Buddy Up FITNESS - 12.02.25
2025-12-02 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237
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 entirety of the season. Manasota BUDS covers the rest of the fees. Sessions take place at the Sarasota City YMCA.

Buddy Up Tennis - 12/06/25
2025-12-06 12:30 - 14:00 | The Meadows Country Club, 3101 Longmeadow, Sarasota, Florida, 34235, United States
Buddy Up Tennis is a 90-minute tennis and fitness program specifically created for individuals with Down syndrome. Buddy volunteers are partnered with Athletes to provide support, reinforce instruction, and develop friendships.

There are nine (9) slots available on a first-come-first-serve basis. No tennis experience is required. Team t-shirt provided. Space is limited and registration is required. To start the registration process, please email: sarasotatennis@buforlife.org.

Manasota BUDS supplements some of the costs of Buddy Up Tennis for its athletes. Parents are responsible for a one-time cost of $40 for the multi-month program.

Buddy Up FITNESS - 12.09.25
2025-12-09 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

12/14/2025 - Cool BUDS Outdoor Adventure Holiday Wonderland
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | Adventure for All, 1361 Boulevard of the Arts, Suite 102, Sarasota, Florida, 34236, United States
Meet at Adventure For All’s downtown Sarasota office at 1361 Blvd of the Arts, Sarasota 34236 for an Outdoor Adventure Holiday Wonderland themed party with plenty of time and space for dancing and celebration.

Parents or drivers are not expected to stay so please only RSVP for 1 Cool BUD.

This event has been made possible by a generous grant from Neal Communities.

Buddy Up FITNESS - 12.16.25
2025-12-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

Buddy Up FITNESS - 12.23.25
2025-12-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

Buddy Up FITNESS - 12.30.25
2025-12-30 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

Buddy Up FITNESS - 01.06.26
2026-01-06 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

Buddy Up FITNESS - 01.13.26
2026-01-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

JENI'S Ice Cream Event
2026-01-15 15:00 - 18:00 | JENI’s Ice Cream, 190 N. Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, Florida, United States
Come enjoy scoops of your favorite flavors. 25% of all purchases will be donated to Manasota BUDS.

Buddy Up FITNESS - 01.20.26
2026-01-20 18:00 - 19:30 | Sarasota City YMCA, 1075 S. Euclid Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237

Celebrating World Down Syndrome Day
2026-03-22 11:00 - 14:00 | Florida
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

Bowlero - Bowling & Pizza
2026-04-19 12:00 - 14:00 | Bowlero – Bradenton, 4208 Cortez Rd, Bradenton, Florida, 34210, United States
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.

Pottery & Art Event
2026-05-17 13:00 - 15:00 | The Makery SRQ, 821 Apricot Ave, Sarasota, Florida, 34237, United States
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)

Painting Class
2026-05-23 16:00 - 17:30 | Children’s Art Classes – Lakewood Ranch, 4028 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota, Florida, 34233, United States
This painting class is open to BUDS ages 6 through 18. We are limited to 10 seats for artists with Down syndrome.

JumpJump Multiverse Event
2026-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 | JumpJump Multiverse, 999 Cattleman Rd, Sarasota, Florida, 34232, United States
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 with any event-related questions.

Pottery & Art Class
2026-06-14 13:00 - 15:00 | 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.

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.

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.

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
