March 03 Nat'l Autism Calendar Update

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ALABAMAThe ASD "Making a Difference" ConferenceCarol Gray - Bullying and TeasingDiane Twachtman-Cullen & Twachtman-Reilly -Experiential learning and language development Pratt - Addressing Challenging Behaviors Liane Holliday Willey - Personal Insights into Asperger's March 6-7Mobile, AL Adam's Mark Hotel & Resort www.asdconferences.com info@... 877-782- 7347 Birmingham Support Group MeetingMarch 7St. Mark Methodist Church - 2901 Columbiana Road620-9497Huntsville Suport Group MeetingMarch 28 7amGrace Baptist Church - 2611 Pulaski PikeALASKA2-Day PECS Training WorkshopJo-Anne Matteo, MS, CCC-SLP, Donna Abadie, M.EdMay 19-20Anchorage pyramid@...CEU's offeredARKANSAS2- Day PECS Training WorkshopLori Frost, MS CCC/SLP & Anne Hoffman, M.EdMarch 17-18Little Rock pyramid@...AUSTRALIA Autism Behavioral Intervention - QueenslandThe Neuronal Experience - Marcy McCarthyMarch 1March 3-14Brisbaneenquiries@...

www.abiq.org 07-3264-2582Auditory Integration Training March 10-21 Brisbane, Queensland Darling Point Special School enquiries@...www.aitresources.com earait@... CALIFORNIASeminario de Los Ninos Bien EducadosA special parenting skill-building program for Spanish speaking and Spanish origin parents.March 1Newhall Newhall Elementary School AuditoriumFree childcare and Free materialsMIND Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series - Winter/Spring 2003 March 5 Dr. Lord, University of Michigan Autism and CommunicationsDisorder Center 4:00PM Conceptualizations and methods in diagnosing autistic spectrum disorders 6:30PM Facilitating shared enjoyment: Supporting peer relationships for children & adults with autism Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 www.mlndlnstitute.org Fully Participating in your Child's IEP's?The laws that apply to special education, A parent's rights andresponsibilities,Steps to take before, during, and after the IEP, Where to get moreinformaiton...March 5 FREESan marinfape@... marinkirks@... TACA Costa Mesa Meeting , Special Ed. Attorney, New Developments in Special Education LawMarch 8 2:30-5:30pmCosta Mesa Costa Mesa Vineyard Newport Churchwww.talkaboutcuringautism.org tacanow@...Applied Behavior AnalysisK. Dotts at CenterMarch 11 Santa Clara $15 RSVP Days of Molecular Medicine 2003 Immunotherapy: A Technology Platform for Molecular Medicine March 13- 15 La Jolla imm.ucsd.edu Nutritional Interventions for Individuals with Autism: Evaluating Food Sensitivities, Launching a Gluten Free/Casein Free diet,and use of nutritional supplements.Kathy Kaufmann, RD, CCN, of Nutrition SolutionsMarch 20 7:30-9:30pmSanta Clara Parents Helping Parentswww.php.com lrmecook@... $5 for current php members, $10 for othersAutism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Jeanie McAfee, Kathleen Quill, Jerry & Newport, and Diane Murrell. March 20-21 San Diego www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@...

1- Theory of Mind/Pragmatic Language WorkshopSantaClaraMarch 22 9:30a-4:30pFEAT of Greater Bay Areawww.php.com FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public Mar. 24 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@... Behavior Analysts, Inc - 2003 Training Division Calendar:March 24-25: Solutions for Language TrainingMarch 26: Teaching Play and Social SkillsApril 7: Assessment of Basic Language & Learning SkillsApril 8-10: Teaching Verbal BehaviorApril 28-May 1 Teaching Children with Language DelaysJuly 22-23 Solutions for Language TrainingJuly 24 Teaching Play and Social SkillsJuly 28 Assessment of Basic Language & Learning SkillsJuly 29-31 Teaching Verbal BehaviorAugust 25-28 Teaching Children with Language DelaysAll workshops run 9a-4pAnd are held at:Centre Concord, 5298 Clayton StConcordwww.behavioranalysts.com/ winkler@...

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NonVerbal Learning Disorder Association Dr. Meryl Lipton, Wooden, PhD, Bell, Winner March 28-29150.00 per day San Franciscowww.NLDline.com www.NLDA.org Biomedical and Education Interventions ConferenceDietary issues, Digestive system, Heavy Metals & Chelation,and Education Issues.April 5 Fullertonhttp://www.danasview.net/confrenc.htm$35 until March 1, then $50Spectrum Center Presents: Saturday Series on AutismLow cost workshops for parents and professionals who work with children with Autism. These workshops are designed to share the very latest effective strategies for working with children with Autism, and to provide practical alternatives for parents and professional staff. , Autism Behavior Analyst Strategies for evaluating the quality of your child's classroom and in-home autism services.April 5 9:30a-12:30pBerkeley Spectrum Cntr, 2855 Telegraph Ave rkeyworth@... Each Workshop fee, $25.00 per person,

FEAT

ONE VOICEFOR AUTISM

RALLY APRIL 5TH2003

12:00 PM - 3:00 PM

NORTH STEPS OF STATECAPITOL

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA

A Rally Uniting The Autism Community In One Cause:

Autism Awareness In California

Sponsored by Unlocking Autism & F.E.A.T.Supported by the Autism Society of California

SPEAKERS Rick Rollens Jeff SellDr. Dean

Fellmeth Dr. Blythe Corbett

Barbie Dunham Cure Autism Now Ackerman Lenny Schafer

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For More Info: ddwisdom@...Autism Rally for AwarenessApril 5 12-3pSacramento State Capitolddwisdom@... ctlautism@..."One Voice for Autism" - Autism Rally for Awareness & driveto push theMental Health Parity Bill to include Autism and to get the FederalGovernment to helpwith skyrocketing Autism rates. A Conference is planned the next day to bring together all the different Autism groups in California to present a united front. April 5 12-2pm - free event April 6 - TBA Sacramento California State Capitol ddwisdom@... jacobsen5@... Parent Panel Discussion on Housing Options for Individuals with Developmental DisabilitiesApril 8 CenterMIND Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series - Winter/Spring 2003 April 9 Dr. lvar Lovaas, UCLA Department of Psychology and LovaasInstitute for Early Intervention 4:00PM Behavioral interventions in autism: Research strategies, basicassumptions, and strengths and weaknesses in treatment outcome data 6:30PM Are children receiving competent treatment? Questions about qualitycontrol, treatment outcome data, and supervision Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 www.mlndlnstitute.org The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration TrainingApril 10-19San Diegowww.we-exist.net/ait terries@... Run/Walk for Hope 2003 MIND Institute Third Annual Fundraiser and Grand Opening of the Institute'snew building. April 12 1- or kevin.duggan@... Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. April 4-13 (Tentative) Orange County giantsteps@... Assessments and IEP's WorkshopApril 12 9:30a-4:30pSanta ClaraFEAT of Greater Bay areawww.php.com FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public Apr. 22 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@... Spectrum Center Presents: Saturday Series on AutismLow cost workshops for parents and professionals who work with children with Autism. These workshops are designed to share the very latest effective strategies for working with children with Autism, and to provide practical alternatives for parents and professional staff.Dale Young, Autism Behavior AnalystUsing Applied Behavior Analysis to reduce challenging behaviors.May 3 9:30a-12:30pBerkeley Spectrum Center, 2855 Telegraph Ave rkeyworth@... Each Workshop fee $25.00 per personMIND Institute Distinguished Lecturer Series - Winter/Spring 2003 May 7 Dr. , Kings College London, Institute of Psychology 4:00PM The neurobiology of autism: Recent advances 6:30pm What is autism? Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 www.mlndlnstitute.org The 2nd Annual PAR for Kid's Sake Golf TournamentThe beneficiary will be the MIND Institute.May 12 Pleasanton Ruby Hills Golf Clubwww.par4kidssake.org eric.everson@... FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public May 27 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@... June 4 Dr. Sue SwedoMH, Pediatrics and Develop. Neuropsychiatry Branch 4:00PM OCD and the PANDAS subgroup: More than meets the eye (or microscope!)6:30PM Obsessive-compulsive disorder in children: Are contamination fears justified? Sacramento UCDMC Cancer Center Auditorium 4501 "X" Street, Room 1101 www.mlndlnstitute.org FEAT Sacramento "Get a feel for the pulse of FEAT" Board Meeting Open to the Public Jun 24 (check first) 7:30 pm Sacramento Arden-Dimick Library 891 Arden FEAT@... Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. July 21-30 Dates tentativeLaguna Hills giantsteps@... Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. September 6-15 (Tentative). Costa Mesa giantsteps@... Cure Autism Now Fundraising Event "Heart and Sole Event" Seeking donatins and underwriting for this event. For donations, auction item donations, or underwriting opportunities, Los Angeles areaplease contact Dr. : lagunamurphy@... CANADA"Keys to the Treasure Chest" 3rd annual conference, "Mapping the Journey" March 7-8 Edmonton, Alberta 1- - - info@... www.keystotreasures.com The Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS) Training Workshop with Dr. Clinician Training - March 10 & 11 Research Training - March 12-14 Alberta Children's Hospital (Calgary) $200 for Clinical Workshop, $300 for Research WorkshopCalgary Lynn Bachura Lynn.Bachura@... or . Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendships for People on the Autism SpectrumDr. GutsteinApril 22-23Winnipeg, Manitoba redpawns@..."Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendships for People on the Autism Spectrum."Featuring Dr. GutsteinApril 25-26Toronto brookfield@... $175 for 1 day, $275 for both daysPlay & Imagination workshop for those who have, or work with,Autistic ChildrenMay 21Mississauga, Ontariobridgingthegap@... www.bridging-the-gap.info Play & Imagination Workshop for those who have, or work with,Autistic ChildrenMay 22Scarborough, Ontariobridgingthegap@... www.bridging-the-gap.infoPlay & Imagination Workshop for those who have, or work with,Autistic ChildrenMay 26-28London, Ontariobridgingthegap@... www.bridging-the-gap.info Cycle for Autism - 2 Fathers of Autistic Children will be cyclingacross Canada in July and August, to promote Awareness of ASD,and raise $1,000,000.00 toward research in Canada.cycleforautism@...

www.cycleforautism.com TOONIE FOR AUTISM DAY To raise awareness and research funds for Autism - an annual event inOntario (the last Friday in April, in tribute to Keating's kick-off to CycleUSA) and eventually, across Canada. This year, we will ask all mayors in Ontario to declare the last Friday in April TOONIE FOR AUTISM DAY Toonie for Autism Committee Autism Society Ontario http://www.autismsociety.on.ca/tooni/index.htm COLORADOWalk or Run to support Autism Awareness and Research !Sponsored by OARacle, the monthly newsletter of the Organization for AutismResearch."Research and Resources that help Families Today" Join more than 1000 runners and walkers in one of five cities to help raise Autism Awareness in Colorado and funds for local programs, national advocacy, and Autism Research. This exciting event has something for runners and walkers of all levels, and the post-event celebration features family entertainment.www.autismorg.comTom - Kim - 2-Day PECS Training Workshop S. Bondy, PhD, & Lori Frost, MS, CCC/SLPMay 29-30Denver pyramid@...CEU's offeredDELAWAREAutism Spectrum Disorders: Vaccine Injury, Diet, Treatments - What happened? What can I do?Dr. F. Yazbak, Dr. Wakefield, Dr. Cave,Dr. Mark Geier & Geier, Lyn Redwood, Dr. Tedd Koren, Dr. ShawMarch 29 8:30a-6pNewark Delaware Technical & Community College March29autismconference@... $20 by March 10, after that, $30 per person, $50 for 2 parents of samechildENGLAND An introduction to Applied Behavior AnalysisAn introductory day for new parents, tutors, or those wishing to learn more about ABA and it's application to children with Autism.March 7 10a-4:30pLondon Finsbury Square44-1255-851268 or 44-Steve@...

Introduction to Verbal BehaviorDr. Vince CarboneApril 9-11Manchester Britannia Sachas Hotelcarole.roxburgh@... www.drcarbone.net

High Functioning Autism & Asperger's Syndrome A two-day courseby Dr Tony Attwood Recent developments in social and emotional support Jun 4 +44 (0)1433 631 036 heg.hog@... FLORIDA 16th Annual Research Conference"A System of Care for Children's Mental Health: Expanding the ResearchBase"March 2-5Tampa Marriott Watersidertckids.fmhi.usf.edu/rtcconference/rtcconf.htmThe TRUTH about Smallpox vaccine!Dr. Bart EspinozaMarch 3 6:30pmFt. Lauderdale Double Tree Hotelautis@... Attorney Skills TrainingAn intensive training program for attorneys who represent childrenwith disabilities.March 13-16Kissimmee Hyatt Orlandowww.copaa.net/docs/conference.brochure.writer.pdf www.wrightslaw.com newsletters@... Dennis Debbaudt WorkshopFor law enforcement, first response, and criminal justice professionals.March 20-21ville & Northeast Floridaddpi@...Dennis Debbaudt WorkshopFor law enforcement, first response, and criminal justice professionals.March 26Broward County - Ft. Lauderdale areaddpi@...1st International Conference on Positive Behavior SupportMarch 27-29 Orlando Raddison Hotel chipple@... http://rrtcpbs.fmhi.usf.edu/rrtcpbsconference/confanncmnt.htm5th Annual Family Cafe Conference & Governor's Summit on DisabilitiesKeynote speaker: H. Pasternack, Assistant Secretary for SpecialEducation and Rehabilitive Services for the US Department of Education.The Dueling Pianos will provide an evening of fun.May 30-June 1Kissimmee, FL Hyatt Orlandowww.familycafe.net info@... Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communication and Socioemotional Competence. Featuring Dr. Barry Prizant March 31 and April 1 Ft. Lauderdalejanetballetto@... barryprizant.com

