FALL Q U A R T E R L Y U P D A T E 2011

Monthly Meeting for Dads

Chairman David Freeman and his son, Noah, 3 years old with down syndrome.

DEANN CLINE BIOGRAPHY (2)UPCOMING HOLIDAY FUNDRAISERS (3) MORE EVENT INFORMATION

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GUEST SPEAKER SERIES

Desert Regional Center (Positive Behavior Support)Date: October 13Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Where: DSOSN Office

Nevada (PBS-NV) Flo LaRoyDate: December 10Time: 10: a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Where: DSOSN Office

Positively Kids Sib Shop-Education First Program: Andrew Woods, Director of Community RelationsDate: December 13Time 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Where: DSOSN Office

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Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome is a monthly group that meets to discuss thoughts, insights andexperiences about raising a child with down syndrome. The group is not meant to be a “support group” even though support is often given. It is meant to be an “action group”. Dads find ways to participate in the community and get their children to participate as well. Monthly meetings include guest speakers that discuss medical, educational, financial, social and many other issues that affect families with down syndrome.

When: Every fourth Thursday of the monthTime: 6:30 p.m.

Cancer, the Citycare Network and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society where was the public relations coordinator. She also volunteered at various non-profit organizations in the valley including Helping Hands of Las Vegas Valley, Speedway Children’s Charities, New Vista Community and the City of Henderson.

Cline says her volunteer work and non-profit experiences taught her “a diverse range of skills required in successful non-profit management,” which led her to her current position with DSOSN, where she has been for five years.

Deann Cline, the director of fund development for the Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada, has more than 20 years of experience in non-profit and fundraising.

Cline began her career as a funeral director and part owner of the Cline Funeral Home in Leechburg, Pa. and the Brady-Cline Funeral Home in Vandergrift, Pa. During this time, she also held a part-time paid position as the executive director of the American Red Cross in Vandergrift from 1983 - 1991. She was also a member of the Vandergrift Area Business and Professional Association, where from 1983 - 1995 she was the Christmas Parade coordinator.

In 1990, the Vandergrift Borough Council asked her to develop and organize a centennial committee commemorating the 1995 Vandergrift Centennial Celebration. She spent five years organizing a committee, establishing a board of directors, and developing numerous successful fundraising events benefiting the centennial. At the end of the celebration, the remaining money was gifted to the Vandergrift Historical Museum.

Cline came to Las Vegas, Nev. in 1997 and got involved with the Candleighters for Childhood

Deann ClineDirector of Fund Development

Upcoming Member Socials and EventsHalloween Party and Haunted HouseWhen: October 29Where: DSOSN OfficeTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Holiday PartyWhen: December 3Where: DSOSN OfficeTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Both of these events are potluck, so be sure to bring something delicious for everybody.

DON’T FORGET ABOUT OUR DIMES FOR DOWN SYNDROME CAMPAIGN. SCHOOLS AND BUSINESS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING SHOULD VISIT WWW.DSOSN.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Those interested in creating holiday displays to be put up for auction, visit www.dsosn.org for more information on holiday decorations and sponsorships.

GUEST SPEAKER SERIES

Desert Regional Center (Positive Behavior Support)Date: October 13Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Where: DSOSN Office

Nevada (PBS-NV) Flo LaRoyDate: December 10Time: 10: a.m. - 11:30 a.m.Where: DSOSN Office

Positively Kids Sib Shop-Education First Program: Andrew Woods, Director of Community RelationsDate: December 13Time 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.Where: DSOSN Office

Deann Cline and friends at the 2011 Buddy Walk

Upcoming Member Socials and EventsHalloween Party and Haunted HouseWhen: October 29Where: DSOSN OfficeTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Holiday PartyWhen: December 3Where: DSOSN OfficeTime: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Both of these events are potluck, so be sure to bring something delicious for everybody.

DON’T FORGET ABOUT OUR DIMES FOR DOWN SYNDROME CAMPAIGN. SCHOOLS AND BUSINESS INTERESTED IN PARTICIPATING SHOULD VISIT WWW.DSOSN.ORG FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Those interested in creating holiday displays to be put up for auction, visit www.dsosn.org for more information on holiday decorations and sponsorships.

INAUGURAL ROYALTY AND

PEARLS TEA PARTY

FALL FESTIVAL 5K & 1 MILE FUN

WALK

When: Saturday, October 22Where: Goett Family Park, Southern HighlandsTime: 9 a.m. - 1 - p.m.Pre Registration - $30 per person $15 for 14 and underRace Day - $40 per person $20 for 14 and underDSOSN will receive $2.00 for

23RD ANNUAL FESTIVAL OF TREES AND

L IGHTS

When: Friday, November 18Where: Four Seasons HotelTime: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.

Tickets are $275 per person or $2,475 for a table of 10 (one free ticket). Visit www.dsosn.org to purchase tickets.

When: Saturday, October 15Where: The Presidio at The District 2235 Village Walk Drive Henderson, NV 89052Time: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.Tickets: $50 for adults, $40 for ages 12-18

Fashion show presented by Patty’s Closet. There will be a hat/fascinator contest so be sure

DOWN SYNDROME ORGANIZATION OF SOUTHERN NEVADA

5300 Vegas DriveLas Vegas, NV 89108

Amanda ShepherdPhone: 702-648-1990Fax: 702-648-2020

E-mail: dcline@dsosn.org dfrydman@dsosn.org

www.dsosn.org

Amanda Shepherd

4321 First Street

Las Vegas, NV 89178

Down Syndrome Organization of Southern Nevada5300 Vegas DriveLas Vegas, NV 89108