BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Friendship Circle of Virginia - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Friendship Circle of Virginia X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Friendship Circle of Virginia REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240921 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20241001 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240315T183130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T183130Z UID:5023-1726876800-1727740799@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Sportable Event: Tailgate Fundraiser Presented by Dominion Energy DESCRIPTION:For more than 18 years\, Sportable has been providing opportunities to people of all ages with physical disabilities and visual impairments to participate in sports. From cycling and tennis to wheelchair basketball and rugby\, our athletes have participated in a range of activities.  \nThe Sportable Athlete Tailgate and hosted by the Associate Board will kick off Tailgate Season with pizza and RVA craft beer on Thursday\, September 21\, while dozens of Sportable families\, donors\, and supporters plan to host personalized parties through September 30 with a goal to fundraise $100\,000. \nIf you can’t host an event this year\, please consider supporting someone else’s Tailgate Fundraiser! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/sportable-event-tailgate-fundraiser-presented-by-dominion-energy/ LOCATION:Virginia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Sportable-Front-Truck-Circle-2022-01-2048x2048-1-e1710527485988.png ORGANIZER;CN="Sportable":MAILTO:info@sportable.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240607T161837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T161837Z UID:5379-1726851600-1726858800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Children's Museum Downtown - Sensory Friendly Nights DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. \nFamilies can register in advance via the link below or can register in-person upon arrival. \nPlease click here to register for Sensory Friendly Nights Downtown! \nA cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. We can’t wait to play with you! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/childrens-museum-downtown-sensory-friendly-nights/ LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Richmond – Downtown\, 2626 W Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/376288832_716295693872410_6058342735894836858_n-1024x1024-square-17d52c9381ef7846df48b8a6af8a8a8a-5db1279ab9046.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Museum of Richmond":MAILTO:downtown@childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T183000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240808T184624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240808T184624Z UID:5703-1726833600-1726857000@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Nest Academy RVA - 4th Annual Golf Tournament DESCRIPTION:Nest Academy RVA is proud to announce our 4th Annual Golf Tournament at Hunting Hawk Golf Course! We hope you will join us for a fun day while supporting Nest’s mission of creating and promoting inspirational learning and social environments for young adults with complex physical\, medical\, and cognitive disabilities. \nWhen: Friday\, September 20th\, 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM EDT \nWhere: Hunting Hawk Golf Club\, 15201 Ashland Rd suite 1606\, Glen Allen\, VA 23059 \nWhat to Expect:\n12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Registration\, lunch\, and range balls.\n12:45 PM – 1:00 PM: Announcements\n1:00 PM: Shotgun Start\n5:30 PM: Dinner\, raffle drawing\, and awards. \nCAPTAIN’S CHOICE\n18 holes with a cart\nLunch and range balls\nLongest drive and closest to the pin contests\nDinner\, raffles\, and awards URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/nest-academy-rva-4th-annual-golf-tournament/ LOCATION:Hunting Hawk Golf Club\, 15201 Ashland Rd Suite 1606\, Glen Allen\, Virginia\, 23059 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Golf-2024-GB-Banner-6-18-1-e1723142741562.png ORGANIZER;CN="Nest Academy":MAILTO:nestacademyrva@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240915T163000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240805T165334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T020050Z UID:5683-1726412400-1726417800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Friendship Circle Event: September Birthday Circle DESCRIPTION:September Birthday Circle and Season Kickoff \nJoin us as we kick off the new year at Bowl America Short Pump on September 15 from 3:00 – 4:30pm\n4400 Pouncey Tract Rd.\, Glen Allen\, VA 2305 \nEach child and teen will be able to bowl 2 games (shoes provided)\, and will receive a $10 game card for video games. \nCupcakes for September Birthdays will be provided. \nRegister here URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/friendship-circle-event-september-birthday-circle/ LOCATION:Bowl America Short Pump\, 4400 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, Virginia\, 23060 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/2023-2024-Season-Kickoff-5-e1722909458580.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T233000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240606T190655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T190655Z UID:5353-1726304400-1726356600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Canine Companions Fundraiser - Give a Dog a Job 5K Run/Walk/Roll DESCRIPTION:Join the Canine Companions Old Dominion Chapter for the annual Give a Dog a Job 5k fundraiser! \nSince 1975\, Canine Companions has provided service dogs free of charge to recipients in need. \nCome spend your morning with us and help GIVE A DOG A JOB! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/canine-companions-fundraiser-give-a-dog-a-job-5k-run-walk-roll/ LOCATION:Main Line Brewery\, 1603 Ownby Ln\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23220 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/race69375-logo-0.bKBGw9_.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240913T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240528T182321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T182321Z UID:5266-1726230600-1726234200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Summer Painting Classes as the Art Factory DESCRIPTION:Summer Painting Classes at The Art Factory \n\n\n\nOnce a month on Fridays\n12:30 pm – 1:30 pm\n$15 per class\n7/12\, 8/9\, 9/13\nFunQuest (Ages 13-21) & Fun4Life (21+)adults!\nSiblings welcome.\nArt Factory\, 4810 Market Square Lane\, Midlothian VA 23112 URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-summer-painting-classes-as-the-art-factory-4/ LOCATION:The Art Factory\, 4810 Market Square Lane\, Midlothian\, Virginia\, 23112 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/poster_board_Painting_Classes_at_Art_Factory__4_2-e1716920388269.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240907T143000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240703T153012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T153012Z UID:5541-1725696000-1725719400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:PEATC Event - 2024 Parent and Youth Empowerment (PYE) Summit DESCRIPTION:PEATC is pleased to announce the 2024 Parent and Youth Empowerment (PYE) Summit on Saturday\, September 7\, 2024\, for Virginia students with disabilities (ages 14-22) and their parents! Accepted participants will be empowered to understand and advocate for their child’s secondary school learning and postsecondary outcomes from topic experts\, while youth will increase their knowledge to be effective self-advocates through related activities. \nRegistration priority: Spaces will fill quickly\, and you may be placed on a waitlist. \nJuly 08\, 2024 – Registration opens for 1st-time attendees in the Roanoke area and west \nJuly 15\, 2024 – Registration opens for 1st-time attendees \nJuly 22\, 2024 – Registration opens for all URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/peatc-event-2024-parent-and-youth-empowerment-pye-summit/ LOCATION:Great Wolf Lodge\, 549 E Rochambeau Dr\, Williamsburg\, Virginia\, 23118 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/PYE-2024-1-768x994-1-e1720020584628.png ORGANIZER;CN="PEATC":MAILTO:partners@peatc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240715T194922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240715T195319Z UID:5628-1724594400-1724601600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:All Abilities Sports Day DESCRIPTION:Join Friendship Circle of Virginia\, Jacob’s Chance\, and Sportable for an inclusive sporting event designed for individuals of all abilities!\n\n \nOpen to ages 5-25.\n \nThis event pairs attendees one to one with teen friends (volunteers) in the community for friendship and fun and gives them the opportunity to try different adaptive sports with Jacob’s Chance and Sportable!\n \nEnjoy snacks\, crafts\, and a sensory area provided by Friendship Circle. Don’t miss this opportunity for fun and community engagement!\n \nRegister: https://friendshipcircleva.org/all-abilities-sports-day URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/all-abilities-sports-day/ LOCATION:Deep Run High School\, 4801 Twin Hickory Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WhatsApp-Image-2024-07-15-at-12.52.10-PM-e1721063906610.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240607T161724Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T162005Z UID:5377-1723827600-1723834800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Children's Museum Chesterfield - Sensory Friendly Nights DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. \nFamilies can register in advance via the link below or can register in-person upon arrival. \nPlease click here to register for Sensory-Friendly Nights Chesterfield. \nA cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. We can’t wait to play with you! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/childrens-museum-chesterfield-sensory-friendly-nights-3/ LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Richmond – Chesterfield\, 6629 Lake Harbour Dr\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23220 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/392758053_734501625385150_3246267584096277597_n-1024x1024-square-d2bf92b8f97df430edf640ea354ed533-5db1279ab9046-e1717776589446.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Museum of Richmond":MAILTO:downtown@childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T113000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240509T180411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T180411Z UID:5202-1723797000-1723807800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Tablespoons Bakery - Inclusive Baking Session - French Macaron Class DESCRIPTION: URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/tablespoons-bakery-inclusive-baking-session-french-macaron-class/ LOCATION:Virginia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/3-e1715277776575.png ORGANIZER;CN="Tablespoons":MAILTO:Brianne@tablespoonsbakery.