Autism Pensacola

Game Night for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
2022-02-18 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Register to join Autism Pensacola for our next Game Night on Friday, February 18th at DeLuna Lanes from 6 to 8 PM! Cost is $20.00 per bowler and includes 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and a soft drink. Space is limited to the first 15 paid attendees.
Click here to reserve your spot NOW!

GAP Support Group - Grandparents of Autism Pensacola
2022-02-18 10:00 - 11:00
Grandparents of Autism Pensacola (GAP) meets monthly on the 3rd Friday at 10:00 AM in the Autism Pensacola Office.

Connecting the Pieces Virtual Caregiver Chat
2022-02-17 20:00 - 21:00
Register here for our virtual Caregiver support chat on Thursday, February 17th at 8 PM.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUsdOysqD8qHNERdte3gTonmqtYYLPWlLJB

Project Lifesaver February Battery Change
2022-02-14 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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2nd Saturday Respite
2022-02-12 10:30 - 13:30
2022 Autism Pensacola members have access to membership perks that include our 2nd Saturday Respite each month at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. Respite hours are 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Contact shanan@autismpensacola.org to register or for questions regarding the program.

Sensory Story Time with the West Florida Public Library!
2022-02-12 10:30 - 11:30
Sensory Story Time is a safe and sensory-friendly reading time for all with the support of an ASL interpreter. Join us on Saturday, February 12th from 10:30 to 11:30 AM at 12248 Gulf Beach Highway, Pensacola, FL 32507 for this fun family event.

Behavior Speaks - Building Functional Communication
2022-02-07 12:00 - 13:00
Join the Autism Center of The Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart for a FREE monthly Lunch & Learn virtual event!
Functional communication is the ability to
communicate one’s wants and needs in a
meaningful and effective way. Increasing a
child’s functional communication may help
reduce frustrations and challenging behaviors
as well as provide opportunities to build social
relationships. During this presentation, we will
discuss how to determine what your child is
trying to communicate with his/her behavior and
strategies for choosing and teaching an
an appropriate alternative method to communicate.
Date: Monday, February 7, 2022
Noon-12:45 PM CST
Registration required to attend: https://ascension-fl.regfox.com/behavior-speaks

Kids for Camp Informational Meeting
2022-02-05 11:00 - 12:00
Are you interested in having your child or young adult on the autism spectrum attend the 2022 session of Kids for Camp? Join our staff and Program Director, Shanan Chason, on Saturday, February 5th at 11 AM via Zoom for an informational meeting to learn more about Kids for Camp and what to expect during the application process.
Register Now!https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwpdumtqjgvE9ay2Kuww76mCir5vsYmhhZV

Sensory Story Time at the West Florida Public Library
2022-02-05 10:30 - 11:30
Bring the kids to enjoy Sensory Story Time at the West Florida Public Library located at 239 N. Spring Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 from 10:30 to 11:30 AM on Saturday, February 5th. An ASL interpreter will be onsite.

Sensory Friendly Shopping @ Apple Market
2022-02-05 07:00 - 09:00 | Apple Market, 1023 Scenic Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32503, United States
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

Connecting the Pieces Caregiver Chat
2022-02-03 10:00 - 11:00
On Tuesday, February 3rd, stop by the Autism Pensacola office from 10-11 AM and connect with other caregivers who understand the unique challenges of caring for a loved one on the autism spectrum.

MOMO @ SOGO ~ A Cooking Class for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
2022-02-01 18:00 - 19:30 | SoGourmet, 407-D South Palafox St., Pensacola, FL, 32502
Our next Meals On My Own cooking class for adults on the autism spectrum will take place on Tuesday, February 1st at SoGourmet in downtown Pensacola from 6 to 7:30 PM and will feature Valentine’s Day themed dishes. 2022 Member rate is $25 per class and $35 for non-members. Registration is limited to the first 10 people registered, so reserve your spot today!

Sensory-Friendly Shopping @ Apple Market
2022-01-26 07:00 - 09:00

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

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!
