BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Manasota BUDS - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Manasota BUDS X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Manasota BUDS REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231111T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230812T212609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230812T212612Z UID:2056-1699707600-1699718400@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Cool & Teen BUDS Get Together DESCRIPTION:BUDS teens and up will get together to help us perfect our “Thank You” cards for our 2023 Buddy Walk sponsors\, volunteers\, and supporters. We’ll also be playing games and watching a movie during the gathering. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/cool-teen-buds-get-together/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231108T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T200336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T200338Z UID:1579-1699470000-1699480800@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 11/08/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-11-08-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231028T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230116T220403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T205734Z UID:1524-1698487200-1698501600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:2023 Buddy Walk - 10.28.23 DESCRIPTION:Register to Walk\n\n\n\nJoin us for the area’s largest Down syndrome awareness and celebration event! We are thrilled to announce a new location for this year’s Buddy Walk: Bayside Community Church’s Lakewood Ranch Campus\, on SR-64. This location\, which annually hosts Night To Shine\, is our best yet\, and it equips us to execute an incredible day for our BUDS. We are looking forward to this year’s Buddy Walk being our best EVER! Enrollment\, team sign-up\, and fundraising will kick off July 1st\, so please start planning and be on the lookout for additional information in the near future. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/2023-buddy-walk-save-the-date/ LOCATION:Bayside Community Church\, 15800 FL-64\, Bradenton\, Florida\, 34212 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/BUDS-Buddy-Walk-Logo-with-Padding.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231026T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230812T211931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T155719Z UID:2054-1698339600-1698348600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Buddy Walk T-Shirt Pickup - TBD DESCRIPTION:TO BE DETERMINED. Manasota BUDS will be handing out T-shirts in advance of the Buddy Walk to those who have registered. There is a benefit to picking up your shirt in advance\, because if you wear it to the Buddy Walk on Saturday\, October 28th\, you can skip the registration line and just walk right in. MORE DETAILS TO COME. \n\n\n\nIf you need to register for the Buddy Walk\, please click HERE. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buddy-walk-t-shirt-pickup/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/BUDS-Icon-with-Padding.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231011T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T200133Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T200134Z UID:1577-1697050800-1697061600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 10/11/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-10-11-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T195923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T195925Z UID:1575-1694631600-1694642400@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 09/13/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-09-13-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T195617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T195618Z UID:1573-1691607600-1691618400@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 08/09/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-08-09-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230720T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230723T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T180751Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230316T183206Z UID:1554-1689840000-1690131600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:National Down Syndrome Congress Annual Convention DESCRIPTION:The National Down Syndrome Congress will be hosting their Annual Convention in our backyard: Orlando\, FL. This is an amazing opportunity for our families to network\, gather resources\, attend seminars\, build relationships\, and learn. We encourage all of our BUDS family to take advantage of this fantastic opportunity. Registration opens on World Down Syndrome Day (03/21/23). CLICK HERE to learn more about this wonderful event. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/national-down-syndrome-congress-annual-convention/ LOCATION:JW Marriott Grand Lakes\, 4040 Central Florida Parkway\, Orlando\, Florida\, 32837 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/NDSC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230712T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T195210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T195339Z UID:1571-1689188400-1689199200@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 07/12/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-07-12-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230621T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230610T172827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230611T135921Z UID:1923-1687341600-1687377600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Lilly Pulitzer Shop to Support BUDS - 06/21/23 DESCRIPTION:Lilly Pulitzer has generously selected Manasota BUDS for their upcoming “Shop for a Cause” event! The event takes place on Wednesday\, June 21st from 10AM to 8PM at UTC. 10% of all Lilly Pulitzer purchases from the UTC\, St. Armands\, or Siesta Key locations on June 21st will be donated to BUDS! Who doesn’t love Lilly Pulitzer prints?! Let’s support those who support us! URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/lilly-pulitzer-shop-to-support-buds/ LOCATION:Lilly Pulitzer\, UTC\, 140 University Town Center Dr\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34243 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Lilly-Pulitzer.