatives for all five Connecticut districts answering questions on disability topics. All candidates appearing on the general election ballot for these offices, including independent and petitioning candidates, ...

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