And More That Carries Over Into May 2016!

April
2016
AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH /
April isNational Autism Acceptance Month
Below are numerous Autism Awareness and related events for you and your family to attend during the month of April in the greater Philadelphia area.
Sunday / Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday / Saturday
March 31 / April 1 / 2
Mont Co IU Resource Expo / SIBSHOP / WORLD AUTISM
AWARENESS
DAY
3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8 / 9
Pampering our Princesses / Fierce Love & Parental Activism lecture
Caring for Loved One Workshop / Sensory Friendly Movie: Batman vs. Superman
Please Touch Museum
Autism Institute Conference
10 / 11 / 12 / 13 / 14 / 15 / 16
Autism Awareness Day at the Phila Zoo
Pampering our Princesses
ASPEN Spring Conference / Planning for Future Expo
Sensory Friendly Movie: Batman vs. Superman
PEEA Cutz / Be Safe Movie / Carrying over Positive Behavior Strategies to Home / Family Fun Day
Morning at the Movies
Sensory Friendly Weekend: A Little Help from my Friends
17 / 18 / 19 / 20 / 21 / 22 / 23
Sensory Friendly Mass
Huddle Up for Autism / Life After the Bus Stops: Transition Planning Workshop / Autism Advocate Training
Autism Awareness Night at the Phillies
PEEA Cutz / Leslie Kimmelman creator of Sesame Street character with Autism
Understanding Sensory Integration / DCIU Resource Fair / Sensory Friendly Jungle Book Movie
24 / 25 / 26 / 27 / 28 / 29 / 30
Making Real Connections Bingo
Autism Awareness Day at Sesame Place / Adult ASD Bowling & Pizza
PEEA Cutz
Sensory Friendly Movie: The Huntsman Winter’s War / Surrounded by the Spectrum: Lecture on Autism in Families / Community Day (family-festival)

And more that carries over into May 2016!

Sunday / Monday / Tuesday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday / Saturday
May 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7
Help with Picky Eaters / LaSalle Autism Conference
Autism Society Greater Philadelphia Conference / Next Steps Workshop for Adults
Save the date of 5/14 for ASCEND’s Family Fun Night or REGISTER HERE!
Date / Topic / Description / Time & Location
March 31, 2016
Montgomery County Intermediate Unit
/ Resource Expo / An evening of resources for families, educators, and students. As many as 50 vendors will be on hand to discuss supports for students with disabilities, their families and educators. / 6:30pm- 8:30pm
Perkiomen Valley High School Cafeteria
509 Gravel Pike, Collegeville, PA 19426
For additional information, please contact:Kari Kessler,
April 1, 2016
Spectra Support Services, LLC
/ Sibshop for ages 6-12
/ For siblings of children w/ disabilities to meet each other in a fun-filled, high-energy environment.
$25 per family / 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Spectra Support Services, LLC
475 Lawrence Rd
Broomall, PA
April 02, 2016
Autism Speaks
/ World Autism Awareness Day / Each April 2, Autism Speaks celebrates Light It Up Blue along with the international autism community, in commemoration of the United Nations-sanctioned World Autism Awareness Day. / Light It Up Blue is a unique global initiative that kicks-off Autism Awareness Month and helps raise awareness about autism.
April 03, 2016
& April 10, 2016
Project Elijah Empowering Autism / Pampering our Princesses / Females on the autism spectrum will have the opportunity to receive a “Free” professional shampoo, conditioning & basic choice of style, mini mani & pedicures, make up station, glitter tattoos, build your own bracelets and party gift bags all in a safe and nurturing environment. / 10:00AM – 4:00PM
True Image Salon
1700 S 8th St, Philadelphia, PA 19148
For more information contact
267-258-8687
April 6, 2016
April 12, 2016
1847 Financial
/ Caring for Your Loved One Workshop / Our workshop provides an overview of financial & estate planning for familiesthat have dependents with special needs. We address critical areas of concern, such asnavigating and maximizing government benefits through an overview of programs suchas SSI/SSDI, Waivers & Social Security.
. / 6:30PM – 7:15PM
Penncrest High School
134 Barren Rd Media, PA 19063
RSVP: Pat – 215-317-4143 or and
Tiffany Bendistis –
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Great Valley School District – District Offices
47 Church Rd, Malvern, PA 19355
RSVP: Pat – 215-317-4143 or and
Andrea Dinsmore –
April 6, 2016
Temple University
Institute on Disabilities
/ Fierce Love and Parental Activism / Moderator:
Ronnie Polaneczky, Philadelphia Daily News
AUDIENCE: This free event is open to the public. Registration recommended. / 9:30AM – 12:30PM
(registration and coffee begin at 8:30 AM)
Temple University
Student Center Room 200 A/B
1755 North 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
REGISTER HERE.
April 8, 2016
Acting Antics
/ Teen/Young Adult Social / Enjoy interaction through a variety of social activities including movie nights, karaoke, playing board games, dancing, and other activities decided on by the group. / 7:00- 9:00 PM
3 Ravine Road
Malvern PA 19355

