Autism Pensacola

Trunk or Treat with API
2018-10-27 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Pearl Nelson Child Development Center, 916 E. Fairfield Drive, Pensacola , FL, 32503, United States
Fall is here! And that means our annual Trunk or Treat event is right around the corner. Enjoy a safe event for families and kids of ALL ages.

Date: Oct. 27 from 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: Pearl Nelson Center parking lot, corner of Fairfield Drive and 10th Avenue, Pensacola

If you’d like to decorate a trunk, please contact the API office.
Contact Jena at admin@autismpensacola.org or call (850) 434-7171.
#AutismFriendlyNWFL

Spooktacular at PMA
2018-10-27 16:00 - 19:00 | Pensacola Museum of Art
The Pensacola Museum of Art welcomes individuals on the Autism Spectrum to participate in its third annual low sensory Halloween Party. This year, the theme is Carnival, with themed games including a Potion making booth, Pass the Pumpkin, Paint Tattoos, Frankenstein’s nose surprise and more! Come dressed in costume and bring a bag. Enjoy games, art, and light refreshments. Each station will have prizes and candy.
Saturday, October 27
4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
All ages welcome!
$5 for children over 3
Free for accompanying adults
Get your tickets HERE
https://tockify.com/pensacola.museum.of.art/detail/608/1540674000000

Belk Charity sale supports API
2018-10-29 - 2018-11-03
We have Belk Charity sale tickets! Donate $5 to Autism Pensacola for a special sales event this Saturday, Nov. 3 at @belk in @shopcordovamall
Go to bit.ly/belkapi to donate.

Thirty-One Gifts fundraiser for API
2018-10-29 - 2018-10-31
Order a Medium Utility Tote from Thirty-One Gifts and consultant Deborah Sanders and support API.
Medium Utility Totes are $35 each, and API will receive $14 of each sale! There are other great items to choose from.
Check out the google form and make your selections. Order Here: bit.ly/Autism31Gifts
All prices include tax and shipping. Questions? Contact Deborah Sanders at 850-418-0229 or dsandersgift@gmail.com.

Sweet Frog fundraiser - Gulf Breeze
2018-11-08 18:00 - 21:00
Sweet Frog Night in Gulf Breeze has been rescheduled! Come see us Nov. 8 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Gulf Breeze location, 3749 Gulf Breeze Pkwy. Twenty percent of the evening’s proceeds will benefit our organization, supporting families living with autism in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties.

FBISF Autism Awareness night at Sunset Cork Room
2018-11-14 17:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Cork Room, 225 E. 16th Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL
This Wednesday, Nov. 14, the Sunset Cork Room in Gulf Shores, AL, is hosting a Benefit for Autism Pensacola as part of the Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival. There will be a silent auction, as well as music by singer-songwriters. The auction items will be available for viewing beginning Tuesday evening, Nov. 13. Auction will run from 5 to 9 p.m. Wednesday.
Music begins at 6 p.m. Reservations strongly recommended for dinner.
Lineup:
6 p.m. – Taylor Craven, Jerry Salley, Jonmark Stone
7:15 p.m. – Logan Blade, John Cook, Stephen Lee Veal, and Tammy Vice
8:45 p.m. – Doug Gill and Lynn Langham
https://www.facebook.com/sunset.c.room/

Family Sensory Sunday at PMA
2018-11-18 12:00 - 15:30 | Pensacola Museum of Art
Family Sensory Day for Autism
Sun Nov 18th 12:00pm – 3:30pm
Pensacola Museum of Art, 407 S Jefferson St, Pensacola
COST: Free
Join the PMA for Family Sensory Day on November 18, 2018. Family Sensory Day is open and free to families with children on the autism spectrum or with related sensory processing disorders. Family Sensory Day is a way for families to actively engage with the museum through participation in art and movement activities in the galleries.
A Sensory Break Room will be available for those who may need it and our resident therapy dog, Washaki, will be walking around and providing assistance. Family Sensory Day is open to all ages and all abilities.
Family Sensory Day is sponsored by a grant from Greater Gulf Coast Arts Festival.

