Family Updates for Ages 13-17

Don’t forget to check out the DSL Calendar for info on all upcoming fun!

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DSL Education Series Returns

Wednesday, Sept 17th from 6-7 at DSL

Even if you can’t make it in person, and will join via Zoom, please RSVP below

Questions Email John D

RSVP Here

Barn Movie Nights!

Wednesday, September 17th at 7p

Showing “Moana”

Any member 17 and under must be
accompanied by a parent/guardian

8805 Cedar Creek Rd Louisville, KY 40291

Questions? Email John Davies

RSVP Here

Join our Monthly Virtual Cooking Class

September 21st from 5:30 - 7p

Grab your aprons and virtually join DSL’s Jon Beams in your kitchen to cook along together. September’s dish is Butternut Squash Soup!

Questions? Email Jon Beams

Join the Zoom

Lou Racing DSL Soccer Clinic

Thursday, September 25th from 5-7p

Take the field with Racing Louisville for the DSL 2025 Rock Your Socks Clinic!

-Bring water
-Wear something ready for soccer games out on Racing’s practice field
-Pizza and snacks to be provided for a social hang from 630-7

Questions? Email John D

RSVP Here

Teen Club Returns

Thursdays from 4-5 at DSL

Click here to learn more about Teen Club

September 18th through November 6th

Questions? Email DSL Teen & Adult Transition Manager Ashley Corley

RSVP Here

Start your team today!

One step closer to a brighter DSL future!

We hope you can join us on Saturday, October 4th!

Questions? Email the DSL Development Team!

Start Your Team Here

DSL & Falls City Beer Release Benefit

In Celebration of Down Syndrome Awareness Month

The event is open to all ages and the public, so we encourage you to invite family and friends to join!

Questions? Email John D

RSVP on Facebook

A Boo-tiful day for the whole family!

Sunday, October 19th from 2:30 - 6p

Join DSL for the annual Boo at the Zoo Bash!

A big thank you to our sponsor All In Inc for their help in making this special day happen!

BOO TICKETS MUST BE PURCHASED, EVEN IF YOU OWN ZOO PASSES.

Questions? Email John D

Purchase Tickets

DSL goes to Indy!

Colts vs Texans

Join team DSL as we cheer on the Colts vs the Houston Texans!
DSL families are responsible for their own transportation.

Questions? Email John D

A New Holiday Tradition!

Thursday, December 11th

Join us for a night of fun at the Jeffersonian!

Questions? Email John D

Learn More

Get Involved:

Get the DSL App Today!

We are so excited to launch our new app for our families, friends & supporters.

Downloading the App:

Click here for App Support

Join NDSS on Capitol Hill for World Down Syndrome Day!

Calling all advocates!

The National Down Syndrome Society is headed back to Capitol Hill on World Down Syndrome Day, March 21, 2024, for our Down Syndrome Advocacy Conference!

If you are interested and need financial assistance to attend, please reach out to [email protected].

Click Here to Learn More!

Join the Mary Carter Legacy Society

Our founder, Mary Carter, left a legacy of potential for people with Down Syndrome.

The Mary Carter Legacy Society is a group of devoted supporters who are investing in the future of individuals with Down Syndrome by including DSL in their estate plans.

Learn more about how you can leave a legacy of compassion by clicking the button below:

Join the Mary Carter Legacy Society

Teen Age News & Stories

DSL Education Series: Puberty


June 25, 2025

Welcome Ashley C


October 2, 2024

WDSD Spotlight – Meet Sammy


March 6, 2022

DS Awareness Month Spotlight – Meet Aiste!


October 26, 2021

DS Awareness Month Spotlight – Meet Cole!


October 23, 2021

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