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SUMMARY:Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk & Block Party
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/step-up-for-down-syndrome-walk-block-party/
LOCATION:New Britain Stadium\, 230 John Karbonic Way\, New Britain\, Connecticut\, 06051
CATEGORIES:DS ACT
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ORGANIZER;CN="Down Syndrome Association of Connecticut":MAILTO:info@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241109T193000
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SUMMARY:2024 DS ACT Night on the North Pole Express
DESCRIPTION:Note:  THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY EVENT.  IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE STATUS OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP\, EMAIL SHANON MCCORMICK. \nJoin us for a night on the North Pole Express\nThe train leaves the station at 6:00 p.m. We’ll welcome the holiday season with a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole\, including Santa and Mrs. Claus\, festive sing-a-longs\, and sugar cookies. \nPlease plan to arrive by 5:30 so everyone has time to board the train.  Children are invited to wear their favorite pajamas and may want to bring their sound-canceling headphones! \nA link to request tickets will be shared HERE between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on SUNDAY\, November 3\, 2024.  Priority will be given to those families who have not attended in recent years.  If you do not receive tickets at the time of your request\, you will be put on a waitlist. \nThe form has closed \n  \n 
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/2024-ds-act-night-on-the-north-pole-express/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240104T210000
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SUMMARY:2024 Disney On Ice - Hartford
DESCRIPTION:Join DS ACT for Disney on Ice at the XL Center in Hartford\nWhen: Thursday\, January 4th at 7:00 pm \nWhere: XL Center in Hartford \n** Seats are subject to availability.  All tickets will be texted or emailed to the cell phone number or email that you provided with your order.  Tickets are only on sale until midnight on December 17. \nDoors open one hour before the show starts and parking rates start at $10.00 \nIf you require more than six tickets\, please contact Karen Sawyer at ksawyer@mydsact.org.  If you encounter a problem using a credit card on this page\, please contact Shanon McCormick smccormick@mydsact.org for assistance. \nUse form below to order your tickets:
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/2024-disney-on-ice-hartford/
LOCATION:XL Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, Hartford\, CT\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231223T170000
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SUMMARY:2023 Disney on Ice -- Bridgeport
DESCRIPTION:Join DS ACT for Disney on Ice at the Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport\nWhen: Saturday\, December 23rd at 3:00 pm \nWhere: Total Mortgage Arena in Bridgeport \n** Seats are subject to availability.  All tickets will be texted to the cell phone number on your order on Monday\, 12/18. \nDoors open one hour before the show starts and parking rates start at $10.00 \nThere are 3 different sections available. Please click on the link below that corresponds to the section you’d prefer. All orders must be summitted by Wednesday\, December 13. Contact Melody Lehrman at mlehrman@mydsact.org if you have any questions. \nSection 102 – 103 $26.50/ticket \nSection 100 – 101 $40.15/ticket \nSection 104 – 105 $47.50/ticket
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/2023-disney-on-ice-bridgeport/
LOCATION:Total Mortgage Arena\, 600 Main St\, Bridgeport\, CT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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SUMMARY:2023 DS ACT Night on the North Pole Express
DESCRIPTION:Note:  THIS IS A MEMBERS ONLY EVENT.  IF YOU ARE UNSURE OF THE STATUS OF YOUR MEMBERSHIP\, EMAIL SHANON MCCORMICK. \nJoin us for a night on the North Pole Express\nThe train leaves the station at 7:30 p.m. We’ll welcome the holiday season with a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole\, including Santa and Mrs. Claus\, festive sing-a-longs\, and sugar cookies. \nPlease plan to arrive by 6:30 so everyone has time to board the train.  Children are invited to wear their favorite pajamas and may want to bring their sound-canceling headphones! \nA link to order tickets will be shared HERE between 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. on SUNDAY\, October 15\, 2023.  Priority will be given to those families who have not attended in recent years.  If you do not receive tickets at the time of your request\, you will be put on a waitlist. \nWe are no longer receiving ticket requests for this event\n  \n 
