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SUMMARY:Camp Holiday - Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome\, ages 5-21. Participants may choose from two two-week sessions. Participating campers enjoy weekly yoga\, drama and music/movement classes facilitated by trained professionals. Each group of campers is supported by a certified teacher and 1-2 camp counselors – offering a 1:3 counselor-to-camper ratio. Camp Holiday is all about learning and fun! \nSession 1: Monday\, June 17th – Friday\, June 21st and Monday\, June 24th – Friday\, June 28th. \nNEW IN 2019: Daily camp hours are 9am-4pm – adding 20 more hours of camp fun per session! \nRegister NOW!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/camp-holiday-session-1/
LOCATION:Sardis Presbyterian Church\, 6100 Sardis Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28270\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190627T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190530T201744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190530T201744Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Swing Dance (Ages 14+)
DESCRIPTION:This event is cosponsored by The Exceptional Foundation\, Best Buddies of North Carolina and the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte. \nDance the night away at the Summer Swing! \nEnjoy an evening of fantastic music\, refreshments & fun! The event will also feature a V.I.P (Very Important Parent) lounge. \nRSVP required. EVENT IS FREE! \nFree parking: 163 W. 9th Street\, signs overhead as you enter the parking deck should say 525 North Tryon\, United Methodist Church. Take the parking deck elevator and bring your parking ticket with you for validation.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/summer-swing-dance-ages-14/
LOCATION:The Exceptional Foundation of Charlotte\, First Methodist Church\, 501 North Tryon Street\, Charlotte\, North\, 28202
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190715T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20181213T193224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190606T153230Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Holiday - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Camp Holiday is a day camp for campers with Down syndrome\, ages 5-21. Participants may choose from two two-week sessions. Participating campers enjoy weekly yoga\, drama and music/movement classes facilitated by trained professionals. Each group of campers is supported by a certified teacher and 1-2 camp counselors – offering a 1:3 counselor-to-camper ratio. Camp Holiday is all about learning and fun! \nSession 2: Monday\, July 15th – Friday\, July 19th and Monday\, July 22nd – Friday\, July 26th. \nNEW IN 2019: Daily camp hours are 9am-4pm – adding 20 more hours of camp fun per session! \nRegister Now!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/camp-holiday-session-2/
LOCATION:Sardis Presbyterian Church\, 6100 Sardis Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28270\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190729T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190802T000000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190627T160442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T160747Z
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SUMMARY:Moms Morning Out (July 29\, July 31\, August 2 - 9am-12pm)
DESCRIPTION:Elevation Church is sponsoring THREE Moms Mornings Out the week of July 29th – August 2nd for kids in grades K-5. \nJuly 29\, 9am-12pm \nJuly 31\, 9am-12pm \nAugust 2\, 9am-12pm \nThese are FREE\, but space is limited to 20 kids per day. \nFor more details and to RSVP visit: \nhttps://dsagreatercharlotte.donordrive.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=donorDrive.event&eventID=517
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/moms-morning-out-july-27-july-31-august-2/
LOCATION:Elevation Church – Blakeney\, 8835 Blakeney Professional Drive\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28277\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190803T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190803T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190627T160143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T153517Z
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SUMMARY:Super Summer Carnival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a SUPER SUMMER CARNIVAL!\nSponsored by Elevation Church\nSaturday\, August 3rd\, 2019\n11am-1pm\nSMS Catering\, 1764 Norland Road\, Charlotte\, NC 28205 \nFREE! \nRSVPs recommended so we can plan accordingly!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/super-summer-carnival/
LOCATION:SMS Catering\, 1764 Norland Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28205\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190814
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190818
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20180810T115407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190617T190711Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Horizon
DESCRIPTION:For more details visit our Camp Horizon website. \nRegistrations after May 24th pay $230.00 per camper. \nRegistration closes July 1st\, 2019.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/camp-horizon/
