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GHFEDS 2023 Calendar

Start
April 02, 2022
End
June 25, 2022
Location
Galveston & Oak Park & Bluebonnets
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GHFEDS 2023 Calendar

Calendar Rules

All ages welcomed!

You must have a current Annual Membership.

Registration fee is $21 per child and is non-refundable.

Rescheduling photo shoot will not be permitted, if you can not attend the photo shoot then notify us immediately.

You must sell a minimum of 3 calendars, calendars are $20 each.

*Whoever pre purchases the most calendars will be Featured on the Calendar Cover.

Once photo shoots are completed an email will be sent for calendar orders to be placed.

**Calendar sales will close on 10/1/22

If you have more than one child with Ds you must register each child separately.

Photo Shoot Dates

April 2nd Bluebonnet Location (2 spots)

Saturday June 11th Galveston Allleys- Afternoon (5 spots)

Saturday June 25th Oak Park 118 S. Magnolia Alvin (5spots)

You will be contacted by photographer Kerri Liles regarding times and locations.

Calendars will also be available to purchase at the Step Up Walk.

These purchases will not be counted towards the Calendar Cover.

*Annual Membership Required*

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2022 Step Up Walk Buttons

Start
May 24, 2022
End
September 26, 2022
Location
TBA

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2022 GHFEDS Step Up For Down Syndrome Walk

Walk Buttons

Order due by September 26th

Buttons are $3 each in quantities of 5.

Please send a "Head Shot" photo to Elizabeth Stevens at elpool@earthlink.net

Buttons can be picked up along with your walk shirt pick up TBA.

This is an example of the buttons, current year will be added to the buttons.

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2022 Step Up Walk Sign

Start
May 24, 2022
End
September 26, 2022
Location
TBA

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Team Captains will receive 1 free walk sign when your team raises $100 or more. If your team does not raise $100+ or you want extra walk signs you will need to order here, walk signs are $50 each, please send a "Head Shot" photo and Team Name to Elizabeth Stevens at elpool@earthlink.net

Please order by September 26th!

This is an example of the walk sign, design may be different for this years walk.

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Volunteers for Step Up Walk

Start
May 24, 2022
End
September 12, 2022
Location
Walter Hall Park - 807 Hwy 3 League City 77573

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If you are interested in volunteering for GHFEDS Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk please register here.

The walk will be held on October 8th from 9am - noon at Walter Hall Park in League City.

We will need volunteers to help from 7am - noon with restocking water and capri-sun's in coolers, restocking snacks, setting up walk signs along walk path, hanging banners, placing fitted table cloths on tables, direct parking, cotton candy machine, popcorn machine, monitor stage, manage registration/volunteer/shirt/prize tables, monitor moonwalks/slides, and clean up.

Each volunteer will receive a walk shirt and breakfast.

Click on each volunteer job for a description and hours needed. Please bring your own volunteer hours form to be signed if needed.

Please register by September 12th!

If you have any questions please contact us at admin@ghfeds.org.

We greatly appreciate your time to volunteer for GHFEDS Step Up Walk!!

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Parent Educational Meeting - Angela Bishop and Brewed Blessings!

When
May 26, 2022
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location
Verne Cox Center 5200 Burke Road, Pasadena, Tx 77504

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Parent Educational Meeting

May 26th 6:30pm-8:30pm

Arrival/Light Dinner @ 6:30pm

Meeting will begin promptly @ 7pm

Childcare Available

Location: Verne Cox Center

5200 Burke Road

Pasadena, Texas 77504

Angela Bishop - Brewed Blessings!

Learn about Brewed Blessings, a local community Coffee Shop where special needs adults can get meaningful employment and education in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Angela will share her vision and plans for Brewed Blessings, along with her desire to educate local communities on everything the special abilities population can do.

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Ecologist School Houston- Summer Camp

Start
June 01, 2022
9:00 AM
End
August 19, 2022
3:00 PM

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Ecologist School Houston- Summer Camp

GHFEDs is Offering reimbursement of $100 to One Summer camp Session- Limited to three kids with Down syndrome ages 5-12.

