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SUMMARY:The 30th Annual Autism Conference Managing a Changing World
DESCRIPTION:Join Autism Connections and agency and education professionals\, families\, individuals with autism\, and exhibitors at the 30th Annual Autism Conference on April 29\, 2021 on virtual platform SOCIO. The conference will begin at 8:00 a.m. with the Exhibitor Showcase. Presentations begin at 9:00 a.m. and the conference concludes at 4:00 p.m. \nEducator\, writer\, and global advocate Morénike Giwa Onaiwu is our morning keynote speaker. \nStacey Gordon\, an American puppeteer who is best known for portraying Julia\, a four-year-old female Muppet with autism on Sesame Street\, is our afternoon keynote speaker. Stacey is also the mom of a child with autism. \nThe Keynotes will be followed by morning and afternoon breakout sessions. Registration for parents/caregivers/people with autism – $50\,  agency professionals and educators – $80. \nWe hope to see you for a day of education\, inspiration\, and connection!
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/the-30th-annual-autism-conference-managing-a-changing-world/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
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SUMMARY:TMS and ASD – 2021 Research Updates
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to hear Manuel Casanova\, MD\, describe recent research using transcranial magnetic stimulation as a potential therapy for a number of neurological and psychiatric conditions. \n  \nManuel Casanova\, MD\, completed his residency training in neurology and then spent 3 years doing a fellowship in neuropathology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. During his stay at the Johns Hopkins Hospital\, Dr. Casanova was in-charge of Pediatric Neuropathology. He spent several years as Deputy Medical Examiner for Washington\, D.C.\, where he gained valuable experience in the post-mortem examination of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and child abuse. His expertise in the field was recognized by honorary appointments as a Scientific Expert for the Armed Forces Institute of Pathology and as a Professorial Lecturer for the Department of Forensic Science at George Washington University. Dr. Casanova spent 8 years helping to establish 2 of the most successful brain banks in this country: The Johns Hopkins Brain Resource Center (3 years) and the Brain Bank Unit of the Clinical Brains Disorders Branch at the National Institutes of Mental Health (5 years).
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/tms-and-asd-2021-research-updates/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Behavior Training,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210423T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210423T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210222T181507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T181507Z
UID:20724-1619186400-1619197200@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Biennial Autism Conference
DESCRIPTION:VT Autism Clinic & Center for Autism Research Biennial Autism Conference: Autism in the COVID-19 Era\nComing to you virtually in April…\nHosted by the Washington Group Special Care Planning Team\, the VT Psychology Department in the College of Science\, and VTAC/CAR. \nKeynote speaker: Dr. Micah Mazurek\, Associate Professor in the Department of Human Services at the University of Virginia and the Director of Supporting Transformative Autism Research (STAR) program. \nFriday\, April 23\, 2021 from 2-5pm EST \nFREE!  Virtual via Zoom.  Registration information will be available soon. \nFor more information\, please contact vtautismcenter@vt.edu
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/biennial-autism-conference/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210412T160027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210412T160027Z
UID:21361-1618657200-1618664400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:CA Adult Programs Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday\, April 17th from 11-1 to tour CA’s Adult Program and learn about the process. Come for the whole two hours to socialize or just long enough to ask your questions and tour the house! CA staff and current residents will be on site to answer your questions.  \nCA will be providing light refreshments.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/ca-adult-programs-open-house-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210322T131104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T131104Z
UID:21219-1618495200-1618498800@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:April 2021 Health Webinar Series: The AASPIRE Healthcare Toolkit: Improving Healthcare for Autistic Adults
