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SUMMARY:3rd Annual Harvest Dance with Friends at Point Loma Nazarene University
DESCRIPTION:We are look forward to having you join us and our community partner\, Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU)\, as they host the  3rd Annual Harvest Dance with Friends for DS Action families.  Please join us on FRIDAY\, November 7\, 2025 from 6pm – 9pm. \n***CLICK HERE TO REGISTER*** \nThe PLNU Department of Sociology\, Social Work and Family Sciences\, along with The PLNU School of Education have a fun filled autumn celebration planned.  The event will be held on the PLNU main campus\, Fermanian Conference Center at 3900 Lomaland Drive.   There will be music\, dancing\, activities and light refreshments. \nThis event is for individuals with Down syndrome (11 years old and up) and their immediate families.   \n**This is a FREE event.  However\, we would like to ask families to please consider donating a pair of new (or gently used) shoes or athletic shoes/cleats to support PLNU’s shoe drive for the San Diego Rescue Mission.** \nPlease be sure to RSVP by November 5th\, as we need to know how many guests will be attending.  There is a limit to the number of total guests\, due to the available space at the location. \nWe 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/3rd-annual-harvest-dance-with-friends-at-point-loma-nazarene-university/
LOCATION:Point Loma Nazarene University\, 3900 Lomaland Drive\, San Diego\, CA\, 92106\, United States
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together - Down Syndrome Support Group for Parents\, Caregivers and Adult Siblings
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for “Stronger Together – Virtual Down Syndrome Support Group” for Parents\, Caregivers and Adult Siblings\, on select Saturdays at 10 am PST/1 pm EST.  All parents\, caregivers and adult siblings\, not just in San Diego\, are welcome.  This collaboration is open to discussions of all ages and stages of development.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nGrab a cup of coffee/tea and join us for our upcoming Virtual Parent/Caregiver Collaboration Support Groups\, scheduled for the following dates in 2025. \nSaturdays at 10am PST / 1pm EST: \nAugust 16 & 23 \nSeptember 13 & 27 \nOctober 11 & 25 \nNovember 8 & 22 \nDecember 6 & 20 \nThese gatherings are FREE.  Please invite other parents\, caregivers or adult family members (siblings\, grandparent\, aunts or uncles\, etc.) who might be interested.  We welcome families from all areas and states to join us. \nDS Action is proud to have been hosting these groups since 2020.  We recognized that our community would benefit from sharing achievements\, challenges and resources\, for all stages of development and age groups.  So\, we are provided a way to open communication and collaboration. \nThere will be a facilitator(s) who offers structure and support during gatherings. \nDS Action is planning to host additional family support activities and educational opportunities.  Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts.   Click here to make a donation on our website. \nPlease register and join us.  Do not worry if you are ever running late.  Just join when you can.  We all understand how unpredictable our lives can be at times. \nWatch our newsletters\, website\, online calendar and social media for new information on upcoming virtual events and happenings. \ndownsyndromeaction.org \nfacebook.com/dsaction \ninstagram.com/dsaction
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/stronger-together-down-syndrome-support-group-for-parents-caregivers-and-adult-siblings-16/
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SUMMARY:DS Action's Comedy Ball 2025 - Shaken\, Not Stirred
DESCRIPTION:🎉 The DS Action Comedy Ball is BACK! 🎭\n\nAfter a 5-year hiatus\, we’re thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of the DS Action Comedy Ball — coming to you Saturday\, November 15\, 2025\, at the elegant Admiral Baker Country Club Ballroom! \n\nThank you to everyone who reached out asking for your favorite night of laughter\, community\, and compassion to make a comeback — your voices were heard\, and we can’t wait to celebrate with you once again. \nThe evening promises to deliver the signature Comedy Ball experience you’ve come to love\, with hilarious performances\, exciting auction items\, and an opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of individuals with Down syndrome and their families. \nIf you’re interested in supporting the success of this beloved fundraiser\, please reach out to us at dsaction@dsaction.com \nLet’s make this comeback event the best one yet!
URL:https://downsyndromeaction.org/event/ds-actions-comedy-ball-2025-save-the-date/
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SUMMARY:Stronger Together - Down Syndrome Support Group for Parents\, Caregivers and Adult Siblings
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for “Stronger Together – Virtual Down Syndrome Support Group” for Parents\, Caregivers and Adult Siblings\, on select Saturdays at 10 am PST/1 pm EST.  All parents\, caregivers and adult siblings\, not just in San Diego\, are welcome.  This collaboration is open to discussions of all ages and stages of development.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE\n\n\nGrab a cup of coffee/tea and join us for our upcoming Virtual Parent/Caregiver Collaboration Support Groups\, scheduled for the following dates in 2025. \nSaturdays at 10am PST / 1pm EST: \nAugust 16 & 23 \nSeptember 13 & 27 \nOctober 11 & 25 \nNovember 8 & 22 \nDecember 6 & 20 \nThese gatherings are FREE.  Please invite other parents\, caregivers or adult family members (siblings\, grandparent\, aunts or uncles\, etc.) who might be interested.  We welcome families from all areas and states to join us. \nDS Action is proud to have been hosting these groups since 2020.  We recognized that our community would benefit from sharing achievements\, challenges and resources\, for all stages of development and age groups.  So\, we are provided a way to open communication and collaboration. \nThere will be a facilitator(s) who offers structure and support during gatherings. \nDS Action is planning to host additional family support activities and educational opportunities.  Donations are always welcome in order to help our efforts.   Click here to make a donation on our website. \nPlease register and join us.  Do not worry if you are ever running late.  Just join when you can.  We all understand how unpredictable our lives can be at times. \nWatch our newsletters\, website\, online calendar and social media for new information on upcoming virtual events and happenings. \ndownsyndromeaction.org \nfacebook.com/dsaction \ninstagram.com/dsaction
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