Friendship Circle of Virginia

Sportable Event: River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament
2024-06-06 - 2024-06-09 | Collegiate School Robins Campus, 400 Blair Road, Richmond, Virginia, 23238
Sportable’s 2024 River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament returns June 6-9, 2024 at Collegiate School’s Williams Bollettieri Tennis Center.
The USTA Level 1 / ITF Futures event anticipates top class competition and nationally ranked wheelchair tennis players representing states from coast-to-coast, in both junior and adult divisions (A, B, C, D, and Quad Open).
What: River City Slam Wheelchair Tennis Tournament
When: June 6-9, 2024
Where: Collegiate Schools Robins Campus – 400 Blair Road, Richmond, VA 23238

Mothers and Autism Meetup: Colorful Connections Autism Fest
2024-06-01 11:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | Harry G. Daniel Pak at Ironbridge, 6600 White pine Road, Richmond, Virginia, 23237
Mothers and Autism Meetup is thrilled to present COLORFUL CONNECTIONS AUTISM FEST! Join us for a day filled with fun activities, workshops, and connections in a vibrant and inclusive environment. This in-person event will be held at Harry G. Daniel Park at Ironbridge, so come ready to celebrate the uniqueness of individuals on the autism spectrum. Let’s create memorable moments and forge lasting friendships together. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with other families and support networks. See you there!
Here’s what you can expect:
📚 Educational Workshops: Tailored sessions for mothers to learn about advocacy, resources, and effective parenting strategies for children on the autism spectrum.
🤝 Community Support: Connect with a network of mothers sharing similar experiences, and engage with organizations that understand your journey.
🎉 Fun Activities for Kids:
🏰 Bounce Houses
🏃‍♂️ Relay Races
🎈 Bubbles and More!
These activities are designed to help children break social barriers and foster peer awareness and acceptance in a fun, supportive environment.

Medical Home Plus Event – MHP’s IEP Essentials Webinar 12pm
2024-05-30 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
IEP Essentials is a live, online 45 minute workshop presented free of charge. This workshop gives parents/guardians of children with special needs the essential knowledge they must have to be effective advocates for their children’s unique educational needs. After attending this workshop, you will understand the key features of IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and Section 504 plans, how to request an educational plan, and how to advocate for your child during the educational planning process.

Bon Air Library - Sensory Hour
2024-05-25 08:00 - 09:00 | Bon Air Library, 9103 Rattlesnake Rd, North Chesterfield, Virginia, 23235
Bon Air Library will open an hour early to provide those with sensory needs a quiet environment where they can safely browse and enjoy the library.

Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event: Painting Class at The Art Factory
2024-05-10 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-04-12 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-03-08 12:30 - 13:30 | Art Factory, 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian, VA, 23112
Creative Canvas at the Art Factory exclusive adaptive painting class for individuals with disabilities and Virginia Down Syndrome Association. This class is opening to individuals with Down syndrome or other disabilities.
Once a month on Fridays: Jan. 12, Feb. 9, March 8, April 12 and May 10.
For homeschoolers and Fun4Life ages 21+
$15 per class at The Art Factory. 4810 Market Square Lane, Midlothian VA 23112.
A VDSA staff member will be there. Parents and caregivers are welcome to either stay in the class, enjoy the Art Factory’s coffee area or drop off and pick up.
Seasonal canvas painting for each class.
Register here:
https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65181-painting-class-at-the-art-factory

Northstar Event - Career Center Open House
2024-05-09 15:30 - 17:30 | Northstar, 11501 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23059
EVENT DETAILS:
Northstar Career Center Open House
May 9, 2024
3:30p-5:30p
11501 Nuckols Road, Glen Allen, VA 23059

Northstar Career Center promotes career opportunities for students with disabilities who have academic, physical, or social challenges ages 16-24.