LOCATION:YMCA Camp Harrison at Herring Ridge\, 7901 South NC 18\, Boomer\, NC\, 28606\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190906T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190908T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190604T165151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190814T143509Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Independent Living Retreat for Adults with Down syndrome
DESCRIPTION:Our 2nd Independent Living Retreat for Adults with Down syndrome will be held September 6-8\, 2019 at Camp Thunderbird! \nThese weekend retreats are a way for adults with Down syndrome to connect with others\, develop “soft skills” (aka problem solving\, perseverance\, teamwork\, communication\, focus\, etc.) that equip them to be effective employees in the world of work and beyond. A mix of whole-group\, small-group and individual activities are embedded throughout the weekend. A focus on life skills (hygiene\, activities of daily living\, cooking\, etc.) is also embedded in our schedule. \nCost is $250 pp. Scholarships are available. Email hzipperer@dsa-gc.org for details. \nCheck out a sample Retreat Schedule and Menu! \nRetreat Registration is open now. \n    \n 
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/fall-independent-living-retreat-for-adults-with-down-syndrome/
LOCATION:Camp Thunderbird\, 1 Thunderbird Lane\, Lake Wylie\, SC\, 29710\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190904T140750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T143233Z
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SUMMARY:Adults with Ds Meet-Up Group: Dinner + Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Join us for dinner and Bingo! \n$14.00 per person included dinner (menu forthcoming). \nAfter dinner we will play  BINGO  for great prizes! \nPlease respond by 7 pm on Monday\, 9/9\, with the total number in your party so we can get the count for the ordering of food. \nPlease respond to: extraspecialcatering@gmail.com \nRemember everyone in invited\, family\, friends\, classmates\, work colleagues etc .
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/adults-with-ds-meet-up-group-dinner-bingo/
LOCATION:Hope Community Church\, 4418 Rea Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190914T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190814T135726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T162928Z
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SUMMARY:FREE! Transition Workshop Series: Session 1 - Planning for Two Lifetimes (North Charlotte)
DESCRIPTION:Join A Special Needs Plan\, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n9/14/19 – Planning for Two Lifetimes\n10/12/19 – Overview of the ABLE Account\n11/16/19 – Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 \nRSVP for one or more of these three workshops starting August 19th. \nStay tuned!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/free-transition-workshop-series-session-1-planning-for-two-lifetimes-copy-copy/
LOCATION:University City United Methodist Church\, 3835 West W. T. Harris Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28269\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190814T140153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T163046Z
UID:2149-1568833200-1568838600@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Transition Workshops Series: Session 1 - Planning for Two Lifetimes (South Charlotte)
DESCRIPTION:Join A Special Needs Plan\, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n9/18/19 – Planning for Two Lifetimes\n10/16/19 – Overview of the ABLE Account\n11/13/19 – Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 \nRSVP for one or more of these three workshops beginning August 19th. \nStay tuned!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/free-transition-workshops-series-session-1-planning-for-two-lifetimes-south-charlotte-copy/
LOCATION:GiGi’s Playhouse Charlotte
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190627T121916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190807T202350Z
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SUMMARY:First Call Parent Mentor Training
DESCRIPTION:NEW DATE: September 21\, 2019\n\nFor new and expectant parents\, any opportunity to connect with other parents who have had similar experiences can be invaluable. DSA of Greater Charlotte will hold a training event for parents interested in becoming mentors to families that have recently received a diagnosis. Prospective parent mentors should have a child with Down syndrome under the age of 8. However\, all interested families are invited to attend. \nThis training is for parents to become certified in the North Carolina First Call Program. Training materials will cover the genetics of Down syndrome\, sharing personal stories\, listien skills\, asking open-ended questions\, resources for families\, and role play. \nSATURDAY\, September 21\, 2019 \nTraining is from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. \nUniversity City United Methodist Church \n3835 West W.T. Harris Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC 28269 \nFull day participation is required.\nLunch will be provided. \nMore information on child care coming soon! \nAdvance Registration is Required for this FREE training! \nFor more information\, contact Holly Zipperer at hzipperer@dsa-gc.org or 704-536-2163.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/first-call-parent-mentor-training/
