Down Syndrome Network

West Valley Family Meet Up
2023-09-23 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Friendship Park, 12325 W McDowell Rd, Avondale, AZ, 85323
Our first DSConnex West Valley Family Meet Up! Giving families of the West Valley an opportunity to connect with each other and make new friends!
Bring swimsuits and towels for the Splashpad, you’re also welcome to bring snacks or a picnic lunch for under the pavilion.
Register Here

DSConnex West Valley Meet-Up
2023-11-18 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Georgia T Lord Library, 1900 N. Civic Square, Goodyear, 85395
Join other West Valley Meet-Up for Storytime around the campfire! We’ll meet at the Georgia T Lord Library in Goodyear – space is limited so sign up early!
Bring your camp chairs and blankets, we’ll sit around the “campfire” and enjoy stories and make some camp goodies.
RSVP Here

West Valley Family Meet-Up
2024-02-24 11:00 - 13:00 UTC | Goodyear Recreation Center, 420 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, AZ, 85338, United States
DSConnex West Valley Family Meetup

We’ll meet at the Goodyear Recreation Center from 11 am -1 pm on Saturday Feb 24 for some fitness, fun, and food!

The first hour will include 8-10 fitness/movement activities for families in the Goodyear Rec Center’s indoor/outdoor space.
Then the second hour, lunch will be served, courtesy of Luke and the Adapted Recreation Department for an hour of picnicking and mingling.

Bring a picnic blanket.

(The area we are using has indoor/outdoor space which is all fenced in and secure for families.)

Register Here (Required)
Free

West Valley Family Meet Up
2024-07-06 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Friendship Park, 12325 W McDowell Rd, Avondale, AZ, 85323
DSConnex West Valley Family Summer Meet Up! Giving families of the West Valley an opportunity to connect with each other and make new friends!
Bring swimsuits and towels for the Splashpad, you’re also welcome to bring snacks or a picnic lunch for under the pavilion. We’ll be at Ramada 2!
Register Here

DSConnex West Valley Fall Festival
2024-10-19 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Phoenix) | Goodyear Recreation Center, 420 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, AZ, 85338, United States
Join us on October 19 for a fun-filled morning at our DSConnex West Valley Fall Festival! We’ll have outdoor games, a costume contest, Bingo for Books, a movie matinee, and a chance to learn the Thriller dance. This is a family-friendly event, and everyone is welcome!
So put on your best costume and get ready to strut your stuff (creativity is encouraged)! Register today!
Limited space.
Register for Fall Fest

DSConnex West Valley Spash Pad
2025-06-28 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Phoenix) | Friendship Park, 12325 W McDowell Rd, Avondale, AZ, 85323
Splish Splash Bash!
Are you ready for some splish, splash fun? Join us for the DSConnex West Valley Family Summer Meet Up! Giving families of the West Valley an opportunity to connect with each other and make new friends!
Bring swimsuits and towels for the Splashpad, you’re also welcome to bring snacks or a picnic lunch for under the pavilion. We’ll be at Ramada 2!
All ages welcome.
Register Here

DSConnex West Valley Fall Festival
2025-10-12 10:00 - 12:00 UTC | Goodyear Recreation Center, 420 Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, AZ, 85338, United States
DSConnex West Valley Fall Festival
Date: Sunday, October 12
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Goodyear Indoor Rec Campus
Register Here

Phoenix Suns Game
2025-10-14 19:00 - 22:00 UTC | Footprint Center, 201 East Jefferson Street, Phoenix, 85004
Cheer on the Phoenix Suns as they take on the Lakers in the preseason on Tuesday, October 14 at 7 PM – all while supporting Down Syndrome Awareness & Acceptance Night!🏀
Discounted tickets are available now until October 10. Bring your family, friends, and anyone who wants to join in the fun and show their support. Special experiences for our guests including; early entry into the arena to watch player warmups up close, access to a sensory room set aside for our group, and pre-game and halftime performances by the amazing The Hip Hop Homies with Extra Chromies! Don’t miss this unforgettable night of basketball, community, and belonging!
Buy Your Tickets Here

Wizard of Oz Youth Edition Theater Works in Peoria
2026-05-01 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Phoenix) | Theater Works, 10580 N 83rd Dr, Peoria, 85345
Follow the yellow brick road in this delightful adaptation of the classic musical, The Wizard of Oz: Youth Edition! This magical journey through Oz features all your favorite characters—Dorothy, the Scarecrow, the Tin Man, the Cowardly Lion—and beloved songs like “Over the Rainbow” and “We’re Off to See the Wizard.” Presented as part of our YouthWorks program, this production showcases the incredible talent of young artists aged 18 and under. Join us as these rising stars bring heart, courage, and imagination to one of the most treasured tales of all time.
No charge for individuals with Down syndrome; cost is $5 for accompanying adult/child.
SOLD OUT
