GHFEDS - Events

Adult Social - Casa Ole

When
April 20, 2021
6:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Casa Ole - 7750 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena 77505

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ADULT SOCIAL

Dinner at Casa Ole

April 20th at 6pm

Casa Ole
7750 Spencer Hwy
Pasadena 77505

This adult social is for adults with Ds ages 18 and up and parents only.

Limited to 40 guests, parents must purchase their own food.

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

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Parent Educational Meeting - HCS and TXHL Services

When
April 21, 2021
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (CDT)
Location
Zoom

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GHFEDS would like to invite you for our Parent Educational Meeting

HCS and TXHL Services
April 21st from 7-830pm
Zoom Meeting

Amanda Vazquez with Amandole Dayhab Facility in Texas City will describe HCS and TXHL services under the HHSC Medicaid Waiver programs, how to enroll through Gulf Coast Center and what to expect on the waitlist, when enrolling, and after enrollment, she will also answer questions after the presentation

Zoom link will be sent to those who registered.

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Parents Social - Bowling

When
April 29, 2021
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Main Event - 1125 Magnolia Avenue Webster, TX 77598

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Parents Night Out

Bowling

April 29th from 7-9pm

Main Event
1125 Magnolia Ave
Webster 77598

This social is for Parents Only, will include 1 hour of dinner starting at 7pm, includes ham and cheese sliders/chicken salad sliders/coleslaw/potato salad/chips and dip/tea and water, and 1 hour of bowling starting at 8pm, alcoholic drinks are on your own.

This social is limited to 20 guests.

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

*Registration closes April 26th*

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SUMMER PROGRAM - Firefly Hike

Start
April 30, 2021
(CDT)
End
June 18, 2021
(CDT)
Location
Armand Bayou Nature Center - 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena

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SUMMER PROGRAM

Firefly Hike at Armand Bayou Nature Center

Choose 1 date only:

April 30th from 745-945pm
May 21st from 750-950pm
June 18th from 815-1015pm
Times are scheduled due to sunset times.
Please arrive at the front gate 15 minutes before the start of your hike time and our guides will meet you there.

Armand Bayou Nature Center
8500 Bay Area Blvd
Pasadena

This event is for ages 6 and up due to ABNC policy.

Guests are limited to 8 people for each event, due to limit these events will be for the child/children with Ds and 1 parent only, no siblings. There will be a Parent Fee for $8 which is non-refundable if you cancel.

PLEASE READ ABNC POLICY'S BELOW

FIREFLY HIKES, A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE

Twinkling lights will soon be seen within the prairie and forest of ABNC.
Certainly, a delight for those of us who remember the warm summer nights of chasing fireflies through our neighborhoods.
Our evening will begin with a brief presentation on our beloved lightning bugs followed by a walk in the darkness.

Know before you go

To allow for social distancing, the maximum capacity of the hike is 8 people
Our guides will maintain a social distance of 6 feet between themselves and your group
To protect our guests and volunteers, masks will be required during the hike
We recommend that you bring water, insect repellent, and hand sanitizer
If you have red lights, feel free to bring them with you
We recommend that you wear long pants for the hike
Please wear closed-toe shoes
These hikes are for ages 6 and up
The hike will be approximately 1.5 to 2 hours

***Bring plenty of water, there is NO water fountain or water to purchase.

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

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Sibs Social - Bowling

When
May 01, 2021
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Main Event - 1125 Magnolia Avenue Webster, TX 77598

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Sibs Social

Bowling

Saturday May 1st from 2-4pm

Main Event
1125 Magnolia Ave
Webster 77598

This social is for SIBLINGS ONLY ages 8 and up, will include 1 hour of bowling, 2 slices of pizza and drinks, and a game card. This social is for the sibs to socialize and discuss the joys and challenges of having a sibling with Down syndrome. You may drop off for this event.

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

*Registration closes April 28th*

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Born Beautiful Pageant

When
May 01, 2021
6:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Life Church Student Center - 9901 Windmill Lakes Blvd, Houston 77504

**Please do not share, this is for GHFEDS members only, register with the link below.**

Born Beautiful Pageant

FOR BOYS & GIRLS

When: May 1st, 2021 at 6:00pm

Where: Life Church (9901 Windmill Lakes Blvd Houston, TX, 77505)

What: The Faye's Favorite Friends Born Beautiful Pageant isn't your typical pageant. It is a celebration of your child and your family!

Upon arrival, your child will walk down the red carpet and then have the opportunity to get their hair and make-up done. Then the pageant happens and everyone gets their crowning moment on stage. Following the pageant is a catered reception for the participants and their families and after dinner is a glow-in-the-dark dance party.

There might be slight changes this year, due to COVID-19, but we are still determined to give your child a night where they know they are "Born Beautiful"

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Family Spring Fling

When
May 08, 2021
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Resoft Park - 349 CR 281, Alvin, TX 77511

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Family Spring Fling

Join GHFEDS for our annual Family Spring social at Resoft Park in Alvin, Pavilion closest to the playground, on Saturday May 8th from 11am-2pm.

Resoft Park
349 CR 281
Alvin 77511

Kids will enjoy the playgrounds, volleyball (bring your own volleyball), horseshoes, dancing, pinata, bubbles, games, fishing, Sunny Sue the Clown will be doing face painting and balloon art. The park has basketball courts, please bring your own basketball.

