Event sponsored by ASN. 11 June 2009 @ 3:32 pm.
FRIDAY MORNING BOWLING (FREE) - Join other autism families for free bowling at Sempecks Elkhorn Lanes. They have a “Kids Bowl Free” program that requires you to register online and print out your own coupons. They also have a family plan where up to 4 adults can bowl free with the kids every day for a one time charge of $23.95.
Sempeck’s does not reserve lanes during this Kids Bowl Free time but they did agree to set aside a few lanes for our group first thing in the morning so that we can bowl together. The lanes are first come, first served so plan to arrive early! The lanes open at 9am and the lanes are pretty active by 11am. There may be a few weeks over the summer where he already has field trips scheduled but he’ll let us know in advance. So we are planning this as a weekly outing for anyone interested in joining us.
WEDNESDAY MORNING PARK PLAYDATE - Join other autism families for some sunshine at a local park. We will be meeting at the Zorinsky Lake playground each Wednesday at 10am. The lake has several play areas but the one we meet at is off the entrance at 156th and F. You follow a long winding road and you won’t be able to miss the park area at the end of the loop. This is just a come as you are event. We don’t have any activities planned or refreshments. It is just a chance to take your child to the park when you know that there will be other families there who understand your difficulties. One parent commented that it is
nice to feel like we can run a “zone defense” knowing that the other families there have our backs.
Again, this is just a standing engagement. There is no need to RSVP. And if it is rainy (like it notoriously is when we schedule these events) just make your own determination. Come whenever you can.
FRIDAY June 19th - Family Evening at The Barn. The crew at The Barn have been planning some theme based events for our autism families. Their first event is an evening of Carnival Games. Come join the festivities starting at 6pm. There will be a $5 charge per child and will include hotdogs, chips and a drink. Questions can be directed to info@myplaybarn.com or 402-301-6829.
SATURDAY June 27th - Autism Friendly Bowling Event. Join us for an autism bowling event at Sempeck’s Elkhorn Lanes. Lanes are being set aside for our group from 9am -10am therefore the Kids Bowl Free coupons will not be eligible. Cost is $4 per person with shoes included. Please RSVP to Kris Perry at 289-2927 or krisperry@cox.net before June 21st to reserve a spot for your family.
Event sponsored by ASN, Events. 11 June 2009 @ 3:11 pm.
Don’t miss the ASN/Omaha support groups’ 3rd annual family picnic and pool party!
When: Saturday, July 11, 10am-12:30pm
Where: Maple Village Country Club Pool, 3645 Maplewood Blvd
Who: all families affected by autism
RSVP: to Carol at 571-5690 or salb6@cox.net by July 6th
Best of all — IT IS FREE!
We will grill hamburgers and hot dogs, have chips, fruit and drinks. GFCF options available or you can bring your own food.
This is a private pool, and the only restriction is NO GLASS. So… bring your floaties, your goggles, your pool toys and sunscreen. The pool is heated, so the pool will be nice!
If you can help with the food or would like to help us man (or woman) the grills, please let us know! Download a flyer here.
Resources. 11 June 2009 @ 3:02 pm.
Please see the attached flyer for more information about the AFN Summer camp opportunity at Lincoln’s YWCA. You can sign up for weekly sessions now through July 31st. Cost is $120 per week.
You can learn more here.
Event by other community organization, Events. 11 June 2009 @ 2:33 pm.
A FREE, sensory friendly, private showing of
“Monsters and Aliens”
WHEN: SATURDAY, JULY 11TH
TIME: 9:00 AM
WHERE: GRAND THEATER
1101 P St., Lincoln
FREE POPCORN AND POP
(You are welcome to bring your own snacks)
This Lincoln activity is sponsored by the Autism Family Network. Please RSVP to afnlincoln@aol.com
Resources. 10 June 2009 @ 10:13 pm.
Camp Possible is a faith-based camp open to children ages 8 - 15 with developmental disabilities. While at camp, children will participate in a variety of hands-on activities including crafts, a nature hike, swimming, games, music, dancing and storytelling.
