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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes to the Okanagan Science Centre (Vernon)
DESCRIPTION:Join AutismBC at the Okanagan Science Centre for a fun and FREE pizza party to start spring break. We’ll have other goodies and even a fun activity with an item you can take home! \nWhat: A sensory-friendly visit to the Okanagan Science Centre and a FREE pizza party \nWhen: Friday\, March 14th\, 2025 @ 6:00pm – 8:00pm PST  \nWho: This event is open to all Interior AutismBC members. \nWhere: Okanagan Science Centre\,  2704 Hwy 6\, Vernon\, BC V1T 5G5  \nEvent details:  \n\nDuring this event\, the centre is closed to the public. Lighting will be dimmed\, and music and other noises will be kept to a low volume. You can explore the centre and its exhibits at your leisure. Take part in the activity\, have pizza\, and explore—in whatever order you want!\nThere are many things to see\, from the paleontology and animal rooms to geology\, space\, and chemistry areas! There is something for everyone\, no matter your interest in science.\nThe entire first floor is wheelchair accessible; however\, because of the building’s age\, the second floor is not\, as there is no elevator. The activity will be in an accessible space\, and we will accommodate members as best we can. \nThey offer sensory backpacks and noise-cancelling earmuffs*\, which are available for loan on a first-come\, first-served basis at the front desk. Each sensory backpack contains items for self-regulation\, tactile input\, and various attention-focusing tools. All items within the sensory backpack must be returned at the end of your visit. *Additional charges for sensory backpacks returned with damaged or missing items may be applied. \nAll accessibility info can be found here.  \n\nRegistration details:  \n\nWe have 50 spots available on a first-come\, first-served basis. Registration is required for all attendees. A waitlist will be maintained for any spots that open due to cancellations.\nTo ensure fairness and equity\, we encourage the registration of one caregiver per family and a limit of four household members per registration\, as space is limited to 50 spots total for caregivers and their children.\nRegistration opens on Monday\, February 24\, at noon.\n \n\n\n  \n \n  \nDon’t have an AutismBC membership yet? Sign up to join our community today and enjoy exclusive benefits.   \nHave questions? Please contact us. \n  \nAbout AutismBC Goes: \nAt AutismBC Goes events\, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging\, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. By organizing engaging outings and activities\, we offer opportunities for autistic individuals and their families to connect\, have fun\, and learn in a supportive environment. 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-to-the-okanagan-science-centre-vernon/
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes: Bead a Bookmark
DESCRIPTION:Make bookmarks using beads and metal to celebrate Neurodiversity Week in Smithers! Like a bookmark in a favourite book\, this free AutismBC Goes workshop for 20 participants provides space to pause\, reflect\, and celebrate your ever-unfolding\, one-of-a-kind story. \nIn Smithers\, a few local organizations dedicated to championing accessibility\, diversity\, and inclusion have organized a series of engaging activities during Neurodiversity Week from March 17th to March 23rd\, 2025. \nThis is AutismBC’s second year partnering with Brainbow Accessories to deliver programming during this week. Founded in 2023\, BRAINBOW Accessories is a small family business in Smithers with a simple yet powerful purpose: to infuse conversations about neurodiversity and mental health with colour\, light\, and levity. \nWhat:  \n\nThis event is in partnership with BRAINBOW\, a small business providing neuroaffirming accessories.\nThe layout of the EdGE Learning Centre will provide a comfortable and accessible environment for participants.\nBefore you start crafting\, facilitators will provide quick introductions and go over the basic details of the activity. \nAll participants will have the option to create two (2) bookmarks\, one to keep for themselves and one to give as a gift. \nSharing your creations with the group at the end of the workshop is optional. \n\nWhen:  \n\nFriday\, Mar. 21\, 2025 from 11:00 AM-12:30 PM PST\nRegistered participants can drop in starting at 11:30 AM.\nWe encourage attendees to arrive early enough to allow sufficient time to complete the workshop activities before the session ends at 1:00 PM.\n\nWhere:  \n\nEdGE Learning Centre\, Ranger Park Building\, 3736 16th Ave.\, Smithers\nThe venue is an in-kind contribution from EdGE Learning Centre\, under the Bulkley Valley Collaborative Learning Society.\n\nWho:  \n\nThis event is open to Northern BC AutismBC members of all ages.\nParent/caregiver support is required for participants under 12.\n\nRegistration details:  \n**Space is limited to 20 participants and will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis.** \n \nRegistration closes on March 20 at noon. \nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community! \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? Sign up for a Membership; it’s free: Our Membership — AutismBC \nAbout Neurodiversity Celebration Week: \nIn 2018\, Neurodiversity Celebration Week was launched with a bold mission: to reshape the narrative surrounding neurodiversity and promote the appreciation and celebration of the unique talents found in neurodiverse individuals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout AutismBC Goes:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt AutismBC Goes events\, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging\, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. By organizing engaging outings and activities\, we offer opportunities for autistic individuals and their families to connect\, have fun\, and learn in a supportive environment.  \nQuestions? Please contact us.
