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We are very grateful for Central East Region Flexible Respite Dollars from the Ministry of Children and Youth Services and Kerry's Place Autism Services. These funds allowed us to provide activities for many families in Simcoe County during March Break 2009.

A day of education and inspiration!

Autism Ontario Simcoe County Chapter is thrilled to bring you 3 inspirational speakers on June 24, 2010

Georgian College, Gym, Barrie

2-3pm Shirley Sutton

Shirley Sutton has worked with children and teens with special needs for over 25 years and is a well known presenter. She has a private practice in Collingwood and co-authored the book Building Bridges through Sensory Integration.

3-5pm Dr. Peter Szatmari

Dr. Szatmari has worked in the field of autism for more than 25 years. He has published more than 200 articles and presentations on autism and is the author of the book A Mind Apart - Understanding Autism and Aspergers Syndrome.

7-9pm Dr. Temple Grandin

We are thrilled to be bringing Temple Grandin to Simcoe County. Recently, an HBO movie starring Clare Danes told Temple Grandin's story. We will hear from Temple herself. Dr. Grandin is currently a professor at Colorado University and lectures to parents and educators throughout North America on her experiences with autism.

Tickets are only $25 for this event. When you purchase a ticket, you can see any and/or all of the speakers on June 24th. To purchase tickets, please email Chantal at simcoe@autismontario.com or call 705-252-7429.

Poster available here

March Break Madness 2010!

Where: various venues in Simcoe County

When: Sunday March 14th to Saturday March 20th

Cost: most events are FREE for members, only $15.00 per event for non-members

Please register by March 4th with Chantal at simcoe@autismontario.com or 705-252-7429

Details:

Event #1 Sunday March 14th Movie morning, Bayfield Cinemas, Barrie

Exclusive private screening of TWO of the movies playing during March Break. One movie will be rated Family while the other will be geared to Teens.

Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members are FREE!

Non-Members pay $15.00 per family.

The screening will take place PRIOR to the theatre opening at noon.

Please arrive at 8:45 am for ticket distribution as movies will start promptly at 9:00 am!

Event #2, Monday, March 15, 2010

Snow Tubing! Snow Valley, 2632 Vespra Rd, Midhurst

Time: 9:00 am to 11:00 am. Please arrive at 8:45 for ticket distribution! Please note: The runs will be used by the general public starting at 9:00 am as well! Typically the mornings are much less busy.

Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members pay $5.00 per person!

Non-Members pay $10.00 per person.

Event #3, Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Vertical Zone Trampoline Centre!

431 Bayview Drive, Barrie

Please choose 1 time only!

Children 12 and under: 10:00 to 11:00; or 11:00 to 12:00; or 12:00 to 1:00

Teen Time: 1:00 to 2:00 (reserved for teens)

Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members are FREE!

Non-Members pay $15.00 per family.

Event #4, Wednesday, March 17, 2010

Puppet Show!

The Barrie Public Library, 60 Worsley Street, Barrie

Exclusive viewing of puppet show for Autism Ontario Members and Guests.

Restricted to 60 people maximum!!!

Event is FREE for Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members and Non-Members!

Time: Please arrive at 11:15 am as puppet show starts promptly at 11:30 am.

Event #5, Friday, March 19, 2010

Swimming!

The YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Rd, Midland

Exclusive swimming for Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members and Guest from

12:00 pm to 2:00 pm.

Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members are FREE!

Non-Members pay $15.00 per family.

Important notice:

Members and Guests with children 6 years old and under need to assure that for every two children, one adult is supervising. Ratio 1 adult for every 2 kids (6 and under)

Event #6, Saturday, March 20, 2010

Active Play!

Bulldog Interactive Fitness Centre, 11 King Street Unit 1 and 2, Barrie

Exclusive active play for Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members and Guest from

10:00 am to 12:00 pm.

Autism Ontario Simcoe County Members are FREE!

Non-Members pay $15.00 per family.

**Please ensure to provide names of all participants, ages of all children, and identify all individuals that fall under the spectrum for each event for reporting and proper registration purposes!

March Break registration form

February 21st, Trampolining

Time: 11-12; 12-1; 1-2 (children under 12) and 2-3 (for teens)

What: Sign up for one of the available times to enjoy trampolining at Vertical Zone Trampolining, 431 Bayview Dr, Barrie

Cost: FREE for members and $15.00 for non- members

February 28th, Bowling

When: February 28th, 12-1 (children under 12); 1-2 (12 and older)

What: Bowling at Rainbow Lanes, 285 Memorial Ave, Orillia

Cost: Free for members of Autism Ontario and only $15 per family for non-members.

Please register with Chantal at simcoe@autismontario.com or 705-252-7429."

Please provide us with the following information:

Names of all participants; ages of children attending event; specify children that fall under the ASD umbrella and whether you are a member or non-member.

This information is for reporting purposes for the Ontario Trillium Foundation.

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We thank Jonathon Howard and Terry Robinson for their visit to Barrie on Saturday, August 2 and visiting our Autism Ontario Simcoe County Chapter booth at Kempenfest. Click on the "Run The Dream" logo below to get updates on Jonathon's X-Canada run for autism awareness:

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AO at Kempenfest

Thanks to everyone that attended the Second Annual Summer Picnic! It was a resounding success, and everyone had a blast!