SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA AUTISM COMMUNITY CALENDAR
NOTICE: We will continue to update this page to add new webinars and other online events during the coronavirus. Organizers: Please send new listings and event updates to: asasfba@gmail.com.
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Conference 2020!
Saturday, November 7 — 8:45 am – 4:00 pm
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Tuesday, December 1: Karaoke
Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Bring a hairbrush or wooden spoon and pretend it's a microphone! Connect with friends while singing your favorite song or just listen to others sing over Zoom.
Time: 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Bring a hairbrush or wooden spoon and pretend it's a microphone! Connect with friends while singing your favorite song or just listen to others sing over Zoom.
Wednesday, December 2: Building Resilience in Young Children and Their Families
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: This presentation covers the importance of resilience, how parenting has changed over recent generations, and ways to build resilience. Building resilience by learning to work through challenges both big and small is a lifelong skill that helps children grow into healthy and happy adults. Funded by First 5 Santa Clara County.
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: This presentation covers the importance of resilience, how parenting has changed over recent generations, and ways to build resilience. Building resilience by learning to work through challenges both big and small is a lifelong skill that helps children grow into healthy and happy adults. Funded by First 5 Santa Clara County.
Wednesday, December 2: SOS (Saving our Sanity) – Caregiver Support during the Pandemic
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: Why can’t we get along these days? What we need are skills. From now until the end of the year, we will be taking a peaceful and insightful stroll through the landmines of everyday conversations in these challenging and uncertain times. Each session will begin with a few minutes of insight followed by time for the group to work together on the weekly topic or individual stressors you want to discuss with others who understand and share your journey.
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: Why can’t we get along these days? What we need are skills. From now until the end of the year, we will be taking a peaceful and insightful stroll through the landmines of everyday conversations in these challenging and uncertain times. Each session will begin with a few minutes of insight followed by time for the group to work together on the weekly topic or individual stressors you want to discuss with others who understand and share your journey.
- 12/02/2020: Building Our Skills: Telling our Story of What We Need and How We Feel About It
Thursday, December 3: Create Music Playlists
Time: 3:00 –4:00 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Bring your favorite songs and join us as we get together and create an original playlist of music inspired by you! We will be making our own playlists including "Holidays with the Shupin Social (e)Club" and "Inspirational Songs".
Time: 3:00 –4:00 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Bring your favorite songs and join us as we get together and create an original playlist of music inspired by you! We will be making our own playlists including "Holidays with the Shupin Social (e)Club" and "Inspirational Songs".
Friday, December 4: Supplemental Security Income
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: More information here.
What: Learn how to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for your child with a disability and have the highest chance of success. Connect to learn about Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a Federal income supplement program funded by general tax revenues (not Social Security taxes).
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: More information here.
What: Learn how to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for your child with a disability and have the highest chance of success. Connect to learn about Supplemental Security Income (SSI), a Federal income supplement program funded by general tax revenues (not Social Security taxes).
- It is designed to help aged, blind, and disabled people, who have little or no income; and
- It provides cash to meet basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter.
Tuesday, December 8: Share a Picture
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Share your favorite photo of something you love about your life—this could be anything—a friend, a view, a bird who stops by to drink at the birdfeeder, a piece of art, as long as it makes you feel great, from your family, or with your friends. Tell us about the picture and why it is meaningful to you.
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Share your favorite photo of something you love about your life—this could be anything—a friend, a view, a bird who stops by to drink at the birdfeeder, a piece of art, as long as it makes you feel great, from your family, or with your friends. Tell us about the picture and why it is meaningful to you.
Wednesday, December 9: SOS (Saving our Sanity) – Caregiver Support during the Pandemic
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: Why can’t we get along these days? What we need are skills. From now until the end of the year, we will be taking a peaceful and insightful stroll through the landmines of everyday conversations in these challenging and uncertain times. Each session will begin with a few minutes of insight followed by time for the group to work together on the weekly topic or individual stressors you want to discuss with others who understand and share your journey.
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: Why can’t we get along these days? What we need are skills. From now until the end of the year, we will be taking a peaceful and insightful stroll through the landmines of everyday conversations in these challenging and uncertain times. Each session will begin with a few minutes of insight followed by time for the group to work together on the weekly topic or individual stressors you want to discuss with others who understand and share your journey.
