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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T183000
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SUMMARY:Parents Night Out at Buffalo Battleground
DESCRIPTION:We deserve a night out too! Join us for a fun evening at Buffalo Battleground. There will be unlimited axe throwing\, pizza and pop. Buffalo Battleground is located at 1888 Niagara Falls Blvd\, Tonawanda\, NY 14150. \nAdditional food and beverages will be available for purchase. \nThis an adult only event for parents and caregivers. \nPlease contact Shannon at belle5293@gmail.com with any questions. \nGo to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/PNO-2023 to register.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/parents-night-out-at-buffalo-battleground/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T014319Z
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SUMMARY:BBQ Chicken Dinner Drive Thru 2023
DESCRIPTION:• Dinners will be provided by Carrubba’s Chicken Pit.  \n• Pre-sale dinners will be $15 each. All pre-sale dinners will include a half chicken\, buttered spuds\, cole slaw\, dinner roll\, butter\, Carrubbas special dipping sauce as well as a cookie. Pre sale dinners must be picked up by 3pm. \n• Only pre-sale ticket holders will receive a free cookie. A limited number of additional chicken dinners will be available for purchase that day for $15 without the cookie.  \n• Additional cookies will be available for $2 each. \n• Please purchase your dinner tickets by April 17\, 2023. To purchase go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/BBQ2023 \nPlease retain your email for ticket confirmation as no tickets will be mailed.  \nContact Janet at janpo788@aol.com with any questions. 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/bbq-chicken-dinner-drive-thru-2023/
LOCATION:Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Road\, West Seneca\, 14224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family,Fundraiser
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20230227T010517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T011246Z
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SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day Celebration 2023
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URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day-celebration-2023/
LOCATION:YOLO Restaurant and Lounge\, 5841 Transit Rd\, East Amherst\, NY\, 14051\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
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SUMMARY:Special Movie Night - Screening of Champions
DESCRIPTION:WHEN: Thursday\, March 09\, 2023 6:30 PM\, EST\nWHERE: Aurora Theater & Popcorn Shop\n\nJoin us along with Harrison Phillips Playmakers for a night of fun and an advance screening of the new movie Champions (PG-13) — see the official movie trailer here — PLUS Harrison and special guests will join us via video chat on the big screen before the movie! \nOpen to all registered Playmaker Pups and Down Syndrome Parent Group – limit of four (4) total tickets per family \n\nAll children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian\nPlaymaker Pups and DSPG children registered for event get free admission\nFamily members and guests are welcome at discounted ticket price of $8.00\nFamily members and guests must be registered — no walk ins!\nEvent check-in at 5:45pm\nRegistration is open until Monday\, March 6 or all seats are taken.\n\nPlaymaker Families: Register your Pup(s) using the email address associated with their membership account — You will be able to add up to 3 additional family members and/or guests (attending parent must be one of these guests\, limit of four total attendees per family) \nDSPG Families: Register your child using his/her/their name and your email so you will receive event notifications. You will be able to add up to 3 additional family members and/or guests (attending parent must be one of these guests\, limit of four total attendees per family)\n* The code for DSPG Families is champions (all lower case.)  \nREGISTER at https://harrisonsplaymakers.org/event-5174849/Registration
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/special-movie-night-screening-of-champions/
LOCATION:Aurora Theater and Popcorn Shop\, 673 Main Street\, East Aurora\, NY\, 14052\, United States
CATEGORIES:For the Family,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T153000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20221215T030341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221218T160401Z
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SUMMARY:Feb 25\, 2023 Conference on Sexuality
DESCRIPTION:THE DOWN SYNDROME PARENTS GROUP OF WNY PRESENTS \n\n2-day Self-advocate & Parent Conference\nfeaturing Terri Couwenhoven MS\nsexuality educator • author • advocate • parent\n\nFriday\, February 24th & Saturday\, February 25 @ Union Fire Company\n1845 Union Rd\, West Seneca\, NY 14224\n\n\nTo Register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/TC2023\n\n  \nTerri Couwenhoven MS\, CSE6 is a well-known certified sex educator and author\, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities\, their parents\, and the professionals who support them. \n___________________________________________ \nFriday\, February 24th\n5:30-9 PM PARENT / SELF-ADVOCATE TRAINING SESSIONS \nSexual Learning: Changing the Scripts (Parent) / Dating 101 (Self-advocate) \n$30 REGISTRATION FEE – parent or caregiver must accompany self-advocates \nlight dinner • Q&A • discussion \nNOT A DROP-OFF EVENT \nPARENT TRAINING • 6-7 PM \n\nSexual Learning:\nChanging the Scripts\n\nParent workshop including a breakdown of the Dating 101 \nSelf-advocate training session. Discussion and light dinner will be \navailable to parents afterward during the self-advocate workshop. \nSELF-ADVOCATE TRAINING • 7-9 PM \n\nDating 101\n\nThis co-ed workshop is for designed for high school-aged teens \nor young adults with intellectual disabilities who are interested \nin dating. Self-advocates will start with a light dinner available \nduring parent workshop. \n___________________________________________ \nSaturday\, February 25th\n8 AM-3:30 PM PARENT TRAINING SESSIONS \nPuberty / Boundaries / Dating (Q&A after each session) \n$20 REGISTRATION FEE FOR EACH SESSION or $45 FULL DAY REGISTRATION \n\nlunch available for pre-order purchase at registration\nLunch hour will include an introduction to local resources\n\nPARENT TRAINING • 8:30 AM-10 AM \n\nTop 5 Issues & Concerns During Puberty\n\nPARENT TRAINING • 10:30 AM-12 PM \n\nDon’t Cross the Line!\nNavigating Boundary Confusion in People with IDD\n\nPARENT TRAINING • 1:00 PM-3:30 PM \n\nI Want to Date! Supporting Healthy Dating Relationships\n\n\n\nTo Register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/TC2023\n 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/feb-25-2023-conference-on-sexuality/
LOCATION:Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Road\, West Seneca\, 14224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Guest Speaker,Seminar/Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20221210T172355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221218T160054Z
UID:420705-1677259800-1677272400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Feb 24\, 2023 Conference on Sexuality
DESCRIPTION:THE DOWN SYNDROME PARENTS GROUP OF WNY PRESENTS \n2-day Self-advocate & Parent Conference\nfeaturing Terri Couwenhoven MS\nsexuality educator • author • advocate • parent\n \nFriday\, February 24th & Saturday\, February 25 @ Union Fire Company\n1845 Union Rd\, West Seneca\, NY 14224\n \nTo Register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/TC2023\n  \nTerri Couwenhoven MS\, CSE6 is a well-known certified sex educator and author\, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities\, their parents\, and the professionals who support them. \n___________________________________________ \nFriday\, February 24th\n5:30-9 PM PARENT / SELF-ADVOCATE TRAINING SESSIONS \nSexual Learning: Changing the Scripts (Parent) / Dating 101 (Self-advocate) \n$30 REGISTRATION FEE – parent or caregiver must accompany self-advocates \nlight dinner • Q&A • discussion \nNOT A DROP-OFF EVENT \nPARENT TRAINING • 6-7 PM \n\nSexual Learning:\nChanging the Scripts\n\nParent workshop including a breakdown of the Dating 101 \nSelf-advocate training session. Discussion and light dinner will be \navailable to parents afterward during the self-advocate workshop. \nSELF-ADVOCATE TRAINING • 7-9 PM \n\nDating 101\n\nThis co-ed workshop is for designed for high school-aged teens \nor young adults with intellectual disabilities who are interested \nin dating. Self-advocates will start with a light dinner available \nduring parent workshop. \n___________________________________________ \nSaturday\, February 25th\n8 AM-3:30 PM PARENT TRAINING SESSIONS \nPuberty / Boundaries / Dating (Q&A after each session) \n$20 REGISTRATION FEE FOR EACH SESSION or $45 FULL DAY REGISTRATION \n\nlunch available for pre-order purchase at registration\nLunch hour will include an introduction to local resources\n\nPARENT TRAINING • 8:30 AM-10 AM \n\nTop 5 Issues & Concerns During Puberty\n\nPARENT TRAINING • 10:30 AM-12 PM \n\nDon’t Cross the Line!\nNavigating Boundary Confusion in People with IDD\n\nPARENT TRAINING • 1:00 PM-3:30 PM \n\nI Want to Date! Supporting Healthy Dating Relationships\n\n  \nTo Register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/TC2023\n 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/feb-24-2023-conference-on-sexuality-duplicate-420600/
LOCATION:Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Road\, West Seneca\, 14224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Guest Speaker,Seminar/Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T163933Z
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SUMMARY:Valentine's Dance
DESCRIPTION:/*! elementor – v3.9.2 – 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=”.svg”]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}																											 \nThe Valentine’s Day Dance will be held on Saturday\, February 11\, 2023 from 6PM to 9PM\, at Magruders\, located at 4995 Broadway in Depew. Please RSVP by Monday\, February 6\, so that we can ensure adequate food and seating. \nThe DSPG will be charging a fee of $5 per person and will provide all food including: pizza\, salad\, snacks\, drinks\, and desserts. If you would still like to bring in a special treat for the group please feel free to do so. If you would like to sign up with cash or check or have any questions please feel free to contact Janet at 716-695-1299 or janpo788@aol.com.  \nDances have been so well attended that we are requiring a RSVP in advance in order to prepare the space and ensure that we are within capacity limits of the venue. We will be limiting the number of people in attendance so please do not bring additional guests. Thank you for your understanding.  
