Tryon Creek Nature Walk (SW Portland)
2024-10-13 13:00 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Tryon Creek State Natural Area, 11321 Southwest Terwilliger Boulevard, Portland, OR, 97209, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon

Who: These walks are meant to be a safe space for Autistic individuals, their families, friends, and supporters to be together to enjoy and experience nature without any agenda or judgment. This event is for Autistic adults only. We will have family dates available in the future.
What: Come and enjoy a beautiful, guided nature walk at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. The guided walks will be led by an Oregon Master Naturalist, Certified Interpretive Guide and former ASO Board member.
When: Sunday, October 13 from 1:00 to 2:30 (Adult walk – ages 18+)
Where: Tryon Creek State Natural Area: 11321 Southwest Terwilliger Boulevard Portland, OR 97219
Parking can be limited. Consider arriving early to allow time to park and join the group.
We are capping each guided walk at 20 people. Registration is FREE but advance registration is required.
Register at LINK HERE
If you need help getting there, or for additional questions, please contact Lori Ball at LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676 during business hours (9 am – 6 pm)

Autism Society of Oregon Cosplay Group (Portland)
2024-10-13 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: Every 2nd Sunday of the month, from 2-4 PM
Where: 830 NE 47th Ave, Portland, OR 97213
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.

Sensory Friendly Swim (NE Portland)
2024-10-13 15:00 - 16:30 | Matt Dishman Community Center, 77 NE Knott Street, Portland, OR, 97212, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
Sensory Friendly Swim
Come and enjoy a sensory friendly swim each month, rotating around the Portland Metro area.

– No Music
– Lifeguards using whistles only if completely necessary
– No diving boards in use
– Limited number of people

Free, must register to attend
Space is limited and registration is required.
Matt Dishman Community Center and Pool – Indoor Pool
3:00pm – 4:30pm
77 NE Knott Street, Portland, OR 97212
To register, scan the QR code in the flyer or click the LINK HERE
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676

Running Wild PDX Running Club
2024-10-14 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-10-16 17:30 - 18:30 | 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

Friendship Group for Autistic Kids (suggested ages: 7 – 13)
2024-10-14 18:00 - 18:45 | OR
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
2024-10-14 18:00 - 19:30 | OR
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)
2024-10-15 15:30 - 16:00 | OR
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)
2024-10-15 17:00 - 19:30 | OR
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)
2024-10-15 17:30 - 19:00 | OR
(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.

Grupo de Apoyo Fuera de Casa (en línea)
2024-10-15 18:00 - 19:00 | OR, United States
Presentado por Reach Out Oregon
Grupo de Apoyo Fuera de Casa
Únase a nosotros en un espacio que ofrece apoyo y conexión a los padres y cuidadores con experiencia pasada, actual o anticipada en colocaciones fuera del hogar.
Se reúne cada 3 martes del mes de 6:00-7:00 pm
No es necesario inscribirse. Únase a nosotros a través de Zoom
Para obtener más información, póngase en contacto con nosotros en info@reachoutoregon.org o visite nuestro sitio web.
Reach Out Oregon Warmline: 1-833-REACH-OR / 1-833-732-2467

Online Intersectional Identity Group
2024-10-16 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.

Sensory Friendly Movie in Oregon City - Wild Robot
2024-10-16 17:45 - 20:00 | Regal Hilltop Cinema, 325 Beavercreek Rd, Oregon City, 97045, United States
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon & Leaps + Bounds
Sensory Friendly Movie in Oregon City – Wild Robot

October 16th at 5:45pm
At Regal Hilltop in Oregon City
Sign up at LINK HERE
Free – Limited Seating – Must Register to Attend

Come join us for a sensory friendly private screening of The Wild Robot. This is a smaller capacity theatre to allow for less over stimulation with full reclining seats. This is a friendly inclusive space accessible to all. There are a limited number of wheelchair seats available (but the entire theater is accessible for those who can transfer).
Headphones and fidgets will be available, there will be bean bags for crash pads, weighted plushies to snuggle if needed, sounds will be lower, and there will be a little lighting to make it a more welcoming space. Open captioning will also be provided.

Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676

Autism Parent Support Group (online)
2024-10-16 18:30 - 19:30 | OR
Parents of children from 0-21 are welcome!
Meets the 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 6:30 -7:30 pm, during the school year (Sept – May).
This group is facilitated by Lori Ball, ASO’s Programs Coordinator and parent of an autistic child.
To register and get the Zoom link, please go to LINK.

Nurturing Fathers Program (Online)
2024-10-17 17:00 - 19:30 | OR
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

What is Sensory Processing? (online)
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Online, OR, United States
Presented by Swindells Resource Center
What is Sensory Processing?
Part 1: An introduction to Sensory Processing Disorder
Thursday, September 19th
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Scan the QR Code or register at LINK HERE
Classes include strategies and tools to:

The impacts on behavior, attention, learning, and social interactions
Take-away tools for supporting self-regulation and sensory challenges.

