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SUMMARY:2019 Step Up for Down Syndrome
DESCRIPTION:Advance registration for Step Up is open! Register on line at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/Step-Up-2019. Walk-ins are welcome the day of the event for $10. Registration includes lunch and ice cream. Children under 2 are free. \nThe schedule of events has changed for 2019. Lunch will begin at 11:30am and the walk will take place at 1:00pm with ice cream to follow. \nFor more info check our our Facebook page or contact Gretchen White at gretchen.w@dspgwny.org or 716-465-0128.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/2019-step-up-for-down-syndrome/
LOCATION:Sahlen Field\, 275 Washington Street\, Buffalo\, 14203\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family,Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190911T144402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190911T144402Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Kick Off Meeting and Board Elections
DESCRIPTION:Our Annual Meeting and Board Elections will take place Monday\, September 16 at 7PM at The Museum of Disability History. We will share our annual report and hold elections for positions on our Board of Directors. We will also have a resource night with brief presentations from Fantastic Friends\, GiGi’s Playhouse\, SowFit as well as a discussion about the recent NDSC Conference in Pittsburgh. \nPlease RSVP by 9/12/19 at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/Sept-2019
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/annual-kick-off-meeting-and-board-elections/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190804T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190612T005757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T005831Z
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SUMMARY:A Day at the Bisons Game
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun family outing to the Buffalo Bison’s game on Sunday\, August 4 at 1:05 pm when the Bisons take on the Syracuse Mets. The tickets are $5 per family. Please RSVP by July 28\, to ensure time for mail delivery. Immediate family only due to the popularity of this event. There are limited tickets\, so onlyorder if you plan to attend. \nRegister on line: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bisons2019 or email Janet Poreda at janpo788@aol.com.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/a-day-at-the-bisons-game/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190713T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190612T005339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T005339Z
UID:2072-1563022800-1563033600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Summer Mini Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of family fun at Broadway Driving Range & Mini Golf. Enjoy a game of mini-golf\, lunch and ice cream along with our DSPG families on Saturday\, July 13\, 2019 from 1-4pm. Tickets are $12/person for immediate family only. Due to your continued generosity\, the DSPG will absorb a portion of each ticket sold to keep this event fun and affordable. \nRegister on line at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/green-acres-2019
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/summer-mini-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Broadway Driving Range & Mini Golf\, 4367 Broadway\, Depew\, NY\, 14043\, United States
CATEGORIES:For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190430T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190210T150551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190210T150551Z
UID:2063-1556650800-1556658000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:April Meeting on Sexuality
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 7pm at the Museum of disAbility History where Kristi Moscato from Parent Network will share strategies for keeping our kids safe as well as when to speak up. When it comes to discussing sexuality\, there are words to encourage a more comfortable conversation. Parents and caregivers will learn the importance of early and ongoing discussions about sexuality. There will also be a discussion about appropriate social behaviors for young adults with disabilities.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/april-meeting-on-sexuality/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190204T040442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190314T020958Z
UID:2060-1553187600-1553200200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day
DESCRIPTION:World Down Syndrome Day is Thursday\, March 21. You can Rock Your Socks\, have dinner with us at Santora’s or check out the Peace Bridge which will be lit blue and yellow to celebrate! \nRock Your Socks – When you wear your ‘crazy’ socks on Thursday\, 3/21\, they aren’t meant to be hidden. Instead they are intended to start conversations and raise awareness. We hope when people look down and notice your socks\, you can share with them all about Down syndrome and your loved one. \nCelebrate at Santora’s – Come and enjoy dinner and activities with our DSPG family on 3/21 at Santora’s Pizza Pub and Grill on Transit Road in Williamsville from 5-8:30. We are excited to have Mr. No making balloon creations and a Spread the Word to End the Word table. Be sure to take the pledge to end the R-word. Tickets are $5 per person\, pre-sale only. Gluten free options will be available. Children under 2 are free. \nContact Janet Poreda at janpo788@aol.com<mailto:janpo788@aol.com with any questions or register on line at: https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/World-DS-Day2019.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day-2/
LOCATION:Santoras Pizza & Pub\, 7800 Transit Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190321T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190314T022507Z
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UID:2066-1553158800-1553164200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Museum of Disability World Down Syndrome Day Celebration 2019