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240815T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240708T145358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T145358Z UID:5554-1723723200-1723726800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Medical Home Plus Event - MHP's IEP Essentials Webinar DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/medical-home-plus-event-mhps-iep-essentials-webinar-2/ LOCATION:Virginia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MHP.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Medical Home Plus":MAILTO:hbarber@medhomeplus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240611T165905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T165905Z UID:5432-1723285800-1723291200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Spray Park and Playground get together DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spray Park and Playground get together! \nJuly 27 and August 10 \n\nTwin Hickory Recreation Center\n\n\n\nAddress: 5011 Twin Hickory Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA 23059\n10:30 am – Noon\n\n\n\nSiblings\, grandparents and relatives also welcome to join us\nThe area has fence 3/4 of the way around with one entrance and exit\n\nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71186-spray-park-outings \n  URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-spray-park-and-playground-get-together-2/ LOCATION:Twin Hickory Spray Park\, 5011 Twin Hickory Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/poster_board_Spray_Park_2024_2-e1718125053341.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240809T133000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240528T182233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T182233Z UID:5264-1723206600-1723210200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Summer Painting Classes as the Art Factory DESCRIPTION:Summer Painting Classes at The Art Factory \n\n\n\nOnce a month on Fridays\n12:30 pm – 1:30 pm\n$15 per class\n7/12\, 8/9\, 9/13\nFunQuest (Ages 13-21) & Fun4Life (21+)adults!\nSiblings welcome.\nArt Factory\, 4810 Market Square Lane\, Midlothian VA 23112 URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-summer-painting-classes-as-the-art-factory-3/ LOCATION:The Art Factory\, 4810 Market Square Lane\, Midlothian\, Virginia\, 23112 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/poster_board_Painting_Classes_at_Art_Factory__4_2-e1716920388269.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240701T153656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240701T153656Z UID:5517-1723017600-1723032000@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Hanover Community Support Services - Disability Employment Seminar DESCRIPTION:Raising Awareness\n\nHanover Community Support Services (HCSS) is excited to present\, A Disability Employment Seminar\, sponsored by Oakdale. The goal of this event is to educate businesses and dispel myths surrounding employing individuals with disabilities\, connect people with local resources who can help and ultimately lead to employment for differently-abled individuals. The seminar will include keynote speakers\, panel discussions\, Q&As\, as well as a resource fair\, coffee\, breakfast and an appearance by Ashley d’Evengée\, Miss Hanover Abilities 2024! Registration is free to businesses and their employees. \nDate: August 7\, 2024 \nTime: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM \nLocation: Oakdale URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/hanover-community-support-services-disability-employment-seminar/ LOCATION:Oakdale\, 13497 Ashland Rd\, Ashland\, Virginia\, 23005 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/rsw_600h_600cg_true-e1719848202752.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Hanover Community Support Services":MAILTO:admin@hcss-inc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240604T171247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T171247Z UID:5288-1722704400-1722711600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Pajama and Pizza Party at the Art Factory (0 - 8 Years Old) DESCRIPTION:Free For Individuals with Down Syndrome \n\nSummer Saturday Nights\nJune 8\, July 13\, &/or Aug. 3\n5:00 to 7:00 pm\nBaby to 8 years old\nSiblings welcome\n$5 per person includes pizza and drinks (Ind. w/Ds free)\nArt Factory Play Space\, Midlothian (Hwy 288 & Hull St.)\n\n\n  URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-pajama-and-pizza-party-at-the-art-factory-0-8-years-old-2/ LOCATION:Art Factory\, 4810 Market Square Lane\, Midlothian\, VA\, 23112 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/poster_board_Pajama_Party_-_Pizza___Play2-e1717520988649.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240606T183510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T183510Z UID:5335-1722700800-1722711600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Thisability Event - Adaptive Sports Camp DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to invite you to our Adaptive Sports Camp for Children and Adults with Disabilities and their siblings\nThis camp aims to create a fun-filled day of adaptive sports\, games\, and food\, fostering inclusivity and understanding among participants. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/thisability-event-adaptive-sports-camp/ LOCATION:Meadowbrook High School\, 4901 Cogbill Rd\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23234 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/websiteBanner-u2OdZsV8-bKjh_g-1-e1717698901594.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Thisability":MAILTO:Info@thisability.