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-bead-a-bookmark-smithers/
LOCATION:Edge Learning Centre\, 3736 - A 16th Ave\, Smithers\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Goes
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes: Board Games for Autism Acceptance Month (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Join AutismBC for an afternoon of fun\, food\, and festivities for Autism Acceptance Month. We will be set up at təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre with board games for all ages.   \nYou must be an AutismBC Member to be eligible to attend this event. Not yet a member? Sign up here: Join now.  \nWhat:  \n\nExamples of games available to play:  \n\nFamily Friendly Games: Guess Who\, Hungry Hungry Hippos\, Elefun\, Checkers \nCooperative Games: Exit\, Betrayal of the House On the Hill \nCasual Party Games: What the Meme?\, Timeline\, Clack\, Apples to Apples  \nGames library generously on loan from Parlour Interactive Studio \n\n\nTentative schedule: \n\n1:00 PM – Arrival: Check in with Anne \n1:30 – Settle in and choose game(s) \n2:00 – 3:15 – Play Game \n3:15 – 4:00 – Finish Up Game Play\, say goodbye \n\n\nCommunicable Disease Prevention Guidelines: \n\nThis is an in-person event\nAll attendees are required to adhere to our communicable disease prevention guidelines to ensure a safe environment for all\nMore information on these guidelines will be provided upon confirmation of registration\n\n\nIf you do not intend on coming\, please notify us after the event registration closure to ensure we can move waitlisted participants over \nWe have enough space to seat 75 people comfortably\n\nWhen:  \n\nSaturday\, Mar. 29\, 1-3:30 PM\n\nWhere: \n\ntəməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre\, 65 E Sixth Ave\, New Westminster\, BC V3L 4G6 (Google Map link)\n\nWho:  \n\nThis event is open to all AutismBC members in the Lower Mainland\n\nRegistration details:  \n\nFill out the form below to register \nRegistration closes Friday\, Mar. 21 at 12 noon PST \nNote: If you’ve registered but can no longer attend or are having issues with your login\, please let us know in an email to programs@autismbc.ca\n\n  \nWaitlist only.  \n  \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? Sign-up for a membership: Our Membership — AutismBC \nAbout Autism Acceptance Month: \nA disability rights activist named Paula C. Durbin-Westby started Autism Acceptance Day and Month formally in 2011 to create a positive annual event for the community that celebrates autistic differences. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout AutismBC Goes:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt AutismBC Goes events\, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging\, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. By organizing engaging outings and activities\, we offer opportunities for autistic individuals and their families to connect\, have fun\, and learn in a supportive environment.  \nLet’s Connect: \nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community! Not yet an AutismBC Member? Sign up for a membership.\nQuestions? Please contact us.
