Upcoming Events
April |
Rockin’ Rachel’s Spaghetti Dinner
DATE: CANCELLED Where: Baden United Methodist Church | 420 Dippold Avenue, Baden, PA Please join us for a spaghetti dinner sponsored by the family and friends of Rachel Smith, born 3.21.12 with trisomy 21. Includes spaghetti, salad, garlic bread and desserts. Takeout is available. Also featuring a Chinese auction, bake sale, free cotton candy for the kids and a visit from Star Wars characters! All proceeds benefit the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh PRESALE: Adults $10.00 | Kids (4 – 12) $5.00 Day of Event: Adults $12.00 | Kids (4 – 12) $6.00 Please contact Ray Smith @ rockinracheltix@comcast.net for more information Please note the above event is NOT hosted by DSAP |
May |
Tri21-4DS: a Walk/Run/Bike Event
DATE: CANCELLED WHERE: Riverfront Park, 70 Riverfront Drive, Millvale, PA 15209 Choose one of the three activities to participate in: a 2-mile fun walk, a 5-mile run, or a 10-mile bike ride. $30 Registration for adults, $15 for students, children under 10 are free and participants with a disability are FREE. To register, visit https://tinyurl.com/uxmke8x. Please note the above event is NOT hosted by DSAP |
June |
Football Camp for the Stars
Date: CANCELLED Due to COVID-19, the Board of Directors has decided to cancel this event for 2020. The Football Camp for the Stars is especially for athletes with Down Syndrome ages 14 & up who love football. With instruction from NFL football players, along with NFL, college and prep school coaches, athletes learn the fundamentals that put them in the middle of the action, resulting in an authentic football experience. NDSC Annual Convention Date: June 25-28, 2020 Where: CANCELLED Due to COVID-19, this event has been cancelled in New Orleans. Details about other options will be announced soon. Each year, thousands of people from across the globe attend the NDSC Annual Convention. For most, it’s to hear the latest information from world-renowned experts. For others, it’s a great vacation. However, for nearly all, there’s the one-of-a-kind NDSC “giant family reunion” feeling that permeates the convention weekend. For more information and to register, visit https://www.ndsccenter.org/annual-convention/ Please note the above event is NOT hosted by DSAP |
July |
Zoo Day
Time: July 11, 2020 | 11:00 am – 4:00 pm Where: Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium | 7370 Baker St, Pittsburgh, PA 15206 Join us for the Down Syndrome Association of Pittsburgh’s 3rd Annual Picnic at the Pittsburgh Zoo! |
August |
DSAP Idlewild Day
Time: August 9, 2020 Where: Idlewild Park | 2574 US-30, Ligonier, PA 15658 Save the date, more details to come! |
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Previous Events
March |
World Down Syndrome Day Dance
EVENT CANCELLED 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 Join us for a DSAP Benefit Dinner on Thursday, January 23 at Casbah Restaurant in Shadyside. All proceeds benefit DSAP. |
November
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Holiday Party
Time: November 30, 2019 | 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Where: Printscape Arena at Southpointe | 114 Southpointe Blvd, Canonsburg, PA 15317 Join the members of DSAP for fun, games, ice skating & pictures with Santa at our second annual holiday party. Opportunity for Parents of Children Ages 2 and under to Connect Parent Support Group Meeting Time: November 15, 2019 | 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Where: UPMC Children’s | Rangos Auditorium, 4401 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224 This parent support group meeting is for expectant parents and families with children with Down syndrome ages two years and under to come together to connect. We will hear from other parents about their experiences as well as have opportunities to meet other families who are all traveling similar journeys. We will also have a variety of desserts to enjoy together. Parents may bring their young children. No childcare will be provided. Parent Support Group Sessions are graciously sponsored by: FedEx Ground, get up for downs, & UPMC Special Olympics Young Athletes Session at Pitt Time: November 9, 2019 | 10:00 am – 11:00 am Where: The William Pitt Union Rm. 501 | 3959 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Special Olympics Young Athletes ™ is a free inclusive sports play program for children aged 2-7. Young Athletes ™ is an early introduction to sports and to the world of Special Olympics, where children enjoy games and activities that develop motor skills and eye coordination. Please note the above event was NOT hosted by DSAP |
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