06/01/2013, Saturday
Sensory Friendly Film June 2013
Epic 2-D
Time:	10 a.m.
Location:	AMC Maple Ridge 8
Address:	4276 Maple Rd, Ste C
	Amherst, NY 14226
Cost:	$4.50
AMC Entertainment 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 on a monthly basis. With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down. You are able to bring your own snacks for special diets. The "Silence is Golden" policy is not enforces. The kids are free to move around and make noise as long as it is safe for everyone. It is a great way to enjoy a movie for anyone, not just people with ASD.
For tickets to this unique experience, please visit the theater's box office the day of the event.
Links :	Sensory Friendly Films

06/04/2013, Tuesday
Northtown Parent Support Coffee-June
Autism Society of WNY
Time:	10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:	Kathy Eiss' House
Address:	130 Jordan Road
	Williamsville, NY 14221
Cost:	Free
Come and have some adult conversation with other parents of special needs children. Be able to sit and relax and have a cup of coffee and chat with other parents.
RSVP: 716-633-2275 or info@autismwny.org. Day of event call 716-352-1512.

06/13/2013, Thursday
Southtown Parent Support Group Coffee
Autism Society of WNY
Time:	10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Location:	Sandy Crawford's house
Address:	204 Treehaven
	East Aurora, NY 14052
Cost:	Free
Come and have some adult conversation with other parents of special needs children. Be able to sit and relax and have a cup of coffee and chat with other parents.
Please RSVP to the Autism Society by calling 716-633-2275 or emailing info@autismwny.org. Also call us for more information or directions.

06/29/2013, Saturday
AMC Sensory Friendly Film June 29 2013
Monsters University
Time:	10:00 a.m.
Location:	AMC Maple Ridge 8
Address:	4276 Maple Rd, Ste C
	Amherst, NY 14226
Cost:	$4.50
AMC Entertainment 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 on a monthly basis. With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down. You are able to bring your own snacks for special diets. The "Silence is Golden" policy is not enforces. The kids are free to move around and make noise as long as it is safe for everyone. It is a great way to enjoy a movie for anyone, not just people with ASD.
For tickets to this unique experience, please visit the theater's box office the day of the event.
Links :	Sensory Friendly Films

07/10/2013, Wednesday
44th Autism Society National Conference & Exposition
July 10-July 13, 2013
Time:	See website for details.
Location:	David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Address:	1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd.
	Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Cost:	See website for cost.
The Autism Society recognizes that families and individuals living with an autism spectrum disorder have a range of issues and needs. Our National Conference addresses the range of issues affecting people with autism including early intervention, education, employment, behavior, communication, social skills, biomedical interventions and others, across the entire lifespan. Bringing together the expertise and experiences of family members, professionals and individuals on the spectrum, attendees are able to learn how to more effectively advocate and obtain supports for the individual with ASD. The ultimate goal is to empower family members, individuals on the spectrum and professionals to make informed decisions.
For further information go to http://www.autism-society.org/get-involved/conference/
Links :	44th Autism Society National Conference & Exposition

07/13/2013, Saturday
Sensory Friendly Film July 2013
Despicable Me 2
Time:	10 a.m.
Location:	AMC Maple Ridge 8
Address:	4276 Maple Rd, Ste C
	Amherst, NY 14226
Cost:	$4.50
AMC Entertainment 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 on a monthly basis. With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down. You are able to bring your own snacks for special diets. The "Silence is Golden" policy is not enforces. The kids are free to move around and make noise as long as it is safe for everyone. It is a great way to enjoy a movie for anyone, not just people with ASD.
For tickets to this unique experience, please visit the theater's box office the day of the event.
Links :	Sensory Friendly Films

10/12/2013, Saturday
FAll 2013 Conference
With Dr Richard Frye
Time:	TBA
Location:	TBA
Address:	TBA
	TBA
Cost:	TBA
Dr. Richard Frye – Director of Autism Research at Arkansas Children’s Hospital at University of Arkansas Medical Sciences
Watch this website and emails for more detail to be announced when they become available.

12/31/2013, Tuesday
Autism Society WNY Chapter FACEBOOK Page
Check it out anytime
Time:	Anytime
Location:	From your computer
Address:	tablet
	or phone
Cost:	Free
Check out our Facebook page now available. To access our Facebook Page, follow link below or search for "Autism Society WNY Chapter" from Facebook. We will post our events as well as share other events in the area. We will also share information and post from other Autism organizations that we feel you should know about. We will try to share what we feel is important without an overwhelming number of posts.
Please like us on Facebook
Links :	Autism Society WNY New Facebook Page

05/23/2013, Thursday
25th Annual DD DAY 2013
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day
Time:	8:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Location:	The Conference Center-Niagara Falls, NY
Address:	101 Old Falls Street
	Niagara Falls, NY
Cost:	$12/$20/$32
Speakers-Exhibits-Awards Workshops- Live Entertainment- Parents' Room. People with developmental disabilities and their families, experts from provider agencies and local officials will convene to explore the latest issues in the field.
Cost: $12 for Workshops and Vendor Fair only $20 Lunch only $32 both lunch and Workshops and Vendor Fair. ATTENTION: NEW LOCATION !!!!!! For More Information, Visit www.ddawny.org or call (716) 986-2180
Downloads :	DD Day Brochure
Links :	DD DAY Website

05/23/2013, Thursday
Teaching Self Management Skills to Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
Presenters: Patricia Egan, Ph.D., BCBA and Christopher Lopata, PsyD and/or Marcus L. Thomeer PhD
Time:	Registration: 8:30 a.m.-8:45 a.m., Conference: 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Location:	The Columns Banquet Facility
Address:	2221 Transit Road
	Elma, NY 14059
Cost:	Students and Parents: $75; Professionals: $85; and Groups of 5 people: $375.
Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders are integrated into many different educational settings. Some children struggle with social, adaptive, and sensory needs. As a result this may affect their ability to be successful in various settings although academically they are appropriate. This conference will assist the professionals and parents to learn strategies to teach these children so that negative behaviors or difficulty attending to activities presented may not interfere with their success with learning. In addition, we will also learn to identify how to assist children to react appropriately to peers and adults in and outside of the educational environment.
Lunch: Buffet lunch provided. Vegetarian options are available. For questions or further information, please contact Wee Can Preschool at 716-667-2294 or email: MDudziak@verizon.net
Downloads :	Teaching Self Management Skills to Children with ASD

06/01/2013, Saturday
Run the Burg for Autism
Autism Services Inc.
Time:	Registration: 8:00 a.m., Walk/Run 11:00 a.m.
Location:	J. P. Fitzgerald's
Address:	4236 Clark Road
	Hamburg, NY 14075
Cost:	Individual registration: $20; Family (4-6 people) $70; and kids 10 and under free
Run through the Village of Hamburg. 5k Race/Walk starts at 11:00 a.m. at J.P. Fitzgerald's Restaurant. Food, drinks, and live music.
For more information and to register go to jpsfoundation.org/run.html

06/01/2013, Saturday
Regional Flag Demonstration
DDAWNY Family Committee and Family Advocates United
Time:	12:00 p.m.
Location:	Canalside
Address:	44 Prime St.
	Buffalo, NY 14202
Cost:	Free
Join us for a visual illustration of the number of people living throughout Western New york who are urgently waiting for a home. These people have lifelong developmental disabilities and need your support! We will be placing one flag to represent each of the nearly 1,000 people on the NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) registry wait-list. Members of our Wester New York Legislature who have been champions for people with developmental disabilities will participate and be recognized at this event. This is the second of a series of flag demonstrations planned throughout the Finger Lakes and WNY to raise awareness of the crisis facing our friends and neighbors.
For more information, email DDAWNYfamilycommittee@gmail.com

06/18/2013, Tuesday
Home and Community Based Services Waiver
Parent Network of WNY Workshop
Time:	9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Location:	Parent Network of WNY
Address:	1000 Main Street
	Buffalo, NY 14202
Cost:	FREE
This course is an introduction to the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver. This includes a discussion of the ISE, history and overview of the waiver, the waiver and the Service Coordinator's responsibilities. MSC's will receive 3 CEU credits.
To register phone 716-332-4170, 866-277-4762 toll free, or on-line www.parentnetworkwny.org.
Links :	Parent Network Workshop Registration

06/27/2013, Thursday
ADD/ADHD
Parent Network of WNY Workshop
Time:	10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. or 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location:	Catholic Services
Address:	525 Washington Street
	Buffalo, NY 14202
Cost:	Free
What is ADHD/ADD? Participants will increase their knowledge of the signs, characteristics and treatment methods. Strategies for success will be discussed.
To register, call Cathy Fields at Catholic Charities (716) 856-4494 ext. 338.
Links :	Parent Network Workshop Registration

05/28/2013, Tuesday
Game Night: Almost Summer
Exclusively for children with Asperger's, PDD-NOS or on the Autism Spectrum
Time:	6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location:	Lancaster Youth Bureau
Address:	200 Oxford Avenue
	Lancaster, NY 14086
Cost:	Free
Looking for a fun time?? Come join us. All ages K-12th grade. Activities include: Video Games; Foosball Tables; Arts and Crafts; Board Games; and Bingo. Bring your own game to share too! Bring a friend! Future date: June 25.
Need more information? Contact Tammy at tamderk@hotmail.com or Karen Schanne at 683-4444 Lancaster Youth Bureau

06/25/2013, Tuesday
Game Night: End of Year Picnic
Exclusively for children with Asperger's, PDD-NOS or on the Autism Spectrum
Time:	6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Location:	Lancaster Youth Bureau
Address:	200 Oxford Avenue
	Lancaster, NY 14086
Cost:	Free
Looking for a fun time?? Come join us. All ages K-12th grade. Activities include: Video Games; Foosball Tables; Arts and Crafts; Board Games; and Bingo. Bring your own game to share too! Bring a friend!
Need more information? Contact Tammy at tamderk@hotmail.com or Karen Schanne at 683-4444 Lancaster Youth Bureau.

07/09/2013, Tuesday
Summer 2013 Registration for TOPSoccer
Soccer program for children with disabilities
Time:	Registration is July 9th at 6:00 p.m. prior to playing
Location:	West Seneca Soccer Complex
Address:	3747 Seneca Street
	West Seneca, NY 14224
Cost:	Cost for new players-$10 registration, $30 for registration and uniform.
TOPSoccer, The Outreach Program for Soccer, is a New York State West and USYSA official program designed for children ages 5-21 with any disability, whether mental or physical. This exciting program brings the joy of playing soccer to players who have not traditionally had a place in the youth soccer system. Session runs on Tuesdays July 9th-August 20th from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
For more information contact Scot Boniface at sboniface@roadrunner.com. Go to HYPERLINK "http://www.wssoccer.org" for a map. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! No experience necessary.
Downloads :	TOPSoccer West Seneca summer 2013
	TOPSoccer Registration Form 2013