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Events

​Upcoming Events


October

Pittsburgh Buddy Walk
Dates
: TBD
Where: Highmark Stadium
Date and details TBD.
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March

​World Down Syndrome Day Virtual Dance
Date: Sunday March 21, 2021
When: 3PM-5PM; 5PM "After Party with Mikayla Holmgren"
Where: Virtual - Zoom Dance Party
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To view all the details, visit the World Down Syndrome Day World Down Syndrome Day Page under the Events Tab above.

December

​DSAP's 3rd Annual Holiday Party (On Wheels!)
Date: Sunday, December 6

The Annual DSAP Holiday Party is one of our favorite events of the year.  While gathering in a community space has proven impossible for 2020, we are thrilled to be able to celebrate through this alternative approach.  Please join us for a very special, drive-thru caravan through the Pittsburgh Zoo.  An evening of themed light displays, classic “frosted” characters, and carols await us!  The drive will be guided by a themed audio tour as thousands of environmentally friendly LED lights transform the park in an unforgettable winter wonderland. 
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Please RSVP by Friday, November 20th.

When you register, please select a specific start time for your vehicle.  DSAP will mail you your ticket (one per vehicle).  This ticket will be required by Zoo Staff to enter the event.  
*Please note, Zoo Lights is not a private DSAP event. DSAP has reserved a grouping of tickets on Sunday, December 6.

Cookie Sponsor for
Holiday Party:

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October​

​​Virtual Pittsburgh Buddy Walk
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Date
: Saturday October 3
Where: Anywhere!

The 26th Annual Pittsburgh Buddy Walk will be held on Saturday October 3, 2020. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, our greatest priority is to keep our community safe and healthy, and therefore the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh will be hosting a virtual walk! From a distance we can make a difference! You can walk, bike, run, swim, or roll your Buddy Walk. We are asking each team to follow the CDC and your local health department guidelines. With your support and involvement, the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh can fund the specialized medical care provided to all ages with Ds at the Down Syndrome Center of Western PA; provide meaningful resources, educational opportunities, and support to families/caregivers of individuals with Ds; as well as host programs and events for our Down syndrome community. With your paid registration, you will receive a free T-shirt(while supplies last)!
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Invite your friends, family, and even pets to join us as we promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome! 

Visit the Buddy Walk Pages here or view under the Events Tab above. To create your team, sponsor, donate, or register, visit buddywalk.dsapgh.org.  #2020PGHBW

​​Virtual Town Hall Meetings
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Date
: Two meeting options held virtually over Zoom:
Tuesday Oct. 20 at 7:00PM - Click Here to Register
Saturday Oct. 24 at 3:00PM - Click Here to Register

The Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh (DSAP) Board of Directors (BOD) would like to invite you to join in one of the DSAP Town Hall Meetings. We will be sharing a summary of the survey results, answer any questions, and have an open discussion on next steps for our organization. The discussion will be led by Angela Caldwell from the BOD.

Once registered for either event, you will receive an emailed link with the Zoom link to join in the conversation. Looking forward to seeing you there! Any questions, email info@dsapgh.org.
Where: Anywhere!

September

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Virtual Fitness Opportunities
Date: Beginning the week of September 14 for 10 weeks

BuddyUp Tennis has 3 different course offerings:
  • Kickboxing (Ages 10+): Tuesdays from 6-7PM
  • Zumba (All Ages): Thursdays from 6-7PM
  • Fitness (Ages 10+): Saturdays from 11:30AM-12:30PM
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DSAP is covering the costs of this program for our families. Click here to register or email info@dsapgh.org by September 8.

June

​Football Camp for the Stars
Date: June 26 at 6PM
Where: Virtual Event on our Facebook Page

Due to COVID-19 and the safety of our players, we are cancelling our in-person camp for 2020. However, we would like to invite you to a virtual event on Friday, June 26 starting at 6PM right here on Facebook. Share your favorite pictures of past camps and post your favorite memories. You can also email those to info@dsapgh.org and we can share for you. Also be watching for a special guest appearance too!
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NDSC Annual Convention
Date: May 11-June 27
Where: Virtual
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Join us May 11 through June 27 for the NDSC 2020 Convention From Your Couch.  This virtual event will offer programming and interactions for the entire family.  While we’ll miss seeing everyone in person, we are planning a top-notch learning experience along with opportunities to socialize!
  • Beginning the week of May 11, we will present 3-4 new, one-hour workshops per week.
  • Plus, we will be offering five Deep Dive Sessions over the course of the event. These 3-hour interactive workshops, presented by world-renowned speakers, are designed for those interested in gaining more in-depth knowledge and engaging in discussion with an expert on a specific topic. Deep Dive Sessions are not recorded.
  • Starting in June, we will kick-off Youth & Adult workshops, spotlights, and of course, the talent show!  There will also be sessions just for siblings in a virtual Brothers & Sisters Conference, along with the opportunity to attend Sharing Sessions designed for your individual ages and stages.
  • Take a scroll through our Virtual Exhibit Hall.
  • The multi-week event will culminate with a full-day virtual event on Saturday, June 27, that will include Advocacy Training Boot Camp; Membership Meeting; Awards Presentation; Plenary with Keynote speaker, Zack Gottsagen; and a Zoom 321 Dance Party.
Registration is just $49 per household. Optional Deep Dive Sessions may be purchased as add-ons for just $19 each.  You can also purchase Convention From Your Couch t-shirts for $19 each, inc. shipping. (The deadline to purchase t-shirts, as well as register for Y&A and B&S programming, is June 1st)
If this will be your first NDSC Convention, we hope to give you a glimpse of the magic that our one-of-a-kind event holds. While we will miss seeing everyone in person, we will still provide a meaningful 2020 convention and hope that you are making plans to join us in Phoenix – July 8-11, 2021!

For more information and to register, click here

Please note the above event is NOT hosted by DSAP

​March

World Down Syndrome Day Dance
EVENT CANCELLED
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Families – as we are sure you are aware, public concern over community health is high. The Western Pennsylvania Down Syndrome community is no different.  In an abundance of caution for our children and our families, the World Down Syndrome Day Dance scheduled for Friday, March 21, 2020 has been cancelled. It is the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh Board’s hope and intention to schedule a similar event later in the calendar year. We are grateful for the many efforts by our families who secured support and in-kind donations for the event; your kindness and effort are valued and deeply appreciated.  Dance ticket purchases will be refunded. Purchasers can expect to see their account credited in approximately 7-10 business days.

January

Benefit Dinner
Time
: January 23, 2020 | 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Where: Casbah Restaurant | 229 S Highland Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15206
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Join us for a DSAP Benefit Dinner on Thursday, January 23 at Casbah Restaurant in Shadyside. All proceeds benefit DSAP.


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Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh
2211 Lesnett Rd, Unit 12864, Pittsburgh, PA 15241
Phone: (412) 565-9936                 
Email: info@dsapgh.org
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      • Medical Care Guidelines for Adults with Down Syndrome
      • Adult Medical Checklist
  • Programming
    • Family Connection Program
    • Speaker Series
    • Speaker Series Playback
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    • World Down Syndrome Day >
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