April 2, 2011 will mark the fourth annual celebration of World Autism Awareness Day. If your autism organization is planning an event and would like to be recognized in this year's list, please click here or email info@worldautismawarenessday.org. We welcome logos, pictures, posters and media for your planned event!
View 2008 Events here, 2009 Events here and 2010 Events here.
AUSTRALIA
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Cairns Autism Awareness Day Location: Pirate Park, Cairns Esplanade Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism Queensland will host the Cairns Autism Awareness Day on Saturday April 2, 2011. An Expo of services will be available for families living with Autism Spectrum Disorders in the Cairns region. This community event, now in its second year, will involve all service providers in the area, and attending families will have access to their information and services. Website: www.autismqld.com.au Email: cairns@autismqld.com.au Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2nd, 2011 Name: World Autism Awareness Day Location: St Kilda, Melbourne, Australia Description: To celebrate the individuality of people on the autism spectrum, Autism Victoria will hold an Autism Awareness March through the streets of St Kilda. Every person will be given a coloured balloon to march with, and at the end of the walk we will release the balloons into the sky. After the balloon release we invite you and your families and friends to stay on to join us for a barbecue, and don't forget your buckets and spades so you can participate in building sand castles and sculptures along the beach. All are invited to this free event to help raise awareness and celebrate the uniqueness of Autism Spectrum Disorders. Email: lia.castorina@autismvictoria.org.au
Phone: Lia Castorina on (03) 9657 1518
Website: http://www.autismvictoria.org.au/fundraising/world_autism_awareness_day.php
To view a PDF flyer for this event, click here
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: 2011 World Autism Day Sundowner Location: Kaarta Gar-up Lookout, Kings Park, Western Australia Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, on Saturday April 2 the Autism Association of Western Australia will be hosting a BYO Sundowner Picnic for parents, care-givers and people with Autism to attend, to celebrate and enjoy World Autism Awareness Day at the Kaarta Gar-up Lookout in Kings Park, Western Australia. Clayton Bolger http://www.claytonbolger.com.au/, a parent, will play a live solo show for this event and at 7:00pm we will watch the Perth Bell Tower Light It Up Blue (www.lightitupblue.org) for Autism. Email: autismwa@autism.org.au Phone: (08) 9489 8900 Website: http://www.autism.org.au/news/view/Autism-Awareness-Month-.html Click here to view a flyer for this event.
BRAZIL
Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011 Name: Cristo Redentor (Christ the Redeemer) will Light It Up Blue Location: Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Description: On April 1 and 2, join the Brazilian autism community to watch the Christ the Redeemer statue overlooking Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, turn its lights blue in celebration of World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Speaks’ global Light It Up Blue campaign. Starting with the symbolic celebration on April 1, chaired by Bishop Augusto, the statue will be lit to the sound of 'Ave Maria' sung by Saulo Lucas, a young man who is blind and has autism. Autism Speaks would like to especially thank Isabela Fortes, Autismo & Realidade and Adefa for making this lighting possible! Website: www.autismoerealidade.org/ to learn more about Autismo & Realidade; http://www.adefa.com.br/portal/ for information about Adefa.
Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011 Name: Ponte Octávio Frias de Oliveira (Estaiada Bridge), Vale de Anhangabau Square and Monumento as Bandeiras will Light It Up Blue Location: São Paulo, Brazil Description: On April 1 and 2, the Estaiada Bridge, Vale do Anhangabaú Square and the Monumento às Bandeiras in São Paulo, Brazil will turn their lights blue in celebration of World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Speaks’ global Light It Up Blue campaign. Website: www.autismoerealidade.org/
Date of Event: April 3, 2011 at 8 am
Name: Walk in Favor of Autism (Caminhada em Prol do Autismo)
Location: Ponte Octávio Frias de Oliveira (Estaiada Bridge)
São Paulo, Brazil Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day and Autism Speaks' glbal Light It Up Blue campaign, Autismo & Realidade will hold the first Caminhada em Prol do Autismo (Walk in Favor of Autism). The walk will begin at Ponte Octávio Frias de Oliveira (Estaida Bridge). Website: www.autismoerealidade.org/
Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011 Name: Palácio Rio Branco will Light It Up Blue Location: AC - Rio Branco Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Mothers of Autistic Children will illuminate the Palácio Rio Branco in blue light. Additionally, the organization will oversee the donation of shirts with a theme of World Autism Awareness. Date of Event: March 28-April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Awareness Week Location: AM - Manaus Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Teatro Amazonas and the area of Largo San Sebastian, will be illuminated in blue the week of April 2nd. In addition, 20,000 flyers will be distributed throughout the city including public and private schools, PACs, universities, industrial districts, shopping malls and squares. A closing mass will be held on April 2nd at 7:00 am at the Church of St. Sebastian.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Barreiras Autism Awareness Campaign Location: BA - Barrerias Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, pamphlets will be distributed at traffic lights, radio announcements will be broadcast over car audio and banners will be placed around the city to promote autism awareness.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Brasilia Senate Building will Light It Up Blue Location: DF - Brasília Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day the Senate building in Brasilia will Light It Up Blue, made possible by Adefa (RJ) and Senator Paulo Paim (RS)
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Mobilization in Praça Moscoso (Moscoso Square) Location: ES - Vitória Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, AMAES has organized a demonstration in the Praça Moscoso on April 2nd at 9:00 am for the improvement of the care of persons on the autism spectrum. Website: http://www.amaesvitoria.org.br/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism GV Awareness Talks at Senac Location: MG - Governador Valadares Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism GV, with the support of Senac, will hold talks with professionals at the headquarters of Senac.
Date of Event: April 1, 2011 Name: Paraiso Infantil Community Nursery Location: MG - Betim Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, all of the Paraiso Infantil community nursery will wear blue on April 1st and deliver awareness messages to parents.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: APAE Pouse Alegre hosts Autism Lecture Location: MG - Pouso Alegre Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, APAE Pouse Alegre will hold a lecture on the subject of autism on April 2nd at 9:00 am. This event is open to the public and parents of the institution, which has 70 cases of autism.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Awareness Blitz Location: MS - Dourados Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, AAGD will hold a blitz awareness event with the aid of Military Police and the Municipal Guard on April 2nd. Flyers, billboards and banners will be spread throughout the town. Email: aagd.autismo@hotmail.com for more information.
Date of Event: March 31- April 3, 2011 Name: Hope House Autism Awareness Lecture and Walk Location: PA - Belém Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Hope House (PA) will old an expert lecture on Autism in the Legislative Assembly on March 31st-April 2nd. Hope House has also organized a walk to raise public awareness about autism to be held in Republic Square at 9:00 am. Website: http://www.casadaesperanca.tk/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Awareness Walk Location: PR - Curitiba Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Uppa (PR) and Living Center (PR) will hold a walk for autism awareness in Bariqui Park and tent at the Centre (RUA XV). Website: Uppa http://uniaodepaispeloautismo.blogspot.com/
Centro Vonviver http://centroconviver.com.br/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: IGREJA DA PENHA (Penha Church) will Light It Up Blue Location: Rio de Janeiro - RJ Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Penha Church will be illuminated in blue, made possible by CORA (RJ) Website: http://corautista.org/
Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011 Name: Grêmio Recreativo Esportivo dos Industriários da Penha (GREIP da Penha) will Light It Up Blue Location: Rio de Janeiro - RJ Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, GREIP da Penha will be lit blue on April 1st and 2nd. In addition, on Saturday April 2nd from 9 am - 2 pm, Cinepipoca will screen the film "Temple Grandin," conduct physical and educational activities for children and hold autism related lectures and discussions. These events are made possible by CORA (RJ) Website: http://corautista.org/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Centre for the Rehabilitation of Optimization Autistic (CORA) Headquarters will Light It Up Blue Location: Rio de Janeiro - RJ Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, on April 2nd the headquarters of the CORA will be lit blue on the inside and with a wide blue band. Website: http://corautista.org/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Drug Store Real Higienópolis will Light It Up Blue Location: Rio de Janeiro - RJ Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Drug Store Real Higienópolis will Light It Up Blue on April 2nd. In addition, informational brochures will be distributed. This event is made possible by CORA (RJ) Website: http://corautista.org/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Carreata Frota LGM (Fleet LGM Motorcade) Joins World Autism Awareness Day Location: RJ - Rio de Janeiro Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Fleet LGM Motorcade will sport blue flags on April 2nd. Made possible by CORA (RJ) Website: http://corautista.org/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Fountain Square Brazil will Light It Up Blue Location: RJ - Volta Redonda Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, APAD (RJ) will illuminate Fountain Square Brazil and many other buildings surrounding area in blue light. Website: http://apadem.blogspot.com/2011/03/blog-post_1725.html
Date of Event: April 2-9, 2011 Name: Semana Autism Awareness Event Location: RJ - Volta Redonda Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, APAD (RJ) will hold Semana Autism Awareness, an event with autism related lectures, classes, demonstrations and a public hearing at City Hall. Website: http://apadem.blogspot.com/2011/03/blog-post_1725.html
Date of Event: Week of April 2, 2011 Name: Central Square will Light It Up Blue Location: RS - Montenegro Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Central Square in Montenegro will replace its usual yellow lighting with blue lights.
Date of Event: March 30, 2011 Name: Autism Lecture at Municipal School Location: RS - Montenegro Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, The Municipal School will hold a lecture on autism featuring Airto Madalozzo and his father. On March 29th, the two will also take part in "TV Cultura Valley Fall," a program dedicated to educating the region about autism and World Autism Awareness Day.
Date of Event: March 31, 2011 Name: City Hall Autism Awareness Location: RS - Montenegro Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, all council members in City Hall will wear blue all day. The day will also feature an autism lecture from a local legislator who will read from the text of the autism journal.
Date of Event: April 2 & 3, 2011 Name: Chimney Gasometro will Light It Up Blue Location: RS - Porto Alegre Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Chimney Gasometro in Porto Alegre will Light It Up Blue.
Date of Event: April 3, 2011 Name: Autism Walk and Pamphlet Distribution Location: RS - Porto Alegre Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism & Life Movement (RS) have organized a walk and distribution of autism related pamphlets at the Redemption Brique (Brique da Redenção). Organization: Movimento Autismo & Vida
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Walk with Pamphlets Location: SC - Florianópolis Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, AMA (SC) and Gaia Apabb will hold an autism walk with pamphlets on Avenida Beira Mar Norte on April 2 at 9:00 am. The walk will begin at Trapiche.
Date of Event: March 26, 2011 Name: Second Seminar Paulista Autism Spectrum Disorder Location: SP - São Paulo Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, Ombudsman for the State of Sao Paulo and Autistic Motion Pro with the support of the Secretary of State of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities will launch the booklet of Autistic Rights. Organizations: Defensoria Pública do Estado de São Paulo and Movimento Pró-Autista
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Awareness Day at the Village Park William (Trotting Park) Location: SP - São Paulo Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Institulo Lumi Magazine will host an autism awareness day at the VIllage Park William (Trotting Park) on April 2nd from 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. The event will feature hippotherapy (July 9th Regiment Military Police), planting of trees, a walk along the Trail of the Senses, a lectures from Carolina Ramos (AMA-SP) and Adriana Zink on autism and dentistry. Organizations: Institulo Lumi e Revista Autismo
Date of Event: April 1, 2011. Name: Autism Care Center Location: SP - São Carlos - BRAZIL Description: The celebration will take place with delightful performances and recreational activities looking for the best interaction between student and their families and school communities, on April 1nd starting at 1:30 pm. Organization: APAE Website: http://www.apaesc.org.br/arquivos/paginas.aspx?id=1
Date of Event: April 4 - April 8, 2011. Name: São Carlos City Department of Education, Division of Special Education Location: SP - São Carlos - BRAZIL Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, pamphlets and informative folders will be distributed on all units of the Municipal School. In addition, educational video sessions & activities about Autism will be performed.
Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011 Name: New Hostpial Atibaia (HNA) will Light It Up Blue Location: SP - Atibaia Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, the New Hospital Atibaia (HNA) will be illuminated with blue light on April 1st and 2nd. Website: http://www.hospitalnovo.com.br/sitenovo/
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Walk Location: SP - Guarulhos Description: In support of World Autism Awareness Day, CIAGG will host a walk in support of autism awareness on April 2nd starting at 2:00 pm. Website: http://ciaag.blogspot.com/
Date of Event: April 17, 2011 Name: AMAS hosted Autism Awareness Walk Location: SP - Sorocaba Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, AMAS will host a walk for autism awareness to be held on April 17 at 8:30AM in the Park Campolim hiking trail. Website: http://www.amas.com.br
CAMEROON
Date of Event: March 29-April 2, 2011 Name: 5th Cameroon Day of Autism Location: Orchid Center Home, Douala & Congress Hall, Yaoundé
Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, The Center Orchid Home in Cameroon will organize the 5th Cameroon Day of Autism which will be held at Douala and Yaoundé from the 29th of March to the 2nd of April 2011. Following is an agenda listing for this event:
Orchid Center Home, Douala
- March 29, 2011: Conference – Panel discussion on the goal of “inclusive education” of children with Autism or affected by “TED” (Severe Development Disorders)
- March 30, 2011: Open house at the Speech Therapy Practice to learn more about the speech therapy possibilities for children with autism
Congress Hall, Yaoundé
- March 31, 2011: Introduction to the educational tools for children with autism or affected by severe development disorders
- April 1, 2011: Tools for support for speech therapy for children with autism or affected by severe development disorders
- April 2, 2011: Celebration of the 4th World Autism Awareness Day
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Ontario - Petersborough Celebrates World Autism Awareness Day Location: Beth Israel Synagogue, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada
Description: In commeration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism Ontario - Peterborough will hold a celebration at Beth Israel Synagogue on Saturday April 2 from 2:00-4:00 pm. Snack and drinks will be provided and there is no cost to attend this event. Contact: Joanne Durocher Email: RSVP- secretaryptbochapter@gmail.com Phone: (705) 657-1764 Website: http://www.autismontario.com/client/aso/ao.nsf/Peterborough/home Click here to view a press release for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Connections, Fredericton Hosts 5 km Walk/ Run Location: Odell Park, Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism Connections Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada will host a 5 km walk/ run event beginning at 10:00 am in Odell Park, Fredericton. All proceeds will support Autism Connections programs and services Website: Participants can register for this event at www.events.runningroom.com/site/?raceId=6538.
HUNGARY
Date of Event: April 1, 2011 Name: The House of the Parliament will Light It Up Blue Location: Budapest Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Parliament building in Budapest will Light It Up Blue for one night by the Hungarian Autistic Society. In connection with the event, a press conference will be held. Hungarian politicians and actors will also participate at the event. Website: http://www.aosz.hu/ E-mail:info@esoember.hu
Date of Event: April 1, 2011 Name: Palace of Arts will Light It Up Blue Location: Budapest Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, The Palace of Arts, the most important centre of the Hungarian culture, will be illuminated in blue light on April 1st. The building shines in different colours all year round. For this special night it will shine only blue to raise awareness to autism. Website:http://mupa.hu/en/ E-mail:info@esoember.hu
Date of Event: March 28- April 10, 2011 Name: Wear the colour of autism, support people who live with autism! Location: Budapest Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, blue clothes and autism awareness ribbons will be in all of the shop windows in Budapest. Made possible by the Hungarian Autism Society. Website:http://www.marks-and-spencer.hu/ E-mail:info@marks-and-spencer.hu
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Theatre in Békéscsaba will Light It Up Blue Location: Békéscsaba Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the local theatre in Békéscsaba will be illuminated in blue light, made possible by Aut-Pont. In addition, a short performance will be held by 30 local guitar artists at the theatre. Website: http://autpont.hu/ E-mail:autpont@autpont.hu
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name:Autism Awareness Walk Location: Budapest Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, the non-profit organization Nemzetközi Cseperedő Alapítvány have organized an Autism Awareness Walk in Budapest to be held on April 2nd. The Walk will end in fron tof the Hungarian Parliament Building. At the end of the walk blue balloons will release into the sky. Website:http://www.cseperedo.hu/ E-mail:info@cseperedo.hu
Date of Event: April 4 -15, 2011 Name: Sand Art Exhibition Location: Budapest Description:In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, a Hungarian special education teacher and a boy with autism will exhibit sand artwork that they have created together. Website: http://www.homokkep.eu E-mail:giflo.peter@homokkep.eu
INDIA
Date of Event: April 6- April 10, 2011 Name: Art Mantram presents “On the Verge of Light” Location: WelcomeArt Gallery, ITC Windsor, Bangalore Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Art Mantram, a not-for-profit organization involved in promoting contemporary Indian art, will present an art show, “On the Verge of Light” from April 6-10, 2011. The art show will be presented in support of Bangalore based autism centres ASHA (Academy for Severe Handicaps and Autism) and BUBBLES Learning Centre for Autism in Bangalore. Websites: http://www.ashaforautism.com/ ; http://bubbles-bangalore.blogspot.com/
Date of Event: April 1, 2 & 10, 2011 Name: AFA Autism Awareness Jamboree-AAJ Location: New Delhi Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the National Centre for Autism will hold a series of events in New Delhi. Events on April 1st will include a free multidisciplinary consultation camp, an Art Carnival to promote increased understanding between children with autism and those attending mainstream schools, and the dispatching of awareness materials among all organizations registered with the National Trust in India. The event on April 2 features a meeting with the Honorable Chief Minister of Haryana to present the Autism Charter. A performance by children attending Open Door will take place on April 10, 2011. Website: www.autism-india.org Email: actionforautism@gmail.com Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date Of Event - Saturday, April 2nd 2011. Name - ChildRaise Trust Location- Mumbai, India Description- ChildRaise Trust will be celebrating WAAD by distributing Information Pamphlets on Autism & Blue Ribbons to lay people to make them aware & to shine a light on Autism on April 2nd 2011.
