DSDN Rockin' Mom™ Retreat Schedule

Connect. Recharge.

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Tentative schedule; subject to change. Additional details will continue to be added.  ​

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General Programming and Activities 

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

• 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM - First Timers Welcome Event includes Retreat Check-In and Swag Pick Up - Grand Ballroom

• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM -  Retreat Check-In and Swag Pick Up - Marquis Ballroom

• 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM - All Decades Rockin' Mom Prom (Tickets sold separately) - Valencia Ballroom

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27​

• 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM - Rockin' It Fun Run and Walk - Spa Tower Courtyard

• 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM -  Retreat Check-In and Swag Pick Up - Marquis Ballroom

• 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM - Onsite Check-In for GLOBAL Medical Care and Research Roundtable - Grand Ballroom Foyer 

• 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM - GLOBAL Medical Care and Research Roundtable (Register) - Grand Ballroom

• 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM - Lunch served in Valencia Ballroom

• 12:45 PM - 1:15 PM - DSDN Official Welcome and Retreat Kick Off - Grand Ballroom

• 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM - Stand for Your Rockin' Mom Event - Grand Ballroom

• 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM - Birth Group Meet Ups + Photos - Multiple Locations

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<Break to get ready for Mom's Night Out>

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• 4:45 PM - 5:00 PM - Buses depart for Las Vegas Strip - Spa Tower Entrance

• 5:15 PM - 11:00 PM - Mom's Night Out on Las Vegas Strip

  • 5:15 PM - 5:30 PM - Arrive ​to Mandalay Bay

  • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM - Free time to explore and dine

  • 7:15 PM - 9:15 PM - Reception at Skyfall Panoramic Lounge

  • 9:15 - 9:30 PM - Head to Michael Jackson ONE Show

  • 9:30 PM - 11:00 PM - Michael Jackson ONE Show

  • 11:00 - 11:15 PM - Head Back to Buses for immediate departure back to JW Marriott

• Buses will return to JW Marriott immediately following the MJ One show ​

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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

• 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM - Breakfast served in Valencia Ballroom

• 9:00 AM -9:15 AM -  Day 2 Welcome - Grand Ballroom

• 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM - Keynote: Dr. Vaish Sarathy -Grand Ballroom

• 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM - Mom's Panel: Advocacy - Grand Ballroom

• 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM - Large Group Photo - Grand Ballroom Foyer

• 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM - Grab n' Go Lunch - Valencia Ballroom

• 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM - Topical Group Meet ups - Valencia Ballroom + Multiple Locations

  • ​Black Families

  • Spanish-Speaking Moms

  • Down syndrome & Autism

  • Homeschooling

  • Heart Heroes

  • Tube Feeding 

  • Cancer Moms

  • Asian Moms

  • Adoption

  • Working Moms 

  • Stay at home moms

  • Single Parenting

  • Twins/ Multiples

• 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Yoga

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<Free time in the afternoon to enjoy the resort amenities and optional activities>​​​​​

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• ​7:45 PM - 8:45 PM - Keynote: Pat Valentine - Grand Ballroom

• 8:45 PM - 9:15 PM - Closing Remarks & 2025 Retreat Announcement - Grand Ballroom

• 9:15 PM - 10:15 PM - Closing Reception - Grand Ballroom

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Spa Experience Rotations

We’re delighted to offer each mom attending the retreat a luxurious 90-minute spa experience at Spa Aquae, located in the JW Marriott Las Vegas Resort. Your spa session will include access to the Hydra Lounge, Steam Room, Sauna, Hot Tub, Cold Plunge Pool, Outdoor Pool, and a Chair Massage.

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You can sign up for one of six time blocks, as well as a chair massage within that block. Registration is required. IMPORTANT: Please review the full agenda before selecting your time. While we’ve thoughtfully arranged the schedule to allow you to enjoy both the spa and other retreat activities, some time blocks may overlap with other agenda items.​
 

• Friday, 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

• Friday, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

• Saturday, 11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

• Saturday, 1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

• Saturday, 3:45 PM - 5:15 PM

• Saturday, 5:45 PM - 7:15 PM

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Sign Up Here​​

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Fundraising Panel

If you are interested in learning more about fundraising and/or hearing from other Rockin' moms who have been successful with fundraising, come to the fundraising panel on Saturday afternoon!

• Saturday, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM - Fundraising Panel - Grand Ballroom

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Exhibit Hall Schedule

Stock up on Down syndrome awareness apparel, learn about various resources, and connect with other organizations in the Down syndrome and disability communities! Our exhibitors will be set up in the conference center foyers, so you can't miss them!

• Thursday, 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

• Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Saturday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

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DSDN Auction & Raffle

We have a wonderful selection of items for this year's auction and raffle! Come check it out in the Cataluna Room. ​

• Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Saturday, 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM

• Winners will be selected at 1:30 PM (you do not need to be present to win)

• Auction & Raffle Pick Up Times

  • Saturday, 1:45 PM - 4:30 PM ​

  • Saturday, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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Information Desk Hours​

If you have any questions or need assistance throughout the weekend, visit the Information Desk, which is in the Conference Center in the Cataluna room. 

• Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

• Saturday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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