Autism Pensacola

Sensory-Friendly Shopping @ Apple Market
2022-01-26 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Chicago)
Drop by Apple Market to shop during its sensory-friendly in-store shopping opportunities. This is in partnership with Positive Behavior Supports (PBS).
1021 Scenic Highway, Pensacola

Game Night for Adults
2022-01-21 18:00 - 20:00
Sign up to attend our next monthly game night for adults on the autism spectrum on Friday, January 21st from 6 to 8 PM at our office. Enjoy video games, board games, puzzles, and more while making new friends. Hot dogs with all the fixings, chips, and drinks will be available to attendees with a $5 suggested donation.
Register Now!

Legal Graffiti @ Gallery Night
2022-01-21 17:00 - 21:00 | Zarzaur Law, 100 Palafox Place, Pensacola, FL, 32502, United States
Enjoy a family-friendly night at Legal Graffiti, sponsored by Zarzaur Law. All proceeds benefit Autism Pensacola.
We’ll be at the corner of Palafox and Romana Streets during the January Downtown Pensacola Gallery Night. Paint the wall, blow some bubbles, play some games, get your face painted. No sign-up is necessary. Just come down and join us for a really fun time and help support the programs and services of Autism Pensacola.
Legal Graffiti @ Downtown Pensacola Gallery Night
100 Palafox Place, Downtown Pensacola
January 21, 2022 from 5-9pm

Virtual Caregiver Support Chat
2022-01-20 20:00 - 21:00
Our next Caregiver Support Chat will take place on Thursday, January 20th from 8 PM to 9 PM online.
Please register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85944887122?pwd=bCtMZTA4UjlzUWZyWDF0TW5GUDRHQT09

Parent University @ Dixon School of Arts & Sciences
2022-01-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Dixon School of Arts & Sciences, 1201 N. H Street, FL, 32501, United States
Stop by the Autism Pensacola table to learn more about our services and resources, ask questions, or just to say “hi”! We’ll be there from 10a-2p at Dixon School of Arts and Sciences.
Parent University is an initiative that brings education and resources together to offer parenting and life skills training to our community.
Autism Pensacola @ Parent University
1201 N. H Street, Pensacola
January 15, 2022 from 10a-2p

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Sensory-Friendly Shopping @ Apple Market
2022-01-12 07:00 - 09:00, 2022-01-01 07:00 - 09:00 | Apple Market, 1023 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32503, United States

Project Lifesaver January Battery Change
2022-01-10 15:30 - 18:30 | Autism Pensacola, 10001 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32514, United States
Project Lifesaver program participants are required to have their transmitter batteries changed once per month by Escambia County Search and Rescue. The battery change event happens from 3:30-6:30p at the office of Autism Pensacola located at 10001 N. Davis Highway, Building 1, Pensacola, FL.
If you are unable to attend the monthly battery change, call our office at 850.434.7171 and we will put you in touch with someone from Escambia County Search and Rescue. Failure to arrange a battery change during any month will result in a fee of $30.
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Membership Respite for 2022 Autism Pensacola Members
2022-01-08 10:30 - 13:30
Autism Pensacola’s Member Respite program occurs every second Saturday at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. 2022 membership holders can choose to utilize their membership perks for our monthly respite program. Register today for the January 8th respite event!

Sensory Story Saturdays @ The West Florida Public Library Downtown
2022-01-08 10:30 - 11:30
Our friends at the West Florida Library in downtown Pensacola are offering a Sensory Friendly Saturday storytime with Autism Pensacola on Saturday, January 8th at 10:30 AM.
Visit the event website here: https://mywfpl.com/events/details/2022/01/08/default-calendar/sensory-story-saturdays

Caregiver Support Chat - API Office
2022-01-06 10:00 - 11:00
Join our first support chat of the year on Thursday, January 6th from 10 to 11 AM at the Autism Pensacola Office.