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our 1st celebration of a very special day! Come tour the museum from 9-10:30am and see the “In Celebration of Down Syndrome” traveling exhibit on World Down Syndrome Day! Light refreshments will be served. This is a free event but please RSVP so we know how many to expect. The Museum of disAbility is located at 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY 14226.  https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/MofDWDSDay19
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/museum-of-disability-world-down-syndrome-day-celebration-2019/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190303T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190303T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20190204T035517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190204T035923Z
UID:2058-1551627000-1551639600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Spaghetti Dinner & Basket Raffle
DESCRIPTION:Our annual Spaghetti Dinner & Basket Raffle will take place at The Knights of Columbus Hall\, 2735 Union Road\, Cheektowaga\, NY 14227 from 4PM – 7PM on Sunday March 3. Doors will open promptly at 3:30PM. Tickets are now available for $8 each & children under 2 are free. Contact Marcy at marcyhope960@gmail.com or 716-572-4127 with questions. If you would like to volunteer to help or donate a basket please contact Tracey Flick at leo8408@gmail.com. \nTo Register On Line go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/spaghetti-dinner-2019
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/spaghetti-dinner-basket-raffle/
LOCATION:The Columbus Hall\, 2735 Union Road\, Cheektowaga\, NY\, 14227\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181212T164854Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T164854Z
UID:2054-1549733400-1549746000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Valentine's Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Valentine’s Day Dance will be held Saturday\, February 9 from 5:30 to 9:00pm\, at Magruders\, 4995 Broadway in Depew. The 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 Trish at trishwinnicki@gmail.com \nPlease RSVP by Monday\, February 4\, so that we can ensure adequate food and seating. To register on line go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/valentines2019. \nDances have been so well attended that we are requiring an 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-3/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190128T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190128T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181212T163917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T163917Z
UID:2052-1548702000-1548709200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:January Meeting on Special Needs Financial Planning and the ABLE Act
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first general meeting of the New Year\, Monday\, January 28\, 2019 at 7pm at the Museum of disAbility History\, 3826 Main St\, Buffalo\, New York 14226. at 7pm. Topics will include special needs planning\, trusts and wills. Also we’ll learn how the ABLE Act will be beneficial to our families. Click here to register https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/Jan2019
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/january-meeting-on-special-needs-financial-planning-and-the-able-act/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190125T213000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181212T164355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181212T164355Z
UID:2053-1548441000-1548451800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Parents Night Out
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun adult night out Friday\, January 25 from 6:30 – 9:30pm. Let’s get together to chat and nibble! Food will be provided for $5 per person and a cash bar is available. Meet us at Magruders Restaurant and Pub\, 4995 Broadway\, Depew\, NY 14043. Adults only please. RSVP to Janet at janpo788@aol.com by January 11\, 2019 or click here to RSVP https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/parents-night-out
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/parents-night-out/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190120T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181211T141241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T141416Z
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SUMMARY:Family Bowling
DESCRIPTION:Put on your bowling shoes and join us at Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Rd.\, Grand Island\, on Sunday\, January 20\, 2019 from 1-4pm. 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.  \nMail checks made out to DSPG to Bonnie Zon\, 222 Culpepper Rd\, Williamsville\, 14221 or register on line at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bowling2019. Contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com or 632-0137 with questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/family-bowling-3/
LOCATION:Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Road\, Grand Island\, New York\, 14072
CATEGORIES:For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181116T144201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181217T164639Z
UID:2043-1547373600-1547380800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:New Family Social & Open Play at Sweet Charlotte's
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun morning for parents and grandparents of babies and toddlers with Down syndrome to come together for informal support\, networking and \, or course\, treats at Sweet Charlotte’s. \nSweet Charlotte’s is an all-inclusive play space and preschool for children of ALL abilities located in Clarence\, New York. \nHave fun watching your little one engage in toys and activities geared towards babies crawling to 8- and 9-year olds. Enjoy yourselves in a relaxed\, clean and safe environment where ALL children are welcome and encouraged to explore using their own imagination. \nTo register click the link below or contact Amy Monson at amonson23@hotmail.com \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/newfamilysocial