PH: 610-942-4219
F: 610-647-3527
$15 with RSVP
April 9, 2016
April 12, 2016
AMCAutism Society / Sensory Friendly Movie:
Batman vs. Superman / AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to bring you unique movie showings where you can feel free to be you! We turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! / 10AM on 4/9, 7 PM on 4/12
$6- $6.50 per ticket depending on location
AMC Neshaminy 24, Bensalem,Pa 19020
215-396-8050
AMC Franklin Mills 14, Phila, Pa 19154
215-612-2740
AMC Marple 10, Springfield, Pa 610-328-5439
April 9, 2016
Autism Institute

/ 9th Annual Conference / Variety of full day workshops and breakout sessions. Resource Room with more than a dozen representatives of services and institutions.
FREE for Montco residents/workers / 8:00AM – 3:00PM
Gwynedd Mercy University
1325 Sumneytown Pike, Gwynedd Valley, PA 19437
For questions contact: Deborah E. Schadler
215-646-7300, ext. 21160 or
April 9, 2016

Variety Club
/ Please Touch Museum Autism Awareness Night / Access to all exhibit areas and Carousel Please Taste Café open with limited menu and several gluten-free options available for purchase.
Designated Quiet Area with quiet kit will be available / 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
4231 North Concourse Drive, Philadelphia, PA 19131
For more information, contact Eric Perry at
or
610-584-4366 ext. 110
April 10, 2016
ASPEN / ASPEN'S National Conference / ASPEN’s Spring Conference Taking Charge of Our Future / APA Hotel Woodbridge
120 South Wood Avenue South Iselin, New Jersey
For More Details: Please contact Lori Shery at
732-321-0880 or .
April 10, 2016
Greater Philadelphia Autism Society
/ The 17th Annual
Autism Awareness Day
At the Philadelphia Zoo / Rain or Shine in Peacock Pavilion
Autism Resource Expo and Autism Merchandise
Entertainment to be announced. Character appearances and much more! / 10:30AM – 4:00PM
3400 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 243-1100
To volunteer: Click Here
To be a vendor: Click Here
April 13, 2016
Spin, Inc

. / BE SAFE, the movie / An interactive screening of Be Safe-The Movie complete with interactive simulation with local police officers. Childcare provided, older children encouraged to participate. / 5:30 PM
Norcom Community Center
10980 Norcom Road
Philadelphia, PA 19154
Megan Riley at or 215-672-7174
April 13, 2016
Project Elijah Empowering Autism / PEEA Cutz / Males on the autism spectrum will have the opportunity to receive a “Free” professional haircut in a safe and nurturing environment. / 4:00PM – 7:00PM
ESPM Hair Zone.
5929 W Girard Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19151
267-258-8687
April 14, 2016
Valley Forge Educational Services
/ Carrying Over Positive Behavior Strategies in the Home / This workshop will teach you how to identify and reinforce expected behaviors and how to ensure consistency and continuity of positive behavior. / 7:00 PM
Valley Forge Educational Services Activities Center
1777 North Valley Road
Malvern,PA 19355
Juliann Jaffe
610.296.6725

