BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Community Autism Resources - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Community Autism Resources X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://community-autism-resources.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Community Autism Resources REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201003 DTSTAMP:20201103T202158Z CREATED:20200926T193055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201103T202158Z UID:5239-1601596800-1601683199@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:#FindItFriday on Facebook DESCRIPTION:Every Friday during this month\, we’ll be posting a fun Find The Secret Word Challenge on Facebook to play at home. \nParticipate in the game and be sure to post a picture under our weekly FB announcement by the following Wednesday to be entered into a lottery to win a prize. A winner each week will be announced on the following Friday! \nClick here to follow us on Facebook URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/finditfriday-on-facebook/ LOCATION:Facebook END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200919T113000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121046Z CREATED:20200903T001347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121046Z UID:5040-1600513200-1600515000@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo (Virtual Walk/5K Event) - Otter DESCRIPTION:As part of our Virtual Hearts & Hands Walk this year\, we are hosting a Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo! \n*Please know that things change depending on animals and there could be a chance the animal that day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \nJoin us for a 20-minute encounter and learn all about one of your favorite zoo animals…..the OTTER!! \nYou’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nYou must preregister to attend this event  Please click here to register! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/zoo-keeper-chat-with-buttonwood-park-zoo-virtual-walk-event-otter/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200920 DTSTAMP:20201112T121046Z CREATED:20200617T013114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121046Z UID:4616-1600473600-1600559999@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:17th Annual Hearts & Hands Walk/5K for Autism (VIRTUAL EVENT) DESCRIPTION:The Hearts & Hands Walk/5K Run for Autism and Family Fun Day is our SIGNATURE fundraiser! We depend on our annual Walk/5K to raise funds to continue to provide the FREE and vital services & supports to children\, teens adults and their families\, as they face the everyday challenges of living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. When you support CAR\, you can rest assured that all of the money raised stays local & will help improve the lives of people living with Autism\, their families and their communities! \nThe safety of our families\, sponsors\, staff\, volunteers and vendors are our number one priority. With that said\, we’ve had to make a very difficult but necessary decision to host our 17th Annual Hearts & Hands Walk/5K for Autism\, virtually. We hope you will all join us for a fun filled day as well as get out and walk or run in your community to support Community Autism Resources! Click here for details as they unfold! \n  \nWHEN? Saturday\, September 19\, 2020 \nTIME? 9:30AM-1:30PM \nWHERE? Your Community \nJOIN US! Register TODAY\,  Start a Team & Create Your FREE Online Fundraising Page! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/17th-annual-hearts-hands-walk-5k-for-autism/ LOCATION:Facebook Live END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200819T200000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121145Z CREATED:20200812T231124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121145Z UID:4909-1597863600-1597867200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:A Conversation with....Dr. Barry Prizant DESCRIPTION:Dr Prizant will be discussing: Uniquely Human: There is no such thing as “Autistic Behavior”\nThere are many misconceptions about autism and the experience of autistic people. In this discussion\, myths surrounding the behaviors observed in autism\, and the belief that autism is only experienced by the individual with the ASD diagnosis will be challenged and a paradigm-shifting perspective will be offered.\nREGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED….THANK YOU! \nAbout Barry Prizant: Barry has more than 40 years’ experience as a clinical scholar\, consultant\, researcher and program consultant to children and older persons with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities and their families. He is a licensed Speech-Language Pathologist and holds the Certificate of Clinical Competence (CCC-SLP) of the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association.\nBarry has developed family-centered programs for newly diagnosed toddlers with social-communication disabilities and ASD and their families in hospital and university clinic settings\, and consults widely to schools and agencies in New England as well and nationally and internationally\, from early intervention through high school settings.\nOver the past decade\, Barry and his colleagues work has also focused on developing the SCERTS Model for individuals who have or are at-risk for social-communicative difficulties including autism\, and their families.\nBarry has partnered with Community Autism Resources… for the past 20 years in developing and providing a weekend parent retreat for parents of family members with autism.\nHis latest book (with Tom Fields-Meyer)\, written for a mainstream audience is Uniquely Human: A Different Way of Seeing Autism\, published in 2015 by Simon & Schuster. URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/a-conversation-with-dr-barry-prizant/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T120000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121145Z CREATED:20200719T234749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121145Z UID:4799-1597748400-1597752000@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo/Seal DESCRIPTION:Live on the Zoom App!!              \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal that day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \n Join us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lori DeCrescenzo at loridecrescenzo@community-autism-resources.com \nPlease CLICK HERE to register! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-with-buttonwood-park-zoo-seal/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200806T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200806T140000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121146Z CREATED:20200725T232950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121146Z UID:4865-1596718800-1596722400@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Become Your Own Superhero - Adults DESCRIPTION:How do Superheroes train?  We have the top secret workouts of your favorite superheroes!!  In this class we will complete their workouts\, as well as learn to become our own superhero!  Focus like Batman\, develop self-control like Superman\, and more – we will discuss the characteristics that make them heroes and practice them to become our own superheroes! \n**Masks will be required when entering and exiting the building\, as well as during class. \n  \nClick here to register!! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/become-your-own-superhero-adults/2020-08-06/ LOCATION:Soares Martial Arts\, 331D State Road\, North Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200805T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200805T140000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121212Z CREATED:20200725T232700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121212Z UID:4858-1596632400-1596636000@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Become Your Own Super Hero - Ages 13-17 DESCRIPTION:How do Superheroes train?  We have the top secret workouts of your favorite superheroes!!  In this class we will complete their workouts\, as well as learn to become our own superhero!  Focus like Batman\, develop self-control like Superman\, and more – we will discuss the characteristics that make them heroes and practice them to become our own superheroes! \n**Masks will be required when entering and exiting the building\, as well as during class. \n  \nClick here to register!! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/become-your-own-super-hero-ages-13-17/2020-08-05/ LOCATION:Soares Martial Arts\, 331D State Road\, North Dartmouth\, MA\, 02747\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200804T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200804T120000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121212Z CREATED:20200719T234513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121212Z UID:4796-1596538800-1596542400@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo/Skunk DESCRIPTION:Live on the Zoom App!!              \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal the day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \n Join us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Lori DeCrescenzo at loridecrescenzo@community-autism-resources.com \n  \nClick HERE to register!!! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-with-buttonwood-park-zoo-skunk/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T200000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121213Z CREATED:20200623T230339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121213Z UID:4698-1594839600-1594843200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:A Conversation with.....Wendy Fournier\, President of The National Autism Association DESCRIPTION:Join us on the Zoom App for a conversation with Wendy Fournier\, President of The National Autism Association \nWendy will speak on the Topic of Safety Issues for children\, teens and adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder\, including: \n\nRecent data on wandering incidents in the Autism community\nEnvironments & situations contribute to higher risk\nWhy we believe our children wander or elope\nEffective prevention strategies across all settings\n\nAnd she will answer your questions! \nTo register\, please click HERE! \nAbout the Speaker:  Wendy Fournier is a founding board member and President of the National Autism Association (NAA)\, established in 2003.  Mrs. Fournier has given lectures and performed training sessions for caregivers\, school administrators\, educators\, social workers and first responders at venues including Penn State’s National Autism Conference\, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children\, the American Legion National Conference\, the National Conference on Child Abuse and Neglect\, and the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee at NIH. \nWendy has served on the RI State Commission to study the education of children with autism\, and as a consumer reviewer for the Congressionally Directed Medical Research Program for Autism through the U.S. Department of Defense.\nShe has been interviewed by major media outlets including CNN\, ABC\, CBS\, NBC\, People\, Redbook and Elle Magazines. Wendy is the mother of three. Her youngest daughter Aly\, now 20\, was diagnosed with autism in 2002. URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/a-conversation-with-wendy-fournier-president-of-the-national-autism-association/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200623T112000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121302Z CREATED:20200606T214510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121302Z UID:4556-1592910000-1592911200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat .... Live on the Zoom App DESCRIPTION:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat with Buttonwood Park Zoo! \nLive on the Zoom App!! \nTuesday\, June 23 – 11:00 am – *Red Panda \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal the day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \nJoin us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease click here to register! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-live-on-the-zoom-app-2/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200616T112000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121302Z CREATED:20200606T214049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121302Z UID:4552-1592305200-1592306400@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Virtual Zoo Keeper Chat.......Live on the Zoom App!! DESCRIPTION:  \nVirtual Zoo Keeper Chats with Buttonwood Park Zoo! \nLive on the Zoom App!! \nTuesday\, June 16 – 11:00 am – *Elephant \n*Please know that things change dependent on animals and there could be a chance the animal the day would need to change – we will communicate to you as soon as we know if an animal change is necessary. \n All Ages \nJoin us for a 20-minute encounter with some of your favorite zoo animals!! You’ll have the opportunity to interview their keeper about fun facts\, conservation questions\, and more! \nThese chats are available for individuals diagnosed with ASD who live within our service region.  Siblings are invited to watch along!  This chat is open to 30 families\, so space is limited. \nPlease click here to register! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR.  Thank you! \n  URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/virtual-zoo-keeper-chat-live-on-the-zoom-app/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200613T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200613T140000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121302Z CREATED:20200501T220027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121302Z UID:4233-1592053200-1592056800@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Facebook Live Painting Event for Ages 16+ DESCRIPTION:Community Autism Resources presents: \n \nA Facebook live paint event hosted by Casey’s Fun Faces! * You will need to have access to Facebook to attend this event* Included in your confirmation email will be a list of supplies you will need to have ahead of time. \nThis event is free and open to Ages 16+\, who are diagnosed with ASD living in our service region as well as siblings & parents/caregivers. \nYou must pre-register via prior to June 7!  ……  Click here to register!! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR! \nPlease email Cassie Ricco if you have any questions at cricco@community-autism-resources.com \n  URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/facebook-live-painting-event-for-ages-16/ LOCATION:Facebook Live END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200610T200000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121303Z CREATED:20200531T221140Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121303Z UID:4532-1591815600-1591819200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:A Conversation with Amy Laurent...Power Plays to Power UP and Down Energy Levels DESCRIPTION:This talk will provide a very brief introduction to the concept of Energy Regulation. \nTools to explore the impact of a variety of activities and sensory motor strategies on an individual’s energy will be discussed. In addition\, a variety of visually supported movement and sensory based activity routines will be presented.\nQuestions will be encouraged. \nThis event will be held via ZOOM \nAlthough this event is free pre-registration is required and space is LIMITED!\nTo register\, please click here! \nAbout the speaker: Amy Laurent is a developmental psychologist and a registered pediatric occupational therapist. Currently in private practice\, Amy specializes in the education of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and related developmental disabilities. The majority of Amy’s work involves collaborating with and supporting early intervention teams\, school teams\, and families. Her consultative services focus on the creation of educational programs and environments that facilitate children’s active engagement and learning at home\, in schools\, and throughout their communities. The SCERTS Model\, of which she is a coauthor\, along with differentiated instruction and developmental theory guide her practice. URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/a-conversation-with-amy-laurent-power-plays-to-power-up-and-down-energy-levels/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200530T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200530T140000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121334Z CREATED:20200501T220948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121334Z UID:4243-1590843600-1590847200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Facebook Live Painting Event for Ages 9-15 DESCRIPTION:Community Autism Resources presents: \n \nA Facebook live paint event hosted by Casey’s Fun Faces!! * You will need to have access to Facebook to attend this event* Included in your confirmation email will be a list of supplies you will need to have ahead of time. \nThis event is free and open to Ages 9-15\, who are diagnosed with ASD living in our service region as well as siblings & parents/caregivers. \nYou must pre-register via prior to May 22!  ……  Click here to register!! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR! \nPlease email Lori DeCrescenzo if you have any questions at loridecrescenzo@community-autism-resources.com URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/facebook-live-painting-event-for-ages-9-15/ LOCATION:Facebook Live END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T180000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121359Z CREATED:20200512T234355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121359Z UID:4333-1590166800-1590170400@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Drawing Group - Learning & Creative Expression - Ages 14-19 DESCRIPTION:Join us and follow live drawing tutorials to create some awesome artwork and exercise your creativity while chatting with other group members.  Drawing tutorials led by Art Instructor\, Andrew Smith\, with social interaction supported by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP. \nSessions presented over Zoom! \nWeek #1 – Pets \nWeek #2 – Pokemon \nWeek #3 – Beach & Sea Creatures \nWeek #4 – Video Game Characters \nWeek #5 – Flowers & Woodland Critters \nWeek #6 – Cartoon Characters \nThis event is open to individuals who are diagnosed with ASD and live in our service region.