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Classic & Custom Car Cruise

This upcoming Sunday, May 20th from 2:00-5:00 pm

Angio’s Italian Restaurant – 3731 Bardstown Rd. Louisville, KY 40218

$1.00 Draft Beer & $2.00 Pizza Slices

Proceeds Benefit Down Syndrome of Louisville

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To purchase tickets on behalf of Down Syndrome of Louisville please click the corresponding logo below.

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Thank you Brown Forman Chambord, Thieneman Family, & All of our Donors for such a wonderful time at the Mint Jubilee!

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College Connections Graduation

Join us in recognizing the first class of graduates of DSL’s College Connections Program

When: Thursday, May 31st at 6:00 P.M.
Where: Jefferson Community Technical College Campus (649 S. 1st Street)
Hartford Building, Room 204

Please RSVP by Tuesday, May 29th

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Registration is now open for this summer’s SEE (Summer Educational Enrichment) Program through May 18! If your son or daughter is completing grade K-5, please call Down Syndrome of Louisville (502-495-5088) for a registration packet. The program will include two 4-week sessions of half- or full-days, with optional early drop-off, lunch bunch, and/or late pick-up. Families can enroll for one or both sessions and can pay privately or use their Michelle P Waiver. Please call Kathy with any questions. ______________________________________________________________________

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Take ‘Em Out to the Ballgame!

Louisville Bats Baseball Family Outing

Monday, June 4th at Louisville Slugger Field.

Louisville Bats vs. Durham Bulls

Tickets/meal are free to individuals with Down syndrome! Immediate family pricing: Adults $10.00 & Siblings $5.00 each (2 & under are free) Additional tickets for extended family are available at a cost of $18.50 each. Please call DSL at (502) 495-5088 to reserve your tickets by May 24th. When calling to reserve tickets please have the following information ready: * total number of people in your immediate family (over the age of 2), number of extended family tickets needed for $18.50 each, address to which you would like the tickets sent one week prior to the game.

Picnic Dinner starts at 6:05 p.m. & Game Time starts at 7:05 p.m.

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Take a look at this great video about DSL featuring Megan Hawk, Kevin
Sisson, and many more of our awesome members. Many thanks to Street Moda and
Antonio Pantoja for the wonderful production of this inspiring video! Click the link below.

Street Moda Productions Presents: A look into the eyes of Down syndrome

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Congratulations Heather Holt from Chesapeake, Virginia!

You are our 2012 Derby Raffle winner!

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Our Adult Development Academy opened Monday, April 16th! What an amazing week our students had as they got to know each other, decorated classrooms, traveled to the grocery, prepared health snacks, and participated in daily exercise. We welcome our students and our newest co-workers, teaching in the Adult Development Academy: Jessica Delafield and Shelly Durbin, Director.

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Congratulations to DSL member, Penni Williams, voted employee of the month at Geek Squad!

Way to go, Penni – You make us proud!

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Indiana families with children completing grade K-5: Please join us for a Parent Focus Group to discuss the future of programming for our children. Tuesday, April 24, 7-8:30 p.m., Indiana Campus at 1939 State Street/New Albany. Please call our Indiana office so we know you are coming and to answer any questions: (812) 725-1416

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Thanks to Still Spinnin’ Indoor Cycling Studio for sponsoring a benefit ride for DSL during Derby Week at Waterfront Park! Come spin while having a great view of the Ohio River and listening to great music! Steve Duncan, owner and instructor at Still Spinnin’ will provide the best workout you’ve ever had! To sign up, visit the studio at 1745 Bardstown Road.

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Down Syndrome of Louisville’s Celebrity Golf and Auction

June 18th, 2012

Coporate Foursomes and Sponsorships Available

Contact Diana Merzweiler at info@dsl.win.net

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2011 Annual Report

We have good news to share! Please take time to look at our 2011 Annual Report to see how your efforts have helped us to improve services for individuals with Down syndrome in Kentucky and Indiana. We recognize that we could not enjoy the accomplishments of 2011 without the generosity of our supporters.

Follow this link to see a full copy of Down Syndrome of Louisville – Serving Kentucky and Indiana’s 2011 Annual Report.

Please call our main office if you would like your own copy of the 2011 Annual Report: (502)495-5088

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NEW HEALTHCARE GUIDELINES FOR INDIVIDUAL WITH DOWN SYNDROME

The medical community, in partnership with the National Down Syndrome Society (NDSS), has updated their lists of recommended practices for keeping our family members and loved ones with Down Syndrome healthy and happy. Please check them out under Family Resources – Medical Resources/Links on DSL’s About Us page.