- 12/09/2020: Building Our Skills: Moving Ahead from Stuck to Action
Thursday, December 10: Family Hanukah Event
Time: 5:00 –6:30 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: In lieu of our typically scheduled (e)Club event, we would like to invite all social club members and their families to join us for our Shupin: Delivered! Hanukah event.
*Please note that this is a different time. We are happy to include families of all religious backgrounds!
Time: 5:00 –6:30 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: In lieu of our typically scheduled (e)Club event, we would like to invite all social club members and their families to join us for our Shupin: Delivered! Hanukah event.
*Please note that this is a different time. We are happy to include families of all religious backgrounds!
Friday, December 11: Monthly DS Task Force Check-In
Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Online through zoom: Register in advance here.
What: The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serves individuals who have developmental disabilities.This meeting is open to the public. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your link to join the Zoom webinar.
DS Task Force and Workgroup Members will be designated as “panelists” to facilitate their participation. Members of the public will participate in “listen-only mode” and use the Q&A feature and any times opened for public comments to share input. Please join the meeting 10 minutes early to allow time to register and ensure an on-time start.
The agenda and materials will be posted on the DS Task Force section of the DDS website (https://www.dds.ca.gov/initiatives/ds-task-force/) before the meeting.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodations or language interpretation to participate in any of these meetings, contact Charlotte Kelly atCharlotte.Kelly@dds.ca.gov by Wednesday, December 2nd with which meeting(s) you’d like to participate in and your needs.
Please feel free to email DSTaskForce@dds.ca.gov with any questions.
Time: 9:00 – 11:00 a.m.
Where: Online through zoom: Register in advance here.
What: The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serves individuals who have developmental disabilities.This meeting is open to the public. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your link to join the Zoom webinar.
DS Task Force and Workgroup Members will be designated as “panelists” to facilitate their participation. Members of the public will participate in “listen-only mode” and use the Q&A feature and any times opened for public comments to share input. Please join the meeting 10 minutes early to allow time to register and ensure an on-time start.
The agenda and materials will be posted on the DS Task Force section of the DDS website (https://www.dds.ca.gov/initiatives/ds-task-force/) before the meeting.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodations or language interpretation to participate in any of these meetings, contact Charlotte Kelly atCharlotte.Kelly@dds.ca.gov by Wednesday, December 2nd with which meeting(s) you’d like to participate in and your needs.
Please feel free to email DSTaskForce@dds.ca.gov with any questions.
Monday, December 14: Oversight Accountability and Transparency Workgroup Meeting
Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Online through zoom: Register in advance here.
What: The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serves individuals who have developmental disabilities.This meeting is open to the public. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your link to join the Zoom webinar.
DS Task Force and Workgroup Members will be designated as “panelists” to facilitate their participation. Members of the public will participate in “listen-only mode” and use the Q&A feature and any times opened for public comments to share input. Please join the meeting 10 minutes early to allow time to register and ensure an on-time start.
The agenda and materials will be posted on the DS Task Force section of the DDS website (https://www.dds.ca.gov/initiatives/ds-task-force/) before the meeting.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodations or language interpretation to participate in any of these meetings, contact Charlotte Kelly atCharlotte.Kelly@dds.ca.gov by Wednesday, December 2nd with which meeting(s) you’d like to participate in and your needs.
Please feel free to email DSTaskForce@dds.ca.gov with any questions.
Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Where: Online through zoom: Register in advance here.
What: The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serves individuals who have developmental disabilities.This meeting is open to the public. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your link to join the Zoom webinar.
DS Task Force and Workgroup Members will be designated as “panelists” to facilitate their participation. Members of the public will participate in “listen-only mode” and use the Q&A feature and any times opened for public comments to share input. Please join the meeting 10 minutes early to allow time to register and ensure an on-time start.
The agenda and materials will be posted on the DS Task Force section of the DDS website (https://www.dds.ca.gov/initiatives/ds-task-force/) before the meeting.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodations or language interpretation to participate in any of these meetings, contact Charlotte Kelly atCharlotte.Kelly@dds.ca.gov by Wednesday, December 2nd with which meeting(s) you’d like to participate in and your needs.