LOCATION:University City United Methodist Church\, 3835 West W. T. Harris Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28269\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190925T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190820T183308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190820T183716Z
UID:2180-1569436200-1569441600@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Vocational Workshop Series for Adults w/Ds: Session 1 (Teamwork & Networking)
DESCRIPTION:This series of three 90-minute workshops will focus on empowering adults with Down syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to become contributing members of their communities and workplaces. \nWhen: Wednesdays\, 1x/month (September – November)\nLocation: Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\nTime: 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nCost: $20 per session \nNOTE: This series of workshops is developed so that each workshop can stand alone\, but the series is most impactful when all three workshops are taken together. \nWednesday\, September 25\, 2019\nPositive Attitudes & Teamwork \nWednesday\, October 23\, 2019 (6:30pm-8:00pm)\nCommunication\, Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking \nWednesday\, November 20\, 2019 (6:30pm-8:00pm)\nFinancial Responsibility & Planning\n*The group will take a walking field trip to Park Road Shopping Ctr. \nInstructional Resources include\, but are not limited to: \n“Soft Skills to Pay the Bills – Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” U.S. Dept of Labor\, Office of Disability Employment Policy \nPractical Money Skills – Financial Education for Everyone \nGuided Group Discovery – LEAD Center
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/vocational-workshop-series-for-adults-session-1-teamwork-networking/
LOCATION:Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28209\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190927T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190604T165906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190826T201555Z
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SUMMARY:2019 Educators Symposium
DESCRIPTION:This annual symposium\, a part of the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte’s Together in Education program\, is open to all school staff\, including General Education\, EC\, and Enrichment teachers\,as well as therapists\, psychologists and paraprofessionals. Private\, charter and home school staff are also welcome.\n\n\n  \nSchedule \n\n8:00am Registration \n8:30am Opening Remarks \n9:00am Keynote Address \n9:45am BREAK \n10:00am Breakout Session 1 \n11:30am Lunch \n12:30pm Breakout Session 2 \n2:00pm BREAK \n2:15pm Breakout Session 3 \n3:45pm Closing Remarks \n\n \n\n\nSpeakers will include:\n\n\n \n\n\nCatherine Whitcher\, M.Ed.\n\n\nwww.catherinewhitcher.com\n\n\n \n\n\nTerri Couwenhoven MS\n\n\nAASECT Certified Sexuality Educator\n\n\nhttp://terricouwenhoven.com\n\n\n \n\n\nLarina Pierce\, M.A.\, J.D. & Laurie Maddex\, M.Ed.\n\n\nHolly Zipperer\, M.Ed.\n\nRegistration is now open for our 2019 Together in Education: Educators Symposium! \nhttp://bit.ly/2019DSASymposium \n$75 per registration (8/26 – 9/20)\n$90 per registration (9/21 – 9/27) \n\nAre you a Together in Education (TiE) Ds Specialist? Find out how you can attend for FREE! \nGroup discounts available. \nEmail hzipperer@dsa-gc.org for details.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/2019-educators-symposium/
LOCATION:435 South Tryon Street\, Suite 200\, Charlotte\, NC 28202\, 301 S. Tryon Street\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190927T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190927T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190604T170556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190924T174621Z
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SUMMARY:Top 5 Issues and Concerns During Puberty: A Parent’s Puberty Primer
DESCRIPTION:This family workshop\, sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte\, will feature Terri Couwenhoven\, MS\, AASECT Sexuality Educator.\n\n\n \n\n\nTerri Couwenhoven MS\, CSE is a well known sex educator and author\, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for people with cognitive disabilities\, their parents\, and the professionals who support them. Her gentle\, matter-of-fact approach combined with extensive knowledge and experience make her a popular speaker with self advocates\, parents and professionals around the country.\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nTop 5 Issues and Concerns During Puberty: A Parent’s Puberty Primer \nFamilies often experience anxiety when their child with Down syndrome begins to exhibit physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty. In this workshop\, parents will learn about the most frequently identified issues and concerns of parents of children with Down syndrome and practical ways to address them. Visual tools\, fun learning activities\, and useful teaching resources specific to youth with intellectual disabilities will be shared. (Terri Couwenhoven) \n  \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n 
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/together-in-education-family-workshop/
LOCATION:GiGi’s Playhouse Charlotte
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190928T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190928T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190604T171044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T173717Z