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/new-family-social-open-play-at-sweet-charlottes/
LOCATION:Sweet Charlottes\, 10255 Main Street\, Clarence\, NY\, 14031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181211T140922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181211T140922Z
UID:2048-1547294400-1547305200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:UB Bulls Basketball Game
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, January 12\, 2019 as we cheer on the UB Bulls! Tickets will be good for the 12:00 Men’s Basketball game when the UB Bulls take on the Miami Redhawks. There is a limited number of tickets that are free to immediate family of members of the Down Syndrome Parents Group through a generous donation. To register on line go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/ubbulls2019 or please contact Janet at janpo788@aol.com with any questions. \n* Please request tickets only if you intend to use them as we have a limited amount of tickets. *
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/ub-bulls-basketball-game-3/
LOCATION:UB Alumni Arena\, 175 Webster Road \, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181201T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181116T145135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181116T145135Z
UID:2045-1543662000-1543672800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the holidays with Down Syndrome Parents Group family and friends at our annual Holiday Party on Saturday\, December 1 from 11am – 2pm. Students at the Buffalo Academy of the Sacred Heart\, 3860 Main Street\, will continue their long tradition of hosting. Enjoy games and crafts as well as music and dancing. Mr. No will also be on hand to make balloon creations and perform a short magic show. \nThe DSPG will provide pizza\, salad and beverages while families are requested to pay $5 for 1 person or $10 per family. We know many of our families enjoy baking special treats for our events. If you would like to bring a dessert please bring one! If you would like your children to receive something from Santa\, please bring them wrapped and labeled gift. All children who see Santa will receive a small treat bag. \nFor more information contact Barbara Wakefield at bb.wakefield1@verizon.net or click the link below to register on line \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/party2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/holiday-party-2/
LOCATION:Sacred Heart Academy\, 3860 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181005T135119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T135119Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Dance
DESCRIPTION:Come dance the night away with us on Saturday\, November 3\, 2018 from 5:30PM to 9:00PM\, at Magruders\, located at 4995 Broadway in Depew. Please RSVP using the link below by October 28\, 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. 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. Please contact Janet at janpo788@aol.com with any questions. \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/fall-dance-2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/fall-dance/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181005T134823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181005T134823Z
UID:1982-1541235600-1541242800@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:How and Why to Use Sign Language to Communicate with Your Child
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free\, fun and interactive class on how and why to use to sign language to communicate with your child on Saturday\, November 3 from 9-11am at Bornhava. Sign language is the use of manual signing allowing infants and toddlers to communicate prior to spoken language development. There will also be Bornhava staff and fellow DSPG families on hand to answer any questions you may have about local Early Intervention services. Child care will be available but please RSVP so we can staff appropriately. To register for the class go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/sign-language2018.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/how-and-why-to-use-sign-language-to-communicate-with-your-child/
LOCATION:Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Seminar/Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20181004T000559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181004T000727Z
UID:1978-1540033200-1540044000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Party
DESCRIPTION:The DSPG of WNY is hosting its 6th annual Halloween Party at St. Mary’s High School on Saturday October 20 from 11:00am-2:00pm.  Costumes are encouraged.  We will share some pizza and treats while enjoying some games and a trick or treat through the halls.  Join us for a Spook-tacular time!\nCheck our website for a date or for more information contact Barbara Wakefield at bb.wakefield1@verizon.net or 716-983-2140 or register on line at  https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/halloween-party-2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/halloween-party-2/
LOCATION:St. Mary’s High School\, 142 Lavarack Avenue\, Lancaster\, NY\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180929T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180722T130713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180811T124101Z
UID:1962-1538218800-1538229600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk 2018
DESCRIPTION:Come Celebrate Saturday\, September 29th • 11am-2pm • Coca-Cola Field\nOnce again we will walk one mile around Harbor Center to celebrate National Down Syndrome Awareness Month. We are excited to have music\, a photo booth\, games and activities for children and entertainment from various local groups. To register on line click the link below or download our brochure. \n\nDownload Our Brochure\nREGISTER ON LINE\nCheck out our Facebook page or contact Gretchen White at gretchen.w@dspgwny.org or 716-465-0128 for more info.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/step-up-for-down-syndrome-walk-2018/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180917T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180722T131203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180722T131203Z