Membership Drive 2019
2018-11-22 - 2018-12-31
Your Involvement is Vital to our Organization.
Because of your support and involvement, each year Autism Pensacola is able to carry out its mission to help improve the lives of those living with autism in Northwest Florida. Becoming a member with API, you’ll belong to a group of people who are working to enhance the education, health, and safety for those living with autism.
Member Rates and Perks
Household Membership: $25
Business and Community Member: $50
Business and Community Leader: $150
Discounted Rates for social events
Opportunity to apply for Kids for Camp
Ability to vote in annual Board election
Friend of API: $10 — Ability to vote in annual Board election
Your support is crucial to our success. Annual Membership dues directly support our efforts to educate, advocate, and promote inclusion on behalf of those living with autism. Thank you for all your continued support!
Click HERE to complete your 2019 membership!

Santa party for all ages!
2018-12-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
Santa Claus is coming to town! And he’s stopping by Autism Pensacola’s party for pictures. Join us on Dec. 1 from 9 a.m. to noon at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church for pictures with the Jolly Ol’ Elf. Sign up for your picture time here: http://signup.com/go/ztihyET. While you wait, we will have arts & crafts, light refreshments, a quiet zone, and a movie room.
Questions? Contact Shanan at shanan@autismpensacola.org or call (850) 434-7171.
We are looking for volunteers for this event! You can sign up here: http://signup.com/go/KRYmoGo

Caring Santa coming to Cordova Mall
2018-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Cordova Mall, 5100 N 9th Ave, Pensacola, FL, 32504, United States
Caring Santa Photo Experience
This is a private photo experience for children with special needs and their families. Children will have the opportunity to visit with Santa and have their photo taken at Cordova Mall. The mall will make necessary adjustments to the environment to support the sensory, physical, and other developmental needs of children of all abilities for this special event.
Caring Santa is coming for a visit on Sunday, December 2, from 10am – 11am.
Reservations required. Go to https://www.eventbrite.com/e/caring-santa-tickets-51275063094 to reserve your time.
Sponsored by Simon Malls and Autism Speaks.

Puzzle piece earrings - Just in time for the Holidays!
2018-12-03 - 2018-12-31
Celebrate the season and your loved one with autism by sporting some beautiful puzzle piece earrings, created and donated by a local artisan, Chris Maloney. And for the month of December all earrings are buy 2 get 1 free. Only $15 each. All donations go directly to Autism Pensacola, Inc., to support our mission and programs. Your holiday shopping can help families living in Northwest Florida.

Caregiver Appreciation Luncheon
2018-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
5th Annual Caregivers Appreciation Luncheon is set for Dec. 11 at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. Hosted by Project Empower of Northwest Florida, Inc. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Register at https: bit.ly/2z2PSip, or call 850-444-8554
#AutismFriendlyNWFL
#CaregiverAppreciation

Holiday 'Practice' Event at Sacred Heart
2018-12-13 16:00 - 17:30 | Sacred Heart Autism Center, 5154 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL, United States
Sacred Heart’s Autism Center will be hosting a “Practice” holiday event for Christmas. This event is free and is open to the community. It is intended for those who need assistance preparing for the holiday and also for families who may not otherwise be able to participate in other community events.
Date: Thursday, December 13, 2018
Time: 4:00 PM — 5:30 PM
Location: Sacred Heart Autism Center, 5154 Bayou Blvd, Pensacola, FL
“Practice” Opportunities will include:

Cookie Decorating
Making and Giving Gifts
Hanging Christmas Ornaments
Writing/Sending Letter to Santa
Opening and Politely Accepting Gifts
Tolerating the Sights/Sounds/Smells of the Season
Photos with Santa
AND SO MUCH MORE

