Autism Pensacola

Caregiver Appreciation Luncheon
2018-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | 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

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.

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.

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

Limited-edition Christmas cards by artists with autism
2018-11-28 - 2018-12-25
Autism Pensacola has a limited quantity of our 10-pack Christmas cards, designed by artists with autism. Each pack is available for a donation of $15. You can order your pack of 10 cards HERE.
What a festive way to spread Holiday cheer and autism awareness! Purchased packs may be picked up at the Autism Pensacola office (3916 N. 10th Avenue) . Please call the office at (850) 434-7171 to set up a time to pick up. If you need your cards shipped, email shanan@autismpensacola.org after ordering.

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!

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.

Thirty-One Bags fundraiser supports end-of-year campaign
2018-11-15 - 2018-12-31
Thirty-One Gifts senior consultant, Deborah Sanders, is hosting a November sale to support Autism Pensacola. If you order a medium utility tote with her through the end of the month, the cost is $35 (includes shipping). A large utility tote is $41 (includes shipping). All items purchased through her web site on the Autism Pensacola party will receive a percentage of the proceeds.
To order a Medium Utility Tote: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1GNXrdPyPZ4lQ9leW1GARLgfugxW3TZFYMakKROU9c0w/edit
To order from the catalog go to: https://www.mythirtyone.com/us/en/dsanders/info/catalog/browsecatalog#
or contact Deborah at dsandersgift@gmail.com

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/

Caregiver Dinner and Annual Meeting - Nov. 13
2018-11-13 18:00 - 20:00
Come join Autism Pensacola for this year’s Annual Evening Meeting and caregiver dinner sponsored by Sonny’s BBQ! The meeting will be held at the Pollak Training Center, Arc Gateway, located at the corner of Fairfield Drive and 10th Avenue, at 6:00-8:00 p.m., November 13.
We will be announcing the results of our new class of board members and our very own President/CEO Cate Merrill will share highlights from this successful year with exciting news about our future.
Please reserve your spot at http://bit.ly/APIDinner18 by November 7th to ensure your dinner and that childcare services will be provided.
Date: Nov. 13, 6 to 8 p.m.
Location: Pollak Training Center, Arc Gateway, corner of Fairfield Drive and 10th Avenue
Dinner: Sonny’s BBQ
Childcare provided: Register HERE!

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.

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.

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.

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

Trunk or Treat with API
2018-10-27 13:00 - 15:00 | 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

Creating inclusivity in recreation focus of one-day training
2018-10-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
Finding an afterschool program, day care, or a recreational program that understands and serves children and families with special needs can be a challenge. That is why Autism Pensacola is a long-time partner and supporter of the National Inclusion Project’s Let’s All Play (LAP) program.
For the seventh year, API will host Aron Hall, director of programs for Let’s All Play, to train organizations on the principles of inclusion. This FREE event is set for October 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church. The daylong training is open to the public – targeting summer programs, day cares, afterschool programs, Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, sports programs, etc.
To register for this event, please visit http://bit.ly/APInclusion.
The one-day training will cover topics such as “Inclusion – The Right Thing to Do,” “Setting the Right Atmosphere for Inclusion Success,” “Making Connections – Fostering Meaningful Relationships between Children,” “No Child Left on the Sidelines – Keeping Children Engaged.”
Past attendees include the YMCA of Northwest Florida, Martial Arts America, Pensacola Little Theatre, and Santa Rosa 4-H, among others. Lunch will be provided, but registration must be received by Oct. 22.
For information about the National Inclusion Project and LAP, go to inclusionproject.org.

Christmas support for local families
2018-10-22 - 2018-11-15
Autism Pensacola is once again supporting families living with autism in our local community with a Christmas assistance program for families in need. This is a space-limited program and requires a letter of recommendation from a school or other agency (therapy centers, social workers, etc.) that can speak to the family’s need. If applying for Christmas assistance, the family applying must also submit a letter explaining your need.
How to Apply:

Families may fill out the Application Form HERE: Christmas Assistance Application Form

OR they may download the application form and submit with letter: Download the application HERE
OR stop by the API office (3916 N. 10th Avenue) during business hours to pick up an application form

To complete the application, letter of recommendation must be received from a school or other agency. Please have the organization submit letter on letterhead.
Emailed applications should be sent to shanan@autismpensacola.org; or mail to Autism Pensacola, P.O. Box 30213, Pensacola, FL 32503.