DESCRIPTION:Many autistic individuals do not receive the quality health care services they need to adequately address their complex health concerns. This April\, join us as we examine critical health care issues and explore key priorities\, resources\, and recommendations for future practices. \nApril 1\, 1 PM ET – Health and Health Care in Autistic Children and Adults\, Jessica Rast\, MPH\nApril 7\, 2 PM ET\, Mental Health Priorities and Suicide Prevention: Addressing Needs of Autistic Adults\, Teal Benevides\, PhD\, MS\, OTR/L\, Lisa Morgan\, M.Ed\, CAS\nApril 15\, 2 PM ET\, The AASPIRE Healthcare Toolkit: Improving Healthcare for Autistic Adults\, Christina Nicolaidis\, MD\, MPH \n  \nDescription \nThe Academic Autism Spectrum Partnership in Research and Education (AASPIRE) used a community-based participatory research approach to develop a set of online tools meant to improve primary healthcare for adults on the autism spectrum. Dr. Nicolaidis will review the research used to create and evaluate the toolkit and will demonstrate how adult patients\, their supporters\, and their providers can use the tools to facilitate high quality healthcare. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nChristina Nicolaidis\, MD\, MPH\, is a Professor at the School of Social Work at Portland State University and an Adjunct Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Oregon Health & Science University.  As a general internist and health services researcher\, Dr. Nicolaidis uses participatory research to improve the health and healthcare of marginalized populations. The majority of her current projects focus on autism in adulthood. She is the co-founder and co-director of the Academic Autism Spectrum Partnership in Research and Education (AASPIRE)\, an international academic-community partnership that uses community-based participatory research to address the priorities of autistic adults. AASPIRE has conducted a series of National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)-funded studies on health care and employment for autistic adults and has created the AASPIRE Healthcare Toolkit for use in primary care settings. She is currently leading a large NIMH-funded R01 project to develop and test a set of accessible\, patient-reported outcome measures for autistic adults. She also is the founding Editor-in-Chief of the peer-reviewed journal\, Autism in Adulthood. More broadly\, Dr. Nicolaidis works to improve health equity and address social determinants of health. She has led or collaborated on multiple externally-funded projects on intimate partner violence\, racial health equity\, chronic pain\, substance use disorders\, and health system transformation. She directs the Social Determinants of Health Initiative\, which brings together individuals from Portland State University\, Oregon Health & Science University\, community organizations\, governmental agencies\, and local health systems to improve health equity. Dr. Nicolaidis teaches in the School of Social Work at Portland State University (PSU) and teaches and practices internal medicine at Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU).
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/april-2021-health-webinar-series-the-aaspire-healthcare-toolkit-improving-healthcare-for-autistic-adults/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Support Strategies,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210413T173000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
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UID:20500-1618329600-1618335000@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Art Compass ART COMPASS : Building Social\, Creative and Vocational Skills for Teens and Young Adults with Autism
DESCRIPTION:Art Compass\, Virtually with Deborah Adler \n\n\n\nAn Art Program for Teens and Young Adults with Autism\nAges 13 -25\nTuesdays\, 4:00 – 5:30 pm\nArt Compass has moved to an online platform! Join us for a virtual hands – on workshop to talk about and make art in a warm and welcoming group setting. This program\, led by Art Therapist Deborah Adler\, will inspire creativity\, personal expression and socialization as participants are introduced to a range of artistic processes and materials in the comfort of their own home. All registrants will receive a Zoom Meeting link to join each program session and an Art Tool Kit which will be used throughout the series of virtual workshops.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/virtual-art-compass-art-compass-building-social-creative-and-vocational-skills-for-teens-and-young-adults-with-autism-5/
CATEGORIES:Autism Action Groups,Autism Awareness,Skill Building,Support Group,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210322T130752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T130752Z
UID:21218-1617804000-1617807600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:April 2021 Health Webinar Series: Mental Health Priorities & Suicide Prevention: Addressing Needs of Autistic Adults
DESCRIPTION:Many autistic individuals do not receive the quality health care services they need to adequately address their complex health concerns. This April\, join us as we examine critical health care issues and explore key priorities\, resources\, and recommendations for future practices. \nApril 1\, 1 PM ET – Health and Health Care in Autistic Children and Adults\, Jessica Rast\, MPH\nApril 7\, 2 PM ET\, Mental Health Priorities and Suicide Prevention: Addressing Needs of Autistic Adults\, Teal Benevides\, PhD\, MS\, OTR/L\, Lisa Morgan\, M.Ed\, CAS\nApril 15\, 2 PM ET\, The AASPIRE Healthcare Toolkit: Improving Healthcare for Autistic Adults\, Christina Nicolaidis\, MD\, MPH \n  \nAutistic adults experience high-rates of co-occurring mental health conditions. The work of Autistic Adults and other Stakeholders Engaged Together (AASET) identified top priorities for research and practice. Among these is addressing trauma\, suicide prevention\, and mental health service delivery. This presentation will share the top priorities\, and will provide an introduction to a new toolkit developed by autistic leaders and mental health providers in understanding warning signs of suicide and considerations to take for autistic individuals. \n  \nAbout the Presenters \nLisa Morgan M.Ed. CAS is the co-chair of the Autism and Suicide committee of the American Association of Suicidology.  