Ds Connections Nw - Down Syndrome Connections Northwest

Teen and Young Adult Night - Spokane Valley
2026-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy Center, 15920 E Indiana Ave, Spokane Valley, WA, 99216, United States
🌱 Spokane Valley Teen & Young Adult Connect Group Invite 🌱

Join us as we celebrate Earth Day with a fun, hands-on evening! 🌎

Get your hands a little dirty as we plant seeds, work with soil, and create your very own plant to take home. Watch it grow and nurture something special long after the event!

🪴 What to Expect:

Planting pots, dirt & seeds

A take-home plant you create

Time to connect, laugh, and have fun with friends

📅 Date: April 22nd

⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM

📍 Location: Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy (Spokane Valley)

🌿 Dress the part! Participants are encouraged to wear earthy colors to celebrate Earth Day.

We can’t wait to grow something amazing together! 💚

Teen and Young Adult Night - Hayden
2026-04-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Down Syndrome Connections NW, 3839 W. Prairie Ave, Hayden, 83835, United States
🌱 DSCNW Hayden Teen & Young Adult Connect Group 🌱
Join us for a fun belated Earth Day celebration filled with planting and games! 🌎
Come get your hands a little dirty as we plant and create something you can take home and watch grow – then stick around for games, laughter, and time with friends!
🪴 What to Expect:

Seed planting activity to celebrate Earth Day
A take-home potted plant
Games and social time

📅 Date: April 28th
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Location: DSCNW Office (Hayden)
Bring a friend and come ready for a great evening – we can’t wait to see you there! 💚

Mother's Day Tea
2026-05-02 11:00 - 13:00 | Down Syndrome Connections NW, 3839 W. Prairie Ave, Hayden, 83835, United States
🌸 You’re Invited: Mother’s Day Tea 🌸
Join us for a special Mother’s Day Tea at the DSCNW Office on May 2nd from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM!
Enjoy a relaxing and meaningful afternoon featuring:
☕ A guided tea talk with Amanda, all about different types of tea
🌿 Craft your own custom tea blend to take home
🎁 Create a simple, giftable craft to hold your newly made tea
🥪 A light lunch with a variety of tea sandwiches and delicious desserts (GF available)
✨ Only $10 per person
💛 Don’t have a mother attending? You’re still welcome—invite a friend and join us!
🎟️ Registration is now LIVE!
Spots are limited to just 20 people, so be sure to reserve your spot soon!
💐 We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Spokane Valley Teen & Young Adult Connect Group
2026-05-20 18:00 - 20:00
Spokane Valley Teen & Young Adult Connect Group on May 20th 🍿🎬
By popular request, we’ll be watching The Super Mario Bros. Movie (2023)!
Participants are welcome to bring pajamas, comfy clothes, blankets, or anything cozy to get ready for the movie.
📅 May 20th
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Stepping Stones Pediatric Therapy – Spokane Valley

This will be Alyssa and Chad’s last group before they take a summer break, so we hope to see everyone there for a fun night together! 💙

Hayden Teen & Young Adult Connect Group - CANCELLED
2026-05-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Down Syndrome Connections NW, 3839 W. Prairie Ave, Hayden, 83835, United States
Hi everyone! Unfortunately, our May Connect Group is canceled.
Exciting news though – Zion bought a house! 🎉
He’ll be busy moving during the last week of May and won’t be able to run group.
Congratulations, Zion, on the purchase of your new home!
We are so happy for you and wish you all the best in this exciting new chapter. 🏡

Father's Day Spokane Indians Game
2026-06-21 13:05 | Spokane Avista Stadium
FATHER’S DAY FUN!
Join DSCNW for TWO Spokane Indians games this summer! ⚾💙
Our first game is on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21st. Come celebrate your favorite dad or father figure with an afternoon at the ballpark!
Our second game is Saturday, August 8th for Star Wars and Fireworks Night! ✨🎆

Attend one or both games with family and friends. We hope to see you at the ballpark this summer!

