Upcoming Events

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
22
Tue
Special Olympics Fundraiser at Iron Hill in Media, Oct. 22nd. @ Iron Hill Brewery in Media, PA.
Oct 22 @ 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm

πŸ“ŒIron Hill Brewery in Media, PA.
πŸ—“οΈΒ Tuesday, October 22, 2024
⏰ 5-9pm

Special Olympics is hosting a fundraiser to support all of their wonderful programs. Please join us at Iron Hill Brewery in Media on Tuesday, October 22, 2024!

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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
6
Wed
2024 DelcoDSIG Linvilla Hayride @ Linvilla Orchards
Nov 6 @ 6:15 pm – 9:00 pm
2024 DelcoDSIG Linvilla Hayride @ Linvilla Orchards

Join us for a fun fall evening at Linvilla Orchards! DelcoDSIG members are invited to the Party Area of Linvilla, where the hayride will be departing from. Arrive at 6:15 pm sharp so we can load the hayride before it leaves at 6:30. After the hayride, we will return to the party area for a campfire, roasting marshmallows and delicious apple cider. There’s nothing better! We have a 60 person limit for the hayrides, so make sure you get your RSVP’s in ASAP!

RSVP to Megan Califano by November 3rd, 2024, at [email protected].

Nov
16
Sat
Down Syndrome Virtual Symposium
Nov 16 @ 1:30 pm
Down Syndrome Virtual Symposium

Join us for an insightful virtual event tailored for families with loved ones who have Down syndrome or autism. Featuring expert presentations by Dr. Terry Katz and Dr. Karen Levine, participants will explore crucial topics such as sleep challenges faced by children with co-occurring conditions and the DIR-Floortime approach to fostering emotional and social development. Dr. Katz will share strategies to improve sleep for the whole family, while Dr. Levine will introduce effective, relationship-focused techniques to enhance communication and problem-solving skills. This is a must-attend event for parents and providers seeking practical solutions and support.

Nov
20
Wed
Italy by the Adriatic Sea
Nov 20 @ 7:00 pm
Italy by the Adriatic Sea

Join us for our Cheers For Charity Wine Dinner!
Proceeds to benefit DelcoDSIG Wednesday, Nov 20th, 2024, at 7pm. Please call 484.840.8603 to Reserve Today.

Nov
23
Sat
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!
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.
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.