Special Events

Annual Fall Conference
WHAT?

6th Annual Fall 2 Day Conference featuring Dr. Paula Kluth, national expert on Inclusion, and author of “You’re Gonna Love This Kid” and Mary and Jerry Newport, speaking about their lives on the spectrum, “Living and Loving with autism”. Special Needs Project bookstore will also be present, with great resources available for purchase.

Click here for event flyer
WHEN?

Inclusion Workshop, Friday September 19th, 8:30-4:30pm

Transition to Adulthood workshop, Saturday September 20th, 8:30-4:30pm
WHERE?

Neighborhood House Association, Kearny Mesa
REGISTRATION

Click here to register Online.

 

Special Event: Meet and Greet with Mary and Jerry Newports, Friday evening, September 19th at the Four Points Sheraton.
Swing Away for the ASA Golf Tournament
WHAT?

The SDASA annual charity golf tournament raises funds to benefit camp and other recreational programs for individuals with autism. Past tournaments have included a silent auction, dinner for golfers and their family & friends, putting contests, closest to the pin contests, and a longest drive competition.
WHEN? Held annually in late summer/early fall. 2008 event date TBD.
WHERE?

TBD
REGISTRATION

Stay tuned for more information.
OTHER

Click here for photos of the 2007 event.
Splash for Cash
WHAT?

A fun filled, swim-a-thon sponsored by the SDASA to raise funds and awareness for Pool PALS.  This is a fundraiser that features teams and individuals raising money and swimming for autism.  There is a pancake breakfast starting at 8 am, prepared and served by SD City Firefighters. 

 

Throughout the day there will be a resource fair, hourly prizes awarded for the "swimmers in the pool", a silent auction, a kids fun zone and a chili dog lunch.   There are grand prizes awarded to the team and individual who raise the most money.  All are welcome to attend, even if you are not swimming!
WHEN? TBA 2009
WHERE?

Aqua Pros Swim School @

Clairemont Boys & Girls Club

4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

San Diego, CA 92117
REGISTRATION

To begin in December, 2008.

We need individuals and teams to participate in order to make the event a success.  Please consider joining the effort!
All Out for Autism 2009 Information
WHAT?

The San Diego County Chapter of the Autism Society of America (SDASA) is proud to announce that we are going “All Out for Autism! – Flamenco Nights” for our 9th Annual fundraiser benefiting Camp I CAN (Camp Including Children with Autism Now). We invite you to enjoy a night of scrumptious food, exciting silent & live auctions, great raffle prizes, and fantastic Flamenco dancing all while supporting a great cause! Even if you can’t join us in person that night, please consider other ways to show your support for our one of a kind camp for children and teens with autism.
WHEN? April 4, 2009
REGISTRATION For additional information, please contact AOA 2009 Co-Chairperson(s) Kenneth A. Abeloe or Silvia M. Abeloe at alloutforautism@sd-autism.org.
ADDITIONAL
INFO

Click here to download the 2009 Donor Letter.

Click here to download a Donation Form.

Click here to view the Sponsorship Packages
 

Click here for the latest updates.
Teacher Appreciation Night
WHAT?

Come join us on this special night to recognize the talents of children with autism and the teachers, aides, and professionals who have made a difference in their lives. Coast Music Therapy students will bring music to our ears as they perform on piano, guitar, voice, or percussion. After the recital, awards will be given to dedicated educators who have shown excellence in all that they do for students on the spectrum.  A light dinner will be served.
WHEN?

Tuesday, April 15th, 2008

6:30-8:30pm
WHERE?

United Way Building
4699 Murphy Canyon
San Diego, CA 92123
REGISTRATION To RSVP or for more information on how you can honor a professional who has helped your child contact 858.715.0678 or info@sd-autism.org.
ADDITIONAL
INFO

Click here to download an invitation.

Click here to download event flyer.
Holiday Party
WHAT?

Annual holiday season celebration for persons with autism and their families.
WHEN? TBA 2008
WHERE? TBA
REGISTRATION TBA
End of Summer Party
WHAT?

A fun family gathering including swimming and old fashioned BBQ.
WHEN?

2008 event TBD
WHERE?

Aqua Pros Swim School @

Clairemont Boys & Girls Club

4635 Clairemont Mesa Blvd

San Diego, CA 92117                                       

REGISTRATION

A small cost is payable at the event.

 RSVP to 858.715.0678 or info@sd-autism.org.
Combined Health Agencies Volunteer of the Year Recognition
WHAT?

Combined Health Agencies is a federation of 25 chapters of local and national non-profit health agencies, including the San Diego county chapter of the Autism Society of America. This event gives each organization a chance to recognize a dedicated volunteer who's contribution has surpassed the agency's every expectation.
WHEN?

March 2009
WHERE?

TBD
REGISTRATION For up to date information visit http://www.combinedhealth.org/content/news.htm
Combined Health Agencies Health Hero Recognition
WHAT?

The Health Hero Awards honor San Diego companies and individuals committed to making our community healthier.  Each Combined Health member agency (including the SDASA) selects a Health Hero in one of three categories: Business and Industry, Scientific or Medical Professional, and Media Professional or Celebrity.
WHEN?

March 20, 2008
WHERE?

Prado ballroom, Balboa Park
REGISTRATION For up to date information visit http://www.combinedhealth.org/content/news.htm
Wrightslaw Conference 2009
WHAT?

Wrightslaw special education law and advocacy programs are designed to meet the needs of parents, advocates, educators, attorneys, and health care providers who represent children with disabilities.
WHEN?

February 17, 2009
WHERE?

TBD
REGISTRATION For up to date information visit http://www.wrightslaw.com/speak/schedule.htm