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• 2021 Step Up Walk Buttons

  • Start
    May 25, 2021
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    (CDT)
  • End
    October 12, 2021
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    (CDT)
  • Location
    TBA

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  2021 GHFEDS Step Up For Down Syndrome Walk

  Walk Buttons
  

  Order due by October 11th 

  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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• 2021 Step Up Walk Sign

  • Start
    May 25, 2021
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    (CDT)
  • End
    October 11, 2021
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    (CDT)
  • 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 October 11th!
  
  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 25, 2021
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    (CDT)
  • End
    October 04, 2021
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    (CDT)
  • 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 23rd 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 a cinch sack filled with goodies 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 October 4th !!
  

  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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• GHFEDS 2022 Calendar

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

  **Registration is Full**

  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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• Adult Social - Kahuna Joe's Snow Cones

  • When
    August 08, 2021
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    2:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    812 East Main Street, League City

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  Adult Social

  Kahuna Joe's Snow Cones
  August 8th at 2pm

  Location: 812 East Main Street in League City

  This social is for adults with Ds ages 18 and up, they will order a snow cone of their choice and hang out and socialize outside while enjoying a cool treat. Parents/Caregivers will be responsible for purchasing their own treat.

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

  
  

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• Parents Night Out - Painting with a Twist

  • When
    August 13, 2021
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    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    607 S Friendswood Dr, Friendswood, Tx 77546

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  Parents Night Out

  Painting with a Twist - Texas Flair

  August 13th from 630-830pm

  Location: 607 S Friendswood Dr in Friendswood

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

  DEADLINE to register is August 9th at noon.

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

  
  

  
  

  
  

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• Parent Educational Meeting - Down Syndrome Disintegrative Disorder/Regression

  • When
    August 14, 2021
  •  
    3:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Zoom Meeting

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  **This is a meeting for GHFEDS members only, Do Not Forward/Share**

  Parent Educational Meeting

  Down Syndrome Disintegrative Disorder/Regression

  Join us for a Zoom meeting with Dr. Jon Santoro, Director of Neuroimmunology at Children's Hospital of Los Angeles and Keck School of Medicine at USC, he will be discussing what is DSDD/Regression, causes and symptoms, tests and treatment.

  August 14th at 3pm.
  Zoom link will be sent on the day of the event.

  Dr. Santoro will answer questions after the presentation.

  Registration closes August 11th at 9am.

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

  
  

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• Youth Social - Bayou Wildlife Zoo

  • When
    August 14, 2021
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    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    5050 FM 517 in Dickinson

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  Youth Social
  

  Bayou Wildlife Zoo - Big Red Barn Party
  

  August 14th from 5-7pm
  Location: 5050 FM 517 in Dickinson
  

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

  This event includes bucket of food for animals, private tram ride, party gift, pizza and drinks.

  Registration closes August 11th at 9am.

  This is a prepaid event, if you cancel after August 11th at 9am or no show you will be charged $10 per parent and kids with Ds and $5 per sibling to cover fee's and food.

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

  
  

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• Sibs Social - Red Robin

  • When
    August 21, 2021
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    1:00 PM - 2:30 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    18830 Gulf Frwy, Friendswood, TX 77546

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  Sibs Social

  Red Robin at Baybrook

  Saturday August 21st from 1-230pm

  This social is for SIBLINGS ONLY ages 10 and up, the sibs will socialize and discuss the joys and challenges of having a sibling with Down syndrome. You may drop off for this event or stay but parents are on their own for lunch. 

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

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• Teen & Youth Social - Urban Air

  • When
    August 23, 2021
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    6:00 PM - 8:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    20251 Gulf Freeway Webster, TX 77598

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  Teen & Youth Social

  Urban Air Adventure Park

  August 23rd from 6-8pm
  Location: 20251 Gulf Frwy in Webster

  This event is for kids with Ds ages 7-20, siblings are welcomed and will be charged $15 each, parents who want to participate in the attractions and food will be charged $15 each. Kids with Ds and parents who are Not participating in attractions or eating dinner are Free of charge.

  Includes unlimited attractions and go karts, pizza and drinks, and socks.

  Registration closes August 20th at 9am, if you cancel after this date or no show for the event you will be charged $15 per person to cover fee's and food.

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

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• Family Sail Away Day at Sea Star Base Galveston

  • When
    August 29, 2021
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    12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (CDT)
  • Location
    Sea Star Base Galveston - 7509 Broadway Galveston, Texas 77554

  *Registration is closed*

  1st Annual Family Sail Away Day at Sea Star Base Galveston

  GHFEDS has been invited to have a annual Family Day at Sea Star Base Galveston.

  August 29th from 12-4pm

  Sea Star Base Galveston
  7509 Broadway in Galveston

  Deadline to register is August 2nd at noon for SSBG to order shirts and prepare for the event!

  Let's end the summer with a family day filled with fun in the sun activities!

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

  Includes sailing, kayaking, fishing, volleyball, swimming in the pool, and food.

  Food served TBA, you are welcome to bring your own food.

  SSBG is working on getting fishing licenses waived by the TPWD, if they are unable to get them waived then those who are 17 and older will need a fishing license for saltwater fishing, you can purchase a day pass at SSBG, individuals with Ds will not need a license but the parent will need a license.

  The SSBG is located on the bay so you will need to watch your children around the water, GHFEDS/SSBG is not responsible to watch your children.

  SSBG will be giving shirts to the families, please include your shirt sizes during the registration process.

  If you No Show or Cancel after the deadline you will be charged $5 per family to cover costs.

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

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• IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend 2021

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

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  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 We have limited spots so register soon! 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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