BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Down Syndrome Parents Group of Western New York - DSPG of WNY - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dspgwny.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Down Syndrome Parents Group of Western New York - DSPG of WNY REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220322 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220402T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T130500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220710T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220807T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221001T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221029T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221112T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230118T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230128T163000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230101T172059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230101T180103Z 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 $5/person for non-bowlers\, which includes 2 hours of bowling\, shoe rental\, pizza and pop. Due to your continued generosity\, the DSPG will cover the remainder of the cost. This is not a drop off event. If parents choose not to bowl\, they must remain at the bowling alley with their child. Contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com or 716-632-0137 with any questions. URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/dspg-family-bowling-day/ LOCATION:Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Road\, Grand Island\, New York\, 14072 CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230211T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230101T171413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T163933Z UID:420744-1676138400-1676149200@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:Valentine's Dance DESCRIPTION:/*! elementor – v3.9.2 – 21-12-2022 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=”.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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230224T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230225T153000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20221215T030341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221218T160401Z UID:420600-1677312000-1677339000@dspgwny.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230227T131921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T131955Z UID:420763-1678386600-1678395600@dspgwny.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230227T010517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T011246Z UID:420751-1679418000-1679432400@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day Celebration 2023 DESCRIPTION:/*! elementor – v3.11.1 – 15-02-2023 */\n.elementor-heading-title{padding:0;margin:0;line-height:1}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title[class*=elementor-size-]>a{color:inherit;font-size:inherit;line-height:inherit}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-small{font-size:15px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-medium{font-size:19px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-large{font-size:29px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xl{font-size:39px}.elementor-widget-heading .elementor-heading-title.elementor-size-xxl{font-size:59px} \nWe are excited to celebrate World Down syndrome Day at\nYOLO Restaurant and Lounge again! Join us Monday\, March 21at 5pm\, 5841\nTransit Rd\, East Amherst 14051. Hope to see you there! 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230422T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230227T013608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T014319Z UID:420759-1682161200-1682175600@dspgwny.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230518T203000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230227T012018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230227T012214Z UID:420756-1684434600-1684441800@dspgwny.org 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230716T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230517T120224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T133301Z UID:420830-1689512400-1689523200@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:A Day at the Bisons Game DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun family outing to the Buffalo Bison’s game on Sunday\, July 16 at 1:05 pm when the Bisons take on the Toledo Mud Hens. 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 July 7\, to ensure adequate time for mail delivery. \nTo register go to https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bisons2023  URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/a-day-at-the-bisons-game-2/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230813T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230517T135006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230622T152850Z UID:420834-1691924400-1691935200@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:Summer Picnic DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of family fun on Sunday\, August 13\, 2023 from 11:00-2:00!\n /*! elementor – v3.14.0 – 18-06-2023 */\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} \nWe will meet at the George F. Lamm Post 622 located at 962 Wehrle Drive\, Williamsville\, NY 14221. \nThere will be food\, music\, games\, and lots of fun. \nPlease RSVP by August 7. \nRegister online at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/picnic2023 or Contact us with questions at dspg@dspgwny. \n  URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/summer-picnic-2/ LOCATION:George F. Lamm Post 622\, 962 Wehrle Drive\, Williamsville\, New York\, 14221 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231007T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230906T164357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T010856Z UID:420853-1696687200-1696698000@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:UB Bulls Football Game DESCRIPTION:On Saturday\, October 7\, 2023 @2PM\, we will cheer on the UB Bulls Football team as they take on the Central Michigan Chippewas. A limited number of tickets were generously donated and are free to Down Syndrome Parents Group members. Please RSVP by October 2nd.