She has a master’s degree in the Art of Teaching in Special Education\, is a certified autism specialist\, and owner of Lisa Morgan Consulting LLC.  Lisa is the author of three books and two autism resources for crisis support in the autism community.  Lisa is a Community Council member of AASET (Autistic Adults and other Stakeholders Engaged Together). \nTeal W. Benevides\, PhD\, MS\, OTR/L is an occupational therapist\, researcher\, wife\, and mother. Currently\, she serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy and in the Institute of Public and Preventive Health at Augusta University. Teal is committed to fostering access to services and supports for individuals on the autism spectrum. In this collaborative work with autistic partners\, Teal aims to identify ways for individuals to achieve better health outcomes and be able to participate in meaningful life activities. Teal co-leads the Autistic Adults and other Stakeholders Engage Together (AASET) project with Dr. Stephen Shore and a talented Community Council.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/april-2021-health-webinar-series-mental-health-priorities-suicide-prevention-addressing-needs-of-autistic-adults/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Autism Awareness,Support Strategies,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210402T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210201T192046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T192046Z
UID:20493-1617379200-1617390000@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Autism Speaks Hosts: Celebration of Autism
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Autism on 5 June 2020 with fellow parents\, autism advocates and supporters. Murphy’s Irish Pub has provided us a fun environment to support each other\, understand resources available in the community\, learn proactive strategies for raising children\, and network. he Journey program is designed to help parents identify the source of their child’s challenging behavior and learn what they can do about it. If you will not be in attendance but want to support Autism\, please donate. All proceeds for this event go to Autism Speaks. \nSchedule4-5 Happy hour open reception: Talk to local community organizations that support Autism6-630: Guest speaker: Dr. Dan Shapiro (Topic: Autism\, ADHD\, and anxiety coexisting) http://www.parentchildjourney.com  630: Autism Speaks discusses local area services available and gives an overview on grants program645: Raffle (Current Raffle prizes: puzzle piece necklaces)List of organizations in attendance to follow…
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/autism-speaks-hosts-celebration-of-autism/
CATEGORIES:Autism Action Groups,Autism Awareness,Resource Fair,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210322T130150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T130150Z
UID:21217-1617282000-1617285600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:April 2021 Health Webinar Series: Health & Health Care in Autistic Children & Adults
DESCRIPTION:Many autistic individuals do not receive the quality health care services they need to adequately address their complex health concerns. This April\, join us as we examine critical health care issues and explore key priorities\, resources\, and recommendations for future practices. \nApril 1\, 1 PM ET – Health and Health Care in Autistic Children and Adults\, Jessica Rast\, MPH\nApril 7\, 2 PM ET\, Mental Health Priorities and Suicide Prevention: Addressing Needs of Autistic Adults\, Teal Benevides\, PhD\, MS\, OTR/L\, Lisa Morgan\, M.Ed\, CAS\nApril 15\, 2 PM ET\, The AASPIRE Healthcare Toolkit: Improving Healthcare for Autistic Adults\, Christina Nicolaidis\, MD\, MPH \n  \nHealth and health care are critical issues for autistic individuals and can be highly complex. Autistic people often have multiple physical and mental health concerns\, frequently see specialists\, and use multiple medications. Unfortunately\, the current healthcare system often fails to adequately address the needs of people on the spectrum. As a result\, there is more frequent need for emergency health care and hospitalization and frequent unmet needs. We must understand health and healthcare needs across the life course so that recommendations can be made about how to improve health and health care at critical points in a person’s life. \nThis webinar presents findings from the recent National Autism Indicators Report: Health and Health Care. This report\, the sixth in the National Autism Indicators Report Series produced from the Life Course Outcomes Research Program area at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute\, reports indicators of health and health care for autistic people across the lifespan. Topics covered include overall health\, health services\, medication\, insurance\, and accessing services. The report combines data from two national surveys about health\, one national sample of hospital inpatient stays\, and previously published findings from Kaiser Permanente Northern California patient records. \nFindings highlight that autistic people have many healthcare needs that are not adequately addressed and needs for non-physical health concerns such as mental health and specialty care are more often unmet. The report also highlights the racial and ethnic disparities that persist in health and health care in the US. Specific concern arises around health care transition\, with low access to health care transition for youth and limited availability of adult health care providers with autism knowledge.  