Ecology School is offering a Discounted rate to summer camp. $200 for a week for GHFEDS Members only.

Register by emailing ecologistschoolhouston@gmail.com or calling Jennifer Fetter-Matthys at (713)392-9258 and let her know that you are registering as a GHFEDS Member for the discounted price.

GHFEDS will reimburse $100 after camp attendance and proof of payment is received.

Click here for camp information: https://ecologistschoolhou.wixsite.com/website/programs-offered

* Annual Membership is required*

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Summer Program - Family Fishing

When
June 04, 2022
10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Location
The Eddie V. Gray Wetlands Center 1724 Market Street Baytown

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SUMMER PROGRAM

Family Fishing

June 4th from 10am-1pm

Wetlands Center

1724 Market Street, Baytown

The TPWD will be providing fishing gear and bait, if you have your own you can bring it as well. Limited number will be allowed on pier at one time. So families can alternate between indoor and outdoor activities.

The Wetlands Center will be open for indoor activities as well- fishing games will be available and sensory friendly activities included inside.

After the group is finished with fishing you can enjoy a picnic lunch at the covered pavilion. (bring your own lunch and drinks). Please bring lawn chairs, bug spray, and sunscreen.

Ghfeds will provide snacks and water.

**You must have a current Annual Membership to register for summer programs.**

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Sib Social - Pool Party

When
June 12, 2022
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location
6290 South Shore Blvd. League City

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Sib Social

Sunday June 12th, 2022

1:00pm - 3pm

Location: 6290 South Shore Blvd. League City

Games, Pizza, snacks and drinks provided

This social is for Siblings & Parents Only!

Sibling drop off is optional!

Registration closes on Monday June 6th!

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*You must have a current Annual Membership to register for this event.*

Sincerely,

Sarah Clark

Sib Social Coordinator

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Youth Social - Pirates Bay (Special Needs Night)

When
June 13, 2022
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Location
3203 FM 1960

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Youth Social

Pirate's Bay Water Park

5300 E. Road Baytown

Monday June 13th

6:30pm-10pm

Pizza and drinks provided

Pizza Picnic will be provided @ 6:30pm to the right of front entrance. Waterpark opening @ 7:30pm

This social is for kids with Ds ages 5-14, siblings are welcomed and will be charged $5 per sibling.

This social is for the immediate family only, kids with Ds, parents and youth siblings.

*You must have a current Annual Membership to register for this event.*

No Shows will be charged $5 per person for this prepaid event

*Registration Closes Monday 06/06/22*

Sincerely,

Kerri Liles

Youth Social Coordinator

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Summer Program- Adaptations Program

When
June 14, 2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location
Armand Bayou Nature Center - 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena
Spaces left
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SUMMER TIME IS FUN TIME

GHFEDS would like to invite you for a 2hour Adaptations Program at Armand Bayou Nature Center.

8500 Bay Area Blvd Pasadena

DATE & TIME

Tuesday June 14th from 10am-12pm

This event is for all ages, siblings will be charged $7 per sibling, and maximum of 30 Individuals to attend, registration will close once limit is reached.

The program will feature Bird, Mammal, Reptile and Plant Adaptations.

You must wear sneakers or boots, no opened toe or heel shoes, comfortable clothes, bring bug spray and sunscreen, and refillable water bottle.

Following the class we will have a picnic, please bring your own coolers, food and drinks. You will need to bring all food trash home with you to keep the wildlife out of the garbage cans.

Registration closes on June 7th.

This is a prepaid event- no shows or cancellations after the deadline will be charged $15 per person.

**You must have a current GHFEDS annual membership to register for summer programs, if you would like to join or renew membership click here.

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NDSC - New Orleans Convention

Start
June 23, 2022
End
June 26, 2022
Location
New Orleans

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GHFEDS will be offering $100 reimbursement for attending the NDSC Convention which will be held on June 23-26th In New Orleans

You must have a current Annual Membership to register for the reimbursement.

