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SUMMARY:Point Loma Nazarene University's 12th Annual Easter Egg Hunt - 2023
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Tuesday\, April 4th\, from 4:30pm – 7:00pm\, as Point Loma Nazarene University hosts the 12th Annual Easter Egg Hunt & Parent Reception for DS Action Families.  Come out and enjoy this FREE event.  You MUST register to attend\, as space is limited. \nREGISTER HERE – Space is limited \nThis event is for individuals with Down syndrome (of all ages) and their immediate families. \nPLNU students will offer families support by engaging children and individuals with Down syndrome in fun activities\, getting refreshments and the main event… the Easter Egg Hunt. This will provide parents/caregivers time to relax and talk with each other. \nIMPORTANT NOTE:  The Easter Egg Hunt Activity will be for all persons with Down syndrome and siblings (only up to 12 years of age).  Also\, there will be some coordination changes so that all involved in the activity have an opportunity to collect eggs for their baskets. \nPlease be sure to RSVP by March 30th\, as we need to know how many adults and children will be attending.  There is a limit to the number of total guests\, due to the available space at the location.  We look forward to seeing you there! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Sharla Hank at sharla.hank@dsaction.com or (619) 694-4615.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/plnueeh2023/
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SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Celebration 2022 - San Diego
DESCRIPTION:You don’t want to miss this event\, as we bring our community together to raise awareness for people with Down syndrome with a Picnic in the Park. Join the Down Syndrome Association of San Diego\, DS Action\, and Gigi’s Playhouse – San Diego on Sunday\, March 20th to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day 2022 in San Diego. \nWe are excited to enjoy some long-awaited\, “in-person” FUN! It’s a B.Y.O.P. – Bring Your Own Picnic. Please bring chairs\, blankets\, shade cover\, sunscreen and your favorite picnic food & beverage items. We will provide the FUN and ENTERTAINMENT. Enjoy music\, activities\, dancing\, see familiar faces and meet new friends. \nPlease be sure to register for this FREE event by March 19th. Thank you for your cooperation. \nCheck-in between 1 pm – 4 pm at the registration area\, before setting up your family/group’s picnic area. We have reserved a large space at Nobel Athletic Fields and Recreation Center in University City (Nobel and the 805) at the field nearest the playground and basketball court. \nLooking forward to seeing everyone’s smiling faces on Sunday\, March 20th from 1 pm – 4 pm.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/world-down-syndrome-celebration/
LOCATION:Nobel Athletic Fields and Recreation Center\, 8810 Judicial Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92122\, United States
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SUMMARY:Trick or Treat with Friends
DESCRIPTION:  \nHAPPY FALL!   \nWe would like to invite you to join us on Wednesday\, October 27th for a Trick or Treat event\, hosted by our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University\, Department of Sociology\, Social Work\, and Family Sciences. \nREGISTER NOW:  https://give.classy.org/TrickorTreat2021 \nThis event will be held in small groups between 5pm – 7pm on the PLNU campus. We want to make this a FUN and SAFE event\, especially for our friends who are at a higher risk. We ask that all attendees wear masks and follow COVID-19 Safety Protocols for outdoor gatherings. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/your-health/gatherings.html \nDetails: \n\nPlease get into the Halloween Spirt – Wear a costume\nTrick or Treat at various classroom locations\nArts & Crafts\nFun with Friends\n\nCOVID-19 Safety Protocols\, especially for our friends who are at a higher risk: \n\nLimited Attendance – You must register to attend this event\nSmall groups with pre-registered time slots\nMust wear a mask\nPlease do not attend if you have any of COVID symptoms\, as detailed by the CDC – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/symptoms-testing/symptoms.html\n\nThank you to our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University!  We appreciate all the fun opportunities you provide for our families. \nREGISTER NOW:  https://give.classy.org/TrickorTreat2021
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/trickortreat2021/
LOCATION:Point Loma Nazarene University\, 3900 Lomaland Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:DS Action's Easter "Eggs-perience" hosted by Pt. Loma Nazarene University
DESCRIPTION:We’re changing things up again this year.  Our Friends at Point Loma Nazarene University have come up with a FUN and SAFE way for us to join together for an Easter Eggs-perience!   Register here:  http://bit.ly/dsaction-plnu-easter2021 \nYou must register to participate in the celebration on Saturday\, April 3rd. \n\nEach registration is for 1 family (car) to attend the drive-thru goody bag pick up from 8am-10am at Liberty Station in Pt. Loma.  (Everyone must stay inside their vehicles.)\nAll ages are welcome!\nJoin the Virtual Celebration at 2pm.  The items that you receive in the goody bags will be used during the virtual event.\n\nExact address for the drive-thru and the link for the virtual event will be sent in an email on Friday\, April 2nd. \nWe look forward to celebrating with everyone and seeing many smiling faces. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Sharla Hank at sharla.hank@dsaction.com or Susan Rogers at srogers@pointloma.edu
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/easter2021/
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SUMMARY:3-2-1 Action - A World Down Syndrome Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us on Sunday\, March 21\, 2021\, at 1 pm PST/4 pm EST.\nWe will be hosting our 13th Annual World Down Syndrome Day event virtually\, coast to coast\, this year.\n\nWe are very excited to be celebrating with our friends\, Julie and Derrick Tennant\, who will be on the East Coast. This event will showcase the talent and raise awareness for people with Down syndrome around the globe. To spotlight this momentous occasion\, there will be friends of DS Action stopping by to share the importance of the day\, along with a collection of videos and special guest appearances.\n\nPlease register to receive details about how to get in on the\nACTION on 3/21. Because this is a virtual event\, you can attend from the comfort of your home and from any time zone. Invite your friends!\n\nThis is a FREE event. However\, donations are greatly appreciated\, especially during these challenging times. DS Action has added many new virtual programs this year to support our community. Please consider making a contribution\, so that we may continue to offer amazing events\, webinars and to support the\nDown Syndrome Center at Rady Children’s Hospital.