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/valentines-dance-5/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T163000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20230101T172059Z
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UID:420748-1674916200-1674923400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:DSPG Family Bowling Day
DESCRIPTION:/*! elementor – v3.9.2 – 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=”.svg”]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block}																											 \nPut on your bowling shoes and join us at Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Rd.\, Grand Island\, on Saturday\, January 28\, 2023 from 2:30-4:30pm. Members will pay $8/person for bowlers and $5/person for non-bowlers\, which includes 2 hours of bowling\, shoe rental\, pizza and pop. Due to your continued generosity\, the DSPG will cover the remainder of the cost. This is not a drop off event. If parents choose not to bowl\, they must remain at the bowling alley with their child. Contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com or 716-632-0137 with any questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/dspg-family-bowling-day/
LOCATION:Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Road\, Grand Island\, New York\, 14072
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20221218T155521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221218T161428Z
UID:420594-1674068400-1674075600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday\, January 18\, 2023 at 7pm at Daemen University\, Room 105 in the Athletic and Wellness Center\, 4433 Main Street across Main Street from the main Daemen campus.  We will have a report from our treasurer\, hold Board elections and hear from Kristi Moscato\, Community Relations Manager at Person Centered Services on “What is Self Direction?” \nTo register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/Jan2023 \nPARKING: If you plan on attending please print out the parking pass below. A map of the parking area is also available (we will be in building K). The driveway to the parking area is off Amherstdale Street. When you enter the building from the parking lot\, the room is the first door on the left. Hope to see you there!
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Daemen University\, 4433 Main Street\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20221108T024701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T030855Z
UID:419502-1670065200-1670076000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Party 2022
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holidays with family & friends at our annual Holiday Party\, Saturday\, December 3 from 11am – 2pm. Students at the Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart will continue their long tradition of hosting. Enjoy games\, crafts\, music\, dancing and a visit from the big man himself. \nThe DSPG will provide pizza\, salad and beverages. The cost is $3 per person. Desserts are welcome! \nAll are welcome to come and have fun! Teens and adults with Down syndrome are also welcome to volunteer alongside our Sacred Heart friends. We will match them up with a buddy. If you would like your children to receive something from Santa\, please bring them a wrapped and labeled gift. All children who see Santa will receive a small treat bag. \nPlease note\, our events are for the enjoyment of our children and their families.  Drop offs will not be allowed. If you have any questions please feel free to contact Barb at bb.wakefield1@verizon.net or click the link below to attend. RSVP by November 26. \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/holiday22
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/holiday-party-2022/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Academy\, 3860 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
ORGANIZER;CN="DSPG":MAILTO:dspg@dspgwny.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20220920T123039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T123204Z
UID:417762-1668276000-1668286800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Fall Dance
DESCRIPTION:Our Dances Are Back!!! \nCome dance the night away with us on Saturday\, November 12\, 2022 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM\, at Magruders\, located at 4995 Broadway in Depew. Once again there will be a charge of $5 per person\, to cover the food provided by the DSPG. \nThe DSPG will provide all food including: pizza\, salad\, snacks\, and drinks. If you would like to bring a dish to pass\, please feel free to do so. Dances have been so well attended that we are requiring a RSVP to prepare the space and ensure that we are within capacity limits of the venue. \nWe will be limiting the number of people in attendance so please do not bring additional guests. Parents and guardians are expected to stay for the duration of the event as we do not have staff to supervise individuals who are dropped off.  Thank you for your understanding. \nREGISTER BY NOVEMBER 7 at  https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/FallDance22 \nIf you would like to sign up with cash or check or have any questions please feel free to contact Wendy at weedyslisz@yahoo.com by November 7.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/fall-dance-3/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20211011T185124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T120431Z
UID:7262-1667037600-1667044800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Trick or Treat Trail
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Trick or Treat Trail October 29\nfrom 10am-12pm at Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY 14226\nWe will be hosting our 10th annual Halloween Event at Bornhava on Saturday\, October 29\, 2022 from 10am-12pm. Costumes are encouraged as kids will trick or treat around the back stone path. This free all ages event is for Down Syndrome Parents Group family members and families of children who attend Bornhava. \nRSVP Below\nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/TrickorTreat22 \nOur older members with Down syndrome are welcome to volunteer to hand out candy or participate! \nPlease contact Amy at amy.m@dspgwny.org if you have any questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/halloween-trick-or-treat-trail/
LOCATION:Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20220601T012127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230801T162722Z
UID:413028-1664622000-1664632800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Step Up for Down Syndrome 2023
DESCRIPTION: \nJoin us on as we return to Canalside for our 16th Anniversary!\nJoin us on September 30\, 2023 from 11am – 2pm for the 2023 Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk as we return to Canalside for our 16th Anniversary! This is a rain or shine event. \nThe day will include a warm up led by Fitness Ability\, a one mile walk route along the water front\, games and activities for kids as well as music from Strictly Hip. Food trucks will be available for lunch. \nRegistration is $15 and includes a $5 food truck voucher. \nTo REGISTER : https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/StepUpforDS23  \nTo VOLUNTEER: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/StepUpVols23 \nDownload our brochure here \nSPONSORED BY
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/step-up-for-down-syndrome-3/
LOCATION:Canalside\, 44 Prime Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20220607T172115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220728T123629Z
UID:413030-1659870000-1659880800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Summer Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of family fun on Sunday\, August 7\, 2022 from 11:00-2:00! We will meet at the George F. Lamm Post 622 located at 962 Wehrle Drive\,  Williamsville\, NY 14221. There will be food\, music\, games\, and lots of fun. \nThe schedule of activities will be as follows: \n11:30-1:30 – face painting \n12:30 – lunch \n12:30-2:00 – Mr. No Balloon creations \nFrom 11:00-2:00 will be arts/crafts\, lawn games and music.  The DSPG will provide bottled water\, pop\, chips and hot dogs. Please feel free to bring a treat or side dish to share.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/summer-picnic/
LOCATION:George F. Lamm Post 622\, 962 Wehrle Drive\, Williamsville\, New York\, 14221
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T130500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20220601T011645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T011645Z
UID:413026-1657458300-1657472400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Day at the Bisons Game
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun family outing to the Buffalo Bison’s game on Sunday\, July 10 at 1:05 pm when the Bisons take on the Syracuse Mets. Tickets are free to immediate family of members of the Down Syndrome Parents Group\, but they are limited\, so please only order tickets if you know you will be able to use them. \nRSVP by June 29\, to ensure adequate time for mail delivery. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/day-at-the-bisons-game/
LOCATION:Sahlen Field\, 275 Washington Street\, Buffalo\, 14203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20220309T003148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T004240Z
UID:309112-1648897200-1648911600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Drive Thru Chicken BBQ
DESCRIPTION:The Down Syndrome Parents Group’s Chicken BBQ Drive Thru event  will take place at Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Road\, West Seneca\, NY 14224 from 11:00 AM until SOLD OUT.  Please pick up pre-sold dinners before 2:00pm. Dinners will be provided by Carrubba’s Chicken Pit. \nPre-sale dinners will be $13 each.  All pre-sale dinners will include a half chicken\, buttered spuds\, cole slaw\, dinner roll\, butter\, Carrubbas special dipping sauce as well as a cookie.  Please purchase your dinner tickets by March 28.  Only pre-sale ticket holders will recieve a free cookie. A limited number of additional chicken dinners will be available for purchase that day for $13 without the cookie.  Additional cookies will be available for purchase for $2 each. \nPurchase tickets here: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/dspg-chicken-bbq-2022\nPlease contact Janet at janpo788@aol.com with any questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/drive-thru-chicken-bbq/
LOCATION:Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Road\, West Seneca\, 14224\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220322
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20220309T010210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T010851Z
UID:309120-1647820800-1647907199@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day
