| DATE |
EVENT |
| March - July |
Classes for Children at The Cummer Museum and Gardens begin. Children on the Spectrum can participate for free thanks to a grant from HEAL. Click here for the list and more information |
| March 10 |
Autism Symposium “Current Medical Evidence and Interventions Regarding Autism”, presented by Wolfson Children’s Hospital, the University of Florida/Jacksonville, and Nemours Children’s Clinic from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the University Center at the University of North Florida. For more information, call 202-6039, or visit their website at www.wolfsonchildrens.org/autism. |
| March 12 |
Little Star Center 5th Annual Bowl-A-Thon at Beach Bowl from 7-10PM. For more information visit www.littlestarjax.com |
| March 13 |
House Calls: The First Steps to HEALing Our Autistic Children with Julie Buckley, MD, renowned Defeat Autism Now! doctor and author. This seminar teaches about the safest and most effective biomedical treatments for improving your loved one’s condition. This is a must for families newly diagnosed with autism or families new to the world of biomedical intervention. HOUSECALLS runs from 9:00 to Noon, and will be held at the TPC Sawgrass Media Center, 110 Championship Lane, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL and is $25 per person, or $40 per couple.
Email info@healautismnow.org for more information
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| March 23 |
HOPE Haven fundraiser at Urban Flats in Ponte Vedra. Tickets are $25 per person. The event is from 6-7:30pm, and more information can be found at www.hope-haven.org |
| March 23-26 |
VSA Arts Festival inJacksonville is back. Once again the Cummer hosts nearly 2,400 students with disabilities. Volunteers are needed. To sign up, call 904-355-0630. |
| March 28 |
Sail –A –Thon and Resource Fair with Heart of Sailing: You and your child on the spectrum can join seasoned sailboat crews for a sailboat cruise in St. John’s River . Stay tuned for more information, or visit www.HeartOfSailing.org. |
| March 28 |
MOCA Jacksonville Hosts the opening reception of “The Rainbow Artist Exhibition.” This art was created by Duval County School students . The reception is 2-4pm and the public is encouraged to attend. Please contact MOCA for more information at (904) 366-6911. |
| April 5-9 |
Rainbow Artists Spring Break Art Camp is back! This full week of camp is designed for children on the Autism Spectrum. With MOCA’s experienced staff, campers will explore a variety of media including clay, painting, sculpture, and more. For questions or to register contact Allison Galloway, Museum Educator at agalloway@mocajacksonville.org. |
| April 25 |
Ready, Set, Walk! Join us at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens for another great HEAL Zoo Walk for Autism. Children 12 and under are FREE! It’s just $15 for ages 15 and up. Funds raised at this event stay here on the First Coast! Support the HEAL Walk to support LOCAL Autism education, programs and camps!
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| April 27 |
Fun with the Suns at the Jacksonville Suns Baseball game! Duval County residents with a disability and their guest can attend the game free. Tickets are limited. Contact 630-4940 for information. |
| April 30 |
Seminar with Dr Julie Buckley and Friends: "An Evening with Sisters of Science, Spirit, and Spunk: Pearls of Wisdom for Surviving Autism." This event will take place at University of North Florida in Jacksonville from 7-10pm. Stay tuned for details and registration information. |
| June 5 |
Never Quit Beach Festival offers one on one surf lessons for children with Autism. Register online at www.1stplacesports.com For more information visit www.NeverQuitNever.com |
| June 21 |
Little Star Jax 2nd Annual Break-Par for Little Star golf tournament at San Jose County Club. Visit www.littlestarjax.com |
| June 14- July 23 |
The Cummer Museum and Gardens is offering five one-week sessions of Camp Cummer. This camp is for children entering grades 1 through 6 and lasts 9:00AM to 3:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Camp Cummer is FREE for children with Autism thanks to a grant from the HEAL Foundation. Please mention this when registering. For more information or to register your child, call (904) 355-0630. |
| June 24 & 25 |
HEAL’s Annual Valley Of Dreams Gala and Charity Golf Classic at the Sawgrass TPC |
| July 26-30 |
Middle School Art Camp at The Cummer Museum and Gardens. This one week camp runs from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM Monday through Friday for children entering grades 6 through 8. Camp Cummer is FREE for children with Autism thanks to a grant from the HEAL Foundation. Please mention this when registering. For more information or to register your child,
call (904) 355-0630. |
*Visit the CARD Center website for additional information on local Autism related events. |