UID:1961-1537210800-1537218000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Annual Kick Off Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our Annual Meeting and Board Elections will take place Monday\, September 17 at 7PM at The Museum of Disability History. We will share our annual report\, a treasurer’s report\, and hold elections for positions on our Board of Directors. If you are interested in running for a position on the board\, please send an email to dspg@dspgwny.org. \nWe are also excited to be hosting an Open Forum with no topics off limits. We’ll have a panel of parents that have children of all ages available to share their incites and experiences.  Go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/Sept2018  to submit questions or topic ideas.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/annual-kick-off-meeting/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180812T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180606T134949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180612T135037Z
UID:1943-1534069800-1534104000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Fantasy Island Picnic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of family fun at Fantasy Island. Once again\, the DSPG will be renting a pavilion for our families to meet and eat under on Sunday\, August 12\, 2018. Tickets include all day admission to the park and lunch. The park opens at 10:30am. Lunch will be served from 12:00-1:30pm and includes hot dogs\, hamburgers\, Iitalian sausage with peppers and onions\, garden salad\, rigatoni with sauce\, watermelon and ice cream treats. Unlimited soft drinks will be served from 11:30-2:00pm. \nDue to your continued generosity\, the DSPG will again absorb a portion of each ticket sold to keep this event fun and affordable for our families. Tickets will be sold to immediate family members and grandparents for $17. The cost to families who already have season passes to Fantasy Island is only $10 per person for lunch. Children ages 2 and under are free. We ask that extended family members and friends pay $27.00 per ticket. This is still a discounted price for our group through Fantasy Island. \nTo purchase tickets on-line go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/FantasyIsland2018 or send checks made out to DSPG to Bonnie Zon\, 222 Culpepper Road\, Williamsville\, NY 14221\, by August 1st. No tickets will be sold at the park. Any questions\, please contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com\, 632-0137 or text (347) 420-4934.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/fantasy-island-picnic-2/
LOCATION:Fantasy Island\, 2400 Grand Island Blvd\, Grand Island\, NY\, 14072\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180805T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180805T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180712T143803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180712T143803Z
UID:1958-1533466800-1533477600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Santora's 90's Brunch Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Santora’s is hosting a 90’s themed brunch to raise money for the DSPG. There is no cost for the event\, but they will donate $1 for every 90’s drink sold. Come on out to support our group if you have the chance…
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/santoras-90s-brunch-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Santoras Pizza & Pub\, 7800 Transit Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180708T130500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180708T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180604T141318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180604T141402Z
UID:1941-1531055100-1531065600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:A Day at the Buffalo Bison's Game
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun family outing to the Buffalo Bison’s game on Sunday\, July 8 at 1:05 pm when the Bisons take on the Syracuse Chiefs. The tickets are free to immediate family of members of the Down Syndrome Parents Group through a generous donation. There are a limited amount of tickets available so please only order tickets if you know you will be able to use them. \nPlease RSVP by July 1\, to ensure adequate time for mail delivery. Don’t forget to include your mailing address! Email Janet Poreda at janpo788@aol.com or click on the link here https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bisons-game-2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/a-day-at-the-buffalo-bisons-game/
LOCATION:Coca Cola Field\, 275 Washington St.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14203\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180402T131128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180402T131128Z
UID:1883-1524769200-1524776400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Overview of Medicaid Changes
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our April meeting on the Medicaid Waiver program on Thursday\, April 26 at 7:00pm at the Museum of disAbility. Topics to be discussed include an overview of Medicaid\, Self-Directed Services\, the Front Door and an update about the major changes that are happening this year. Go to the link below to RSVP https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/aprilmeeting. \nWe will also have someone on hand from Cradle Beach to talk a little about their respite program and summer camp. For more information on Cradle Beach go to https://www.cradlebeach.org/staff. \nYou won’t want to miss this important meeting.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/overview-of-medicaid-changes/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180321T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180321T203000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180223T143513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180223T143919Z
