BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ds Connections Nw - Down Syndrome Connections Northwest - ECPv6.18.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ds Connections Nw - Down Syndrome Connections Northwest REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T193000 DTSTAMP:20261028T011949Z CREATED:20261028T011949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T011949Z UID:4914-1793383200-1793388600@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:šŸŽƒšŸ‘» COME TRUNK-OR-TREAT WITH DSCNW! šŸ’™šŸ’› DESCRIPTION:šŸ“…Ā Friday\, October 30 \nā°Ā 6:00ā€“7:30 PM \nšŸ“Ā Hayden Elementary School \nĀ  \nCome dressed in your favorite costume\, collect some treats\, and stop by to say hello to your friends at DS Connections NW! We canā€™t wait to celebrate Halloween with our community! šŸ•øļøšŸ­ URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/%f0%9f%8e%83%f0%9f%91%bb-come-trunk-or-treat-with-dscnw-%f0%9f%92%99%f0%9f%92%9b/ LOCATION:Hayden Meadows Elementary\, 900 E Hayden Ave\, Hayden\, IDAHO\, 83835 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/hand-drawn-flat-trunk-treat-background_23-2149085386.jpg.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261030T200000 DTSTAMP:20261028T003457Z CREATED:20261008T184934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T003457Z UID:4897-1793383200-1793390400@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:šŸŽƒšŸ‘» HAYDEN TEEN & YOUNG ADULT CONNECT GROUP! šŸ‘»šŸŽƒ DESCRIPTION:Halloween fun is coming! Join Zion and your DSCNW crew for a spooktacular evening on Friday\, October 30th\, from 6:00ā€“8:00 PM at the DSCNW Office! \nšŸ‘» Come dressed in your Halloween costume!\nšŸŽƒ Halloween festivities await!\nšŸ¬ Games\, fun\, laughs\, and time with friends! \nšŸ’™šŸ’› Grab your costume and join us for a frightfully fun night! \nšŸ“… Friday\, October 30th\nā° 6:00ā€“8:00 PM\nšŸ“ DSCNW Office \nPlease register so we know youā€™re joining us! URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/%f0%9f%8e%83%f0%9f%91%bb-hayden-teen-young-adult-connect-group-%f0%9f%91%bb%f0%9f%8e%83/ LOCATION:Down Syndrome Connections NW\, 3839 W. Prairie Ave\, Hayden\, 83835\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/IMG_1675-2.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261105T183000 DTSTAMP:20261028T004258Z CREATED:20261028T004219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T004258Z UID:4911-1793899800-1793903400@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:Beyond the Checklist: Functional Medicine and Down Syndrome DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Checklist: Functional Medicine and Down Syndrome \nCome connect with other parents for an encouraging evening on going beyond the typical health checklist for kids with Down syndrome. \nYour host\, Leah Streich\, PA-C\, is a functional medicine practitioner and mom of three\, including Harper\, 11\, who has Down syndrome. For 13 years\, Leah has helped families fill the gaps in conventional care with practical\, lifestyle-forward\, evidence-informed tools that support prevention and quality of life. \nTogether\, weā€™ll talk about supporting gut health\, the thyroid and nutrients\, and how to advocate for your child. Youā€™ll leave with a take-home handout\, one simple next step\, and new friends who get it. \nThursday\, November 5th Ā Ā· Ā 530-630PM Ā Ā· Ā DSCNW Office\, RSVP \nIn person or zoom available. URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/beyond-the-checklist-functional-medicine-and-down-syndrome/ LOCATION:Down Syndrome Connections NW\, 3839 W. Prairie Ave\, Hayden\, 83835\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/IMG_2001-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261107T170000 DTSTAMP:20261028T004011Z CREATED:20261028T004011Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T004011Z UID:4905-1794063600-1794070800@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:Alice in Wonderland Jr. DESCRIPTION:šŸŽ­ Join DS Connections NW in Supporting CDA ACTā€™s Alice in Wonderland Jr.! šŸ’™\nDS Connections NW would love to bring our community together to cheer on all the talented actors with Down syndrome in CDA ACTā€™s production of Alice in Wonderland Jr.! \nJoin us on Saturday\, November 7\, at 3:00 PM at the Kroc Center for an afternoon of theater\, inclusion\, and celebration. Letā€™s fill the audience with support and show our actors how proud we are of them! \nšŸŽŸļø Community Ticket Campaign \n\nRegular ticket price: $20 per seat\nOur group rate: Just $15 per seat\nNeed a little help? Pay as little as $10 per seat!