There will also be an online campaign on Autism throughout the April month
& Drawing /Painting entries are invited from the children with ASD which will be posted on our website www.childraise.com Website- www.childraise.com Email: childraise@gmail.com ,shanbhagkavita@gmail.com
IRELAND
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: BCM Autism Support Services – Eagle Project 10th Anniversary Gala Ball Location: Culloden Hotel, Northern Ireland Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, BCM Eagle Project's parents group has organized a fundraising event celebrating the work and services BCM has offered to impacted families. Founded in 2001 by Heather Taylor, who was inspired by her experience of living with her daughter Emily who has autism, the Eagle Project aims to support parents in coming to terms with a diagnosis of autism. The project has to date helped over 530 families and offers training suited particularly to parents and support that enables and empowers them to understand the condition. Email: eagle@belfastcentralmission.org Phone: 028 9024 1917 Website: www.belfastcentralmission.org
ITALY
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: CinemAutism World Autism Awarness Day Film Screening and Autism Convention Location: Turin, Italy Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, CinemAutism in partnership with Asperger Group Onlus and National Cinema Museum Association will host a day of autism-related film screenings. The event will also feature an autism convention and a football match. Website: www.angsaonlus.org/piemonte
GHANA
Date of Event: April 7-10 2011 Name: The International Autism Policies and Practices Conference Location: Accra, Ghana (Venue TBA) Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, The Global Autism Project (USA), The Autism Awareness, Care and Training Centre (Ghana) in association with Autism Associates Nigeria and Teachers Without Borders & Multikids Academy (USA) will host the first annual West African autism conference. Each day of the conference will feature internationally renowned keynote speakers and provide participants the opportunity to interact with professors, teachers, administrators, policy makers, parents, siblings and other advocates for disability rights worldwide. Phone: For more info, contact Casey McFeely at (503) 752-4479 Website: http://globalautismproject.org/conference Click here to view a flyer for this event.
MALTA
Date of Event: April, 2011 Name: ASD-Specialised Division, Speech-Language Department Location: Malta Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the ASD-SD is organizing: a lunchtime activity for children with ASD, two film events, a morning of workshops on ASD, an exhibition of drawings and paintings by children with ASD, distribution of a newsletter on ASD, the promotion of informative material to newspapers and appearances by SLPs on national TV and radio stations promoting autism awareness. Email: speechlanguage@gov.mt Website: www.speechlanguage.gov.mt
MEXICO
Date of Event: April 1-4, 2011 Name: Programa Autismo Teletón Website Location: Mexico City Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Fundación Teletón México will offer their web site to the Programa Autismo Teletón. This program has its own website www.teleton.org/autismo where people can find general information about ASD and different articles for parents, educators and specialists. We also have some videos on how to set a classroom and communication strategies for individuals with ASD. We will have 4 days to inform the society about what the program is doing and to raise awareness about Autism. Email: autismo@teleton.org.mx Phone: (55) 53 21 86 00 Website: www.teleton.org.mx
NEPAL
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Care Nepal Walkathon (Walk for Autism) Location: Hotel D'le Annapurna, Durbarmarg to Autism Care Nepal, Gairidhara Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism Care Nepal is organizing a walk to raise the awarenes of Autism in Nepal. Many famous people and celebrities are expected to be in attendance. The Walk will conclude at Autism Care Nepal, where a program and talk on autism will take place, followed by an introduction to Autism Care Nepal’s “Buy A Brick Program,” an initiative to build an autism home in Nepal.
To join the walk, please contact Autism Care Nepal. Contact: Dr. Sunita Maleku Amatya Phone: 00977- 9841761273 Email: autismnepal@gmail.com Website: www.autismnepal.org
NIGERIA
Date of Event: April 23, 2011 Name: Lagos Walk 4 Autism 2011 Location: National Stadium Surulere (Start), Orthopedic Hospital, Igbobi (Finish) Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism Associates Nigeria and Developmental Disabilities CADD, Nigeria will hold its grassroots Lagos Walk 4 Autism 2011 on April 23rd, 2011. Website: www.autismassociatesnigeria.org Email: autismassociates@yahoo.co.uk or info@autismassociatesnigeria.com Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 29, 2011 Name: Walk and Talk for Autism Location: 88/89, Dr Peter Odili Rd,Trans Amadi Rd,Port Harcourt,Rivers State, Nigeria Description:In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Blazing Heart Autism Centre will host a Walk and Talk for Autism. Blazing Heart Autism Centre is committed and dedicated to spreading autism awareness and caring for children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Phone: For more info,contact Beauty at +234-805-1624-291 Email: bkumesine@googlemail.com Website:www.blazingheartautism.org
Date of Event: April 14, 2011 Name: Autism Awareness Training for Doctors and Medical Personnel in Niger Delta Location: The Auditorium/Conference Room, University of Port Harcourt teaching Hospital, Rivers State, Nigeria Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Defeat Autism In Nigeria Project, The OLG Health Foundation & Autism Centre in collaboration with The Department of Pediatrics, UPTH; sponsored by the United States African Development Foundation and facilitated by Diamond Development Initiatives are pleased to announce the holding of an awareness training session for Doctors and Medical Personnel in the Niger Delta. There is no charge for this event. Email: dorisizuwah@yahoo.com,chidi_izuwah@yahoo.co.uk Phone: Doris (234) 803 425 6471, (234) 803 056 4409 Website: www.olgautismnigeria.org.ng
Date of Event: April
29, 2011 Name: Autism Awareness Training for
Schools, Teachers, Parents, Caregivers in Niger Delta
Location: Little
Teddies Nursery & Primary School, 2, Rumuogba Street, adjacent to Catholic
Institute of West Africa (CIWA). Artillery, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria
Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, Defeat Autism In
Nigeria Project, The OLG Health Foundation & Autism Centre in collaboration
with The Department of Pediatrics, UPTH; sponsored by the United States African
Development Foundation and facilitated by Diamond Development Initiatives are
pleased to announce the holding of an awareness training session for Schools,
Teachers, Parents, Caregivers in the Niger Delta. There is no charge for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name:World Autism Walk Location: Paque Omar Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Foundation Soy Capaz ("I Am Able Foundation") will hold its fourth annual World Autism Walk on April 2nd beginning at 8:00 am. Panama's First Lady, Martha Martinelli, will once again be in attendance at the walk this year. Website: http://www.fundacionsoycapaz.org
PORTUGAL
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: "Detection, Diagnose and Early Intervention in Autism" Conference Location: Braga City Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, AIA (a Portugese association that supports people with autism located in the North of Portugal in Braga City) has organized a conference entitled "Detection, Diagnose and Early Intervention in Autism" (“ Detecção, Diagnóstico e Intervenção Precoce no Autismo”) in Museu D. Diogo de Sousa on April 2 from 10 am -12 pm. Email: eventos@aia.org.pt Phone: +351-936859219 Website: www.aia.org.pt Click here to view a flyer for this event; Click here to view a schedule for this event.
