GHFEDS Events

  • Health and Wellness - Special Strong FunFit Class

    • April 12, 2025
    • 2:00 PM (CDT)
    • April 26, 2025
    • 3:00 PM (CDT)
    • Anytime Fitness - 4420 W Main St Ste B League City, TX 77573

    Health and Wellness Program

    Special Strong FunFit Class

    Dates: Saturday April 12th & 26th 
    Time: 2-3pm
    Location: Anytime Fitness - 4420 W Main St Ste B League City, TX 77573

    The FunFit class is for individuals with Ds ages 13 and up without physical limitations, and do not require assistance.

    *If your teen or adult with Down syndrome currently attends multiple classes at Special Strong please Do Not register for this class so others have a chance to attend these classes. 

    This class will be held twice a month on a Saturday, you must be able to attend both classes, dates of classes will vary on a monthly basis, registration will be posted monthly so you will need to register each month, there is a maximum of 16 students per class.

    *Wear comfortable clothes, sneakers, and bring a water bottle.

    *Annual Membership Required to register for this event

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  • Family Easter Social

    • April 26, 2025
    • 10:00 AM - 12:30 PM (CDT)
    • Armand Bayou Nature Center - 8500 Bay Area Blvd, Pasadena 77507

    Family Easter Social

    Saturday April 26th from 10am-1230pm
    Location: Armand Bayou Nature Center
    8500 Bay Area Blvd in Pasadena

    GHFEDS would like to invite your family for a Easter Social at Armand Bayou Nature Center.

    Families will eat a light breakfast in the new auditorium then go for a short walk on the nature trail and visit the Martyn Farm, and view the Prairie and Bison. This is a nature preserve and children need to be supervised at all times. 

    The Easter Bunny will make an appearance and hand out Easter gift bags and take photo's, there will Not be an Easter egg hunt. 

    Happy Easter from GHFEDS!


     


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  • Health and Wellness - Nutrition Class

    • April 29, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM (CDT)
    • Clear Lake Freeman Library - 16616 Diana Ln, Houston, TX 77062

    Health and Wellness Program

    Nutrition Class

     Tuesday April 29th from 6pm-715pm

    Location: Clear Lake Freeman Library - 16616 Diana Ln, Houston, TX 77062
    This class will be held in the Children's Meeting Room in the Children's area on the left of the library. This class is for the whole family. There is a max of 40 participants due to limited space.

    Families will learn about sustainable lifestyle changes to improve the overall health and well-being of individuals with Down syndrome and the entire family. 

    April's Nutrition Class - you will learn how to manage portions and build a practical, sustainable meal plan. Mindful eating, weekly meal plans with variety and balance. Healthy shopping on a budget and preparing in advance. Activity will be creating a meal plan for the week (3 meals+2 snacks per day).

    *Annual Membership Required to register for this event

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  • Adult Social - Pizza Party

    • April 30, 2025
    • 11:30 AM (CDT)
    • Mod Pizza - 2945 Gulf Freeway S Suite F League City, Texas, 77573


    Adult Social

    Pizza Party

    Wednesday April 30th at 1130am

    Location:  Mod Pizza - 2945 Gulf Frwy S, Suite F in League City

    This social is for Adults with Ds ages 18 and up and parents/caregivers only.

    *Annual membership required


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  • Family Spring Social

    • May 03, 2025
    • 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (CDT)
    • League City Civic Center Ballroom - 400 West Walker in League City


    Family Spring Social 

    Saturday May 3rd
    11am-2pm
    Location: League City Civic Center Ballroom
    400 West Walker in League City

              Join us for GHFEDS annual Family Spring Social, serving Fajita's buffet, snacks and drinks, DJ Dash Gordon, dancing, karaoke, balloon artist, crafts and games.

    It's Star Wars and Cinco de Mayo weekend so wear your favorite themed costumes!





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  • Health and Wellness - Homeopathy Class

    • May 08, 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (CDT)
    • Five Solas Church - 651 N. Egret Bay Blvd. (next to the water tower) League City, TX 77573

    Health and Wellness Program

    Homeopathy Class

     Thursday May 8th from 630-8pm

    Location:     Five Solas Church - 651 N. Egret Bay Blvd. (next to the water tower), League City

    *This class is for parents only, no childcare available.

    Light refreshments will be served.

    Homeopathy - an alternative to over-the-counter medications for common illnesses

    Homeopathy is an alternative method of medicine used for over 200 years to help the body bring itself to a state of health. The science of homeopathy recognizes that it is humans who need treatment, and not disease. By giving the body small non-toxic remedies, it gets a gentle nudge to regain its balance – homeostasis. Join Bev as we talk about simple homeopathy for simple ailments. This is homeopathy for families who want to care for their loved ones in a way that promotes health without side effects.  Armed with basic principles, you can confidently rely on homeopathic remedies for acute, self limiting illnesses without resorting to over the counter drugs or prescription medications with questionable side effects.  It is safe, effective, and inexpensive.  Let's learn more.

    Bev Parrish has been using homeopathy for almost 20 years to care for her family's common ailments.  She recently completed her studies through The College of Practical Homeopathy in London and is now licensed as a homeopath.

    Beverly Parrish, LCPH, RSHom (overseas)
    thetransformedfamily.com/homeopathy

    *Annual Membership Required to register for this event

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  • Parents Social - Dinner and Karaoke

    • June 06, 2025
    • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (CDT)
    • Esteban's Fiesta Shack - 402 W Main St, League City, TX 77573

    Parents Social

    Dinner and Karaoke

    Friday June 6th from 6-10pm

    Location: Esteban's Fiesta Shack - 402 W Main St in League City

    This social is for Parents Only and includes a Taco Bar dinner and Karaoke by DJ Dash Gordon.

    There will be a cash bar for margarita's, beer and wine, and you are on your own for alcohol, GHFEDS will Not be purchasing alcohol.

    This is a prepaid event and if you No Show you will be charged $15 per person.

    Registration closes May 30th!

    *Annual membership required


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  • Family Summer Splash Social

    • July 13, 2025
    • 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (CDT)
    • Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center - 1700 5th Avenue North, Texas City 77590

    GHFEDS would like to invite your family for our private Summer Splash Social at the Nessler Park Family Aquatic Center in Texas City on Sunday July 13th 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, children's 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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  • NDSC Convention in Dallas

    • July 24, 2025
    • July 27, 2025
    • Dallas

    GHFEDS will be offering 5 families a $100 reimbursement per family for attending the NDSC Convention which will be held on July 24-27th in Dallas.

    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. Registration opens March 11th.

    https://www.ndsccenter.org/

    After you attend the conference send a copy of your receipt and proof of attendance to admin@ghfeds.org to receive your $100 reimbursement.





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  • IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend in Webster

    • September 12, 2025
    • September 14, 2025
    • Great Wolf Lodge Webster - 1000 Great Wolf Way in Webster

    GHFEDS will be offering 15 families a $100 reimbursement for your attendance to the Lumind IDSC Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend in Webster on September 12-14th. 

    You must register through Lumind/IDSC for their event, the event is not associated with GHFEDS, we will only be reimbursing you $100 per family for your attendance to off set the cost to you. Please click on the link for more info and the registration process for the Great Wolf Lodge Family Weekend. https://lumindidsc.org/familyweekend25

    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.



    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 is a 501(c)(3) non-profit support organization serving the Greater Clear Lake area, including South Houston, Pearland, Pasadena, League City, Galveston, and other surrounding areas.

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