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The Global Autism Project is having its annual Paddle for Autism Awareness fundraiser at the Marina del Rey Boat Centers THIS TUESDAY (8/31/2010) from 10am-4pm.  Come join us for a FUN DAY in the SUN for absolutely free! For this daytime event, we are inviting children with autism and their family and friends to kayak with us - no experience necessary!  Each child will be matched with an experienced kayaker for a kayaking boat ride.

Paddle for Autism Awareness
August 31, 2010, from 10am-4pm
Marina Del Rey Boat Rentals
13719 Fiji Way
Marina Del Rey, CA 90292 

Following this daytime event, we will also be having a Celebration Event at the El Bar in Hollywood, from 6pm-9pm.  This event is also absolutely FREE and will include FREE light appetizers.  The event will also have raffles and a silent auction, all the proceeds of which will be dedicated to serving the underserved communities of children with autism around the world.

Paddle for Autism Awareness - Celebration Event
August 31, 2010, from 6pm-9pm
El Bar
3256 Cahuenga Blvd W
Los Angeles, CA

The Paddle for Autism Awareness is the signature fundraising event of the Global Autism Project. The Global Autism Project works with children with autism in developing countries. Every summer, in several cities across the country, children with autism kayak (many of them for the first time in their lives) with their friends and families! All funds raised support the work of the Global Autism Project in creating sustainable centers of excellence for individuals with autism worldwide.

The Global Autism Project is a 501(c)3 Non-Profit organization,  All Donations are tax-deductible.   read more »

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Hi everyone, GoGo Juice, a small start-up that sells Peeled Organic Pear Juice is going to donate $1 (or up to $500) for every fan that likes their page to the Autism Society of America cause on Facebook. Check it out at http://www.facebook.com/pages/GoGo-Juice/125989540764539?ref=ts. It's an easy way to help a great organization out!!

If you want to learn more about their company, check out their website www.gogojuice.com

   Good day to you all ...

  My name is Robert and I am making this blog on behalf of my 5yo son, Alex. If you're reading this, Im sure you're well aware of the emotional/mental roller-coaster that is part of an ordinary day for those of us affected by, and caring for those with Autism. On September 12, 2010 I will embark on a solo 25-mile bike ride to raise awareness and funding for Autism. (I will bike 50 miles if you help me raise $500 or more!) More specifically, for a local non-profit Autism Center which was a tremendous help to my wife and I, providing us with answers, literature and genuine care & understanding that 'specialists' were unable to provide.

  Please take a moment and visit my site at www.firstgiving.com/robertgurley. It will give you a better idea of who Alex is and what my Ride is about.    Feel free to leave any comments, or ask any questions you might have.     Thank you for your time & generosity.     Sincerely, Rob

TRIPLE A… “AUTISM AWARENESS APRIL”  

As this month of April closes…National Autism Awareness Month, or “triple A month”, (as I have been referring to it),I have marveled at this extremely exciting and busy month!  It has been a wonderful whirlwind of events!  Let me bring you up to date on all the highlights of this marvelous month!

Here is the list of events:

April 7, 2010 Dr. Nelson Mane’ awarded April’s 2010 “Everyday Hero” from National Magazine: “Parenting Special Needs” 

http://www.hitautism.com/uncategorized/parenting-special-needs-magazines-everyday-hero

April 8, 2010 Autism Support Group, Mane’ H.I.T. Squad’s monthly meeting at Green Iguana

http://www.hitautism.net

April 12, 2010 Disability Radio, Monica Wharton interviews Dr. Nelson Mane’ on Neuroplasticity, and Hemispheric Integration Therapy.

April 13, 2010 “Autism Hangout” one of the most informative, and respected web sites regarding Autism Spectrum, interviews Dr. Nelson Mane’ regarding Hemispheric Integration Therapy, and Functional Neurology.

http://www.autismhangout.com/news-reports/reports.asp?id=106

April 15, 2010 Individual and Organization, Dr. Nelson Mane’, and The Mane’ Center were nominated for the“Autism Impact Award given by ICARE4 Autism, International Center for Autism Research and Education.  read more »

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he 8th Milestones Annual Autism / Asperger's Conference

The Annual Milestones Conference features research based approaches 
fostering lifelong strategies for success from early childhood to adulthood. The conference is an opportunity for parents, professionals and adults with autism to network, hear about local resources and continue learning best practices for school, home, community and work.  read more »

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In honor of Autism Awareness month, momsfightingautism.com is offering a free virtual conference with 17 different presenters over two days on Saturday, April 10th and Sunday 11th from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM PST, at momsfightingautism.com.

Temple Grandin, Ph.D., subject of the recent HBO movie: Temple Grandin starring Claire Danes, will be the keynote speaker on Saturday April 10 at 8:00 am PST. Dr. Grandin is a designer of livestock handling facilities, Associate Professor of Animal Science at Colorado State University and a bestselling author (Thinking in Pictures). Dr. Gandin will be discussing Teaching Through Specific Examples, and will also discuss the importance of Sensory Processing Disorder and it’s place in the DSM V which is currently being updated.

Acknowledging that autism is a spectrum with different abilities and challenges, the keynote on Sunday April 11 at 8:00 am PST will be given by Jeremy Sicile-Kira who was highlighted in the MTV award-winning True Life episode, “I Have Autism.” Jeremy will present on Learning With Autism: A Personal Viewpoint using power point with voice output. “Jeremy has experienced home schooling, special education and inclusion, and many types of therapies in California, France and the UK. It’s not often we get to hear from someone as impacted as Jeremy about what it is like to be on the receiving end of therapies and treatments,” explained Chantal Sicile-Kira, autism advocate and award-winning author who will be moderating both keynote presentations. Her latest book, 41 Things to Know About Autism, has just been published by Turner Publishing.  read more »

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Family Resources and Education Exchange (F.R.E.E.) is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization (ID # 20-4915626) based in Santa Fe Springs, California.

We service over 400 children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families by providing organized social, art,  educational activities. Our goals are to empower these individuals with the confidence and social skills needed to enable them to lead fulfilled, happy lives and make a positive impact on their communities, as well as to build much needed friendship/support networks for people with developmental disabilities and their families.  

On Saturday April 3rd, 2010, we (F.R.E.E.) are inviting the community to join us at Bluebird Art House (6747 Bright Ave. Whittier, Ca) for an event titled Communication Unbound. The primary goal of the event is to raise funds to provide summer camp for individuals with special needs, since State funds for such programs have been terminated from individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities.  

The event will also include a art auction, performances by local musicians, (who have donated their time), refreshments and much more.

We hope that you will be able to aide in our efforts by donating merchandise by Friday March 26th.  

All donations will be used as raffle prizes for an estimated 500 attendees.

With your charitable contribution, F.R.E.E will be able to further our mission of enriching the lives of children and adults who are at a societal disadvantage.

Please feel free to call or send any inquires to familyresource@earthlink.net

Sincerely,
Devun M Hunter

Devun M Hunter
Chari Person
Communication Unbound
562-631-3847
devunhunter@netzero.com
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