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Events & Education Calendar 2014-2015 Unless otherwise specified, all events held at AuSM’s office, 2380 Wycliff St. #102; St. Paul, MN 55114.
January 26, 2015 AuSM Camps and Summer Social Skills Class Registration Opens
March 1, 2015 Steps of Hope NEW Location: Southdale Center, Edina
January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Elementary: African Adventure Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul
March 3, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: It’s Not Easy Being a Teen! Location: Lionsgate Academy, Crystal
January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Teens: Winter Survivor Challenge Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: AuSM Job Skills Strategies for Job Searching on the Spectrum Location: AuSM January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: ComedySportz Improv Skills Cue Your Confidence Location: ComedySports, Minneapolis January-February, 2015 Sundays, Jan. 25-March 1 AuSM Social Skills: AuSM on the Town Location: Various Twin Cities Sites January 29, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: “Food Fight!” Nutritional Strategies for Children with ASD and Their Families Location: St. David’s Center, Minnetonka January 23, 2015 AuSM Workshop: Exercise is the Gateway to Build Self-Esteem, Fitness and Relationships Presented by David Geslak Location: Ties, St. Paul February 3, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: Understanding the Anxiety Curve Location: Fraser, Eden Prairie February 25, 2015 Life with Autism: Intro to Autism Location: AuSM
March 7, 2015 Life with Autism: Adolescence and Transition Location: AuSM March-April, 2015 Saturdays, March 14-April 25 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Elementary: Lions, Tigers and ... Wolves! Oh My! Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul March-April, 2015 Saturdays, March 14-April 25 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Teens: Dip, Dive, Discover! Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul March-April, 2015 Saturdays, March 14-April 25 AuSM Social Skills: ComedySportz Improv Skills Making It Up As I Go: Applying Improv Location: ComedySports, Minneapolis April-May, 2015 Saturdays, April 11-May 16 AuSM Social Skills: AuSM Job Skills Successfully Navigating Workplace Relationships Location: AuSM April 4, 2015 Life with Autism: Adults Location: AuSM April 7, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: Create Calm: Without the Storm! Location: AuSM April 29-May 2, 2015 20th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference Location: Doubletree Hilton Minneapolis Park Place
Events & Education Calendar 2015 In line with our mission, the Autism Society of Minnesota’s events and educational programming are designed to enhance the lives of individuals touched with ASD, along with their families, educators, caregivers and employers. Find out more at www.ausm.org. AuSM Social Skills Classes Individuals who participate in AuSM’s Social Skills programs thrive in both traditional classroom settings as well as in interest-driven areas such as Zoo Skills at Como Zoo; confidence-boosting Improv Skills at ComedySports; and employment-focused Job Skills. AuSM Skillshops AuSM Skillshops are a skill-building series of workshops for people who care for individuals on the autism spectrum. Classes are designed with a “hands-on” approach, encouraging participation, discussion and problem-solving. New this season: AuSM Skillshops on location at Lionsgate Academy, St. David’s Center, Fraser and Merrick, Inc. See AuSM website for details. AuSM Camp AuSM Summer Camps are staffed with experienced directors, medical staff, therapists and counselors who understand the need for structure, visual schedules, environmental supports, social stories and individualized communication systems. Campers ages 6-21 can enjoy a summer experience in a safe, fun-filled environment. AuSM Golf Classic The AuSM Golf Classic gives golfers a chance to make a difference in the lives of those with autism, while golfing on the amazing Troy Burne golf course in Hudson, Wisconsin. AuSM Life with Autism Series (Formerly AuSM Discovery Series) Parents, family members, relatives and caregivers come away with practical strategies and suggestions to help guide their journey through the age-specific stages of life. Mental Health Services AuSM Mental Health Services therapists have decades of experience working with individuals with ASD. Our licensed psychologists and therapists offer diagnostic, functional or behavioral assessments for all ages; individual therapy; family therapy; behavior consultation; marriage and couples therapy; and training for organizations and service providers. AuSM also offers a variety of support and therapy groups to fit individual, family and caregiver needs. Minnesota Autism Conference Held annually during Autism Awareness Month, the Minnesota Autism Conference is open to the public and is especially beneficial for teachers, educators, doctors, clinicians, psychologists, as well as parents and families of individuals on the autism spectrum, including adults with ASD. 2015 marks the 20th Anniversary of this great event. Navigating Autism Held at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, Navigating Autism allows families the opportunity to familiarize themselves with airport and travel procedures. These events are co-organized by the Minneapolis Airport Commission, AuSM and Fraser. Steps of Hope Fundraising Walk Steps of Hope is AuSM’s annual fundraising walk to raise community awareness of autism in Minnesota. Walkers participate as teams and individuals to raise money for autism programming and education. Support Groups (free of charge) AuSM provides a variety of support groups to meet the needs of parents, children, family members, individuals, couples and more. AuSM Support Groups are held at the AuSM office in St. Paul. Workshops AuSM workshops meet the professional development needs of busy ASD specialists, educators and parents by presenting cuttingedge research, technology and therapies in one- and two-day formats.