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/3-2-1-action-festival-for-world-down-syndrome-day/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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SUMMARY:Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Down Syndrome Action is excited to partner with Playing For Smiles for our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nZoom link will be emailed to you! \nPlaying For Smiles is a sports camp that is dedicated to providing a fun\, active and positive atmosphere for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Sports and fitness can change lives for the better and our goal is to give these experiences and opportunities to everyone. \nAs the COVID-19 pandemic continues to leave us in a world of uncertainty\, we are here to encourage our community to remain connected and inspired to try new things! Our Virtual Fitness & Wellness Program will be filled with fun workouts\, exercises\, and activities for all ages and abilities. \nDuring this time\, it is especially important to focus on taking care of your loved ones’ mental health as well as your own. Our program is committed to supporting overall wellness\, both mental and physical. \nZoom link will be emailed prior to each session! \nAll ages and abilities (friends and family included!) Please reach out to playingforsmiles@gmail.com with any questions!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/virtual-fitness-wellness-program-10/
CATEGORIES:Event,Program Support
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SUMMARY:Paint Night:  Paint\, Sip and Socialize
DESCRIPTION:  \nPaint\, Sip & Socialize \nJoin us for a Night of Painting and Fun! FREE Virtual Paint\, Sip & Socialize Night on Thursday\, December 12\, 2020\, at 5pm PST.\nSelect a paint-by-number kit of your choice\, grab some refreshments\, and hop online. See some familiar faces and meet some new friends.\nA virtual meeting link will be provided after you register.\nPlease be sure to purchase your paint-by-number kit in time for the event. There are many places to get supplies. We have found a large variety of kits\, on Amazon\, including some for the holidays. Check them out here:\nAmazon – https://www.amazon.com/Best…/zgbs/arts-crafts/7756212011
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/2205/
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ORGANIZER;CN="DS Action":MAILTO:dsaction@dsaction.com
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SUMMARY:DS Action's Night of Inspiration
DESCRIPTION:To help overcome the significant challenges that we have all been faced with during 2020\, DS Action has recognized the importance of providing Hope\, Inspiration\, and Laughter to support the well being of our families and friends. \nFrom November 1st – 21st\, DS Action will share videos and stories during our “21 Days of Thanks” campaign. Join us on Saturday\, November 21\, 2020\, as we come together to celebrate all that we are thankful for. \nThe festivities will kick off at 7 pm PST\, with a variety of entertainment – comedy\, music\, and interactive fun. This will be a virtual event. So\, you can attend from the comfort of your home and from any time zone. Invite your friends!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/special-evening-event-save-the-date/
CATEGORIES:Event
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SUMMARY:DS Action's Virtual Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on Saturday\, October 31\, 2020 from 3pm – 4pm for a Virtual Halloween Party.  A VERY special thank you to our friends at Point Loma Nazarene University’s Department of Sociology\, Social Work and Family Services for hosting this event for DS Action Families and Friends. \n– Costume Contest for People of All Ages & Pets too! \n– Virtual Games \n– Pumpkin Decorating (Bring your own pumpkin or pumpkin cut out) \n– Music and Dancing \n– Spooky Dessert Contest (Show off your creative culinary Halloween themed dessert.) \n– Fun is the most important part of this party!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/ds-actions-virtual-halloween-party/
LOCATION:CA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Event
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ORGANIZER;CN="Point Loma Nazarene University":MAILTO:srogers@pointloma.edu
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