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240702T175311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T175336Z UID:5527-1722697200-1722704400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Jacob's Chance - Wild West Summer Dance DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, August 3rd \nTime: 3-5PM \nLocation: Weinstein JCC (5403 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, VA 23226) \nAge: 13-40 \nCost: $10 \nSaddle up for Jacob’s Chance Wild West dance! Swing by for toe-tappin’ tunes\, themed activities\, and a rootin’-tootin’ good time! Wild West attire is encouraged but not required! No dinner\, just light refreshments. We can’t wait to see you there! \n​A sensory area will be available. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/jacobs-chance-wild-west-summer-dance/ LOCATION:Weinstein JCC\, 5304 Monument Avenue\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23226 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/44e354_7b13a0bb2c56430da5f85af88c634a37mv2.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240803T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240605T161758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T161758Z UID:5320-1722682800-1722700800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Autism Society Event - RVA Duck Race and Festival of Inclusion DESCRIPTION:The RVA Duck Race & Festival of Inclusion will make a splash again this year! Returning to Brown’s Island on August 3\, 2024\, the Autism Society of Central Virginia (ASCV) will host the iconic race and Richmond’s largest sensory-friendly festival.  Proceeds from the RVA Duck Race support the ASCV’s critical programming and services for our local autism community.\nPurchase your Duck Entries for the chance to win incredible prizes\, including our $10\,000 Grand Prize!  Then join us on Brown’s Island to watch the ducks float down the canal and race toward the finish line.  Ducks will be sold online leading up to the event.  \nASCV’s Festival of Inclusion is a sensory-friendly festival designed to include and accommodate individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities. Zoned areas throughout the festival will offer fun activities for the whole family\, as well as highlight the incredible work that the ASCV and fellow local organizations do to make Richmond a more inclusive city. The festival will be held on Brown’s Island from 11AM – 4 PM and will include music\, family activity zones\, vendors\, food\, and so much more! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/autism-society-event-rva-duck-race-and-festival-of-inclusion/ LOCATION:Browns Island\, S 7th St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23219 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/websiteBanner-u2OdZsV8-bKjh_g-e1717604257420.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T201500 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240702T161132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240702T161132Z UID:5523-1722447000-1722456900@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Jazzin' it up with Jacob's Chance - Adaptive Dance Clinic DESCRIPTION:Jazzin’ it up with Jacob’s Chance – a Dance Clinic! Come on out to learn some jazz dance fundamentals and have fun with your Jacob’s Chance Friends! Maia Jones will be teaching as part of her Gold Award project – the highest honor a girl scout can earn. Ages 5-40 register today at www.jacobschance.org/family-events URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/jazzin-it-up-with-jacobs-chance-adaptive-dance-clinic/ LOCATION:Deep Run Park and Recreation Center\, 9900 Ridgefield Pkwy\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23233 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/78dd40a9-a9b4-4bc9-a299-38499b50a17b-e1719936683196.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T210000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240611T142357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T211421Z UID:5389-1722195000-1722200400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:FCVA Event - An Evening With Jeff Katz: “The Quest for Cookies” DESCRIPTION:An Evening with Jeff Katz – “The Quest for Cookies”\nWhat possible lessons can you learn from a 21 year old who has never said a word and has a developmental age of 18 months? According to her dad\, quite a few! \nJeff Katz\, an award winning multimedia personality\, who is a highly sought after professional coach and inspirational speaker will present “The Quest for Cookies”\, the inspirational story of one disabled girl’s journey to the pantry. \nTicket Options: \n\n$20pp General Admission\n$35pp General Admission and a 30 min meet & greet starting at 7:00pm\n\nDesserts and Adult Beverages will be served.Friendship Circle of Virginia – 212 N. Gaskins Rd\, 23238*This event is 18+*If you have issues with credit card processing\, please email tanya@fcva.org. \nAn Evening Out with Jeff Katz – “A Quest for Cookies”\n\nContact Details\nName(Required) First Last Email(Required) Phone(Required) \nTickets\nIndividual Ticket – $20 per personIndividualNumber of Individual Tickets12345678 \n\nIndividual including Meet & Greet – $35 per personIndividual including Meet & GreetNumber of Individual including Meet & Greet Tickets1235678 \n\nAdditional DonationAll of our events are normally free\, so please consider a donation to help keep it that way for all of our families and friends.Do you have any dietary needs?(Required)YesNoPlease use this space to provide more information about your dietary requirements.Do you have any accessibility needs?