Upcoming Events

Oct
5
Sat
2024 DELCO Inclusive Dance
Oct 5 @ 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
2024 DELCO Inclusive Dance

Upper Chichester Township and the Upper Chichester Police Department are welcoming children of all abilities in Delaware County to come together for a fun and inclusive Dance!

Join us and your Delco Community for our FREE “Adaptive Dance Party” for ages Kindergarten-12 years old and our Club Inclusive” for 13-21-year old’s!

DATE: Saturday, October 5, 2024
TIME: 12PM-5PM
LOCATION:Β 8500 Furey Rd, Aston, PA 19014

 

Registration is REQUIRED
Visit: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/uumGRgh

We have taken special care to ensure that the event is sensory-friendly and accessible for all!

REGISTER TODAY

Oct
15
Tue
Sign Up for Winter Sports
Oct 15 @ 9:00 am – Nov 15 @ 9:00 am

We can already hear those jingle bells and the crunch of snow. πŸ”” οΈβ˜ƒοΈ
Special Olympics Pennsylvania’s Winter Sports Season registration is officially open!

Our winter season includes β›·οΈπŸŽ³πŸ‚:
– Alpine Skiing
– Figure skating
– Speedskating
– Floor Hockey/Floorball
– Snowboarding
– Snowshoeing
– Bowling

Whether you’re a new or returning athlete, sign up TODAY using this link below.

SIGN UP HERE

Oct
17
Thu
DS Awareness Month Fundraiser: Chick-Fil-A @ Chick-Fil-A Springfield Park
Oct 17 @ 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm

πŸ’™πŸ’›Come out and help us celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month and raise money for our Delco DSIG!

πŸ“ŒChick-Fil-A Springfield Park, 805 Baltimore Pike, Springfield, PA.
πŸ—“οΈΒ Thursday, October 17, 2024
⏰ 5-8pm

Be sure to mention our group at ordering or click on the event via mobile ordering!
Spread the word!

Oct
19
Sat
RADICAL INCLUSION
Oct 19 @ 7:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Oct
26
Sat
DelcoDSIG & The DiCamillo Family Present: LET’S PLAY! @ Ancona Montessori School
Oct 26 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
DelcoDSIG & The DiCamillo Family Present: LET'S PLAY! @ Ancona Montessori School

AGES:Β 0-5
DATE: Oct. 26th, 2024
TIME: 10:00am – 11:00am
LOCATION: Ancona Montessori School,Β 5290 Township Line Rd, Drexel Hill, PA 19026.

Please join us for the long awaited, much anticipated, twice rescheduled 0-5 story time! Ancona Montessori is proud to host a morning of silly spooky crafts, stories, songs, and snacks just in time for Halloween. Please RSVP to [email protected] with the number of adults/ kiddos attending and any allergies we should be aware of. Can’t wait to have a scary good time with you and your family!

(Please note is a 0-5 event only. This location is no longer available for the proposed DCDSIG Halloween party as their larger meeting hall is unavailable).

Nov
3
Sun
Run for Homies with Bonus Chromies 5K @ Ridley Creek State Park/ Pavilion #11
Nov 3 @ 9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Run for Homies with Bonus Chromies 5K @ Ridley Creek State Park/ Pavilion #11

Date of Race: Sunday, November 3 , 2024
CourseΒ  Certification Number: PA190003NP
Name of Event: 5K Run for Homies With Bonus Chromies
Location of Event: Ridley Creek State Park, Area 11

Proceeds go directly to the Delaware County Down Syndrome Interest group to be used for health initiatives, family training, educational activities and social gatherings for members and their families.

Race Details: Please join us on Sunday, November 3, 2024 at Ridley Creek State Park (picnic Area 11) for the fifth annual 5K Run for Homies with Bonus Chromies presented by InkAway Laser Tattoo Removal to benefit the Down Syndrome Interest Group of Delaware County. This course is USATF certified. Walkers are also welcomed to join!

Date and time: Race Day packet pickup and registration will take place from 8:15 am- 9:15 am. Race begins at 9:30 am

Awards: Top 1-3 Male and Female; $150.00 to 1st place finisher, $75.00 to 2nd place finisher, $50.00 to 3rd place finisher.

Swag: TShirt ****We cannot guarantee shirt sizes for participants registered after 10/21/2024****

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

πŸ“… Date: November 23rd, 2024: 2-6PM
πŸ“ 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 warmthβ€”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 you’re looking for a fantastic barber who understands and values inclusively, check out Ausome Cutz. Let’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! It’s finally happening again! Make sure to save the date for this fun, Co-Ed event, open to members AND our amazing community!
If you’re looking for ways to help support our group, this is it! We’re looking for baskets/prizes to raffle off. If you’re willing/able to donate, please respond below. Shares of this post are always helpful too! As always, thank you for your support πŸ’™πŸ’›
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 – 6:00 pm

πŸ“… 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 you’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 – 11:59 pm

πŸŽ‰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.

πŸ—“οΈSaturday, February 8, 2025
πŸ“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.

πŸ’™πŸ’›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.

πŸ™ŒπŸ½What 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!

πŸ’°All applications must be received by Monday, December 2, 2024, to be eligible for the DSIG sponsorship.