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The 40th Annual NDSC Convention in Washington DC

The 40th Annual NDSC Convention in Washington DC

The 40th Annual Convention Each year, thousands of people from across the globe attend the National Down Syndrome Congress Annual Convention. For most, it’s to hear the latest information from world-renowned experts. For others, it’s a great vacation. But, for

Pics from Valentine Celebration

Pics from Valentine Celebration

Please click here to view pictures from Valentine Celebration held on February 7, 2012.

(ABC News) Living with Down Syndrome: A Mother’s Journey

(ABC News) Living with Down Syndrome: A Mother’s Journey

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Give to the Max Day : Washington, DC

Give to the Max Day : Washington, DC

On November 9th, thousands of area residents are going to show their support for their favorite nonprofit for Give to the Max Day: Greater Washington. On that day, every donation and donor we get will go further to help us claim our

FRIENDS Family Day at Gaver Farm!

FRIENDS Family Day at Gaver Farm!

For more information, please go to our “Events” page.

Buddy Walk 2012

Buddy Walk 2012

  11th Annual Buddy Walk September 15, 2012 Save the date!

Techniques for Success 2011

Techniques for Success 2011

Registration for TFS 2011 has closed.  We appreciate all the educators, administrators, paraprofessionals and parents who registered.   Techniques for Success, Saturday, November 5, 2011, 8 am – 5 pm, Frederick Fairgrounds, Null Building, 797 East Patrick Street, Frederick, MD

Mums for SALE!

Mums for SALE!

        In a wonderful partnership with Chloe’s Cause Foundation, F.R.I.E.N.D.S. will be selling mums this year.  The order form will also be mailed out with the brochure if you gave your name and address at last year’s walk.  You will be able

New Family Social/Picnic

New Family Social/Picnic

There will be NO group meeting on July 5th.  Instead, we are having a picnic on July 10th at Kemptown Park to welcome new families to the FRIENDS family.  More details to follow. F.R.I.E.N.D.S. New Family Social Date: Sunday, July

FRIENDS Scholarships Available

FRIENDS Scholarships Available

FRIENDS has a limited number of college scholarships available for 2011.  Complete form and mail into address given.  Must be postmarked by June 1st.  Scholarship winners will be presented at the 10th Annual Buddy Walk held on September 17th, 2011.  Click

Register Now for the 2011 Techniques for Success Event, November 5, 2011 Register Now for the 2011 Techniques for Success Event, November 5, 2011