Please feel free to email DSTaskForce@dds.ca.gov with any questions.
Wednesday, December 16: Art
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Mystery boxes are delivered directly to participants’ homes. Participants open their boxes together to reveal the materials needed to complete an art project – then they're guided through a step-by-step process to complete the activity while enjoying a unique experience and socializing with peers.
Time: 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Where: Online: Register here.
What: Mystery boxes are delivered directly to participants’ homes. Participants open their boxes together to reveal the materials needed to complete an art project – then they're guided through a step-by-step process to complete the activity while enjoying a unique experience and socializing with peers.
Wednesday, December 16: SOS (Saving our Sanity) – Caregiver Support during the Pandemic
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: Why can’t we get along these days? What we need are skills. From now until the end of the year, we will be taking a peaceful and insightful stroll through the landmines of everyday conversations in these challenging and uncertain times. Each session will begin with a few minutes of insight followed by time for the group to work together on the weekly topic or individual stressors you want to discuss with others who understand and share your journey.
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: Why can’t we get along these days? What we need are skills. From now until the end of the year, we will be taking a peaceful and insightful stroll through the landmines of everyday conversations in these challenging and uncertain times. Each session will begin with a few minutes of insight followed by time for the group to work together on the weekly topic or individual stressors you want to discuss with others who understand and share your journey.
- 12/16/2020: Putting It All Together: Celebrating Success and Anticipating New Journeys
Thursday, December 17: DS Taskforce Meeting to Discuss Workgroup Recommendations
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Online through zoom: Register in advance here.
What: The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serves individuals who have developmental disabilities.This meeting is open to the public. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your link to join the Zoom webinar.
DS Task Force and Workgroup Members will be designated as “panelists” to facilitate their participation. Members of the public will participate in “listen-only mode” and use the Q&A feature and any times opened for public comments to share input. Please join the meeting 10 minutes early to allow time to register and ensure an on-time start.
The agenda and materials will be posted on the DS Task Force section of the DDS website (https://www.dds.ca.gov/initiatives/ds-task-force/) before the meeting.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodations or language interpretation to participate in any of these meetings, contact Charlotte Kelly atCharlotte.Kelly@dds.ca.gov by Wednesday, December 2nd with which meeting(s) you’d like to participate in and your needs.
Please feel free to email DSTaskForce@dds.ca.gov with any questions.
Time: 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Where: Online through zoom: Register in advance here.
What: The California Department of Developmental Services (DDS) serves individuals who have developmental disabilities.This meeting is open to the public. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing your link to join the Zoom webinar.
DS Task Force and Workgroup Members will be designated as “panelists” to facilitate their participation. Members of the public will participate in “listen-only mode” and use the Q&A feature and any times opened for public comments to share input. Please join the meeting 10 minutes early to allow time to register and ensure an on-time start.
The agenda and materials will be posted on the DS Task Force section of the DDS website (https://www.dds.ca.gov/initiatives/ds-task-force/) before the meeting.
Reasonable Accommodations: If you require reasonable accommodations or language interpretation to participate in any of these meetings, contact Charlotte Kelly atCharlotte.Kelly@dds.ca.gov by Wednesday, December 2nd with which meeting(s) you’d like to participate in and your needs.
Please feel free to email DSTaskForce@dds.ca.gov with any questions.
Saturday, December 19: Holiday Party
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Where: Online through Zoom. Check for update here.
What: Save the date! Details to come!
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Where: Online through Zoom. Check for update here.
What: Save the date! Details to come!
Wednesday, November 25: Cuidemos nuestra salud emocional durante la pandemia. Pláticas para padres// Serie de 4 sesiones semanales con Cynthia Leyva.
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: ¿Cómo sobrevivir en estos tiempos difíciles?Aprenda, junto a otros padres con experiencias similares, cómo manejar la ansiedad, el estrés y reducir sentimientos de angustia especialmente durante la pandemia y al acercarse a los días festivos. La crianza de los hijos en la mejor de las circunstancias está marcada por numerosas responsabilidades y presiones. Agregue las preocupaciones adicionales que lleva tener un hijo con necesidades especiales. ¡No está solo/a!
