DS ACT

World Down Syndrome Day Dance Party!
2020-03-18 15:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Chapel Haven Schleifer Center, 1040 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT - Connecticut, 06511
Get Down with DJ Joe for Down Syndrome Awareness!
We’re joining our friends at the Chapel Haven Schleifer Center for a party! It’ll be great fun for all ages with our own DJ Joe spinning tunes, crafts, a photo booth, snacks and good times.
Register by March 17th and we’ll save your space on the dance floor!

Two Road Brewery WDSD Fundraiser
2020-03-20 18:00 - 21:00 | Two Roads Brewing Company, 1700 Stratford Ave, Stratford, CT, 06615, United States
Our #AwesomeAmberSkye Walk team knows how to throw a party — and you’re invited! A $25 donation gets you dinner, dessert, a beer ticket and a raffle ticket, along with an evening of music and fun with friends.

World Down Syndrome Day Celebration at the Connecticut Children's Museum
2020-03-21 13:00 - 15:00 | The Connecticut Children’s Museum, 22 Wall St, New Haven, CT, 06511, United States
It’s Story Time with Just Jessica author Fred Wills!
Just Jessica is the real-life story of a girl who’s rocking her extra chromosome, written and illustrated by her dad, Fred Wills. Fred will be reading from the book and sharing his experiences as Jessica’s dad. Each family in attendance will receive a free copy of Just Jessica to take home!
Admission includes access to the full museum, and is free to those who pre-register by March 15th. Admission at the door on the 21st is $10 per person.
The doors open at noon and Story Time begins at 2 pm. Other WDSD activities, crafts, snacks, etc. will be available between 1 pm and 3 pm. The museum closes at 5 pm.
Parking is available on the street at no cost. For more information, please email Lisa Stevenson at lstevenson@mydsact.org.

Paint and Cupcake Party!
2020-03-21 14:30 - 16:15 | Wonderland Parties, 915 Sullivan Ave, South Windsor, CT, 06074, United States
Let your inner artist out and enjoy a tasty snack to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day!

21 Strong WDSD Celebration New Canaan YMCA
2020-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 | New Canaan YMCA, 564 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT, 06840, United States
Join 21 Strong, the DS ACT family support group as they celebrate World Down Syndrome Day for the tenth year in Collaboration with the New Canaan YMCA!
This well-loved event features singing with Miss Janine, a Mini Kid Zone for Mini Kids (under age 3), arts, crafts and snacks, Ballet with Guest Artist Sandy Ross, Floor Hockey and Basketball, a martial arts demonstration and more!

World Down Syndrome
2020-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 | New Canaan YMCA, 564 South Avenue, New Canaan, CT, 06840, United States

LuMind IDSC Family Weekend
2020-09-18 - 2020-09-20 | Great Wolf Lodge
“The LuMind IDSC Family Weekend provides families an opportunity to connect and meet other families in the Down syndrome community while their loved ones with Down syndrome enjoy time among new and old friends. It’s fun for the whole family and for all ages!”

We would love for you to join us at the 2020 Family Weekend, as this event is a great way to foster community through fun and friendships. The LuMind IDSC Family Weekend will be located at the Great Wolf Lodge on September 18-20, 2020! To learn more and find a Great Wolf Lodge location near you, click here.

Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk
2020-09-26 12:00 - 14:00 | CT
Rather than meeting at the Bees Stadium in New Britain as we had originally planned, we’re going to switch things up for safety and celebrate in our communities all over Connecticut. While we will miss connecting with everyone in one location, this is an amazing opportunity to share what DS ACT is all about where it matters most – in our hometowns!
There will be challenge activities leading up to the day of the walk, and on September 26th, we’ll stream guest appearances, shoutouts, photos, and fun. Stay tuned for the details!
PLEASE PLAN TO JOIN US BY REGISTERING A TEAM, JOINING A TEAM OR MAKING A DONATION AT www. ds-stride.org/stepupconnecticut. We want to be sure that DS ACT’s programming, education, and advocacy for families who live with Down syndrome continues.

DS ACT Family Day at the Stamford Museum and Nature Center
2021-06-13 11:00 - 17:00 | CT
Join the Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut for family fun at the Stamford Museum and Nature Center! There’s something for everyone, from otters to farm animals to nature trails and a playground. Individuals who have Down syndrome attend free; family members receive a discounted rate.
You MUST reserve your ticket by midnight on June 3, 2021. For additional details, please email Melody Lehrman at mlehrman@mydsact.org.

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National Down Syndrome Congress Annual Convention
2021-06-21 - 2021-06-26 | Online
It’s a Brand New Day
Learn from some of the best from the comfort of home. Join the National Down Syndrome Congress for its virtual national conference.
Experts from around the country share updated information and best practices to help you make the most of life with Down syndrome.
Registration is especially affordable this year and sessions will be recorded!

DS ACT Annual Summer Picnic
2021-07-10 10:30 - 15:00 | Camp Harkness, 301 Great Neck Rd (Rte 213), Waterford, CT, CT, United States
This event is a benefit of DS ACT membership. Join us for a day of food, friendship, entertainment, and, of course, THE BEACH!

Membership is required for registration. You may renew your membership by clicking the “join us” button on the home page and completing the form as if you were a new member. If renewing your membership would be a financial hardship at this time, please email Shanon McCormick at smccormick@mydsact.org regarding a fee waiver. You can email her as well, if you wish to inquire about the status of your membership.
