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| Here are the details on the Autism Society of San Diego's programs, activities, services and events for the month of March. Please click on the embedded links or feel free to contact us at 858.715.0678 for more information. |
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THE AUTISM SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO HONORS BELOVED AUTISM EDUCATOR, SIRI MARTIN ANDREWS, AT THE CHAD HEALTH HERO AWARDS
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Combined Health Agencies (CHAD) of San Diego will present its annual Hero Health Hero Awards for 2011 on March 16 at The Prado Ballroom in Balboa Park from 7:30-9:30 a.m. The heroes being recognized with these awards have given freely of their time, talent, and resources to improve the health and well-being of the people of San Diego County. The Autism Society of San Diego has nominated the late, Siri Martin Andrews, as its Health Hero of 2011. Ms. Andrews, Ph.D, BCBA-D, who recently passed away at the age of 34, after a long battle with cancer, touched the lives of so many through her tireless and dedicated work on behalf of individuals with autism.
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SEEKING SPONSORS AND AUCTION DONATIONS FOR ALL OUT FOR AUTISM, OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA TO BENEFIT CAMP ICAN AND OTHER RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS 
The Autism Society' San Diego's 11th annual, $100,000 "All Out For Autism" fundraiser gala will be held on Saturday, May 7, 2011, 6-11 p.m., at the Del Mar Racetrack Mission Tower, with VIP red carpet festivities beginning in the Plaza de Mexico. The theme of next year's event will be centered around old Classic Hollywood. Ladies can enter the "Win-Lose-Show" favorite hat contest and enjoy the live and silent auction and raffle, live big band music, swing dance show, comfort food stations thru the eras, and many more details to come! All proceeds benefit Camp I CAN (Camp Including Children with Autism Now), and aquatic programs and services for children and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders. We are actively seeking event sponsorship and auction donations Please contact Event Chair, Tila Cota, at (619) 846-1390 for more information, or via email at tila@tilacota.com.
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CENTRAL AND NORTH COUNTY MONTHLY SUPPORT GROUPS WILL SOON BE MEETING QUARTERLY
 We are excited to see so much interest in both our daytime, Autism though the Lifespan collaborative support group, and our new evening group, Families & Friends of Adults on the Spectrum, both meeting in central San Diego. With this in mind and in keeping with our mission of using our resources as wisely as possible and serving as many families as we can, we will be making some changes in our North County and Central San Diego Information and Support Group meetings starting this spring. Both San Diego Central and North County Evening Info and Support Group meeting will be held quarterly with occasional shared meeting for larger events. High interest topics and events like Teacher and Caregiver Appreciation, Sibling Panels, Recreational and Community Resources and How to Obtain Quality Services will continue to be a focus of these meetings with an emphasis on all ages across the spectrum. Please watch for an announcement coming soon for our upcoming shared event recognising Teachers, Caregivers and Businesses who have gone that extra mile for a loved one with autism. |
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AUTISM FRIENDLY DINING EVERY MONTH AT DENNY'S
Enjoy autism friendly dining every third Sunday of the month at Denny's in Del Mar. March's "Meet & Eat"will take place on:
Sunday, March 20, 2011
from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Denny's Del Mar
2203 Via De La Valle
Del Mar, CA 92014
858-755-3806
The restuarant manager at Denny's in Del Mar has genrously offered to provide us with accommodations to make restaurant dining fun and relaxing for everyone once a month.
- A large private room where the entrance/exit can be monitored
- Friendly and patient wait staff
- Dedicated fryer and oil for allergy/intolerance concerns
- An "easy atmosphere" where noise and unusual behavior are understood
Please plan to join us for the beginning of what we hop will become a long and happy friendship between Denny's Restuarant in Del Mar and the Autism Society of San Diego
Future "Meet & Eat" events will be held on the 3rd Sunday of each month. Mark your calendars! |
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CAMP I CAN REGISTRATION OPENS MARCH 21, 2011
 We are gearing up for the 2011 season of Camp ICAN (Camp Including Children with Autism Now), the only camp of its kind in the county specifically designed for kids and teens on the autism spectrum. Registration forms will be available at the Autism Society of San Diego website starting on March 10. Please visit: www.sd-autism.org for camp schedules, additional camp information and to download this year's registration form. Registration will open on March 21, 2011. |
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SUPPORT GROUP FOR FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF ADULTS ON THE SPECTRUM
 Come join us on March 8, 2011, for our second meeting to support families of adults, both young and old, with ASD. Share and learn together the challenges and victories as they evolve and transition through life. This group will be led by our chapter president, Shirley Fett, a mother of two young men with autism.
We are meeting the 2nd Tuesday of each month
Please Join Us
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
United Way Building
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92123
Light refreshments will be served
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AMC THEATERS AND THE AUTISM SOCIETY
PRESENT
SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS
Two Locations in San Diego
Don't miss the next Sensory Friendly Film
Mars Needs Moms Saturday, March 12, 2011
10:00 a.m.
AMC Mission Valley 640 Camino Del Rio North San Diego, CA 92108
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AMC Palm Promenade 770 Dennery Rd. San Diego, CA 92154
Admission: $6
AMC Entertainment (AMC) and the Autism Society have teamed up to bring families affected by autism and other disabilities a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program.
In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing - in other words, AMC's "Silence is Golden®" policy will not be enforced unless the safety of the audience is questioned.
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INVOLVED EXCEPTIONAL PARENTS (IEP) DAY
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SAN DIEGO MARCH 19
Involved Exceptional Parents Day (IEP Day) is a unique one-day conference for parents of children with special needs and the professionals who work with them. For the best interest of these special children, nearly 300 parents and professionals come together each year, to learn in a collaborative effort.
