March 2019
A few weeks ago a group of NSSRA participants hit the slopes on our inaugural ski trip in Crested Butte, CO! View photos here , here , here and here , and keep a lookout for our wrap up video coming soon!
THE HIVE Opens this Weekend

NSSRA participants join with Creative Companions and Northbrook Park District Theatre staff to present a professional production of “THE HIVE." An original musical written for the members of Bright Star Theatre Company, THE HIVE will make you laugh, make you cry, and make you happy to be alive. It’s gonna be unbeelievable!

What is one word that describes you?  Fun
If you could bee any bee, what kind of bee would you be?  A honey bee
Justin BEEber OR BEEyonce?  BEEyonce
What role do you play in THE HIVE?  Johnny Bee Goode
What is one word that describes you?  Funny and happy
If you could bee any bee, what kind of bee would you be?  A friendly bee
What is one word that describes you?  Nice
If you could bee any bee, what kind of bee would you be?  Queen bee
Justin BEEber OR BEEyonce?  BEEyonce
News
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The Sweat Set Project of lululemon Old Orchard Presents Sweat Fest
Saturday, April 27 • 9:30 am - 1:00 pm
Kenilworth Assembly Hall

A special event featuring a rewarding workout, great music and fun giveaways! Join us for three back-to-back 30 minute fitness classes followed by a musical performance from Molehill. All proceeds benefit NSSRA.
Join us at the North Shore Autism Speaks Walk!
Sunday, April 28 • 8:00 am
New Trier High School, Northfield

Families and community members, register with our team here. *
*Participants 15 and under may register with their families.

Participants (16+)
Want to join your friends and make a day of it?  Check out the Spring 2019 Program Guide to learn more.   Register here.

You are cordially invited to attend the 2019 Shining Stars Awards & Recognition Banquet, a night celebrating NSSRA’s participants, families, supporters and community.  Invitations and sponsorship materials were mailed mid-February. Click here for details . Sponsored by NSSRA Foundation.  

Come out and see NSSRA's SPICE Skaters dazzle in their annual shows with Northbrook Park District. Tickets are available here.

We would love to have you join us for our sixth annual ELA Fun Run! Everyone is invited!  Click here for details. 

Interested in sponsoring this event? Contact NSSRA Foundation Manager   Laurie DeSimone by   email  or at (847) 509-9400 x6821.
Join  #teamnssra in just a few easy steps: 

1. Complete an application at www.nssra.org/jobs .
2. We’ll email you to set up an interview.
3. Come on in and show us why you’d be a great teammate! 
4. Join the team!
Community Events
Tuesday, March 12 • 4:30 - 5:30 pm

Join Deerfield Public Library for an inclusive and interactive storytime filled with stories, songs, sensory play, and socialization! Children of all abilities with their siblings and caregivers are welcome.  Click here for details.
Friday, March 29

Access is a program for students with autism spectrum disorder at Trinity International University. Access Preview Day is a great opportunity for students and families to learn about Trinity and the Access program. Tour campus, visit the chapel, attend a class and more. Click here for details.
Thursday, April 4 at 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Deerfield Public Library's PLACE Program welcomes adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as their parents and caregivers for a sensory-friendly viewing and discussion of the 2007 musical hit film "Hairspray." Light refreshments will be served. Click here to register in advance.
Saturday, April 6 at 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Advocate Health Care Adult Down Syndrome Center's biennial conference will focus on health and wellness for individuals with Down Syndrome. Conference is open to people with Down Syndrome (12 and older), their families, friends and caregivers. Click here for flyer including registration details.
Thursday, April 11 at 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Join three special needs planning experts in a town hall discussion. A wide variety of topics will be covered including how to transition through life and prepare your family for the future. Click here for details including RSVP information.
NSSRA Board of Directors
Thursday, April 18 at 10:00 am

NSSRA Foundation Board of Directors
Monday, April 15 at 7:00 pm

As part of a program through Amazon called Amazon Smile, when you shop online through  smile.amazon.com , Amazon gives NSSRA Foundation a portion of the profits from your purchase. Click here for details.
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