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/drawing-group-learning-creative-expression-ages-14-19/2020-05-22/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200522T170000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121359Z CREATED:20200512T234131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121359Z UID:4324-1590163200-1590166800@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Drawing Group - Learning & Creative Expression - Ages 10-13 DESCRIPTION:Join us and follow live drawing tutorials to create some awesome artwork and exercise your creativity while chatting with other group members.  Drawing tutorials led by Art Instructor\, Andrew Smith\, with social interaction supported by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP. \nSessions presented over Zoom! \nWeek #1 – Pets \nWeek #2 – Pokemon \nWeek #3 – Beach & Sea Creatures \nWeek #4 – Video Game Characters \nWeek #5 – Flowers & Woodland Critters \nWeek #6 – Cartoon Characters \nThis event is open to individuals who are diagnosed with ASD and live in our service region.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/drawing-group-learning-creative-expression-ages-10-13/2020-05-22/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200516T140000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121359Z CREATED:20200501T220559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121359Z UID:4239-1589634000-1589637600@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Facebook Live Painting Event for Ages 8 & Under DESCRIPTION:Community Autism Resources presents: \n \nA Facebook live paint event hosted by Casey’s Fun Faces!! * You will need to have access to Facebook to attend this event* Included in your confirmation email will be a list of supplies you will need to have ahead of time. \nThis event is free and open to Ages 8 & under\, who are diagnosed with ASD living in our service region as well as siblings & parents/caregivers. \nYou must pre-register via prior to May 12!  ……  Click here to register!! \nPlease remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR! \nPlease email Lori DeCrescenzo if you have any questions at loridecrescenzo@community-autism-resources.com URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/facebook-live-painting-event-for-ages-8-under/ LOCATION:Facebook Live END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T200000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121529Z CREATED:20200427T214722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121529Z UID:4167-1588791600-1588795200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Help!\, My Child is Regressing! Zoom Chat w/ Dr. Karen Levine DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about the possibility of your child regressing academically or behaviorally as we shelter at home? \nJoin us to hear Dr Karen Levine as she offers new perspectives and ideas. This talk will take place on the Zoom App. \nTime will be allotted for questions.  Although this event is free pre-registration is required and space is LIMITED! \n\nClick here to register! \nAbout Dr. Karen Levine: As a Developmental Psychologist of more than 25 years\, Dr. Karen Levine’s passion for improving the well-being of children who have developmental\, social or emotional challenges has been the driving force throughout her career.  She incorporates a developmental\, relationship-based approach to assessment and treatment\, incorporating playfulness and fun into treatment when feasible\, as a means of lowering anxiety and distress.  Karen believes there is not a ‘one size fits all’ approach to assessment or treatment\, and that individual children and families need different kinds of support at different points in their development. \n\nVisit her website here! \n\n  URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/help-my-child-is-regressing/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200506T180000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121529Z CREATED:20200427T220537Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121529Z UID:4179-1588780800-1588788000@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:PEERS® for Young Adults Online Social Skills Group DESCRIPTION:PEERS® for Young Adults is an evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated young adults between 18-38 years of age who are interested in learning skills to make and keep friends and develop romantic relationships. This internationally acclaimed program was originally developed at UCLA by PEERS® Clinic Founding Director\, Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson.\nDuring each group session\, young adults are taught important social skills and are given the opportunity to practice these skills.\nYoung adults must be socially motivated and attend each session with a social coach \nSocial Distancing doesn’t have to mean social disengagment.\nDuring the stay at home advisory\, this course will be offered online over a zoom meeting.\nThis will be free of charge to adults (18+) living within our service region.\nAll participants will need a social coach to take this course with them.  A social coach can be a parent/guardian\, adult sibling\, staff\, etc. \nIn order to participate\, both the young adult and social coach will need a separate computer\, tablet\, or smartphone with internet access for our zoom meetings. \nWe will run this on Wednesdays from 4:00-6:00pm starting on May 6th and concluding on June 24th. \nYoung Adults will learn about:\n• Conversational skills\n• Appropriate use of humor\n• Electronic Communication\n• Handling Direct and Indirect Bullying\n• Handling Arguments and Disagreements\n• Organizing Get-Togethers with Friends\n• Dating Skills\n• Strategies for Handling Dating Pressure \nTo get more information or to register contact Mary Fox\, Certified PEERS® Provider\nMfox@community-autism-resources.com URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/peers-for-young-adults-online-social-skills-group/2020-05-06/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200428 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200429 DTSTAMP:20201112T121529Z CREATED:20200427T213458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121529Z UID:4153-1588032000-1588118399@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:#TryItTuesday on Facebook DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday on Facebook and here on the website to learn something new and fun to make!!  