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SUMMARY:Spokane Indians Star Wars and Fireworks - Saturday 8/8
DESCRIPTION:⚾🌟 JOIN DSCNW FOR STAR WARS & FIREWORKS NIGHT! 🎆✨ \nJoin DS Connections NW at the Spokane Indians game on Saturday\, August 8th\, for an evening of baseball\, Star Wars fun\, and fireworks! ⚾🌌 \nDSCNW has discounted reserved seats available for families and friends who want to join us for this fun summer outing! 🎟️ \n📅 Saturday\, August 8th \n⚾ Spokane Indians Game \n🌟 Star Wars Night \n🎆 Fireworks after the game \n🎟️ Reserve your discounted DSCNW seats today! \nBring your family and friends and enjoy a fun night at the ballpark together! We hope to see you there! 💙💛
URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/spokane-indians-star-wars-and-fireworks-saturday-8-8/
LOCATION:Spokane Avista Stadium
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SUMMARY:NEW Family Connect Group - JOYA Spokane
DESCRIPTION:DSCNW New Family Connect Group – PLEASE REGISTER \nWe’re excited to launch a New Family Connect Group – a welcoming space for individuals with Down syndrome and their families to come together\, build friendships\, and find community. \nThis group is designed for anyone who is new to DSCNW or simply looking for a fresh way to connect. Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been part of the Down syndrome community for years\, you are welcome here. \nEach gathering will include relaxed time to connect\, fun activities\, and opportunities to share experiences\, encouragement\, and resources. Kids\, teens\, adults\, siblings\, parents\, and caregivers all have a place in this group. \nOur goal is simple: to create a supportive\, joyful space where families can connect\, feel understood\, and grow together. \nThis group is run by Jessica Morris\, parent of Orion (5 years old with Down syndrome). \n📅  August 10th\n📍 Location: Joya\, 1016 N Superior Street\, Spokane\n🕒 Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM \n🧦 A Note About Socks: The mat area at Joya is a no-shoes zone\, so please bring or wear your craziest\, most colorful socks! We can’t wait to see everyone’s fun sock style. \nCome as you are – there’s a place for you here.
URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/new-family-connect-group-joya-spokane/
LOCATION:Joya\, 1016 N Superior Street\, Spokane\, 99202\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Step UP for Down Syndrome Walk
DESCRIPTION:REGISTER TODAY!  Join the fun!\n-Choose in Person OR Virtual- \nThanks to You\, We’re Making a Difference! \nBecause of your support\, DS Connections NW continues to provide vital resources\, advocacy\, and community for individuals and families throughout the Inland Northwest whose lives are touched by Down syndrome. \nGet Involved Today! \n\nCreate a Team\nSponsor a Walker\nInvite Friends\, Family & Co-workers\nWalk and Donate!\n\nTogether\, we’re building a stronger\, more inclusive community – one step at a time. \n  \n2026 In-Person Step UP Walk Event Details \n🗓️ Date: Saturday\, September 26th\, 2026 \n📍Location: 2426 N Discovery Pl\, Spokane Valley\, WA 99216 \n🕘 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Registration and Raffle Open \n🕙 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Announcements and Walk Warm Up and Line Up \n🕥 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM – 2025 Inland NW Step UP for Ds Walk \n🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Entertainment/Activities and Refreshments Open \n🕛 Noon – Raffle Winners Announced 🎉 \n(Times Subject to Change) \n  \n2026 Virtual Step UP Walk Event Details \nDate: Saturday\, September 26th\, 2026 (Or whenever it’s easiest for you!) \nLocation: You Choose! \nTime:  9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Suggested time) – Virtual Step UP for Ds Walk \nLet’s Walk Together – Wherever You Are! \nWe may not be walking side by side in person\, but we can still Step UP for Down Syndrome – together! \nGather your team\, lace up your shoes\, and walk in your own neighborhood! \nOur suggested walk time is 9 AM to 1 PM\, but feel free to walk whenever it works best for you. What matters most is showing your support and celebrating in your own way! \nWe’d LOVE to see your photos and videos! \nShare your Walk moments with us: \n\nEmail them to us directly: info@dsconnectionsnw.org\nPost them on our social media event pages: #dscnwstepup2026\n\nLet’s flood our feeds with joy\, unity\, and celebration! \nYour Support Makes a Lasting Impact \nAs you consider a donation or sponsorship—whether for a team or an individual walker—please know that 100% of proceeds benefit Ds Connections NW and our ongoing mission to improve the quality of life for individuals with Down syndrome\, their families\, and the broader community. \nDS Connections NW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. \nRegistration tips – Creating a Walk Team \nIf you’re starting a Walk Team in honor of someone or for a business\, create the team page before registering yourself. This way\, you’ll be able to select and join your team during your registration process. \nSteps to Create a Team (Watch tutorial here): \n\nClick the Button “Create/Join Team”. Start by entering the name of the person who will be the team’s first fundraiser or the team name.\nOnce the fundraiser’s information is submitted\, you’ll have the option to build or create a team.\nNote: Every team must have at least one fundraiser\, but fundraisers do not need to build a team or be on a team.\n\nOnce the team is created: \n\nOthers can register as Walkers on that team.\nAdditional people can also become fundraisers for the team.\nSpecial Note: Registration is free for individuals with Down syndrome when accompanied by a paid adult registration.\n\n*T-shirts and t-shirt sizes guaranteed with registrations made by September 12th\, 2026.  But we ordered a few extra shirts\, so register now\, before size choices are no longer available.* \n*Online registration stays open through 5 PM\, September 23rd\, 2026.  Registration opens again (in person) at 9 AM the morning of the Walk!* \n 
URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/2026-step-up-for-down-syndrome-walk/
LOCATION:Discovery Playground\, 2426 N Discovery Pl\, Spokane Valley\, WA\, 99216
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