UID:2043-1569682800-1569690000@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Top 5 Issues and Concerns During Puberty: A Parent’s Puberty Primer
DESCRIPTION:This FREE family workshop\, sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte\, will focus on understanding the roles of temperament and personality in developing healthy family relationships.\n\n\n\n\nThis family workshop\, sponsored by the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte\, will feature Terri Couwenhoven\, MS\, AASECT Sexuality Educator.\n\n\n \n\n\nTerri Couwenhoven MS\, CSE is a well known sex educator and author\, specializing in the design and implementation of sexuality programs and resources for people with cognitive disabilities\, their parents\, and the professionals who support them. Her gentle\, matter-of-fact approach combined with extensive knowledge and experience make her a popular speaker with self advocates\, parents and professionals around the country.\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTop 5 Issues and Concerns During Puberty: A Parent’s Puberty Primer \nFamilies often experience anxiety when their child with Down syndrome begins to exhibit physical and emotional changes that occur during puberty. In this workshop\, parents will learn about the most frequently identified issues and concerns of parents of children with Down syndrome and practical ways to address them. Visual tools\, fun learning activities\, and useful teaching resources specific to youth with intellectual disabilities will be shared. (Terri Couwenhoven) \n  \n\n\n\nREGISTER NOW
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/together-in-education-family-workshop-2/
LOCATION:GiGi’s Playhouse Charlotte
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191010T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191003T122754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191003T123118Z
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SUMMARY:Adults with Ds Meet-Up Group: Dinner + Motown Karaoke
DESCRIPTION:Join us for dinner and Motown Karaoke \nThe menu will be an Oktoberfest theme ($14/per person):\n\n\nPork Schnitzel\nGerman Potato Salad\nBraised Red Cabbage\nPretzels\nApple Strudel\n\nNeed your RSVPs (including # of people in your party) by Monday\, October 7\, 2019\, including any karaoke song you want to sing.\n\nPlease RSVP to both extraspecialcatering@gmail.com and coachpath@aol.com\n\nRemember everyone in invited\, family\, friends\, classmates\, work colleagues etc .
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/adults-with-ds-meet-up-group-dinner-bingo-copy/
LOCATION:Hope Community Church\, 4418 Rea Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191012T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190814T135618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T162856Z
UID:2138-1570874400-1570879800@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Transition Workshop Series - Session 2: Overview of the ABLE Account (North Charlotte)
DESCRIPTION:Join A Special Needs Plan\, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n9/14/19 – Planning for Two Lifetimes\n10/12/19 – Overview of the ABLE Account\n11/16/19 – Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 \nRSVP for one or more of these three workshops starting August 19th. \n 
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/free-transition-workshop-series-session-1-planning-for-two-lifetimes/
LOCATION:University City United Methodist Church\, 3835 West W. T. Harris Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28269\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190814T140225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T163017Z
UID:2151-1571252400-1571257800@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Transition Workshops Series: Session 2 - Overview of the ABLE Account (South Charlotte)
DESCRIPTION:Join A Special Needs Plan\, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n9/18/19 – Planning for Two Lifetimes\n10/16/19 – Overview of the ABLE Account\n11/13/19 – Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 \nRSVP for one or more of these three workshops beginning August 19th. \nStay tuned!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/free-transition-workshops-series-session-1-planning-for-two-lifetimes-south-charlotte-copy-2/
LOCATION:GiGi’s Playhouse Charlotte
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/transition-workshop.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190604T171545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190922T120212Z
UID:2047-1571475600-1571490000@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:2019 Greater Charlotte Buddy Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us on October 19\, 2019!