Manasota BUDS

Pottery & Art Class
2026-06-14 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | The Makery SRQ, 821 Apricot Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237, United States
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.

Toy Story 5 Movie Day
2026-06-28 00:00 - 23:59 | Hollywood 20, 1993 Main St., Sarasota, FL, 34236, United States
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 movie.

Please note the location change to Hollywood 20 in Sarasota.

Q&A with the Manasota BUDS Board
2026-07-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Florida
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: [REDACTED]

Mark your calendars and have your questions ready!

Jeni's Ice Creams
2026-07-16 16:00 - 19:00 | JENI’s Ice Cream, 190 N. Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, Florida, United States
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!

So grab your crew, treat yourself to something delicious, and know that every scoop counts. Whether you’re a salted peanut butter cup loyalist or an adventurous flavor chaser, this is the most delicious way to support Manasota BUDS.

Manasota BUDS Community Dance - Sports Dance
2026-08-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church Auditorium, 833 Magellan Drive, Sarasota, Florida, 34243, United States
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 at 6:40 pm. Dance from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church Auditorium. (9th Street East, just South of 63rd Ave, E & Harllee Middle School)

Admission: $3 goes towards Special Olympics Florida

To make a donation or volunteer, please call: Pam Fazio 941- 228-1468, Sue Fitzgerald 941-713-3156

Teen BUDS Bowling — Bowlero Bradenton
2026-08-16 12:00 - 14:15 | Bowlero – Bradenton, 4208 Cortez Rd, Bradenton, Florida, 34210, United States
Join us for an afternoon at Bowlero Bradenton with your Teen BUDS (ages 13–18) from 12:00-2:15 pm.

Tickets include pizza, chicken tenders, and two games of bowling with friends! We are limited to 10 bowlers with Down syndrome for this event. Please note that bowling lanes are reserved for participants only. A dedicated family viewing and seating area is available at the back tables.

Board Games, Snacks, and Music - COOL BUDS
2026-08-23 15:00 - 17:00 | The Lyra, 2260 Ringling Blvd., Sarasota, Florida, 34237, United States
Cool BUDS (18+) will enjoy an afternoon of board games, snacks, music, and time with friends.

Location: The Lyra – 2260 Ringling Blvd, Sarasota, FL. This will be a drop-off event limited to 12.

Please enter through the front entrance/door of the complex, and we’ll be there to greet everyone!

Aikido Class – Young & Teen BUDS Groups
2026-09-12 15:00 - 16:15 | Sarasota Dojo, 279 Interstate Court, Sarasota, Florida, 34240, United States
Join us for a fun and engaging Japanese martial arts class designed for kids!

Participants can be on the mat independently, or one parent is welcome to participate alongside their child. This is for our Young & Teen BUDS groups (ages 6-18). We are limited to 10 participants with Down syndrome for this event.

This class focuses on movement, coordination, confidence, and learning in a supportive environment.

Cookie Cottage - All Age Groups
2026-09-19 14:00 - 15:15 | The Cookie Cottage, 335 Gillespie Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34236, United States
Join Manasota BUDS of all ages and decorate a cookie at the Cookie Cottage. Participants will enjoy decorating a cookie to take home!

Available for 18 participants with Down syndrome.

Fall Evening Fun — Cool BUDS (18+)
2026-10-17 17:00 - 19:30 | Mission ABLE, 8223 Verna Bethany Rd., Myakka City, Florida, 34251, United States
Join us for a fun-filled evening in partnership with SEED Collective & Mission ABLE. Participants will enjoy a campfire, pizza dinner, pumpkin decorating, a group hike, campfire music, and dancing.

This event is for our Cool BUDS (18+ Age Group) and open to 10 participants with Down syndrome.

Parents are welcome to stay and socialize with other parents (we will have extra dinner and chairs set up in the front yard for a parent section), or they may drop off their participant.

Location: 8223 Verna Bethany Rd, Myakka City, FL, 34251