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/2023-ds-act-night-on-the-north-pole-express/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230107T130000
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SUMMARY:Disney on Ice Hartford/XL Center
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/disney-on-ice-hartford-xl-center/
LOCATION:XL Center\, 1 Civic Center Plaza\, Hartford\, CT\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221226T120000
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SUMMARY:Disney on Ice Bridgeport/Total Mortgage Arena
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/disney-on-ice-bridgeport-total-mortgage-arena/
LOCATION:Total Mortgage Arena\, 600 Main St\, Bridgeport\, CT\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=application/pdf:https://mydsact.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/DSACT-Disney-On-Ice-Flyer-2.pdf
ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T183000
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SUMMARY:DS ACT Night on the Essex Train's North Pole Express
DESCRIPTION:Allllll Aboard!\nJoin DS ACT friends on the Essex Steam train for a magical nighttime journey to the North Pole. \nCelebrate the spirit of the season with Santa and Mrs. Claus\, festive sing-a-longs\, and sugar cookies. \nChildren are invited to wear their favorite pajamas! Make sure those PJs are warm and cozy…it’s cold up at the North Pole! \nTHIS IS A MEMBERS’ ONLY EVENT AND SPACE IS VERY LIMITED. \nOnline Registration Only\, Beginning at 7:00 pm\, Monday\, November 7\, 2022 \n**REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT HAS CLOSED** \nFor additional information\, contact Melody Lehrman at mlehrman@mydsact.org
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/ds-act-night-on-the-essex-trains-north-pole-express-2/
LOCATION:Essex Steam Train\, 1 Railroad Ave\, Essex\, CT\, 06426\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220626T170000
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SUMMARY:Mystic Aquarium Group Trip
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day exploring the mysteries of sea life at Mystic Aquarium with friends from DS ACT.  We’ve reserved discounted tickets for entrance between 9-10 am just for you!  Tickets will be sent to you prior to the event. \n 
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/mystic-aquarium-group-trip/
LOCATION:Mystic Aquarium\, 55 Coogan Blvd\, Mystic\, CT\, 06355\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220605T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T182915
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SUMMARY:Flamig Farm Group Trip
DESCRIPTION:Get a peek at the fun side of farm life at West Simsbury’s Flamig Farm. \nTour the farm on a self-guided tour.  Enjoy the petting zoo\, where you buy some grain at the window to feed the animal ($15 for a large bucket — enough for 10/12 children; $5 for a small bucket — 2-3 cups; or $2 for a cup). \nFeel free to pack a lunch and enjoy it under the pavilion. There is some shopping at the farm store too! \n  \nYou must pre-register through our website to get this discounted ticket rate;  however\, if you miss the deadline\, walk-ins are welcome.  You will need to pay the full admission at the window.
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/flamig-farm-group-trip/
LOCATION:Flamig Farm\, 7 Shingle Mill Rd\, West Simsbury\, 06072\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T182915
CREATED:20220513T000520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T201524Z
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SUMMARY:DS ACT Stamford Museum and Nature Center
DESCRIPTION:Join DS ACT Friends and Family for a visit to the Stamford Museum and Nature Center\nThere’s so much to explore!  From farm animals to nature trails to the Otter Pond\, you’ll find something for everyone. \nBe sure to visit the website to make your plans and download site maps directly to your phone.  Contact Melody Lehrman\, mlehrman@mydsact.org for more information. \n$6 per person\, individuals with Down syndrome register for free.  Children under 3 years of age attend for free.
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/ds-act-stamford-nature-center-visit/
LOCATION:Stamford Museum and Nature Center\, 39 Scofieldtown Road\, Stamford\, CT\, 06903
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200320T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200320T210000
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SUMMARY:Two Road Brewery WDSD Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://mydsact.org/event/two-road-brewery-wdsd-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Two Roads Brewing Company\, 1700 Stratford Ave\, Stratford\, CT\, 06615\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Melody Lehrman":MAILTO:mlehrman@mydsact.org
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