\n\nWe want everyone to have the opportunity to attend\, regardless of their budget. \nšŸ’™ Want to Give a Little Extra? \nAny donation above the ticket price will go directly to CDA ACT as a gift from the DS Connections NW community\, helping support the incredible work they do to create inclusive opportunities through the arts. \nLetā€™s show up\, cheer loudly\, and celebrate our amazing actors! Together\, we can make this a memorable experience for everyone. \nConnection is in our name\, and inclusion is in our hearts! šŸ’™ URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/alice-in-wonderland-jr/ LOCATION:KROC\, 1765 W Golf Course Rd\, Coeur d'Alene\, ID 83815\, Coeur d'Alene\, ID\, 83815 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/CDA-ACT-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261118T203000 DTSTAMP:20261111T044003Z CREATED:20261111T042426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261111T044003Z UID:5039-1795026600-1795033800@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:Alyssa and Chad's Teen & Young Adult Thanksgiving Connect Group DESCRIPTION:šŸ¦ƒ Teen & Young Adult Connect Night: Thanksgiving Fest! šŸ‚ \nJoin Alyssa and Chad for a fun-filled Thanksgiving celebration at Tandy Therapy at Stateline in Post Falls! \nWeā€™re getting into the Thanksgiving spirit with an evening of friendship\, fun\, and festive activities! \nHereā€™s what we have planned: \nšŸ Thanksgiving Festivities: Wear your favorite Thanksgiving gear or dress in fall colors like red\, yellow\, orange\, and brown! \nšŸŽ¬ Movie Time: Settle in and enjoy the classic A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. \nšŸŽÆ Thanksgiving Bingo: Play some themed bingo and see who gets lucky! \nšŸŽ Festive Snack Making: Weā€™ll get creative in the kitchen and make a fun Thanksgiving-themed snack\, including colorful apple slices arranged like a turkey\, with caramel dipping sauce! \nšŸ§¦ Donā€™t forget your crazy socks! Tandy Therapy is a no-shoes zone\, so leave your shoes at the door and show off your funkiest\, craziest socks! šŸ‚šŸ¦ƒ \nMost importantly\, itā€™s a chance to connect with friends\, share some laughs\, and enjoy a relaxed evening together. \nšŸ“… Date: November 18th\nā° Time: 6:30ā€“8:30 PM\nšŸ“ Location: Tandy Therapy at Stateline\, Post Falls\, ID \nWe canā€™t wait to celebrate with everyone! Bring your Thanksgiving spirit and get ready for a great night! šŸ§” URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/alyssa-and-chads-teen-young-adult-thanksgiving-connect-group/ LOCATION:Tandy Therapy\, Post Falls\, 3773 W 5th Ave\, Post Falls\, ID\, 83854 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Event_TeenYA_SpokaneVlg.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261122T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261122T173000 DTSTAMP:20261111T033919Z CREATED:20261111T033919Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261111T033919Z UID:5029-1795363200-1795368600@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:šŸŽ„šŸš¢ DSCNW Lake Coeur dā€™Alene Christmas Cruises! šŸŽ…šŸ’™ DESCRIPTION:Weā€™re so excited! DS Connections NW has reserved theĀ WHOLE BOAT just for our DSCNW families!Ā ā¤ļøšŸ’š \nJoin us onĀ Sunday\, November 22nd\, 2026 or Sunday\, December 13th for a little Christmas magic on beautiful Lake Coeur dā€™Alene! āœØšŸŽ„ \nWe haveĀ THREE Christmas opportunitiesĀ planned for our families this year! \nšŸš¢Ā Christmas Cruise:Ā Sunday\, November 22nd\, 4-5:30PM \nšŸŽ„Ā DSCNW Christmas Party:Ā Saturday\, December 5th\, at The Little Gym\, 4-6PM \nšŸš¢Ā Christmas Cruise:Ā Sunday\, December 13th\, 4-5:30PM \nWe want as many families as possible to enjoy the holiday fun and celebrate with their DSCNW friends! šŸ’™ \nFor now\, please choose just ONE of these three Christmas opportunities per familyĀ so everyone has a chance to participate. \nšŸšØĀ Important Cruise Information:Ā Because our Christmas cruises take place on a vessel\, we must follow maritime regulations.Ā Every person on board needs a ticket\, including infants and babies.