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Spectrum Events: Connecting, Educating, and Celebrating Diversity
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Region 4
Events
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Gwinnett County Fairgrounds 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA, United States
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18th Annual Georgia Race for Autism and Fall Festival
Gwinnett County Fairgrounds 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA, United StatesThe Georgia Race for Autism is a USATF certified and Peachtree Road Race qualifying 5K.
There will also be a 1 Mile Fun Run, 100-yard Dash,
and Tot Trot on the same day.Fun for the whole family with a Fall Festival and plenty of vendor and resource tables.
Join us at the Gwinnett County Fairgrounds, 2405 Sugarloaf Pkwy, Lawrenceville, GA US 30045
Georgia Race for Autism supports Spectrum Autism Support Group in providing camps and clubs for those impacted by autism in our community.
For more information on Spectrum and all the programs they provide
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Extra Special Saturday Respite
Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United StatesYou deserve a break today! Enjoy a few hours to run errands, lunch with a friend, or take a nap!
FOCUS offers Extra Special Saturday Respite (ESS) in the spring and fall at 2 locations. A nurse is at each location to manage G-tube feedings, seizures, and other medical care. Caregivers at each location are knowledgeable and experienced in caring for children with special needs. Ratio of caregiver to child is 1:4, but community volunteers are often on hand to help and play. It’s a wonderful time for the children to enjoy free play, music, and extra attention from FOCUS caregivers and volunteers. Oh, and the parents enjoy the break!!
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FOCUS on Music
Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United StatesThis event is free for FOCUS Young Adults and FOCUS Alumni
FOCUS Families can drop off kiddos at Alpharetta Presbyterian at 11:00 AM. Parents can stay on-site or leave to run a quick errand.
The music therapist will lead a one-hour long music session utilizing a variety of percussion instruments.
Registration is required. Space is limited, please register as soon as possible.
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FAST Fins Dynamo Practice
Dynamo Swim Johns Creek 5075 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GAFOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.
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Focus Share Group
Chick-fil-A Scenic Highway 1559 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville, GA, United StatesChildren participating in FOCUS activities range in age from birth through 29 years old and have lifelong developmental and/or physical disabilities. Some common diagnoses include but are not limited to cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, autism, spina bifida, degenerative illnesses, and rare genetic syndromes.
BENEFIT
Share Groups are free support groups for parents and meet monthly (September to May) in several locations around metro Atlanta so parents can meet other parents and share tips, fears, and joys. Support Groups also called Share Groups are the backbone of FOCUS, the first program ever offered. Parent volunteers facilitate the groups, keeping them positive, constructive, and uplifting.Meets 2nd Friday of each Month at 10AM (exept school breaks)
RSVP: spicyk44@msn.com
Chick-fil-A Scenic Highway: 1559 Scenic Hwy N, Snellville
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FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center
Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GAFOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.
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Cobb Computer Club (Ages 8-15)
1925 Vaughn Rd NW 1925 Vaughn Rd NW, Kennesaw, GAKids ages 8-15 are invited to join us for computer games, pizza and fun! Cost is $10 (scholarships are available) Registration is required--space is limited.
Registration on our website will be available at the beginning of the month prior to the Club date. If you are not currently receiving notifications when registration is available, please contact the Cobb office to get on our email list! 770-420-9889. -
Boo-B-Que
Holy Cross Catholic Church 3773 Chamblee Tucker Road, Atlanta, GAJoin us outside in your not so scary costume. Enjoy spooky activities, games, and barbecue! Our favorite dogs from CAREing Paws will visit.
Menu: Knights of Columbus provide food for this event. Menu is typically: Barbecue Chicken, Barbecue Pork, Macaroni & Cheese, Coleslaw, Dessert with tea and water.
*If you or your child has an food allergy, please bring a meal/snack.
Eligibility:
FOCUS Kid must be 29 and under at event date.
Have a physical and/or developmental disabilities, including rare genetic syndromes, cerebral palsy, autism, and Down syndrome.
Siblings welcomeRegistration Required through your Family Portal.
*Venue and Food Sponsored by The Knights of Columbus
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FAST Fins Dynamo Practice
Dynamo Swim Johns Creek 5075 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GAFOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.
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GetAir – Stone Mountain Play Date
Get Air Trampoline Park - Stone Mountain 2075 W Park Pl. Blvd, Stone Mountain, GAJoin your Lekotek friends for a fun outing to GetAir Trampoline Park on behalf of the Doug Flutie Foundation for Autism! Admission is Free, but Registration is required.
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FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center
Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GAFOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.
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