January 26, 2015 AuSM Camps and Summer Social Skills Class Registration Opens
March 1, 2015 Steps of Hope NEW Location: Southdale Center, Edina
January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Elementary: African Adventure Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul
March 3, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: It’s Not Easy Being a Teen! Location: Lionsgate Academy, Crystal
January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Teens: Winter Survivor Challenge Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: AuSM Job Skills Strategies for Job Searching on the Spectrum Location: AuSM January-February, 2015 Saturdays, Jan. 10-Feb. 14 AuSM Social Skills: ComedySportz Improv Skills Cue Your Confidence Location: ComedySports, Minneapolis January-February, 2015 Sundays, Jan. 25-March 1 AuSM Social Skills: AuSM on the Town Location: Various Twin Cities Sites January 29, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: “Food Fight!” Nutritional Strategies for Children with ASD and Their Families Location: St. David’s Center, Minnetonka January 23, 2015 AuSM Workshop: Exercise is the Gateway to Build Self-Esteem, Fitness and Relationships Presented by David Geslak Location: Ties, St. Paul February 3, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: Understanding the Anxiety Curve Location: Fraser, Eden Prairie February 25, 2015 Life with Autism: Intro to Autism Location: AuSM
March 7, 2015 Life with Autism: Adolescence and Transition Location: AuSM March-April, 2015 Saturdays, March 14-April 25 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Elementary: Lions, Tigers and ... Wolves! Oh My! Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul March-April, 2015 Saturdays, March 14-April 25 AuSM Social Skills: Como Zoo Skills Teens: Dip, Dive, Discover! Location: Como Park Zoo & Conservatory, St. Paul March-April, 2015 Saturdays, March 14-April 25 AuSM Social Skills: ComedySportz Improv Skills Making It Up As I Go: Applying Improv Location: ComedySports, Minneapolis April-May, 2015 Saturdays, April 11-May 16 AuSM Social Skills: AuSM Job Skills Successfully Navigating Workplace Relationships Location: AuSM April 4, 2015 Life with Autism: Adults Location: AuSM April 7, 2015 AuSM Skillshop: Create Calm: Without the Storm! Location: AuSM April 29-May 2, 2015 20th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference Location: Doubletree Hilton Minneapolis Park Place
Events & Education Calendar 2015 In line with our mission, the Autism Society of Minnesota’s events and educational programming are designed to enhance the lives of individuals touched with ASD, along with their families, educators, caregivers and employers. Find out more at www.ausm.org. AuSM Social Skills Classes Individuals who participate in AuSM’s Social Skills programs thrive in both traditional classroom settings as well as in interest-driven areas such as Zoo Skills at Como Zoo; confidence-boosting Improv Skills at ComedySports; and employment-focused Job Skills. AuSM Skillshops AuSM Skillshops are a skill-building series of workshops for people who care for individuals on the autism spectrum. Classes are designed with a “hands-on” approach, encouraging participation, discussion and problem-solving. New this season: AuSM Skillshops on location at Lionsgate Academy, St. David’s Center, Fraser and Merrick, Inc. See AuSM website for details. AuSM Camp AuSM Summer Camps are staffed with experienced directors, medical staff, therapists and counselors who understand the need for structure, visual schedules, environmental supports, social stories and individualized communication systems. Campers ages 6-21 can enjoy a summer experience in a safe, fun-filled environment. AuSM Golf Classic The AuSM Golf Classic gives golfers a chance to make a difference in the lives of those with autism, while golfing on the amazing Troy Burne golf course in Hudson, Wisconsin. AuSM Life with Autism Series (Formerly AuSM Discovery Series) Parents, family members, relatives and caregivers come away with practical strategies and suggestions to help guide their journey through the age-specific stages of life. Mental Health Services AuSM Mental Health Services therapists have decades of experience working with individuals with ASD. Our licensed psychologists and therapists offer diagnostic, functional or behavioral assessments for all ages; individual therapy; family therapy; behavior consultation; marriage and couples therapy; and training for organizations and service providers. AuSM also offers a variety of support and therapy groups to fit individual, family and caregiver needs. Minnesota Autism Conference Held annually during Autism Awareness Month, the Minnesota Autism Conference is open to the public and is especially beneficial for teachers, educators, doctors, clinicians, psychologists, as well as parents and families of individuals on the autism spectrum, including adults with ASD. 2015 marks the 20th Anniversary of this great event. Navigating Autism Held at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport, Navigating Autism allows families the opportunity to familiarize themselves with airport and travel procedures. These events are co-organized by the Minneapolis Airport Commission, AuSM and Fraser. Steps of Hope Fundraising Walk Steps of Hope is AuSM’s annual fundraising walk to raise community awareness of autism in Minnesota. Walkers participate as teams and individuals to raise money for autism programming and education. Support Groups (free of charge) AuSM provides a variety of support groups to meet the needs of parents, children, family members, individuals, couples and more. AuSM Support Groups are held at the AuSM office in St. Paul. Workshops AuSM workshops meet the professional development needs of busy ASD specialists, educators and parents by presenting cuttingedge research, technology and therapies in one- and two-day formats.
