Running Wild PDX Running Club
2024-09-09 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-11 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-09-16 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | PCC Sylvania Campus Track, 12000 SW 49th Ave, Portland, OR, 97219, United States
Presented by Running Wild PDX
Free all inclusive track and running club for ages 5-14 in SW Portland.
Monday & Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 at the PCC Sylvania campus track.
Questions? Contact ashleymayling@gmail.com OR dm on Instagram @runningwildpdx

Hybrid Support Group for Autistic Adults (SW Portland & online)
2024-09-09 17:30 - 19:00
HYBRID – A Support Group for Autistic adults 18-30 who are seeking community.
Meetings are held every other week on Monday, alternating between Zoom & hybrid.
Meets from 5:30 to 7:00 pm. When in-person we met in SW Portland.
Facilitated by Sadie, an Autistic person.
Click here to REGISTER.
For more information contact Lori Ball at LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.
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These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13)
2024-09-09 18:00 - 18:45, 2024-09-16 18:00 - 18:45
Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13):
Meets Every Monday, from 6:00pm – 6:45pm. A place to meet, get to know each other, be silly, explore common interests, and make friends.
On alternating Monday meetings, the group plays Minecraft. This group is meeting on-line, with occasional in person meetups. To register and get a Zoom link, please go to LINK
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676

Trauma Informed Parenting Series
2024-09-09 18:00 - 19:30, 2024-09-16 18:00 - 19:30
Presented by Swindells Resource Center
Trauma Informed Parenting Series
5 WEEK SERIES
Monday Evenings April 1st – April 29th 6:00 PM -7:30 PM
Scan the QR Code or Register at LINK HERE
Este es un taller de idioma inglés. Hay interpretación disponible con previa solicitud. Llama al 503-215-2429, opción 5.
This is an English language workshop. Interpretation is available upon request. Call 503-215-2429, option 5.
For More Information: Swindells@Providence.org or call 503-215-2429

Sensory Storytime with Multnomah County Library (Online)
2024-09-10 15:30 - 16:00
Presented by Multnomah County Library
Online Sensory Storytime with Multnomah County Library
Registration is open for the Summer session of the online Sensory Storytime presented via Zoom on Tuesdays at 3:30.
Join us for stories and songs in an environment especially welcoming to those on the autism spectrum and families looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. Each storytime includes a hands-on activity and those who register can receive kits each month.
Registration at LINK HERE
All abilities are welcome. For disability accommodations, call 503.988.5123 or email help@multcolib.org 2-3 days before a program.

NAMI Basics (online)
2024-09-10 17:00 - 19:30
NAMI Basics
A class for parents and caregivers of youth experiencing mental health or behavioral challenges.
NAMI Basics is a free six-week educational program taught by trained leaders who have similar lived experiences with their own children.
Dates: January 9th-February 13th, 2024
Schedule: Tuesdays, 5:00-7:30 PM
Format: Online via Zoom
Register at LINK HERE
For additional questions, email info@namimultnomah.

Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults - Tuesday Edition, age 18+ (Online)
2024-09-10 17:30 - 19:00
(Online) Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults – Tuesday Edition, age 18 +
Meets online every Tuesday, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm.
Due to the popularity of the Thursday night group, we’ve opened this version that meets as a separate group on Tuesday evenings.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe, affirming space to process and discuss what it’s like to be autistic in the world.
Facilitated by Rae (he/him), an Autistic person. This group is a stand alone peer support group.
Click here to REGISTER.
For more information contact Lori Ball at LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

OFSN Consejo Asesor Comunitario (en linea)
2024-09-10 18:00 - 20:00 | OR, United States
Presentado por OFSN
¡La Red de Apoyo Familiar de Oregón lo invita a USTED a participar en el Consejo Asesor Comunitario (CAC)!
Un grupo dinámico de padres y cuidadores de diversas comunidades en todo el estado que trabajan en colaboración con la Junta Directiva de OFSN para comprender y mejorar las experiencias en tiempo real de las familias que manejan los sistemas de servicios para niños y jóvenes de Oregón.
¿Cuando se reunirá el C.A.C.? Mensual: 2 do Martes de 6pm-8pm en Zoom.
Por favor regístrese con anticipación para esta reunion:
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Todas las reuniones incluirán interpretación simultánea en español y los materiales de la reunión estarán disponibles en inglés y español.
Si tiene preguntas o desea una aclaración, no dude en comunicarse.
Creemos que cada familia merece ser escuchada y comprendida. ¡Gracias por alzar la voz!

