ACTIVITY BOX:  COOKING AROUND THE WORLD
Deadline to Order:  August 22, 2021

Wonder what is in our Activity boxes? See for yourself......LISA MADE US A VIDEO!

Our next box "Cooking Around the World" teaches about foods and cultures of China, India, Italy, Mexico, and the United States. The box includes fun facts, games, and crafts related to cooking along with simple recipes for your family to make together.

$25/Box (includes shipping)

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SUPPORTING FOUNDATIONS: 

RIDE THE RAILS WITH ASGA LIMITED SPACE!! 
Sunday, August 22  |  12 - 4 PM  | $25 Per Family
Ride the rails with Ohio Live Steamers at the Lester Rail Trail in Medina! Have lunch and make train related crafts too!  REGISTER HERE

Here is what one of our past attendees had to say:

"The Snell family had a really nice time! It was well done and the group in attendance was small which is always great. Pre-made and ready snacks and food worked out perfectly. The train station, train rides, and the whole set up was really neat! I had no idea the organization even existed! Very very cool!  Thank you again!" -K Snell

TAKING AN ACTIVE ROLE IN YOUR CHILD’S IEP -- WEBINAR
Monday, August 23  |  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm  |  Zoom
Understanding the essential parts of your child’s IEP and making sure it properly addresses their needs can be instrumental in insuring your child is getting the appropriate education. Join us to hear Attorney Clinton Householder from Community Legal Aid discuss how to take an active role as a member of your child’s IEP Team. LEARN MORE

ENSURING A GREAT START TO KINDERGARTEN FOR KIDS WITH ASD -- WEBINAR
Wednesday, August 25  |  7:00 pm - 8:00 pm  |  Zoom
Transitioning into kindergarten for a child with autism can be difficult! Hear Maggie Oliver, Intervention Specialist and Author discuss the crucial components to making that switch successful. LEARN MORE

Ways to help our fifth annual Double Down fundraiser: 

• Donate a silent auction item! If you own a business, are a direct sales representative, or just have an item or experience that you would like to donate, it will help us get closer to our goal! 
• Join the planning committee or sign up to volunteer at the event.
• Join us on October 9 for dinner, gaming, and lots of winning opportunities!

If you are interested in learning more, contact Leslie Bloom.

STEP INTO AUTISM 2022

Next year we are returning to our in-person walk! Save the date Saturday, June 22!

We are looking for volunteers to help us plan for the 2022 Walk and would love to have you! Email Leslie Bloom for more information.

INCLUSION DAY SOAP BOX DERBY - GPD welcomes all abilities Saturday August 7, 2021, 11 AM at Derby Downs for a day of fun and derby racing. Tickets are $5 a person.

WAIVER WEBINAR - The Arc of Ohio, will explore Ohio's Developmental Disability Waiver system Aug 12, 2021 at 6 PM.

FREE FAMILY SIGN CLASS - Greenleaf Family Center’s Community Services for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing presents 8 classes that will take place on Zoom every Tuesday starting August 17th and concluding October 5th.

AUTISM WEBINARS - Over the next year, the Interagency Work Group on Autism (IWGA) is inviting Ohioans to join us for a series of conversations about autism. The next webinar is "Community Living: Where and how someone lives" discussing housing and living options, community access, transportation, home adaptations, and modifications on September 17 at 9 AM.

About the Autism Society of Greater Akron

The Autism Society of Greater Akron (ASGA) is one of more than 80 affiliates nationwide that are part of the Autism Society of America, the nation’s largest and oldest grassroots autism organization. ASGA serves Summit, Stark, Wayne, Portage, and Medina counties. ASGA works locally to achieve its mission to improve the lives of all affected by autism.

ASGA is also a proud member of the Ohio Family Network (OFN), connecting people with disabilities and their families to local information and resources within their communities. We believe OFN provides opportunities to share ideas, find solutions to common challenges and inspire and strengthen each other