Dirigido por Cynthia Leyva, AMFT, usted formará parte de un pequeño grupo de padres/cuidadores primarios que desean mejorar su perspectiva y su vida como padres de un niño con necesidades especiales. En cada una de las cuatro pláticas, Cynthia presentará un nuevo tema para aumentar su capacidad de crianza positiva y autocuidado. Habrá tiempo para compartir y aprender de los otros miembros del grupo mientras se conecta con personas con dificultades y alegrías compartidas. El enfoque se centrará en los padres cuyos hijos tienen cualquier edad y tienen algún diagnóstico.
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Online: More information here.
What: ¿Cómo sobrevivir en estos tiempos difíciles?Aprenda, junto a otros padres con experiencias similares, cómo manejar la ansiedad, el estrés y reducir sentimientos de angustia especialmente durante la pandemia y al acercarse a los días festivos. La crianza de los hijos en la mejor de las circunstancias está marcada por numerosas responsabilidades y presiones. Agregue las preocupaciones adicionales que lleva tener un hijo con necesidades especiales. ¡No está solo/a!
Dirigido por Cynthia Leyva, AMFT, usted formará parte de un pequeño grupo de padres/cuidadores primarios que desean mejorar su perspectiva y su vida como padres de un niño con necesidades especiales. En cada una de las cuatro pláticas, Cynthia presentará un nuevo tema para aumentar su capacidad de crianza positiva y autocuidado. Habrá tiempo para compartir y aprender de los otros miembros del grupo mientras se conecta con personas con dificultades y alegrías compartidas. El enfoque se centrará en los padres cuyos hijos tienen cualquier edad y tienen algún diagnóstico.
- 11/18/2020 – Identificando la emociones, y comunicación efectiva
Saturday, December 5: LA TUTELA LIMITADA Y ALTERNATIVAS DE TOMA DE DECISIONES LEGALES
When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: RSVP here.
What: Esta presentación proporcionará una descripción general de la tutela limitada y el proceso para establecer una tutela a través del Tribunal. También incluirá información sobre los posibles métodos para retener la autoridad legal para tomar decisiones sin la
tutela formal.
When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: RSVP here.
What: Esta presentación proporcionará una descripción general de la tutela limitada y el proceso para establecer una tutela a través del Tribunal. También incluirá información sobre los posibles métodos para retener la autoridad legal para tomar decisiones sin la
tutela formal.
Saturday, December 12: HIJOS CON NECESIDADES ESPECIALES EN EL TIEMPO DE COVID
When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: RSVP here.
What: La Dra. Bernal hablara de los desafios a los que se enfrentan las familias con chicos/chicas con necesidades especiales en estos tiempos de COVID y desastres adicionales. Como navegar los servicios, apoyos necesarios y las esperanzas y objetivos para que todos prosperen ante la advesidad.
When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: RSVP here.
What: La Dra. Bernal hablara de los desafios a los que se enfrentan las familias con chicos/chicas con necesidades especiales en estos tiempos de COVID y desastres adicionales. Como navegar los servicios, apoyos necesarios y las esperanzas y objetivos para que todos prosperen ante la advesidad.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, December 18: California Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF)
Time: Tentatively July 11-16, 2021
Where: Tentatively online through Zoom. Must apply to attend. More information here.
What: The YLF is a six-day leadership program for students with disabilities, held virtually using the Zoom platform. If it is safe, part of the YLF may be held in-person (all applicants and parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible if this occurs). Additional post-YLF sessions will be held in the months after the weeklong event as scheduled. These monthly workshops will focus on topics such as post-secondary education and careers.Delegates will learn advocacy and leadership skills from alumni and professionals with disabilities and create a “Personal & Career Leadership Plan” to help reach their future education, independent living, and career goals.
Delegates interact with state and national leaders with disabilities, which may include celebrities, politicians, entertainers, and other adult role models with disabilities. Participants also make lifelong friendships with other statewide delegates and have mentorship opportunities with alumni.
Time: Tentatively July 11-16, 2021
Where: Tentatively online through Zoom. Must apply to attend. More information here.