The purpose of this report is to catalogue indicators to aid in decision making that improves the quality of care and quality of life of autistic persons. \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nJessica Rast is a researcher at the A.J. Drexel Autism Institute of Drexel University. She works in the Life Course Outcomes research program area examining questions about the lives\, experiences\, and services of autistic people. In her role\, she catalogues and analyzes existing national data sources to present a national picture of experiences across life domains and the life span. Much of her work focuses on the transition period from adolescence to adulthood. She is particularly interested in health\, health care\, and models of health service provision\, including examining ways primary care can facilitate mental health care in autistic children and adults.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/april-2021-health-webinar-series-health-health-care-in-autistic-children-adults/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Support Strategies,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210331T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210322T152252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T152252Z
UID:21226-1617195600-1617199200@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Peer Experiences and Behavioral Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the connection between peer experiences and behavioral challenges some individuals with autism may experience during adolescence. \n\nFree certificates of participation are available upon successful completion of a brief knowledge quiz after the webinar. The quiz will be added to this page once the event has concluded.   \n\nSomer Bishop\, PhD\, is an Associate Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco. She is a clinical psychologist with expertise in assessment\, diagnosis\, and treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Her research and clinical interests are focused on ASD symptom manifestations in individuals of different ages and levels of ability\, as well as on differentiating between ASD and other developmental disabilities across the lifespan.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/peer-experiences-and-behavioral-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210326
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210329
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210222T192116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T192116Z
UID:20747-1616716800-1616975999@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Bike for Autism
DESCRIPTION:PLACE\nVIRTUAL – your preference\nRoanoke\, VA US 24019\n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION\n\n\nJoin us for our Inaugural BIKE FOR AUTISM Virtual Cycle Challenge. There are 4 different challenges (3 mile Fun Ride\, 10 mile\,20 mile\, and KOM/QOM) \, something for everyone!  Stationary bikes can even be used for the first 3 challenges (not KOM/QOM).   Fun for an individual or for the whole family and a great opportunity to support a GREAT cause. Each CHALLENGE category (4) will have a drawing from the registrants for a $20 gift card to UNDER DOG BIKES! \nThis challenge will benefit Blue Ridge Autism and Achievement Center (BRAAC)\, a program of SVH Services\, which provides education and services for clients 2-22 and families affected by autism and other unique learning challenges.  BRAAC is licensed by the VDOE.  BRAAC is proud to be a leading training center for children and educational staff.  Our centers serve the Roanoke Valley\, Lynchburg\, Lexington\, and surrounding areas. To learn more visit www.braacroanoke.org. \nFollow our event on STRAVA to post your pictures and progress. \nTHANK YOU for supporting BRAAC and helping us continue our mission of meeting the needs of individuals with unique learning challenges! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRACE CONTACT INFO\n\n\nIf you have any questions about this race\, click the button below. \n\n\nFACEBOOK\n\nLike this page and invite your friends on Facebook.\nJoin this event and invite your friends on Facebook
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/bike-for-autism/
CATEGORIES:Autism Action Groups,Autism Awareness,Fun,Recreation,Social Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210201T201450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T201450Z
UID:20526-1616601600-1616608800@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Free Online Arts Workshop: Coding\, Gaming\, and Website Creation
DESCRIPTION:Young people ages 16-24 with disabilities (such as autism\, ADHD\, and learning disabilities) become the techies of tomorrow\, gaining important technological skills as they are introduced to current issues and challenges shaping social-justice movements. Participants reflect on their own identities and challenge their assumptions by learning how to code\, create games\, and make personal websites. \nAbout NeON Arts:\nCarnegie Hall’s NeON Arts workshops take place online this fall and winter. Participants from all five boroughs of New York City have the chance to connect and collaborate as a community online through free workshops in filmmaking\, visual arts\, theater\, culinary arts\, digital media\, and more. NeON Arts allows young people ages 16–24 to build peer relationships and learn more about opportunities and careers in New York City arts and entertainment industries.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/free-online-arts-workshop-coding-gaming-and-website-creation-8/