This year's conference, our 28th, will be on Saturday, March 19, 2011 at the Handlery Hotel in Mission Valley. The theme will be: Resources for Family Success.
To register or for more information, please visit: www.iepday.org or call Barbie Lynch at 858-576-2966. |
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ASPIES & FRIENDS: AN ACTIVIY/SOCIAL GROUP FOR ADULTS ON THE SPECTRUM
 This support/social group provides a casual, safe, family-like environment where young adults can form lifelong friendships and network with one another. Every event will revolve around a fun, low cost activity that will bring the group together while working on the formation of new and existing social skills.There are no events scheduled for March. The next event is an outing to the Renaissance Faire at Felicita Park on April 2, 2011 . For more information or to RSVP, please visit the Group's Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=153406191354571&v=info or contact the Autism Society of San DIego office at (858) 715-0678 or by e-mailing: info@sd-autism.org |
NORTH COUNTY FAMILY GYM NIGHT 
Join other families with autistic children at a Family Fun Gymnastic Night in north county. Our north county Camp I CAN partner, the Palomar Family YMCA, will provide the gymnasium equipment and bounce house, and together we will provide the fun! Bring the entire family for an enjoyable, relaxing night of family recreation. We will have food from El Pollo Loco and drinks, but feel free to bring an item to share potluck style.
Please spread the word!
Saturday, March 26, 2011 6:00- 8:00 pm Palomar Family YMCA 1050 North Broadway Escondido, CA 92026 ** Admission is free but a $5 donation per family would be greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of food and venue |
CENTRAL SAN DIEGO MONTHLY PIZZA AND POOL PARTY
Every second Friday of the month
Friday, March 11, 2011 6:00 - 8:00 pm Boys and Girls Club 4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92117
Bring the entire family to enjoy a swim in an indoor, heated pool with free pizza and drinks. Lifeguards are provided. For safety purposes, no floatation devices or "floaties" are permitted. A special thank you to Aqua Pros for making this event possible. No RSVPs needed.
** Admission is free but a $5 donation per family would be greatly appreciated to help cover the cost of the food and venue
** Unfortunately, we will no longer be serving GFCF pizza. If you have specific dietary restrictions, feel free to bring your own food
** For the safety of your children, we ask that you do not enter the pool area until 6:00 pm SPONSOR A POOL PARTY
Would you like exposure for your company or organization while contributing to a great cause? Become a monthly pool party sponsor! Contact the Autism Society of San Diego office at
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MONTHLY AUTISM SUPPORT GROUP: AUTISM THROUGH THE LIFESPAN
 Please join other parents, caregivers and professionals at this monthly information and support group meeting near downtown San Diego. A joint collaboration between the Autism Society of San Diego and the San Diego Unified School District, this information and support group discusses Autism Through the Lifespan. Each month focuses on a different age and stage of development.
Each meeting features an expert speaker, an ASA parent mentor and the opportunity to ask questions and network. These meetings are free and open to all.
March's Meeting Topic:
"Transition to Middle School "
Thursday, March 17, 2011
Ballard Parent Center in Old Town
2375 Congress Street
San Diego, CA 92111
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SUPPORT AND INFORMATIONAL GROUPS
Greater San Diego Meeting
FYI: The Central San Diego Support Group will no longer meet on a monthly basis. Starting this spring, this support group will meet on a quarterly basis. Please see article in the main section above for more information.
United Way/CHAD Building
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA
North County Meeting
FYI: This is the last North County Support Group to be meeting on a monthly basis. Starting this spring, this support group will meet on a quarterly basis. Please see article in the main section above for more information.
7:00 - 8:30 pm
Palomar Family YMCA
1050 North Broadway
Escondido, CA
March's meeting will feature speech pathologist, Janet Dudley, of Social Communications Specialists, a speech and language clinic in Sorrento Valley that specializes in improving social communication skills for children and teens on the autism spectrum Coffee Talk
The second Wednesday of every month
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
9:00 am
Panera Bakery
401 Vista Village Drive
Vista, CA
Sit...Chat...Relax
Spanish Support Group/Grupo de Apoyo en Espanol
The second Monday of every month
Saint Rose of Lima Parish
Monday, March 7, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 pm
293 "H" Street
Chula Vista, CA 91910
Telefono: 800-281-8252
Nuestro próximo reunión va ser el 7 de Marzo, 2011,
6p.m. - 8 p.m.
Mismo Lugar
Nos vemos pronto!
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SAVE THE DATE
JOIN A FUNDRAISING WALK AND ENJOY A MEAL FROM PANDA EXPRESS WITH PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT THE AUTISM SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO
 Help us support those who support us! Poway High School senior, Ron Machamer, is putting on a walk to benefit the Autism Society of San Diego on April 23, 2011 at 8:00 a.m. at Silverset Park in Poway. It is sure to be a fun, family-filled event. You can even bring your pooch! All proceeds to benefit The Autism Society of San Diego. More details to come!
After the walk, refuel at Panda Express in Scripps Ranch. Panda Express, located at 12030 Scripps Summit Drive, is hosting a fundraiser the same weekend and will give 20% of your purchase to the Autism Society of San Diego. Pick up a flier at the walk or visit our website at: www.sd-autism.org to print a copy. The flier link will be active  soon. Stay tuned for more details! |
SAVE THE DATE
Splash For Cash 2011  Splash for Cash, our annual swim-a-thon fundraiser forAutism Society of San Diego Surf Camp and other aquatic programs is coming! This year's event is scheduled for June 5, 2011 and will once again take place at Aqua Pros Swim School at the Boys and Girls Club in Clairemont. Stay tuned for more details! See ya in the pool! |
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