Upcoming Events
July
Family Portrait Mini-Sessions
Sunday, July 12 (Clayton), 5:00 PM
Families with individuals with Down syndrome are invited to join us to take beautiful family portraits. You’ll be paired with a photographer for a 20-minute session. This event is free of charge, though we do require a refundable deposit.
Days of Summer Camp: Kent County
July 13-17, 2026
Days of Summer Camp is a fun day camp experience for children with Down syndrome ages 3-13 and their siblings ages 3-10. Children are provided with the traditional camp experience with crafts, games, and many other exciting activities at no cost to their families.
Food Aversions Webinar
July 15, 7:00 PM, Virtual
Join Heidi Edgar from Ivy Rehab for Kids for an informative webinar about food aversions.
Friday Friends: Mix, Mingle, & Improv Social!
Friday, July 17, 6:30 PM
Teens and adults with Down syndrome and their invited guests are invited to our July Friday Friends! This month, we’ll be hosting a improv night focused on practicing communication and developing new friendships. We’ll provide pizza for dinner!
iCan Swim Camp (Wilmington)
July 20-24, 2026
iCan Swim is designed to help people achieve their aquatic goals and learn valuable water safety skills during the weeklong program. iCan Shine is a nonprofit organization that provides quality recreational programs for individuals with disabilities.
Days of Summer Camp: New Castle County
July 27-31, 2026
Days of Summer Camp is a fun day camp experience for children with Down syndrome ages 3-13 and their siblings ages 3-10. Children are provided with the traditional camp experience with crafts, games, and many other exciting activities at no cost to their families.
Drive Through Car Seat Check
Thursday, July 30, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Any family with a child with Down syndrome is invited to our Free Drive Through Car Seat Check at North Star Elementary. A car seat check is a quick safety appointment where a certified technician ensures your child’s car seat is properly installed and fits your child correctly.
Down to Box Sussex County Open House
Friday, July 31, 5:30-6:30 p.m.
Please join us at Five Points Boxing (26866 Lewes Georgetown Highway, Harbeson, DE, Building 5 Units A-B. Behind Peak Fitness) for an open house for the revamped Sussex County Down to Box Program. Down to Box is for individuals with Down syndrome or other intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 14+ and helps participants gain skills in coordination, self-defense, and physical fitness through boxing techniques. No registration required for the Open House
August
Pool Party & Picnic
Saturday, August 1, 12-3 PM
Join us for a fun poolside party and picnic at Skyline Pool in Wilmington. Open to all DSADE families!
Indoor Play Days: Harbeson
Sunday, August 2, 11 AM – 12:30 PM
We’re excited to host a series of indoor play days for our families throughout August. Join us to connect with other DSADE families while your little ones enjoy themselves in a safe, cool indoor play area!
Indoor Play Days: Hockessin
Wednesday, August 5, 4:30-6:30 PM
We’re excited to host a series of indoor play days for our families throughout August. Join us to connect with other DSADE families while your little ones enjoy themselves in a safe, cool indoor play area!
Monthly Teen/Adult Cooking Class
August 5, 6:00 PM
Individuals with Down syndrome ages 18+ are invited to our monthly Cooking Class at Sherm’s Catering Bistro in Newark with Chef Angelo!
Run Happy 5K
Saturday, August 8, 7:30 AM
We’re so grateful to be the beneficiary of Schell Brothers’ Run Happy 5K! Consider supporting the event and our mission by running or walking the race in Lewes.
SATURDAY Friends: Blue Rocks
Saturday, August 8, 5:30 PM
Teens and adults with Down syndrome are invited to our August SATURDAY Friends! This month, we’ll be heading to a Blue Rocks baseball game in Wilmington.
iCan Swim Camp (Seaford)
August 10-14, 2026
iCan Swim is designed to help people achieve their aquatic goals and learn valuable water safety skills during the weeklong program. iCan Shine is a nonprofit organization that provides quality recreational programs for individuals with disabilities.
Indoor Play Days: Middletown
Sunday, August 16, 12:00-2:00 PM
We’re excited to host a series of indoor play days for our families throughout August. Join us to connect with other DSADE families while your little ones enjoy themselves in a safe, cool indoor play area!
Monthly Youth Cooking Class
Wednesday, August 19, 6:00 PM
Individuals with Down syndrome ages 8-17 are invited to our monthly Youth Cooking Class at Westminster Presbyterian Church!
Playground Meet-Up
Sunday, August 23, 10 AM – 2 PM
Join DSADE Outreach Coordinators Susan and Ari anytime on Sunday, August 23 from 10 AM – 2 PM at the Can-Do Playground (Alapocas State Park) for a casual get-together during the Nemours Connect Fair. Explore the different wellness resources, community health vendors, kids activities, and more. No RSVP required!
Adult Services Kiosk
Tuesday, August 25, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Join DSADE Adult Services Coordinator Samtra Devard for this monthly Zoom meeting open to those who love individuals with disabilities who have exited school or are preparing to exit school. This is an open space to ask questions and share experiences as you navigate resources.
September
Monthly Teen/Adult Cooking Class
Wednesday, September 2, 6:00 PM
Individuals with Down syndrome ages 18+ are invited to our monthly Cooking Class at the Bistro in Newark with Chef Angelo!
Friday Friends: Bowling Night at Lefty’s
Friday, September 11, 6:30 PM
Teens and adults with Down syndrome and their invited guests are welcome to register for our September Friday Friends! This month, we’ll be hosting a bowling night at Lefty’s in Lewes. No dinner provided–please eat before arriving.
Virtual Educators Conference
Tuesday, September 15, 9:00 AM
DSADE families and DE educators are encouraged to attend this free conference, focused on classroom-ready strategies that educators can immediately implement in K–12 settings to support students with Down syndrome and other ID/DDs. Please email info@dsadelaware.org for the discount codes.
Adult Services Kiosk
Tuesday, September 22, 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Join DSADE Adult Services Coordinator Samtra Devard for this monthly Zoom meeting open to those who love individuals with disabilities who have exited school or are preparing to exit school. This is an open space to ask questions and share experiences as you navigate resources.
Monthly Caregiver Connections
Friday, September 25, 6:00 PM, Middletown
Caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome are invited to this monthly meetup. Childcare and pizza are provided. This month’s topic is nutrition, lifestyle, and lifelong health.
Monthly Youth Cooking Class
Date TBD, 6:15 PM
Individuals with Down syndrome ages 8-17 are invited to our monthly Youth Cooking Class at Westminster Presbyterian Church!
Registration to come.
Friday Friends
Date & Location TBD
Teens and adults with Down syndrome and their invited guests are invited to our September Friday Friends!
Activity & registration to come.