April 16, 2016
Spring-Ford A-Team
/ Springford A-Team Family Fun Day / Autism Speaks/ A-Team Spring-Ford Family Fun Day.
Join in for a fun day of games, activities, and basket raffles.
Free / 10:00 AM–1:00 PM
Spring Valley YMCA
19 West Linfield-Trappe Road
Limerick, Pa 19468

April 16-17, 2016
Philadelphia Film Society
/ Sensory Friendly Weekend: A Little Help From my Friends / A relaxed, acceptingatmosphere toprovidefamilies with a stress-free afternoon at the movies!We'll keep the lights turned on, the volume lowered, and won't expect anyone to be completely still or totally quiet. /
April 16 / 2:00pm & 4:30pm
April 17 / 1:30pm
A kid’s ticket only costs $1.00!
Prince Theater
1412 Chestnut Street
Philadlephia, PA 19102
215-422-4594
April 17, 2016
Kinney Center
Saint Joseph University
/ Sensory Friendly Mass / Designed for young people on the Autism Spectrum, Sensory-Friendly worship is open to everyone, including siblings, friends, or anyone who'd like to experience an innovative and relaxed way to worship. Free / 11:00 AM
Chapel of St. Joseph
5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
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Campus Map
April 17, 2016
/ Huddle Up for Autism / While the event has a carnival-like feel, the day has been planned with attendees diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder in mind. / 11:30 AM to 3:00 PM
Lincoln Financial Field
This event is full, but you can CLICK HERE to be added to a waitlist.
April 18, 2016
Kinney Center
Saint Joseph University / Life After the Bus Stops / Join us for a short panel discussion followed by an open question session,light dinnerfree child care. (RSVP Required) This free panel workshop will discuss the options families have for transition planning and post 21 life. / 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Cardinal John Foley Campus Center
5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
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April 19, 2016
Project Elijah Empowering Autism / PEEACutz / Males on the autism spectrum will have the opportunity to receive a “Free” professional haircut in a safe and nurturing environment. / 4:00PM – 7:00PM
ESPM Hair Zone.
5929 W Girard Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19151
267-258-8687
April 19, 2016
/ Phillies Autism Awareness Night / The Phillies are once again teaming up with Autism Speaks to host Autism Awareness Night at Citizens Bank Park. when the Phillies host the New York Mets. / 7:05 PM
Citizens Bank Park
1 Citizens Way
Philadelphia, PA
To order tickets (subject to availability), click on the "buy tickets" button on THIS PAGEand enter the password:AUTISM
April 19, 2016
Kinney Center
Saint Joseph University / Autism Advocate Training / The Kinney Center's Autism Advocate program was created to develop, enhance and maintain environments in workplaces, schools and other social settings that are supportive to individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). FREE / 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Cardinal John Foley Campus Center
5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
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April 20, 2016
Kinney Center
Saint Joseph University
/ Speaker Leslie Kimmelman, creator of first Sesame Street Character with Autism / AuthorLeslie Kimmelmanwill share her inspiration behind the creation of Julia, the first Sesame Street Character with autism. FREE / 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Cardinal John Foley Campus Center
5600 City Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19131
#88 on Campus Map
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April 20, 2016
Philadelphia Autism Network
/ Understanding Sensory Integration: What Families Can Do! / Families are invited to hear ShalynEakin, OTR/L, Elwyn SEEDS present on this topic. / 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Elwyn Seedlings 3300 Henry Ave, Philadelphia PA 19129
Karen Krivit for any questions at or 215-460-7725
April 21, 2016
Marple DCIU
/ Annual Autism Awareness Resource Fair / 15-20 Area agencies will be handing out resources and information to families. / 6:00 – 8:00 PM
DCIU
85 N. Malin Road, Broomall PA
April 23, 2016
Kinney Center
Saint Joseph University / Studio Movie Grill Sensory Friendly Showing of the Jungle Book / The Studio Movie Grill in Upper Darby will be hosting a sensory friendly screening of the Jungle Book. Kinney Center families are invited to attend FREE of charge / 11:00 AM
Studio Movie Grill**Dine-in theater**
53 S. 69th Street, Upper Darby, PA 19082
April 24, 2016
Making Real Connections
/ Autism Awareness Day Bingo / Come out to support Autism Awareness along with AUTISM ACCEPTANCE! We provide a safe space to have fun, meet new people and to win some prizes! / 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
34 S. York Road, Hatboro, PA 19040
Michele Rene` Conner
215-869-2211

