SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA AUTISM COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Saturdays Weekly: Saturday Drum Circle
Time: 1 - 2pm
Where: Pomeroy Center, 207 Skyline Blvd, San Francisco
What: Come share good times with the new drum circle hosted by Autism Fun 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.
RSVP requested, though not required: info.autismfunbayarea@gmail.com
Check the AFBA website or Facebook page for any cancellations due to air quality or weather.
Time: 1 - 2pm
Where: Pomeroy Center, 207 Skyline Blvd, San Francisco
What: Come share good times with the new drum circle hosted by Autism Fun 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.
RSVP requested, though not required: info.autismfunbayarea@gmail.com
Check the AFBA website or Facebook page for any cancellations due to air quality or weather.
Saturdays Weekly: Dance for All - Inclusive Exercise Class
Time: 1 - 2pm
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.
More Info: http://www.ymcasv.org/pdfs/ECyouthactivities.pdf
Time: 1 - 2pm
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.
More Info: http://www.ymcasv.org/pdfs/ECyouthactivities.pdf
July 18 - September 5: Cityscape Exhibit
Time: Gallery hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 10:00 - 5:00, Thurs 10:00 - 7:00, and Saturdays 12:00 - 5:00
Where: Creativity Explored Gallery, 3245 Sixteenth Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
What: Creativity Explored, the premier nonprofit visual art studio and gallery for artists with developmental disabilities, is pleased to present Cityscape, an artistic exploration of urban environments curated by CE artist Isaac Haney-Owens. The exhibit will run from July 18th through September 5th. For complete details, click here.
Time: Gallery hours: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 10:00 - 5:00, Thurs 10:00 - 7:00, and Saturdays 12:00 - 5:00
Where: Creativity Explored Gallery, 3245 Sixteenth Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
What: Creativity Explored, the premier nonprofit visual art studio and gallery for artists with developmental disabilities, is pleased to present Cityscape, an artistic exploration of urban environments curated by CE artist Isaac Haney-Owens. The exhibit will run from July 18th through September 5th. For complete details, click here.
Saturday, Aug. 24: Second Annual African-American Conference for Individuals and Families of Individuals with Special Needs
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (registration 8:00 - 8:45)
Where: San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Avenue, Ste. 200, San Jose, CA 95119
What: You are invited to come and learn more about San Andreas Regional Center and resources in your community, such as: Informational Services, Housing, Respite, Job Coaching, Case Management, Day Programs and Activities, Advocacy Keynote speaker: Judge Shelyna Brown. For details on registration, click here.
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (registration 8:00 - 8:45)
Where: San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Avenue, Ste. 200, San Jose, CA 95119
What: You are invited to come and learn more about San Andreas Regional Center and resources in your community, such as: Informational Services, Housing, Respite, Job Coaching, Case Management, Day Programs and Activities, Advocacy Keynote speaker: Judge Shelyna Brown. For details on registration, click here.
Saturday, August 24: AMC Sensory Friendly Films: Angry Birds 2 (PG)
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 Tuesday 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 Tuesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month.
More Info: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
Tuesday, August 27: AMC Sensory Friendly Films: Scary Stories To Tell In the Dark (PG13)
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 Tuesday 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 Tuesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month.
More Info: https://www.amctheatres.com/programs/sensory-friendly-films
Sept. 5 - Oct. 24: Mindfulness Skill for Parents
Time: Morning Course: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. OR Evening Course: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where - Morning Course: Stanford Children’s Health Specialty Services Building: 1195 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale
Where - Evening Course: Stanford Psychiatry Building, 401 Quarry Rd, Stanford
What: This popular 8-week course offers instruction in mindfulness practices including meditation and its application for reducing stress and cultivating self-compassion. The program includes didactic presentations, guided meditations and time for dialogue and sharing around how mindfulness can address parenting challenges. For complete details and registration: https://med.stanford.edu/autismcenter/EducationandTraining/mindfulness.html
Time: Morning Course: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. OR Evening Course: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where - Morning Course: Stanford Children’s Health Specialty Services Building: 1195 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale
Where - Evening Course: Stanford Psychiatry Building, 401 Quarry Rd, Stanford
What: This popular 8-week course offers instruction in mindfulness practices including meditation and its application for reducing stress and cultivating self-compassion. The program includes didactic presentations, guided meditations and time for dialogue and sharing around how mindfulness can address parenting challenges. For complete details and registration: https://med.stanford.edu/autismcenter/EducationandTraining/mindfulness.html
Saturday, Sept. 7: KEENfit Field Day and Resource Fair
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco State University - West Campus Green
What: KEENfit Field Day is KEEN's annual outdoor athletic event produced by A Runners Mind Productions and the fun activities on the field are accessible to athletes of all abilities! All KEENfit Athletes will be matched 1:1 with a KEENfit coach. Please RSVP HERE. Registered athletes who will be participating in this event get an "all-access pass" to KEENfit games and activities! Get moving in the fun-run, stretch out to accessible yoga, and boogie in the dance class. Share what you're proud of and make new friends! Parents and friends can browse the Resource Fair and meet local service providers from the community.