What: The YLF is a six-day leadership program for students with disabilities, held virtually using the Zoom platform. If it is safe, part of the YLF may be held in-person (all applicants and parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible if this occurs). Additional post-YLF sessions will be held in the months after the weeklong event as scheduled. These monthly workshops will focus on topics such as post-secondary education and careers.Delegates will learn advocacy and leadership skills from alumni and professionals with disabilities and create a “Personal & Career Leadership Plan” to help reach their future education, independent living, and career goals.
Delegates interact with state and national leaders with disabilities, which may include celebrities, politicians, entertainers, and other adult role models with disabilities. Participants also make lifelong friendships with other statewide delegates and have mentorship opportunities with alumni.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, December 18: California Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF)
Time: Tentatively July 11-16, 2021
Where: Tentatively online through Zoom. Must apply to attend. More information here.
What: The YLF is a six-day leadership program for students with disabilities, held virtually using the Zoom platform. If it is safe, part of the YLF may be held in-person (all applicants and parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible if this occurs). Additional post-YLF sessions will be held in the months after the weeklong event as scheduled. These monthly workshops will focus on topics such as post-secondary education and careers.Delegates will learn advocacy and leadership skills from alumni and professionals with disabilities and create a “Personal & Career Leadership Plan” to help reach their future education, independent living, and career goals.
Delegates interact with state and national leaders with disabilities, which may include celebrities, politicians, entertainers, and other adult role models with disabilities. Participants also make lifelong friendships with other statewide delegates and have mentorship opportunities with alumni.
Time: Tentatively July 11-16, 2021
Where: Tentatively online through Zoom. Must apply to attend. More information here.
What: The YLF is a six-day leadership program for students with disabilities, held virtually using the Zoom platform. If it is safe, part of the YLF may be held in-person (all applicants and parents/guardians will be notified as soon as possible if this occurs). Additional post-YLF sessions will be held in the months after the weeklong event as scheduled. These monthly workshops will focus on topics such as post-secondary education and careers.Delegates will learn advocacy and leadership skills from alumni and professionals with disabilities and create a “Personal & Career Leadership Plan” to help reach their future education, independent living, and career goals.
Delegates interact with state and national leaders with disabilities, which may include celebrities, politicians, entertainers, and other adult role models with disabilities. Participants also make lifelong friendships with other statewide delegates and have mentorship opportunities with alumni.
Saturday, December 19: EL CUIDADO DEL CUIDADOR
When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: RSVP here.
What: La responsabilidad de cuidar a otra persona es una experiencia de amor, compromiso y esfuerzo continuo. Muchas personas que se ofrecen a cuidar por el bienestar de otros se descuidan de si mismos ocacionando estados emocionales que los limitan y afectan en otras areas de sus vidas. Esta presentacion tiene como proposito principal el focalizar en la persona que cuida y como prevenir el descuido fisico, emocional y espiritual.
When: 10:00 a.m.
Where: Online through Zoom: RSVP here.
What: La responsabilidad de cuidar a otra persona es una experiencia de amor, compromiso y esfuerzo continuo. Muchas personas que se ofrecen a cuidar por el bienestar de otros se descuidan de si mismos ocacionando estados emocionales que los limitan y afectan en otras areas de sus vidas. Esta presentacion tiene como proposito principal el focalizar en la persona que cuida y como prevenir el descuido fisico, emocional y espiritual.
Thursday & Friday, January 21 & 22, 2021: Stanford Neurodiversity Job Fair and Reverse Job Fair
Time: January 21 & 22, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom. More information here.
What: The Stanford Neurodiversity Job Fair & Reverse Job Fair will serve as an opportunity for job seekers to virtually meet and greet with employers. Come get to know some of the companies who have (or will have) neurodiversity hiring programs, learn more about their programs and the jobs they are filling and make connections!At the event, jobseekers and employers will be introduced to each other in pre-arranged small groups and get to know each other a little bit better.
Neurodiverse and autistic adults who are successfully employed frequently find employment through connections who recognize their unique skills. This meet and greet with employers is designed to facilitate neurodiverse job seekers in getting to know new people. For example, you meet hiring managers and learn about job openings or job trends that may impact future openings in a particular company, and hiring managers will want to get to know who you are and what you bring to a work environment.
Time: January 21 & 22, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom. More information here.