CATEGORIES:Autism Action Groups,Recreation,Skill Building,Social Group,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210324T140000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210322T151947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T151947Z
UID:21223-1616590800-1616594400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Brain Inflamed: Anxiety\, Depression\, and Other Mood Disorders in Teens
DESCRIPTION:Anxiety\, depression\, and other mood disorders frequently co-occur with autism spectrum disorders. Tune in to learn about potential triggers\, such as autoimmune conditions\, thyroid disorders\, and post-strep infections\, that can lead to psychological symptoms in adolescents and teens.\n\n\n\nFree certificates of participation are available upon successful completion of a brief knowledge quiz after the webinar. The quiz will be added to this page once the event has concluded.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDr. Kenneth Bock has lectured nationally and internationally for the past three decades on a broad range of topics. His lecture topics have included integrative approaches to immune system imbalances and disorders; detoxification; and the treatment of complex chronic illness\, including Lyme disease and co-infections\, chronic fatigue\, fibromyalgia\, autoimmune disorders\, and the integrative medicine treatment of children’s mood disorders\, PANS/PANDAS/ITABI\, autism\, ADHD\, asthma and allergies.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/brain-inflamed-anxiety-depression-and-other-mood-disorders-in-teens/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Webinar,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T200000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210310T210059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T210059Z
UID:21060-1616526000-1616529600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Being Heumann: with Judith Heumann
DESCRIPTION:Advocate and author Judith Heumann (Being Heumann: An Unrepentant Memoir of a Disability Rights Activist) discusses her book and her life’s work in conversation with John Wodatch. Through Being Heumann\, one of the most influential disability rights activists in U.S. history tells her personal story of fighting for the right to receive an education\, have a job\, and just be human. \nAs part of the all-virtual 2021 Virginia Festival of the Book\, this event is FREE to attend and open to the public. To attend\, please register below or simply make plans to watch on Facebook.com/VaBookFest. The video recording from this event will also be available to watch after the event concludes\, on VaBook.org/Watch. \nThis event will include live-captioning and a sign language interpreter.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/being-heumann-with-judith-heumann/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T163955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T163955Z
UID:21129-1616524200-1616531400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Kitchen Fundamentals: Knife Skills
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to use your knives like a professional while creating a homemade gourmet meal.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nMenu\n\nHearty Minestrone\nChopped Salad with Grilled Chicken and Avocado-Ranch\nPan-Roasted Jumbo Shrimp with Sweet Corn Succotash\nStrawberry Trifle Parfait with Orange-Mascarpone Cream\n\n  \nWhat to expect\nThis is a demonstration-style cooking class. Sit back\, relax\, and let our chefs do the cooking. Enjoy all of our delicious menu items and ask questions as we walk you through each recipe. \n  \nAbout the chef / instructor\nThis class will be led by our expert Aprons staff member. \n  \nOther details\nReservations are on a first-come\, first-served basis. Cancellations must be made 72 hours in advance of the class for a refund. Full payment for all classes is required at time of registration. Price includes recipes\, demonstration\, and samples of the food prepared. Wine is provided at most evening classes. You must be 21 years of age or older to drink alcoholic beverages. Drink responsibly. Publix may cancel classes not meeting enrollment standards\, in which case any payment remitted will be refunded. Publix reserves the right to change recipes or substitute instructors for any reason. \n  \nPlease note Aprons Cooking School facilities may contain food allergens including dairy\, eggs\, shellfish\, tree nuts\, peanuts\, wheat\, and soy. Cross contamination may occur among food products. Please do not attend Cooking School class(es) if you or your guests have\, or have been exposed to\, any communicable diseases including cold\, flu\, etc.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/kitchen-fundamentals-knife-skills/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Skill Building,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210310T210407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T210407Z