DSCNW Hayden Teen & Young Adult Connect Group - Hayden
2026-06-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Down Syndrome Connections NW, 3839 W. Prairie Ave, Hayden, 83835, United States
DSCNW Hayden Teen & Young Adult Connect Group Invite
🎲 Teen & Young Adult Game Night 🎲
Join us for an evening of fun, laughter, and friendly competition at our Teen & Young Adult Connect Group Game Night!
📅 Tuesday, June 30
⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Ds Connections NW Hayden Office
We’ll be playing a variety of games and, weather permitting, taking the fun outside for some outdoor activities and team challenges!
👟 Please come dressed in comfortable clothing and footwear that you can move around in outdoors.
Whether you’re a board game champion, a cornhole competitor, or just looking to hang out with friends, there’s something for everyone. We can’t wait to see you there!

Christmas in July: Elf Camp Summer Picnic!
2026-07-25 11:00 - 14:00 | Ramsey Park, 3525 N Ramsey Rd, Coeur d' Alene, 83815, United States
☀️🎄 Christmas in July: Elf Camp Summer Picnic! 🎄☀️
Join DS Connections NW for one of our favorite summer traditions at the beautiful Ramsey Park Pavilion!
📅 July 25
🕚 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
We’re bringing a little holiday magic to summer with our Christmas in July: Elf Camp themed picnic! This is a time for families, friends, and community members to come together, relax, and connect.
Expect a fun-filled day with:
🎅 Christmas cookie decorating (tropical style!)
🧝 Elf training obstacle courses for all ability levels
⛄ Air-dry clay snowman crafts to take home
🎈 Bubbles, lawn games, and plenty of play
🍽️ A full lunch, drinks, and desserts provided
Whether you’re a longtime friend of DSCNW or brand new to our community, you are welcome here. This event is all about connection, inclusion, and celebrating our amazing Inland Northwest Down syndrome community.
Bring your festive spirit, wear your Christmas-in-July gear, and join us for a joyful afternoon together!
We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️
REGISTRATION COMING SOON

2026 Step UP for Down Syndrome Walk
2026-09-26 09:00 - 17:00 | Discovery Playground, 2426 N Discovery Pl, Spokane Valley, WA, 99216
REGISTER TODAY! Join the fun!
-Choose in Person OR Virtual-
Thanks to You, We’re Making a Difference!
Because 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.
Get Involved Today!

Create a Team
Sponsor a Walker
Invite Friends, Family & Co-workers
Walk and Donate!

Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive community – one step at a time.

2026 In-Person Step UP Walk Event Details
🗓️ Date: Saturday, September 26th, 2026
📍Location: 2426 N Discovery Pl, Spokane Valley, WA 99216
🕘 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Registration and Raffle Open
🕙 10:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Announcements and Walk Warm Up and Line Up
🕥 10:30 AM – 11:15 AM – 2025 Inland NW Step UP for Ds Walk
🕚 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM – Entertainment/Activities and Refreshments Open
🕛 Noon – Raffle Winners Announced 🎉
(Times Subject to Change)

2026 Virtual Step UP Walk Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 26th, 2026 (Or whenever it’s easiest for you!)
Location: You Choose!
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Suggested time) – Virtual Step UP for Ds Walk
Let’s Walk Together – Wherever You Are!
We may not be walking side by side in person, but we can still Step UP for Down Syndrome – together!
Gather your team, lace up your shoes, and walk in your own neighborhood!
Our 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!
We’d LOVE to see your photos and videos!
Share your Walk moments with us:

Email them to us directly: info@dsconnectionsnw.org
Post them on our social media event pages: #dscnwstepup2026

Let’s flood our feeds with joy, unity, and celebration!
Your Support Makes a Lasting Impact
As 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.
DS Connections NW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Registration tips – Creating a Walk Team
If 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.
Steps to Create a Team (Watch tutorial here):

Click 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.
Once the fundraiser’s information is submitted, you’ll have the option to build or create a team.
Note: Every team must have at least one fundraiser, but fundraisers do not need to build a team or be on a team.

Once the team is created:

Others can register as Walkers on that team.
Additional people can also become fundraisers for the team.
Special Note: Registration is free for individuals with Down syndrome when accompanied by a paid adult registration.

*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.*
*Online registration stays open through 5 PM, September 23rd, 2026. Registration opens again (in person) at 9 AM the morning of the Walk!*