Students learn the skills necessary for competitive careers through hands-on instruction, work-flow management, and furthering those skills with work site experiences.
Event link: https://northstarva.org/event/northstar-career-center-open-house-2/

Friendship Circle - Disability Inclusion Day at the Diamond
2024-05-09 08:00 - 17:00 | The Diamond, 3001 N Arthur Ashe Blvd, Richmond, VA, 23230
Friendship Circle of Virginia is so excited to host the 3rd Annual Disability Inclusion Day at the Diamond – Highlighting Disability Inclusion and Mental Health, on Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 1:35pm. This event is presented by fas mart for the 3rd year in a row.
Disability Inclusion Day at the Diamond highlights the importance of an inclusive community by bringing people with and without disabilities together to experience a baseball game in a supportive, inclusive environment. Friendship Circle of Virginia has added accessibility supports so that people with disabilities and mental health conditions and their loved ones can participate in America’s favorite pastime in an iconic RVA way. Open to the entire RVA community!
Request your free tickets at InclusionDayRVA.comHighlights Include:-Increased accessible seating (first come first serve)-Sensory break bags-Sensory Zone-Kids field activities-ASL services-Audio Description Services-Additional quiet space-Sensory friendly gate-Closed captioning-Lower speaker volume-Giveaway-Dietary Accommodations-Adult changing area
National Anthem sung by American Idol finalist, Shayy Winn!

Nest Academy - Nest 5th Fun Walk
2024-05-04 10:00 - 12:00 | 465 Broad Street Road Manakin Sabot, VA 23103, 465 Broad Street Road, Manakin Sabot, VA, 23103

Medical Home Plus - MHP's IEP Essentials Webinar 7pm
2024-05-02 19:00 - 20:00 | VA

Medical Home Plus Event - MHP's IEP Essentials Webinar 12pm
2024-05-02 12:00 - 13:00 | VA

VDSA Event - Pre-Mother's Day Tea
2024-04-27 13:30 | Tea with Kip, 11164 Hull Street Rd, Midlothian, VA, 23112, United States
THIS SATURDAY
4 Course Tea Lunch for Pre-mother’s day.
Parents, Grandparents and siblings invited
Adults with Down syndrome are welcome to be dropped off for Tea and join friends
Saturday, April 27 from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Cost $28 per person (or register at VIP for not cost as VDSA wants to welcome everyone).
Pearls for the ladies and bow ties for gentlemen upon arrival
Ages 13 plus

SMVA Event - Minds of All Kinds
2024-04-19 16:00 - 20:00 | Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA, 23220

FCVA Event - April Birthday Circle @ Loving Acres
2024-04-14 14:00 - 16:00 | Loving Acres, 10800 Chalkley Rd, Richmond, VA, 23237
Alexis Nichols Birthday Circle – Loving Acres Farm Sanctuary

Named after friend, former board member, and animal lover, Alexis Nichols.
We will meet at Loving Acres for a tour of the farm, crafts, and treats.
Parking is limited! We encourage carpooling.
10800 Chalkley Rd, Richmond, VA 23237

Sportable Event: NWBA Adult Wheelchair Basketball National Championships
2024-04-12 - 2024-04-14 | Henrico Sports & Events Center, 11000 Telegraph Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23060
National Wheelchair Basketball Association, Sportable, Richmond Region Tourism, and Henrico Sports & Entertainment Authority are proud to host the 2024 Adult and Junior Division Wheelchair Basketball National Tournaments. To be held over the first two weekends in April 2024, the Championships will take place at the state-of-the-art Henrico Sports & Events Center in Henrico, Virginia.
The top 16 ranked wheelchair basketball teams for each Adult Division (I, II, III) will earn an invitation to their respective divisions’ national tournament.
The top 32 ranked teams for Varsity level and the top 16 ranked teams from Prep level will earn an invitation to participate in the NWBA Junior Wheelchair Basketball National Championships.
In total, 100 teams and over 1,100 wheelchair basketball players will compete for a coveted national title during the two events
NWBA Junior Wheelchair Basketball National Championships – April 5-7, 2024
NWBA Adult Wheelchair Basketball National Championships – April 12-14, 2024

Sportable Event: NWBA Junior Wheelchair Basketball National Championships
2024-04-05 - 2024-04-07 | Henrico Sports & Events Center, 11000 Telegraph Road, Glen Allen, VA, 23060

Medical Home Plus Event – MHP Presents: IEP Essentials Workshop
2024-03-21 12:00 - 13:00 | VA

FCVA Event - Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens
2024-03-10 13:00 - 15:00 | lewis ginter, 1800 Lakeside Ave, Richmond, VA, 23228
Details to come