Visit the NDSC website for more info and to register for the convention.

Register for the conference: ndsccenter.org

$100 will be reimbursed after proof of attendance and receipt is received.

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Parents Night Out - Painting with a Twist

When
June 24, 2022
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Location
607 S Friendswood Dr, Friendswood, Tx 77546
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Parents Night Out

Painting with a Twist

June 24th Tuesday from 7pm-9pm

Location: 607 S Friendswood Dr in Friendswood

Get a sitter because it's Parents Night Out, BYOB and snacks to share, enjoy a night of painting and laughing.

Limited Spots Available

*You must have a current Annual Membership to register for this event.*

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SUMMER PROGRAM - Bowling Camp

Start
July 09, 2022
10:00 AM
End
July 30, 2022
12:00 PM
Location
Main Event - 1125 Magnolia Avenue Webster, TX 77598

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SUMMER PROGRAM

Bowling Camp
Dates: Saturday's - July 9, 16, 23, 30
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: Main Event in Webster

The Bowling Camp is for all ages

Siblings are welcomed and will be charged $28 per sibling, this fee is non-refundable.

Includes 1 hour of bowling, $20 FunCard, and 2 slices of pizza and drinks. Parents are on their own for food and drinks.

**Registration closes July 5th if you are not able to attend a date please notify us 3 days or more before the event, this is a prepaid event, if you cancel within 3 days of the event or no show you will be charged $8 per person.**

**You must have a current Annual Membership to register for Summer Programs.**

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Family Social - Summer Splash

When
July 09, 2022
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location
Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center - 1700 5th Avenue North, Texas City 77590

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GHFEDS would like to invite your family for our private Summer Splash Social at the Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center in Texas City on Saturday July 9th from 630-830pm.

The Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center is an amazing aquatic venture for all ages to enjoy that features a lazy river, flume slides, cool water spa, childrens play area, and much more.

Pizza, snacks, and drinks will be provided. NO Alcohol or Glass Bottles allowed in park.

GHFEDS, park staff and lifeguards are Not responsible for watching your children, please monitor your children at all times.

Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center
1700 5th Avenue North
Texas City 77590

See park rules and policies below:

Children under the age of 14 must be accompanied by a responsible adult over the age of 16 years.
Anyone entering the water must be attired in an approved swimsuit. Swimsuits are designed to be quick drying and are generally made from smooth nylon material. They are durable and hold up to wear from contact with pool chemicals. An appropriate swimsuit is defined as a swim garment with an affixed/ sewn inner lining that is marketed and sold as a bathing suit.
- No gym shorts (i.e. Under Armour, Mesh, Basketball, Soffe, etc.). Linings in shorts may not qualify as appropriate swimwear. Inappropriate attire may damage our pumps and chemicals. Swimwear with exposed zippers, buckles, rivets, or metal ornamentation are not permitted on play features or slides. Thong bikinis or other revealing swimwear is not permitted. Lifeguard gear or other insignia is not allowed for liability reasons.
All children wearing disposable or cloth diapers must have their diapers securely closed by a pair of plastic pants that feature an elastic leg and waist openings. Swim diapers are recommended, along with the plastic pants. Please do not change diapers on the deck. A changing station is provided in the restrooms for the patrons' convenience.
The manager on duty has the authorization to request anyone to take a shower before entering the pool.
Abusive or profane language will not be permitted. Patrons engaging in harassing and/or violent behavior will receive immediate disciplinary action.
Smoking, other tobacco products, alcohol, drugs and gambling are not permitted.
Chewing gum is not permitted.
Glass containers and bottles are prohibited.
No running, horseplay or fighting in the facility is allowed. Dunking, riding shoulders, etc., is not allowed. Patrons are not allowed to throw other patrons into or across the water.
Acts of physical affection are not permitted.
Loitering is not permitted along the outside of the fence line or adjacent to the facility.
Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved floatation devices are allowed.
Only employees are allowed in the pump room, mechanical room, concession stand and ticketing booth.
Animals are restricted from the facility (unless the animal is a service animal).
The Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center Staff are not responsible for items that are lost, stolen, vandalized or left unattended. Lockers are provided for a per use fee to store personal items.

Slide Rules

You must be at least 48 inches tall to ride this attraction.
Rider is not permitted to enter the slide until instructed by the lifeguard.
Do not run, jump, stand, kneel or dive onto the slide.
Enter, ride and exit slide feet first.
Cutting in line, horseplay and other unsafe behavior is not permitted.
Loitering on the stairs is not permitted.
Standing, stopping and sliding down head-first are not allowed.
Metal objects, glasses, jewelry, metal snaps, watches, etc., are not allowed on the water slide.
Swimsuits with exposed zippers, buckles, rivets or metal ornamentation is not permitted.
Floatation devices are not allowed on the slide.
Keep hands inside the slide at all times.
Only one person is allowed on the slide at a time.
Move towards the exit stairs in the catch pool immediately after exiting the slide.
Do not cross in front of the other slide.

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IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend 2022

Start
September 16, 2022
End
September 18, 2022
Location
Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine
Spaces left
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GHFEDS will be offering reimbursement for your attendance to the Lumind IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend on September 16-18.

You must register through Lumind/IDSC for their event, it is not associated with GHFEDS, we will only be reimbursing you for your attendance. Please click on the link for more info and the registration process for the Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend. IDSC ANNUAL FAMILY WEEKEND

After attending the event you will need to email your receipt to us for reimbursement.

You must have a current Annual Membership to register for the reimbursement.

Reimbursement of $100 for members

We have limited spots so register soon!

We hope you and your family enjoy the IDSC Family Weekend!

*Annual Membership Required*

We listened to our members' request to host the event at more locations and in 2014 we will host a kick off at ALL the Great Wolf locations! All 1
Mark your calendars for March 7-9 2014. We hope you can join us!

Here are the details:

Rates: $169.00 a night plus tax. {Minimum 2 night stay required}

Plus $9.99 for resort fees. {these fees cover internet, towels, life jackets and parking}

In the United States, the cost of the room WILL INCLUDE 6 water park passes.
You can make your reservation by calling toll free at 1-800-559-WOLF (9653) by January 20, 2014.

Identify yourself as a member of the IDSC with the following group codes.

Wisconsin Dells:1403IDSCME
Sandusky:1403IDSC
Traverse City:1403IDSC
Kansas City:1403INTE
Williamsburg: 0314INTE
Cincinnati/Mason: 1403INTE
Grapevine: 1403IDSC
Grand Mound:1402INTE
Charlotte/Concord:1403IDSC

*Pocono Mountains: First block is filled. They are extending a new block, with a new rate at $279.00 the code for this is 1403INTE.

The Niagara location WILL INCLUDE 4 water park passes, the hotel will sleep 4 people per room (Max 6). Water park passes can be purchased for $40.00 per room/ per night (maximum 2)
you can make your reservation for this location by calling the toll free number 1-800-605-9653 by January 20, 2014

Niagara Falls, ON: 1403IDSCME

There will be a Pizza Party at all locations on Saturday night. Purchase your tickets by February 25, 2014. Tickets can be purchased here.

CANCELLATION POLICY: All rooms must be guaranteed by the individual and accompanied by a first night room deposit. Each individual has 72 hours prior to arrival date to cancel the individual room with a $30.00 cancellation fee per room. If the individual cancels the room within 72 hours of the arrival date, 100% of the first night's room rate plus tax will be charged to the individual's credit card or taken from the deposit.

If you are interested in sponsoring our IDSC Kick Off to World Down Syndrome Day Meet Ups, please click here for more information.

- See more at: http://www.theidsc.org/p/this-year-we-celebrated-at-5-great-wolf.html#sthash.4jCNmuSC.dpuf

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