MOMO @ SOGO ~ A Cooking Class for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
2022-01-04 18:00 - 19:30 | SoGourmet, 407-D South Palafox St., Pensacola, FL, 32502
Join us for Meals On My Own @ So Gourmet (MOMO @ SOGO) on Tuesday, January 4th from 6 to 7:30 PM to learn how to make charcuterie boards. Class registration is limited to the first 10 paid attendees. Cost is$25 for 2022 Autism Pensacola members and $35 for non-members. Registration closes on Sunday, January 2nd!
https://autismpensacola.wufoo.com/forms/mmkluvx0p8tx8n/

Bowling at Cordova Lanes!
2021-12-17 18:00 - 20:00
For the month of December, our monthly Game Night will meet at Cordova Lanes for an evening of bowling on Friday, December 17th from 6 to 8 PM. Attendees must be age 16 or older to attend and those under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult. The cost to attend will be $20 per person and includes a drink and 2 slices of pizza. Only 16 spots availalble, so register now!
https://autismpensacola.wufoo.com/forms/mlsqjfz17bzaik/

MOMO @ SoGo - A Cooking Class for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
2021-12-14 18:00 - 19:30
Meals On My Own (MOMO @ SoGo) takes place monthly at SoGourmet in downtown Pensacola. This event is typically held on the 2nd Tuesday of each month and begins at 6 PM. Our next class will specialize in baking for the holidays. Cost to attend is $25 for current API members or $35 for non-members. Each class only has 10 spots available, so be sure to register early for this fun event!
https://autismpensacola.wufoo.com/forms/mvkyeuv0916a26/

The Polar Express - A Drive Thru Event
2021-12-04 13:00 - 15:00 | The Autism Center of the Studer Family Children’s Hospital, 5045 Carpenter Creek Drive, Pensacola, FL, 32503, United States
All Aboard for a Jolly, Holly Drive-Thru Event!!!
Join us on Saturday, December 4th from 1 to 3 PM and experience the magic of the holidays.
The Autism Center of the Studer Family Children’s Hospital Parking Lot
5045 Carpenter Creek Drive
Pensacola, FL 32503

Advance registration is required to attend. All attendees will remain in their vehicles for a drive through the designated areas and will visit each station for holiday-themed goodies to take home. With only 100 vehicle spots open, tickets are sure to go fast!
Register your vehicle here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/215878156377

Caregiver Support Chat
2021-12-02 10:00 - 11:00
Join us at our office on Thursday, December 2nd @ 10 AM for our next Caregiver Support Chat.

The Polar Express ~ A Drive-Thru Event
2021-11-23 08:00 - 17:00
All aboard for a fun-filled drive through the Polar Express on Saturday, December 4th! This is a free event is for special needs families and their friends to attend.
Each vehicle registered will drive through the parking area and stop at each decorated car along the way to collect holiday-themed crafts and goodies. All attendees must remain in their vehicles while visiting the Polar Express.
There are only 100 vehicle tickets available, so reserve your spot today!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/215878156377
Have questions, please contact Shanan Chason at (850) 434-7171 or by email at shanan@autismpensacola.org.

Play Day at the Park
2021-11-20 11:00 - 13:00 | Gull Point Community Center, 7000 Spanish Trail, Pensacola, 32504, United States
Join the Autism Pensacola staff members and volunteers for a Play Day at the Park!

Where: Gulf Point Community Center and Park
Address: 7000 Spanish Trail, Pensacola, FL 32504
Time: 11 AM to 1 PM

Complimentary hot dogs, chips, and drinks will be served while supplies last and attendees will have access to indoor bathrooms in addition to a sensory calming space. Sneaky Tiki Shaved Ice will be set up in the parking lot for attendees to purchase a cold treat or hot cocoa from. We hope to see you there!

Game Night for Adults on the Spectrum
2021-11-19 18:00 - 20:00
Sign up for our next game night for adults on the autism spectrum on November 19th from 6 to 8 PM in our office. Enjoy video games, cards, and board games while making friends. Only 11 spots available, so be sure to register quickly.
https://form.jotform.com/212915426634153

GAP Support Chat
2021-11-19 10:00 - 11:00
Join us every 3rd Friday at 10 AM for the Grandparents of Autism Pensacola support chat.

November Respite
2021-11-13 10:30 - 13:30
All current 2021 Autism Pensacola members are eligible for our monthly respite program every second Saturday of the month. Our next respite event will be held on Saturday, November 13th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. Registration is required to attend and spots are limited to the first 12 children registered.

Register Now!

Virtual Caregiver Support Chat
2021-11-11 20:00 - 21:00
Log in from the comfort of your home for our monthly Caregiver Support Chat to connect with others that understand the unique challenges and victories associated with caring for a loved on the autism spectrum.
Registration is required to gain login information.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtduCorzMoGNe0DKGTTyC31mU4vBiLEdnX

Frank Brown International Songwriters Festival & Silent Auction
2021-11-10 18:00 - 22:00 | Sunset Cork Room, 225 E. 16th Avenue, Gulf Shores, AL, 36542
Support Autism Pensacola at the Sunset Cork Room during the Frank Brown Songwriter’s Festival!
Enjoy an evening of music, food, and a silent auction that includes jewelry, gift baskets, paintings, wines, fishing trip for 2, pontoon rental, sunset cruise for 8, zoo passes, home decor items, furniture, and so much more.
All proceeds benefit Autism Pensacola.
Sunset Cork Room . 225 E. 16th Avenue . Gulf Shores, AL
(link to map)
Call to make table reservations: 251.967.4773

Silent Auction & Buy It Now
November 2nd through November 10th

Frank Brown Songwriter’s Festival Night of Musical Magic & Silent Auction
Saturday, November 10th . 6-10pm . Reservations Are Advised

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
November 2nd – November 10th
Silent Auction Bidding & Buy It Now Is Open!
November 10th
6-7p
Opening Act featuring Taylor Craven & Christiana Christian
7-8:15p
Logan Blade, young man with autism who is nonverbal, but can sing like no other
Tammy Vice, Stephen Lee Veal & Mac Walter
8p
Silent Auction Bidding & Buy It Now Closes
8:30p-9:45p
Musical Performances by Mary Sarah, Mitch Clark, Lynn Langham & Doug Gill

Annual Trunk or Treat
2021-10-30 14:00 - 16:00
Join us on Saturday, October 30th from 2 to 4 PM for a ghoulishly fun Trunk or Treat event for special needs families. To provide a safe and socially distanced activity, participants will remain in their vehicles and drive through the designated path to collect goodies and treats from decorated trunks along the way. Registration in advance is required.

https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/events/180364273397/tickets

Trunk or Treat Drive-Thru
2021-10-30 11:00 - 13:00
Join us on Saturday, October 30th from 2 to 4 PM for a ghoulishly fun Trunk or Treat event for special needs families. To provide a safe and socially distanced activity, participants will remain in their vehicles and drive through the designated path to collect goodies and treats. You must register your vehicle in advance.
https://www.eventbrite.com/manage/events/180364273397/tickets

Caregiver Support Chat - API Office
2021-10-28 10:00 - 11:00
Join us on Thursday, October 28th in our office at 10 AM for the Caregiver Support Chat. Connect with other families that understand the unique celebrations and challenges of caring for a loved one on the autism spectrum. Light refreshments will be available for participants.

Game Night for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
2021-10-15 18:00 - 20:00
Individuals ages 18+ are invited to join us at the Autism Pensacola office every 3rd Friday of the month for Game Night. Play cards, board games, and video games while making friends. Registration in advance is required, sign up today.
https://form.jotform.com/212725433814049

GAP (Grandparents of Autism Pensacola) Support Chat
2021-10-15 10:00 - 11:00
Every 3rd Friday of each month, join the grandparents of Autism Pensacola for fellowship and support at our office beginning at 10 AM.

Caregiver Support Chat - Marcus Pointe Baptist Church
2021-10-14 17:30 - 19:00
Once per month, we offer an evening support chat for families and caregivers at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, October 14th from 5:30 to 7 PM. Childcare and dinner will be provided for attendees who register in advance.
https://form.jotform.com/212725265191050

Monthly Member Respite
2021-10-09 10:30 - 13:30
Our next Member Respite event will take place on Saturday, October 9th from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Participant families must be current 2021 members of Autism Pensacola in order to attend.
https://autismpensacola.wufoo.com/forms/zs6zpp3126zvnq/
