UM-NSU CARD Blast: Week of November 5, 2012

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DID YOU KNOW?

Did you know that UM-NSU CARD received 10 applications for the " Let Us Adopt Your Classroom " Contest? We received 9 applications from Miami-Dade County Public Schools and 1 application from Broward County Public Schools. After a careful review process by our directors and staff, the following teachers and schools have been selected:

* Margaret (Henry S. West Laboratory School)

* Yalanda ph (Ludlam Elementary School)

* Nora -Pena (Ruth Owens Krusé Educational Center, High School)

* Shari Mauro (Coral Cove Elementary School)

* ( Fairchild Elementary School)

Congratulations to the winners of our First Annual " Let Us Adopt Your Classroom " Contest!

The 5th Annual

Autumn Moonlight Gala

Don't miss UM-NSU CARD's 5-year anniversary of Autumn Moonlight this Friday! Honors will go to Dr. Glenn and Carmen Zaldivar. Jeff and Ireland will serve as the honorary chairs.

Date: Friday, November 9, 2012

Time: 7:00pm

Attire: Jeans and Jewels

To purchase tickets, call

For event information, visit our website

Click here to view flyer

CARD VINE Presentations

in October and November

This series of online presentations will cover various topics and issues related to the autism spectrum. Presenters will include Dr. Amy Beaumont, Deborah Chin, Grana, and Sara Dajer.

Dates: Fridays, October 19 through November 9

Times: 10:00am to 11:00am

Click here for more information

UM-NSU CARD Online Newsletter

Stay informed about UM-NSU CARD news, community activities & events, and family & professional workshops and conferences.

Click here to view Newsletter

Join us for WalkAbout Autism 2013!

Save the date for the Dan Marino Foundation's annual autism fundraiser at Sun Life Stadium! All proceeds will benefit DMF, UM-NSU CARD, the Autism Societies of Miami-Dade and Broward, and hundreds of local schools.

Date: Saturday, January 26, 2013

Location: Sun Life Stadium, Miami Gardens, FL

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

WalkAbout Autism: Sponsorship

Opportunities Now Available!

You can contribute to the Dan Marino Foundation's worthy cause of improving the lives of people with autism. A " Touchdown Sponsorship " costs $5,000, a " Field Goal Sponsorship " costs $2,500, and an " End Zone Sponsorship " costs $1,000.

Call or email Rixys Alfonso for more information

Visit our website to learn more

Click here to view flyer

Learn How to Actively Participate in Your Child's IEP

Organized by Parent to Parent of Miami, this workgroup will help you prepare for your child's IEP meeting. Identify your child's strengths and weaknesses, use the information to outline educational goals, and request reports. You must bring your child's current IEP.

Schedule: Fridays, 9:30am to 12:00pm

Spanish sessions are held Wednesdays from 9:30am to 12:00pm

Location: 7990 Southwest 117th Avenue, Suite 200, Miami

Registration is required

Register online or call

Maximum 3 parents per workgroup

Must arrive on time or you cannot participate

Children are not permitted in the workgroup

See flyer for more details

Nature Links Presents:

Saturdays by the Bay

This fall program uses the natural world to enhance the lives of young adults (age 18-30) with disabilities. They will learn about work and independent life skills, environmental education, expressive arts, and exercise in a fun setting.

Date: Saturdays from October 13 to December 15

Location: Historic Virginia Key Beach Park, Miami

Apply online or schedule an in-person interview

Contact: Barbara Knaub ()

Click here for more information

Get a Handle on Bullying: Forum Presented by MDCPS and FDLRS

In this bullying forum, parents will meet with community specialists who will answer questions on bullying and the impact it has on students with special needs. Presented in English.

Date: Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Location: 5555 Southwest 93rd Avenue, Miami

(FDLRS-South Office, next to Blue Lakes)

Call or email Cecilia Nieto ( ext. 168)

if you wish to attend

Click here to view flyer

Autism Society of Broward County:

Support Group for Parents

Come join this group to share any questions or concerns that you may have regarding your loved one. Discussion may involve parenting techniques, education, biomedical research, therapies, or anything else. We meet on the first Wednesday of each month.

Date: Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Rick Case Honda, Davie

Email us or visit our website or Facebook page

Click here for more information

Simi Linton Presents: " Disability in 21st Century America "

In this upcoming presentation, Dr. Simi Linton will review the history of the disability rights movement. In recent years, disabled people have emerged as a political force, articulating a bold civil rights and social justice agenda.

Date: Thursday, November 8, 2012

Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Location: University of Miami Fieldhouse

1245 Dauer Drive, Coral Gables

Open to the public and free of charge

Sign language services will be provided

Email Gilbert to request additional accommodations

For more information, visit our website

Click here to view flyer

" Wreck-It Ralph " : A Sensory-Friendly Movie Presentation

AMC and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment. The auditorium will have its lights brought up, the sound turned down, and the movie starting on time without previews.