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Associates in Pediatric Therapy has partnered with DSL to provide services at our Lifelong Learning Center- Louisville Campus. PT, OT, & Speech services are available to children and adults with Down syndrome. APT is an approved Michelle P Waiver provider & also accepts private insurance. Contact the APT office at (502)633-1007 for further details. Be sure to follow the link above to check out their website, and don’t forget to check out their facebook page as well.

New afternoon appointment times have been added to the APT schedule!

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Upcoming Events!

-Toddler Class:
Date: May 17, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Speech Therapy:
Date: May 17, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 3:15-6:15pm
Description: For our DSL members of all ages.

-Adult Literacy:
Date: May 17, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Adult Exercise Program:
Date: May 18, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Adult Literacy Class:
Date: May 18, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Karaoke Night:
Date: May 18, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 6:00-8:00pm
Description: For our Tweeners.

-Toddler Class:
Date: May 19, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 10:00 am-12:00pm
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Trip to the YMCA :
Date: May 19, 2012
Location: 4812 Hamburg Pike. Jeffersonville, IN
Time: 2:00-3:30 p.m
Description: Enjoy a tour of the facility and introduction to the classes offered at the YMCA. RSVP by May 16th.

-Kickball Tournament :
Date: May 20, 2012
Location: 3817 Ferndale Rd. at Fern Creek Park
Time: 1:00-4:30 p.m
Description: 1st game starts at 2:30 Lunch for the players only families can bring their own lunch if they stay. Welcome to drop-off and be back for the game if you choose. RSVP with a shirt size by Thursday, May 10th.

-Infant Class:
Date: May 21, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 11:00am-12:30pm

-Beginners Yoga Class:
Date: May 21, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus (Sublett Hall)
Time: 5:45-7:00pm
Description: For our DSL families, siblings, volunteers, staff, and community partners. 10 slots available for the 4 week commitment.

-Toddler Class:
Date: May 23, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Toddler Class:
Date: May 24, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Speech Therapy:
Date: May 24, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 3:15-6:15pm
Description: For our DSL members of all ages.

-Living & Learning:
Date: May 24, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Steps to Independence:
Date: May 24, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus (Sublett Hall)
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Adult Exercise Program:
Date: May 25, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Adult Literacy Class:
Date: May 25, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Preschool Class:
Date: May 26, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Description: For our DSL families with children 3-5 years of age.

-Infant-Parent Education Class:
Date: May 26, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus (Early Ed Classroom)
Time: 12:30-2:00pm
Description: For our DSL parents.

-Toddler Class:
Date: May 30, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Beginners Yoga Class:
Date: May 30, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus (Sublett Hall)
Time: 5:45-7:00pm
Description: For our DSL families, siblings, volunteers, staff, and community partners. 10 slots available for the 4 week commitment.

-Toddler Class:
Date: May 31, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Speech Therapy:
Date: May 31, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 3:15-6:15pm
Description: For our DSL members of all ages.

-Volunteer Orientation:
Date: May 31, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 5:15-6:15pm
Description: For our new DSL volunteers.

-Living & Learning:
Date: May 31, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Adult Exercise Program:
Date: June 1, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Adult Literacy Class:
Date: June 1, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Toddler Class:
Date: June 2, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Charity Concert:
Date: June 3, 2012
Location: Turtle Run Winery – Southern Indiana
Time: 1:30-5:30pm
Description: A lot of fun while supporting a great cause, admission is free. Pack a picnic, grab a chair, and enjoy a good time with great music by One Third Wish. Raffle items and door prizes to be given away.

-Toddler Class:
Date: June 6, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Toddler Class:
Date: June 7, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Speech Therapy:
Date: June 7, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 3:15-6:15pm
Description: For our DSL members of all ages.

-Living & Learning:
Date: June 7, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Steps to Independence:
Date: June 7, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus (Sublett Hall)
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Adult Exercise Program:
Date: June 8, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Adult Literacy Class:
Date: June 8, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Preschool Class:
Date: June 9, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Description: For our DSL families with children 3-5 years of age.

-Toddler Class:
Date: June 13, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Toddler Class:
Date: June 14, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-Speech Therapy:
Date: June 14, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 3:15-6:15pm
Description: For our DSL members of all ages.

-Living & Learning:
Date: June 14, 2012
Location: DSL Southern Indiana Campus
Time: 6:30-8:00pm
Description: For our DSL adult members of all ages.

-Adult Exercise Program:
Date: June 15, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 1:30-2:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Adult Literacy Class:
Date: June 15, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 2:30-3:30pm
Description: For our young adult members.

-Toddler Class:
Date: June 16, 2012
Location: DSL Louisville Campus
Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
Description: For our DSL families with children 18mnths-3 years of age.

-20th Annual Golf Tournament:
Date: June 18, 2012
Location: Audubon Country Club
Time: All day event

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