OFSN Community Advisory Council (Online)
2024-09-10 18:30 - 20:00 | OR, United States
Presented by OFSN
Oregon Family Support Network invites YOU to participate in the Community Advisory Council (CAC)!
The CAC is a working model of family-driven care. We are a dynamic group of parents and caregivers from diverse communities throughout the state working in collaboration with OFSN’s Board of Directors to understand and elevate the real-time experiences of families maneuvering Oregon’s child- and youth-serving systems.
Parents, caregivers and those who support them are invited to join every second Tuesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 pm, via Zoom. Our next meeting is Tuesday, August 8th, 2023, and we can’t wait to achieve our goals with you!
Please register in advance for this meeting at LINK HERE
All meetings will include simultaneous Spanish interpretation and meeting materials will be available in English and Spanish.
If you have questions or would like clarification, please feel free to reach out.
We believe that every family deserves to be heard and understood. Thank you for raising your voice!

Autism/Aspergers Peer Community Support Group (Online)
2024-09-10 19:00 - 20:00 | OR, United States
This group is not sponsored by ASO

This peer support group will be meeting the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM PST via Zoom and will work to cover topics related to walking through this world as an autistic adult.
For those age 27 and older, you are invited to experience support, understanding, and community with others walking in autistic bodies.

To sign up, or for questions, email Hannah Rockey at comorbidlife@gmail.com and you can also find them on FB at Autism Peer Support

Online Intersectional Identity Group
2024-09-11 17:30 - 19:00 | Zoom, OR, United States
(Online) Intersectional Identity Group – Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults with Intersectional Identities, age 18+
Meets online every Wednesday, from 5:30 to 7:00pm.
The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe space to process and discuss what it’s like to have an intersectional autistic identity in the world (e.g., autistic people who are also: people of color, queer, gender queer, assigned female at birth, etc).
Please note, this is not to assume that we will all understand each other’s experience, but that we do understand having an intersectional identity comes with extra complexities.
This is a peer support group facilitated by an Autistic Trans and Queer person.
Click here for Zoom LINK.
For more information contact Lori Ball at LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

Away From Home Support Group (Online)
2024-09-11 18:00 - 19:00 | OR, United States
Presented by Reach Out Oregon
Away From Home Support Group
Join us in a space that offers support and connection to parents and caregivers with past, current or anticipated experience in away-from-home placements.
Meets every 2nd Wednesday of the month from 6:00-7:00 pm
Registration not required. Join us via Zoom at LINK HERE
For more info, contact us at info@reachoutoregon.org or visit our website.
Reach Out Oregon Warmline: 1-833-REACH-OR / 1-833-732-2467

Autistic Parents Parenting Group (online)
2024-09-12 13:30 - 14:30 | Online, OR, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Autistic Parents Parenting Group
Connecting Autistic Parents
This support group is for autistic parents. Our aim is to create a supportive space where you can share your experiences, challenges, and insights as autistic individuals raising children.
This is not a parenting class; rather, it’s a community where you can connect with others who understand your unique perspective.
Meets every other Thursday, starting on Aug 29th, 2024
1:30-2:30 PM
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676
These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

Nurturing Fathers Program (Online)
2024-09-12 17:00 - 19:30
Presented by Oregon Family Support Network
Nurturing Fathers Program (Online)
When: Starting February 1 – April 25, 2024
Thursdays 5 PM – 7: 30 PM PST
Cost: Free
What: The Nurturing Fathers Program is an evidence-based, 13-week training course designed to teach parenting and nurturing skills to men. Each 2-hour class provides proven, effective skills for healthy family relationships and child development.
Register at LINK HERE
Questions? Contact Oscar Alvarez at 503-779-9692 or OscarA@ofsn.net