\nRegister\, Donate\, Sponsor Now \nwww.BuddyWalkCharlotte.org\nThe 22nd Annual Greater Charlotte Buddy Walk will be held on Saturday\, October 19th at the Jerry Richardson Football Stadium at UNC Charlotte. \nSponsorship Opportunities are available for our 2019 Buddy Walk! Local businesses gain great exposure and support our programs and services when they sponsor our event! \nCheck out Sponsorship Opportunities\, including our “Buddy World” Activities Area Sponsor\, In-Walk Entertainment Sponsor\, T-Shirt Sponsor and Marketing & Advertising Sponsor! \nThe DSA of Greater Charlotte raised  over $204\,000 from the Buddy Walk in 2018 to support our current programs and create and sustain new programs. As always\, the mission of the DSA of Greater Charlotte is to enhance the quality of life for all individuals with Down syndrome by providing information and support to individuals\, families\, professionals and the community through educational and social activities. \nThank you for helping to support that mission! \nThe Buddy Walk was developed by the National Down Syndrome Society in 1995 to celebrate October\, National Down Syndrome Awareness Month and provide an annual public platform for advocacy. It brings together people with Down syndrome and their invited “buddies” — everyone from friends and family to teachers\, politicians and co-workers — to promote acceptance and inclusion for people with Down syndrome and to raise funds for education\, research and advocacy programs. \nThe Buddy Walk is a 1/2-mile celebratory walk in which anyone can participate without special training. Hundreds of thousands of people walk from coast to coast and around the world each year. The goal of the Buddy Walk is three-fold: to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome; to raise the funds necessary to develop innovative and effective programs; and to enhance the position of the Down syndrome community\, enabling us to positively influence local and national policy and practice.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/2019-greater-charlotte-buddy-walk/
LOCATION:UNCC Jerry Richardson Stadium\, 8701 Phillips Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28223
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/Charlotte-Buddy-Walk-Logo-1.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190820T183453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191024T150524Z
UID:2183-1572287400-1572292800@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Vocational Workshop Series for Adults w/Ds (Session 2: Communication & Problem-Solving)
DESCRIPTION:This series of three 90-minute workshops will focus on empowering adults with Down syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to become contributing members of their communities and workplaces. \nWhen: 1x/month September – November\nLocation: Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\nTime: 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nCost: $20 per session \nNOTE: This series of workshops is developed so that each workshop can stand alone\, but the series is most impactful when all three workshops are taken together. \nWednesday\, September 25\, 2019\nPositive Attitudes & Teamwork \nMonday\, October 21\, 2019 (6:30pm-8:00pm)\nCommunication\, Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking \nMonday\, November 18\, 2019 (6:30pm-8:00pm)\nFinancial Responsibility & Planning\n*The group will take a walking field trip to Park Road Shopping Ctr. \nInstructional Resources include\, but are not limited to: \n“Soft Skills to Pay the Bills – Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” U.S. Dept of Labor\, Office of Disability Employment Policy \nPractical Money Skills – Financial Education for Everyone \nGuided Group Discovery – LEAD Center
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/vocational-workshop-series-for-adults-w-ds-session-2-communication-problem-solving/
LOCATION:Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28209\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/canstockphoto10140212.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190814T140147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T162953Z
UID:2147-1573671600-1573677000@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Transition Workshops Series: Session 3 - Transition to Adulthood - Ages 17-21 (South Charlotte)
DESCRIPTION:Join A Special Needs Plan\, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n9/18/19 – Planning for Two Lifetimes\n10/16/19 – Overview of the ABLE Account\n11/13/19 – Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 \nRSVP for one or more of these three workshops beginning August 19th. \nStay tuned!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/free-transition-workshops-series-session-1-planning-for-two-lifetimes-south-charlotte/
LOCATION:GiGi’s Playhouse Charlotte
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/transition-workshop.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191106T173045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191106T173748Z
UID:2290-1573754400-1573761600@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Adults with Ds Meet-Up Group: Bingo + Dinner
DESCRIPTION:We will be playing Bingo for GREAT PRIZES! \nExtra Special Catering will provide one free meal for a new Meet-UP guest for tonight. This will be for one individual  who has not attended a Meet-UP group dinner during the past year. Thank you Chefs for doing this and for your great support of our program. \n  \nOur menu will be: \nKefta Beef Kabobs \nMoroccan Couscous Salad (GF version available) \nMoroccan Spiced Roasted Vegetables \nDessert: Moroccan Baklava (GF dessert available) \nCost will be $14 per person \n(except for the new guest mentioned above) \n  \nPlease respond by Monday\, November 11th to the email addresses below with the # of people in your party and the name of a new guest you will be bringing. \nPlease RSVP to both extraspecialcatering@gmail.com and coachpath@aol.com \nRemember everyone in invited\, family\, friends\, classmates\, work colleagues etc .