Date of Event: April 1, 2011 Name: Fundraising Dinner Location: Coimbra Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Associação para as Perturbações do Desenvolvimento e Autismo de Coimbra (APPDA Coimbra) will hold a fundraising dinner. Website: www.appdacoimbra.com.sapo.pt Email: appdacoimbra@gmail.com Phone: + 351 – 239822004
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Cristo Rei Sculpture will Light It Up Blue Location: Lisbon Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, the Cristo Rei statue in Lisbon will be lit with blue light on April 2nd.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: “Play Ball” with Dragon Force Location: Porto Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, APEE Autismo in partnership with Dragon Force College Football (Futebol Clube do Porto) will hold a football event in their facilities on Constitution Street. This event will include young people who attend the college, their families and children and young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Register to “play ball” with Dragon Force using the contact information below. Website: http://apee-autismo.blogspot.com/ Email: apeeautismo@gmail.com
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Associação Vencer Autismo Fundraising Dinner Location: Porto Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, Associação Vencer Autismo will hold a fundraising dinner on April 2nd to benefit Cupertino de Miranda Foundation. Email: vencerautismo@gmail.com Phone: +351 - 914279669 Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: ClérigosTower will Light It Up Blue Location: Porto Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the ClérigosTower will be illuminated in blue light.
Date of Event: April 1-3, 2011 Name: Associação de Amigos do Autismo WAAD Events Location: Viana do Castelo Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, the organization Associação de Amigos do Autismo (AMA) has planned the following events:
- April 1st: AMA will open its doors to the community for a Volunteer Day.
- April 2nd: AMA, in collaboration with the city of Viana do Castelo, Social Security District of Viana do Castelo and the Civil Government of Viana do Castelo, will hold an autism related conference at the Viana do Castelo Library in the Municipal Auditorium. Inflatable and extreme activities for children and youth with autism will be available in the marina park (outside the Library).Also planned for this day is an exhibition called “A Look Into Autism” (showcasing the artwork of people on the autism spectrum).
- April 3rd: Friends of the Mountain have organized an autism walk: “Move For Who You Love.” The walk takes place in Barcelos. Registration for this event will begin at 9 am. Website: http://ama-autismo.pt Email: ama-autismo@sapo.pt Phone: +351 - 258 843 900
ROMANIA Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011 Name: National Conference on “Therapy and Intervention in Autism” Location: TituMaiorescuUniversity, Bucharest, Romania Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Association for Therapeutic Intervention in Autism, The National Association of Children and Adults with Autism, and Houston
NPA have organized a national conference called “Therapy and Intervention in Autism.” The conference marks a significant collaboration between specialists involved in autism management and the families of the autistic persons with the associations that fight for the rights of the autistic persons. The conference will address information to specialists and care-givers of persons on the autism spectrum on the early diagnosis, evolution, therapy and caring standards of autistic persons. The events on Friday April 1st will be dedicated to specialist training and workshops. Saturday April 2nd will focus on families with autistic members, the general public, and media interested in the matter of autism spectrum disorders. Website: www.conferintaautism.ro Email: simona.oprea@houston.ro Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2011 Name: Foundation “Pentru Voi” Location: Timisoara, Romania Description: On 2nd of April, „Pentru Voi” lights Timisoara up blue, through a range of events meant to raise autism awareness, organized as part of the global campaign Light it up blue.
- 27 March - 30 April: we created an event on Facebook and asked people to join the international action by doing something in blue, taking a photo of it and posting it on our Facebook page.
- April 1st: “Pentru Voi” staff will wear blue clothing at work to show their solidarity towards persons with ASD.
