Cool BUDS (18+) Fall ’24 Events
Check out what’s coming up this fall! Rsvp below!
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Buddy Up Fitness 2nd Session Coming Soon!
Registration for the 2nd session of Buddy Up Fitness starts at 9 AM on Tuesday October 29th. Space is limited to 10 athletes, so act fast! Please note that if you registered for the 1st session, you are not guaranteed a spot for the 2nd. The dates for the 2nd session are: All classes start…
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BUDS’ 21st Annual Buddy Walk
On Saturday, October 28th more than 500 people came out to Manasota BUDS’ 21st Annual Buddy Walk. Hosted at Bayside Community church, the event was a huge success! Buddy Walk attendees enjoyed Buddy Dogs from Monarch Deli, played carnival games, participated in a 50/50 Raffle, a Silent Auction, enjoyed some amazing Snow Cones, and interacted…
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BUDS Featured in the Observer
Manasota BUDS was recently featured in the Sarasota Observer publication. Lesley Dwyer wrote about the programs and services offered by BUDS and promoted Manasota Bringing Up Down Syndrome’s 21st Buddy Walk. Andrew Riffee, a parent of a Manasota BUD, shared his family’s story and the impact BUDS has made on their family. Click HERE to…
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BUDS Featured On TV
Manasota BUDS was recently featured on SNN’s Helping Hands segment! Mary Lou Bear and Brooke Olivieri talked to viewers about BUDS’ upcoming 21st Buddy Walk. In addition, Carl Reynolds of Carl Reynolds Law presented BUDS with a $1,000 donation that will go towards future BUDS programs, events, and offered services. View the video HERE.
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BUDS Make Waves at Special Olympics Area Games
Manasota BUDS is thrilled to celebrate Rachel for her recent swimming domination at the Special Olympics Area meet. Rachel participated in the 25-meter freestyle, backstroke, and relay events earning three (3) FIRST PLACE ribbons! Following her impressive performances at the Area Games, Rachel is now preparing for the Special Olympics Regionals meet at the Selby…
