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
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
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.
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
Oct. 19 & Oct. 21: Sprout Film Festival
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Vallejo: 19th - The Rizza Auditorium, Cal Maritime campus; 21st - Dan Foley Cultural Center
What: The event on the 19ths opens at 5pm and the films begin at 6pm. General Admission: $25 / Regional Center Consumer: $15. The event on Monday, October 21st is from 10am - 12pm. This free screening is for individuals with I/DD who attend day programs in Solano County and for students of the Vallejo City Unified School District. Reserve tickets on-line at:
https://thearcsolano.org/how-to-help/sprouts-film-festival.html
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Vallejo: 19th - The Rizza Auditorium, Cal Maritime campus; 21st - Dan Foley Cultural Center
What: The event on the 19ths opens at 5pm and the films begin at 6pm. General Admission: $25 / Regional Center Consumer: $15. The event on Monday, October 21st is from 10am - 12pm. This free screening is for individuals with I/DD who attend day programs in Solano County and for students of the Vallejo City Unified School District. Reserve tickets on-line at:
https://thearcsolano.org/how-to-help/sprouts-film-festival.html
Saturday, Oct. 19: Pajaro Valley Bilingual Conference
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
Where: E.A. Hall Middle School, 201 Brewington Avenue, Watsonville
What: Pajaro Valley Conference for families and allies of children with special needs--come and learn how to support students with special needs. Hear from experts about special education rights, stress relief tips and exercises, post secondary services: what happens after high school, and more. All workshops in Spanish and English. Childcare available for ages 3 to 11, please call to reserve childcare: Elizabeth Chavez (831) 722-2800 or email echavez@spinsc.org. Click here for flyer in English; click here for flyer in Spanish.
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 1:35 p.m.
Where: E.A. Hall Middle School, 201 Brewington Avenue, Watsonville
What: Pajaro Valley Conference for families and allies of children with special needs--come and learn how to support students with special needs. Hear from experts about special education rights, stress relief tips and exercises, post secondary services: what happens after high school, and more. All workshops in Spanish and English. Childcare available for ages 3 to 11, please call to reserve childcare: Elizabeth Chavez (831) 722-2800 or email echavez@spinsc.org. Click here for flyer in English; click here for flyer in Spanish.
Sunday, Oct. 20: Autism On Tap
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: O'Malley's Sports Pub, 2135 Old Middlefield Road, Mountain View
What: Autism On Tap returns October 20! Come network and relax with friends, new and old. Parents and adults with autism (21 and up) are welcome! This is a casual buy-your-own-drinks events. Find us at the tables in the rear of the pub. No need to RSVP, just show up, but if you have any questions, please email us at info@sfautismsociety.org.
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where: O'Malley's Sports Pub, 2135 Old Middlefield Road, Mountain View
What: Autism On Tap returns October 20! Come network and relax with friends, new and old. Parents and adults with autism (21 and up) are welcome! This is a casual buy-your-own-drinks events. Find us at the tables in the rear of the pub. No need to RSVP, just show up, but if you have any questions, please email us at info@sfautismsociety.org.
Tuesday, Oct. 22: AMC Sensory Friendly Films: Zombieland 2 (R)
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
Friday, Oct. 25: Halloween Spooktacular
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clara Senior Center, 1303 Fremont St. Santa Clara, CA
What: Santa Clara, San Jose, and Sunnyvale jointly present the Halloween Spooktacular party for special needs individuals 16 and older. Admission is $7.00 at the door, snacks provided. Wear your costume! No masks or weapons, please. For more information, contact Lauren Council at lcouncil@santaclaraca.gov or by phone at 408-615-3169.
Time: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.
Where: Santa Clara Senior Center, 1303 Fremont St. Santa Clara, CA
What: Santa Clara, San Jose, and Sunnyvale jointly present the Halloween Spooktacular party for special needs individuals 16 and older. Admission is $7.00 at the door, snacks provided. Wear your costume! No masks or weapons, please. For more information, contact Lauren Council at lcouncil@santaclaraca.gov or by phone at 408-615-3169.
Saturday, Oct. 26: AMC Sensory Friendly Films: The Addams Family (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
Monday, Oct. 28: STAR Spotlight Series: Structured TEACCHing Principles
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: STAR Center, 401 Parnassus Avenue (Langley Porter Auditorium, LP-190), San Francisco
What: Structured TEACChing is an array of teaching principles and strategies based on learning characteristics and social communication abilities associated with ASD. It is a framework within which educational and therapeutic goals can be achieved and includes the following: Physical organization, individualized schedules, work systems, and visual structure of materials. This presentation will introduce the audience to the principles of the intervention and identify ways that the strategies can be incorporated into the lives of school age children with ASD. Click here to RSVP.
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Where: STAR Center, 401 Parnassus Avenue (Langley Porter Auditorium, LP-190), San Francisco
What: Structured TEACChing is an array of teaching principles and strategies based on learning characteristics and social communication abilities associated with ASD. It is a framework within which educational and therapeutic goals can be achieved and includes the following: Physical organization, individualized schedules, work systems, and visual structure of materials. This presentation will introduce the audience to the principles of the intervention and identify ways that the strategies can be incorporated into the lives of school age children with ASD. Click here to RSVP.
