New Families Meetup - New babies 0-2 and siblings
Down Syndrome Connections and GiGi’s Playhouse want to shower our new families with a little love!
The whole family is welcome to join us on Saturday, March 14 for a meet and greet focused on answering your questions, meeting the needs of new families, and bonding with others who are on the same - new! - journey.
Food is provided; siblings are welcome!
RSVP required.
Mondays in March: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
For individuals with Down syndrome and other DD/IDD, ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
*The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
March Classes March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Joint WDSD Celebration
Celebrate with Down Syndrome Connections and GiGi’s Playhouse Las Vegas
Mondays in March: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
For individuals with Down syndrome and other DD/IDD, ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
*The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
March Classes March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
Moms Night Out Meetup at Pkway Tavern Flamingo
Everybody is welcome here <3
Join some of #theluckyfew moms at our Moms Night Out.
In March we’re going to be in Summerlin at the Pkway Tavern on Flamingo, just east of the 215.
You will get a free happy hour appetizer and soft drink - bring your own $ or card if you want an adult beverage or different food from the menu.
These meetups always bring so much information-sharing and offer an opportunity to connect with other parents. The event is from 4-6 pm but please come whenever you can make it - RSVP required so we can grab enough seats!
Questions? Call or text Carolee at 702-372-7806
Annual Egg Hunt for Down Syndrome Connections Community (Free - all ages)
Down Syndrome Connections will have its annual egg hunt at Fox Hill Park on Sunday March 29 from 4-6 pm. People of all ages with trisomy 21, their siblings and friends are invited to participate.
Enjoy an afternoon of playing together - don’t forget to bring a basket to collect some eggs. This is a great park; we will have some fun and games available in addition to the egg hunt.
Join us for a relaxing afternoon with #theluckyfew!
This is event is NOT open to the public, it is for the Down Syndrome Connections community.
Mondays in March: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
For individuals with Down syndrome and other DD/IDD, ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
*The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
March Classes March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Mondays in March: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
For individuals with Down syndrome and other DD/IDD, ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
*The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
March Classes March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Free Webinar: Creating a Lifecare Plan; Their Tomorrow Starts with Our Choices Today
Do you need a will? A trust? A special needs trust? What about an ABLE account? Who will be your successor caregiver??? Struggling with what you need to do to make sure your loved one is taken care of throughout their lifetime? This session will give you an overview of the steps that make up a full plan, knowing that we all need more help in some areas than others.
Jennie Dopp with Caring Tide spoke at DSConnect25 last October and got rave reviews from those who attended her session. Because the topic is SO IMPORTANT, we’re bringing you another session - this time ONLINE.
Jennie will be doing a 3-hour Deep Dive at the National Down Syndrome Congress Convention in July in Orlando - you get to hear her without having to leave home!
This session explores essential elements such as support networks, emergency planning, financial strategies, benefits, estate planning, housing costs, employment, caregiving, and strategies for independence. You’ll leave with practical tools and resources to confidently prepare for your loved one’s long-term care and answer the question, “What will happen when I can no longer provide care?”
We hope you will take the time to attend this inforamtive event! Click below to RSVP.
Mondays in March: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
For individuals with Down syndrome and other DD/IDD, ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
*The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
March Classes March 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30.
Mondays in February: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
Feb Classes Feb 2, 9, and 23. No class Feb 16 due to Presidents Day Holiday.
Mondays in February: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
Feb Classes Feb 2, 9, and 23. No class Feb 16 due to Presidents Day Holiday.
Pancakes With Princesses
MORE TICKETS HAVE BEEN ADDED FOR BOTH SEATINGS.
Invite your family, friends and teachers to join you for the 4th Annual Pancakes with Princesses breakfast. Princesses, princes, super heroes and special guests will join us for a fun morning, good food and great company!
Tickets are $10 for children 3-9, $15 for those 10 or older; 2 and under are free.
Applebee’s staff cooks and plates the breakfast of pancakes, scrambled eggs and sausage. DSC volunteers seat guests and deliver meals, accompanied by coffee, orange juice or water.
Wear your costumes! Tickets can be purchased at the link in the button below.
Mondays in February: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
An hour of movement and music for exercise and fun, with occasional performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
Feb Classes Feb 2, 9, and 23. No class Feb 16 due to Presidents Day Holiday.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
Mondays in January: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
Feb Classes Feb 2, 9, and 23. No class Feb 16 due to Presidents Day Holiday.
