BEES
Parenting Program
Being a parent is the most important work we'll
ever do - and sometimes it does feel more like work
than like fun! Join us for these free sessions to
share challenges, ideas, and learn new strategies!
Programs are held the 4th Thursday of each month
(Jan - Oct) 6-7:30.
Sponsored by the PDSSN, CenterPoint, Parents Together,
Amos Cottage/CDSA and Charles A. Hines & Son.
"No
Limits II" Dance Club
This is a dance club for mentally and physically
challenged adults (18 years or older) sponsored
by the Sunrise Methodist Church in Lewisville. The
club offers adults the chance to socialize the same
way as their peers do at traditional gatherings.
The family life center is transformed to a dance
club complete with dynamic light show, DJ, and dance
floor from 7 to 9 PM once a month. Admission is
free. Refreshments are provided and door prizes
are given. There is plenty of seating for parents
who want come along. For more information call Melinda
Gentry at 924-6507. Dances are held the second Friday
of the month at Pinedale Christian Church, 3395
Peters Creek Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27127.
6/10,7/10, & 8/10 dances cancelled. Dances resume September 10,2010
Directions: 40 By-pass to Peters Creek Pkwy/Hwy
150 exit 192. Turn right and proceed south through
3 lights, go under Clemmonsville Rd bridge, get
in the left lane and proceed to the second church.
Turn left at crossover onto Ocala St that runs between
Grace Church and Pinedale Church. Turn right into
Pinedales parking lot, go to the left side of the
building, you can drop off at the double doors and
park in the lot across the street.
Saturday
Club
If
your child is between the ages of 11 years and 21
years and would like to increase their social opportunities
- consider The Saturday Club.
The Saturday Club is a social/recreational club
for teens run by Ann Haynes of the Parks and Recreation
Department. It is a great way to make friends. The
club has one activity a month that is typically
on the third Saturday. Activities include dances,
dinners, bowling, movies, swimming, crafts, miniature
golf, field trips to the zoo and local ball games.
Some events are free and there is a nominal cost
for others. If interested call Ann Haynes at 727-2505.
Special
Olympics Forsyth County
Provides year-round sports training and competition
in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children
and adults (ages eight and up) who have mental retardation.
SOFC offers a variety of sports including, aquatics,
bocce, softball, track and field, golf, basketball,
soccer, bowling, equestrian, and alpine skiing.
Some programs are unified events. 727-2505.
SIBSHOPS - (SibShop
Flyer - Click here for details!) Difference make life interesting
an event for kids ages 4-14 who have a sibling with
special needs - Redeemer Presbyterian Church - There is no
charge to attend but registration is required by contacting Chris Gentry at 336.924.5301 or CLGentry@wsfcs.k12.nc.us
Annual Events/ Programs & One Time Events:
Annual
DS Update - "Annual Down Syndrome Update with Dr. Tamison Jewett in association with the PDSSN annual membership meeting is held every January"
PDSSN
Buddy Walk - Buddy Walk is held every fall - for details check the Buddy Walk section.
