Down Syndrome Network

Winter Wonderland Holiday Party
2025-12-13 10:00 - 12:30 UTC | The Ashley Castle, 1300 S Price Rd, Chandler, AZ, 85286
Brunch Menu (catered by Mobile Creations)
Corn Tortilla Chips & Red Salsa (GF, V)
Winter Herbs & Queso Egg Strada, Roasted Butternut Squash & Salsa Verde (GF, Veg)
Southwestern Stewed Beans, Roasted Onions, Mesquite Smoked Pork, Salsa Verde (GF)
Charred Hatch Poblano Chile & Scallion Potato Hash (GF, V)
Chef Assorted Sweet Breads (GF Cookies available upon request)
Coffee, Hot Chocolate & Tea Service
Music Line-Up
Dickens Carolers (Castle Entrance)
Dance with DJ Adam (Outdoor Stage)
Hip Hop Homies with Extra Chromies @ 11:00 (Outdoor Stage)
Holiday Sing-A-Long @ 11:20 (Outdoor Stage)
Activities (10:00 am to 12:30 pm)
Meet Santa, receive a gift, & Take a Photo (one per family)
Holiday Crafts (Terrace)
Write and Mail a Letter to Santa (Terrace)
Make a Wish @ the Wishing Tree (Terrace)
Meet Characters & Face Painting (Gazebo)
Play in the KinectAbility Athletics area (Lawn)
Have fun with Bubbles (Lawn)
Take a Selfie @ Winter Backdrop (Terrace)
Shop & Market Place
Youth and adults with Ds are invited to shop in the Self Advocate Store for a gift for a loved one. Visit the DSN table for a ticket.
Please check out all the cool local vendors located outside, near the fountain, to find unique holiday gifts this season.
Visit Info Tables and Enter Raffle to win gift baskets provided by our amazing sponsors!
REGISTER FOR HOLIDAY PARTY
SIGN UP FOR THE SELF ADVOCATE SHOP
If you are interested in being a vendor at our Holiday Market, please fill out the application below.
MARKETPLACE APPLICATION
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING?
If you have never been to the Winter Wonderland Holiday Brunch, please see this gorgeous video from 2022.

Down to Earth Gardening
2025-12-14 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-04 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-11 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-01-18 09:00 - 11:00 UTC | Spaces of Opportunity, 1200 W Vineyard, Phoenix, AZ, 85041, United States
Is one of your goals for 2026 to get your family outdoors and off screens?
Come dig in with us.
Thanks to the support of Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation and Spaces of Opportunity, DSNetwork’s Down to Earth Garden is a healing and therapeutic program where individuals and families come together to connect with one another, with the Earth, and with a sense of calm.
In the garden, we learn how plants grow and nourish us, experience the rhythms of the seasons and harvest, and place our hands in the soil. This outdoor space invites us to slow down, enjoy fresh air and sunshine, build community, and experience a deep sense of peace and belonging.
All are welcome!
Every Sunday starting back on Jan 4 from 10 am to 12 noon. *Beginning 3/8, start time will move to 9AM.
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UPLifted Voices
2025-12-16 16:00 - 16:50, 2025-12-30 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-01-06 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-01-13 16:00 - 16:50, 2026-01-20 16:00 - 16:50 (America/Phoenix) | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Join us for UPLifted Voices!
A singing group designed especially for teens and tweens—come sing, laugh, and learn healthy vocal habits in a fun ensemble! Expect to explore a variety of popular music genres while practicing vocal techniques like proper breathing, clear enunciation, and pitch matching. No experience required—just bring your enthusiasm and your voice!
Facilitated by Board‑Certified Music Therapists from Higher Octave Healing, UPLifted Voices (and its sister program UPBeat) not only nurtures musical skills but also supports social, communication, and cognitive development through joyful group music-making.
Details at a Glance:
Date: Tuesdays, from Sept. 2, 2025 – May 26, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 4:50 PM
Location: DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ
Register for UPLifted Voices

UPBeat Percussion Ensemble
2025-12-16 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-01-06 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-01-13 17:00 - 17:45, 2026-01-20 17:00 - 17:45 (America/Phoenix) | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Join us for UPBeat Percussion!
A lively percussion group crafted especially for teens and tweens—come play hand drums and rhythm instruments, make music with friends, and have a blast learning together! No experience needed—just bring your energy and curiosity.
Facilitated by Board‑Certified Music Therapists from Higher Octave Healing, UPBeat (and its companion UPLifted Voices) nurtures musical, social, communication, and cognitive growth through joyful group music-making.
Details at a Glance:
Date: Tuesdays, from September  2,  2025 – May  26,  2026
Time: 5:00 – 5:45 PM
Location: DSNetwork Enrichment Center

Register for UPBeat

Moms' Night Out Sound Bath
2025-12-20 18:00 - 20:00 UTC | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Relax and unwind with our community of fellow caregivers and moms during the busy holidays on December 20th from 6 – 8 PM. Complete with a soothing sound bath and a $10 white elephant gift exchange. Please bring a $10 gift for the exchange! This event is free, but donations are encouraged to support future events!
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Down To Box in Tempe- Winter Session
2026-01-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:00 UTC | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Ever wanted to put on the gloves and get in the ring?
Down to Box fitness classes are sixty minutes of high energy, engaging and targeted boxing training specifically catered towards individuals needs and abilities. The class involves a warm-up, conditioning, group work, movement practice and cool down to provide a fun and thorough class.
Geared towards ages 13+ (younger participants considered on a case by case basis, please email kaili@dsnetworkaz.org).
This is a 6 week class, Tuesdays at DSNetwork Enrichment Center in Tempe.
$21 per class or $85 for all 6 classes (scholarships available)
REGISTER NOW

Down To Box in Gilbert- Winter Session
2026-01-08 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-15 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-01-22 17:30 - 18:30 UTC | DSNetwork Enrichment Center, 1445 E Guadalupe Rd Suite 103, Tempe, AZ, 85283-3953, United States
Ever wanted to put on the gloves and get in the ring?
Down to Box fitness classes are sixty minutes of high energy, engaging and targeted boxing training specifically catered towards individuals needs and abilities. The class involves a warm-up, conditioning, group work, movement practice and cool down to provide a fun and thorough class.
Geared towards ages 13+ (younger participants considered on a case by case basis, please email kaili@dsnetworkaz.org).
This is a 6 week class, Thursdays at Banner Neuro Wellness in Downtown Gilbert.
$21 per class or $85 for all 6 classes (scholarships available)
REGISTER NOW

Adaptive Recreation Bingo
2026-01-09 18:30 - 20:30 UTC | Pyle Adult Recreation Center, 655 E. Southern Ave, Tempe, AZ, United States
Get ready for an evening of exciting bingo games, awesome prizes, and delicious treats you won’t want to miss! Whether you’re a bingo pro or just in it for fun, there’s something for everyone. Come out, have fun, and maybe even shout “Bingo!” for a prize!
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Salsa Dance Class, Jan-Feb Session
2026-01-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-17 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-01-24 14:00 - 15:00 UTC | Be Kind Community Education Center, 731 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85007, United States
Salsa/Partnering Dance Class With The Be Kind Crew®
DSNetwork is partnering with The Be Kind Project, a nonprofit that inspires humanity and kindness through education and youth programs. Known nationally for their school programs and performances, The Be Kind Crew® will lead an 8-week salsa / partnering dance series
Program Schedule:
– When: Saturdays, Jan 10 – Feb 28, 2–3PM
– Where: Be Kind Education Center, 731 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007
– Who: Tweens through young adults with Down syndrome
– Cost: $45 for 8 weeks *scholarships available
– Spots: Limited to 20 participants
Come move, groove, and be part of something uplifting.
Register Today

Hip Hop Dance Class, Jan-Feb Session
2026-01-10 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-17 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-01-24 15:00 - 16:00 UTC | Be Kind Community Education Center, 731 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85007, United States
Hip Hop Dance Class With The Be Kind Crew®
DSNetwork is partnering with The Be Kind Project, a nonprofit that inspires humanity and kindness through education and youth programs. Known nationally for their school programs and performances, The Be Kind Crew® will lead an 8-week hip hop dance series
Program Schedule:
– When: Saturdays, Jan 10 – Feb 28, 3–4 PM
– Where: Be Kind Education Center, 731 Grand Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85007
– Who: Tweens through young adults with Down syndrome
– Cost: $45 for 8 weeks *scholarships available
– Spots: Limited to 20 participants
Come move, groove, and be part of something uplifting.
Register Today

D.A.D.S. Group
2026-01-20 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Phoenix) | Old Spaghetti Factory, 1418 N Central Ave, Phoenix, 85004
6 – 8 pm
D.A.D.S. (Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome) provides a time and place for dads and other male caregivers of a loved one with Down syndrome to come together and support each other. The group has meetings each month to discuss aspects of Down syndrome, listen to speakers and talk about our kids.
Location: Old Spaghetti Factory in downtown Phoenix 1418 N. Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
*DADS are responsible for their own dinner
RSVP FOR DADS APPRECIATING DOWN SYNDROME

Buddy Up Tennis
2026-01-24 12:00 - 13:30 UTC
DSNetwork has partnered with Buddy Up for Life to offer a 90-minute tennis and fitness program designed for children and adults with Down syndrome – consisting of 60 minutes of professional tennis instruction and 30 minutes of fitness conditioning, for athletes ages 10 and over. This adaptive program enables athletes to flourish, succeed and reach their fullest potential by providing a unique environment that combines fitness and social activities. Each of the athletes is partnered with a volunteer Buddy to maximize their experience.
Session Dates: Jan 24, Jan 31, Feb 21, Feb 28, Mar 7, and Mar 14
Clinic Date/Time: Saturdays, 12:00 – 1:30pm
Location: Indian School Park & Tennis Center, 4289 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251
6 Week Clinic Fee: $115 total*
*All Athletes receive a team shirt and racquet. (Returning Athletes, please bring your shirt and racquet). Scholarships Available.
ATHLETE REGISTRATION
We are looking for Volunteer Buddies.
BE A BUDDY