The Skittles Band will be performing, if your child is sensitive to noise please bring noise cancelling headphones.

BBQ with all the fixings, snacks and drinks will be provided.

We will have a raffle for 2 rods and reels.

The park has a lake on the property with fishing piers, there are ducks on the property and alligator signs are posted around the lake. Do Not feed the wildlife. Parents are responsible to watch your own children, GHFEDS is not responsible to watch your children around the lake.

The TPWD will be providing limited fishing gear and bait, you can bring your own fishing gear/bait as well. Bring your lawn chairs so you can sit around the lake, sunscreen and bug spray.

Fishing is allowed but you must abide by the Texas Freshwater Fishing Regulations, those 17 and older must have a fishing license, those with Ds are not required to have a license but must be accompanied by a parent with a license. A one day license costs $11, see links below.

Freshwater Fishing Regulations

Find a fishing license retailer on the TPWD website.

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Teen Social - Bowling

When
May 22, 2021
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Main Event - 1125 Magnolia Avenue, Webster, TX 77598

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Teen Social

Bowling

May 22nd from 12-2pm

Main Event
1125 Magnolia Ave
Webster

This social is for Teens with Down syndrome ages 13-20, includes bowling, pizza and drinks, game card, siblings will be charged $7 each, and parents will need to purchase their own food.

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

**Registration closes May 19th**

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SUMMER PROGRAM - Armand Bayou Nature Center

Start
June 02, 2021
9:00 AM (CDT)
End
July 07, 2021
11:00 AM (CDT)
Location
Armand Bayou Nature Center - 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena

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SUMMER PROGRAM

Armand Bayou Nature Center

Choose 1 date only:

June 2nd - Pond life and hike
July 7th - Reptiles and trails
Time: 9-11am

Armand Bayou Nature Center
8500 Bay Area Blvd
Pasadena

ABNC Policies

This event is for all ages, guests are limited to 10 guests/5 families, due to limit this event will be for the child/children with Ds and 1 parent only, no siblings. There will be a Parent Fee for $8 which is non-refundable if you cancel.

**You must wear masks, closed toe shoes, comfortable clothes, bring bug spray and sunscreen, and plenty of water, there is NO water fountain or water to purchase.

You can stay after the events for a picnic at their picnic tables, bring your own food and drinks if you plan to have a picnic. In an effort to maintain our natural environment
(the animals get into the trash and spread it everywhere), we request
that you "PACK IT IN " and "PACK IT OUT" after having your picnic
lunch.

Pond Life
Search for signs of nocturnal animals, observe turtles basking in the sun, or catch a tadpole. In this hands-on program students will use aquatic dip nets to identify many of the inhabitants of Armand Bayou Nature Center's ponds. Students will learn all about the critters that make the water their home.

Reptiles and Trails

Learn about the attributes of snakes, turtles, and alligators and discover why these often misunderstood animals are important. See live reptiles up close and have an opportunity to touch them. Also, hike our trails and look for reptiles in their natural environment.

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

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NDSC Virtual Convention

Start
June 21, 2021
(CDT)
End
June 26, 2021
(CDT)
Location
Virtual

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GHFEDS will be offering 2 types of reimbursement for attending the NDSC Virtual Convention which will be held on June 21-26.

Type 1 - $50 for members
Type 2 - $100 for 2020 Step Up Walk Team Captains who raised $100 or more

There will be 2 spots for members and 4 spots for Team Captains available.

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.

NDSC Virtual Convention

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SUMMER PROGRAM - Bowling Camp

Start
July 10, 2021
10:00 AM (CDT)
End
July 31, 2021
12:00 PM (CDT)
Location
Main Event - 1125 Magnolia Avenue Webster, TX 77598

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SUMMER PROGRAM

Bowling Camp
Dates: Saturday's - July 10, 17, 24, 31
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**

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

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GHFEDS 2022 Calendar

Start
July 11, 2021
(CDT)
End
August 15, 2021
(CDT)
Location
Galveston & Alvin/League City

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GHFEDS 2022 Calendar

The GHFEDS 2022 Calendar will be dedicated in memory of Eva Marie House.

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.

*Who ever sells the most calendars will be on the Calendar Cover.

**Calendar sales will close on September 13th at 9am, the Calendar Cover winner will be announced after closing.

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

Photo Shoot Dates

July 11th - Galveston Streets/Alley's - 6 spots only

August 15th - Alvin/League City Area - 6 spots only

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

Calendars will also be available to purchase during the registration process for the Step Up Walk or at the walk itself, these purchases will not be counted towards the Calendar Cover.

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IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend 2021

Start
September 17, 2021
(CDT)
End
September 19, 2021
(CDT)
Location
Great Wolf Lodge Grapevine

**Registration is closed**

GHFEDS will be offering 2 types of reimbursements for your attendance to the Lumind IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend on September 17-19.

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.

Type 1 - reimbursement of $100 for members
Type 2 - reimbursement of $150 for 2020 Step Up Walk Team Captains who raised $150 or more

Each type is limited to 4 families each.

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

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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GHFEDS Events

FIREFLY HIKES, A WALK DOWN MEMORY LANE

Twinkling lights will soon be seen within the prairie and forest of ABNC.

Certainly, a delight for those of us who remember the warm summer nights of chasing fireflies through our neighborhoods.

Our evening will begin with a brief presentation on our beloved lightning bugs followed by a walk in the darkness.

Know before you go

Born Beautiful Pageant

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