Friday July 3rd 9am - 5pm
Cost is $20
Elden F Curtiss Youth Camp and Retreat Center
5455 S 245th Street
For more information please see the attached flyer here.
Event sponsored by ASN. 7 June 2009 @ 9:52 pm.
Check out a recent story in the Omaha World Herald about our Sensory Friendly Movies! You can read the story here.
ASA and AMC Entertainment have partnered up to create sensory friendly films in an attempt to accommodate families with special needs. This is not only for autism families but also for any families with special needs. The movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up, the sound turned down, and AMC’s “Silence is Golden®” policy will not be enforced. There will be no previews before the film so plan to arrive early as the movie will start at 10am! AMC is being very generous and letting our families bring in their own GFCF snacks. Regular concessions will also be available to purchase.
UP
SATURDAY JUNE 13th
10:00 am
Omaha’s AMC Oakview 24 Theater
3555 S 140th Plaza
$5 per person
Check out the movie trailer HERE.
Questions - contact Michaela Newman at 402-933-1216 or bnewms@cox.net
Event sponsored by ASN, Events, Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 1:45 pm.
YES! THE ASN OMAHA SUPPORT GROUP MEETINGS DO CONTINUE THROUGH THE SUMMER!!!
Come join us at Pump It Up - The Original Inflatable Party Zone - for a night of bouncing, jumping and climbing! This will be a private event for families with children on the autism spectrum.
WHO: All Autism Families
WHEN: The first Monday of every month
Next event is June 1, 2009
6:00pm - 8:00pm
WHERE: Pump It Up 960 S 72nd (72nd and Pacific)
COST: $5 per child ($10 maximum charge per family)
THIS EVENING CAN BE WHATEVER YOU WANT IT TO BE!
There are a variety of ways this evening can serve your family: Read the rest of this entry »
Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 1:27 pm.
Easterseals is announcing their brand new Autism Day Camp. If you aren’t sure about the overnight camp, now you can try out all of the fun in a day camp format. They offer fun filled days of swimming, canoeing, campfires, hiking, dancing, horseback riding, fishing, archery, and crafts. This is a new program they are creating and looks to be the beginning to what hopes to be an available option all summer next year!
Please see the attached brochure for more information.
Camp is located at Camp Eagle by Fremont. Easterseals is offering a tranportation option with pick up and drop of in the metro area. For more information contact Bridget Cannon-Hale at 800-650-9880 ext 1124. Scholarships are available.
Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 12:17 pm.
The ALLPLAY Miracle Baseball League (ML) for children, young adults, and adults with disabilities believes that “ Everyone deserves the chance to play baseball ”. The thrill of playing, the cheers from the stands, and the friendships they develop make the Miracle League Field an oasis away from their everyday battles. Miracle League parents tell stories of their children insisting on playing despite bouts with kidney stones, broken bones, and recent hospitalizations. Athlete’s disabilities may include: autism; cerebral palsy; spinal bifida; blindness; muscular dystrophy; dwarfism; multiple sclerosis; spinal-cord injury; down syndrome, amputations; and other physical and mental disabilities.
In ALLPLAY Miracle Baseball League:
- Every player bats once each inning
- All players are safe on the bases
- All players get team uniforms
- Every player scores a run before the inning is over (last one up gets a home run)
- Community children and volunteers serve as ‘buddies’ to assist the players
- Each team and each player wins every game
REGISTER NOW: Summer season begins May 30, 2009 Visit www.allplay.org for registration information.
Exclusively for children, young adults, and adults with disabilities
Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 12:02 pm.
In response to parent requests, The Barn has adjusted their weekly summer camp offerings to allow for daily campers. Parents have asked for a day-at-a-time option to ensure that the kids are able to attend other activities in the area. Now rather than your child missing a full week of their other ongoing activites (speech, OT, swimming lessons) you can sign them up for a day of camp on that specific days of the week where their calendar is less busy! You could sign them up for a Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday or a Tuesday one week and a Wednesday the next week or even every Friday during the summer. You do still have the option of signing up for a traditional (Monday-Friday) week of camp.
The Barn will do their best to accomodate your schedule but in order to ensure adequate supervision there are only a limited number of slots for campers each day. So get your registrations in ASAP to ensure availability!