We’ll post a video with instructions and let you know what you will need for the project.  Have fun and post pictures of your creations on our Facebook page!!! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/tryittuesday/2020-04-28/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200410T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200410T194500 DTSTAMP:20201112T121626Z CREATED:20200404T212147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121626Z UID:3829-1586545200-1586547900@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Friday Night Fun DESCRIPTION:Join us online every Friday night from 7-7:45pm during the “stay at home advisory for an hour of games and socializing. \nGames will be hosted and moderated by Shannon Sousa\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP\, our Social Skills Group & AT Coordinator. \nIn order to participate you must have a computer or tablet with internet to access Zoom. \nThese game nights are free\, but registration is required and limited to 10 participants.  You will receive an email confirming your registration. \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, August 28th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 4th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 11th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 18th \nClick Here to Register for Friday\, September 25th \nIf you have any questions please email Shannon Sousa at switter@community-autism-resources.com URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/friday-night-fun/2020-04-10/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T194500 DTSTAMP:20201112T121626Z CREATED:20200403T001220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121626Z UID:3782-1586372400-1586375100@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Mid-Week Check In for Adults with ASD\, Ages 18+ DESCRIPTION:An online discussion group for adults ages 18+ with ASD \nThe “stay at home” advisory can leave us all feeling a little isolated\, anxious\, and\ndepressed. Let’s connect online so that we can be together in this. We can talk\nabout how this is making us feel\, what we’ve been doing to stay busy\, and if\nwe’ve found any coping strategies that have worked for us. Staff from CAR will be\nin the groups to be available for resources and to moderate the groups. We will\nmeet every Wednesday evening from 7-7:45pm during this stay at home advisory. \nAll you need to join is a computer or tablet with internet access\, as well as the Zoom App. \nThis is a free group\, but registration is required. You will receive an email confirming your registration as well as a link to the zoom meeting. If you have any questions please email Mary Fox at mfox@community-autism-resources.com \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, April 8th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, April 15th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, April 22nd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, April 29th URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/mid-week-check-in-for-adults-with-asd-ages-18/2020-04-08/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T185000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121626Z CREATED:20200402T235004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121626Z UID:3765-1586368800-1586371800@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Sip & Chat for Parents/Caregivers for Individuals with ASD\, Ages 16+ DESCRIPTION:  \nFrom the comfort of your home\, a safe place\, come discuss how we are all dealing with our new normal. \nThis group with by lead by Cassie Ricco of CAR. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Cassie at cricco@community-autism-resources.com \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, August 26th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 2nd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 9th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 16th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 23rd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 30th \nThis event is free but you must preregister.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nYou will need a computer/tablet/phone with internet access\, as well as the Zoom App to participate. URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/sip-chat-for-parents-caregivers-for-individuals-with-asd-ages-16/2020-04-08/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200408T135000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121626Z CREATED:20200402T235925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121626Z UID:3776-1586350800-1586353800@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Sip & Chat for Parents/Caregivers for Children with ASD\, Ages 15 and under DESCRIPTION:From the comfort of your home\, a safe place\, come discuss how we are all dealing with our new normal. \nThis group with by lead by Jan Randall of CAR. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Jan at janrandall@community-autism-resources.com \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, August 26th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 2nd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 9th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 16th \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 23rd \nClick here to register for Wednesday\, September 30th \nThis event is free but you must preregister.  Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nYou will need a computer/tablet/phone with internet access\, as well as the Zoom App to participate. URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/sip-chat-for-parents-caregivers-for-children-with-asd-ages-15-and-under/2020-04-08/ LOCATION:Zoom App END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200406 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200407 DTSTAMP:20201112T121627Z CREATED:20200403T001652Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121627Z UID:3788-1586131200-1586217599@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Make It Monday on Facebook DESCRIPTION:Each Monday during this month\, we’ll post a fun visual recipe for you on Facebook to make at home. \nJoin the fun and post a picture of your recipe under the original FB announcement throughout the week! \nClick here to follow us on Facebook! \n  URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/make-it-monday-on-facebook/2020-04-06/ LOCATION:Facebook END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200403 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200404 DTSTAMP:20201112T121627Z CREATED:20200403T002005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121627Z UID:3798-1585872000-1585958399@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Find It Friday on Facebook DESCRIPTION:Every Friday during this month\, we’ll be posting a fun Find The Secret Word Challenge on Facebook to play at home. \nParticipate in the game and be sure to post a picture under our weekly FB announcement by the following Wednesday to be entered into a lottery to win a prize. A winner each week will be announced on the following Friday! \nClick here to follow us on Facebook URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/find-it-friday-on-facebook/2020-04-03/ LOCATION:Facebook END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200328T150000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121627Z CREATED:20200304T001702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121627Z UID:3503-1585396800-1585407600@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Platinum City Gaming - Ages 18+ DESCRIPTION:Come and play modern to retro video games and P/C games!!\n(Arcade Games are available for a cost of $8/hr not provided by CAR) \nLunch will be provided! \nThis event is open to individuals diagnosed with ASD\, Ages 18+\, living within our service region. \nThis event is free. Please remember you are not confirmed until you receive an email from CAR. \nPlease contact Cassie Ricco with any questions at cricco@community-autism-resources.com \nTo register\, please click here! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/platinum-city-gaming-ages-18/ LOCATION:Platinum City Gaming\, 294 Winthrop Street\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T160000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121627Z CREATED:20200202T000331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121627Z UID:3433-1582383600-1582387200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Adult Event - Movie: Sonic The Hedgehog DESCRIPTION:Check In Time: To be announced via email on Feb 18. It will be a 3:00 pm or 4:00 pm movie. \nAges 18 and up! \nPlease note that this is an adult event and is not sensory-friendly! If you need a sensory-friendly version of this film\, please see our event for earlier in the day at the Galleria Regal Cinema in Taunton. \nYou are not confirmed until you receive a email confirmation. \nThis event is free but space is limited. You will receive an email confirming your confirmation. \nIf you have questions\, please email Cassie Ricco cricco@community-autism-resources.com \nTHIS EVENT HAS REACHED MAXIMUM CAPACITY AND IS CLOSED……Thank you! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/adult-event-movie-sonic-the-hedgehog/ LOCATION:Patriots Cinema – Hanover Mall\, 1775 Washington Street\, Hanover\, MA\, 02339\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200222T123000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121627Z CREATED:20200122T145253Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121627Z UID:3399-1582365600-1582374600@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Family Movie - Sonic The Hedgehog DESCRIPTION:“Sonic tries to navigate the complexities of life on Earth with his newfound best friend — a human named Tom Wachowski. They must soon join forces to prevent the evil Dr. Robotnik from capturing Sonic and using his powers for world domination.” \nWe are renting the theatre for this private viewing. The movie is FREE and the concession stand will be open for families to purchase snacks! Lighting and sound will be adjusted so that everyone enjoys the show!!! \nIf you have any questions\, please call Lori DeCrescenzo at (508) 379-0371 or (800) 588-9239 ext. 10. \nSeating is limited\, so please register by Friday\, February 14 . YOU ARE NOT CONFIRMED TO ATTEND until you receive a confirmation from us to confirm your registration. Visual schedules will be available the day of the movie. \nTHIS EVENT HAS REACHED MAXIMUM CAPACITY AND IS CLOSED….THANK YOU! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/family-movie-sonic-the-hedgehog/ LOCATION:Regal Silver City Galleria\, 2 Galleria Drive\, Taunton\, MA\, 02780\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200112T084000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200112T100000 DTSTAMP:20201112T121627Z CREATED:20191211T162236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201112T121627Z UID:3232-1578818400-1578823200@community-autism-resources.com SUMMARY:Skyzone - Indoor Trampoline Park DESCRIPTION:Check In Time: 8:40 a.m. – Jumping: 9:00 – 10:00 a.m.\nCome join us for a fun morning at the Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park! \n \nPlease keep the following in mind prior to registering for this event!\n– All individuals MUST FOLLOW the rules and regulations of Sky Zone. (http://www.skyzone.com/kingston/About-Us/Fly-Safe)\n– Sky Zone socks are required for all jumpers to wear while jumping (NO EXCEPTIONS).\n– Only ONE parent per child can sign a waiver for themselves (in addition to their child) and go out on the trampoline courts with them to assist\, but they will not be able to jump.\n– Children are split into age groups on the courts.\no Age 4 and under are on the Toddler Court (maximum of 5 kids in this area – this age group only will be limited to children with ASD)\no Ages 5-10 will jump together\no Ages 11-15 will jump together\no Age 16+ will jump together. \nThis event is free but space is limited. You will receive an email confirming your confirmation. If you have questions\, please email Cassie Ricco cricco@community-autism-resources.com \nTHIS EVENT IS FULL AND IS CLOSED….THANK YOU! URL:https://community-autism-resources.com/event/skyzone-indoor-trampoline-park/ LOCATION:Skyzone\, 101 Kingston Way Collection\, Kingston\, MA\, 02364\, United States END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR