Family Updates for Ages 13-17

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Teen Club Barn Movie Night

Wednesday, July 30th at 7p

We’ll begin “Inside Out 2” promptly at 7p so please arrive a few minutes beforehand.

The address of the Barn Theatre is: 8805 Cedar Creek Rd Louisville, KY 40291
Please keep in mind we will only be serving popcorn, soft pretzels, and water, a true dinner will not be provided.
The movie is 96 minutes, so for anyone not staying for the film, please be back for pickup by 8:30.

Questions? Email Ashley Corley 

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Join our Monthly Virtual Cooking Class

August 17th 5:30-6:30

Join Jon B for virtual fun in the kitchen!

Recipe TBD

Questions? Email Jon Beams

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DSL takes the stage August 24th

Join us at New Albany HS

Thursday rehearsals from 5 – 6p at DSL

Questions? Email John D

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Presented by Dr Jenny Kimes

Join us Wed, Aug 27th from 6-7:30p

Join DSL’s Dr Jenny Kimes for a conversation on best food practices for our members!

We’d love for you to join us in person, but the session will also be available via Zoom.

Questions? Email John Davies

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DSL Day at the Ballpark!

Sunday, September 7th at 1:05p

A big thank you to Humana for providing free tickets to DSL members and their immediate families!

Questions? Email John D

Ticket RSVP

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!

DSL is covering the cost for DSL members to attend, as well as siblings and friends 12 and under, but all other family, guardians, and friends may join the party for $10 per ticket.

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

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Get the DSL App Today!

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

Downloading the App:

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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

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