JANUARY 11, 2023

Did You Know...

Today is International

Thank You Day!

NADS would like to take this time to say THANK YOU to all our supporters!

Whether you donate your time, talent, or treasure,

please know that NADS appreciates your contribution!

We cannot do this without your support.



Together we can make a difference in the

Down syndrome community!

Mark Your Calendar for this great discussion!

Date: January 21

Time: 9am (Central)

Registration Required! Please RSVP by January 20

This will be a VIRTUAL meeting.

The link will be shared after registration and closer to the session.

Start organizing your team NOW!

MARCH 5, 2023

Noon-3pm

at

in Naperville

Registration and details coming soon!

WE NEED YOUR HELP!

We are looking for gift cards for our

bowling participants!

If you are able to donate a small gift card

(ranging in value from $5-$25)

it would be greatly appreciated!

Please send electronic gift cards to aleonard@nads.org. You can also mail gift cards directly to the NADS office at:

National Association for Down Syndrome

Attn: Bowl-a-Thon

1460 Renaissance Dr, Suite 102

Park Ridge, IL 60068

Support the Bowl-a-Thon Raffles and Auctions-

Help make this event amazing!

Extra things lying around?

Donate your unwanted items to NADS' and support the upcoming fundraiser raffles!

Email aleonard@nads.org to organize

drop off/pick up.

(New, unopened items only please.)

New Design for 2023 - Preorder Today!

Reserve your

NADS Yard Sign Now!

Simply reply to this newsletter email and let us know how many you need - we will notify you as soon as the signs hit our online store!

Congratulations to our

NEW YEAR'S BABY Winner!

On January 1 a beautiful baby boy was born!

Thank you RUSH MEDICAL CENTER for referring the family to NADS for support.

This family will get to enjoy some extra goodies in their Congratulations Basket!

To refer new families to NADS please go to www.nads.org/refer-someone/

It's time to get cozy by the fire with

Performing heARTS!

February 5

3pm (Eastern)

On Zoom!

Tune in the hear your favorite pop songs performed by those with disabilities, including a special appearance from NADS Self-Advocate Jacob Spenadel!

This amazing program focuses on giving those with disabilities a chance to take on leadership roles and to artistically impact individuals of all ages with special needs through the teaching of musical theater. Founded by high school senior Jordyn Brandman, Performing heARTS continually hosts fundraisers in which 100% of proceeds go to other non-profits.

THANK YOU PERFORMING HEARTS

FOR CHOOSING NADS TO RECEIVE THE PROFITS FROM YOUR WINTER FUNDRAISER!

To learn more about this fantastic project, please check out their website HERE.

Want to join the fun?

Email your pics to aleonard@nads.org

HAPPENING TONIGHT!!!

⭐ January 11 ⭐

7-8:30pm (Central)

on Zoom

*Half an hour longer than usual!*

Join us on a "Character Adventure" with A.B.L.E. -

Together we will use our imaginations to solve a series of puzzles and improve games to go on an adventure together!

Check your email for more details!

Find more info about ABLE Ensemble HERE!

Interested in joining the SAIA Group?

SIGN UP HERE!!

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