Down Syndrome Education Events in Sacramento

DSIA Calendar of Events

2012 promises to be an exciting year filled with educational, social and support activities!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Pizza Night for Adults with Down Syndrome | Friday, February 24, 5PM

Come enjoy a night of (free!!) pizza, old friends, and make new friends!

This night is for adults with Down syndrome, ages 18 and up and their parents.

2929 Mather Field Road, Rancho Cordova, CA 95670

CLICK HERE for directions.

Parents of teens – if you are interested in having a pizza night, please contact DSIA at info@downsyndromeinfo.org


Railroad Museum Outing | Saturday, March 3, 10AM

Come and enjoy a morning of fun and exploration with other DSIA families as we check out the Rail Road Museum in Old Sacramento.

$4.50/adults, $2.50/children (6-17), 5 and under free

CLICK HERE to order your tickets - tickets must be purchased from DSIA in advance to receive the discount - save your online receipt and bring it with you to the event.

California State Railroad Museum |125 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

CLICK HERE for directions.


IEP Workshop with Lynee Castellucci, Area Board 3 | Saturday, March 31, 9AM-12PM

Teaching our families to be advocates for their children in the education, and answering questions about IEP's and other education issues.

This event is for adults only. Unfortunately, childcare is not available.

10474 Mather Boulevard, Mather, CA 95655

CLICK HERE for directions.


Parent Wellness | Friday, April 27, 7PM-9PM

We will focus on Parent Behavior and Yoga Techniques. Join us for a night focused on Parents.

FUSION Yoga Studio | 2310 Fair Oaks Blvd., #C2 |Sacramento, CA 95825

This event is for adults only. Unfortunately, childcare is not available.

CLICK HERE for directions.


Dance Lessons for Teen/Adult Self-Advocates | Saturday, May 5, 5PM-9:30PM

Want more opportunities to socialize with other self-advocates? Want to learn various forms of dance? Come join other self-advocates to enjoy a night out dancing with a professional dance instructor!

Sierra 2 Center – Studio 2 | 2791 24th Street, Sacramento, CA 95818

CLICK HERE for directions.


Picnic and Play Date | Saturday, May 19, 10AM-12PM

Join other families for a morning of play!

Bertha Henschel Park | 160 45th Street, East Sacramento, CA 95819

CLICK HERE for directions.


Picnic/Dream Night at the Sacramento Zoo | Friday, June 1, 6PM

DSIA will host a picnic at William Land Park (GA9) prior to the Sacramento Zoo’s DreamNight event! Bring your own picnic dinner for your family, and meet with other DSIA families in the park to eat and socialize, then head in to the Zoo for a special night for families with children with disabilities. CLICK HERE to learn more about DreamNight.

William Land Park – AREA GA9 | 3800 W Land Park Dr., Sacramento, CA 95822

CLICK HERE for directions.

CLICK HERE for a map of the park.


SunSplash | Monday, July 16, 5PM-10:30PM

Come join families as we splash, slide, and socialize during Nightslides at Sunsplash! This is a great night for DSIA friends and families. It was a blast last year, and due to popular demand we’re bringing it back again!

DSIA Members receive $10 off regular general admission price with advance ticket purchase! CLICK HERE to order your tickets – tickets must be purchased from DSIA in advance to receive the discount – save your online receipt and bring it with you to the event.

DSIA Members: $7.00/adults, $1.00/children (2 and under)
Non-Members: $13.00/adults, $3.00/children (2 and under)

Roseville Golfland Sunsplash | 1893 Taylor Rd. Roseville, CA 95661

CLICK HERE for directions.


Parent Wellness | Friday, August 17, 7PM-9PM

Promoting Heath and Wellness for Parents.

FUSION Yoga Studio | 2310 Fair Oaks Blvd., #C2 |Sacramento, CA 95825

This event is for adults only. Unfortunately, childcare is not available.

CLICK HERE for directions.


BBQ for DSIA Families and Friends | Saturday, August 18, 3PM-9PM

Join old friends and make new friends at this BBQ! We’ll have outdoor activities for ALL ages, and a great BBQ dinner!

Nelson's Grove | 15285 Country Road 99E Woodland, CA 95695

CLICK HERE for directions.


The Grace Foundation Farm | Saturday, September 8, 10AM-12PM

5800 Latigo Ln. El Dorado Hills, CA 95762

CLICK HERE for directions.


Sibling Worshop | Saturday, September 15, 9AM-3PM

This is a special workshop for siblings of children with Down syndrome. The children will have a great time, learn a lot about Down syndrome, and they will get some special time to meet and hang out with other children who have a sibling with Down syndrome, too.

DSIA Members receive $15 off workshop fee price with advance purchase! CLICK HERE to reserve your space – tickets must be purchased from DSIA in advance to receive the discount – save your online receipt and bring it with you to the event.

DSIA Members: $10/family
Non-Members: $25/family

David P. Meaney Education Center | 10474 Mather Boulevard, Mather, CA 95655

CLICK HERE for directions.


Step Up Run/Walk | Saturday, November 3, 9AM

The walk has it all - old friends, new friends, great vendors, fabulous volunteers, wonderful entertainment, fantastic food, great spirit, raising awareness, and a LOT of fun! The Walk is DSIA’s biggest fundraiser that will enable DSIA to continue to provide resources and support within the greater Sacramento area!

Village Green at William Land Park (at the corner of Sutterville Road & Freeport Blvd) | Sacramento, CA 95822

CLICK HERE for directions.

CLICK HERE for a map of the park.


Parent Wellness | Friday, November 16, 7PM-9PM

Promoting Heath and Wellness for Parents.

FUSION Yoga Studio | 2310 Fair Oaks Blvd., #C2 |Sacramento, CA 95825

This event is for adults only. Unfortunately, childcare is not available.

CLICK HERE for directions.


Wacky Tacky | Monday, November 19, 9AM-11AM

Join us for a morning of active play for DSIA friends and families! Wacky Tacky is closed to the public so we can have a morning full of fun just for our community! CLICK HERE to learn more about Wacky Tacky.

DSIA Members: $5.00/child
Non-Members: $8.00/child

CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS - Tickets must be purchased from DSIA in advance to receive the discount – save your online receipt and bring it with you to the event.

Wacky Tacky | 7351 Galilee Rd # 160, Roseville, CA 95678

CLICK HERE for directions.


Pancake Breakfast | Saturday, December 1, 10AM

Join many families and celebrate the spirit of the holidays with DSIA, even Santa joins families as they enjoy great food, arts and crafts, and games/activities for ALL ages!

Location TBD

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