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco State University - West Campus Green
What: KEENfit Field Day is KEEN's annual outdoor athletic event produced by A Runners Mind Productions and the fun activities on the field are accessible to athletes of all abilities! All KEENfit Athletes will be matched 1:1 with a KEENfit coach. Please RSVP HERE. Registered athletes who will be participating in this event get an "all-access pass" to KEENfit games and activities! Get moving in the fun-run, stretch out to accessible yoga, and boogie in the dance class. Share what you're proud of and make new friends! Parents and friends can browse the Resource Fair and meet local service providers from the community.
Sunday, Sept. 8: SFASA Pool Party!
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. NEW DATE!
Where: AnT Swim School, 520 West Virginia Street, San Jose (near 280/Bird)
What: SFASA's summer pool parties are events where families can enjoy an afternoon at a pool with their children with special needs. The pool is mostly shallow and fairly warm. Some snacks and pool toys are provided. The events are free (donations gratefully accepted, however) but pre-registration is required. Registration opens about two weeks prior to each of the six events. Click here for complete details and registration.
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. NEW DATE!
Where: AnT Swim School, 520 West Virginia Street, San Jose (near 280/Bird)
What: SFASA's summer pool parties are events where families can enjoy an afternoon at a pool with their children with special needs. The pool is mostly shallow and fairly warm. Some snacks and pool toys are provided. The events are free (donations gratefully accepted, however) but pre-registration is required. Registration opens about two weeks prior to each of the six events. Click here for complete details and registration.
Sept. 12 - Dec. 12: Mixed Media Class
Time: Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Where: 2124 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City
What: Presented by Opening Doors Parent Teacher Association and Artists on Wheels, for children 7 and up of all abilities. We believe that every child should have the opportunity to explore and create art, including kids with disabilities. Our curriculum is designed with our special kids in mind! Projects are subject to change depending on participants' ability and interest. Cost is $100 and includes all sessions and materials, financial assistance is available. Click here for registration and details.
Time: Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Where: 2124 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City
What: Presented by Opening Doors Parent Teacher Association and Artists on Wheels, for children 7 and up of all abilities. We believe that every child should have the opportunity to explore and create art, including kids with disabilities. Our curriculum is designed with our special kids in mind! Projects are subject to change depending on participants' ability and interest. Cost is $100 and includes all sessions and materials, financial assistance is available. Click here for registration and details.
Saturday, Sept. 21: Stanford Special Needs Appreciation Football Game
Time: Kickoff TBD
Where: Stanford Stadium, Stanford
What: Gatepath is thrilled to partner with Stanford Athletics for the fourth annual Stanford Special Needs Appreciation Football Game when the Stanford Cardinal face the Oregon Ducks! Take the entire family and enjoy a fun tailgate BBQ prior to the game! The ticket and tailgate package includes admission to the game, tailgate BBQ at Jimmy V's Sports Café, raffle prizes and a special appearance from the Stanford Cheer Team! Tickets are on sale now and are available with and without a tailgate package. For tickets: https://give.gatepath.org/event/stanford-special-needs-appreciation-game/e236024
Time: Kickoff TBD
Where: Stanford Stadium, Stanford
What: Gatepath is thrilled to partner with Stanford Athletics for the fourth annual Stanford Special Needs Appreciation Football Game when the Stanford Cardinal face the Oregon Ducks! Take the entire family and enjoy a fun tailgate BBQ prior to the game! The ticket and tailgate package includes admission to the game, tailgate BBQ at Jimmy V's Sports Café, raffle prizes and a special appearance from the Stanford Cheer Team! Tickets are on sale now and are available with and without a tailgate package. For tickets: https://give.gatepath.org/event/stanford-special-needs-appreciation-game/e236024
Wednesday, Sept. 25: SCDD Community Outreach and Regional Advisory Committee Meeting
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m (networking 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Marin Co Office of Education, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael
What: Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to share input, issues and concerns with the Regional Advisory Committee
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m (networking 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Marin Co Office of Education, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael
What: Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to share input, issues and concerns with the Regional Advisory Committee
Saturday, Sept. 28: IEP Workshop
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Redwood Shores Public Library, 399 Marine Pkwy, Redwood City CA 94065
What: As the parent of a child with special needs, you represent your child's interests in IEP meetings. When you negotiate effectively with the school, you increase the odds that your child will receive a quality education program. In this workshop, we will cover: How to prepare for an IEP meeting, How to review the IEP document before you sign, Common mistakes parents make in IEP meetings, How to address behavior problems in the IEP, Placement decisions- factors to consider, How to resolve Parent-School Disputes. Please register HERE.