Full Access High Desert Picnic (Redmond)
2024-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Sam Johnson Park, 333 SW 15th St, Redmond, OR, 97756, United States
Presented by Full Access High Desert
Picnic Time!!!
Friday 9/13
10 AM – 2 PM
Sam Johnson Park
333 SW 15th St, Redmond, OR 97756

ASO 12th Annual Charitable Golf Event (North Plains)
2024-09-13 11:00 - 18:30 | Pumpkin Ridge Golf Course, 12930 NW Old Pumpkin Ridge Rd, North Plains, OR, United States
Join us for a day of golf, fun, and charitable giving at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club

12930 NW Old Pumpkin Ridge Road, North Plains OR 97133
On Friday, September 13, 2024:
* 11:00 AM – Registration Opens
* 1:00 PM – Shot Gun Start
* 6:00 PM – Award Ceremony
Golf Registration includes:
* 18 holes of Golf at Ghost Creek
* Hot Dog & Bloody Mary Bar (at registration)
* Street Tacos with Margaritas Bar (on the course)
* Sliders with Transfusion Bar (on the course)
* Cigar Hole
* Tito’s Handmade Vodka Hole
* Beer/Soda/Water on the Course
* All Course Games
* Awards at the “19th Hole” following playPlus! FANTASTIC PRIZES in our RAFFLES!

Hole Sponsorships and Foursome available but going quickly!
Event Contact: Tess, Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call us at 503-636-1676
For more information and to register, click the LINK HERE

Social Group from Hollywood Dreams and ASO (Coos Bay)
2024-09-13 17:00 - 19:00 | Harmony Methodist Church, 123 Ocean Blvd SE, Coos Bay, OR, United States
This group meets in Coos Bay on the 2nd Friday of each month from 5pm – 7pm. Includes food, drink, crafts, and fun! There is no fee but please RSVP so we know how many to expect. For more information and to RSVP, please contact Martha M by email (LINK) or call 541-551-1289.
Co-sponsored by the Autism Society of Oregon and Hollywood Dreams.

Club EMU's Game Club
2024-09-13 18:30 - 21:30 | West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR, United States
(Formerly PAN’s West Linn Game Club)
Who: For Autistic people of ALL Ages, their families & friends. There are 3 separate areas: All Ages, Teen, and Adult
What: An opportunity to get to together and play video games and board games.
Where: West Linn Lutheran Church, 20390 Willamette Dr, West Linn, OR 97068
When: 2nd Friday of each month, from 6:30 pm to 9:30 pm.
Cost: $10 suggested donation per family, parking is free
Food: Pizza and beverage provided, but please bring a potluck item to share
Sponsorship provided by Autism Society of Oregon to keep costs down

Empowered Communication (Mulino)
2024-09-14 10:00 - 15:00 | Autism Mustang Alliance, 14963 S Graves Rd, Mulino, 97042, United States
Presented by The Autism Mustang Alliance
Empowered Communication
Saturday, September 14, 2024
10am – 3pm
Join us for this special event to learn about text-based multimodal augmentative and alternative communication via spelling and typing.
Autism Mustang Alliance
14963 S Graves Rd, Mulino OR 97042
Presentation by Dr. Edlyn Peña – Director of the Autism and Communication Center at California Lutheran University
Featuring nonspeaking authors and advocates: Niko Boskovic, Ethan Nagy, Diego Peña, Danny Whitty
Register for free by emailing: heyhay@autismmustangalliance.org

FEATT Family Network Annual BBQ (Roseburg)
2024-09-14 11:00 - 17:00 | River Forks Park, 380 River Forks Park Rd, Roseburg, 97471, United States
Presented by FEATT
FEATT Family Network Annual BBQ
Saturday, September 14th
11 AM
River Forks Park
380 River Forks Park Rd, Roseburg, OR 97471
RSVP by contacting Ashley at 541-391-3250
RSVP by August 29th so we know how much food to get.