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/board-games-autism-acceptance-month/
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SUMMARY:AutismBC Goes to Young Engineers (Richmond) (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to ignite imaginations and spark creativity! \nAutismBC Goes: STEM Fun Workshop – Program Giveaway \nJoin us for a fun-filled 1-hour STEM workshop designed for Lower Mainland AutismBC Members with children in Kindergarten to Grade 7! As part of AutismBC Goes\, we’re giving away 8 spots per session for this exciting Young Engineers Richmond workshop. Winners will be selected at random and provided a registration code to book their session.  \nWorkshop Details \nLocation: Young Engineers Richmond\nUnit 220-11780 Hammersmith Way\, Richmond\, BC \nPhone: 604-655-5306 \nEmail: rmd@youngengineers.org  \n  \nPlease note: This is a giveaway draw; only winners will be contacted for participation in the event.  \nHow: Registration is required; please see essential details below.  \nEligibility: Open to Lower Mainland AutismBC Members with children in K – Grade 7  \nWhat: An open house tour of their inclusive social programs for the winners and their parents. Followed by guided building challenge engineering classes for the selected winners. \nDate: Saturday\, March 29\, 2025\, from 1-5 pm \n\nProgram Levels: Beginner\, Intermediate  \nSchedule & Age Groups  \n\nOPEN HOUSE: 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm; winners and their parents who want a tour and to meet the Young Engineers team!\n\nBricks Challenge (K – Grade 3) \n2:15 PM – 3:15 PM  \nGalileo Technic (Grade 4 – Grade 7) \n3:30 PM – 4:30 PM  \nRegistration Rules & Information\nA total of 16 winners will be selected\, with eight winners per class challenge program.\nThe draw opens on Thursday\, March 6\, at 10:00 AM\, and closes on Thursday\, March 20\, at noon.\nEach winner may register up to two (2) participants per membership ID. Multiple entries per membership are not permitted.\nIf selected and unable to attend\, winners must notify us immediately via email through our contact page to allow reallocation of the spot.\nWinners will receive a registration code via email after March 20 to confirm their participation. \n\nAdditional Information\nThis AutismBC Goes event provides children and youth an opportunity to explore an engineering-focused social group.\nThis is not a drop-off event—a parent or caregiver must remain on-site for the duration of the class.\nParticipants must register only for the appropriate age and grade level of their child.\nSnacks and refreshments will be available during the open house. We will make efforts to provide safe snack options.\nIf your child has a severe food allergy\, please inform us in advance. \n\nHow to Enter \nRegister for the giveaway to enter the draw. Winners will be randomly selected and notified via email with a registration code to confirm their spot. \nDon’t miss this exciting STEM learning opportunity! \n  \n\nBricks Challenge (K – Grade 3) \nStudents will explore key scientific principles through hands-on building and storytelling. Inspired by historical scientists and inventors such as Leonardo Da Vinci\, Sir Isaac Newton\, and Archimedes\, students will engage in activities that introduce them to fundamental physics concepts\, including:  \n\nCentrifugal and centripetal force \n\n\nForce of inertia \n\n\nKinetic and potential energy \n\n\nLaw of action-reaction \n\n\nLift force\, torque\, and leverage points \n\n\nLoad distribution and angular momentum \n\nStudents will also practice the mathematical skills necessary for scientific calculations related to their models.  \nRegistration Closed. \n  \n \nGalileo Technic (Grade 4 – Grade 7) \nDesigned for older students\, the Galileo Technic program provides an in-depth look at mechanical systems from an engineer’s perspective. Participants will work in teams to build complex machines\, exploring:  \n\nMechanical\, mathematical\, and physical aspects of engineering \n\n\nLogical problem-solving and teamwork in construction \n\n\nThe fundamental principles behind machinery design and function \n\nRegistration Closed. \n  \nParent Guidelines\nArrival: Drop off your child 5 minutes before the session start time to ensure a smooth check-in process.\nPick-Up: Parents should not remain in the classroom during the session but may arrive 10 minutes early for pick-up to view their child’s work.\nClassroom Equipment: All provided materials and equipment must remain on-site and cannot be taken home.\nPersonal Items: Children may bring a water bottle\, but food and snacks are not permitted in the classroom. \n  \nAbout Young Engineers:  \n \n  \nFounded in 2008\, Young Engineers operates Engineering after-school activities in over 50 countries\, Our mission is to prepare 4 to 15-year-old students for the changing demands of the 21st-century workforce. With over 30\,000 happy students globally\, Young Engineers has been recognized by the Harvard School of Education and the European Union Commission. At Young Engineers\, we believe in engaging our students’ education processes while developing the student’s learning skills. We understand that every child has a different technique for learning and retaining information; yet\, we have found out that making learning fun is the lowest common denominator for a successful education. We have meticulously generated hands-on curricula\, which combine education and entertainment\, creating our unique “edutainment” method. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout AutismBC Goes:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAt AutismBC Goes events\, we aim to foster a sense of community and belonging\, ensuring that cost is never a barrier to participation. By organizing engaging outings and activities\, we offer opportunities for autistic individuals and their families to connect\, have fun\, and learn in a supportive environment.  \n\nOur programs are designed to support\, empower\, and connect the autism community! \nNot yet an AutismBC Member? Sign-up for a Membership: Our Membership — AutismBC \n 
URL:https://www.autismbc.ca/events/autismbc-goes-to-young-engineers-richmond/
LOCATION:Young Engineers Richmond\, 11780 Hammersmith Way #220\, Richmond\, BC V7A 5E9
CATEGORIES:AutismBC Goes
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