- April 2nd:
- The National Opera from Timisoara will turn its lights blue for one hour
- People dressed up in blue will be able to join the Autism Walk
- 150 blue balloons will be released into the air
- 500 flyers and posters will be distributed
- Face-painting and street painting workshops
- Furthermore, as a joint action with other NGO’s from Romania, we asked the Parliament to turn its lights blue on 2nd April
- During April:
- We will post on Facebook and Twitter fact and news about ASD
- We will wear on Facebook a PicBadge with the LIUB light bulb Website: http://pentruvoi.ro Email: pentruvoi@pentruvoi.ro Phone: +40 356 421 215(6)
SINGAPORE
Name: World Autism Awareness Week Singapore 2011 Location: PathlightSchool, RainbowCentreYishunParkSchool, Saint Andrew’s AutismSchool Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Singapore will mark its first World Autism Awareness Day by staging World Autism Awareness Week Singapore 2011. The event is initiated by the medical students of the Benjamin Sheares College of the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School in Singapore, and organized in collaboration with the Rainbow Centre, Pathlight School and Saint Andrew Autism School. The event, spanning 5 days, will begin with an art exhibition at the PathlightSchool from April 1st to 5th. The exhibition will showcase the artistic talents from the school. On April 2nd, World Autism Awareness Day will be celebrated with the event “A Continuum of CARE: Celebrating Autism, Reaching Excellence”. This event will be held at the RainbowCentreYishunParkSchool and will feature workshops will address key issues of interest to parents, games, performances, and an art exhibition by the students of Rainbow Centre. Concurrently, an Open House Community Tea will be held at Saint Andrew’s AutismSchool. Website: http://web.me.com/bjchua/Sheares_College_Main_Site/Autism_Day.html (for event at RC Yishun Park School) Email: wadsingapore@gmail.com Click here to see the art exhibiton flyer; Click here to see the invitation to the movie screening.
SOUTH AFRICA
Date of Event: March 26, 2011 Name: Unite and Walk for Autism Location:ZooLake, Johannesburg, South Africa Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism South Africa will hold the event “Action for Autism Now: Unite and Walk for Autism” at ZooLake in Johannesburg. All are invited to join ASA in raising awareness for Autism Spectrum Disorders. Cost is free for persons with autism, R100 with a t-shirt, R50 to Walk for Autism. Email:info@autismsouthafrica.org Phone: + 27 (0) 11 484 9909 Website:www.autismsouthafrica.org Click here to view a flyer for this event
SPAIN
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: 5K Walk/Run Hosted by Rota Spain's Special Children Support Group
Location: Naval Station Rota's Base Housing - Swimming Pool Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Rota Spain's Special Children Support Group will host a 5K Run/Walk at 9:00 am on Saturday April 2, 2011. Email: RotaSSC@gmail.com Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 1, 2011 Name: El Palacio de la Musica de Valencia will Light It Up Blue Location: Valencia Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, ASPAU (Asociación Proyecto Autista) will illuminate the Palacio de la Musica de Valencia in blue light for a second year in a row in support of Autism Speaks' global campaign "Light It Up Blue." Email: socios@proyectoautista.org Website: http://aspau.blogspot.com/2011/03/el-palau-de-la-musica-volvera.html
SWEDEN
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Världsautismdagen, "Creative Art & Autism" Event Location: Bonnierhuset, Torsgatan 21, Stockholm Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism & Asperger Foreignen will hold Världsautismdagen, an event that focuses on "Creative art and autism." This event will feature an art exhibition that includes art made by persons with autism and Aspergers syndrome and two lecturers who will speak about the famous pianist Glenn Gould and the poet and Nobel prize winner Nelly Sachs. Website: www.autism.se/stockholm Email: foreningen.autism@swipnet.se Click hereto view a flyer for this event.
UNITED KINGDOM
Date: April 9, 2011 Name: World Autism Awareness Day/ Mother’s Day Dinner Dance
Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, London Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, ACE Consultancy will hold a Black Tie Mother’s Day Dinner Dance on April 9th. 10% of ticket sales and all funds raised from this event will be donated to the National Autistic Society (NAS) - an organization that ACE consultancy is a member of - which supports thousands of people on the autism spectrum and their families by providing ongoing research, advice, residencies, schools and emotional support. Email: info@ace-consultancy.com Phone: 020 8694 1633 Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: North East Autism Society 200ft Abseil Event Location: The Vermont Hotel, Newcastle-upon-Tyne Description: In aid of World Autism Awareness Day, the North East Autism Society seeks daredevils to take part in their first abseil from the Vermont Hotel, Newcastle on Saturday April 2nd. The abseil will run from the top of the hotel, down 200 ft onto the quayside. The minimum age to take part in the abseil is 11 years old, with parental consent. To enter, participants must raise a minimum sponsorship of £75. Proceeds from the event will go to the North East Autism Society. Email: lisa.marshall@ne-as.org.uk Phone: (0044) 0191 5154656 Website: www.ne-as.org.uk
View a flyer and information sheet for this event.
Date of Event: April 5, 2011 Name: NORSACA Information and Open Day Location: Bestwood Village, Nottingham Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Nottingham Regional Society for Adults and Children with Autism (NORSACA) will hold an Information and Open Day. This free event will feature presentations by special guests as well as display stands with information so visitors can learn about NORSACA's services and those of other specially selected organisations. To reserve a spot at this event see the contact information below. Contact: Sophie Kear Phone: 0115 976 1805 Email: sophiek@norsaca.org.uk Website: www.norsaca.org.uk
Date of Event: March 29- April 10, 2011 Name: The Wessex Autistic Society Celebrates WAAD Location: Events throughout Dorset, Hampshire, Somerset and Wiltshire Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, The Wessex Autistic Society (TWAS) has planned a number of events:
- March 29th: A line-up of unusual suspects will be locked up and sentenced to raise funds and awareness in our first ever Jail Bail. Three local personalities are being sent to jail only to be released once they have raised enough ‘bail money,’ so the public decides whether to let them out or to keep them locked up! Flyers for this event can be viewed here: Flyer 1, Flyer 2, Flyer 3;
- April 1st: Portfield’s Got Talent’ pupils at our special charity school will be on a mission to celebrate their own unique skills and talents – from animation and artwork to singing and spinning!;
- April 2nd: Staff from our West Dorset adult residences will be hosting a coffee morning at Henhayes Centre in Crewkerne to promote our adult services and volunteering opportunities;
- April 10th: Parley Bun Runs 10K race and 2K fun-run encourages fun runners across the SouthCoast to join in and run for WAAD, raising funds and awareness for autism within our local region. Each runner receives a medal, hot cross bun, Easter egg & water for their egg-cellent efforts!
