Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem - DSA of GWS

📣 Big Cheers for Ka’Lynn! 📣

We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to our Summer Camp Scholarship Program, we were able to sponsor Ka’Lynn’s cheerleading journey this year! Ka’Lynn, or “KK” as we like to call her, has shown incredible spirit, dedication, and heart as she takes on cheerleading, and we couldn’t be prouder!

Your support makes opportunities like this possible, and we thank our community for always helping our amazing members!
Join us in cheering on KK as she continues to shine!

🌟 We are incredibly proud and thankful for Darien Sutton, one of our dedicated board members, who was recently featured in the Clemmons Courier! 📰
Darien’s commitment and passion for our community shine brightly, and we’re grateful for all the impactful work she does with the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem.

Check out the article to learn more about Darien’s inspiring story and her work in making a difference every day: Meet Darien Sutton - Clemmons Courier

https://www.clemmonscourier.net/2024/10/31/your-neighbor-meet-darien-sutton/

🎃 Happy Halloween from the Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem! 🎃

We hope you have a safe and wonderful Halloween!

Share your Halloween costumes with us – we’d love to see the creative, adorable, and spooky looks from our amazing families! 🧡👻

THIS SATURDAY! November 2nd, 10am. At Bitty and Beau’s. ☕️

We are excited for Coffee Connections!
Are you a parent/guardian with a child with Down Syndrome? Come share your
experiences, make new friends, and enjoy a cup of coffee in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Whether you're looking for advice, support, or simply some adult conversation, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with others and find comfort in understanding.
Join us for a warm and welcoming Coffee Connection!
Date: Saturday November 2nd, 2024
Time: 10:00am
Location: Bitty and Beau's Coffee in Winston-Salem What to expect: Casual, drop-in format, open discussions, kid-friendly environment (sensory room)
Kindly RSVP to [email protected]
We look forward to seeing you there! 💙💛

It’s Turkey Time! 🦃
🍂 Thanksgiving Turkey Gift Cards for Our Valued Members 🍂
As the holiday season approaches, we are excited to express our gratitude and appreciation to our families with individuals with Down syndrome with a $75 Lowe’s Foods gift card!

To receive your gift card, please email [email protected] with member’s name and mailing address by November 5th. You can also email with any questions you may have.

*Must be a member of the DSA of GWS; One gift card per family.

DSA Dads’ Night Out is TOMORROW! 🎉
Hey Dads, it’s time for a well-deserved break! Join us for a fun and relaxed night out with fellow DSA dads on October 30th at Camel City BBQ at 6:30 PM. This is a great chance to connect, unwind, and enjoy some good company!
We can’t wait to see you there!

🍕🎨 Ladies Night Out Craft Night! 🎉

Join us on November 15 at 6:30 PM at Gypsy Road Brewing for a fun evening hosted by the DSA of Greater Winston-Salem! 🎉

This is a fantastic chance to unwind, connect, and get crafty—perfect for a well-deserved night out!

📍 Gypsy Road Brewing
🕡 Starts at 6:30 PM
🍕 Pizza & crafts provided

Can’t wait to see you there!

🎄🎉 Save the Date! 🎉🎄

The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem invites you to our annual Christmas Party!

📅 Tuesday, December 3rd
📍 Tanglewood Pizza Company
🕔 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us for an evening of festive fun, delicious pizza, and holiday cheer!
Mark your calendars now and stay tuned for more details.
We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎅🎁

Teen Time at a Wake Forest Basketball Game!

The game will be on November 19th at 7 pm. Kappa Delta sorority will be there to sit with our members.
We will provide a ticket, snack and drink for each member who attends.
If you would like to go as a parent as well, please let us know and we will get you the price of your ticket.
Please RSVP by October 26th to [email protected] in order to secure your spot!
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DSA Dads’ Night Out 🎉

Hey Dads, it’s time for a well-deserved break! Join us for a fun and relaxed night out with fellow DSA dads on October 30th at Camel City BBQ at 6:30 PM. This is a great chance to connect, unwind, and enjoy some good company!

We can’t wait to see you there!

Looking back on last Saturday's Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk! 💙💛
Here are a few more snapshots from the day- thank you to everyone who came out, supported, and helped make it such a success!