Part 2: Sensory Strategies for Home and School
October 17th
6:00 PM-7:30 PM
Scan the QR Code or register at LINK HERE

Problem solving tools for everyday situations
The importance of understanding your child’s sensory differences

For More Information: Swindells@Providence.org 503-215-2429

PPR (Preguntar, Persuadir, Referir) (En Linea)
2024-10-18 09:00 - 11:00 | Online, OR, United States
Presentado por OFSN
**This training is offered in Spanish – Esta formación se ofrece en español**
PPR (Preguntar, Persuadir, Referir)
October 18th, 2024
9 AM – 11 AM
En Linea
Registrase Aqui
Al igual como las personas capacitadas en RCP y la maniobra de Heimlich ayudan a rescatar miles de vidas cada año, las personas capacitadas en RCP aprenden cómo reconocer las señales de advertencia de una crisis de suicidio y cómo preguntar, persuadir y recomendar a alguien para conseguir ayuda. Cada año, miles de Americanos, como usted, dicen que “Sí” a salvar la vida de un amigo/a, colega, hermano/a o vecino/a.
¿Tiene preguntas? Póngase en contacto con Oscar Alvarez, (503) 779-9692, oscara@ofsn.net

(cancelled) Autism Society of Oregon Cosplay Group (Beaverton)
2024-10-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Artful Autism, 6700 SW 105th Ave. Suite 307, Beaverton, OR, 97008, United States
Notice!!! This month, Cosplay Club will not meet, due to a scheduling conflict with Artful Autism’s Fundraising Gala on October 18th.
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: Every 3rd Friday of the month, from 5-8 PM
Where: 6700 SW 105th Ave #307, Beaverton OR 97008 (Artful Autism).
To register for the event, contact us at 503-636-1676 or events@AutismSocietyOregon.org

Additional meetings take place on the 2nd Sunday of each month, from 2:00 – 4:00pm at ASO’s office in Portland. 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.

Autistic Professional Support Group (Online)
2024-10-18 18:00 - 19:00 | OR
ASO’s Autistic Professional Support Group
6:00 PM- 7:00 PM Every other Friday
Register at LINK HERE
This support group provides a welcoming community for Autistic adults employed in professional positions to meet and share experiences. The group offers an overall sense of belonging, group mentorship, social connection and networking. At each meeting there will be a guided topic to start the conversation which can lead to bigger discussions. This group is led by Dan Dickinson, an Autistic adult who works in a mid-level professional position.
This group is for Autistic, career focused individuals who hold mid to senior level positions and/or a position with at least 2 years of experience in their field. If you are unsure if this describes you, please contact us to discuss and we’ll figure it out. Contact the ASO office at 503-636-1676 or LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org
We are sorry but no interpretation is provided for this group.
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.

Artful Autism Fundraising Gala (Beaverton)
2024-10-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Artful Autism, 6700 SW 105th Ave. Suite 307, Beaverton, OR, 97008, United States
Presented by Program for Intellectual Empowerment (PIE) & Artful Autism
Night of Imagination – Third Annual Gala
When: October 18th from 7-9 pm
Where: Great Room
15900 SW Regatta Ln Suite 105, Beaverton, OR 97006

Scan the QR Code or register at LINK HERE

Ticket Information:
Standard: $60 without drinks
Prestige: $75 includes 2 drinks.
Questions? Contact pie.empowered@gmail.com 503-572-4718

SIBSHOPS Sibling Group (Portland)
2024-10-19 09:30 - 12:00 | OR
Presented by Swindells Resource Center
SIBSHOPS Sibling group
Who: Brothers and sisters, ages 8-12, of children with special developmental needs
What: A workshop where siblings can share stories, give and receive support, as well as have fun with children who have similar experiences.
When:
September 21
October 18
November 16
December 21
To Register: Call 971-415-5349 or email Swindells@Providence.org

ASO/Synergy Autism Support Group Meeting for Parents (Online)
2024-10-19 10:00 - 11:30 | OR
FREE Our on-line group is for parents of children (birth-adult) on the autism spectrum living in Oregon. Meets 3rd Saturday each month, from 10:00 – 11:30am. Cozy up with a morning beverage and join us by computer!
Facilitated by Barbara Avila, MS, of Synergy Autism Center.
Open to parents of children on spectrum of any age (birth – adulthood).
Statewide – If you have access to Zoom, you can access this group.
The group will look at a different topic each month, including: self-care; safety considerations; understanding your child’s processing; social engagement; and challenging your child in supportive ways.
To register and get the Zoom link, please go to LINK.

Sensory Storytime with Multnomah County Library (Portland)
2024-10-19 11:15 - 12:00 | OR
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.

Teen & Young Adult Group (online)
2024-10-19 13:00 - 14:00 | OR
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
The program is geared for those young Autistic adults that need a parent, a guardian or caregiver to meet with
success, and some of the activities may require participation from the accompanying adult.
Age- late teens/early to mid twenties.
This group meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 1-2 PM online.
Register for the Zoom LINK HERE
Activities include:
drawing with a tutorial
casual club to share interest
watching short YouTube videos
open to new ideas
The young autistic adult group is led by Danitza Galvan who has a Master’s Degree in Early Intervention/Special Education and who is the parent of a young Autistic adult.
For questions or more info, call us at 503-636-1676 or email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org