Post-It Notes: Telling Your Story
2019-01-10
Sometimes you have to think “outside the box” in order to share your son or daughter’s uniqueness with everyone else – especially when it comes to transitioning from high school to life! Join Debi Bennis from the Family Network on Disabilities as she guides us through an interactive workshop on using Post-It® notes as a different way to plan for life after high school.
This workshop is open to all FSU CARD clients. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to accompany their teen/young adult.
January 10, 2019, 6:00-8:30 pm
Location: TBD
Contact Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie, Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu, phone: 850-324-6245

Please email Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie at Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu with any questions and to register for this event.

P.U.R.E Empowerment Center Coffee Social
2019-01-11 - 2020-01-03 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
Each Friday, meaningful relationships are built through socializing and participating in exercise and nutrition training as well as time for art therapy after. Participants bring their lunch. The event starts at 10 am and ends at 1:30 pm each Friday at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.

Upcoming Family Care Council Area 1 meetings
2019-01-17 - 2019-03-21 | Arc Gateway
Upcoming Family Care Council Area 1 meetings
Thursday, Jan. 17 – Council Meeting • 5:30 p.m. Lt. Jimmy Donohoe, Pensacola Police Department
Thursday, Feb. 21 – Council Meeting • 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Mar. 21 – Manage My Money Day • 4 – 7 p.m.
Meetings at The Arc Gateway, 1000 E. Fairfield Drive

Parent Empowerment Saturday classes
2019-01-26 - 2019-02-02 | Sacred Heart Autism Center, 5154 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL, United States
Parents – you don’t want to miss the next Parent Empowerment Program taught by BCBAs from the Sacred Heart Autism Center! Two Saturdays, Jan. 26 and Feb. 2. Cost is $120 per person or $180 per couple. Go to http://bit.ly/2AGNvCJ to register.

PEERS for Middle Schoolers
2019-01-29
PEERS for Middle Schoolers
This is a 14-week social skills workshop for teens with autism in grades 6-8 who are interested in learning ways to make and keep friends. Parents attend separate sessions at the same time and are taught how to assist their teens by providing feedback through coaching.
There is no charge for this 14-week workshop. Enrollment is limited. Parent participation is REQUIRED. Presented by FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities – Pensacola office.
Tuesdays beginning January 29th, lasting 14 weeks
6:00-7:30 pm, Location: TBD
For more information, contact Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie, 850.324.62345 – Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu

Kids for Camp Informational Meeting
2019-02-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Pollak Training Center, Arc Gateway
Kids for Camp is a data-driven program that uses best-practice techniques, specifically Applied Behavior Analysis, to contribute to both the skill acquisition of the individuals with autism and the continuing education of the teachers, support staff and college students who work with those with autism. Autism Pensacola is committed to continuously improving the camp experience, thus remaining a model of quality and integrity to the community.
Want to learn about the camp philosophy and steps to apply? Join us for this informational meeting where we can assist you and answer any questions you might have about this program. Dates for camp are June 12 – July 17, Monday through Thursday and registration for the meeting is now open and childcare is available, but you must register before Feb. 1st at http://bit.ly/2QySn1Z.

Money Management for Teens
2019-02-21
Managing money can be challenging for all of us. Please join your FSU CARD (Pensacola office) for an interactive training presented by Florida State Employees Federal Credit Union that includes smart money management skills, how to manage your transactions, balance a checkbook, and understand monthly statements. This training will provide participants the opportunity to take a hands-on approach to their finances as well as the option to open a teen checking account with a parent or guardian as a responsible owner until they are 18.
February 21, 2019 (RSVP is required by 2/5/19)
6:00-8:00 pm, Location: TBD
Contact Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie, Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu, phone: 850-324-6245

Money Doesn't Grow on Trees
2019-02-21 18:00 - 20:00
Managing money can be challenging for all of us. Please join your FSU CARD (Pensacola office) for an interactive training presented by Florida State Employees Federal Credit Union that includes smart money management skills, how to manage your transactions, balance a checkbook, and understand monthly statements. This training will provide participants the opportunity to take a hands-on approach to their finances as well as the option to open a teen checking account with a parent or guardian as a responsible owner until they are 18. Location TBD.

Piecing it Together Support Group
2019-03-05 10:00 - 2019-04-30 11:00
Join us for our Piecing it Together support group every Tuesday morning starting March 5th
March 5th 10am-11am April 2nd 10am-11am
March 12th 10am-11am April 9th 10am-11am
March 19th 10am-11am April 16th 10am-11am
March 26th 10am-11am April 23rd 10am-11am
April 30th 10am-11am

Basic First Aid Class
2019-03-11 18:00 - 20:00
Join the FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities for a Basic First Aid Class
Safety is an extremely important goal for us to achieve which is why we are so excited to present you with this program provided by FSU CARD and the Escambia County Fire Rescue. This event is open to all FSU CARD teen clients and older. This event teaches and creates awareness for basic first-aid skills for those with exceptionalities.

Contact Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie at Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu to RSVP

Special Needs Mardi Gras
2019-03-12 00:00
Join The Starfish Project NWFL for their 3rd annual Mardi Gras event!
Thanks to local businesses and Krewes, kids can enjoy mardi gras with quiet music, food, snacks, and fun activities! Beads and other fun prizes will be handed, not thrown, to participants creating a safe and fun environment for everyone!
Tickets available through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-special-needs-mardi-gras-tickets-54707014152?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete

Sibshops
2019-03-16 10:00 - 14:00
Join the Sibling Support Project for Sibshops
These events will allow you to meet other sibs, talk openly with the brothers and sisters about the ups and downs of having a sib with special needs, play fun games, learn how brothers and sisters handle situations they deal with sometimes, and most importantly have fun!
March 16th, 10-2pm
Marcus Pointe Baptist Church in Pensacola
Parents can register their child using the link below
Sibshops Registration

FSU CARD Basic First Aid Class
2019-03-21 18:00 - 20:00
Join FSU CARD for a basic first aid course designed for individuals with Autism ages 16 and older
March 21st 6-8pm

Lets Mix It Up: Adult Mixer
2019-03-22 18:00 - 20:30
Join FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities
for their adult mixer and karaoke night
This event is specific to all FSU CARD clients that are looking for a night of mingling, singing, and fun! This adult mixer is for FSU CARD members that are 17+ that would like to meet new people in a relaxed and safe environment. Make this first adult mixer one to remember!

Contact Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie at Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu to RSVP

Managing Healthcare Transition Plans
2019-03-28
Join FSU CARE to Learn How to Manage Healthcare Transition Plans
Healthcare planning, no matter what age, can be stressful and confusing. FSU CARE has teamed up with Polly Bennett and Deidra Faulkner from Children’s Medical Services for a training program that will help parents and guardians with healthcare planning for those with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
The 6-7pm training class will focus on elementary and middle school age children
The 7-8pm training class will focus on high school, young adults, and adults

Contact Dr. Chrissy Ogilvie at Christine.ogilvie@med.fsu.edu for more information

Baking Class for Adults on the Spectrum
2019-04-04 18:00 - 19:30 | SoGourmet, 407-D South Palafox St., Pensacola, FL, 32502
Autism Pensacola is sponsoring a baking class at SoGourmet in downtown Pensacola for adults (18+) on the autism spectrum. Questions: Contact the API office at (850) 434-7171 or email info@autismpensacola.org.
Sign Up Here
Date: April 4
Time: 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: 407-D South Palafox St.
Pensacola, Florida 32502
Registration is $25 per person.
Limited to the first 10 paid registrants.
Sign Up Here

Community Safety and Self-Defense
2019-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