Date: Saturday, November 10, 2012

Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Location: AMC Coral Ridge 10, Fort Lauderdale

Tickets are $5; please visit the box office on the day of the event

Sign up for our free newsletter

Visit our Facebook page for this event

Email us or visit our website or Facebook page

Click here for more information

Golfing with Autism

Sponsored by Gifts in Golf, this program is designed for boys and girls (ages 7-16) with high-functioning autism. Our aim is to expose children to the fundamentals of golf with a fun and enjoyable approach. Students will gain confidence, motor control, discipline, and knowledge.

Dates: Saturdays, November 10 through December 15

Time: 4:30pm to 6:00pm

Location: International Links Miami / Melreese Country Club

1802 NW 37 Avenue, Miami, FL

Instructor: Philip Argianas

$50 registration fee payable by check or online

Email us or visit our website

Click here to view flyer

Click here for a full version of this flyer, complete with registration form

RecConnection: Free Demo Classes!

For one week only, RecConnection is offering the opportunity to try out our two most popular programs, Team Play and Re-Play, for free. Choose the one that suits your child best and call to reserve your preferred date. Our programs encourage socialization, play, and improving various developmental skills.

Dates: November 13 and 15, 2012

Times: 3:30pm (Re-Play), 4:30pm (Team Play)

Location: Play-In, 2501 Northwest 2nd Avenue, Miami

Call or 305-209-4REC for more information

Email us or visit our website

See flyer for program descriptions

Free Presentation by

Author Finch

The University of Miami proudly presents Finch, a writer and UM alumnus with Asperger's Syndrome. His best-selling memoir, The Journal of Best Practices, provides a detailed personal account of his neurological condition and its impact on his marriage.

Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Time: 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Location: Newman Alumni Center, University of Miami, Coral Gables Campus

Watch Live Webcast using Adobe Connect

Free of charge, but registration is required

Click here to register online

Contact is Bitting () for more information

Learn more about Finch at his website

Click here to view flyer

Dr. Udell Presents:

New Research in Autism Treatment

You will not want to miss this highly informative meeting, presented by the Autism Society of Broward. It is free and open to everyone. Our presenter, Dr. Udell, is a board-certified neonatologist and pediatrician. Learn more about Dr. Udell and his practice here and here.

Date: Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Time: 7:00pm

Location: ARC Broward,

10250 Northwest 53rd Street, Sunrise

Visit our Facebook page for this event

Call us (), email us,

or visit our website or Facebook page

Click here for more information

Puzzle Peace Now:

Christmas Tree Benefit Sale

Puzzle Peace Now, a non-profit organization that provides local families with special needs summer camp scholarships, is having a sale of beautiful Fraser Fir Christmas trees.

Supplies are very limited, so reserve your tree online now! Go to our website to buy, and pick up your tree at the C. H. Worldwide, Inc. warehouse in Miramar on Saturday, November 17!

Click here for prices and more details

Yoga for Children with Autism

The Autism Society of Broward invites all families to join their yoga class. Please RSVP by emailing Lina or Fabiola. If this is your first time coming, please let us know so we can forward you the waiver. Also, please remember to arrive a few minutes early so the kids have time to settle.

Date: Saturday, November 17, 2012

Time: 11:00am

Location: Unilatina International College

3130 Commerce Parkway, Miramar

Visit our Facebook page for this event

Call us (), email us,

or visit our website or Facebook page

Click here for more information

Over 21 Club:

Water Taxi Ride and Lunch

The Over 21 Club provides opportunities for adults with autism to engage in fun social activities in the community. In order to participate, an adult must be over 21 years old and accompanied by a parent, caregiver, or other individual to help ensure the adult's safety.

Date: Saturday, December 1, 2012

Time: 11:30am

Location: Miami Water Taxi, Bayside Marketplace,

401 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami ()

All events are first come, first serve

Registration is required; space is limited

$5.00 donation per person

Email Bob De or Nastaszczuk to RSVP

Click here to view flyer

Progressive Behavioral Science:

Free Multilingual Training for Parents

Progressive Behavioral Science (PBS) is collaborating with UM CARD to offer this free multilingual training for parents of children with autism or any related disability. We will be showing you ABA techniques for improving your child's behavior, communication, and other areas of development.

Date: Saturday, December 8, 2012

Times: 8:30am (English), 12:30pm (Spanish)

Location: UM CARD Office, Coral Gables

Free to all registered CARD families

To register, call or email Sara Ferguson ()

Contact Arizmendi for more information

Click here to view flyer

20th Annual Statewide CARD Conference

Don't miss Florida's premier ASD conference for professionals and families. Take advantage of our free Educator's Day sponsored by PEPSA. Featured experts include Glen Dunlap, Minshew, Lou Brown, and Mark Durand.

Date: January 11 through 13, 2013

Location: TradeWinds Island Grand Resort,

St. Pete Beach, FL

Visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

The Autism Spectrum Assessment Clinic

This specialty clinic at the University of Miami - Coral Gables is dedicated to providing psychological and educational evaluations and therapy to individuals with autism, developmental delays, and other social and communicative difficulties.

To schedule an appointment, please call: or visit www.umasac.org

Click here to view flyer

Get your autism plate today!

Florida Autism License Plates generate awareness about autism. They also generate funds for much-needed services throughout Florida.

http://www.autismlicenseplate.com/

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