Whole Story Planning Event - ABLE vs Special Needs Trusts: An In-Depth Discussion
2024-03-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2024-02-14 14:00 - 15:00 | VA
As a fellow special needs parent, Kacy Seitz knows the importance of crafting a whole story plan that considers the complexity of each family’s unique situation. In 2013, she created her wealth management practice Whole Story Planning, devoted to helping Special Needs families like hers. In this short workshop, Kacy guides parents, guardians, and family members like you to better understand the planning your children may need during each stage of life. Topics included: • Legal, Financial & Benefits Planning Considerations • Pros & Cons of ABLE accounts • Pros & Cons of Special Needs Trusts Join us from the comfort of your own home, ask questions, and talk with a fellow parent in a non-threatening, non-pressure environment. Let’s craft the next chapter of your Whole Story together.

Medical Home Plus Event - MHP Presents: IEP Essentials Workshop
2024-03-07 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
IEP Essentials is a live, online 45 minute workshop presented free of charge. This workshop gives parents/guardians of children with special needs the essential knowledge they must have to be effective advocates for their children’s unique educational needs. After attending this workshop, you will understand the key features of IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) and Section 504 plans, how to request an educational plan, and how to advocate for your child during the educational planning process.
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Whole Story Planning Event - How to Develop a Life Plan for Your Child with Disabilities
2024-03-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-02-13 17:00 - 18:00 | VA
As a fellow special needs parent, Kacy Seitz knows the importance of crafting a whole story plan that considers the complexity of each family’s unique situation. In 2013, she created her wealth management practice Whole Story Planning, devoted to helping Special Needs families like hers. In this short workshop, Kacy guides parents, guardians, and family members like you to better understand the planning your children may need during each stage of life. Topics included: • Legal Planning Considerations: Special Needs Trusts, Letter/Memorandum of Intent, Guardianship • Financial Planning Considerations: How to Fund a Special Needs Trust & ABLE accounts • Benefit Planning Considerations: Finding & accessing federal benefits like SSI & SSDI, Medicaid, Waivers, etc. Join us from the comfort of your own home, ask questions, and talk with a fellow parent in a non-threatening, non-pressure environment. Let’s craft the next chapter of your Whole Story together.

Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event: Rock Climbing
2024-03-03 12:30 - 14:00 | Peak Experiences Midlothian, 11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, 23113, United States
Join us for Indoor Rock Climbing led by Beyond Boundaries! No experience necessary
Feb. 3 -Peak Experiences. Richmond located in SCOR Sports Center of Richmond,1375 Overbrook Rd, Richmond, VA 23220
March 3 -11421 Polo Cir, Midlothian, VA 23113
12:30 pm -2:00 pm.
All ages.
Register: https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/65239-rock-climbing

Fundraiser Call Center
2024-02-27 17:00 - 20:00 | Friendship Circle of Virginia, 212 N Gaskins Rd, Richmond, VA, 23238, United States
Join us at our call center during our annual fundraiser as we raise money for Friendship Circle of Virginia to keep all of our programming free for our families and the community!Food will be served.Register: Loading…

Sportable Event: Youth and Beginner Wheelchair Tennis
2024-02-25 17:00 - 18:00, 2024-02-18 17:00 - 18:00 | Westwood Club, 6200 W Club Ln, Richmond, Virginia, 23226
Tennis is one of the most challenging and rewarding of all wheelchair sports. Participants will learn court mobility, stroke technique, the rules and scoring of the game, all while building strength, cardiovascular ability, and self-esteem in a fun group instruction environment.
With an emphasis on fun and learning, Sportable’s Youth + Beginner Wheelchair Tennis program focuses on individual skill development, learning the rules of the game, and beginning the pathway for athletes to a lifelong sport.
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Location: Westwood Club – 6200 W Club Ln, Richmond, VA 23226
Who: This program is for individuals ages 5 & up who have a permanent disability that affects their lower limb(s), including, but not limited to: Spinal Cord Injury, Spina Bifida, Cerebral Palsy, Amputation, Osteogenesis Imperfecta, etc. Players must be able to propel themselves independently on the court in a manual / power wheelchair.

Science Museum of Virginia Event - Minds of All Kinds
2024-02-23 16:00 - 20:00 | Science Museum of Virginia, 2500 West Broad Street, Richmond, VA, 23220

Medical Home Plus Presents: IEP Essentials Workshop
2024-02-22 12:00 - 13:00 | VA