Website: http://www.twas.org.uk/
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Date of Event: March 2 - May 2, 2011 Name: Support Autism Awareness - One Download at a Time Location: www.goodyheart.com Description: In honor of World Autism Awareness Day, from March 2nd -May 2nd, 2011 Goody Heart Productions will hold a song-download fundraising campaign of "You Inspire My Whole World," a song dedicated to children with special needs. Goody Heart will donate 100% of the net proceeds from downloads of "You Inspire My Whole World," to Autism Speaks. To watch a musical slidehow of "You Inspire My Whole World" visit www.goodyheart.com. Website: www.goodyheart.com Email: music@goodyheart.com
Date of Event: April 2, 2011
Name: 2nd Annual Bingo For Autism Education 2011
Location: 1940 Mulberry Street, Chico, California
Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Rhonda Zisle and Western Miracles Foundation will hold the 2nd Annual Bingo For Autism Education on Saturday April 2ndat 11 am. All funds raised will benefit CUSD students on the autism spectrum.
Email: bingoforautismchico@yahoo.com Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: March 31, 2011 Name: Generation Rescue's Hollywood Masquerade Ball Location: Hollywood, California Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Generation Rescue will host its First Annual Hollywood Masquerae Ball. All proceeds will benefit Generation Rescue, Jenny McCarthy's organization whihc is dedicated to recovery for children with autism spectrum disorders by providing guidance and support for medical treatment to directly improve a child's quality of life for all families in need. Contact: Cindy, Special Events Manager Email: hollywoodmasqueradeball@gmail.com Website: www.generationrescue.org Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Communication Unbound "Un-Silence Autism" Event Location: Bluebird Art House, Whittier, California Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Family Resources & Education Exchange invites the community to attend "Communication Unbound 'Unsilence Autism'" at the Bluebird Art House in Uptown Whittier. This free event includes a gallery showcase of a variety of artistic media from individuals with autism and other special needs, musical performances, local foods and a raffle. Email: family.resouce@earthlink.net Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Pieces of Hope: A Conference for anyone affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders is Mississippi Location: Highland Colony Baptist Church, Ridgeland, Missouri Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Pieces of Hope 'Help and Options for Parents and Educators' will host an opportunity for parents, educators, and the medical community to hear from two national keynote speakers and several Mississippi presenters on nutrition, technology, advocacy, and communication methods for individuals with autism spectrum disorders. Presenters willinclude author and parent Chantal Sicile-Kira, Dr. Julie Buckley, MD, educator Toby Price, dietician Laurie Brasher, disability advocate Pam Dollar, and director of MSCoalition for Citizens with Disabilities Mary Troupe. Email:leahnaams@gmail.com Website:www.naamississippi.org Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Fourth Annual South Florida Surfers for Autism Location: Deerfield Beach Municipal Pier, North Side
200 NE 21st Ave., Deerfield Beach, Florida Time: 9:00am-4:00pm Description: On April 2, 2011, Surfers For Autism returns to Deerfield Beach to kick-off the 2011 surfing season on World Autism Awareness Day. Children on the autism spectrum and their families are invited to spend the day being pushed into waves by expert instructors, and with no fear of mocking or awkward stares, families can let their guard down and enjoy the moment for a change. SFA events are free for participating families and also serve as fundraisers, and the money is used to support autism research and advocacy. To register a surfer, please send an email to surfersforautism2011@live.com with the subject: South Florida Registration; and please describe your surfer. If you'd like to volunteer, please email sfavolunteer@live.com with the subject: South Florida Volunteer. Autism Speaks would like to particularly thank Surfers for Autism for their continued support. Email: dsrman747@gmail.com Phone: 561-315-0407 Website: www.surfersforautism.org
To view the press release for this event, please click here.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Art for Autism Location: RedBar Gallery, 52 SW 10th St, Miami, Florida 33130 Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Miami Achievement Center, Inc., a non-proft school and resource center for children with ASD and their families, will host “Art, Atmosphere & Awareness,” a fundraiser for the Miami-based organization. The event will take place at RedBar Gallery in Brickell from 7-10 pm. Website: www.miamiachievement.com
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Strides for Clinton County Autism Trivia Night Location: Imperial Lanes – 1823 S. Washington Blvd., Camanche, Iowa 52730 Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Strides for Clinton County Autism is hosting several events in an attempt to raise awareness and funds to be used in the treatment and teaching of children with Autism. All funds raised by Strides for Clinton County Autism are used locally, within Clinton County. Trivia Night is the first of many events and will include a trivia contest and raffles. Six-person teams will be allowed to register in advance, or on the evening of the event. Cost is $60 per team and is due at registration. Trivia starts at 7 p.m., registration at 6:30 p.m. Contact: Lori Bigwood Email: strides4cca@yahoo.com Phone: (563) 503-1809 Website:www.strides4cca.com
Date of Event: April 1 & 2, 2011
Name: "Sing for the Silent: A Musical Revue" Benefit
Location: Peoria Players Theater in Peoria, Illinois Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, on April 1st and 2nd LoudMommy, a non-profit Autism support organization, will hold "Sing for the Silent: A Musical Review" to be held at Peoria Players Theater in Peoria, IL. The event will be a night of fun and entertainment as local talent brings Broadway hits to life, complete with a raffle, silent auction and desserts at intermission. All proceeds will go towards purchasing iPads with communication applications for needy families. Tickets are available online or at the door. For more information, visit: http://loudmommy.com/review/.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Autism Society-The Heartland & AMC Theatres Film Showing of "Wretches and Jabberers" Location: AMC Studio 30 in Olathe, Kansas Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Autism Society-The Heatland will partner with AMC Theatres
in showing the film "Wretches and Jabberers," a narrative that follows two men with autism. 300 free tickets are available for give away to providers, teachers, family and friends. Tickets are also available for purchase online at http://www.amctheatres.com/wretchesandjabberers/. AMC plans to show "Wretches and Jaberers" at 40 theatres nationwide to promote autism awareness during the month of April.