UID:21063-1616515200-1616518800@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Beyond the Screen: A Conversation with Mark Harris
DESCRIPTION:In partnership with the Virginia Film Festival\, we present author Mark Harris for a discussion of his new book\, Mike Nichols: A Life. The acclaimed biography explores the life\, work\, struggle\, and passion of the celebrated film and stage director. The conversation will be moderated by VAFF associate programmer Joe Fab. \nAs part of the all-virtual 2021 Virginia Festival of the Book\, this event is FREE to attend and open to the public. To attend\, please register below. The video recording from this event will also be available to watch after the event concludes\, on VaBook.org/Watch. \nThis event will include live-captioning.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/beyond-the-screen-a-conversation-with-mark-harris/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T131434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T131434Z
UID:21077-1616421600-1616432400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Neal Rock: Flesh Poems
DESCRIPTION:Make a reservation to see the exhibition on view through March 26. The Ruffin Gallery is open Monday from 2:00 – 5:00PM\, Thursday from 10:00AM – 1:00PM and Friday (10:00AM – 4:00PM) by reservation.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/neal-rock-flesh-poems-4/
CATEGORIES:Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210222T180251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T180251Z
UID:20719-1616421600-1616428800@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Calling All Kinds
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Temple Grandin\, a world-renowned autism spokesperson\, scientist\, and inventor\, has served as an inspiration and role model to hundreds of thousands of families and persons with autism. In this unique presentation\, Temple eloquently and candidly describes the challenges she has faced and offers glimpses into her own childhood\, with ideas on how others dealing with autism can meet these obstacles and improve the quality of their lives. Backed by her personal experience and evidence-based research\, Temple shares her valuable insights on all types of thinkers (i.e. pattern\, visual\, and audio thinkers)\, why they are important\, what jobs they are best suited for and ways in which young people can continue to think about and understand what it means to be innovative. \nBy attending\, participants can: \n\nCreate a learning environment to accommodate those who think differently\nDistinguish between voluntary behaviors and involuntary behaviors\nIdentify ways of intervention for those newly diagnosed\nReview methods to assist the older child and Adult to form social relationships
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/calling-all-kinds/
CATEGORIES:Autism Awareness,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210322T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210308T201843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210308T201843Z
UID:20897-1616403600-1616688000@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Occoquan Community Peep Contest
DESCRIPTION:Build your very own Peeps diorama and enter to win a $25 gift card to spend at any participating Occoquan business! For the 4th year in a row\, the community is invited to participate in the Town of Occoquan Community Peep Contest by designing\, creating\, and submitting family-friendly Peep dioramas.\nEnter by March 25 to win in one of four categories: Individual; Family/Team; Youth (ages 12-16); and Kids (12 and under).\nSign up through this Google form: https://docs.google.com/…/1LFscjScPDWpNUT6uwN9kGad…/edit.\nParticipate virtually by uploading photos of your project. Participate in person by dropping your completed diorama (with entry info) at Town Hall between Monday March 22\, and Thursday\, March 25\, between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.\nJudging will take place on Facebook March 27 through April 2. Entries with the most “likes” in each category wins and will be announced April 3 on Facebook.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/occoquan-community-peep-contest/
CATEGORIES:Fun,Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T184739Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T184739Z
UID:21171-1616356800-1616364000@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Third Rail Comedy Stand-Up Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a wild night of completely uncensored stand-up comedy with your favorite local comedians from Third Rail Comedy and guests!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\n  \n  \nThird Rail Comedy presents: \nA Third Rail Comedy Showcase \n  \nIt’s a new year\, you’re a new you… and we’re still here to make you laugh! \nCome out for a wild night of completely uncensored stand-up comedy with your favorite local comedians from Third Rail Comedy with special guest comics joining in the fun. \n  \nWHEN? \nSunday \nMarch 21st \n8pm \n  \nWHERE? \nWest Beach Tavern \n  \nHOSTED BY: \nMichael Ridley \nGUEST COMICS: \nBig Dev \nWyatt Bowman \n  \nFEATURING T.R.C. COMICS: \nRemus Borisov \nBen Staab \nAmber Forehand-Hughes \n  \nHEADLINER: \nDonald Hughes \n  \n**Masks/hand sanitizer available upon request\, seating social distancing compliant** \n  \nWest Beach Tavern – 5000 Cleveland St Virginia Beach