ART for ALL - Puppet Making & Perform All ages and abilities welcome
Puppet Making Perform!
Mom’s Night Out
Moms and other caregivers: We all deserve a little fun night out! Parkway Tavern at Centennial has a great Happy Hour!
Join DSCNV at a comfy get together to hang out with other #luckyfew moms. DSC will buy soft drinks and Happy Hour apps. Bring your own $ if you want to buy an adult beverage or other food.
Please RSVP so we know how many seats we will need!
Questions? Call or text Lisa at 702-875-5007.
Mondays in January: Dance and Make Friends, A Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
Remaining January Classes Jan 12, and 29. No class Dec 19 due to MLK Jr. Holiday.
Mondays in January: Dance and Make Friends, A *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
Experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and hang out with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below before your individual participates. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
JANUARY CLASSES Jan 5, 12 and 26. No class Jan 19 due to MLK Jr. Holiday.
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
DSC Night at the Magical Forest
THURSDAY DECEMBER 11
Join us in supporting Opportunity Village and the great work they do for individuals with Down syndrome! Enjoy a couple hours with our #theluckyfew families, enjoying rides and the beautiful lights and sights of the Magical Forest.
Down Syndrome Connections is offering free admission, up to three tickets per family, to the Magical Forest on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 5:00 pm.
Each family can have up to three tickets for people ages 4 and up (children under 3 are free) - one of the tickets must be for an individual with Down syndrome. We will meet at 5:15 pm in the parking lot between Opportunity Village and the CSN campus to take a group photo. Food and drink and gift purchases are optional, and not included in your ticket.
Have more than 3 people? Groupon has tickets for just $19.35.
A limited number of free tickets are available! Register using the button below.
Happy holidays from the DSCNV Board of Directors and Advisory Board!
Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 8, 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
Mondays in December Dance with DSC and SUPA! *Very low cost* fun weekly dance class, Mondays 5-6 pm
Ages teen and up - Straight Up Abilities (SUPA) and Down Syndrome Connections have teamed up with the City of Las Vegas for a weekly adaptive dance class that combines movement with communication and friendship-building activities to enhance new friendships amongst the participants.
SUPA’s experienced dance staff uses movement and music for exercise and fun, with performances scheduled to show off our talented dancers’ moves.
THIS IS A DROP OFF EVENT, but you are welcome to stay and watch through the one way glass and chit chat with other parents. This is a warm and very welcoming group, we hope you can join!
The cost is $10 total for a six month period. The first class is free, but you need to fill out the City of Las Vegas registration form below. Please note there is no class when City of LV is closed.
Any questions, contact Lisa at 702-875-5007.
DECEMBER CLASSES Dec 1, 8, 15 and 22. No class Dec 29 due to DSC Anniversary Party.
DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5: Six Tips to Turn “No” Into “Yes”
Join Down Syndrome Connections in collaboration with NV Pep for the last in a series of webinars for our younger families.
Part 3 of DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5:
Six Tips to Turn “No” Into “Yes”
Parents, your voice matters! Are you tired of being told “No” when trying to get help for your child? You are the expert on your child, and you understand your child’s needs and strengths best. We will discuss the parents’ role in communication, advocacy, and effective partnership with the professionals that support their children. Learn how to get the needed supports and services with these six amazing strategies!
A Little Extra PT with Kat Ages 0-6 plus Siblings
Get in some extra PT and hang out with the lucky few!
DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5: Positive Behavioral Supports for Families
Join Down Syndrome Connections in collaboration with NV Pep for the second in a series of webinars for our younger families.
Part 2 of DSC Bright Beginnings Virtual Workshops Series for Ages 0- 5:
Positive Behavioral Supports for Families.
Do you need new ideas to support your child’s behavior? This webinar will help parents understand how their child's behavior is often their way to communicate. Learn evidence-based practices to teach your child positive behavior skills that can lead to improvements in social and emotional skills, self-regulation, and a decrease in challenging behavior.
Hoop Camp Oct 25-26 (two different days, two different locations)
You can click on the button below
Community partner Hoop Camp is coming back October 25-26 at two different venues. To register got to the linnk below to sign up with Hoop Camp directly! This is not a DSC event, but it should be lots of fun!
LuckyFew Night Out at Lazy Dog
When you dine in OR dine out at the Downtown Summerlin location on October 24, 15% of your check will go to Down Syndrome Connections to support our programs. See the flyer below for instructions for this all day event!
Don’t forget to mention the code to your server!