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Redwood Shores Public Library, 399 Marine Pkwy, Redwood City CA 94065
What: As the parent of a child with special needs, you represent your child's interests in IEP meetings. When you negotiate effectively with the school, you increase the odds that your child will receive a quality education program. In this workshop, we will cover: How to prepare for an IEP meeting, How to review the IEP document before you sign, Common mistakes parents make in IEP meetings, How to address behavior problems in the IEP, Placement decisions- factors to consider, How to resolve Parent-School Disputes. Please register HERE.
Sept. 28: Pivotal Response Training Conference
Where: Li Ka Shing Conference Center, Stanford University
What: Innovative, Naturalistic Intervention Strategies for Autism Spectrum Disorders - families, school staff, and other professionals welcome! All Attendees will receive Level I PRT Certification. Click here for information and registration.
Where: Li Ka Shing Conference Center, Stanford University
What: Innovative, Naturalistic Intervention Strategies for Autism Spectrum Disorders - families, school staff, and other professionals welcome! All Attendees will receive Level I PRT Certification. Click here for information and registration.
Saturday, Oct. 5: Special Needs Resource Fair
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Sobrato Center for Nonprofits, 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
What: Connect with more than 80 organizations, companies, and providers that focus on our loved ones with special needs. The 2019 Special Needs Resource Fair is a joint project of Parents Helping Parents and Special Needs Professionals of Silicon Valley. No RSVP Required!
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Sobrato Center for Nonprofits, 1400 Parkmoor Avenue, San Jose, CA 95126
What: Connect with more than 80 organizations, companies, and providers that focus on our loved ones with special needs. The 2019 Special Needs Resource Fair is a joint project of Parents Helping Parents and Special Needs Professionals of Silicon Valley. No RSVP Required!
Thursday, Oct. 17: Autism Science Foundation Day of Learning
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: The City Club of San Francisco, 155 Sansome Street, 10th Floor, Main Dining Room
What: TED-style autism conference featuring 15-minute distillations of critical issues from experts in the field of autism science and research. Tickets include breakfast, lunch, and a dessert buffet. To view the line-up of speakers, register, and purchase tickets, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autism-science-foundation-day-of-learning-west-tickets-59927804677
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: The City Club of San Francisco, 155 Sansome Street, 10th Floor, Main Dining Room
What: TED-style autism conference featuring 15-minute distillations of critical issues from experts in the field of autism science and research. Tickets include breakfast, lunch, and a dessert buffet. To view the line-up of speakers, register, and purchase tickets, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/autism-science-foundation-day-of-learning-west-tickets-59927804677
Saturday, Nov. 16: 2019 Annual Conference Presented by Autism Society SFBA & Stanford Autism Center
Where: Li Ka Shing Center, Stanford University
What: Save the date! Visit our conference page for sponsorship information and further details. Proposals accepted through July 31st.
Where: Li Ka Shing Center, Stanford University
What: Save the date! Visit our conference page for sponsorship information and further details. Proposals accepted through July 31st.
Wednesday, Dec. 4: SCDD Community Outreach and Regional Advisory Committee Meeting
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m (networking 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Alameda County Regional Center of the East Bay, 500 Davis Street, Griffin A Conference Room, San Leandro
What: Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to share input, issues and concerns with the Regional Advisory Committee
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m (networking 6:30 - 7:00 p.m.)
Where: Alameda County Regional Center of the East Bay, 500 Davis Street, Griffin A Conference Room, San Leandro
What: Members of the public are welcome and encouraged to share input, issues and concerns with the Regional Advisory Committee
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.