What: The Stanford Neurodiversity Job Fair & Reverse Job Fair will serve as an opportunity for job seekers to virtually meet and greet with employers. Come get to know some of the companies who have (or will have) neurodiversity hiring programs, learn more about their programs and the jobs they are filling and make connections!At the event, jobseekers and employers will be introduced to each other in pre-arranged small groups and get to know each other a little bit better.
Neurodiverse and autistic adults who are successfully employed frequently find employment through connections who recognize their unique skills. This meet and greet with employers is designed to facilitate neurodiverse job seekers in getting to know new people. For example, you meet hiring managers and learn about job openings or job trends that may impact future openings in a particular company, and hiring managers will want to get to know who you are and what you bring to a work environment.
March 15 - March 18, 2021: California's 13th Annual Developmental Disabilities Public Policy Conference
Time: Three hours per day. March 15-March 18 — More details coming soon.
Where: Online. Registration information coming soon.
What: This coming March the Arc and United Cerebral Palsy California Collaboration will bring together thought leaders from across the fields of developmental disabilities and public policy. From Monday, March 15 through Thursday, March 18, we will have two to three hours each day of highly regarded speakers and experts. Please join us next March to learn how you can play a part in shaping the best possible future for Californians with developmental disabilities.
Time: Three hours per day. March 15-March 18 — More details coming soon.
Where: Online. Registration information coming soon.
What: This coming March the Arc and United Cerebral Palsy California Collaboration will bring together thought leaders from across the fields of developmental disabilities and public policy. From Monday, March 15 through Thursday, March 18, we will have two to three hours each day of highly regarded speakers and experts. Please join us next March to learn how you can play a part in shaping the best possible future for Californians with developmental disabilities.
Thursdays Bi-Weekly: Facebook Live with the Dream Achievers Band
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/dreamachieversband
What: LIVE VIRTUAL CONCERTS WITH THE DREAM ACHIEVERS BAND (Performing Artists with Autism). Typically held on Thursdays at 12:30pm (Pacific Time), live streaming on Facebook. As we adjust to life and shelter-in-place, we hope to bring you musical joy while we light it up blue and follow proper social distancing. The band would love to have you join us to bring communities together during this difficult time. Check their Facebook events page for upcoming concert dates and times HERE.
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/dreamachieversband
What: LIVE VIRTUAL CONCERTS WITH THE DREAM ACHIEVERS BAND (Performing Artists with Autism). Typically held on Thursdays at 12:30pm (Pacific Time), live streaming on Facebook. As we adjust to life and shelter-in-place, we hope to bring you musical joy while we light it up blue and follow proper social distancing. The band would love to have you join us to bring communities together during this difficult time. Check their Facebook events page for upcoming concert dates and times HERE.
Thursdays Weekly: Adults on the Autism Spectrum Support Group
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom Meeting ID: 859-274-680
Zoom link*: https://zoom.us/j/859274680?pwd=N1FQMkRUWHd6SmkvWUN4Q2FDUWN2QT09
*Password protected access. Please e-mail lisa-sun@mentalhealthsf.org to receive the password to join this recurring meeting.
What: A weekly, supportive space for peers who identify as adults on the autism spectrum to share their successes, challenges, and deepen their understanding of autism. Peer facilitated, drop-in support group, no long term commitment, no advanced registration. Presented by Mental Health Association of San Francisco. This is an in-person support group that will be held online through April. To call in rather than Zoom, please use this number: 1-669-900-6833 (San Jose). Enter the Meeting ID and press the password onto the keypad. To mute and un-mute yourself, press *6
Time: 5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Zoom Meeting ID: 859-274-680
Zoom link*: https://zoom.us/j/859274680?pwd=N1FQMkRUWHd6SmkvWUN4Q2FDUWN2QT09
*Password protected access. Please e-mail lisa-sun@mentalhealthsf.org to receive the password to join this recurring meeting.