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/third-rail-comedy-stand-up-showcase/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T190616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T190616Z
UID:21182-1616342400-1616349600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Magic Lantern Theater Film: Honeyland
DESCRIPTION:This emotionally-affecting documentary has earned lavish international and festival praise for its depiction of a woman in North Macedonia who employs ancient beekeeping traditions to cultivate honey – and the challenges she faces when the outside world intrudes. “A luminous neorealist fable\, a sad but stirring tale of struggle\, persistence and change“ (NY Times). 85 minutes. Not Rated. \nTicket Prices & Info: \n$8 per person\, $5 for Barns of Rose Hill and Magic Lantern Film Club members \nAll Tickets are General Admission \nOnline tickets available until 3:00 PM on the day of event \nTickets may be purchased in advance either online or by calling the Barns of Rose Hill Box Office at 540-955-2004 (Noon to 3:00 – Tuesday through Saturday). If you call when our Box Office is closed\, please leave a message and we’ll return your call within 24 business hours. \nFAQs: \nAre there any COVID restrictions? \nYes\, we are limiting all in-person audiences to 25 people. Seating will be arranged to allow for social distancing. Masks will be required. There will be no bar or refreshment sales. \nWhere are you located? \nWe are located in downtown Berryville\, Virginia between the Rose Hill Park and the Berryville-Clarke County Government Center / Clarke County Library. View Map & Directions » \nWhere do I park & is it free? \nFree parking is available next door at the Berryville-Clarke County Government Center / Clarke County Library / Barns of Rose Hill parking lot.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/magic-lantern-theater-film-honeyland/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T134500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T144500
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T181718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T181718Z
UID:21156-1616334300-1616337900@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Baby Goat & Alpaca Snuggle & Bottle Feed
DESCRIPTION:Spring Snuggles with infant baby goats and Bottle Feed. Limited space as this event is being held indoors. Also\, enjoy an additional hour feeding and interacting with farm animals and see and be up close and touchable with our snowy white Alpaca Marshmallow\, no drama Llama and Cupcake\, the mini Donkey. Clucking chickens\, plus the gang of party goats and other toddler goats. \nMasks and social distancing required per VA guidance \nRESERVATIONS REQUIRED during pandemic including children all ages. \nFREE February Special give always\, delicious fresh organic take home tasting packages of cheese\, and seasonal produce.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/baby-goat-alpaca-snuggle-bottle-feed/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T143000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T183706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T183706Z
UID:21165-1616331600-1616337000@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Guided Tour of Peaceful Fields Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Join our monthly vegan sanctuary tour\, meet the rescued residents\, hear their stories\, and learn about our mission of saving lives!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nJoin our monthly tour of Peaceful Fields Sanctuary! This is a great introduction to the Sanctuary’s mission and\, most importantly\, to our many rescued residents who call PFS home! The tour begins promptly at 1PM so please arrive a little beforehand. Dress for being outdoors – we recommend a change of closed-toe shoes or boots that you don’t mind getting dirty. \nChildren age six and over are welcome. All minors must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. \nParking is in the front yard. Feel free to bring along fresh cut fruits or veggies (such as bananas\, apples\, or grapes) to share with the animals if you’d like! \nPLEASE NOTE: \n\nWith the purchase and use of this ticket you\, or anyone who uses the ticket purchased on their behalf\, agrees to abide by our waiver of liability. Click here to read our waiver.\nTickets may not be resold. Please contact us in order to transfer your ticket holder.\nAttendees are capped at 25 and are encouraged to get a ticket ahead of time. Online ticketing closes one hour before the event. Limited tickets may be available at the door\, if they don’t sell out beforehand. Bring a printed copy of your ticket(s) or have it ready on your phone when you arrive.\nMasks are required\nSocial distancing during the tour is encouraged\nTo learn more about the Sanctuary’s coronavirus response click here.\n\nPFS has an on-site vegan policy: any snacks or food you bring on-site needs to be plant based/vegan. \nEvent is rain or shine! In the event of severe inclement weather\, we will contact ticket holders ahead of time.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/guided-tour-of-peaceful-fields-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T182006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T182006Z
UID:21159-1616329800-1616333400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Baby Goat & Alpaca Snuggle & Bottle Feed
