Upcoming Events

Nov
23
Sat
Supporting Local: Ausome Cutz Gives Back to the Community!
Nov 23 @ 2:00 pm โ€“ 6:00 pm
Supporting Local: Ausome Cutz Gives Back to the Community!

๐Ÿ“… Date: November 23rd, 2024: 2-6PM
๐Ÿ“ Location: Lucien Blackwell Community Center 761 N. 47th St. Philadelphia PA 19139

Did you know that Ausome Cutz offers free haircuts to boys with Autism? Ronald, the barber, is an absolute gem! Not only does he provide this amazing service, but he also does so with a smile and a relaxed vibe. He even cut my daughter’s hair with the same care and warmthโ€”proof that kindness has no limits!

This small business is making a big impact by giving back to the community, and we want to support them! If youโ€™re looking for a fantastic barber who understands and values inclusively, check out Ausome Cutz. Letโ€™s show some love to businesses that truly care.

CONTACT 267-225-6324 FOR MORE INFO

Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group COED Bingo @ Brookhaven Community Center
Nov 23 @ 6:00 pm
The wait is over! Itโ€™s finally happening again! Make sure to save the date for this fun, Co-Ed event, open to members AND our amazing community!
If youโ€™re looking for ways to help support our group, this is it! Weโ€™re looking for baskets/prizes to raffle off. If youโ€™re willing/able to donate, please respond below. Shares of this post are always helpful too! As always, thank you for your support ๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›
This coed event is open to members and non-members of our group! The more the merrier, but you must be 21 years or older to attend!
Prizes will include 5 designer bags and 5 various other items!
Activities will include: bingo, raffle items, 50/50, & more! Bring your own food, drinks, and alcohol. Please, no glass!
More information will follow about purchasing tickets. For now, save the date, and RSVP, so you will get all of the most up to date information!
Thank you, in advance, for your support of raising awareness for Down syndrome and money for our organization. Money will be used for family training, educational activities, social gatherings, and health initiatives for the members and their families.
Nov
30
Sat
Join Us for the BBB Photography Holiday Photoshoot
Nov 30 @ 1:00 pm โ€“ 6:00 pm

๐Ÿ“… Date: November 30th, 2024

The holidays are just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate than with a festive photo shoot for your family or loved ones? We’re excited to offer this special event for the Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest Group, and we would love for you to be part of it!

What to Expect:

  • A fun, welcoming atmosphere for all ages and abilities
  • Holiday-themed backdrops and props
  • A chance to make lasting memories and connect with our community

How to Participate:
Whether youโ€™re looking for a family photo for your holiday cards or just want to spread some cheer, this is a great way to come together and celebrate the season with others who share the same values of love, inclusion, and joy.

CONTACT 267-571-9036 FOR MORE INFO

Dec
2
Mon
Exciting Opportunity: DelcoDSIG to Sponsor 5 Teachers for National Down Syndrome Congress Educators Conference!
Dec 2 @ 12:00 am โ€“ 11:59 pm

๐ŸŽ‰We are so excited to share this wonderful opportunity that is available for our local Down syndrome community!

Delco DSIG, and a few other local organizations, have partnered with The National Down Syndrome Congress to bring the Greater Philadelphia Region Educators Conference to our area.

๐Ÿ—“๏ธSaturday, February 8, 2025
๐Ÿ“Riverfront Events/ Wilmington, Delaware

This unique conference offers practical, research-based strategies that general and special education teachers can immediately implement to support students with intellectual disabilities, including Down syndrome.

๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’›What’s even more exciting… DelcoDSIG is looking to SPONSOR FIVE Delco teachers. We will cover the entire registration fee for five teachers in our area.

๐Ÿ™Œ๐ŸฝWhat you can do…. Share this flyer and sponsorship application link with your child’s special education teacher. The more teachers we can get to this conference, the more support our members’ teachers have to work with our community now and in the future!

๐Ÿ’ฐAll applications must be received by Monday, December 2, 2024, to be eligible for the DSIG sponsorship.

Dec
7
Sat
Delco AXE House Presents: Free Sensory Friendly Visit With Santa
Dec 7 @ 11:00 am โ€“ 1:00 pm
Delco AXE House Presents: Free Sensory Friendly Visit With Santa

๐Ÿ“… Date: December 7, 2024: 11AM-1PM

This is a FREE Sensory Friendly Santa Visit for families of children of special needs at DELCO AXE HOUSE BROOMALL. This Event is Sponsored by- A Flick of the Wrist, Delco Axe House.

Must sign up @ SignupGenius to secure your spot.
We are looking for more business sponsors to help the cost of bringing Santa to families of special needs for free!

SIGN UP NOW

Dec
10
Tue
The 2024 DSIG Holiday Party ๐ŸŽ @ Paxon Hollow Country Club
Dec 10 @ 6:00 pm โ€“ 9:00 pm