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230619T193000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230610T180430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230610T180432Z UID:1932-1687197600-1687203000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:BUDS Volunteer Meeting - 06/19/23 DESCRIPTION:Manasota BUDS will be hosting a Volunteers Meeting at their Headquarters in Sarasota. We encourage ALL those interested in volunteering with BUDS to RSVP below and attend. We will be discussing all upcoming events\, with emphasis on our upcoming Field Day and Buddy Walk. There is strength in numbers\, and excellence in togetherness\, so let’s come out in full force and make BUDS both strong and excellent for our kids! Light refreshments will be served. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buds-volunteer-meeting-06-19-23/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Volunteers-Meeting.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230614T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T194949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T194950Z UID:1569-1686769200-1686780000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 06/14/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-06-14-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230420T023549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T230009Z UID:1895-1684494000-1684512000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Golf Tourney Benefitting BUDS - 05/19/23 DESCRIPTION:Gulf Coast MBA is hosting a Golf Tournament benefitting Manasota BUDS on Friday\, May 19th at The Meadows in Sarasota. The cost to play is $150 per person. Registration begins at 11AM and the Shotgun will commence at 12:30PM. \n\n\n\nEvent Sponsorship opportunities exist for those interested: Title Sponsor (including 4-some) at $1\,500 / Platinum Sponsor (including 2 golfers) at $600 / Gold Sponsor (including a display by a hole) at $300 / Hole Sponsorship (including signage) at $150 / Putting Challenge Sponsor at $250 + prize / Longest Drive & Closest to the pin Sponsors at $200/ea. + prize / Beverage Sponsor at $500 / Dinner Sponsor (2 slots available) at $500/ea. / Lunch Sponsor (2 slots available) at $250/ea. \n\n\n\nIf you are interested in playing or sponsoring this wonderful event\, please contact Mary Lou Bear at marylou.bear@southstatebank.com or (941) 320-9012. Event details can be found by visiting https://gulfcoastmba.org/. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/golf-tourney-benefitting-buds/ LOCATION:The Meadows Country Club\, 3101 Longmeadow\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34235\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Golf-Tourney-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230402T152237Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T023855Z UID:1854-1684000800-1684008000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Cool BUDS Karaoke Party - 05/13/23 DESCRIPTION:Manasota BUDS is excited to host a karaoke and dance party for our Cool BUDS\, which are ages 18+. The event will be hosted at our headquarters in Sarasota\, FL. Please consider bringing a snack or refreshment for the group. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/cool-buds-karaoke-dance-party/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/BUDS-Icon-with-Padding.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Manasota BUDS":MAILTO:info@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230510T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T194651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T194652Z UID:1567-1683745200-1683756000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 05/10/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-05-10-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230507T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230423T172439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230423T172441Z UID:1908-1683468000-1683475200@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Guardianship Lecture Series - 05/07/23 DESCRIPTION:Manasota BUDS will host a Guardianship and Special Needs Trust educational session on Sunday\, May 7th. This informative session will be hosted by local attorneys who specialize in these important topics. This is a learning-only session with no obligation to purchase or retain any services. This information is critically important for all ages\, but is especially pertinent for those nearing the age of 18. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/guardianship-lecture-series-05-07-23/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Guardiansihp.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230423T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T202356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T014411Z UID:1583-1682247600-1682262000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Family Portrait Day - 04/23/23 DESCRIPTION:Manasota BUDS will be offering free family studio portraits out of our Headquarters in Sarasota\, FL. We will be providing spaces in 10-minute intervals. Each time block will allow opportunities for your family to get a family shot and/or a headshot of your BUD and their siblings. Photos will be taken by a professional photographer\, edited\, and then sent to you in high-resolution digital files. All participants will receive the rights to their photos at no charge. Timeslots will be allocated by BUDS at a later date and well in-advance of the event so that you can plan your schedule accordingly. Please RSVP as soon as possible so that we have a good estimation of demand for this service. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/family-portrait-day-04-23-23/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Picture-Day-A.png ORGANIZER;CN="Andrew Riffee":MAILTO:ariffee@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230416T173000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230408T165930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230408T170303Z UID:1858-1681657200-1681666200@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Teen BUDS Movie Day - 04/16/23 DESCRIPTION:Manasota BUDS will host a movie day at its headquarters on Sunday\, April 16th. This event is for our Teen BUDS. We will likely be featuring Sing or Sing 2. Popcorn and refreshments will be provided. Please feel free to bring other snacks for the group. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/teen-buds-movie-night/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Movies-small.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Manasota BUDS":MAILTO:info@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230412T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T194312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T194313Z UID:1565-1681326000-1681336800@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 04/12/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-04-12-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230321T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T181909Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T192949Z UID:1557-1679400000-1679400000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:World Down Syndrome Day DESCRIPTION:Today is World Down Syndrome Day. This day is celebrated on the 21st day of the 3rd calendar month to represent the 3rd 21st chromosome that is common within every person with Down syndrome. Use this day to wear your crazy socks\, celebrate the Down syndrome community\, and take a moment to educate someone about Down syndrome. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/world-down-syndrome-day/ LOCATION:Florida ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/WDSD.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230319T140000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230116T220204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T220951Z UID:1522-1679223600-1679234400@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:BUDS Family Picnic - 03/19/23 DESCRIPTION:In celebration of World Down syndrome Day\, Manasota BUDS is excited to host a family picnic at Summerfield Community Park in Lakewood Ranch. Food and beverages will be provided for participating families. Please be sure to RSVP so that we can keep an accurate tab on headcount. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buds-family-picnic-03-19-23/ LOCATION:Summerfield Community Park\, 6402 Lakewood Ranch Blvd\, Lakewood Ranch\, Florida\, 34202 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Family-Picnic.png ORGANIZER;CN="Manasota BUDS":MAILTO:info@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230308T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230309T120000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T194104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T194106Z UID:1563-1678302000-1678363200@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 03/08/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-03-08-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230208T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20230122T193750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230122T193803Z UID:1560-1675882800-1675893600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 02/08/23 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-02-08-23/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Kevin Underwood%2C BUDS DADS Facilitator":MAILTO:dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221215T165500 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20220810T154058Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T154059Z UID:1265-1671120900-1671123300@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:BUDS Dance Class - 12/15/22 DESCRIPTION:Open to kids with Down syndrome\, ages 5-17. Manasota BUDS pays for class fees for any attendee with Down syndrome so long as they are not receiving BUDS-sponsored dance classes elsewhere. Extras such as shirts\, costumes\, recitals and photos are not covered by Manasota BUDS.Classes are available every Thursday at Stage Door Studios in Sarasota. Classes run 4:15 to 4:55PM. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buds-dance-class-12-15-22/ LOCATION:Stage Door Studios\, 4001 Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34233 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Dance-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221214T220000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20220802T184003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T154240Z UID:1169-1671044400-1671055200@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:DADS Night Out - 12/14/22 DESCRIPTION:The Manasota BUDS chapter of Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (DADS) meets monthly over a meal\, cold drinks\, and good conversations. This is a wonderful opportunity to network\, share your story\, and support one another. Meetings typically take place on the 2nd or 3rd Wednesday of each month. RSVP below and/or sign-up to receive DADS updates by emailing dadsnightout@manasotabuds.org. *Manasota BUDS will purchase food and soft drinks for those who RSVP. Alcoholic beverages must be purchased separately by the consumer. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/dads-night-out-december-2022/ LOCATION:Gecko’s Grill & Pub\, 351 N. Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34232 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/DADS-with-Padding-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221208T165500 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20220810T153952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T153952Z UID:1263-1670516100-1670518500@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:BUDS Dance Class - 12/08/22 DESCRIPTION:Open to kids with Down syndrome\, ages 5-17. Manasota BUDS pays for class fees for any attendee with Down syndrome so long as they are not receiving BUDS-sponsored dance classes elsewhere. Extras such as shirts\, costumes\, recitals and photos are not covered by Manasota BUDS.Classes are available every Thursday at Stage Door Studios in Sarasota. Classes run 4:15 to 4:55PM. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buds-dance-class-12-08-22/ LOCATION:Stage Door Studios\, 4001 Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34233 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Dance-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221207T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20221201T164010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221201T171630Z UID:1504-1670407200-1670410800@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Music Therapy Class - 12/07/22 DESCRIPTION:Manasota BUDS is pleased to announce a Music Therapy opportunity for our BUDS ages 5 and under. Studies show that music therapy helps increase communication skills\, improve academics\, enhance social skills\, and improve fine-motor\, memory and behavior. Please RSVP below to take advantage of this amazing opportunity! URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/music-therapy-class/ LOCATION:Manasota BUDS HQ\, 7267 Bee Ridge Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34241\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Music-Therapy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221203T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081818 CREATED:20220810T165121Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T165122Z UID:1292-1670074200-1670079600@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Buddy Up Tennis - 12/03/22 DESCRIPTION:Buddy Up Tennis is an ongoing high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down syndrome (ages 8+). Their 90-minute weekly clinics enable participating athletes to flourish\, succeed\, and reach their fullest potential in a unique environment that combines tennis\, fitness\, and social activities. \n\n\n\nManasota BUDS has negotiated a heavily discounted rate for its families\, which is just $35 per session throughout the 10-week program. Programs run Saturday afternoons from September 17th through December 3rd. Please review the below flyer for additional details. \n\n\n\nNote: all participants are required to complete the Athlete Application\, which can be accessed HERE. Should you have any questions regarding the program\, please connect with David from Buddy Up Tennis at SarasotaTennis@buforlife.org\, or connect with Manasota BUDS at info@manasotabuds.org. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buddy-up-tennis-12-03-22/ LOCATION:Lakewood National Golf Club\, 17605 Lakewood National Pkwy\, Bradenton\, Florida\, 34211 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/image-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T161500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T165500 DTSTAMP:20260407T081819 CREATED:20220810T153847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T153848Z UID:1261-1669911300-1669913700@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:BUDS Dance Class - 12/01/22 DESCRIPTION:Open to kids with Down syndrome\, ages 5-17. Manasota BUDS pays for class fees for any attendee with Down syndrome so long as they are not receiving BUDS-sponsored dance classes elsewhere. Extras such as shirts\, costumes\, recitals and photos are not covered by Manasota BUDS.Classes are available every Thursday at Stage Door Studios in Sarasota. Classes run 4:15 to 4:55PM. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buds-dance-class-12-01-22/ LOCATION:Stage Door Studios\, 4001 Cattlemen Rd\, Sarasota\, Florida\, 34233 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/Dance-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221119T150000 DTSTAMP:20260407T081819 CREATED:20220810T165021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T165021Z UID:1290-1668864600-1668870000@www.manasotabuds.org SUMMARY:Buddy Up Tennis - 11/19/22 DESCRIPTION:Buddy Up Tennis is an ongoing high-energy adaptive tennis and fitness program for children and adults with Down syndrome (ages 8+). Their 90-minute weekly clinics enable participating athletes to flourish\, succeed\, and reach their fullest potential in a unique environment that combines tennis\, fitness\, and social activities. \n\n\n\nManasota BUDS has negotiated a heavily discounted rate for its families\, which is just $35 per session throughout the 10-week program. Programs run Saturday afternoons from September 17th through December 3rd. Please review the below flyer for additional details. \n\n\n\nNote: all participants are required to complete the Athlete Application\, which can be accessed HERE. Should you have any questions regarding the program\, please connect with David from Buddy Up Tennis at SarasotaTennis@buforlife.org\, or connect with Manasota BUDS at info@manasotabuds.org. URL:https://www.manasotabuds.org/event/buddy-up-tennis-11-19-22/ LOCATION:Lakewood National Golf Club\, 17605 Lakewood National Pkwy\, Bradenton\, Florida\, 34211 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.manasotabuds.org/wp-content/uploads/image-1.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR