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Autism Society of San Diego E-Newsletter

YOUR LINK TO THE SAN DIEGO AUTISM COMMUNITY

JUNE, 2011

In This Issue

Splash for Cash

Membership Changes

Camp I CAN

Surf Camp Registration

Save the Date: Ride for Autism

Sensory Friendly Film

North County Pool Party

Pizza and Pool Party

Aspies and Friends

Support Group for Families of Adults with ASD

East County Support Group Interest

Support Groups

Here are the details on the Autism Society of San Diego's programs, activities, services and events for the month of June. Please click on the embedded links or feel free to contact us at 858.715.0678 for more information.

THIS SUNDAY! DON'T MISS IT!!

SPLASH FOR CASH

OUR ANNUAL FUNDRAISER FOR SURF CAMP AND AQUATIC PROGRAMS

Splash for Cash, our annual swim-a-thon fundraiser for Autism Society of San Diego Surf Camp and other aquatic programs is Coming! This year's event is scheduled for June 5, 2011, from 8:00 am until 2:00 pm, and will once again take place at Aqua Pros Swim School at the Boys and Girls Club in Clairemont.

This one of a kind fundraiser is open to all swimmers, from recreational to competitive and for those who enjoy splashing around in the pool. This is not a race and you do not need to swim or be present all day. Come and enjoy a fun event at the pool! Recruit your friends, family, co-workers and teammates to help raise funds.

Besides all the fun & excitement there will be, "Swimmer in the Pool" prizes, a giant waterslide (from 9:00-1:00), a silent auction, as well as a delicious breakfast & lunch prepared & served by San Diego Firefighters!

PARTICIPANTS WHO RAISE AT LEAST $100 WILL BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO ENROLL ONE CAMPER FOR SURF CAMP THE DAY OF SPLASH FOR CASH. ALL OTHERS WILL NOT BE ABLE TO REGISTER UNTIL JUNE 6.

To register, donate or start a team, click here

The money raised from Splash for Cash wil determine how many spaces will be available for Surf Camp this year. If your child has enjoyed Surf Camp in previous years and/or would like to attend this summer, please show your support by participating in this great event!

COMING UP: THE AUTISM SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO'S ANNUAL MEETING AND ELECTIONS

Please join us on Tuesday, June 21 for the Autism Society of San Diego's annual meeting.

We will be holding our upcoming board of director elections, hearing a summary of the past year's accomplishments and thanking last year's board for all of their dedication and hard work.

Light refreshments will be served.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011 from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

United Way/CHAD Building, located at 4699 Murphy Canyon Rd.

in San Diego, 92123

ANNOUNCING AUTISM SOCIETY OF SAN DIEGO MEMBERSHIP CHANGES, EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY

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Membership in the Autsim Society will be changing. The National Autism Society in Bethesda, MA, has made the decision at the national level to retain all membership fees collected. From this point forward, any membership dues paid to national will no longer provide any support for local programs here in San Diego.

In response, and in order to provide our local members the option of supporting local programming, we have reinstated a local membership option. You will not automatically become a member of the local autism society chapter UNLESS you specifically join the local chapter. You may choose to join the local chapter (Autism Society of San Diego), the national organization (Autism Society of America) or both.

Autism Society San Diego membership fees are $40 per year. Membership benefits include reduced fee for Camp I CAN, eligibility for Surf Camp and more. Financial assistance for membership dues is available by contacting our office at info@sd-autism.org. Supporting our San Diego chapter through membership assures access for all to our ongoing, free, important and meaningful programs and events. Additionally, through local membership you'll join our organization's outreach and awareness efforts.

The Autism Society San Diego is dedicated to working very hard for our community. Additional membership benefits can be found on our website at https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/SanDiegoAutism/OnlineRegistration.html

To check the status of your membership, If you have further questions or would like an application mailed to you, contact us at 858.715.0678 or info@sd-autism.org.

THERE IS STILL SPACE AND FINANICAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE FOR CAMP I CAN AT AT TOBY WELLS YMCA

Camp I CAN logo Registration 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, is underway. There are still some spots available at Toby Wells YMCA in Kearny Mesa. The Palomar Family YMCA in Escondido is full.

Registration forms are available at the Autism Society of San Diego website. Please visit: www.sd-autism.org for camp schedules, additional camp information and to download this year's registration form.

** Do you need help with camp tuition this year? Financial assistance may be available through the generosity of a community agency that has set asisde funds specifically to assist families who have been affected by Regional Center budgetary changes. Please contact our office for more information about how to apply at info@sd-autism.org or by calling 858-715-0678

SURF CAMP REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 6

Registration for this summer's surf camp opens on June 6, 2011. Space fills quickly so don't delay! Visit our wesite at www.sd-autism.org for registration and information.

Remember, availability for surf camp depends on the money raised from this year's Splash for Cash. If your child has enjoyed Surf Camp in previous years please show your support by participating in Splash for Cash on June 6, 2011.

SAVE THE DATE: RIDE FOR AUTISM

Date: Saturday, August 6, 2011

Location: San Diego, CA

Register Now!

The San Diego Ride for Autism returns on Saturday, August 6th, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit The Autism Society of San Diego! All motorcycle makes & models welcome. This year's Ride will start at Biggs Harley-Davidson / Buell in San Marcos and end at the Gaslamp Restaurant and Bar in Long Beach. Register on-line and you are guaranteed a free t-shirt in classic black.

If you are interested in volunteering, sponsoring, or donating please email Kristine DeLaRosa at kristine@rideforautism.org or Ann Leslie at ann@rideforautism.org. For information and registration, see please visit: http://www.rideforautism.org/ or email ask@rideforautism.org

AMC THEATERS AND THE AUTISM SOCIETY
PRESENT

SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS

Two Locations in San Diego

Don't miss the next Sensory Friendly Film

JUNE'S FILM WILL BE:

KUNG FU PANDA

Saturday, June 4, 2011

10:00 a.m.

JULY'S FILM WILL BE:

CARS II

Saturday, July 2, 2011

10:00 a.m.

AMC Mission Valley

640 Camino Del Rio North

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.

NORTH COUNTY FAMILY POOL PARTY
Family in pool

Summer is here and the pary has moved from the gym to the pool. Now through August, North County families can enjoy monthly pool parties with food, drinks and fun.

Pool parties will be held the last Saturday of each month.

Saturday, June 25, 2011

** Admission is free but a $5 donation per family is requested to help cover the cost of food and venue

Please RSVP: info@sd-autism.org

CENTRAL SAN DIEGO MONTHLY PIZZA AND POOL PARTY

Every second Friday of the month

Friday, June 10, 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. RSVPs are greatly appreciated! Contact info@sd-autism.org or 858-715-0678.

** Admission is free but a $5 donation is suggested per family 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

858-715-0678 or e-mail: info@sd-autism.org or more information.

ASPIES AND FRIENDS, A Social Group for Adults on the Spectrum, Goes to the San Diego County Fair

This support/social group provides a casual, safe environment where young adults can form lifelong frienships 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.

June's meet up will be at the San Diego County Fair in Del Mar on Saturday, June 18th, from 2:00 - 11:00 pm

The group will meet at the Toby Wells YMCA, located at 5105 Overland Ave., SD, CA 92123

There are two ways of getting discounted tickets. First, go to Albertsons and get $2.00 off or we can buy group tickets for the same price, BUT you can get a free parking pass, free soda, and free ride tickets if we buy the tickets in groups of 4.

Please contact the group advisor, Ed Baisley, to RSVP or with questions at ebaisley@hotmail .com or 619-925-5151.

SUUPORT GROUP FOR FRIENDS AND FAMILIES OF ADULTS ON THE SPECTRUM

Come join us on May 10, 2011 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 will be meeting the 2nd Tuesday of each month

Join us
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
United Way Building
4699 Murphy Canyon Rd.
San Diego, CA 92123

May's meeting will feature a presentation by Beth Gallagher, founder and director of Life Works, an organization

which provides comprehensive supports for persons with developmental disabilities to live real lives in homes of their own.

The primary focus of Life Works is to support all people to create full rich lives that reflect personal choice across home and community environments.

Light refreshments will be served

POTENTIAL EAST COUNTY SUPPORT GROUP