Monthly meeting are normally held on the 1st Monday of each month September through April. During the months of May - August we have activities at varies locations. This year all meetings will be held at Trinity Baptist Church on 1070 N. Harvey Mitchell Pkwy in Bryan. Childcare provided with RSVP to 979-218-2892 or via e-mail at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com

Please note that the event and conference information contained in this Web site are not necessarily those of the Down Syndrome Support Group of B/CS (DSSG of B/CS) or endorsed by DSSG of B/CS.

10/5/08 5th Annual Buddy Walk

The Down Syndrome Support Group

of Bryan/College Station

presents

The 5th Annual B/CS Buddy Walk

Benefiting the National Down Syndrome Society

& the Down Syndrome Support Group of B/CS

Sunday, October 5, 2008 – Noon

Wolf Pen Creek Amphitheater

The Buddy Walk is a one-mile walk that has three primary goals:

• To promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome

• To raise funds locally and nationally for education

• To enhance the position of the Down syndrome community, enabling us to positively influence local and national policy and practice

For more information or to register on-line visit http://www.firstgiving.com/bcsbuddywalk or call Christy Knight at 979-778-7010.

• Registration and BBQ lunch begins @ noon.

• Walk begins around 1:30 p.m.

• Inflatable carnival area and DJ entertainment by Texas Entertainment.

• Granger Smith concert at 2 p.m.—Must be registered to attend concert!

No alcohol. No outside coolers. Bring your lawn chairs!

BBQ sandwiches, Coca-Cola Products – donations greatly appreciated for food and drinks

11/12/07 Super Moms

The Family Support Network and the Down Syndrome Support Group will host a panel of "Super Moms". An open forum for parents to share tips and ideas. The meeting will be at Trinity Baptist Church 1070 N. Mitchell Parkway, Bryan at 6:30pm. RSVP at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com or 979-778-7010. Pizza and childcare will be provided.

2/4/08 Advocacy Inc

Nancy Gutierrez from Advocacy, Incorporated in Austin will present the basics of special education as weel as the role and rights of the parent and family in those meeting. The meeting will be at Trinity Baptist Church 1070 N. Mitchell Parkway, Bryan at 6:30pm. RSVP at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com or 979-778-7010. Pizza and childcare will be provided.

3/3/08 Siblings of Children with Disabilities

Anne Wehrly will present on the issues that may arise when you have siblings of children with disabilities. Dr. Wehrly presented last year and was so well-received that we have requested that she come back! The meeting will be at Trinity Baptist Church 1070 N. Mitchell Parkway, Bryan at 6:30pm. RSVP at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com or 979-778-7010. Pizza and childcare will be provided.

4/7/08 Sexuality and Children with Disabilties

Dr. Connie Fournier will facilitate a discussion on sexuality and children/young adults with disabilties. This discussion will be candid and open; sensitive subjects may be addressed. The meeting will be at Trinity Baptist Church 1070 N. Mitchell Parkway, Bryan at 6:30pm. RSVP at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com or 979-778-7010. Pizza and childcare will be provided.

5/23/08 Mom's Night Out

Hello Mothers!

The Down Syndrome Support Group board thought it was time to get together for an informal chat.

I am hosting a Mom's Night Out on Friday, May 23, at 7 p.m. at my new home at 2910 Horseback Ct. in College Station, directly behind Academy Sporting Goods. This will give mothers of children with Down syndrome a chance to laugh, talk informally and get feedback from other moms on issues we are facing.

Please don't be shy. Bring your questions - any questions - and let's share our stories and advice.

I will serve drinks and dinner. Please RSVP so we have enough food!

And we love your kids, but you deserve a break. This is for mothers only. Please make arrangements for your husbands and children to stay with someone else for this one night.

(We are planning a get-together for fathers later!)

6/7/08 Swimming Party

Swimming Party

When: Saturday, June 7, 2008

Where: Henderson Harbor, 1629 Mockingbird Lane, Bryan

Time: 1pm – to when you leave.

This is not a drop off, parents/guardians must stay with their children. Pool is open to public. We will provide snacks and drinks. This is a FREE event for all. Please RSVP to get name on list at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com

Sponsored by Down Syndrome Support Group of B/CS

6/27/08 The Bounce

The Bounce

When: Friday, June 27,2008

Where: The Bounce Inflatable Family Fun Center 1210 Harvey Rd. College Station

Time: 6-8pm.

This is not a drop off, parents/guardians must stay with their children and all children must wear socks. We will provide pizza, drinks and cupcakes to all that RSVP. This is a FREE event for all. Please RSVP to get name on list at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com or 979-218-2892.

Sponsored by Down Syndrome Support Group of B/CS

7/18/08 CATALENA COWPOKES RODEO

CATALENA COWPOKES RODEO

Friday, July 18, 2008

10:00 am – 11:30 am

Brazos County Expo Complex

http://www.brazoscountyexpo.com/area-map

Each child or participant will have a cowgirl, cowboy or rodeo clown to escort and assist them (family is always welcome to assist/escort). We will have hats & bandanas for the kids to wear. Each child along with their escort(s) will be able to participate in the following events:

Barrels - there will be stick horses for the kids to run around the barrels; those in wheelchairs can be wheeled around the barrels

Calf Roping - there will be hay bales with the roping dummy heads on them for the kids to rope.

Pony Rides - there will be a horse for the kids to be led around on (spotters will walk along side the children & someone will lead the horse)

Bronc Riding - there will be stick horses for the children to show the crowd their "bucking ability" for 8 seconds

Pictures - there will be a place for the child & their escort(s) to take pictures together. They get a copy of the picture to take with them.

Due to the personalized attention we want to give to the kids, we need RSVP's in order to have an idea of how many participants to expect. Please RSVP no later than July 11th in order to participate.

This is geared towards children of Special Needs, but there is not an actual age limit. If there is an adult of Special Needs that would enjoy this, then they are welcome to participate.

Please contact me with any questions. Thanks so much!

Sherry Jennings

Catalena Cowgirls

979-690-0209

sjennings@aggienetwork.com

www.catalenacowgirls.com

7/25/08 Adult Bingo Night

Fun for Adults with Down

syndrome and other Special

Needs (FADS)

What: Bingo Night

When: Friday, July 25, 2008

Time: 6:00 – 8:00pm – Pizza served at 6; Bingo starts at 6:30

Where: Trinity Baptist Church 1070 N Harvey Mitchell Pkwy,Bryan

For: Adults with Down syndrome and other special needs 18 years

and older. (no children allowed)

RSVP: Christy knight 979-778-7010. Leave message on machine

name and how many

Hosted by: Down Syndrome Support Group of B/CS

7/26/08 The Children's Museum

The Children's Musuem

When: Saturday, July 26, 2008

Where: The Children's Museum 111 East 27th St.

Time: 11 - 1:30pm.

This is not a drop off, parents/guardians must stay with their children. Museum is open to public. We will provide light lunch and drinks. This is a FREE event for all. Please RSVP to get name on list at downsyndromeofbcs@yahoo.com

Sponsored by Down Syndrome Support Group of B/CS