Applications must be received and complete by November 15, 2018. Families will be notified on Tuesday, November 27th, if they have been selected to receive Christmas assistance.

ABCs of ABA with Sacred Heart
2018-10-20 - 2019-05-14 | Sacred Heart Autism Center, 5154 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL, United States
The ABCs of ABA is a free class, presented by the Sacred Heart Autism Center, designed to help parents, teachers, and community participants acquire a foundational knowledge regarding the scientific principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and how they can be used to improve behavior and increase skills.
Childcare available – but you must register! Go to https://ascension-fl.regfox.com/abcs-of-applied-behavior-analysis-aba
Upcoming dates:
January 15th 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m.
February 16th 2019 from 9 a.m. to noon
March 14th 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m.
April 13th 2019 from 9 a.m. to noon
May 14th 2019 from 6 to 8 p.m.
To register for 2019 events, go to https://ascension-fl.regfox.com/abcs-of-applied-behavior-analysis-aba

Horseback Riding at The Leaning Post
2018-10-20 | Leaning Post Ranch, 4150 Cedar Springs Rd., Molino, FL
Autism Pensacola, Inc., is hosting a morning ride for up to 20 riders at The Leaning Post ranch on Saturday, Oct. 20.
Pre-registration is required. Cost is $10 per person for API members; $25 per person for non-members.
Due to space, this event is for autistic individuals only.
Go to: http://bit.ly/LeaningPost to sign up!

Trick or Treat Practice
2018-10-18 16:00 - 17:30 | Sacred Heart Autism Center, 5154 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL, United States
Join the Autism Center at Sacred Heart Hospital for a Family Halloween Party on Oct. 18 from 4 to 5:30 p.m. Individuals who need to “practice” Trick or Treating are invited to attend, along with siblings and friends. There will be games, sensory activities, and other fun planned for the afternoon.
The Autism Center is located at 5154 Bayou Blvd., Pensacola, FL 32503
Contact (850) 416-4681 for information.

Jersey Mike's Give Back Days
2018-10-16 - 2018-10-18 | Jersey Mike’s, 503 N Navy Blvd, Pensacola, 32507, United States
Jersey Mike’s on Navy Blvd. is supporting Autism Pensacola!
All you have to do is print the flyer, stop by Jersey Mike’s Oct. 16-18, and use one of the coupons. API will get $3 from every sale. Flyers will be available at our office, 3916 N. 10th Avenue, Pensacola. Or print your own; and make sure to share with all your friends!

Help us support families living with autism in Northwest Florida.

Touch a Truck - Autism Families
2018-10-13 09:00 - 12:00
Come meet local first responders in a safe, sensory-sensitive enviroment on Oct. 13th from 9 a.m. to noon at the Pensacola Fire Station #1. Enter off Strong Street. Pensacola Police Department and local EMS will be on hand to meet and greet participants. Open to all ages.
Questions? Contact the Autism Pensacola office, (850) 434-7171 or email admin@autismpensacola.org.
Sponsored by Autism Pensacola, Pensacola Fire Department, and Pensacola Police Department.

Sweet Frog Spirit Nights
2018-10-10 - 2018-10-16
Enjoy a sweet treat and support API at one of our Spirit Nights –
Date: Oct 10, 6 to 9 p.m.
Location: Sweet Frog, Gulf Breeze
3749 Gulf Breeze Pkwy.

Date: Oct. 16, 6 to 9 p.m.
Location: Sweet Frog, Pace
4871 Hwy 90

TOPSoccer 2018
2018-10-01 - 2018-12-31
A soccer league for those with a different ability kicks off in October. TOPSoccer is a league for any age and ability. The goal is to get the kids having fun, exercising, and learning a sport. Practices are one-hour weekly sessions.
Pace team begins Monday, Oct. 1, from 5 to 6 p.m. at 3360 Joppa Rd.
Gulf Breeze team starts Tuesday, Oct. 2, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., at 800 Shoreline Dr.
Contact Coach Amanda Green for more information. Phone (850) 304-3726 or agreen7709
@gmail.com.

Piecing It Together - Support Group
2018-09-25 - 2018-12-04 | Autism Pensacola, 10001 N. Davis Highway, Pensacola, FL, 32514, United States
Beginning Tuesday, Sept. 25, from 10 to 11 a.m. join API support staff for a weekly meetup in the Autism Pensacola office, 3916 N. 10th Avenue.
Facilitated by our intern, Kira, each week will center around a topic of interest in the special needs community. Come get connected with resources in your community!
#AutismFriendlyNWFL

Empowering Saturday
2018-09-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
Empowerment Parent Resource Center invites you to an Empowering Saturday on September 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church.
The morning begins with a workshop featuring regional speakers from Project 10 and Parents of the Panhandle Information Network. Topics will include new Special Education laws, the focus of study in the high school years, and transition success.
Sign up for the workshop at http://bit.ly/Empowering18

That morning will also feature a SibShop workshop, in conjunction with Respite Saturday. To sign up for SibShop, go to http://bit.ly/SibShop18. To sign up for Respite, email Dana Wilmot at bdwilmot@att.net.

Life Stories Transition Summit
2018-09-14 08:00 - 16:00 | Marcus Pointe Baptist Church, 6205 North W St, Pensacola , FL, 32505, United States
There is still time to register! If you are a person dealing with “adulting,” a person who is going to be “adulting,” a parent or family member, or a community organization that supports the transition process for individuals with special needs, this is the event for you!
Our Pensacola FSU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities office, in collaboration with the Empowerment Parent Resource Center, the Family Network on Disabilities, the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources Center, and Autism Pensacola, Inc, would like to invite you to attend a free, full-day transition summit on September 14th from 9 am – 4 pm.
This summit bring together local resources and agencies that support young adult and adults with disabilities. Panel discussions followed by breakout sessions will provide opportunities for individuals with disabilities, their families, community members, and professionals with information on how to promote healthy, meaningful, productive lifestyles for young adults and adults with disabilities.
Pre-registration by 9/6 is required to reserve a lunch. If you are planning on having more than one person attend, please register each person individually so they can be included in the lunch count.

Innovative Imaging with Dr. Mark Bolding
2018-09-08 15:00 - 17:00
The Pensacola Civitan Club will host a Workshop titled “Innovative Imaging” on Saturday, September 8, 2018. The event will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn on Airport Blvd. from 3-5 pm.
Established in 1989, the UAB Civitan International Research Center has strived to empower families and children with or at-risk for developmental disabilities. The Center has forged a legacy of world-class research focusing on the wonders of the human brain and its role in health and disease across the lifespan.
The guest speaker will be Dr. Mark Bolding, Director of the Civitan International Neuroimaging Laboratory in Birmingham, Ala. Civitan International is excited to showcase their Research Center and the services and research it provides, related to Autism, Dementia, Alzheimer’s, Cerebral Palsy, Parkinson’s, Schizophrenia, Macular Degeneration, Spinal Cord Injury, Glioma, ALS, and injuries and rare disorders of the brain.
CIRC web site is: http://www.uab.edu/medicine/circ
If you plan to attend, please let us know by sending an email to: pensacolacivitan@gmail.com
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Support Steps with a sweet treat
2018-09-06 - 2018-09-12
Support Steps for Autism with a delicious dozen from Krispy Kreme!
Single Krispy Kreme Certificates: Each Certificate is redeemable for one dozen Original Glazed® doughnuts. $9 per certificate.
Krispy Kreme BOGO Cards: Valid for 10 FREE dozens – Each card has a value of over $80. $20 per card.
Order online – http://bit.ly/Steps4KrispyKreme – and pick up at the Steps for Autism celebration on Sept. 15 at Marcus Pointe Baptist Church from noon to 3 p.m. The certificates and cards will be at our API information table.
Or you can stop by the office on Monday, Sept. 17, between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. to pick up your order.
ORDER HERE

Community Friends Tour - Kids for Camp 2018
2018-07-16 09:45 - 12:00
Autism Pensacola invites its donors and supporters to a Community Friends tour July 16 of Kids for Camp. The tour will be hosted by Autism Pensacola board members .
This is a come and go event with three options for participation. RSVP by July 11th: http://bit.ly/K4CTour
Schedule of events
• 9:45 a.m. – Tour of the Teen and Young Adult camp at Washington High School,
6000 College Parkway Pensacola 32504 (Please park at the athletic entrance of
WHS. Enter the camp hallway via the 3rd door off the sidewalk.)
• 10:35 – 11:10 a.m. – Coffee with API board members. Hosted at our Elementary
campus, Holm Elementary, 6101 Lanier Dr. Pensacola 32504 (Please meet near the
audiology clinic on the side of the school near Workman Middle School.)
• 11:15 a.m. – Tour of the Elementary campus begins, Holm Elementary.
Autism Pensacola’s 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.
