Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center

10/29/2025

Check your inbox! The Eastern Pennsylvania Down Syndrome Center has a jam-packed November full of connection, celebration, and community — and we can’t wait to see you at one (or all!) of our upcoming events!

From your favorite programs to festive gatherings and our always-beloved Holiday Party, there’s something for everyone!

10/29/2025

💛 It’s the last week of Down Syndrome Awareness Month — but awareness doesn’t end in October.

At the Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center, we believe awareness grows every day — through kindness, education, and inclusion. 💙

Awareness starts with one person — and that person could be you. 💙💛

10/27/2025

💙 It’s the last week of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and we’re going out strong!

Let’s wrap up the month by spreading the facts that matter most — because awareness leads to understanding and understanding builds inclusion. 💛

Let’s keep sharing the facts, celebrating abilities, and building a world where every person belongs. 💙💛

10/17/2025

💡 Did You Know?

💛 Many people with Down syndrome have strong visual learning skills — they thrive with tools like pictures, colors, routines, and hands-on experiences.

It’s not about if someone can learn.
It’s about how they learn best.

At the Eastern PA Down Syndrome Center, we walk beside each individual — and cheer for every step forward.

10/14/2025

Still time to join us for a fun-filled evening under the stars with local nonprofits serving children with special needs. It’s a night of community, costumes, and a classic family movie — all from the comfort of your car!

🎥 Movie Night Details
📅 Date: TONIGHT Tuesday, October 14, 2025
🎞️ Feature Film: The Addams Family (2019, animated)
📍 Location: Shankweiler’s Drive-In Theatre
Admission: $15.00 per carload (pay in advance with the QR code below or at the gate)

Schedule of Events
Gates Open: 5:30 PM
Trunk or Treat: 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Movie Starts: 7:00 PM

Dress up and get ready for a night of festive fun and community connection!

This is a private event open to families affiliated with local nonprofits that serve children with special needs. We hope you can join us for this inclusive and memorable night! 🎃🍿🚗

10/08/2025

☕️ Missed Bitty & Beau’s at the Buddy Walk? No worries! You can still grab your coffee and merch in-store through November 4 — just be sure to mention EPDSC at checkout!

10/06/2025

🎉 Thank you for joining us at this year’s Buddy Walk! 💙

We want to hear from YOU! Your feedback helps us make each year better than the last. Take a few minutes to share your thoughts in our short post-event survey. 📝👇

📣 Let us know what you loved, what we can improve, and what you'd like to see next year — including a possible Buddy Walk Happy Hour! 🍷🍻

🔗 https://bit.ly/BWSurvey25

Thank you for being part of our amazing community! 💛

10/04/2025

That’s a wrap on the 2025 Buddy Walk! 💙👟

What an incredible day filled with sunshine, smiles, and so much love. Thank you to everyone who came out to walk, support, and celebrate inclusion with us — your energy made this day unforgettable!

Together, we raised critical funds to support our year-round programs, helping us continue to provide meaningful opportunities, advocacy, and resources for individuals with Down syndrome and their families. 💛

A huge thank you again to our amazing corporate sponsors for helping make it all possible. Your support means the world to our community. 🌟

Until next year...

10/04/2025

🌟 Congratulations to our 2025 Gold Star Spotlight Teams! 🌟

We’re thrilled to recognize the incredible teams who went above and beyond by raising $1,500 or more by September 10th to earn their spot in the Gold Star Spotlight at this year’s Buddy Walk®!

These outstanding teams will be proudly featured on the official Buddy Walk® t-shirt, and honored along our brand new Gold Star Spotlight path at today's event.

Let’s give it up for our Gold Star Spotlight Teams! 💙💛

10/03/2025

Tomorrow is Buddy Walk Day and the forecast is all sunshine and smiles! It’s shaping up to be a beautiful day to come together, walk, and celebrate our amazing community.

🌟 A very special thank you to our MVP Sponsors – we couldn’t do this without your incredible support. Your generosity helps make this event possible and meaningful for so many.

If you haven’t registered yet but want to join in the fun, there’s still time!
Sign up here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/BW2025

See you there!

10/02/2025

We're ready to party! Are you coming?

Still time to join us https://charity.pledgeit.org/BW2025

The Gross Family is gearing up to move and groove with Kira at this year's 26th annual Lehigh Valley Buddy Walk.

10/01/2025

🎉 A huge THANK YOU to our Champion Sponsors for supporting this year’s Buddy Walk®! 💙💛

Your generous support helps us celebrate individuals with Down syndrome, uplift families, and fund vital programs through EPDSC. Because of you, our community continues to grow stronger, more inclusive, and full of love.

👏 Let’s hear it for our Champion Sponsors — we couldn’t do it without you!