UM-NSU CARD Blast: Week of July 16, 2012

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DID YOU KNOW that Autumn Moonlight, UM-NSU CARD’s Broward Fundraiser, will be held on Friday, November 9th, 2012 at Specialty Automotive Treatments?

The 5th Annual Autumn Moonlight will honor Dr. Glenn , Co-Founder of NationsHealth, and Carmen Zaldivar, former CARD Constituency Board Member and past UM-NSU CARD Legislative Chair.

This year, we are honored to have the Miami Dolphins' General Manager, Jeff Ireland, and his wife as our Honorary Chairs. Local 10’s Sports Director, Will Manso, will serve as our emcee for the event.

For more information, call or visit http://www.cardautumnmoonlight.org/

Social GAIN: Summer Potluck

Social GAIN (Social Group for Aspies to Interact and Network) is a support and activity group for high-functioning adults on the autism spectrum. All first-time attendees must arrange to meet with one of the group facilitators before the meeting.

Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Time: 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Location: UM CARD Office, Coral Gables, FL

Facilitators: Diane Adreon and Deborah Chin

Call or email for more information

Bring a dish for the potluck if you can!

Sensory Processing Disorder: How It Impacts Function and How Parents Can Help

This presentation will review details about what sensory integration is and how it affects all areas of development.

Date: Friday, July 20, 2012

Time: 11:00am to 12:30pm

Facilitator: Ana Solis, OTR

Location: Online via Adobe Connect; call to register and receive the link

Register with Lezonne:

The 5th Annual Autumn Moonlight Gala

This will be UM-NSU CARD's 5-year anniversary of Autumn Moonlight! Honors will go to Dr. Glenn and Carmen Zaldivar. Jeff and Ireland will serve as the honorary chairs. Save the date!

Date: Friday, November 9, 2012

Time: 7:00pm

Attire: Jeans and Jewels

Call or visit our website for more information

Click here to view flyer

CARD VINE: July and August

This series of online presentations will cover various topics and issues related to the autism spectrum. Presenters will include Hale, Deborah Chin, Lori Wise, and Green.

Date: Fridays from July 13 to August 3, 2012

Time: 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

Free Screening of " Autism: The Musical "

In this award-winning 2007 documentary film, five children on the autism spectrum write and rehearse for an original stage production.

Date: Tuesday, July 17, 2012

Time: 6:30pm to 9:00pm

Location: UM CARD Office, Coral Gables, FL

Click here for more information

Crystal Academy Presents: " Parents Together "

This is a free support group with open-ended, parent-directed discussions. Parents of children with ASD can share stories, experiences, successes, and challenges. They'll ask questions, get answers, and receive ongoing support.

Upcoming Dates: Wednesdays, July 18 and August 8

Time: 5:30pm to 7:30pm

Location: 110 Phoenetia Avenue, Coral Gables, FL

Facilitated by: Michele Iemolo, MS, BCaBA

Special Guest Speaker: Dr. Margarita Gurri on July 18

Registration required; email or call

Click here to view flyer

Vocational Rehabilitation Overview

Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) is a federal-state program that works with people who have disabilities to prepare for, gain, or retain employment after high school. If your child is in high school and has an IEP, don't miss this training!

Date: Thursday, July 26, 2012

Time: 10:00am to 12:00pm

Location: 7990 SW 117 Avenue, Suite 200, Miami, FL

Registration is required

Register online or by phone:

Click here for more information

Miami Children's Museum: " Sensory Saturday "

On one Saturday of every month, Miami Children's Museum will be hosting an inclusive accessibility event. Sensory Saturday will be open to all children with disabilities, as well as their families and friends.

Date: Saturday, July 28, 2012

Please email for future dates

Time: 9:00am to 11:00am

Address: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, FL

Pre-registration required

Call or email us for more information

Click here to view flyer

FDLRS Presents: " Ready! Get Set! Go! "

This workshop will prepare parents of students with disabilities for the upcoming school year. Bring your questions and concerns to a brainstorming session with FDLRS parent liaisons and special education professionals. Empower yourself!

Date: Wednesday, August 8, 2012

Time: 11:00am to 1:00pm

Location: 5555 SW 93rd Avenue, Miami, FL

(next to Blue Lakes Elementary)

If you plan to attend, please contact Laurie Malman

by phone ( x169) or email

Click here to view flyer

Social GAIN: Free Bowling Night

Join Social GAIN, a support and activity group for high-functioning adults on the autism spectrum, for a free night of fun and games at Bird Bowl. Registration is mandatory, and space is limited!

Date: Monday, August 13, 2012

Time: 6:00pm

Location: Bird Bowl, 9275 SW 40th Street, Miami, FL

For more information or to RSVP, call or email Diane Adreon ()

Click here to view flyer

Social GAIN Broward: Fall 2012 Meetings

Social GAIN (Social Group for Aspies to Interact and Network) is a support and activity group for high-functioning adults on the autism spectrum. In addition to our monthly Wednesday meetings at the UM CARD office, we now have monthly Friday meetings at the NSU CARD office.

Dates: One Friday a month, starting August 17

Time: 1:00pm to 2:30pm

Location: NSU CARD Office, Davie, FL

Facilitators: Deborah Chin and is Bitting

Call or email is Bitting () for more information or to RSVP

Please try to RSVP at least 24 hours in advance

Click here to view flyer (for meeting dates, topics, and more)

Crystal Academy: Now Accepting McKay Scholarship!

This primary school develops and nurtures a child's individualized ability, while meeting the needs of the child through academics, evidence-based services, and socialization with peers. We offer small class sizes, group therapy, social activities, and much more!

Click here to view flyer

Free Seminar for Adults with Autism

This seminar, with presentations by McManmon and Dietz, discusses the topics of independent adulthood, awareness of legal rights, and accommodations in college and the workplace.

Date: Saturday, September 29, 2012

Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm

Location: UM CARD Office, Coral Gables, FL

Registration is required; click here to register

Call or email is Bitting () for more information

Click here to view flyer

2012 Steps for Success: Special Education Conference

Presented by Miami-Dade County Public Schools, this multilingual conference will provide resources, training, education, information, and networking opportunities to parents of students with disabilities. Save the date!

Date: Saturday, October 13, 2012

Time: 8:00am to 1:30pm

Location: Miami Edison Senior High School, Miami, FL

Registration begins August 1, 2012

Email Keisha 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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5665 Ponce de Leon Boulevard

P.O. Box 248768

Coral Gables, FL 33124-0725

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