\n  \nAll tickets are electronic so there will be no paper tickets mailed out. Email dspg@dspgwny.org or register at https:// form.jotform.com/dspgwny/ubbulls-football23 URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/ub-bulls-football-game/ LOCATION:UB Alumni Arena\, 175 Webster Road \, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230929T012016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T031314Z UID:420876-1698487200-1698494400@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:Halloween Trick or Treat Trail DESCRIPTION: \nThe DSPG of WNY is hosting its 10th annual Halloween Event at Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace in Amherst\, on Saturday October 28\, 2023 from 10AM-12PM. Wear your costumes and bring your treat bags as kids will trick or treat around the back path. Costumes are encouraged! This free event is for DSPG family members and families of children who attend Bornhava.  Siblings are always welcome at all our events.\n \nRSVP by October 23 at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/trick-or-treat23 or contact Amy at amy.m@dspgwny.org with questions.\n \nWe also need volunteers to hand out candy. If you have an older child with a disability that wants to volunteer we will match them up with a typical peer. \n /*! elementor – v3.16.0 – 20-09-2023 */\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} URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/halloween-trick-or-treat-trail-2/ LOCATION:Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231104T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230929T012802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230929T031401Z UID:420877-1699120800-1699131600@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:Fall Dance DESCRIPTION:Come dance the night away with us on Saturday\, November 4\, 2023 from 6PM to 9PM\, at Magruders Restaurant\, 4995 Broadway in Depew.  There will be a charge of $5 per person\, to cover the food provided by the DSPG. Food will include: pizza\, salad\, snacks\, and drinks. If you would like to bring a dish to pass\, please do so.  Dances have been so well attended that we are requiring a RSVP to ensure we are within the venue’s capacity limits. Please do not bring additional guests. Parents and guardians are expected to stay for the duration of the event as we do not have staff to supervise individuals who are dropped off. Thank you for your understanding.  Register by October 29 at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/fall-dance-23. If you would like to sign up with cash or check or have any questions\, please feel free to contact Wendy at weedyslisz@yahoo.com.\n/*! elementor – v3.16.0 – 20-09-2023 */\n.elementor-widget-image{text-align:center}.elementor-widget-image a{display:inline-block}.elementor-widget-image a img[src$=”.svg”]{width:48px}.elementor-widget-image img{vertical-align:middle;display:inline-block} URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/fall-dance-4/ LOCATION:Magruders Restaurant\, 4995 Broadway\, Depew\, NY\, 14043\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Dance,For the Family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240117T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240109T035853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T040942Z UID:421425-1705516200-1705521600@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:Annual Meeting and Advocacy Workshop DESCRIPTION:Annual Meeting and Advocacy Workshop\n \nOur Annual Meeting will be held on Wednesday\, January 17\, 2024 from 6:30-8:00pm at Bornhava which is located at 25 Chateau Terrace in Amherst. This will be a joint meeting with members of the DSPG and parents of children who attend Bornhava. \nAgenda: \n\nGuest Speaker: Vickie Rubin\, M.S Ed. is a parent of adult with special needs and an award-winning author of the book Raising Jess: A Story of Hope. Vickie will present on “Skills for Effective Advocacy.” Before writing her book\, Vickie was the director of the Early Childhood Direction Center (ECDC) for Oishei Children’s Hospital\, Kaleida Health.\nGeneral Meeting: Annual report on the state of the DSPG followed by vote on Board elections.\n\nPlease RSVP by 1/12  at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/jan24 URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/annual-meeting-and-advocacy-workshop/ LOCATION:Bornhava\, 25 Chateau Terrace\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Event,Guest Speaker END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240210T210000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240109T040659Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240109T042600Z UID:421428-1707588000-1707598800@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:2024 Valentine's Day Dance DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day Dance \nThe Valentine’s Day Dance will be held on Saturday\, February 10\, 2024 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM\, at Magruders restaurant\, located at 4995 Broadway in Depew. \nThe DSPG will be charging a fee of $5 per person and will provide food including: pizza\, salad\, and drinks. Please bring a side dish or dessert to share. \nDances have been so well attended that we are requiring a RSVP (see form below) to ensure that we are within capacity limits of the venue and we can ensure adequate food and seating. 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. \nThank you for your understanding. If you would like to sign up with cash or check or have any questions please feel free to contact us at dspgwny@gmail.com. \nPlease RSVP by Tuesday\, February 6 at https://form.jotform.com/dspgwny/ValentineDance24 URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/2024-valentines-day-dance/ LOCATION:Magruders Restaurant\, 4995 Broadway\, Depew\, NY\, 14043\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,For the Family END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240322 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240310T164845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T165017Z UID:421508-1710979200-1711065599@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:All day event at PJ Cools Ice Cream Shoppe DESCRIPTION:PJ Cools will be selling Blue & Yellow treats all day long with proceeds going to the DSPG of Western New York.\nStop by at 6160 Transit Rd\, Depew\, NY (716-288-7193).\nSpecial guests Princess Belle and The Wolverine from X-MEN will be here to say hi to everyone from 5-7 pm!!!!!  URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/all-day-event-at-pj-cools-ice-cream-shoppe/ LOCATION:NY END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240307T165234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T165724Z UID:421464-1711040400-1711040400@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:2024 World Down Syndrome Day DESCRIPTION:The owners of YOLO Restaurant and Lounge\, 5841 Transit Rd\, East Amherst\, will once again host a World Down Syndrome Day celebration March 21 at 5pm. \nHope to see you there! URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/2024-world-down-syndrome-day/ LOCATION:YOLO Restaurant and Lounge\, 5841 Transit Rd\, East Amherst\, NY\, 14051\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240323T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240307T170039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T170403Z UID:421472-1711206000-1711213200@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:2024 World Down Syndrome Day Family Bowling DESCRIPTION:March 23 – World Down Syndrome Day Family Bowling \nJoin us at Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Rd. Grand Island\, on Saturday\, March 23 from 3-5pm to celebrate World Down Syndrome Day! \n$10/person for bowlers and $5/person for non-bowlers includes two hours of bowling\, shoe rental\, pizza and pop. Due to your generosity\, the DSPG will cover the remainder of the cost. \nThis event is for immediate family members. If parents choose not to bowl\, they must remain at the bowling alley with their child. \nPlease RSVP by March 16. Register online at form.jotform.com/dspgwny/bowling2024 or Contact Bonnie at bonzon1102@aol.com or 632-0137 with questions.. Checks can be made out to DSPG and mailed to Bonnie Zon\, 222 Culpepper Rd\, Williamsville\, 14221. URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/2024-world-down-syndrome-day-family-bowling/ LOCATION:Mallwitz’s Island Lanes\, 1887 Whitehaven Road\, Grand Island\, New York\, 14072 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240307T170737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T014945Z UID:421485-1715796000-1715803200@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:2024 Skills for Effective Advocacy DESCRIPTION:On Wednesday\, May 15\, 2024 at 6:00-8:00pm at Amherst Community Center located at 4255 Harlem Rd\, Buffalo\, NY 14226. \nVickie will present on “Skills for Effective Advocacy.” Vickie Rubin\, M.S Ed. is a parent of adult with special needs and an award-winning author of the book Raising Jess: A Story of Hope. Before writing her book\, Vickie was the director of the Early Childhood Direction Center (ECDC) for Oishei Children’s Hospital\, Kaleida Health. A light dinner will be provided. \nThis will be a joint meeting with members of the DSPG and parents of children who attend Bornhava. \nPlease RSVP by 5/10. URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/2024-skills-for-effective-advocacy/ LOCATION:Amherst Community Center\, 4255 Harlem Rd.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14226 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20240307T171622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T171622Z UID:421487-1716278400-1716310800@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:2024 Developmental Disability Day DESCRIPTION:May 21 – Developmental Disability Day\nThe 36th Annual Developmental Disability Awareness Day will be held on Tuesday\, May 21\, 2024 at the Niagara Falls Convention Center. https://www.ddday.org/ URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/2024-developmental-disability-day/ LOCATION:Niagara Falls Convention Center\, 101 Old Falls Street\, Niagara Falls\, NY\, 14303 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T102836 CREATED:20230802T145055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T202500Z UID:420849-1728122400-1728136800@dspgwny.org SUMMARY:Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk 2024 DESCRIPTION:We are excited for our 17th year! We will be back at Canalside from 11am-2pm (registration starts at 10am) with more food trucks\, games\, dancing with Fitness Ability and music by Strictly Hip!. Registration is $15 and includes a $5 food truck voucher and a free t-shirt if registration is received before September 8. \n \n REGISTER\n \n \n VOLUNTEER\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\nThank You! URL:https://dspgwny.org/event/step-up-for-down-syndrome-2023/ LOCATION:Canalside\, 44 Prime Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States CATEGORIES:Annual Event,For the Family,Fundraiser END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR