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Social Opportunities

Social Opportunities occur on occasion and include various learning components, but focus heavily on social networking and building relationships. Registration is required for each individual social. At times there may be a cost associated, but the majority of these opportunities are free.

Below are the Social Opportunities available for Fall 2024. New social opportunities are offered each quarter.

Fall 2024 Social Opportunities

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Early Matters Play Group

Ages: 0 – 5 (siblings welcome)
Date: every Wednesday (check calendar for special playgroup days and activities)
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: The Early Matters Playgroup is an opportunity for parents to socialize with each other while children interact and play together. Each playgroup will start with circle time (introductions and a welcome song) and the rest of the time will be spent as open play. Siblings are welcome to attend.
Registration: We kindly ask that you register for the “special” playgroup days and activities listed below, but feel free to just pop in on regular playgroup days!

Story Time with Mr. C

Ages: 0 - 5 (siblings welcome)
Date: First Wednesday of the month – October 2, November 6, and December 4
Time: 11:00 - 11:30 am
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: Mr. C from the Norwood Library will be joining us at play group once a month with Story Time! He will be bringing books, songs, activities and more. Each month will have a different seasonal theme. We hope you can join us for a morning of learning and fun!
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Playgroup at the “Together for Down Syndrome Mural”

Ages: 0 – 12 (siblings welcome)
Date: Wednesday, October 16 
Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Together for Down Syndrome Mural - 209 East 12th Street in downtown Cincinnati Cost: Free
Description: Let’s celebrate DS Awareness month by enjoying a morning with donuts at our “Together for Down Syndrome” Mural in downtown Cincinnati. After pictures at the mural, we’ll head across the street for playtime at Ziegler Park!
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September

Parents Night Out

Ages: Parents of All Ages
Date: Friday, September 13
Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Rhinegeist Brewery
Cost: Free
Description: Enjoy an evening out to relax and connect with other DSAGC parents. The DSAGC will have a table reserved in the Rhinegeist tap room. Lite bites will be provided.
Registration Opens June 1 | Registration Closes September 13
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Volleyball Party

Ages: 6 and up
Dates: Saturday, September 14
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 pm
Location: Kings High School
Cost: Free
Description: Join Coach Amanda Meadows (head coach of Kings Highschool and Elevation Club) for a volleyball party! After some fun on the court, there will be a pizza party for all!
Email Joanie@dsagc.com if you can make it!

Photography Day

September 28
Photography Day is an opportunity for you and your family to get pictures taken by a professional photographer. Following your session, you will receive all the photos digitally at no cost to you. This opportunity is FREE to DSAGC families, but registration is required. Space is limited and fills on a first-come, first-serve basis.

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October

Respite Care

Ages: all ages (including siblings)
Date: Saturday, October 5
Time: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: Our respite care provides parents with short-term care services in a safe, supportive, and structured setting. After drop-off, parents will have three hours to themselves to do whatever they please! Our “care assistant” volunteers work alongside DSAGC staff. They are trained and must pass a background check.
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes September 14
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Trunk-Or-Treat

Ages: Families of all ages
Date: Sunday, October 13
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: DSAGC (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: Dress up in your favorite Halloween costumes and join us for our Spooktacular Trunk-or-Treat! Visit each decorated “trunk” for a treat, grab a photo at our Fall-tastic photo booth, come inside for a craft or dance party! This event is a safe, fun, family-friendly environment for all.
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes October 12
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Art and Apps

Ages: ages 18 and up
Date: Friday, October 18
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: $10
Description: Join us for an evening of art and apps! Each person will get to create a piece of art to take home! Appetizers and refreshments will be provided.
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes October 11
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Fashion Show presented by Media Club

Ages: ages 18 and up
Date: Sunday, October 20
Time: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: We invite you to EXPRESS YOURSELF in a fashion show! Wear your favorite outfit or costume and showcase all the wonderful things that make you unique! Each participant will walk the “runway” to their favorite music then have a short moment on stage to express themselves through song, dance, speech, or a wave! Each adult with Down syndrome can invite four guests to watch the show. PS – next year, we hope to expand our fashion show to all ages! Stay tuned.

6:00 – 6:45 pm: Practice (we kindly ask audience members to not enter the Empowerment Center until 6:45 pm)
7:00 – 8:00 pm: Show with Audience
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes October 13
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Adult Halloween Party

Ages: ages 18 and up
Date: Friday, October 25
Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: $10
Description: Wear your favorite Halloween costume and join us for a SPOOKTACULAR party filled with MONSTROUS music and FRIGHTENING fun! Adults will have the opportunity to mix and mingle with their friends while enjoying snacks, crafts, music and more.
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes October 18
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November

Rise and Shine – New Family Welcome

Ages: All Families New to the DSAGC
Date: Saturday, November 16
Time: 9:30am - 11:00 am
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: Rise and Shine is a brunch where we welcome the newest families to the DSAGC community. This is an opportunity for our new families to hear from some of our organization’s leaders and adults with Down syndrome as well as meet other new families in the group. Registration is open for the entire family - siblings and grandparents included! There will be a short program and plenty of time for families to mingle and play in the Empowerment Center!
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes November 9
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Ninja Day

Ages: 6 - 17
Date: Sunday, November 10
Time: 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Location: USA Ninja Challenge (4727 Red Bank Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227)
Cost: $5
Description: Join us for a fun day at USA Ninja Challenge! You’ll get to have fun with some friends while completing ninja warrior obstacle courses. Participate in exciting activities similar to gymnastics, climbing, cross training, and more! Each participant with Down syndrome should bring one friend or family member who can accompany them throughout the event to help with safety.
Registration: Required. A waiver form will be sent out for completion for each registrant.
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes November 3
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December

Annual Holiday Party

Date & Location TBA. Stay tuned for our information about our annual Holiday Party! This event is for families of all ages. 

Siblings Only Social

Ages: siblings age 4 - 14
Date: Sunday, December 15
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: USA Ninja Challenge (4727 Red Bank Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45227)
Cost: $5
Description: We want to celebrate awesome siblings of the DSAGC! Come join us for an afternoon of ACTION as you take on the Ninja Challenge obstacle course. You will participate in exciting activities similar to gymnastics, climbing, cross training, and more! After, we’ll also have a snack and opportunity to connect with other awesome DSAGC siblings.
Registration: Required. Please register each individual who will be participating. A waiver form will be sent out for completion for each registrant.
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes December 8
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Holiday Movie Night

Ages: ages 18 and up
Date: Friday, December 20
Time: 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Location: DSAGC Empowerment Center (4623 Wesley Avenue, Suite B Cincinnati, Ohio 45212)
Cost: Free
Description: Join us for a Holiday Movie - Double Feature! Grab your popcorn as we watch holiday films on our BIG SCREEN. Food and drinks will be provided. We will take a poll on which movies to watch the week before!
Registration Opens September 1st | Registration Closes December 13
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