Read to stay in the loop on all the upcoming fun! Be sure to check out the DSL Calendar for full event details and other events happening in the community.
DSL KY Bowling Night
Back to Kingpin Lanes April 22nd
Join John and Jon from 6:30 – 8:30 at Kingpin Lanes
Questions? Email John D
Matthew Goodin: Special Needs Trusts
Wednesday, April 23rd from 6-7 at DSL
Join DSL Board Member, Matthew Goodin, for an informational session covering special needs trusts, estate planning, guardianship, and more!
All DSL families are welcome to join us free of charge. We’d love for you to join us in person, but the session will also be available via Zoom.
Can’t make it, join us on Zoom through the link below!
Derby Black Tie Gala
Saturday, April 26th 6:30-8:30
For members 18+
Berrytown Rec Center – 1300 Heafer Road Louisville Ky
Questions? Email John D
DSL's Shrek the Musical
Rehearsals on Wednesdays this May/June
The RSVP below is to gauge member interest and to cast the show accordingly
Rehearsals will be held at DSL on Wednesdays in May from 5-6 with a dress rehearsal on June 4th before the performance, which is open to the public, on June 6th at New Albany High School
Questions? Email John D
Let's Grow Something Incredible
Sunday, May 18th from 9a-11
We’re growing something incredible!
Join us for monthly DSL Garden Club meetings at the KY DSL Campus.
Open to all DSL members, but attendees 17 and under require parental / guardian supervision
Questions? Email Jon Beams
Join our Monthly Virtual Cooking Class
Sunday, May 18th from 5:30-6:30
More details to come
Questions? Email Jon Beams
DSL Putt-Putt Fun!
Tuesday, May 20th from 6:30-8:30
This casual event is open to all DSL families—bring your crew and enjoy a game (or two!) together.
- DSL members play for free
- Family and friends are welcome, but will need to cover their own game fees
- No group assignments—just show up anytime during the 2-hour window and hit the course with your team!
John D and Jon B will be on-site during the event to say hey and cheer you on. Let’s make it a night full of laughter, friendly competition, and community connection!
A Day at the Ballpark!
Saturday, May 24th
Free tickets for DSL members and their immediate family
200 tickets available on a first come first serve basis
Questions? Email John D
DSL Member Registration
Monday, May 2nd
Member golf registration opens at 10:30a with golf beginning at 11.
Pool party begins at 1p
CLICK HERE for FAQs
Questions? Email John D or Karen S
DSL Night with Lou City!
Saturday, June 14th at 8p
We’ve been offered a special group ticket rate
Everyone in attendance, including DSL members, must purchase a ticket
Questions? Email John D
A Family Get-Together!
Save the date - June 21st
Join your DSL family for a day of fun at the Louisville campus!
This is the day to meet new DSL families and learn more about our growing staff. All families are welcome to stop by and enjoy a family-style pot-luck with burgers and hotdogs provided by DSL. Bring the whole family as the DSL playground will be open as well as indoor and outdoor activities for all ages.
Sides / Desserts / Misc. Pot-Luck Dishes are encouraged to be brought by DSL guests…more information on a working list to come
Boogie Down Crew Performance at 1p
Questions? Email John D
DSL Night at Derby Dinner
Friday, July 18th
Matilda the Musical tells the story of a brilliant little girl with big dreams, a sharp wit, and a touch of magic. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
Everyone in attendance, including DSL Members, requires a ticket
Questions? Email John D
A New Parent Mentor Program
Help us help new DSL families
Questions? Email DSL Family Engagement Coordinator Rachel Cummings
Boogie Down Crew
Practices & Performances
The BDC is back!
CLICK HERE to download the March/April Performance Calendar
Make sure to check the DSL calendar to ensure practice is on for the evening!
Questions? Email John D
Join us for Living & Learning
Monday nights from 5-6 at DSL!
Mondays at the DSL Main Campus
Questions? Email Ashley C
A real page turner!
Tuesdays from 5-6p at the Louisville Building
Questions? Email Ashley C
Always check the DSL Calendar for cancelations
Indiana Programing
Indiana Academy is Growing!
The Indiana Academy has expanded to Mondays and Thursdays from 10a-4p at the Cardinal Ritter Birthplace Foundation, as well as Book Club and Living & Learning on Wednesdays from 5-8p.
Questions? Email Jon B
Check the DSL Calendar for the new schedules
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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 JulieT@dsoflou.org.
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!