DESCRIPTION:World Down Syndrome Day is on 3/21 to symbolize the third copy of the 21st chromosome in people with Down syndrome.\nOn March 21\, 2022 the Down Syndrome Parents Group of WNY will join together with others across the world in celebrating World Down Syndrome Day.\n\n A gathering held at YOLO will start at 5:00pm.There will be raffles\, guest bartenders\, snacks\, and lots of fun.  YOLO is located at 5841 Transit Road\, East Amherst\, NY 14051.  To join in the fun go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/DSDAY2022YOLO to RSVP. Rock Your SocksMany local families will be celebrating by participating in the Rock Your Socks campaign to spread Down syndrome awareness. To get people talking\, they are wearing brightly colored socks\, long socks\, printed socks\, 1 sock or maybe even 3 socks for 3 chromosomes. The point is to wear something which people will ask about so that they can tell them all about World Down Syndrome Day. Purchase Tickets to Our Chicken BBQOur Chicken BBQ will take place on Saturday\, April 2 from 11am-3pm at the Union Fire Hall\, 1845 Union Road in West Seneca. Purchase your tickets by 3/21 and be entered in a drawing for a free DSPG Embrace the Difference bracelet.To order: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/dspg-chicken-bbq-2022As the Down Syndrome Parents Group of WNY\, our goal is to raise awareness of Down syndrome while enhancing the lives of people with Down syndrome. People with Down syndrome can and do bring so much to the community\, when given the opportunity.  What can you do to participate in World Down Syndrome Day 2022? \n\nRock crazy socks and encourage others to do so\nContact your school or workplace to join in on the crazy sock fun\nIf you don’t have crazy socks\, design some of your own on our coloring page\nWear your Step Up for Down Syndrome shirt\nShare about your loved one with Down syndrome on social media\nDisplay your yard sign to encourage other to Step Up for Down Syndrome  BUY A YARD SIGN HERE\nCheck out our resources or more ideas
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day-3/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211108T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20210407T160440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T212508Z
UID:2976-1636398000-1636401600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent Support Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Parent Network\, we have set up a Zoom Meeting on the second Monday of every month at 7pm to provide a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers of children with Down syndrome to share experiences\, ask questions and receive support. See the flyer or click the link below to join the Zoom meeting October 11 at 7pm.   Please contact us at dspg@dspgwny.org with any question.\nNew Zoom Link\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/91473020954?pwd=bm0wYkUwOFUyVitQKzIwYlJDbHN2QT09%20#success\nMeeting ID: 914 7302 0954\nPasscode: 902265 \nDial by your location: +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \nIf you would like a reminder sent via email for upcoming meetings click on the link below. https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/dspgvirtualmeetings \n \n  \n 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/parent-support-virtual-meeting-2/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20210908T150537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T150959Z
UID:5121-1633168800-1633179600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Step Up for Down Syndrome Awareness Event
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/StepUp21
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/step-up-for-down-syndrome-awareness-event/
LOCATION:Canalside\, 44 Prime Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20210630T141309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210630T141309Z
UID:3045-1626008400-1626022800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:DSPG Family Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of family fun Sunday\, July 11\, 2021 from 1:00-5:00. We will meet at the Rich Marino Gazebo at Como Lake Park\, 2220 Como Park Blvd\, Lancaster\, NY 14086. There will be music\, games\, a small basket raffle\, and lots of fun! There is a playground close by as well as areas to play tennis\, soccer\, and basketball. The DSPG will provide drinks like bottled water and juice boxes and we will have ice cream from Chilly Billy.  If you would like to bring snacks for your family\, please do so. \nIce Cream : 1:00-2:30PM   •   Face painitng: 2:00-4:00PM   •   Basket Raffle Drawing: 4:00PM \nRestrooms will be available and are nearby the gazebo. Masks are required in buildings such as the restrooms. \nTo register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/picnic21. \nPlease contact Wendy at weedyslisz@yahoo.com with any questions. 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/dspg-family-picnic/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:For the Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20210207T162252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T164810Z
UID:2967-1616328000-1616342400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day Chicken BBQ
