Upcoming Events
Due to the coronavirus outbreak, some events listed here may be cancelled or postponed. To learn of an event’s status, please check its official web page by clicking on its link or by reaching out to the event contact.
Events in August–October 2020
- August 8
Books, Balls and Blocks!
Books, Balls and Blocks!
10:00 am – 11:00 am • iCal | Google CalendarJoin the Sussex County Health Coalition for their online Books, Balls and Blocks! event, which encourages play and interaction through Zoom with young children to stimulate growth and development. This event is targeted to 12- to 23-month-olds. Adults are encouraged to join their children in directed, age-appropriate play. Activities help children develop fine motor, communication and problem-solving skills.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/LivestreamBooks, Balls and Blocks!Books, Balls and Blocks!
11:00 am – 12:00 pm • iCal | Google CalendarJoin the Sussex County Health Coalition for their online Books, Balls and Blocks! event, which encourages play and interaction through Zoom with young children to stimulate growth and development. This event is targeted to 12- to 23-month-olds. Adults are encouraged to join their children in directed, age-appropriate play. Activities help children develop fine motor, communication and problem-solving skills.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 11
Theraplay, Inc. – Keeping the Calm
Theraplay, Inc. – Keeping the Calm
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm • iCal | Google CalendarTheraplay, Inc. is hosting a webinar on strategies to help with sleep, diet and general anxiety in children. The webinar will also include a panel of experts and therapists for questions and answers.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 12
Ideas for Home Learning
Ideas for Home Learning
1:00 pm – 1:15 pm • iCal | Google CalendarJoin the Parent Information Center for the latest installment of its Facebook Live series, offering suggestions for early childhood home learning.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/LivestreamSex Talk for Self Advocates: MarriageSex Talk for Self Advocates: Marriage
2:00 pm – 3:30 pm • iCal | Google CalendarJoin the Association of University Centers on Disabilities Sexual Health Special Interest Group for a panel discussion of marriage for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This webinar is part of an on-going series that addresses self-advocate questions about relationships and sexuality.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 13
Healthy Relationships in Quarantine and Beyond
Healthy Relationships in Quarantine and Beyond
1:00 pm – 2:00 pm • iCal | Google CalendarThis workshop for adults and teens, offered by the Down Syndrome Association of Delaware, explores what makes relationships safe and rewarding. Participants will play games and have discussions about what defines healthy and unhealthy relationships. Participants will leave with tips on communication, consent and other topics. Individuals with all levels of relationship experience are welcome.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/LivestreamFEMA Perspective on Emergency Management, COVID-19 and People with DisabilitiesFEMA Perspective on Emergency Management, COVID-19 and People with Disabilities
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm • iCal | Google CalendarThis session will provide an overview of FEMA’s roles and responsibilities in the midst of COVID-19, how FEMA continued to serve people with disabilities during that response and how they continued to plan and prepare for the 2020 natural disaster season in the midst of the pandemic.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 14
Coronavirus and Delaware Education Update
Coronavirus and Delaware Education Update
1:00 pm – 1:15 pm • iCal | Google CalendarJoin the Parent Information Center of Delaware, Inc. for their Facebook Live event as they give an update regarding COVID-19 and Delaware education.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 15
Go the Distance Virtual 5K Run/Walk
Go the Distance Virtual 5K Run/Walk
10:00 am – 12:00 pm • iCal | Google CalendarThe Ronald McDonald House of Delaware, which provides safe, affordable lodgings near hospitals for families with children who have serious or chronic illnesses, will be holding its annual 5K run/walk virtually. Fundraising will take place from July 15–Aug. 15, culminating in a live virtual event on Aug. 15.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/LivestreamTech for Teens Club – LEGO Stop Motion VideosTech for Teens Club – LEGO Stop Motion Videos
10:00 am – 12:00 pm • iCal | Google CalendarIn this livestream, part of the PACER Center's series for teens with disabilities, participants will learn to create stop-motion videos with a camera and LEGO toys.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 17
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
N/A – • iCal | Google CalendarFeaturing expert speakers, panels and breakout sessions, the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement annual conference will present practical skill development for leading and being part of successful collaboratives, tracking advocacy outcomes, creating engaging messaging and leveraging philanthropy.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 18
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
N/A – • iCal | Google CalendarFeaturing expert speakers, panels and breakout sessions, the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement annual conference will present practical skill development for leading and being part of successful collaboratives, tracking advocacy outcomes, creating engaging messaging and leveraging philanthropy.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 19
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
N/A – • iCal | Google CalendarFeaturing expert speakers, panels and breakout sessions, the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement annual conference will present practical skill development for leading and being part of successful collaboratives, tracking advocacy outcomes, creating engaging messaging and leveraging philanthropy.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 20
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
N/A – • iCal | Google CalendarFeaturing expert speakers, panels and breakout sessions, the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement annual conference will present practical skill development for leading and being part of successful collaboratives, tracking advocacy outcomes, creating engaging messaging and leveraging philanthropy.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 21
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement IMPACT Delaware Conference
N/A – • iCal | Google CalendarFeaturing expert speakers, panels and breakout sessions, the Delaware Alliance for Nonprofit Advancement annual conference will present practical skill development for leading and being part of successful collaboratives, tracking advocacy outcomes, creating engaging messaging and leveraging philanthropy.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream - August 28
Coronavirus and Delaware update
Coronavirus and Delaware update
1:00 pm – 1:15 pm • iCal | Google CalendarJoin the Parent Information Center for a livestream update on the status of the Delaware education system during the pandemic.
Event DetailsOnline Webinar/Livestream