(Required)YesNoPlease use this space to provide more information about your accessibility requirements.How did you hear about this event?Friendship Circle EmailSocial MediaGoogleWord of MouthRefer a FriendPast ParticipantOther \nPayment Details\nTotalPayment MethodPayPal CheckoutCredit Card American ExpressDiscoverMasterCardVisaSupported Credit Cards: American Express\, Discover\, MasterCard\, Visa Card Number Expiration Date Security Code   \nΔ \n Insert WordPress Content URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/a-night-out-with-jeff-katz/ LOCATION:Virginia Repertory Theatre\, 4206 Hermitage Road\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23227 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Copy-of-Jeff-Katz-Event-1-e1720646001633.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240728T160000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240703T145046Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T145046Z UID:5537-1722175200-1722182400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Charlottesville VA Discovery Museum DESCRIPTION:Virginia Down Syndrome Association’s family outing at the Discovery Museum in Charlottesville. \nSunday\, July 28 from 2-4 pm. \nSiblings and summer guests are welcome!! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-charlottesville-va-discovery-museum/ LOCATION:Virginia Discovery Museum\, 524 E Main Street\, Charlottesville\, Virginia\, 22902 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/poster_board_Charlottesville_Summer_20242-e1720018228103.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T200000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240611T155634Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T161127Z UID:5415-1722096000-1722110400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Science Museum of Virginia - Minds of All Kinds DESCRIPTION:Join us for a sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities.\nJoin us for a sensory-friendly evening developed for guests with disabilities. Enjoy a less crowded environment as you get hands-on with activities designed to pique curiosity and inspire discovery. Explore the BODY WORLDS: The Anatomy of Happiness and Discover Steampunk touring exhibitions\, make a take-home sensory bottle and watch two films in The Dome! The event features accommodations for sensitivities to lights and sounds. \nMinds of All Kinds admission is free. Registration is required. \nThanks to our partners at Virginia Voice\, SOAR365\, Autism Society of Central Virginia\, Friendship Circle of Virginia\, Down Syndrome Association of Greater Richmond and the Virginia Department for the Blind and Vision Impaired for collaborating on this event. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/science-museum-of-virginia-minds-of-all-kinds/ LOCATION:Science Museum of Virginia\, 2500 West Broad Street\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/b3ff84a9-a21d-41ed-b4a4-a342de3ab2c1-e1719331834789.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Science Museum of VA":MAILTO:info@svm.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T120000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240611T165753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T165753Z UID:5429-1722076200-1722081600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Spray Park and Playground get together DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spray Park and Playground get together! \nJuly 27 and August 10 \n\nTwin Hickory Recreation Center\n\n\n\nAddress: 5011 Twin Hickory Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA 23059\n10:30 am – Noon\n\n\n\nSiblings\, grandparents and relatives also welcome to join us\nThe area has fence 3/4 of the way around with one entrance and exit\n\nRegister here: \nhttps://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/71186-spray-park-outings \n  URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-spray-park-and-playground-get-together/ LOCATION:Twin Hickory Spray Park\, 5011 Twin Hickory Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23059 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/poster_board_Spray_Park_2024_2-e1718125053341.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T130000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240708T145252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T145252Z UID:5551-1721908800-1721912400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Medical Home Plus Event - MHP's IEP Essentials Webinar DESCRIPTION: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. URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/medical-home-plus-event-mhps-iep-essentials-webinar/ LOCATION:Virginia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/MHP.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Medical Home Plus":MAILTO:hbarber@medhomeplus.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T170000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240607T155237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T155335Z UID:5363-1721570400-1721581200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Friendship Circle of Virginia Event - Family Pontoon Ride DESCRIPTION:A Families are invited to enjoy a relaxing pontoon ride on the James with Beyond Boundaries! 9 people per session on each boat and there are 3 boats (1 per time slot).  Limit 4 members per group.\n9680 Osborne Turnpike\, Richmond\, VA 23231 URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/friendship-circle-of-virginia-event-family-pontoon-ride/ LOCATION:9680 Osborne Turnpike\, Richmond\, VA 23231\, 9890 Osborne Turnpike\, Richmond\, Virginia\, 23231 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Family-Pontoon-ride-2-e1717775610988.png ORGANIZER;CN="Friendship Circle of Virginia":MAILTO:info@friendshipcircleva.