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Drive Thru Chicken BBQ to Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! Dinners will be provided by Carrubba’s Chicken Pit. \nPre-sale dinners will be $12 each. All pre-sale dinners will include a half chicken\, buttered spuds\, cole slaw\, dinner roll\, butter\, Carrubbas special dipping sauce as well as a World Down Syndrome Day cookie. \nOnly pre-sale ticket holders will receive a free cookie. A limited number of additional chicken dinners will be available for purchase that day for $12 without the cookie. \nAdditional cookies will be available for for $2 each. \nPlease purchase your dinner tickets by March 17. \n TO BUY TICKETS GO TO: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/BBQ2021 \nPlease contact Janet at janpo788@aol.com with any questions. 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day-chicken-bbq/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:For the Family,Fundraiser,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210104T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20210112T020126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210207T164921Z
UID:2951-1609747200-1616338800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day 3-21 Raffle
DESCRIPTION:$10 donation • Only 1\,000 tickets will sold \nCash prizes will be worth $6\,930 – 3 winners of $2\,100 and 3 winners of $210 \nWinners will be drawn on World Down Syndrome Day\, 3/21 at 3:21pm \n TO BUY TICKETS GO TO: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/3-21-raffle\n \nA picture of your ticket(s) will be sent to you via email or cell phone.  \nThis raffle will be replacing our Annual Basket Raffle.  \nPlease contact Janet at janpo788@aol.com with any questions. 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day-3-21-raffle/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20200827T185538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T185538Z
UID:2183-1600110000-1600117200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent Support Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with Parent Network\, we have set up a GoTo Meeting on the second Monday of every month at 7pm to provide a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers of children with Down syndrome to share experiences\, ask questions and receive support. See the flyer or click the link below to join the meeting on Monday\, September 14 at 7pm.   Please contact us at dspg@dspgwny.org with any question. \nPlease join my meeting from your computer\, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/567555997 \nYou can also dial in using your phone. \nUnited States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 567-555-997\nNew to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/567555997 \nIf you would like a reminder sent via email for upcoming meetings click on the link below. \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/dspgvirtualmeetings \n 
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/parent-support-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200322T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200322T190000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20200203T035707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200203T040156Z
UID:2130-1584891000-1584903600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Raffle
DESCRIPTION:We will celebrate World Down Syndrome Day with our annual Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Raffle at The Columbus Hall\, 2735 Union Road\, Cheektowaga\, NY 14227 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Doors will open at 3:30. Spaghetti dinner tickets are available for advance sale only.\nNo dinner tickets will be sold at the door.\nRaffle tickets may be purchased when you register on line or at the event.  Please purchase your dinner tickets by March 15 to allow time for mail delivery.\nPlease contact Marcy at marcyhope960@gmail.com with any questions or Register at  https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/spaghetti-dinner-2020\n\nPlease contact Marc at  Marc.Kotarski@yahoo.com if you would like to make a donation to the raffle.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/spaghetti-dinner-and-basket-raffle-2/
LOCATION:The Columbus Hall\, 2735 Union Road\, Cheektowaga\, NY\, 14227\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200312T200000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20200228T150109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200228T150109Z
UID:2140-1584037800-1584043200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Toilet Learning
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Down Syndrome Parents Group in collaboration with Bornhava for this special workshop\, with featured speakers: Rebecca Vujnovic\, PH.D.\, the Bornhava Consulting Psychologist\, and Tara Harm\, M.S.Ed.\, a Center Based Special Education Teacher for Children 3 to 5 year olds. \nTHURSDAY\, MARCH 12\, 2020 • 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. \nIf you have any questions about this workshop\, please contact Ann at Bornhava (839-1655 ext. 309). To attend\, please call Ann to register by Thursday\, March 5\, 2020. \nToilet Learning~”Yipes!…Where do I begin?”  \n–  Readiness—Is my child ready? \n–  Am I ready?  \n–  Toilet training methods \n– Toilet training children with special needs \n–  Consistency between home and school environments \n–  Using public toilets \n–  Ongoing support \n–  Additional questions for group discussion
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/toilet-learning/
LOCATION:Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200215T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20191229T130443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200207T221543Z
UID:2117-1581787800-1581800400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Valentines Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Valentine’s Dance is Sold Out. Hope to see you at our next event!
