Autism Pensacola

Friday Night Game Night
2023-06-16 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join us every 3rd Friday of the month for Friday Night Game Night with Autism Pensacola from 6 to 8PM.

Play Time at Pensacola Kids Place
2023-06-25 10:00 - 12:00
Join us on Sunday, June 25th for a play date for children ages 8 and younger on the autism spectrum at Pensacola Kids Place from 10 AM to 12 PM. This event is closed to the public and is open for siblings to attend. Current 2023 Autism Pensacola members will receive up to two (2) children admissions at no cost and only pay $5.00 per additional child attending. Non-members may attend this event at a cost of $8.00 per child admission. Please be sure to RSVP no later than June 23rd to attend.
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Second Saturday Respite
2023-07-08 10:30 - 13:30, 2023-08-12 10:30 - 13:30, 2023-09-09 10:30 - 13:30, 2023-10-14 10:30 - 13:30
Autism Pensacola offers a monthly respite opportunity to current members of its organization on the second Saturday of each month from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM. For information on how to reserve a spot for your child, email info@autismpensacola.org or call our office at 850-434-7171.
*This event is only open to 2023 Autism Pensacola members. To become a member, please visit ww.autismpensacola.org/membership/.

Project Lifesaver Battery Change
2023-07-10 15:30 - 18:30, 2023-08-14 15:30 - 18:30, 2023-09-11 15:30 - 18:30
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.

Sensory Street Reception
2023-07-13 08:00 - 17:00

Sensory Street
2023-07-13 08:00 - 2023-07-15 17:00

Grandparents of Autism Pensacola (GAP)
2023-07-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-20 10:00 - 11:00
Please join us each 3rd Friday of the month for our GAP support group beginning at 10AM. This group meets at our office located at 10001 N. Davis Highway, Building 1, Pensacola, FL 32514.
**This group is strictly reserved for grandparents/caregivers of an individual on the autism spectrum.

Friday Night Game Night
2023-07-28 18:00 - 20:00
Game night for ages 15+ for the month of July has been rescheduled to the 4th Friday from 6 to 8 PM at the Autism Pensacola office.
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Parent Empowerment Program
2023-08-12 11:00 - 13:00
The parent empowerment series include interactive courses on a variety of topics intended for families of children with autism. The purpose of the series is to present information on each topic, encourage discussion, and provide simple techniques aimed at facilitating meaningful outcomes for the entire family. Each session focuses on a unique topic. Families are welcome to sign up for one or more sessions. This program is provided in partnership with the Autism Center of the Studer Family Children’s Hospital at Ascension Sacred Heart.
August Session: Behavior Speaks – Increasing Functional Communication
Functional communication is the ability for someone to communicate their basic needs and feelings effectively. Join us for this presentation where we explore the benefits of functional communication and how to help build this skill across settings.
Attendance covers handouts, a light lunch, and childcare during the presentation. Information on signing up for childcare will be sent after registration.
Cost: $20 per person or $30 per household (2 attendees)
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Game Night at Cordova Lanes
2023-08-19 18:00 - 20:00
Join our monthly game night for age 15+ on Saturday, August 19th from 6 to 8 PM at Cordova Lanes. Game night will include 2 hours of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and drinks. Cost is $20 for current API members and $30 for non-members. Register Now!!!

Meals on My Own
2023-08-22 17:30 - 19:30
Meals on My Own is a monthly cooking class for adults 18+ with autism that meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Pensacola Cooks Kitchen from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. This month’s class will feature a menu of Breakfast Fruit Lemon Tart with Granola Crust, Chicken Ranchero Enchilada Crostata, and a Salted Caramel Apple Rose Tart.

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Friday Night Game Night
2023-09-15 18:00 - 20:00
Join us every 3rd Friday of the month for Friday Night Game Night with Autism Pensacola from 6 to 8PM.
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Steps for Autism
2023-09-23 08:00 - 17:00

Meals on My Own
2023-09-26 17:30 - 19:30
Meals on My Own is a monthly cooking class for adults 18+ with autism that meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at the Pensacola Cooks Kitchen from 5:30 to 7:30 PM.
For the month of September, attendees will learn how to make Mojo Pork Turnovers, Ropa Viejo (National Cuban Dish), and Non-Alcoholic Mojitos. Cost is $40 for API Members and $50 for non-members.
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Connecting the Pieces Caregiver Support Chat
2023-10-04 10:00 - 11:00
The Connecting the Pieces Caregiver Support Chat is a support group for individuals and families living with autism. This group meets the first Wednesday of each month at the Autism Pensacola Office from 10:00 to 11:00 AM.

Bingo with Your Besties
2023-10-09 18:00 - 20:00

2023 Seville Rotary Steak Cook Off
2023-10-13 18:00 - 21:00
A steak cooking competition for pride and bragging rights. Join us for tasting or put in a team and have a great time on Friday, October 13th, 2023 at Seville Quarter. Tickets are $40 each and gets attendees the chance to try New York strip steaks provided by Winn Dixie and prepared by twenty teams competing for the bragging rights to win the 11th Annual Steak Cook-Off presented by Seville Rotary Club. All proceeds benefit Manna Food Pantries and other local non-profit organizations, including Autism Pensacola. We want you to be a part of the best fundraising event in Pensacola so get your tickets today! $40 in advance $50 at the door.
Click here to purchase your tickets benefiting Autism Pensacola.

Project Lifesaver Battery Change
2023-10-16 16:30 - 18:30
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 4:30-6:30p 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.

Game Night at Cordova Lanes (Ages 15+)
2023-10-21 18:00 - 20:00
Join us on Saturday, October 21st at Cordova Lanes from 6 to 8 PM for our monthly game night for ages 15 & older.
Register now to attend!

Meals on My Own - A Cooking Class for Adults on the Autism Spectrum
2023-10-24 17:30 - 19:30
Our next cooking class for adults on the autism spectrum will take place at Pensacola Cooks on Tuesday, October 24th featuring fall-themed comfort foods.
Date: Tuesday, October 24th
Time: 5:30-7:30 PM
Location: 4051 Barrancas Ave Suite C, Pensacola, FL 32507
Menu: Roasted Butternut Squash Soup, Brie and Honey Drizzled Apple Grilled Cheese, and a Pumpkin Roll.
Registration is $40 for Autism Pensacola members and $50 for non-members.
Must RSVP no later than October 20th!
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Questions: Contact the API office at 850-434-7171 or email shanan@autismpensacola.org.

A Spooktacular Special Needs Trunk or Treat Event
2023-10-28 08:00 - 17:00
Join Autism Pensacola along with many other community resource organizations for our annual Spooktacular Special Needs Trunk or Treat event scheduled for October 28th from 1 to 3 PM. This year’s event will take place at the Pearl Nelson Center located at 916 E Fairfield Dr, Pensacola, FL 32503 in a gated parking lot. We will have over 20 trunks and will offer edible and non-edible treats for all ages. Hope to see you there!

Connecting the Pieces Caregiver Support Chat
2023-11-01 10:00 - 11:00
Join us every 1st Wednesday of the month to connect with other families who understand the unique challenges and wonderful victories of caring for an individual on the autism spectrum. This group is open to the public and meets at our office at 10 a.m.