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240721T140000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240531T151846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240531T152020Z UID:5272-1721563200-1721570400@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Swaders Sports Park DESCRIPTION:Join VDSA at Swaders Sports Park in Prince George! \nAddress: 4725 Whitehill Blvd\, Prince George\, VA 23875 \nTime: 12:00 – 2:00 pm \nIndividual with Down syndrome is free \nIndoor only $30- laser tag\, bowling\, kids zone\, arcade \nIndoor and outdoor- $45- above+\, go-carts\, mini golf & batting cages URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-swaders-sports-park/ LOCATION:Swaders Sports Park\, 4725 White Hill Blvd\, Prince George\, Virginia\, 23875 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/poster_board_swaders2-e1717168714195.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T183000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240621T183200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T183200Z UID:5465-1721493000-1721500200@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Richmond Retrievers - 2nd Annual Charity Game DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!! Our 2nd Annual Charity Hockey Game is locked in for Saturday July 20th!! If anyone wants to play in the game\, to volunteer on the floor or to sponsor us\, please reach out to me at Richmondretrievers@gmail.com! (Note: This is a charity game to support our adaptive ice hockey team. Players should be 18 years and older to play. This is a clean game\, played to support a great cause!) URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/richmond-retrievers-2nd-annual-charity-game/ LOCATION:SkateNation Plus\, 4350 Pouncey Tract Rd\, Glen Allen\, VA\, 23060 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/2024_charitygamead-e1718994702773.webp ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Retrievers":MAILTO:richmondretrievers@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240719T190000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240607T160957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240607T161920Z UID:5370-1721408400-1721415600@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Children's Museum Downtown - Sensory Friendly Nights DESCRIPTION:The Children’s Museum is excited to host a FREE night for families with children with disabilities on the third Friday of each month from 5:00-7:00 pm. \nFamilies can register in advance via the link below or can register in-person upon arrival. \nPlease click here to register for Sensory Friendly Nights Downtown! \nA cool down room will be available and sensory supports provided. We can’t wait to play with you! URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/childrens-museum-chesterfield-sensory-friendly-nights/ LOCATION:Children’s Museum of Richmond – Downtown\, 2626 W Broad St\, Richmond\, VA\, 23220 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/376288832_716295693872410_6058342735894836858_n-1024x1024-square-17d52c9381ef7846df48b8a6af8a8a8a-5db1279ab9046.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Children's Museum of Richmond":MAILTO:downtown@childrensmuseumofrichmond.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T193000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240606T184301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T184541Z UID:5344-1721323800-1721331000@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:SOAR365 Event - Summer Series with Sportable DESCRIPTION:SOAR365 is thrilled to announce the return of Summer Series to PARK365!  \nPresented by Call Federal Credit Union\, we’re once again teaming up with local nonprofits to host two nights of free\, inclusive fun at the best playground in Richmond.  \nJoin us from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on June 20 and July 18 to enjoy food trucks\, a DJ and more!  \nBoth events are free\, but registration is requested. Each date has a separate registration link\, so please visit one or both depending on when you’d like to join us! Anyone and everyone are welcome to attend\, and you can either attend just one date or both dates. \nPARK365 is already home to an accessible treehouse and merry-go-round\, supportive swings\, colorful playgrounds and athletic courts for all to enjoy.  \nEach night of Summer Series\, however\, one of our community partners will introduce new ways to play with free\, accessible activities for the whole family \n  URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/soar365-event-summer-series-with-sportable/ LOCATION:Park 365\, 3600 Saunders Ave\, Richmond\, VA\, 23227 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Web-Graphic-SummerSeries_2023-e1717699251559.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T180000 DTSTAMP:20260516T163837 CREATED:20240604T171844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T171844Z UID:5293-1721145600-1721152800@friendshipcircleva.org SUMMARY:Virginia Down Syndrome Association Event - Pontoon Boat Ride DESCRIPTION:​Join VDSA for summer pontoon boat rides! \n\nAll ages welcome\nParents must accompany any children under the age of 15 (Life vests are required)\nAdults with Ds can be drop off\nFamilies are welcome but limited space\nPlease ensure your child is comfortable with an almost 2 hour sitting boat ride.\nJune 25 and July 16\n4:00 – 6:00 pm URL:https://friendshipcircleva.org/calendar/virginia-down-syndrome-association-event-pontoon-boat-ride-2/ LOCATION:Virginia ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://friendshipcircleva.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/poster_board_Pontoon_Boat_rides2-e1717521461537.png ORGANIZER;CN="Virginia Down Syndrome Association":MAILTO:info@virginiadsa.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR