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-----Original Message-----From: AutismRecoveryNetwork [mailto:AutismRecoveryNetwork ]On Behalf Of Holly BortfeldSent: Monday, December 31, 2007 9:54 AMTo: AutismRecoveryNetwork Subject: [AutismRecoveryNetwork] upcoming florida events from SAR

+BFOCASD support group for Families, educators & therapists of children & adults with autism spectrum disorders 7-9p the Jan 2 West Volusia 1st Wed at First Baptist Church of Melbourne, 3301 Dairy Road. www.bfocasd.com 727-1028

+ Free Worshop for families of special needs children & adults - The workshops covers the legal, financial & quality of life issues that families with special needs loved ones' face. Jan 2 Jan 5 Sunrise 1st Wed & Sat Free 1580 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway Suite 130, 33323 - The Special Needs Advisory Partners www.FloridaSNAP.com RSVPFloridaSNAP+Aware 4 Autism - Support group for all people affected by autism & the autism spectrum. Speakers monthly. Jan 5 Zephyrhills 1st Sat 2-4p. First Congregational Church, 7900 Fort King Rd. - Johanna O'Toole aware4autismgmail Seminar on Oxidative Stress & Inflammation - Dr. Dan Rossignol will speak on research, tests & treatments for oxidative stress & inflammation underlying some symptoms of autism. Jan 12 Tallahassee 3-6p free Athletic Center, Florida State University Center Section D - tss8432 +South Florida GFCF/SCD Support Group - This dietary support group is to assist parents that are seeking

to pursue dietary intervention for the treatment of ASD. Mo. meetings include recipies, food saples, & helpwith shopping & food selection.Jan 15 Plantation 3rd Tue 7p-9p Free. Whole Foods 7720 s Rd Plantation, 33324 Wallitsch +Hernando Autism Parenting & Personal Experience Network H.A.P.P.E.N.) - We are a supportgroup for parents & other relatives of children on the Autism Spectrum, as well as for those who are seeking a diagnosis. Bolen to register. Jan 16 Spring Hill 3rd Wed 7-9p Pediatric Therapy Works HernandoAutismaol +Cobb County Autism Support Grp. Jan 17 Cobb County 3rd Thu 7-9p and every other month from 9-11a. +Southwest Florida Autism Coalition - Monthly support group for parents & professionals facing autism. Topics include Financial Planning, Sensory Integration, Social Skills Training, Communication, & more. Jan 17 Bradenton 3rd Thu 7-8:30p At the Pinnacle Academy, 6215 Lorraine Rd - Dr. Kirstina Ordetx or www.thepinnacleacademy.com kordetxverizon (DOT) net

Get a HANDLE on Neuro- developmental Differences - Award-winning author Judith Bluestone, founder & Clinical & Educational Director of the HANDLE Institute International LLC. this workshop will change your life & view about ADD/ADHD, ASD, Learning Differences, & Behavioral Challenges. With activities you can use at home or in your practice. Jan 12-13 Palm Beach Garden 9a-4:30p $350 $275 group The Upledger Institute - Helen www.handle.org frontdeskhandle (DOT) org Central Florida Autism Institute Parent Trainings - Various Speakers covering topics including: ABA, Communication, Toilet Training, Social Skills, Behav. Management, Inclusion, Awareness, & more! Jan 17 Lakeland Free 6:30-8 registration required TBA, view our website for our next training location - www.cfaii.orgPECS Basic Training - (Formerly called Two-Day PECS Training Workshop) This intense two-day training is designed to teach participants to appropriately implement the Picture Exchange Communication System. It begins with an overview of the Pyramid Approach to Education to explore the key components of designing

effective educational environments. A historical overview of language training programs used with non-verbal individuals is discussed. Jan 24 - Jan 25 ville 8a-4p. $295/Professional - $195/Parent Holiday Inn ville - Stefanie Levendis www.pecs.com Slevendispecs +S. Florida Biomedical Support Group - Support group for Families pursuing biomedical treatment options with their ASD children. Jan 24 Sunrise 4th Thu 7p cost Free 10250 NW 53rd St / conference rm Beth Vataker Bethvatakeraolwww.ccwc.org/calendar cherisefraserQVIUS Homeopathy clinic - Classical homeopathic treatment of autism, ADD, ADHD & other children's issues by Dr. Floyd of QVIUS & a team of local homeopaths. Jan 28-Feb 1 Miami Beach $120 per appointment Miami Beach Pediatrics - Ruth Pearson visaviswellnessbellsouth (DOT) net Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) Annual Conference - Participation, Contribution, Communication & Safety: Success for People with Autism Using High Tech, Low Tech, & No Tech Devices in All Settings by

Barbara T. Doyle, MS Autism Specialist with Guidish & Lynette Strode, Assistive Technology Specialists Free CEUsJan 30 Orlando 8a-4p $275 includes breakfast & lunch Caribe Royale All Suites Resort & Convention Center - www.atia.org registrationatia (DOT) org 877-OUR-ATIA 687-2842+P.E.A.C.E Parental Encouragement for Autistic Children Everywhere Our mission is to educate, empower & provide a positive support environment to Families with children on the Autism Spectrum. ext. 228Feb 5 Lakeland 1st Tue6p -8p, 1021 Lakeland Hills Blvd. 33805, www.peacelakeland.com nikki73170aol+AWARE for Autism Meeting - Are We Awake, Ready & Educated forAutism? Monthly support group for those affected by autism. Various topics & speakers ranging from diet, therapy, & advocacy, etc. Feb 5 Pasco County, 1st Tue 5740 Moog Rd. Bice http://tinyurl.com/7g93x Aware4Autismmsn+ Free Worshop for families of special needs children & adults - The workshops covers the legal,

financial & quality of life issues that families with special needs loved ones' face. Feb 6 Feb 9 Sunrise 1st Wed & Sat Free 1580 Sawgrass Corporate Parkway Suite 130, 33323 - The Special Needs Advisory Partners www.FloridaSNAP.com RSVPFloridaSNAPCentral Florida Autism Institute Parent Trainings - Various Speakers covering topics including: ABA, Communication, Toilet Training, Social Skills, Behavior Management, Inclusion, Awareness, & more! Feb 7 Lakeland Free 6:30-8 registration required TBA, view our website for our next training location - www.cfaii.org

Autism Orlando Biennial Congress - Autism Through the Lifespan: Featuring 22 of the world's foremost autism experts speaking

on topics covering the full range of everything you must know about Autism Spectrum Disorders Across the Lifespan, including Dr. Jeff Bradstreet, Raun K. Kaufman, Shore, Dr. Paradiz and others! Feb 14 - Feb 17 Orlando $310 prof, $250 parent - 1 & 2 day passes also available Caribe Royale Orlando, 8101 World Center Dr - Autism Today www.autismorlando.com congressautismtoday Central Florida Autism Institute Parent Trainings - Various Speakers Bradstreet, Raun K. Kaufman, Shore, Dr. Paradiz & others! Feb 14 - Feb 17 Orlando $310 prof, $250 parent - 1 & 2 day passes also available Caribe Royale Orlando, 8101 World Center Dr - Autism Today www.autismorlando.com congressautismtoday PECS Basic Training - (Formerly called Two-Day PECS Training Workshop) This intense two-day training is designed to teach participants to appropriately implement the Picture Exchange Communication System. It begins with an overview of the Pyramid Approach to Education to explore

the key components of designing effective educational environments. A historical overview of language training programs used with non-verbal individuals is discussed. Apr 28 - Apr 29 Tampa 8a-4p. $295/Professional - $195/Parent - Stefanie Levendis www.pecs.com Slevendispecs 39th Autism Society ofaerica National Conference -Jul 9- Jul 12 Orlando $225 Full Conference Advance Registration before May 1; Individuals on the Spectrum $150 Full Registration; Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center 6000 W. Osceola Parkway -Autism Society of America www.autism-society.org/conference conferenceautism-society (DOT) org Ext 7