DESCRIPTION:Spring Snuggles with infant baby goats and Bottle Feed. Limited space as this event is being held indoors. Also\, enjoy an additional hour feeding and interacting with farm animals and see and be up close and touchable with our snowy white Alpaca Marshmallow\, no drama Llama and Cupcake\, the mini Donkey. Clucking chickens\, plus the gang of party goats and other toddler goats. \nMasks and social distancing required per VA guidance \nRESERVATIONS REQUIRED during pandemic including children all ages. \nFREE Special give always\, delicious fresh organic take home tasting packages of cheese\, and seasonal produce.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/baby-goat-alpaca-snuggle-bottle-feed-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210310T160233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T160233Z
UID:20946-1616328000-1616342400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Sidewalk Sunday at Grandin Village
DESCRIPTION:Come shop Grandin Village on March 21st. Special discounts at participating retailers.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/sidewalk-sunday-at-grandin-village/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T182757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T182757Z
UID:21162-1616328000-1616331600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Zumba @ Solace Brewing
DESCRIPTION:Fun and energetic Zumba class taught by Cathy Caminero & Zumbanova followed by a Solace beer of your choosing.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nFun and energetic Zumba class taught by Cathy Caminero & Zumbanova followed by a Solace beer of your choosing. Zumba is a fitness program that combines dance and fitness movements with international music rhythms. \n  \nIn order to adhere to social distancing guidelines\, March Zumba will be held outside in the Solace parking lot with 6ft between participants with a maximum of 25 participants. \n  \n**Ticket price includes an hour of Zumba and a beer of your choice! Must be 21+ to purchase and consume alcohol. Open to all fitness and dancing levels. Tickets MUST be purchased in advance to participate. \n  \nDangerous Dawn’s Diner food truck will be available following your Zumba workout.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/zumba-solace-brewing/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Dance,Fun,Recreation,Social Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210208T194654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T194654Z
UID:20591-1616328000-1616331600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Trivia Time sponsored by Friendship Circle of VA
DESCRIPTION:Featuring our game show host and FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Member\, Caleb! \nLead by FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board \nVisit our website at www.friendshipcircleva.org
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/20591/
CATEGORIES:Fun,Webinar
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210310T155836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T155836Z
UID:20943-1616324400-1616342400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Dog Bowl Market at Black Dog Salvage - March!
DESCRIPTION:Food: Ferguson Family Provisions\nCoffee: Space Rabbit Coffee Co.\nBeverages: TBD\nMusic: William Seymour\, 11 am-3 pm \nAll items for sale from guest vendors will be hand-made or upcycled. We will have your favorite vendors and some new ones\, plus over 100 local artisans and vendors located inside The Marketplace at Black Dog Salvage.
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/dog-bowl-market-at-black-dog-salvage-march/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210321T160000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210310T154806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210310T154806Z
UID:20940-1616324400-1616342400@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:Spring Fling at Mill Mountain Zoo
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in the air!  Come up to Mill Mountain Zoo to celebrate the beginning of spring with activities related to gardening\, birding and other fun things to get you thinking about springtime!  Enjoy spring themed crafts\, and of course see our great collection of animal residents.  All of the activities are included with regular zoo admission!
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/spring-fling-at-mill-mountain-zoo/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210320T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210320T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T102855
CREATED:20210315T192055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T192055Z
UID:21188-1616266800-1616277600@www.commonwealthautism.org
SUMMARY:King Dave The Comedian - Trust the Process Comedy Show
DESCRIPTION:King Dave The Comedian brings his long awaited one hour stand up comedy show to Richmond\, Virginia on Saturday\, March 20\, 2021.\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this Event\n\n\nKing Dave The Comedian brings his long awaited one hour stand up comedy show to Richmond\, Virginia on Saturday\, March 20\, 2021. Featuring guest comedians Joking Joe\, Dwain Watts\, Srap Dooley\, Just Sonya and DJ Almighty Shawty on the 1s & 2s! Tickets are on sale now for $25. \nFollow @_kingdavethecomedian
URL:https://www.commonwealthautism.org/event/king-dave-the-comedian-trust-the-process-comedy-show/
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fun,Recreation
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