Visit www.myplaybarn.com or call 402-301-6829 to get more information.
Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 11:37 am.
ASN recently learned about a special needs program at Camp Luther in Schuyler, Nebraska. His Kids Camp is geared to focus on and challenge each camper’s abilities in a safe, friendly environment. Every camper has one-on-one attention from a “buddy” who will be their friend, helper, and mentor - day and night.
Current camper diagnosis include Down’s Syndrome, Asperger’s Syndrome, Developmentally Delayed, Low IQ/Learning Disabilities, and Autism Spectrum.
Attached is a flyer sharing a schools discount. Email: hiskidscamp@campluther.org or call 402-981-5732 with any questions/concerns.
You can also visit their website at www.campluther.org or their blog at www.hiskidscamp.blogspot.com for more information.
Events, Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 10:50 am.
**Please note there has been a change in date!
Event was changed from May 22nd to July 31st**
Stones Worth Stepping will be hosting a visit with Dr. Mark McCarthy. Dr. McCarthy is visiting from Cambridge, Minnesota where he has his own practice. Cambridge Family Health provides comprehensive natural healthcare services, products, and information to the public.
Dr McCarthy will be giving a presentation on Friday, July 31, 2009 describing his clinical treatment approaches with children with cognitive and behavioral challenges. Appointments are still available for Saturday (August 1st) and Sunday (August 2nd) for a one on one consultation where he will provide a nutritional consultation to identify potential biochemical imbalances.
Please see the attached flyer for specific information or contact Emily at (402)391-2001.
Event by other community organization, Events. 21 May 2009 @ 10:36 am.
Easter Seals Nebraska is holding its annual Lake McConaughy Kasting for Kids fishing tournament June 5-7, 2009, and Tournament headquarters will be at the new Lake McConaughy Visitors Center.
No boat required, you can fish from shore or from your boat. In addition to fishing Lake McConaughy you can also fish Lake Ogallala. PRIZES INCLUDE!! Cash, Hunting Trips, Sporting Gear, Weekend Get-a-ways, Entertainment Packages and more.
REGISTRATION now OPEN!! www.kastingforkids.org or for more information on Easter Seals visit www.ne.easterseals.com or call 1-800-650-9880 ext. 1112
Tips, Tips: Resources to check out. 21 May 2009 @ 10:16 am.
The NE ASD Network has partnered with a number of networks including the Autism Society of America to develop a variety of web training modules on issues related to autism spectrum disorders. It is a wonderful training tool for new parents, teachers, para-educators or anyone who wants or needs to learn more about autism. Be sure and check it out here!
Best of all the modules are FREE! This is a great item to share with your support staff at school! They often can’t get away to attend trainings because of the cost and time away.
This is an awesome alternative!!!!
(For more tips please visit our Autism News section where everything is archived!)
Event by other community organization, Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 10:10 am.
Thursday, July 16th & Friday July 17th
Terri Couwenhoven, M.S., National Trainer & Author of Teaching Children with Down Syndrome about their Bodies, Boundaries, and Sexuality.
Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Dept
3140 “O” Street
Lincoln, Ne 68510
Registration available online at www.ppncb.org starting June 1st. Cost is free.
For more information contact LIsa Schulze at lisa.schulze@ppncb.org
Announcements, Resources. 21 May 2009 @ 10:05 am.
Every year, Nebraska Advocacy Services creates a set of objectives to guide its work. There are many people involved in creating the objectives, including the staff, the Advisory Councils, and the Board of Directors. The Advisory Councils and Board of Directors are made up of people with disabilities, family members, advocates, and people with an interest in disability rights. They rely on members of the public like you for your input on their activities, goals and emerging issues in the disability community.
Do you have concerns about…
developmental disability servcies
behavioral health services
special education
transportation, voting rights, or any other issue that affects people with disabilities
Please fill out a comment form on their website at www.nebraskaadvocacyservices.org
If you have any questions, please e-mail sharon@nas-pa.org , or call Sharon Ohmberger at 1-800-422-6691. Paper forms and alternate formats are also available upon request.