What: A weekly, supportive space for peers who identify as adults on the autism spectrum to share their successes, challenges, and deepen their understanding of autism. Peer facilitated, drop-in support group, no long term commitment, no advanced registration. Presented by Mental Health Association of San Francisco. This is an in-person support group that will be held online through April. To call in rather than Zoom, please use this number: 1-669-900-6833 (San Jose). Enter the Meeting ID and press the password onto the keypad. To mute and un-mute yourself, press *6
Weekly: Facebook Live with Autism Society of America
Time: Various
Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/AutismSociety/
What: The Autism Society of America launched a Facebook Live series dedicated to providing relevant, COVID-19 information for the autism community. The weekly broadcast will feature an expert discussing specific topics like mental health, federal emergency funding, and continuing education at home.Additionally, we have partnered with myHana, an organization provided educational programming support for caretakers, to co-host a second Facebook Live series. Experts will be discussing ongoing challenges for caretakers during the COVID-19 crisis. Click here to watch past episodes.
Time: Various
Where: Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/AutismSociety/
What: The Autism Society of America launched a Facebook Live series dedicated to providing relevant, COVID-19 information for the autism community. The weekly broadcast will feature an expert discussing specific topics like mental health, federal emergency funding, and continuing education at home.Additionally, we have partnered with myHana, an organization provided educational programming support for caretakers, to co-host a second Facebook Live series. Experts will be discussing ongoing challenges for caretakers during the COVID-19 crisis. Click here to watch past episodes.
Ongoing Events
NOTE ON CORONAVIRUS CANCELATIONS: Until further notice, please check with the organizer to confirm prior to traveling to any of the events below, as our listing may not reflect the most recent information. We will continue to update this page to add new webinars and other online events during this time. Organizers: Please send new listings and event updates to: asasfba@gmail.com.
Saturdays Weekly: Saturday Drum Circle
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Where: Pomeroy Center, 207 Skyline Blvd, San Francisco
What: Drum circles held on the first Saturday of the month from fall 2019 through February 2020. Come share good times with the drum circle hosted by Autism Families Bay Area and Pomeroy Center! This an open community space for children and adults with developmental and other disabilities, as well as neurotypical families, friends, and friends-to-be. No experience necessary -- this is a fun activity accessible to everyone of any level of functionality and skill. Upcoming events will be posted on the AFBA Facebook page. Check the AFBA Facebook page for cancellations or changes.
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Where: Pomeroy Center, 207 Skyline Blvd, San Francisco
What: Drum circles held on the first Saturday of the month from fall 2019 through February 2020. Come share good times with the drum circle hosted by Autism Families Bay Area and Pomeroy Center! This an open community space for children and adults with developmental and other disabilities, as well as neurotypical families, friends, and friends-to-be. No experience necessary -- this is a fun activity accessible to everyone of any level of functionality and skill. Upcoming events will be posted on the AFBA Facebook page. Check the AFBA Facebook page for cancellations or changes.
Saturdays Weekly: Dance for All - Inclusive Exercise Class
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Where: El Camino YMCA, 2400 Grant Rd, Mountain View, CA 94040
What: This weekly class offers a safe and accepting environment where differences are accepted without judgment and special need participants can exercise side-by-side with their family members and other Y members. Attendees participate in a series of dances, choreographed to popular music enjoyed by youth, as well as Pilates-based exercise that exposes them to moves they would find in a number of other Y classes.
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Where: El Camino YMCA, 2400 Grant Rd, Mountain View, CA 94040
What: This weekly class offers a safe and accepting environment where differences are accepted without judgment and special need participants can exercise side-by-side with their family members and other Y members. Attendees participate in a series of dances, choreographed to popular music enjoyed by youth, as well as Pilates-based exercise that exposes them to moves they would find in a number of other Y classes.
First Fridays Monthly: Movie Night at Northgate Mall
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: Drop in anytime between 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Northgate Food Court, at the tables in front of Subway, 7000 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, CA
What: This program is excellent for socializing, only 1.5 hours of this program is spent in the theater. Come join us in the center of the Food Court at the Northgate Mall to meet a gang of friends, see a movie(or not) and grab dinner at the food court or bring a bag dinner. We encourage healthy meal choices. We will be there to help you pick a movie and get to it on time. This program has little to no supervision; you must be able to get your own dinner, to sit through a movie, leave, and meet your transportation without assistance. People choose different movies and it is arranged that no one has to go alone to a show unless they want to.