Email: info@asaheartland.org
Website: www.asaheartland.org Click here to view a press release for this event.
Date of Event: April 1, 2011 Name: Maine Autism Alliance “Flags in the Park” Location: State House - Capitol Park, Augusta, Maine Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Maine Autism Alliance have organized “Flags in the Park,” which will display flag for each child in Maine on the autism spectrum. Website: www.maineautism.org
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Fourth Annual Edge of Autism Festival for families in central Pennsylvania Location: Schreiber Pediatric Rehabilitation Center, Lancaster, Pennsylvania Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, The Tommy Foundation will hold it's fourth annual walk for Autism Awareness Month. This year the Tommy Foundation has partnered with Lancaster County Autism Mommies (LCAM) to have the Edge of Autism Walk on World Autism Awareness Day followed by a picnic at Schreiber Pediatric Rehabilitation Center which will feature games, activities and even an indoor swimming pool. Email: Sugey@tommyland.org Phone: (717) 283-7920 Website: www.edgeofautism.com; Facebook Event Page - http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=186929691339011 Click here to view a press release for this event.
Date of Event: April 1-3, 2011 Name: Wrightsville Beach World Autism Awareness Weekend Location: Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, Surfers Healing North Carolina will host an autism awareness weekend on Wrightsville Beach. On Saturday, World Autism Day, families are invited to experience a day of hands-on kids' activities, networking, and resource sharing at Wrightsville Beach Park presented by Surfers Healing. On Sunday, families are invited to relax and enjoy beach games, lawn games, kayak instruction, and boat rides at the host hotel, the Blockade Runner Beach Resort. A mid-day seaside cookout will be available on Sunday, overlooking the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. All activities at the park and games on Saturday and Sunday are free. Contact: John Pike, North Carolina Surfers Healing Camp Director Phone: (910) 202-3312
Email: john@surfershealing.org Website: http://www.surfershealing.org/ Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 8, 2011, 7:00 p.m. Name: Autism Awareness Night with the Memphis Grizzlies Location: FedEx Forum Memphis, Tennessee Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Memphis Grizzlies will host Autism Awareness Night with the Memphis Grizzlies to benefit the local Walk Now for Autism Speaks Memphis Event. A generous portion of the ticket sales will go to the local event. Tickets start at $15 & up. Purchase of tickets via this email tennessee@autismspeaks.org or instructions on attached flyer (below) will enable you to be registered in a drawing for a gift package of 4 courtside seats, parking pass, entry to the Lexus Lounge, 4 Grizzlies t shirt, 4 Grizzlies hats and misc items! Phone: (615) 238-1625 Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: Fifth Autism Awareness Family Celebration Day Location: Dallas Museum of Art, Texas Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, the Dallas Museum of Art will hold their 5th Autism Awareness Family Celebration Day on April 2 from 9:00 am- 11:00 am. The DMA opens the museum to children with autism and their families prior to the museum opening for the families to explore and participate in the Center for Creative Connections! This allows children with autism and their families opportunities to experience art and activities. Jaap van Zweden, conductor of the Dallas Symphony Orchestra, will be there will members of his orchestra, along with two of DFW's Music Therapists. Art making activities will revolve around music as well. Parents must sign up to attend ahead of time by contacting ablake@DallasMuseumofArt.org. Email: ablake@DallasMuseumofArt.org Website: http://dallasmuseumofart.org/
Date of Event: April 3, 2011 Name: 3rd Annual Hoa Aloha Autism Awareness Bowling Event Location: New Berlin Bowl, 16000 W. Cleveland Ave., Wisconsin Description: In celebration of World Autism Awareness Day, Good Friend, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating autism awareness, teaching acceptance of differences, and fostering empathy for children with autism spectrum disorders among their typically-developing peers will host its third annual, family friendly “Hoa Aloha Autism Awareness Bowling Event.” For a team registration form, contact Denise (below). Email:denise@goodfriendinc.com Phone: (262) 391-1369 Website:www.goodfriendinc.com Click here to view a press release for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011, 7:30pm Name: Autism Speaks Night with the Milwaukee Bucks Location: Bradley Center, Milwaukee, Wisconsin Description: On World Autism Awareness Day, the Milwaukee Bucks will donate $5 of each ticket to Autism Speaks. Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to catch a Bucks game and increase autism awareness! Ticket Prices are as follows: Lower Level $52 seats for $36, Upper Level $24 seats for $16
Email : trasberry@bucks.com Phone: 414-227-0835 Click here to view a flyer for this event.
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: 30 Jumps in One Day for Autism Speaks Location: Ogden Skydiving Center, Ogden, Utah, USA
Description: Scott Stewart will be celebrating 30 years of skydiving by making 30 skydives in one day. This is a fundraising event with proceeds going to Autism Speaks. Many sponsors have contributed prizes for a raffle to be held at the airport. It should be a full day of fun in support of World Autism Awareness Day. Email: magicarpets@comcast.net Phone: 801-675-3931 Website: http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=131484436922147
VIETNAM
Date of Event: April 2, 2011 Name: "Act for Autism Now" Hanoi Walk For Autism #2 Location: My Dinh National Stadium Square, Le Duc Tho Street, Hanoi Description: In commemoration of World Autism Awareness Day, within the framework of the activities of ASEAN Autism Network (AAN) and to celebrate Vietnam’s Day for People with Disabilities, the Hanoi Club for Parents of Children with Autism will hold the Hanoi Walk for Autism #2- “Act for Autism Now!” All proceeds will be used to fund Club activities during the year. For this event's 2011 Walk Diary, visit: https://sites.google.com/site/dibovitretuky/. Email:clbtukyhanoi@yahoo.com Website:www.tretuky.com Click here to view a flyer for this event.
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