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ALZHEIMER'S & DS RESEARCH SEMINAR
September 24
Adult Caregivers
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EDUCATIONAL WEBINAR SERIES
October 6
All Ages
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BUDDY WALK®
October 18
All Ages
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HOLIDAY DANCE
December 4
Ages 18+
Save the Date. Registration Coming Soon!
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BREAKFAST WITH SANTA
December 5
Ages 0-12
Save the Date. Registration Coming Soon!
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TEEN HOLIDAY BOWLING
December 12
Ages 13-17
Save the Date. Registration Coming Soon!
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THE EXTRAORDINARY BALL
April 10, 2027
Benefiting the DSG
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 | 11:00 AM-3:00 PM | RIDERS FIELD
2026 DALLAS BUDDY WALK®
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**September 20 is the LAST Day to Register with a T-Shirt**
Mark your calendars for Sunday, October 18, 2026, from 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM at Riders Field in Frisco. Join us for a day of celebration, awareness, and community as we celebrate individuals with Down syndrome and the families who support them.
Each year, more than 5,000 attendees come together for this beloved event, which features family-friendly activities for all ages—including music, games, face painting, inflatables, vendor booths, and opportunities to connect with community partners. The highlight of the afternoon is our awareness walk around the stadium, beginning at 2:00 PM.
Gather your friends, family, coworkers, and classmates to form a team and help raise funds for the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas. All attendees must create or join a fundraising team—working together before the walk to raise awareness and critical funds that support the DSG’s local programs and services. A portion of the proceeds also benefits the National Down Syndrome Society’s advocacy efforts and nationwide initiatives.
Registration Options:
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$25 - Individual Ages 13+ (Registration with Shirt)
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$15 - Child Ages 0-12 Years (Registration with Shirt)
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$10 - Individual All Ages (Registration Only - NO SHIRT)
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FREE - Individual with Down syndrome (Registration with Shirt)
Important Dates:
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September 14 - Sponsorship Deadline
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September 20 - Last Day to Register with a T-Shirt
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October 10 - Team Captain T-Shirt Pick Up
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October 16 - Online Registration Closes & Fundraising Due
Please note that registration is required for entry into Riders Field. All registrations include full access to event activities and the awareness walk.
We can’t wait to welcome you and your team this October for an unforgettable day of connection, celebration, and community.
| | SUPPORT OUR AMAZING BUDDY WALK® TEAM EVENTS & FUNDRAISERS ALL BENEFITING
THE DOWN SYNDROME GUILD OF DALLAS | | |
Our amazing Buddy Walk® Teams are going ALL OUT with creative events, give-back nights, and community gatherings to raise awareness and funds that help the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas provide programs, resources, and support to North Texas families.
Coming up this month, Rafie’s Turtle Power Team and Team Mason’s Troop are hosting events you won’t want to miss! Grab your family, friends, coworkers, and neighbors and come out to show these incredible teams some support. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend!
We are so grateful for ALL our Buddy Walk® Teams and the unique ways you’re making a difference. Every fundraiser, share, donation, and act of support helps make our work possible. Have a fundraiser or give-back night coming up? We’d love to help spread the word! Contact Jennifer Ford so we can support your team and celebrate all you’re doing for the DSG.
Looking for easy ways to boost your team’s fundraising? Check out our Fundraising Resources for tips and ideas you can put into action right away!
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SATURDAY, APRIL 10, 2027 | 6:00 PM-10:00 PM | HALL OF STATE AT THE BUSH INSTITUTE
THE EXTRAORDINARY BALL
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Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of cocktails and conversation, a silent auction, live auction, raffle prizes, an elegant dinner, a spirited paddle raise, and more — all benefiting the Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas.
One extraordinary evening. Every person, valued and included.
Sponsorships and tickets coming soon!
For sponsorship, ticket, and donation inquiries, please contact Jennifer Ford.
| Presentation of this event at the Bush Center does not imply or represent endorsement by the Bush Center, President George W. Bush, or Mrs. Laura W. Bush regarding content, programming, materials, or associated organizations. | | |
FAMILIES OF ADULTS WITH
DS AGES 18+
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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 | 6:00 PM-8:00 PM | DSG OFFICE-RICHARDSON | NO COST
AN INTRODUCTION TO DOWN SYNDROME & ALZHEIMER'S RESEARCH
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Learn how you can contribute to groundbreaking research aimed at developing treatments for Alzheimer's in individuals with Down syndrome.
Trial-Ready Cohort-Down Syndrome (TRC-DS)
Presented by: Dr. Brendan Kelley, MD, Professor and Vice-Chair, Department of Neurology, UT Southwestern Medical Center
Alzheimer Biomarkers Consortium-Down Syndrome (ABC-DS)
Presented by: Melissa Petersen, PhD, Associate Professor, TCOM, Department of Family Medicine, Clinical Core Scientific Lead, Institute for Translational Research, UNT Health Fort Worth
A light dinner will be provided. Space is limited, and registration is required. Registration closes Friday, September 18, 2026, or when capacity is reached.
For any questions, please contact Jennifer Ford.
| | FUTURE PLANNING FOR ALL AGES | | |
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6 | 7:00 PM-8:00 PM | ZOOM |
NO COST
WEBINAR: THEIR TOMORROW STARTS WITH OUR CHOICES TODAY
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The Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas is excited to partner with CaringTide to bring families a series of free webinars starting fall 2026 throughout 2027.
The first webinar in the series is titled Their Tomorrow Starts with Our Choices Today. Educator, advocate, and parent, Jennie Dopp, will guide families on how to create a complete, actionable plan for your loved one’s future. Participants will gain practical tools to confidently prepare for long-term care and independence, including benefit navigation.
Registration is required. This webinar will be recorded and shared with all registrants after the session.
Additional questions? Contact Jennifer Ford.
| | FROM OUR NATIONAL DS ORGANIZATIONS | | The Down Syndrome Guild of Dallas is proud to support our partners in the disability community by sharing opportunities hosted by other local and national organizations. Please click each flyer to learn more. | | |
BEGINS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 | ONLINE AND IN-PERSON CLASSES
INCLUSIVE DANCE CLASSES AT THE DANCE POINTE
| | The Dance Pointe fall dance classes are enrolling NOW! All classes are technique & choreography based and are designed for dancers with IDD ages 12 and older. | | |
Online Class:
Style: Hip Hop / Jazz Combo Class
When: Sundays, 1:00 pm-1:50 pm
Dates: Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 11, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22
Cost: $100
Where: Zoom
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In-Person Classes:
Style: Ballet / Contemporary Combo Class
When: Sundays, 2:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Dates: Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 11, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22
Cost: $53
Where: Studio Twelve Two
14450 Midway Rd.
Farmers Branch
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Style: Hip Hop / Jazz Combo Class
When: Sundays, 3:00 pm - 3:55 pm
Dates: Sept. 20, 27, Oct. 11, 25, Nov. 1, 8, 15, 22
Cost: $106
Where: Studio Twelve Two
14450 Midway Rd.
Farmers Branch
Register
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