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/valentines-dance-4/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance,For the Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20200124T155153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200124T155153Z
UID:2128-1581170400-1581181200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:University of Buffalo Women's Basketball Game
DESCRIPTION:Join us to watch the UB Bulls Women’s Basketball Game on Saturday February 8 at 2:00pm at Alumni Arena! \nThere is a limited number of tickets available\, so please request them only if you are sure you will be able to attend.  Register by February 1st on line at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/UBBulls20 or contact Amy Monson at amonson23@hotmail.com with any questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/university-of-buffalo-womens-basketball-game/
LOCATION:UB Alumni Arena\, 175 Webster Road \, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:For the Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20200110T001622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T001718Z
UID:2119-1580238000-1580245200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Informational Meeting on the Able Act & Financial Planning
DESCRIPTION:Bruce A. Goldstein will present on the topics of the ABLE Act and special needs trusts. Mr. Goldstein\, Special Counsel at Kenney Shelton Liptak Nowak LLP\, brings over forty years of experience to the field. He concentrates his practice in the areas of Special Education\, Special Needs\, Estate Planning\, Not-for-Profit Corporations\, and Health Law. \nThis Meeting will be held at Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Rd\, West Seneca\, NY 14224 from 7:00-9:00pm.  Please park behind the building and use the back entrance. Use the link below to submit questions and to RSVP so we know how many to expect. https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/JanMeeting
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/informational-meeting-on-the-able-act-financial-planning/
LOCATION:Union Fire Company\, 1845 Union Road\, West Seneca\, 14224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20191229T125352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191229T125352Z
UID:2116-1579960800-1579971600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Family Bowling
DESCRIPTION:Put on your bowling shoes and join us at Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Rd.\, Grand Island\, on Saturday\, January 25\, 2020 from 2-5pm. Members will pay $8/person for bowlers and $5/person for non-bowlers\, which includes three hours of bowling\, shoe rental and unlimited pizza and pop. Due to your continued generosity\, the DSPG will cover the remainder of the cost. \nThis event is for immediate family members only and we have a limit of 60 bowlers. This is not a drop off event. If parents choose not to bowl\, they must remain at the bowling alley with their child. For tickets\, register online at http://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bowling2020 or mail checks made out to DSPG to Bonnie Zon\, 222 Culpepper Rd\, Williamsville\, 14221. Contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com or 632-0137 with questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/family-bowling-4/
LOCATION:Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Road\, Grand Island\, New York\, 14072
CATEGORIES:For the Family,Recreational
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T110000
DTSTAMP:20260502T020706
CREATED:20200110T002045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200110T002045Z
UID:2122-1579944600-1579950000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:New Family Social
DESCRIPTION:Families of children with Down Syndrome from birth through their 5 birthdays are warmly invited to join fellow DSPG members and other new families for these free informal get togethers. Light refreshments will be served. Siblings are grandparents are welcome. Dates are the last Saturday of the month unless otherwise specified: 1/25\,2/29\, 3/28\, 5/30\, 6/27\, 7/25\, 9/26\, 10/31 and 11/21 from 9:30-11:00am.  Contact Amy at amonson23@hotmail.com with any questions. \nRegister on line at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/NewFamilySocials
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/new-family-social/
LOCATION:Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:For the Family
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