April 24, 2016
Variety Club
/ Autism Awareness Day at Sesame Place / Free to families with a child with a disability who register with Variety Club. / 10:00 AM – park close
Sesame Place, 100 Sesame Road, Langhorne, PA
April 26, 2016
Project Elijah Empowering Autism / PEEA Cutz / Males on the autism spectrum will have the opportunity to receive a “Free” professional haircut in a safe and nurturing environment. / 4:00PM – 7:00PM
ESPM Hair Zone.
5929 W Girard Ave,
Philadelphia, PA 19151
267-258-8687
April 26, 2016
AMCAutism Society
/ Sensory Friendly Movie:
The Huntsman's Winter War / AMC is proud to partner with the Autism Society to bring you unique movie showings where you can feel free to be you! We turn the lights up, and turn the sound down, so you can get up, dance, walk, shout or sing! / 7:00PM – 9:00PM
$6- $6.50 per ticket depending on location
AMC Neshaminy 24, Bensalem,Pa 19020
AMC Franklin Mills 14, Phila, Pa 19154 215-612-2740
AMC Marple 10, Springfield, Pa 610-328-5439
April 28, 2016
Spectra Support Services, LLC / Surrounded by the Spectrum: Autism in Families / This workshop explores the way in which autism traits run in families and strategies to manage the unique family dynamic. / 7:30 PM
Spectra Support Services, LLC
475 Lawrence Rd
Broomall, PA
FREE
April 30,2016
Valley Forge Educational Services
/ Community Day / A sensory-friendly event for VFES families and all families in our community who have children with special needs. / 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Valley Forge Educational Services Activities Center
1777 North Valley Road
Malvern,PA 19355
Juliann Jaffe
610.296.6725

May 4, 2016
Philadelphia Autism Netw10ork / Help! My child is a PICKY EATER! What can I do??!! / Do you have concerns about your child’s diet or feeding issues, get help here! Jenna Szoke, OTR/L, Elwyn SEEDS / 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Elwyn Seedlings 3300 Henry Ave, Philadelphia PA 19129
Karen Krivit for any questions at or 215-460-7725
May 6, 2016 / La Salle/
Foundations Behavioral Health
ASD
Conference / Keynote speakers and workshops are featured for this annual day-long event for both families and professionals. / 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM
La Salle University - Union Building
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
Fees charged. Limited number of scholarships available.
May 6, 2016
Autism Society of Philadelphia
/ 2016 Spring Autism Conference / Keynote speakers and workshops are featured for this annual day-long event for both families and professionals. / 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Radison Hotel
1160 1st Avenue, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Attendee Registration:

Vendor Registration:
May 7, 2016
Center for Autism Research
/ Next Steps into Adulthood & Resource Fair / Keynote speakers and workshops are featured for this annual day-long event for both individuals with ASD and the families that support them. / 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
CHOP
3535 Market Street, 16th floor
Philadelphia, PA
May 14, 2016
Ascend Group, Inc.
/ Family Fun Night / Come join us for an evening of fun at the Ambler area YMCA
Free for members, $10 per family for non-members. / 7:00 – 9:00 PM
Ambler Area YMCA
1325 McKean Road Ambler, PA 19002

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