We can’t wait to see everyone tonight at 6:30 for Ladies Night Out at The Loop!!!

We are excited for Coffee Connections! ☕️
Are you a parent/guardian with a child with Down Syndrome? Come share your
experiences, make new friends, and enjoy a cup of coffee in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Whether you're looking for advice, support, or simply some adult conversation, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with others and find comfort in understanding.
Join us for a warm and welcoming Coffee Connection!
Date: Saturday November 2nd, 2024
Time: 10:00am
Location: Bitty and Beau’s Coffee in Winston-Salem
What to expect: Casual, drop-in format, open discussions, kid-friendly environment (sensory room)

Kindly RSVP to [email protected]

We look forward to seeing you there! 💛

Photobooth Fun at the Buddy Walk!

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🏐🏐🏐 Learn to play volleyball with Champion Volleyball Club as they host Aces For Down Syndrome in partnership with the DSA of GWS THIS Saturday!
This event will combine the love for volleyball with raising awareness and better understanding of Down syndrome! Through this event, we will teach volleyball skills while fostering inclusion and understanding!
Date: October 19th, 2024
Time: 9:00 am - Noon
Location: Champion Volleyball Club, 4927 Home Rd, Winston Salem, NC 27106
Please register here to secure your spot: https://championvolleyballws.sprocketsports.com/reg.../26883
The cost for this event is free but we will accept donations!
All donations will go to The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Winston-Salem!

💙💛Thank you to all our Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk Sponsors! 💙💛

A huge thank you to our Buddy Walk emcee’s!

We want to give a special shoutout to our incredible Buddy Walk Emcee’s— David D. Daggett and Katie Nordeen! 🎤💙💛

We are so grateful for your support and commitment to the Down syndrome community!

We couldn’t have asked for better leaders to guide us through the day! Thank you for being our emcee’s!

🌟 Buddy Walk 2024 🌟

Wow, what an amazing day! A HUGE thank you to everyone who came out to the Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk this year! Your support, smiles, and energy made this event so special and making our community more inclusive! 💙💛

Together, we walked to raise awareness and celebrated the incredible individuals in our community with Down syndrome!

A special shoutout to our fantastic sponsors and donors for helping us get closer to our fundraising goal, thank you so much!
A great BIG thank you to all the volunteers and participants, we couldn’t have done it without each and every one of you!

Thank you again for your love and support—we can’t wait to see you all next year! 🎉
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We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone tomorrow at the Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk!

💙💛 Schedule of Events 💛💙

You can still register here!
https://charity.pledgeit.org/GreaterWSBuddyWalk

Tomorrow is the big day! Here is some helpful information to help you get ready for a successful Buddy Walk tomorrow morning!

You can still register here!
https://charity.pledgeit.org/GreaterWSBuddyWalk

The Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk is THIS Saturday!
Every donation and registration makes a big difference in supporting the Down syndrome community and helping us reach our goals! Join us in celebrating inclusion- there’s still time to register and be a part of this incredible event!💙💛

https://charity.pledgeit.org/GreaterWSBuddyWalk

Can't wait to see everyone tonight at The Sherwood Restaurant for Buddy Walk t-shirt pick up! Be ready for all the fun activities and skip the long check-in lines the morning of the Buddy Walk by getting your shirts tonight! You can pick up shirts for your whole team!

💃 DSA Moms, It’s Time for a Ladies’ Night Out on Friday, October 18th at The Loop!

Calling all moms in the DSA! Take a break, relax, and enjoy a night out with fellow moms who get it!

Whether you’re new to the group or a familiar face, we can’t wait to see you there!

We are beyond grateful to our incredible Buddy Sponsors for their generous support of the Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk!

Your sponsorship makes a real impact on the programs we can offer, and we couldn’t do it without you! Together, we’re creating a community where everyone’s abilities are recognized and celebrated!

🌟 Thank you for making a difference! 🌟

https://charity.pledgeit.org/GreaterWSBuddyWalk

We are so thrilled to have Linville Team Partners as a Silver Sponsor for our 2024 Greater Winston-Salem Buddy Walk! Thank you so much for your generosity and support of our mission for inclusion for all! 🎉

Registration and opportunities can be found here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/GreaterWSBuddyWalk