Saturday, Aug. 24: Second Annual African-American Conference for Individuals and Families of Individuals with Special Needs
Time:
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (registration 8:00 - 8:45)
Where:
San Andreas Regional Center, 6203 San Ignacio Avenue, Ste. 200, San Jose, CA 95119
What:
You are invited to come and learn more about San Andreas Regional Center and resources in your community, such as: Informational Services, Housing, Respite, Job Coaching, Case Management, Day Programs and Activities, Advocacy Keynote speaker: Judge Shelyna Brown.
For details on registration, click here.
Saturday, August 24: AMC Sensory Friendly Films: Angry Birds 2 (PG)
Time: See participating theaters
What: AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to offer unique movie showings where we turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! Our Sensory Friendly Film program is available on the second and fourth Saturday (family-friendly) and Tuesday evenings (mature audiences) of every month.
Sept. 5 - Oct. 24: Mindfulness Skill for Parents
Time:
Morning Course: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. OR Evening Course: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Where - Morning Course: Stanford Children’s Health Specialty Services Building: 1195 W. Fremont Ave, Sunnyvale
Where - Evening Course: Stanford Psychiatry Building, 401 Quarry Rd, Stanford
What:
This popular 8-week course offers instruction in mindfulness practices including meditation and its application for reducing stress and cultivating self-compassion. The program includes didactic presentations, guided meditations and time for dialogue and sharing around how mindfulness can address parenting challenges. For complete details and registration:
https://med.stanford.edu/autismcenter/EducationandTraining/mindfulness.html
Saturday, Sept. 7: KEENfit Field Day and Resource Fair
Time:
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Where:
San Francisco State University - West Campus Green
What:
KEENfit Field Day is KEEN's annual outdoor athletic event produced by A Runners Mind Productions and the fun activities on the field are accessible to athletes of all abilities! All KEENfit Athletes will be matched 1:1 with a KEENfit coach.
Please RSVP HERE.
Registered athletes who will be participating in this event get an "all-access pass" to KEENfit games and activities! Get moving in the fun-run, stretch out to accessible yoga, and boogie in the dance class. Share what you're proud of and make new friends! Parents and friends can browse the Resource Fair and meet local service providers from the community.
Sunday, Sept. 8: SFASA Pool Party!
Time:
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. NEW DATE!
Where:
AnT Swim School, 520 West Virginia Street, San Jose (near 280/Bird)
What:
SFASA's summer pool parties are events where families can enjoy an afternoon at a pool with their children with special needs. The pool is mostly shallow and fairly warm. Some snacks and pool toys are provided. The events are free (donations gratefully accepted, however) but pre-registration is required. Registration opens about two weeks prior to each of the six events.
Click here for complete details and registration.
Sept. 12 - Dec. 12: Mixed Media Class
Time:
Thursdays from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Where:
2124 Brewster Avenue, Redwood City
What:
Presented by Opening Doors Parent Teacher Association and Artists on Wheels, for children 7 and up of all abilities. We believe that every child should have the opportunity to explore and create art, including kids with disabilities. Our curriculum is designed with our special kids in mind! Projects are subject to change depending on participants' ability and interest. Cost is $100 and includes all sessions and materials, financial assistance is available.
Click here for registration and details.
Saturday, Sept. 21: Stanford Special Needs Appreciation Football Game
Time:
Kickoff TBD
Where:
Stanford Stadium, Stanford
What:
Gatepath is thrilled to partner with Stanford Athletics for the fourth annual Stanford Special Needs Appreciation Football Game when the Stanford Cardinal face the Oregon Ducks! Take the entire family and enjoy a fun tailgate BBQ prior to the game! The ticket and tailgate package includes admission to the game, tailgate BBQ at Jimmy V's Sports Café, raffle prizes and a special appearance from the Stanford Cheer Team! Tickets are on sale now and are available with and without a tailgate package. For tickets:
https://give.gatepath.org/event/stanford-special-needs-appreciation-game/e236024
Saturdays Weekly: Dance for All - Inclusive Exercise Class
Time: 1 - 2pm
Where: El Camino YMCA, 2400 Grant Rd, Mountain View, CA 94040
What: This weekly class offers a safe and accepting environment where differences are accepted without judgment and special need participants can exercise side-by-side with their family members and other Y members. Attendees participate in a series of dances, choreographed to popular music enjoyed by youth, as well as Pilates-based exercise that exposes them to moves they would find in a number of other Y classes.