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/adults-with-ds-meet-up-group-dinner-bingo-copy-copy/
LOCATION:Hope Community Church\, 4418 Rea Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/bingo_318-51116.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191116T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190814T135623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T162821Z
UID:2141-1573898400-1573903800@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:FREE! Transition Workshop Series - Session 3: Transition to Adulthood - Ages 17-21 (North Charlotte)
DESCRIPTION:Join A Special Needs Plan\, INC. as they host a three-part seminar series for families of children with disabilities. \nTopics include: \n9/14/19 – Planning for Two Lifetimes\n10/12/19 – Overview of the ABLE Account\n11/16/19 – Transition to Adulthood: Ages 17-21 \nRSVP for one or more of these three workshops starting August 19th! \n 
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/free-transition-workshop-series-session-1-planning-for-two-lifetimes-copy/
LOCATION:University City United Methodist Church\, 3835 West W. T. Harris Blvd\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28269\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/transition-workshop.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191125T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191125T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20190820T183547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191118T203829Z
UID:2185-1574706600-1574706600@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Vocational Workshop Series for Adults w/Ds (Session 3: Financial Responsibility & Planning)
DESCRIPTION:This series of three 90-minute workshops will focus on empowering adults with Down syndrome & Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities to become contributing members of their communities and workplaces. \nWhen: 1x per month – September through November\nLocation: Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd\, Charlotte\, NC\nTime: 6:30pm – 8:00pm\nCost: $20 per session \nNOTE: This series of workshops is developed so that each workshop can stand alone\, but the series is most impactful when all three workshops are taken together. \nWednesday\, September 25\, 2019\nPositive Attitudes & Teamwork \nMonday\, October 21\, 2019 (6:30pm-8:00pm)\nCommunication\, Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking \nMonday\, November 25\, 2019 (6:30pm-8:00pm)\nFinancial Responsibility & Planning\n*The group will take a walking field trip to Park Road Shopping Ctr. \nInstructional Resources include\, but are not limited to: \n“Soft Skills to Pay the Bills – Mastering Soft Skills for Workplace Success” U.S. Dept of Labor\, Office of Disability Employment Policy \nPractical Money Skills – Financial Education for Everyone \nGuided Group Discovery – LEAD Center
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/vocational-workshop-series-for-adults-w-ds-session-3-financial-responsibility-planning/
LOCATION:Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28209\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/canstockphoto10140212.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20191206T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20191206T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191118T203923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T175906Z
UID:2320-1575655200-1575662400@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Snowflake Swing: A Dance for Grades 6 & Up
DESCRIPTION:Are you in 6th grade and up?\n\nYou’re invited to the 2019 Snowflake Swing! \nDance the night away with Best Buddies North Carolina\, The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte and The Exceptional Foundation of Charlotte on December 6th! \nCome enjoy an evening of fantastic music\, food (dinner) & fun! \n\n\nIt’s FREE!!! \nWe are so excited to bring our organizations together for the Snowflake Swing!! \nParents and faculty are invited to stay and hang out in our V.I.P. (Very Important Parent) lounge featuring a special VIP treat. \n*Please note: The Snowflake Swing is for those in 6th grade and older. If your child has a medical\, personal care\, or behavioral need that requires intermittent or consistent care we ask that you attend this with them or designate a chaperone that knows and understands the individual needs of your child. We want everyone who attends this event to have a safe and fun experience. \nSign up to volunteer: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0849aaab2aa2fc1-thesnowflake3
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/2018-snowflake-swing-winter-dance-6th-grade-and-up-copy/
LOCATION:Park Road Baptist Church\, 3900 Park Rd.\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28209\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Capture.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191207T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191115T172545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T154257Z
UID:2312-1575711000-1575725400@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:DSA Family Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the Holidays!\nAll DSA Families are invited to attend. Deadline to RSVP is November 27th.\nCost is $3.21 per person.\nProceeds go toward our Scholarship Fund for summer camps and our programs for Adults with Down syndrome.\nCome enjoy brunch\, decorate holiday cookies\, dance with our DJ and meet Santa!