Ā Please be sure to include everyone in your family when registering! \nĀ  \nWe canā€™t wait to make some wonderful holiday memories together! šŸŽ…šŸ’™ \nConnection is in our name\, and we love celebrating the season with our DSCNW family!Ā šŸ’™šŸ’› URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/%f0%9f%8e%84%f0%9f%9a%a2-dscnw-lake-coeur-dalene-christmas-cruises-%f0%9f%8e%85%f0%9f%92%99/ LOCATION:Coeur dā€™Alene Resort\, 115 S 2nd St\, Coeur d'Alene\, ID\, 83814\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Journey-to-the-N-Pole.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261205T180000 DTSTAMP:20261111T034442Z CREATED:20261111T034442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261111T034442Z UID:5036-1796486400-1796493600@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:šŸ¤ šŸŽ„ COWBOY CHRISTMAS PARTY! šŸŽ„šŸ¤  DESCRIPTION:šŸ¤ šŸŽ„ Yā€™ALL ARE INVITED TO OUR ANNUAL COWBOY CHRISTMAS PARTY! šŸŽ„šŸ¤  \nSaddle up and join your DS Connections NW family for an afternoon of Christmas fun\, cowboy style! šŸ’™ We canā€™t wait to celebrate the season with all of you! \nšŸ“…Ā Saturday\, December 5th\, 2026 \nā°Ā 4:00ā€“6:00 PM \nšŸ“Ā The Little Gym of Post Falls \nšŸŽŸļøĀ Your ticket includes ALL this Christmas fun: \nšŸ½ļø A full Christmas meal \nā˜• A festive hot cocoa bar \nšŸŖ A delicious dessert bar \nšŸŽ Christmas presents for ALL children\, including our adult children with Down syndrome \nšŸ¤ø Gym time for children ages 12 and younger \nšŸ’ƒ Dance lessons \nšŸŽ… Special time with Santa and Mrs. Claus! \nšŸ’™Ā A little note about registration:Ā We have THREE Christmas opportunities for our DSCNW families this year: two Lake Coeur dā€™Alene Christmas Cruises and our Cowboy Christmas Party! To give as many families as possible the chance to celebrate with us\,Ā please choose just ONE of the three Christmas events per family for now. \nWe love bringing our families together\, and our annual Christmas party is one of our favorite ways to celebrate the season. We hope youā€™ll join us for this special afternoon! \nšŸŽ„Ā Tickets are required\, so be sure to register your family! \nLetā€™s make this a Christmas to remember! šŸ’™šŸ’› URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/%f0%9f%a4%a0%f0%9f%8e%84-cowboy-christmas-party-%f0%9f%8e%84%f0%9f%a4%a0/ LOCATION:The Little Gym of Post Falls\, 9044 W Prairie Ave Suite 103\, Post Falls\, ID\, 83854\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Cowboy-Christmas-11-x-8.5-in-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20261213T173000 DTSTAMP:20261111T034110Z CREATED:20261111T034110Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261111T034110Z UID:5034-1797177600-1797183000@dsconnectionsnw.org SUMMARY:šŸŽ„šŸš¢ DSCNW Lake Coeur dā€™Alene Christmas Cruises! šŸŽ…šŸ’™ DESCRIPTION:Weā€™re so excited! DS Connections NW has reserved theĀ WHOLE BOAT just for our DSCNW families!Ā ā¤ļøšŸ’š \nJoin us onĀ Sunday\, November 22nd\, 2026 or Sunday\, December 13th for a little Christmas magic on beautiful Lake Coeur dā€™Alene! āœØšŸŽ„ \nWe haveĀ THREE Christmas opportunitiesĀ planned for our families this year! \nšŸš¢Ā Christmas Cruise:Ā Sunday\, November 22nd\, 4-5:30PM \nšŸŽ„Ā DSCNW Christmas Party:Ā Saturday\, December 5th\, at The Little Gym\, 4-6PM \nšŸš¢Ā Christmas Cruise:Ā Sunday\, December 13th\, 4-5:30PM \nWe want as many families as possible to enjoy the holiday fun and celebrate with their DSCNW friends! šŸ’™ \nFor now\, please choose just ONE of these three Christmas opportunities per familyĀ so everyone has a chance to participate. \nšŸšØĀ Important Cruise Information:Ā Because our Christmas cruises take place on a vessel\, we must follow maritime regulations.Ā Every person on board needs a ticket\, including infants and babies.Ā Please be sure to include everyone in your family when registering! \nĀ  \nWe canā€™t wait to make some wonderful holiday memories together! šŸŽ…šŸ’™ \nConnection is in our name\, and we love celebrating the season with our DSCNW family!Ā šŸ’™šŸ’› URL:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/event/%f0%9f%8e%84%f0%9f%9a%a2-dscnw-lake-coeur-dalene-christmas-cruises-%f0%9f%8e%85%f0%9f%92%99-2/ LOCATION:Coeur dā€™Alene Resort\, 115 S 2nd Street\, Coeur d'Alene\, ID\, 83814 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://dsconnectionsnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/11/Journey-to-the-N-Pole.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR