AUGUST  2016                                        E-NEWSLETTER
We are lucky to have such beautiful beaches to enjoy here in San Diego!
Autism Society serves individuals & families living with autism by providing support groups, resources,  information, education, social activities, scholarships, camps & recreational opportunities.
A Message from our President - Amy Munera
Hello San Diego!

Welcome to August! We hope you are enjoying your summer here in beautiful San Diego. Our camp season is underway and it is wonderful to see all the happy children at Camp I CAN and Surf Camp. July marked the premiere of our brand new summer recreational program for adults during the first week of July. Thank you to Ecke YMCA for partnering with us on this exciting new program! 

We also hosted a Family Beach Day in July at Moonlight Beach - thank you to everyone who came out and joined us. It was so much fun! 


Camp I CAN is one of the highlights of our summer!
As we look forward to the fall, we are excited to announce our inaugural Walk, Rock 'N' Roll for Autism, happening on Saturday, September 10th at Cal State San Marcos. This rocking 5K/1K will feature live music and entertainment, and all proceeds benefit our many recreational programs. The weekend of September 30-October 1 we will be enjoying our first Family Camp in the hills of Julian at YMCA's Camp Marston!

Finally, be sure to save the date for our upcoming 50th Anniversary Gala on Saturday, October 22nd! This event will be the culmination of our 50th anniversary year, and should not be missed!

Wishing you a wonderful rest of your summer,

Amy 
Don't miss out on the fun.  Sign up for Meetup to stay informed on all our events and activities.


JOIN US FOR THE FIRST ANNUAL 
WALK, ROCK 'N' ROLL FOR AUTISM!

Join or start a team to participate on Saturday, September 10.  Choose from a timed 5K, a 5K walk/run, or a 1K fun run! Visit our resource fair, take part in some great family activities, get some
delicious treats, and enjoy live music, all while raising money to support recreational programs for autistic people in San Diego County!  

BE A ROCK STAR FOR AUTISM!!!


Thank you to Joshua's Pest Control for Sponsoring This Event! 



The YMCA of San Diego County Overnight Camps and Autism Society San Diego have teamed up to provide families with a fun weekend in the mountains of Julian. Family time is important and there's no better place to make friends and be yourself than YMCA Camp Marston! Available to Autism Society San Diego members - families and children of all ages are welcome. Arrive Friday, September 30th and Depart Sunday, October 2nd. All meals included, special diets accommodated with advance notice, modern cabins with indoor restrooms. Join us for a fun and relaxing weekend this fall!


ARE YOU A MEMBER?
Members of  Autism Society San Diego have a ccess to certain programs, camps, or even FREE local events and activities.   Don't miss out on any upcoming  exclusive  opportunities. 
We invite you to join us as we celebrate 50 years of service to the autism community! Join us at the beautiful Shiley Special Events Center atop the San Diego Downtown Library for a special evening, including cocktails, dinner, an award ceremony for local autism champions, special entertainment and more!

Thank You to Our Sponsors for our Gala!
 
AMC & AUTISM SOCIETY PRESENT:
SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS 

AMC now offers 4 screenings per month:Tuesdays and Saturdays.



Bring the whole family and  relax  with  your  children  & loved ones,
knowing that   everyone  can enjoy the movie.  
Sensory Friendly Films for July: 
SUICIDE SQUAD
(PG-13)

Tuesday, August 9, 2016
7:00 PM
PETE'S DRAGON
(PG)

Saturday, August 13, 2016
10:00 AM
WAR DOGS
( R)

Tuesday, August 23, 2016
7:00 PM
PETE'S DRAGON
( PG)

Saturday, August 27 2016
10:00 AM
Two locations:
AMC Mission Valley & AMC Palm Promenade

For more information, click here
Every second Friday of the month
Friday, August 12,  2016
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.  Donations of (minimum) $5 per family GREATLY APPRECIATED!

THANK YOU to Geico as our Family Pizza and Pool Party sponsor.




FAMILY GYM NIGHT - CARLSBAD             
Saturday, August 27, 2016
4:00-6:00PM
Magdalena Ecke YMCA Gymnastics Center
6100 Avenida Encinas, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Join other families affected by autism at a Family fun Gymnastic Night in North County.  The Y will provide the gym equipment.  Together we will provide the fun AND PIZZA! Bring the entire family for an enjoyable, relaxing night of family recreation.  Donations of (minimum) $5 per family GREATLY APPRECIATED!
*Please remember there is NO childcare provided at this event.  For safety reasons, attendees are expected to be with their children at all times.  The Y staff will be enforcing this rule.

THANK YOU to Pistachio's Cut and Color Bar in Carlsbad as our Gym Night Sponsor.

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SUPPORT AND INFORMATIONAL GROUPS
All our meetings are FREE  
All Autism Society San Diego Meetings and Events
are regularly updated on Meetup.com
Stay informed and register at  www.meetup.com
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ON HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
RESUMES IN SEPTEMBER

Kirsch Therapy
1949 Avenida Del Oro Ste 118,  Oceanside, CA 

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ON HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
RESUMES IN SEPTEMBER
United Way Building
4699 Murphy Canyon Road, San Diego, CA

We welcome all community members who are interested in issues facing autistic adults to attend our meeting.  
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This group offers information and support for families and adults with ASD.
We will share resources and experiences, and address challenges.
This group is led by Shirley Fett, a parent of two young adults with autism. 

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Parent Support and Information Meeting

ON HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
RESUMES IN SEPTEMBER

Ballard Parent Center in Old Town, Room B8
2375 Congress Street, San Diego, CA
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ON HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
RESUMES IN SEPTEMBER

Sit...Chat...Relax.   This is an opportunity to meet up with others facing similar life challenges  in a comfortable, relaxing environment.
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  Spanish Support Group
Grupo de Apoyo en Espanol 

ON HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
RESUMES IN SEPTEMBER

New location: St. Lima's LIBRARY, corner of 3rd and H Street in Chula Vista
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East County Autism Support Group

ON HIATUS FOR THE SUMMER
RESUMES IN SEPTEMBER

Join us at the Office of Dr. Reinzi Haytasingh
5464 Baltimore Drive,  La Mesa CA
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