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/dsa-family-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Sheraton Charlotte\, 55 South McDowell Street\, South Tower\, Charlotte\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/47571570_1134376900062241_7237282818772959232_o.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191215T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191212T185038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T185650Z
UID:2347-1576414800-1576425600@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:DSA Outing: Panthers v. Seahawks
DESCRIPTION:A limited number of Upper Level Tickets are available at a special group rate for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte for the Carolina Panthers v. Seattle Seahawks game on Sunday\, 12/15\,  at 1pm. \nInstructions are at ticket link below on how to buy tickets and invite your friends to join you. \n$10 per ticket will be donated back to the DSA of Greater Charlotte.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/carolina-panthers-v-seattle-seahawks-dsa-group-event/
LOCATION:NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/120130062644_carolina-panthers-new-logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191219T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191219T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191205T174207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191205T174550Z
UID:2340-1576778400-1576785600@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:Adults with Ds (18+) Meet-Up Group: Holiday Karaoke + Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Get in the holiday spirit as we celebrate with Holiday Karaoke and dinner. \nCost will be $14 per person. Dinner menu forthcoming\n \nPlease respond  to the email addresses below with the # of people in your party. \nPlease RSVP to both extraspecialcatering@gmail.com and coachpath@aol.com \nRemember everyone in invited\, family\, friends\, classmates\, work colleagues etc .
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/adults-with-ds-meet-up-group-dinner-bingo-copy-copy-copy/
LOCATION:Hope Community Church\, 4418 Rea Road\, Charlotte\, NC\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/https-_cdn.evbuc_.com_images_79518349_49012919498_1_original.20191105-185614.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191229T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191229T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191212T185113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T185356Z
UID:2352-1577624400-1577635200@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:DSA Outing: Panthers v. Saints
DESCRIPTION:A limited number of Upper Level Tickets are available at a special group rate for the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte for the Carolina Panthers v. New Orleans Saints game on Sunday\, 12/29\,  at 1pm. \nInstructions are at ticket link below on how to buy tickets and invite your friends to join you. \n$10 per ticket will be donated back to the DSA of Greater Charlotte.
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/carolina-panthers-v-seattle-seahawks-dsa-group-event-copy/
LOCATION:Bank of America Stadium\, 800 S Mint St\, Charlotte\, NC\, 28202\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/120130062644_carolina-panthers-new-logo.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200125T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T042957
CREATED:20191212T190936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191212T191105Z
UID:2359-1579975200-1579982400@dsagreatercharlotte.org
SUMMARY:DSA Outing: Charlotte Checkers v. Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins
DESCRIPTION:Friends and family of The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte are invited to participate in fundraiser where $5 of each ticket will go back to The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte as the Calder Cup Champions\, the Charlotte Checkers take on the WBS Penguins. When you purchase\, you’ll receive your very own referral link to share with your friends and family. Anyone that buys from your link will automatically be seated with you. All fans will receive an email from Fevo 1-2 days before the game with information on how to access your tickets. 
URL:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/events/dsa-outing-charlotte-checkers-v-wilkes-barre-scranton-penguins/
LOCATION:Bojangles Coliseum\, 2700 East Independence Boulevard\, Charlotte\, 28205\, United States
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://dsagreatercharlotte.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/1200px-Charlotte_Checkers_AHL_logo.svg_.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Holly Zipperer":MAILTO:hzipperer@dsa-gc.org
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