UID:1873-1521653400-1521664200@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day Dinner
DESCRIPTION:World Down Syndrome Day is Wednesday March 21\, come out and celebrate with us!! \nJoin us for dinner at Santora’s Pizza Pub & Grill\, 7800 Transit Road\, Williamsville 14221\, from 5:30-8:30. The cost is $5.00 per person (children 2 and under are free) and includes pizza\, salad and pop. Other drinks can be purchased at the bar. Please go to the link below. Or contact Janet Poreda at janpo788@aol.com for tickets. \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/WDSDay-2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day-dinner/
LOCATION:Santoras Pizza & Pub\, 7800 Transit Road\, Williamsville\, NY\, 14221\, United States
CATEGORIES:For the Family,Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180304T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180304T190000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180117T204234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180118T115456Z
UID:1373-1520179200-1520190000@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Spaghetti Dinner and Basket Raffle
DESCRIPTION:The Spaghetti Dinner will take place 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. No dinner tickets will be sold at the door.  Please purchase your dinner tickets by February 26 to allow time for mail delivery.  Raffle tickets may be purchased with this form or on the day of the event.  Please contact Tricia Winnicki at trishwinnicki@gmail.com with any questions. \nClick the link below to purchase tickets or contact Tricia Winnicki at trishwinnicki@gmail.com with any questions. \n\nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/spaghetti2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/spaghetti-dinner-and-basket-raffle/
LOCATION:The Columbus Hall\, 2735 Union Road\, Cheektowaga\, NY\, 14227\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180224T170000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180117T195708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T200652Z
UID:1369-1519477200-1519491600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:UB Bulls Basketball Game
DESCRIPTION:The UB Basketball game originally scheduled for Sunday February 3\, 2018 has been changed. The new date is Saturday\, February 24\, 2018 against the Ohio Bobcasts at Alumni Arena.  It is a double header with the Women’s game at 1:00 and Men’s at 3:30.  Tickets are good for both games. \nActivities for kids and concessions will be available. For tickets contact Janet Poreda at janpo788@aol.com with your complete mailing address by February 17\, 2018 or click the link below. Immediate family only please. \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/ubbulls2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/ub-bulls-basketball-game-2/
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:20180210T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180210T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20180117T200827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180117T200902Z
UID:1370-1518283800-1518296400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Valentines Dance
DESCRIPTION:The Valentine’s Day Dance will be held on Saturday\, February 10\, 2018 from 5:30PM to 9:00PM\, at Magruders\, located at 4995 Broadway in Depew. \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. \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. \nPlease RSVP below by Monday\, February 5\, so that we can ensure adequate food and seating. \nhttps://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/valentines2018
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/valentines-dance-2/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Dance,For the Family
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180114T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20171217T183338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171217T183410Z
UID:1365-1515934800-1515945600@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Family Bowling
DESCRIPTION:Thanks to DSPG members\, the Slachciak family\, we will have a family bowling party at Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Rd.\, Grand Island\, on Sunday\, January 14\, 2018 from 1-4pm. Members will pay $8/person for bowlers and $5/ person for non-bowlers\, which includes 3 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. This is not a drop off event. If parents choose not to bowl\, they must remain at the bowling alley with their child. Mail checks made out to DSPG to Bonnie Zon\, 222 Culpepper Rd\, Williamsville\, 14221 or click this link https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bowling2018. Contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com or 632-0137 with questions.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/family-bowling-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T102059
CREATED:20171113T162941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171113T162941Z
UID:1305-1515697200-1515704400@dspgwny.org
SUMMARY:Special Needs Law Presentation
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, January 11\, 2018 DSPG member and Special Needs Lawyer\, Marcy Hagen\, will talk about special needs law at the Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main St\, Buffalo\, NY 14226. She will give an overview on what school districts are obligated to provide\, how to best advocate for your child\, the due process complaint process and answer any questions you have. Click here to RSVP and submit your questions https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/january2018.
URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/special-needs-law-presentation/
LOCATION:Museum of Disability History\, 3826 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Meeting,Seminar/Educational
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