Sunday, Nov. 3: Magic Dance Arts Dance-a-Thon!
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Willow Glen High School Theater, 2001 Cottle Ave, San Jose, CA
What: Bring your appetite because Little Caesars will be sponsoring the entire event! Water will also be provided for participants. This event is a fundraiser to raise funds for our nonprofit dance company. Our goal is to be able provide more inclusive dance classes within our community. We would like to ask that each individual participant raise $10. To encourage family participation, we ask that families of three or more raise $30 to participate. Please visit magicdancearts.com/danceathon for information and to register.
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Where: Willow Glen High School Theater, 2001 Cottle Ave, San Jose, CA
What: Bring your appetite because Little Caesars will be sponsoring the entire event! Water will also be provided for participants. This event is a fundraiser to raise funds for our nonprofit dance company. Our goal is to be able provide more inclusive dance classes within our community. We would like to ask that each individual participant raise $10. To encourage family participation, we ask that families of three or more raise $30 to participate. Please visit magicdancearts.com/danceathon for information and to register.
Nov. 8 - 10: Synchrony 2019 - International Symposium on Translational Research in Autism
Where: Pleansanton, CA or Live Stream Online
What: Synchrony is an annual symposium on translational research in autism presented by The Brain Foundation. The last day (Nov 10) is open to the public to learn about evidence-based research on treatments for co-morbidities and core impairments in autism. Presenters include principal investigators of clinical trials and researchers from top universities around the country. Early bird pricing ends soon! November 8 and 9 are research days, featuring research roundtables and talks. Medical professionals can register for free. Click here for information and registration.
Where: Pleansanton, CA or Live Stream Online
What: Synchrony is an annual symposium on translational research in autism presented by The Brain Foundation. The last day (Nov 10) is open to the public to learn about evidence-based research on treatments for co-morbidities and core impairments in autism. Presenters include principal investigators of clinical trials and researchers from top universities around the country. Early bird pricing ends soon! November 8 and 9 are research days, featuring research roundtables and talks. Medical professionals can register for free. Click here for information and registration.
Tuesday, Nov. 12: Emma Prusch All-Inclusive Playground Community Meeting
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Emma Prusch Farm Park Meeting Hall, 647 S. King Road, San José, CA
What: The Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services invites you to come share your thoughts on the all-inclusive playground project at Emma Prusch Farm Park. If you cannot attend the meeting, watch for a survey on social media to be posted after the meeting. For more information, please contact Hayde Pacheco at 408-793-4179 or hayde.pacheco@sanjoseca.gov.
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Where: Emma Prusch Farm Park Meeting Hall, 647 S. King Road, San José, CA
What: The Department of Parks, Recreation and Neighborhood Services invites you to come share your thoughts on the all-inclusive playground project at Emma Prusch Farm Park. If you cannot attend the meeting, watch for a survey on social media to be posted after the meeting. For more information, please contact Hayde Pacheco at 408-793-4179 or hayde.pacheco@sanjoseca.gov.
Saturday, Nov. 16: Girls on the Spectrum Part II/Continuing the Conversation
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Marin County Office of Education, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael
What: Professionals Share Knowledge: Dr. Lauren Libero Ph.D. (Department of Developmental Services/MIND Institute) founder of Women Support Group; Dr. Vanessa P. Reinhardt UC Davis MIND Institute/Research; Dr. Michela Traglia/Molecular Genetics/UCSF; Dr. Anna Vagin, Speech, Language Pathologist; fathers and grandfathers share, women on the Spectrum Share--join the discussion. Tickets are $25.00 but free for those with financial hardship, contact karensupportsu@comcast.net or 415-497-3751. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Where: Marin County Office of Education, 1111 Las Gallinas Avenue, San Rafael
What: Professionals Share Knowledge: Dr. Lauren Libero Ph.D. (Department of Developmental Services/MIND Institute) founder of Women Support Group; Dr. Vanessa P. Reinhardt UC Davis MIND Institute/Research; Dr. Michela Traglia/Molecular Genetics/UCSF; Dr. Anna Vagin, Speech, Language Pathologist; fathers and grandfathers share, women on the Spectrum Share--join the discussion. Tickets are $25.00 but free for those with financial hardship, contact karensupportsu@comcast.net or 415-497-3751. Click here to purchase tickets and for more information.
Saturday, Nov. 16: 2019 Adult Autism/DD Conference
Time: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Li Ka Shing Center, Stanford University
What: The annual all-day conference aimed at the pragmatic informational needs of parents, caregivers and professionals who have the responsibility to support and help make plans for teens and adults with autism or related developmental disabilities. Featuring more than 40 speakers. 400+ attendees, information tables and sponsor tables. Presented by Autism Society San Francisco Bay Area and Stanford Autism Center. Registration now open! Visit the Conference page here.
Time: 8:15 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Where: Li Ka Shing Center, Stanford University
What: The annual all-day conference aimed at the pragmatic informational needs of parents, caregivers and professionals who have the responsibility to support and help make plans for teens and adults with autism or related developmental disabilities. Featuring more than 40 speakers. 400+ attendees, information tables and sponsor tables. Presented by Autism Society San Francisco Bay Area and Stanford Autism Center. Registration now open! Visit the Conference page here.
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.