More Info: http://recinc.org/programs/Movienight.htm
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: Drop in anytime between 4:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Where: Northgate Food Court, at the tables in front of Subway, 7000 Northgate Mall, San Rafael, CA
What: This program is excellent for socializing, only 1.5 hours of this program is spent in the theater. Come join us in the center of the Food Court at the Northgate Mall to meet a gang of friends, see a movie(or not) and grab dinner at the food court or bring a bag dinner. We encourage healthy meal choices. We will be there to help you pick a movie and get to it on time. This program has little to no supervision; you must be able to get your own dinner, to sit through a movie, leave, and meet your transportation without assistance. People choose different movies and it is arranged that no one has to go alone to a show unless they want to.
More Info: http://recinc.org/programs/Movienight.htm
(Most) Saturdays: e-dance Dance Class
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Where: Foster City Rec Center, Spirit Room, 650 Shell Blvd Foster City CA
What: Free, all-volunteer inclusive (typical and special needs) program that teaches children (boys & girls, 6 years old and up) coordination, flexibility and movement with music in a friendly, fun and family-like environment. To join in, come 15 minutes early to register and sign a waiver. Have your child in comfortable outfits and shoes (barefoot is allowed). Class will be in session on: 1/25; 2/1; 2/15; 2/22; 2/29; 3/7; 3/14; 3/21. For more info, email edancefostercity@gmail.com
CANCELED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Where: Foster City Rec Center, Spirit Room, 650 Shell Blvd Foster City CA
What: Free, all-volunteer inclusive (typical and special needs) program that teaches children (boys & girls, 6 years old and up) coordination, flexibility and movement with music in a friendly, fun and family-like environment. To join in, come 15 minutes early to register and sign a waiver. Have your child in comfortable outfits and shoes (barefoot is allowed). Class will be in session on: 1/25; 2/1; 2/15; 2/22; 2/29; 3/7; 3/14; 3/21. For more info, email edancefostercity@gmail.com
Closed Until Further Notice: AMC Sensory Friendly Films
Time: See participating theaters.
What: AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where we turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Our Sensory Friendly Film program is available on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Wednesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month.
More Info: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
Time: See participating theaters.
What: AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where we turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Our Sensory Friendly Film program is available on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Wednesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month.
More Info: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
What is included in our calendar:
Inclusion in the SFASA events calendar lies in the discretion of the SFASA Communications Committee. Criteria include:
• Event must take place in the Bay Area. We will occasionally list events outside of the Bay Area if they are major events of interest to local families.
• Event must offer beneficial experience or information to autism families and must be in line with our values as an organization.
• Event must be hosted by a nonprofit, or if hosted by a for-profit entity, must be free to participants.
SFASA provides this calendar as a public service, there is no charge for a listing.
Submissions: Please submit your event info (text, not as an attachment) to: info@sfautismsociety.org
Inclusion in the SFASA events calendar lies in the discretion of the SFASA Communications Committee. Criteria include:
• Event must take place in the Bay Area. We will occasionally list events outside of the Bay Area if they are major events of interest to local families.
• Event must offer beneficial experience or information to autism families and must be in line with our values as an organization.
• Event must be hosted by a nonprofit, or if hosted by a for-profit entity, must be free to participants.
SFASA provides this calendar as a public service, there is no charge for a listing.
Submissions: Please submit your event info (text, not as an attachment) to: info@sfautismsociety.org
Please share your event with us. See our criteria above. info@sfautismsociety.org.
The Autism Society of the San Francisco Bay Area provides information but it does not constitute medical or legal information. Referrals provided are suggestions to organizations that might help, but do not constitute a recommendation. The Autism Society cannot be held responsible for consequences that arise from individual dealings with a professional or organization. The Autism Society provides an I&R service but individuals must assume personal responsibility for what they do with the information provided. Inclusion of any organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval.
The Autism Society of the San Francisco Bay Area provides information but it does not constitute medical or legal information. Referrals provided are suggestions to organizations that might help, but do not constitute a recommendation. The Autism Society cannot be held responsible for consequences that arise from individual dealings with a professional or organization. The Autism Society provides an I&R service but individuals must assume personal responsibility for what they do with the information provided. Inclusion of any organization does not imply endorsement, and omission does not imply disapproval.