AUTISM-RELATED EVENTS
Hamilton County School Autism Workshop (continuation) When: Monday, Oct 15, 2012, Time: 6-7pm Where: Hixson Middle School – Library, 5681 Old Hixson Pike, Hixson Topic: How to help your child/student with Autism Spectrum Disorder become more independent as he/she progresses through school. Hamilton County Department of Education Exceptional Education invites you to attend an informative parent training session with Dr. Sue Kabot, Director, Clinical and Therapeutic Services with NOVA Southeastern University.
Chattanooga Autism Center Fall Festival
When: Sunday, October 21 2-5pm
Where: Mystery Dog Ranch, 975 Wooten Rd, Ringgold, GA 30736
Bring chairs. Concessions will be availalbe.
Kids can wear costumes if they want. Nothing too scary please. :-)
RSVP at our facebook event page:
www.facebook.com/events/147076172102376/An event for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders and their families, friends, and advocates. Fun activities for the whole Family!
Caramel Apple Making
Face Painting
Horseshoe
Pumpkin Painting
Horse Riding
Hay Rides
Corn-Hole
You can BRING your fishing poles & fish!
C-CAC autism support group [DATE AND LOCATION CHANGE]
When: Thursday, October 25, 2012 from 6:00 to 7:00pm
Where: Cleveland Public Library, Carmichael room, 795 Church Street, Cleveland, TN 37311:
What: Informal meet and greet. Light refreshments will be served. All families are welcome to meet and connect and help support each other. Check out their Facebook Group for more info on the Cleveland CAC and this PAGE for more on this support group.
Free Training Session
When: Monday, October 22, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:30pm
Where; Hamilton County Department of Education Board Room
Speaker: Mary Hollowell, SLP, with Stellar Therapy
Topic: Strategies for improving speech and language at home and at school and benefits of a team approach.
Click LINK to view or download invitation.
Free Autism Orientation
When: Tuesday, October 23rd 6:00 – 8:00pm
Where: Siskin, 2nd floor training rm, 1101 Carter St. Chattanooga
Speakers: Karen Weigle, PhD & Trish Cox
Workshop is conducted by an autism professional and a parent of a child with autism, this orientation is for parents of newly and previously diagnosed children, grandparents, caregivers, educators, therapists, psychologists, pediatricians and other medical professionals, and other interested community members.
This event is FREE, but enrollment is limited. Link to flier.
RSVP required: Contact Karen Coleman at karen.coleman@siskin.org or (423) 648-1754
PACT Meeting
When: Friday, October 26, 9:00am
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, suite 100
First PACT meeting after a long break. We'll provide updates on existing programs and get re-aquainted. This is a chance to get plugged into the autism community, present your ideas, and even create new programs. Ideas and action! We have to have the meeting earlier in the day because Hamilton County lets out at noon that Friday.
2nd annual KICK-A-THON FUNDRAISER
When: Saturday, October 27, 10:00
Where: Lookout Valley High School 350 Lookout High Street, Lookout Valley, TN 37415
Kids will have fun AND raise money for the CAC. Any child can participate. No martial arts training required. Kids spend a few weeks asking neighbors, friends, relatives to sponsor their number of kicks (for example, if a sponsor does $.05 per kick, 100 kicks raises $5, 200 kicks raises $10 and so on). During the event, the kids are given 5 minutes to produce as many kicks as possible while volunteers hold a target and count. Various prizes are given to participants who raise the most in donations (more kicks leads to more donations) and a prize goes to the person with the most kicks. Everyone leaves with goodies. Contact buck.dave@gmail.com and download pledge form to get started today!
Fall for a Cause - Fall festival
When: October 27th from 10:00am to 4pm.
Where: 1345 Hickory Valley Road, Chattanooga
What: The Scottish Rite is hosting an awareness event for Autism and for Cancer as well. There will be several of vendors (including the CAC) and a Chili Cookoff. Click HERE for a flier and more info.
River Maze/Pumpkin Patch Family outing
When: October 28, 3:00 to 4:30
Where: Ocoee, TN DIRECTIONS
$4.00 per person this price includes a hayride, 1 free token, and one ride on the cow train. Put on by the Cleveland CAC
Click LINK for more details.
Sensory-Sensitive Film: Disney's Wreck-It Ralph
When: Saturday, November 3rd, 10am to noon
Where: UEC Theater 14, 137 Pleasant Grove Rd SW. Cleveland, TN Cost; $5 per person. You can bring your own snacks! The lights aren't turned all the way down & the sound is not up too high. Talking & moving around is no big deal. It will just be JUST our families in there! If we can get good attendance on this movie, it can be an on going thing! More info on Facebook Event page.
Mothers Moving Mountains - Autism Support Group
When: November 10, 1-3pm
Where: 6201 Lee Highway, behind Nutrition World.
Speaker: Lisa A. Dupree, M.Ed., "Preparing Your Heart and Home for the Holidays."
This support group meets the 2nd Saturday of every month. Parking is free, children are welcome!
PINTS FOR AUTISM - SUNDAY NOVEMBER 11
Where: Honest Pint, 35 Patten Parkway, Chattanooga, TN 37402
When 5-10pm. Cost: $5 per adult.
Adults night out! (must be 21 or older). Great music and adult drinks. Excellent gifts and goodies you can get for cheap at the silent auction. All money goes to CAC. We'll have more info, but for now, clear your calendar. The inaugeral Pints for Autism event was VERY successful and well loved by those who attended. See more on Facebook.
Download this cool Flyer and post it!
Parents Night Out (respite)
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga TN, 37404
When: November 11, 4:30pm to 8:00pm
Cost: $25 per child and $10 for additional syblings.
Melissa Bennett is behavior specialist trained in ABA therapy and has developed a special program within the CAC to provide respite to parents and caregivers, but to enrich the participants’ lives through educational activities, sensory play and facilitated interactions with typical peers.
Open to children 2-16 with ASD and their siblings
• Trained staff with low ratio of children to adults
• Variety of Themed Activities
o Sensory
o Arts & Crafts
o Storytime
o Calm Room
o Educational Computer Games
Limited Space Availble – Reservations will be taken on a first come basis. Download Registration form and mail to the CAC. Email Melissa for more information.
H.O.P.E. - autism support group
When: Thursday, December 6, noon
Where: CAC, 1400 McCallie Avenue, suite 100
Helping Other Parents Excel. New support group at CAC is open to family members who wish to meet up and talk about positive experiences, helpful ideas that have worked for them, and help others solve problems in everyday life. For more info, contact Cynthia at cynjoyner@gmail.com or Alyce at 423-260-1115.