PECS Workshop in SPANISHSeptember 22-23Miami, bevans@...GEORGIAGiantSteps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist & SLP. March 1-10 (Tentative) Atlanta, giantsteps@... Dennis Debbaudt WorkshopMarch 6,Columbus Georgia Law Enforcement Cntrwww.asperger.net Georgia Conference and WorkshopDennis Debbaudt and MylesParticipants will be able to recognize characteristics of AspergerSyndrome at the elementary and secondary levels, develope social, academic,and behavioral interventions to facilitate school success. Implementstrategies to handle crises and stabilization, identify school resource officer issues, structure proactive options for parentsre providers, and educators.March 7Decatur Holiday Inn Select - Atlantawww.asperger.net www.asaga.com Unlocking Autism "The Power of One" Confer Honorable ny Isakson - Planning & Preparing for the futureof a child with a disability. Nick Djurie & Joe White - EstatePlanning for Children with disabilities. S. Mayerson - How to Compromise with your school. March 30 9a-4p Newnan Central Education Center dawnfo@... HAWAII2-Day PECS Training Workshop , PhD, and Donna Abadie, M.Ed CEU's offeredJune 2-3,Honolulu pyramid@...IDAHO2-Day PECS Training WorkshopDonna Abadie, M.Ed, and Anne Hoffman, M.Ed CEU's offeredJune 9-10Boise pyramid@...ILLINOISThe Matt Savage Trio PerformancesMarch 2 3pmSkokie North Shore Center for the Performing Arts x6501Solving the Relationship PuzzleOpening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism SpectrumDr. Steve Gutstein, PhDMarch 6-7 8:30a-4pSkokie Maggiano's Little Italywww.connectionscenter.com adcock@...The BHARE Foundation Presents:The 2003 CARE Conference - Curing Autism through Research & EducationListen and learn about the latest cutting edge research and treatmentsby the top experts in the field of Autism! Wakefield, Schneider, MD, BlakeT, OTR/L & Fraser, MS, OTR/L, Diane Twachtman-Cullen, PhD., CCC-SLP,Barbara Doyle, MSApril 4,Hoffman Estates,www.bhare.org fax Arts for Autism FestivalProceeds benefit I-CARE (Illinois Curing Autismthrough Research and Education)Featuring: ScribbleMonster & his pals, Kammeraad, The Kievman, and more!April 12 1pmChicago Heights Prairie State College info@... Childhood Communication Seminars The SCERTS Model for Enhancing Communication and Socioemotional Competence. Featuring Dr. Barry Prizant April 28-29Chicagojanetballetto@... barryprizant.com NATIONAL EVENT (US)

Autism One

May 2-4Loyola University Chicago

The Most Comprehensive Conference on Autism Ever Assembled

A conference for parents and professionals for the care,treatment, and recovery of children with Autism.

Congressman Burton

to deliver the Keynote Address

Meet Officials from the NIH and CDCMore than 60 presentations from the world's leading authorities.

http://AutismOne.org earranga@...

Asperger's Syndrome 2003 with Tony AttwoodMay 3Chicagowww.futurehorizons-autism.com

INDIANAParents Autism Support Group Designing an Effective IEP and Selecting Instructional Strategies Pratt March 3 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. Oldenburg Academy, One Twister Circle OldenburgConnie Burkhart Tcburkhart@... Old National Trail Parent Support Group Designing an Effective IEP and Selecting Instructional Strategies Pratt March 13 6:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. Putnam County Public Library, 103 E. Poplar GreencastleGlenda Pate or Lucy Wieland at NE Indiana Autism Parent Support Group Developing Effective IEPs: What Parents Should Know Pratt March 17, 7:00p.m. - 8:45p.m. Dupont Public Library, 536 E. Dupont Road Fort Wayne Tremain or dtremain@... Autism Society of Southwestern Indiana Practical Instructional Approaches for the Classroom and Home Pratt March 24 7:00p.m. - 9:00p.m. Memorial Hospital Jasper Pavilion Classrm, 800 W 9th StBecky Eckert or Kristi Ketzner

INDIANA ContinuedInside Out: What makes the person with Autism/Aspergers tick? (Their heartbeat?) Winner - Exploration of the social cognition and it's impact on the school day; review of a multitude of practical strategies. April 24-25 9a-4p Indianapoliswww.socialthinking.com cmorton@... Hammond Parent Support Group Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders and Practical Suggestions for Family Members Pratt May 8 6:00p.m. - 7:30p.m. Hayward Brnch Library, 1212 172nd St.HammondAlma Hogan at 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Catrogiovanni, PhD., & Diane Black, M.EdJuly 14-15,Indianapolis pyramid@...CEU's offeredINDONESIAAuditory Integration TrainingApril 20-May 1Jakartawww.aitresources.comearait@... KANSAS Support Group Meeting for parents & childn with ASD 2nd Saturday of every month Lenexa University of Kansas Regents Center www.autismasperger.org 2-Day PECS Training Workshop S. Bondy, PhD & Anne Hoffman, M.EdApril 7-8,Kansas City pyramid@...

KENTUCKYDiscussing the BioMedical Symptoms & Treatments for ASDMarch 8Louisvilleamgregor@... $35 for non-FEAT of Louisville members, $30 for membersLOUISIANAUnder the Umbrella: A Global Perspective of AutismKeynotes: Dennis Debbaudt - Autism and Safety IssuesNorm Ledgin - The Upside of AutismOther speakers and topicsNovember 14-15Lafayette Best Western - Hotel Acadiana www.lastateautism.org vpar3auadv@... MAINE2-Day PECS Training WorkshopJoAnne Matteo, MS CCC-SLP & Helsinger, MS BCBAMarch 10-11Portland pyramid@...MARYLANDParents' Place of land's workshop, "Understanding IDEA '97, Part 2," hasbeen rescheduled. March 8, from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Leonard Hall Drill Hall, Leonardtown Continental breakfast will be provided, and admission is free.Registration is required. Please RSVP to at 301/884-4662. LINKS to Language SeminarPamela C. Payne, M.S., CCC/SLPMarch 21-22Laurelwww.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@...MASSACHUSETTS 4th Annual Full Court Charity ChallengeTo benefit the Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism, Inc. and LADDERS.22 teams, including one lead by Doug and Darren Flutie, will compete in around robin basketball tournament to help combat autism. If you would liketo enter a team or for other sponsorship opportunities, contact March 8 10:30amBasketball City 35 Lomasney Way, next to the FleetCenterdougiesteam@... McCandless/Binstock Conference March 28-30 Massachusetts location to be announced Call for more information and to register! Seating is limited! fax: mccandlesshai@... Children Making StridesSponsored by Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism Conference Presenters include: Dr. , Russ Hoyt, Sue Constable, Dr. Rosen, Dr. Bock, Dr. Lawrence HirshbergSession Highlights include: Inclusion Grades 3-6, Biomedical Interventions,Using Neuro-Feedback, Sensory Integration to Increase Functioning, Current Research Regarding Diagnosis & Treatment of Autism, Exploring the Options, Educational StrategiesApril 4-5Framingham Sheraton FraminghamBerard Auditory Integration Training A Therapeutic technique that helps to hear low and high frequencies evenly,decreasing Hyper and Hypo- sensitivity to sounds, and which also helps withauditory processing and speech descrimination. April 19-27 Lowell ShardaEARS@... One Day Workshop with Carol GrayTeaching Social Skills and Enhancing Peer FriendshipsMay 5Framingham LINKS to Language SeminarPamela C. Payne, M.S. CCC/SLPMay 18-19Marlboroughwww.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@... The SON-RISE Program Start UpA 5-day group training program for parents, professionals, relatives,andvolunteers caring for children challenged by autism and related developmentalchallenges.June 8-13Sheffieldwww.son-rise.org 1-877-SONRISEMICHIGANAsperger Syndrome And Medication March 7 Presenter: Dr. Luke Tsai - Professor of Psychiatry & Pediatrics,U of MMedical School and Director of DD Clinic, U of M Medical Center.1. Coexisting disorders, and the medical diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome. 2. Asperger Syndrome and the educational system and a discussion of programming. 3. Positive and negative effects of common medications used to treat individuals with ASDs. Wayne RESA 33500 Van Born Rd. Waynewww.autism- mi.org/calendar/springregprint.html Everyday Miracles Presents , PhDAuthor of "Special Diets for Special Kids, I and II"Dr. will describe recent research, which supports the use of dietaryinterventions for autistic individuals and detail the type of diet found to be most useful in reducing the digestive problems so common to autistic children.March 18 7-9:30pmFerndale Zion Lutheran Church www.geocities.com/EverydayMiraclesAutism/Lynn@... Member fee $20 Non-Member fee $25Autism Spectrum Disorder Sally Burton-Hoyle -and Kathy - Directors of ASM. Autism spectrum disorders, reframing behavior as communication, recognizingthe relationship between anxiety, sensory issues and challenging behavior and how to develop a visual and social bag of tricks for home and school. Gaylord Holiday Inn 833 W. Main St.March21 Gaylord.autism-mi.org/calendar/springregprint.html Asperger Syndrome And Medication March 28 Dr. Luke Tsai Professor of Psychiatry & Pediatrics, U of M Medical School and Director of DD Clinic, U of M Medical Center. 1. Coexisting disorders, and the medical diagnosis of Asperger Syndrome. 2. Asperger Syndrome and the educational system and a discussion ofprogramming. 3. Positive and negative effects of common medications used to treat individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders.Livingston ESA 1425 W. Grand River Ave. Howell www.autism- mi.org/calendar/springregprint.html Treating the Biology of Autism World leaders in autism research will explain why and how biologicalissuesmay have an impact on the physical, behavioral, and cognitive health of children with ASD. The presentations are geared towards parents, agency and school personnel, medical professionals and others. Dorfman, M.S., Boyd E. Haley, PhD., Woody McGinnis, M.D.,Aristo Vojdani, PhD., M.T., J. Walsh, PhD March 29-30 Pontiac (Metropolitan Detroit) Marriott at Centerpointe www.asaoakland.org/upcomingevents.htm 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Castrogiovanni, PhD & Mindy GlassbergApril 10-11Dearborn pyramid@...Autism Society of Michigan Spring Conference 2003 Temple Grandin,MyExperiences with Autism & Eustacia Purves Cutler, Autism and the Family Identity April 11 Sheraton Inn Hotel Ann Arbor www.autism-mi.org/calendar/springconference.html Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. June 21-30 (Tentative) Big Rapids/Grand Rapids giantsteps@... MISSISSIPPI Gulf Coast Autism Support NetworkSupport group for families, teacher, friends of children with Autismalong the Mississippi Gulf CoastRegular speakers and resource information are presented.Every 2nd Monday at 6:30pmNo CostOcena Springs Library at the Ocean Springs Hospitalconnie@... MISSOURI 2003 National Autism Symposium Shattock, Judith Miles, Constantino, , Ami Klin, LawsomApril 3-4 8:30aSpringfield $75 for full time students, $95 for others www.modmh.state.mo.us mzellid@... NEBRASKAAutism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Temple Grandin, Eustacia Cutler, Becky Moyes April 24-25 Lincoln www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@...

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NEVADAAutism/Asperger's Conference Dr. Tony Attwood - Understanding Asperger'sDr. Jeanie McAfee - Navigating the Social World April 29-30 7amLas Vegas Gold Coasst Hotelwww.futurehorizons-autism.com tombari@... Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. October 18-27 (tentative)Las Vegas giantsteps@... NEW HAMPSHIREThe Matt Savage Trio PerformanceMarch 11 7pmManchester Southern New Hampshire Universitywww.savagerecords.com

diane@... No Child Left Behind - Research to PracticeOrton Gillingham - Subscriber Coursemood Bell - Visualizing and Verbalizing Fundations - Assistive TechnologyMarch 28-29 Concord Grappone Centerwww.nhida.org NEW JERSEYVisual Strategies for Improving Communication & Behavior Hodgdon, M.Ed., CCC-SLP March 6-7 Newark Holiday Inn Newark www.usevisualstrategies.com Families & Professionals Working as a Team , PhD March 8 Galloway Township Ram's Head Inn facsgroup@... www.autismfacs.org KICK-OFF Meeting for "A Knight to Fight Autism" Fundraising eventto benefitCure Autism Now You will learn how you can become a part of the March 23 Medieval Times performance that will raise money and awareness whilebecoming a fun afternoon out. South Orange Cryan's Beef and Ale House tristate@... www.cureautismnow.org Social Skills Training for Children & Teens with Asperger Syndrome and Social Communication Disorders: A Workshop for Parents andProfessionals. Presented by Jed Baker, PhD. March 25 Mount Laurel Radisson Hotel jandbbaker@... LINKS to Language SeminarPamela C. Payne, M.S., CCC/SLPApril 6-7www.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@... Berard Auditory Integration Training Session April 18-27 Voorhees terries@...//we-exist.netait The Sound of Hope - an evening with Georgiana Terrie Silverman will also be speaking.April 24 7pmMt. Laurel Mt. Laurel Radisson Hotelwww.we-exist.net/ait terries@... Baseball for Autism Awareness Presents:Memorial Day SpectacularThe Lakewood BlueClaws, affiliate to the Philadelphia Phillies MajorLeague Baseball Team, join forces with New Jersey's Non-Profit Organization"Baseball for Autism Awareness" to host Autism Awareness Day 2003at their beautiful 3 year old stadium.May 25 7pmLakewood Lakewood BlueClaws Stadiummbmrja@... COSAC presents the 21st Issues in Autism ConferenceOver 55 workshops, 50 exhibitors, and 2 Keynote Speakers:Carol Gray and Dr. FoxxMay 31Atlantic The New Atlantic Convention CenterMadelyn.Schiering@...

www.njcosac.org Ninth Annual Eden Institute FoundationPrinceton Lecture SeriesAffecting the Research and Service AgendaDr. Amaral of th University of California-' MIND Institute;Dr. Isabelle Rapin of Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein Collegeof Medicine; and Dr. Edwin Cook of the University of Chicago'sLaboratory of Developmental Neuroscience.June 6Princeton UniversityJoni EdenSvcs@... The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration Training10-day training for individuals iwth auditory processing challenges,autism, PDD, LD/ADHD, and hyper-or-hypo-sensitive training.June 12-21Somers Pointterries@... The Sound of Berard Auditory Integration Training10-day training for individuals iwth auditory processing challenges,autism, PDD, LD/ADHD, and hyper-or-hypo-sensitive training.June 20-29Voorhees terries@... www.we-exist.net/ait NEW YORK Biological & Sensory Foundations for Learning & BehaviorNew York Wednesday evenings 7:30-9pm from 2/26/03-4/9/03Westchester Tuesday evenings 2/25/03-4/8/03 www.devdelay.org mbmcneese@... 1st Annual Benefit Concert for Autism$35 admission includes dinner entree with performances by someof the top names in fold/rock music... Liz Queler, Bar , Terri Binion, Debbie Major,Mae on, Garrison, Suzy Arnowitz with Big Cow,Judith Tulloch, n Dwyer, and moreSilent Auction, featuring autographed Sports Memorabilia, etc...March 8 6:30pmChester 39 Main Street www.bodles.com Reservations RequiredNAAR & Parent Support Network present:Temple Grandin, PhDLiving with Autism, Learning Language, & School SuccessMarch 9 7pmOrangeburg Tappan Zee High School Auditorium$15 per personwww.parentsupportnetwork.org akragen@... LINKS to Language SeminarPamela C. Payne, M.S., CCC/SLPMarch 9-10Plainviewwww.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@... AHA/AS/PDD, The Center & NAARProudly Present: Temple Grandin, PhDMarch 10 7-9pmNew York Statewww.aha-as-pdd.org bernicep@... Parent Support Network Presents a Workshop for Parents and Professionals: Creating a Successful school day for studentswithAsperger, PDD, Autism, and related communication disorders.Featuring Diane Adreon, M.A.March 10 9a-3pWest Nyack Palisades Center Mall, Raso Room, 4th floorwww.ParentSupportNetwork.org Hebert Birch Services Conference Mesibov, PhD, Hodgdon, M.Ed, CCC-SLP, Baumann,Barbara Bloomfield, CCC-SLP, JJ HanleyMarch 12Manhattan Lighthouse Conference Center x233 hgbmelissas@... www.hgbirch.org Roots of Mental Illness in Children March 15 - 17 New York The Rockefeller University www.nimh.nih.gov/events/roots.cfm "Working Together: Systems & Strategies for Improving Outcomesfor Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders"March 20-21 New York Academy of Medicine - 5th Avenue at 103rd StreetTo request brochure: kmannion1@...

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DEADLINE FOR April 2003CALENDAR UPDATE ISMarch 25, 2003See Submission Instructions on the top left___________________Recent Research in Autism And Asperger's SyndromeFred R. Volkmar, MD - Yale University Child Study CenterMarch 27 4:30pmPurchase Purchase College, Natural Sciences BuildingFREE www.purchase.edu peter.ohring@...

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diane@... The Matt Savage Trio PerformanceMarch 29LongIsland Mulcahy'swww.savagerecords.com diane@...The Matt Savage Trio Performance"Concert for Kids" - sponsored by the MAX FoundationThe concert is being presented for children with special needs,but all children are welcome.March 30 1pmLong Island Molloy College in Rockville Centerwww.savagerecords.com

diane@... Behavioral & Developmental Perspectives on Developing Interventionsto address the Language and Communication Challenges ofChildren on the Autistic SpectrumFredda Brown, PhD, Sima Gerber, PhD, CCC, Joanne Gerenser, MS, CCCMarch 30New York St. 's University 888-7-THERAPY www.therapeuticservicesinc.com Brainstorming 2003 - Effective Strategies for teaching students with Aspergers and Autism - A team approach.Using local teachers, parents, therapists, counselors, and psychologistswho have made this system work for their students.We're going to open the door a crack and trade a few secrets and roll up sleeves and make an attempt to solve some problems. Four separate panels will work all day. This is an open invitation for parents to bring their own children's teachers with them.April 3SyracuseMarpeth@... Functional Behavioral Assessment & Positive Behavioral Supportwith Functional Communication TrainingV. Mark Durand, PhDApril 5 830-5:30Plainview The Marriott Residence Inn$150 includes breakfast & lunchASHA CEU's .5 per day KTKetzel@...LINKS to Language SeminarPamela C. Payne, MS, CCC/SLPApril 11-12Mt. Kiscowww.linkstolanguage.com tpayne9631@... Adult Asperger Syndrome Support Group of NYCAHA/AS/PDD - The Matt & Debra Cody Center for Autism & NSSAProudly Present: Issues in Independent Living for Adolescentsand Adults with ASD.April 12 9:30-5pRoslyn High Schoolwww.aha-as-pdd.org www.codycenter.org patschiss@... Autism Awareness Day at Shea StadiumThe New York Mets will be joining with NYC and Long Island AutismService Agencies to promote National Autism Awareness Month.This is an opportunity for families, friends, and the local autismcommunity to band together to raise the public's knowledge of thisexpanding epidemic. Several thousand people are expected to attend.April 27718-7-Autism x 16 www.AutismAwareness.qsac.com Solving the Relationship PuzzleOpening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism SpectrumDr. Steve Gutstein, PhD.April 28-29 9a-5pPlainview Residence Innhttp://www.elija.org/Gutstein.html elija@...adcock@... www.connectionscenter.com2-Day PECS Training Workshop Catrogiovanni, PhD., & Jo-Anne Matteo, MS, CCC-SLPMay 5-6Amherst pyramid@...CEU's offeredYAI/National Institute for People with Disabilities Annual International Conference on Developmental and Learning Disabilities"Successful Outcomes in Mental Retardation and Developmental/LearningDisabilities:Approaches and Strategies that Work"More than 300 prominent speakers from throughout the US and abroad.A full-day post conference workshop on ABA with J. CarboneMay 5-9NYC Crowne Plaza Manhattan Hotelawittenberg@... http://www.yai.orgAspergers Syndrome: Current Research and Clinical ApplicationsTony Attwood, PhDAnalysis of the unusual factors related to Asperger's.May 18NYC New School University888-7-THERAPY www.therapeuticservicesinc.com Sensory Integration and DIRsm (Floortime)Assessment & Treatment of Children with Sensory Processing DisordersA Focus on Children in the Autism Spectrum. This course will focus on combining sensory integration & DIR model (Floortime) to assess th child in play in order to determine sensory modulation, affect, interaction, ability to problem solve, and elaborate ideas.June 8-9New York NYU Hospital Center 888-7-THERAPY www.therapeuticservicesinc.com NORTH DAKOTA2-Day PECS Training Workshop S. Bondy, PhD, & Donna Abadie, M.EdMarch 3-4Bismarckpyramid@... OHIOGiant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. March 15-24 (tentative) Cincinnati giantsteps@... 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Castrogiovanni, PhD & Diane Black M.EdMarch 31-April 1Englewood Dayton pyramid@...Autism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Temple Grandin, Barron, Sheila Wagner, Betsey Brunk, and Carol Gray May 1-2 Columbus www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@...

1- Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. Dates are tentative pending adequate registrations. June 5-14 Cleveland/Independence giantsteps@... OKLAHOMAAuditory Integration TrainingDecember 5-14Tulsa giantsteps@...OREGON Solving the Relationship PuzzleOpening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism SpectrumDr. Steve Gutstein, PhDMarch 28-29 9a-4:30pPortland Portland Conference Centerwww.projectpace.info hamblen@... www.connectionscenter.com adcock@...

PENNSYLVANIATeaching Nine Critical Communication Skills S. Bondy, PhDMarch 7Essington orpyramid@...ASCEND Group MeetingMareile Koenig, PhD, CCC/SLP, BCBAMeeting for Parentsregivers, Educators & ProfessionalsCommunication Development, Disorders & Interventions for Learners withAsperger Syndrome & Similar Diagnoses.March 11 7:30pmHaverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roadswww.ascendgroup.org dcwright@... Biomedical Research in AutismThe State of the Science now and future directionsDr. London will discuss research presented at the first InternationalMeeting for Autism Research as well as the newest research fundedby the NAAR. A must attend lecture for all those touched by Autism.March 21 7:30-9:30pmPhiladelphia Marriott, 1201 Market St.

888-777-NAAR x15 dschwab@... FREE Lecture: Biomedical Research in AutismThe State of the Science now and future directions. Dr. London will discuss research presented at the 1st International Meeting for Autism Research as well as the newest research funded by the NAAR.March 24 7-9pmWexford The Chadwick sgadzia@...ASCEND Group MeetingParents and Caregivers support/information meetingApril 8 7:30pmHaverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roadswww.ascendgroup.org dcwright@...

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PENNSYLVANIA ContinuedSocial Skills Training for Children with AutismJed Baker, PhDApril 11Wyomissing Inn at Readingwww.autismsocietyofberks.org April 12th Fun Festival and Walk for Autism more information soon Philadelphiaphillycan1@... 2nd Annual Walk for AutismApril 26 10amErie Presque Isle State Park - Beach 1www.NWPA-ASA.org im22tired@... 2-Day PECS Training Workshop S. Bondy, PhD & Lori Frost, MS CCC/SLPApril 29-30Essington pyramid@...Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. May 2-11 (tentative) Pittsburgh giantsteps@...

ASCEND Group Meeting J. Stone, Psy.D, - Instructional Strategies for Children with AspergerSyndrome and Related Diagnoses.May 13 7:30pmHaverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roadswww.ascendgroup.org dcwright@... NATIONAL EVENT (US)

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ASCEND GroupParents and Caregivers support/information gathering meetingJune 10 7:30pmHaverton Grace Chapel - Darby and Eagle Roadswww.ascendgroup.org dcwright@...The Sound of Berard Auditory IntegrationTraining10-day training for individuals iwth auditory processing challenges,autism, PDD, LD/ADHD, and hyper-or-hypo-sensitive training.June 14-23Blue Bellterries@... www.we-exist.net/ait The 2003 ASA National Conference Bridges to the Future Pittsburgh July 16 - 20asa.convio.netsite/ RHODE ISLANDThe Emotional & Social Lives of Persons with ASD & theirFamiliesThis national symposium, with top Autism experts from throughoutthe US, will focus on how family members and professionals are nowincreasingly attempting to recognize emotional issues, such as the importance of relationships, self-esteem, self-determination,fostering a sense of membership, and other quality of life issues.March 21-22Providence Rhode Island Convention Center x21 www.community-autism-resources.orgSOUTH CAROLINAFree Lecture and WorkshopRaun K. Kaufman - Fully emerged from Autism Breakthrough strategiesfor Autism and PDD He will discuss the key principles of The Son-RiseProgramMarch 15Aikenwww.son-rise.org Asperger's Syndrome 2003Dr. Tony AttwoodMay 5Columbiawww.futurehorizons-autism.com jgilpin@...SOUTH DAKOTAApplied Behavior Analysis in the classroom. Spring Autism Symposium Ron Leaf, PhD April 28-29 Sioux Falls TENNESSEE 2-Day PECS Training Workshop Helsinger, BCBA, & Mindy GlassbergMay 5-6Nashville pyramid@...CEU's offeredGiant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. Dates are tentative pending adequate registrations. May 21-30 Chattanooga giantsteps@... Giant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. Dates are tentative pending adequate registrations. October 1-10 Knoxville giantsteps@... TEXASMesquite Parents of Children with ASD Support Meetings: Varying speakers that relate to Autism. Last Saturday of each month beginning January 2003 10a-12:30p Mesquite Mesquite Main Library - lisa.anthony.i0st@... Parent University - Celebrating DifferencesDr. Welch Keynote Speaker. Sessions include: ABA, Diet and Nutrition, Surviving the ARD, IDEAMarch 1 8a-1pSouthlake Dawson Middle SchoolRegistration $10 $15 at the doorNina nsnorman@... orAutism Society of Collin CountyGreg Rushin, Plano Chief of Police. He will address the topic of keepingour children safe.March 4 7pmPlano St. United Methodist Churchamc2@... Get2Gether at F2F officeDr. Catlett, a behavioralist, will speak about Autism and relateddisorders.March 4 7pmHouston Family to Family Network13150 FM 529 Suite 106After High School - What Next? State agencies, service providers, support groups, residential - care providers, universities, community colleges, & anyone you request will be invited to provide information at this transition fair. March 4 7-9pm Houston ISC Conf. Rooms C/D 10300 Rd The Special Needs LifeplanThe What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for youand your special needs child. C. Rhatigan, C.E. P.Topics:* The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each.* Guardianship... Why - When - How* Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan* Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits* The Special Needs Trust* Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan* The 10 most common special needs planning mistakesMarch 4 7pmHouston CyFair Instructional Support Center steve@... www.stemark.comLubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17Visual Strategies for Young Children with AutismMarch 5www.esc17.net Learn the ABA Research & Practical Applications Farb, Executive Director, The Center for Behavior Therapy & Consulting Psychologist, The Arbor School, HoustonTopic: Habit Reversal: Implications for the Reduction ofStereotypic BehaviorMarch 5U of H Central, Clinic Conference Room #1050, CRS BuildingPlanting the Seeds of AdvocacyAdvanced Leadership Seminar for self-advocates and familyadvocates who are active in their disability communities.March 6-8DallasDFW Hyatt Regency Hotel - DFW airportContact MHMR of Tarrant Co. 817- 569-4014 ruthr@... Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17Hands-On strategies to encourage listening development across the curriculumMarch 7www.esc17.netPEP: "Countdown to the Spring ARD's Seminar"Featuring Gail (PATH Project), Millie Hickman (PATH Project), Wallace (Advocacy, Inc), Beard (ADDA), and a ParentPanelMarch 8 9a-12:30pMarshall First Baptist Church of MarshallFREE Admission and Materials peptexas@...Texas Association for Behavior Analysis 2003 Conference Featuring Pryor, "Clicking as Communication" Shahla Ala'i-les, "Are they Having Fun Yet?" March 7-8 9a-4:30p $70 Dallas marriott Dallas Quorum by the Galleria

www.unt.edu/behv/txaba www.featnt.org Texas Center for Autism Research & Treatment (TCART)Tomatis Session IIMarch 9-22San TCART fax The Special Needs LifeplanThe What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for youand your special needs child. C. Rhatigan, C.E. P.Topics:* The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each.* Guardianship... Why - When - How* Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan* Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits* The Special Needs Trust* Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan* The 10 most common special needs planning mistakesMarch 11 7pmHeart to Heart - Huntsville area steve@... www.stemark.com FEAT MeetingTeaching Materials for Children with Autism and PDDPam Dollins, BSMarch 13 7-9pmHouston MHMRA of County5901 Long Drive, Suite 312Autism Society of Southeast TexasIEP Bootcamp: Getting Ready for Spring ARD'sAngie , PresenterMarch 17 6pm free supper, 7pm WorkshopBeaumont Beaumont Junior Forum Buildingmssmitty26@... Family to Family Network - ARD ClinicBring your paperwork and get ready for upcoming ARD meetingsMarch 18 10a-1pHouston 13150 FM 529 Suite 106Parent Support Group MeetingAutism Society of Collini CountyMarch 18 11:30amPlano ez Cafe on Coit and Parkamc2@... NAMI Support Group MeetingJack - Professional Relations & Advocacy & StateGovernmentAffairs, Eli Lilly and Co. - will be the speaker.March 20Contact NAMI Tarrant CountyThe Special Needs LifeplanThe What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for youand your special needs child. C. Rhatigan, C.E. P.Topics:* The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each.* Guardianship... Why - When - How* Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan* Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits* The Special Needs Trust* Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan* The 10 most common special needs planning mistakesMarch 26 7pmSpring ISD Transition Fair steve@...www.stemark.com Lubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17Job Development for Students with AutismMarch 26 www.esc17.net tweathersby@... The Shape of Behavior, IncOPEN HOUSE - NEW LOCATIONDrop in style - learn who we are, and what we do.Find out what this Applied Behavior Analysis Clinic is all about!March 28 5-8pmHouston 12423 Cutten Road, Suite B tsobinfo@...SpArc 2003 - 5th Annual SpArc Family Resource Conference Guardianship,Transition Works, When and How to set up Guardianships, Estate Planning, SSI, Legislative Update, Transition to PPCD, Parent Communication ActivitiesMarch 29 8:30amCost $10.00Respite care provided with advance reservations only!Teacher Appreciation Dinner - ASCC Annual MeetingAutism Awareness MonthApril 1 7pmPlano St. United Methodist Churchamc2@... Individual Education Plans and placement issues in TexasFor Special Education School PersonnelApril 4 9a-4pHouston Double Tree Hotel www.lorman.com The Special Needs LifeplanThe What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for youand your special needs child. C. Rhatigan, C.E. P.Topics:* The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each.* Guardianship... Why - When - How* Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan* Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits* The Special Needs Trust* Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan* The 10 most common special needs planning mistakesApril 5 12-6pmSan CampCamp steve@... www.stemark.com

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Family Support Network Monthly MeetingSummer Options for ChildrenFor parents of children with disabilities in the Brazos ValleyApril 7 at 6pm 219 North Main Street, Suite 203 Amy Sharp at for more infoNo cost, and childcare is provided for participantsAutism/Asperger's 2003 Dr. Jeanie McAfee, Kathleen Quill, Anne , Bolick, and Jerry and Newport. April 9-11 Dallas Southfork Ranch www.futurehorizons-autism.com info@...

1- 2003 Texas Autism Awareness RallySponsored by the Autism Society of Greater AustinApril 11, Friday 11:00 - 1:00Austin S. Capitol Stepsautismrally2003@... Greater Houston Chapter of Autism Society of America Chapter MeetingApril 12 10amLubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17Using visual tools to support instructionApril 11 www.esc17.net TxABA Series I WorkshopThe ABC's of ABA - Beginner's WorkshopPresenter: Domonique Randall, MS, BCBAApril 12Houston University of Houston Alumni Center, Room 100 BThe Special Needs LifeplanThe What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for youand your special needs child. C. Rhatigan, C.E. P.Topics:* The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each.* Guardianship... Why - When - How* Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan* Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits* The Special Needs Trust* Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan* The 10 most common special needs planning mistakesApril 12 2pmParents as Case Managers steve@... www.stemark.com RRISD Family Support NetworkApril 14 6:15-7:00pm - Individual Support Groups and Pizza7:00-8:30pm - General Session Meetings* Sibling Issues* Legal IssuesRound Rock Cedar Valley Middle SchoolJeane 464-4488Autism Society of Collin County - Parent Support Group MeetingApril 15 11:30amPlano ez Cafe on Coit and Parkamc2@... Lilli Hallam to speak at F2F The justice system and those with disabilities.April 24 7pmDallas/Plano areaChrist Church "A Picnic in the Park"Autism Awareness & Mental Retardation FairBring a Picnic lunch and the entire family:Learn about Community Resources, Meet other families,enjoy some fun and games.April 26 12-4pmHouston Bear Creek ParkThe Special Needs LifeplanThe What, Why, and How, of developing a unique plan for youand your special needs child. C. Rhatigan, C.E. P.Topics:* The 5 Special Needs Life Stages and how to plan for each.* Guardianship... Why - When - How* Integrating Special Needs costs into your financial plan* Getting & Keeping Federal Benefits* The Special Needs Trust* Letter of Intent - The Heart of your Plan* The 10 most common special needs planning mistakesApril 26 1pmSpecial Ed Family Support Group - Richmond Area steve@... www.stemark.com 4th Annual TCART Medical SeminarFeaturing Dr. Jaquelyn McCandless - author of "Children with StarvingBrains"Christie Enzinna, Owens, Dr. ChezApril 26 8:30a-2:30pSan University of Texas Health Sciences CenterAsperger's Superconference 2003 Dr. Tony Attwood, Dr. Jeanie McAfee, Anne , Bolick, and Jerry and Newport April 30-May 2 Dallas Southfork Ranch

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Autism Society of Collin CountyLillie C. Hallam with the Justice Initiative will address the topicof individuals with Autism and what happens when they come in contact with law enforcement personnel.May 6 7pmPlano St. United Methodist Churchamc2@...FEAT- Houston MeetingHelena Huckabee, M.A.The Neuropsychology of Autistic Spectrum What went wrongand how we can helpMay 8 7-9pmLubbock Workshops hosted by ESC-17Auditory Learning - It's more than just Listening.May 9www.esc17.net Autism Society of Collin CountyParent Support Group MeetingMay 20 11:30amPlano ez Cafe on Coit and Parkamc2@... Texas Youth Leadership ForumA 5 day leadership awareness program for young peoplewith disabilities across Texas.July 27-August 1jenniferm@...

UTAH Autistic Spectrum Disorders: Biomedical Assessment and TreatmentStrategies Presenters: Millard Hardy, M.D., Jepson, M.D., VijendraK.Singh, Ph.D.April 12 8:30AM - 4 PM

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Continuing Ed units offered2-Day PECS Training WorkshopDiane Black, M.Ed, & Anne Hoffman, M.EdJuly 24-25Salt Lake City pyramid@...CEU's offeredGiant Steps Therapy Center - Auditory Integration Training Jackie Rockwell - Certified Audiologist and SLP. August 16-25 (tentative)Salt Lake City giantsteps@... VIRGINIA Berard Auditory Integration Training Session 10-day non-invasive therapeutic technique which trains people to hear all frequencies more evenly, to improve in the processing of auditoryinput, & to decrease hyper or hyper- sensitivity to specific environmental or speech sounds. March 1-10 Leesburg terries@... we-exist.netait Effective Shadowing: Techniques in the School, Home, and Work Settings.March 5 9a-4pRoanoke Roanoke Higher Education Centerwww.autismva.org information@... $75.00Accessibility Leadership SummitWorking Together to Empower all PeopleDave Dravecky, former San Francisco Giant, Ginny Thornburgh, NationalOrganization on DisabilitySue , Sue F.B.EyeAutism Workshop: Lynn M. Hamilton - Author of "Facing Autism"25 Workshops and over 60 ExhibitorsMarch 14-15Tyson's Corner www.mcleanbible.orgIntroduction to Verbal Behavior - Teaching Communication Skills to Children with Autism & other Developmental Disabilities. Carbone - Board Certified Behavior Analyst March 14-16 Arlington Mason University School of Law lnicklas@... Social Supports: A Make and Take Workshop.This workshop will focus on social supports for deficits in the areas ofcommunication, sensory issues, and behavior.March 21 9a-4pAbington SW VA Higher Education Centerwww.autismva.org information@... Solving the Relationship Puzzle: Opening Doors to Friendship to People in the Autistic Spectrum. Dr. E. Gutstein. March 21-22 Herndon Dulles Hyatt www.autismoutreach.org Social Supports: A Make and Take WorkshopFocusing on social supports for deficits in the areas of communication,sensory issues, and behavior.March 26 9a-4pDanville Comfort Inn Suiteswww.autismva.org $75

information@... WASHINGTON STATEAuthor Dawn Prince- will present:"Aquamarine Blue 5: Personal Stories of College Students with Autism"A Collection of essays written by students with Asperger's Syndrome.March 15Bellingham & Noble Booksellercrm2682@... http://www.bn.com 12th Annual Best of the Northwest ConferenceDr. Jeanette McAfee and Dr. Temple GrandinMarch 27-29Spokan1- http://futurehorizons-autism.cominfo@...WASHINGTON DCSolving the Relationship PuzzleOpening the Doors to Friendship to People in the Autism SpectrumDr. Steve Gutstein, PhDMarch 21-22 9a-4pWashington, DC Dulles Hyattwww.autismoutreach.org autismoutreach@... www.connectionscenter.com adcock@... WISCONSINASD: Best Practices, Interventions and Programs Putting the PiecesTogether for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.March 6-8Racine The Marriottasd@... www.project-kids.orgAutism Society of Wisconsin Annual ConferenceJerry Newport: "Your Life is Not a Label" Newport: "Autism-Asperger's and Sexuality"Dr. Jacquelyn McCandless: "Children with Starving Brains"and BinstockApril 11-12Appleton Radisson Paper Valley Hotelwww.asw4autism.org WEB/ELECTRONIC Taking Down the Wall: Immediate Steps to Reaching your Child with AutismFeaturing Raun KaufmanSon-Rise Program at the Autism Treatment Center of AmericaMarch 24 and March 317:30-9 Eastern Standard TimeCall Autism Today,

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