Sensory Storytime with Multnomah County Library (Portland)
2024-09-14 11:15 - 12:00
Presented by Multnomah County Library
Sensory Storytime with Multnomah County Library
Join us for stories and songs in an environment especially welcoming to those on the autism spectrum and families looking for a smaller, more adaptive library experience. In person storytimes are Saturdays at 11:15 at the Capitol Hill Library and Gregory Heights Library. Each storytime includes a hands-on activity.
Registration is open for the Summer session of the online Sensory Storytime presented via Zoom on Tuesdays at 3:30. Those who register on Zoom can receive activity kits each month.
Registration for the online storytime can be fund at LINK HERE
All abilities are welcome. For disability accommodations, call 503.988.5123 or email help@multcolib.org 2-3 days before a program.

Young Adult Social Group
2024-09-14 18:30 - 19:30 | OR, United States
This is a peer-led group for young adults, ages 18-30, who have graduated from high school. Sorry but this group is not open to people younger than 18. There are 2 group consultants who are there to provide a level of social safety by mediating conflict and supporting participants to make connections. NOT a skill building class. Meets 2nd Saturday and 3rd Monday of each month, from 6:30-7:30pm. To sign up, email Pam S at pamsmith.business@gmail.com

Young Adult Social Group - Currently Meeting by Zoom
2024-09-14 18:30 - 20:30 | OR, United States
Young Adult Social Group Meeting by Zoom (age range: 18-30).
This is a peer-led group for young adult ages 18 to 30 years, who have graduated from high school. There are 2 group consultants who are there to provide a level of social safety by mediating conflict and supporting participants to make connections. This is NOT a skill building class. Participants are expected to be able to manage personal needs and maintain physical safety. Only group members and group consultants attend the meetings.
Meets 2nd Saturday of each month and additional as the group decides. For time and more details, please contact the ASO office at info@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

Autism Society of Oregon Cosplay Group (Portland)
2024-09-15 14:00 - 16:00 | 830 NE 47th Ave, Portland, OR 97213, 830 NE 47th Ave, Portland, OR, 97213, United States
Who: For Cosplay enthusiasts of all ages, beginners or experienced cosplayers welcome.
What: A free in-person & online cosplay group for making new friends, designing and creating costumes together.
When: For September only! Meeting Date is moved to Sunday, Sept 15th so we can attend the Rose City Comic Con!
Where: 830 NE 47th Ave, Portland, OR 97213 (Swindells Center – parking is free)
To register for the event, contact us at 503-636-1676 or events@AutismSocietyOregon.org

Additional meetings take place on the 3rd Friday of each month, from 5:00 – 8:00pm at Artful Autism in Beaverton. An Autistic run social group with light structure. Everyone is allowed to socialize as they wish. Supplies and snacks are provided – nothing is required to bring. Come to discuss pop culture and/or design costumes together. Contact ASO by email to register: Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org.

Women and Non-Binary Friendship Group for Those on the Autism Spectrum
2024-09-15 15:30 - 17:00 | OR, United States
Temporarily Full!
Women and Non-Binary Friendship Group for Those on the Autism Spectrum (based in Portland)

This group is temporarily full and not accepting more participants at this time. To be placed on a waitlist, please contact ASO at info@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.
Meets on the 1st & 3rd Sundays of each month, from 3:30-5:00pm. For female-identifying and non-binary Autistic people, ages 18 and up, looking for an accepting environment in which to hangout with other female-identifying or non-binary Autistic adults. Come chat, relax, or just chill. Participate in great discussions and/or activities (or not) of your choosing!
For more information, please contact Kim at 503-312-3103 or click here to email. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Oregon.

Una introducción a los beneficios de Oregon Health Plan para niños y jóvenes (en línea)
2024-09-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Online, OR, United States
¿Su niño/joven está recibiendo toda la atención médica que necesita?
Una introducción a los beneficios de Oregon Health Plan para niños y jóvenes
Lunes, 16 de Septiembre, 2024
Hora: 6:00pm -7:00 pm
Regístrese aquí: https://tinyurl.com/OLCOHP
Recibirá una liga de Zoom a su email
Gasto: Gratuito
