Events

Come enjoy scoops of your favorite flavors. 25% of all purchases will be donated to Manasota BUDS.

Buddy-Up Fitness is a a program that is capped at ten (10) registrations on a first-come-first serve basis. The sessions are on Tuesdays from November 4th to January 20th. To start the registration process, please email sarasotatennis@buforlife.org. Athlete participant must be at least 15 years old. There is a participation fee of $30 for the...

FREE ADMISSION World Down Syndrome Day Picnic Location: Summerfield Park in Lakewood Ranch (6402 Lakewood Ranch Blvd., Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202)Food: Catering provided by Alday's BarbecueWord Tracks: Fellowship, Family, Fun

This activity is for our Cool Buds age group (ages 18+). The event will be hosted at Bowlero and the group activity with pizza and fries included. We are limited to 15 bowlers with Down syndrome for this event.

This Pottery and art class will take place at The Makery in Sarasota and is limited to 10 participants with Down syndrome. Parents are welcome to relax in the courtyard during the class. This event is for Teen Buds (ages 13-18)

This painting class is open to BUDS ages 6 through 18. We are limited to 10 seats for artists with Down syndrome.

This event is for our Baby & Younger BUDS Group (Ages 0 to 9). The event will be hosted at JumpJump Multiverse Indoor Playground in Sarasota. JumpJump is a child-friendly space with slides, swings, ballpits, and tunnels. This is a great opportunity for our younger BUDS families to bond. Please contact Amanda Baar at abaar999@gmail.com...

This event is for our Cool Buds age group (18+). The event is limited to 12 participants with Down syndrome. Parents can relax in the courtyard during the class.

This will be a private 1pm showing of Toy Story 5. Tickets are limited and will include popcorn. This event is for ALL AGES. Due to limited seating we can only accommodate 1 guardian (18+) per child. 2 ticket maximum per family. Please arrive 10 minutes early so we can get everyone seated before the...

Join us for a Q&A with the Manasota BUDS Board on Thursday, July 9th, from 7:00–8:00 pm on Zoom! This is your chance to ask questions, share feedback, and connect directly with our board. Zoom link: JOIN HEREMeeting ID: 858 1276 8356Passcode: 550822 Mark your calendars and have your questions ready!

It's Give-Back Day at Jeni's Ice Creams! Manasota BUDS has partnered with Jeni's Ice Creams at University Town Center for a give-back day on July 16th! A portion of every purchase made that day from 4:00 - 7:00 pm will support our programs and scholarships. Our special BUDS Pairing is Double Dough and Milkiest Chocolate. Yum!...

Represent your favorite team and wear your favorite team apparel! Our Sports Dance brings the Manasota BUDS community together for a fun night of music and team spirit. Doors open...