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Behind the Music Series: “The Lives of Isaac Stern”

A musical conversation with author, David Schoenbaum Moderated by VPM Radio Host, Mike Goldberg ​This is a live zoom event A centennial celebration of the career and legacy of the first made-in-America violin virtuoso and one of the twentieth century's greatest musicians. Professional historian, author and lifelong amateur violinist, David Schoenbaum, will lead us on […]

$20

“Know Thyself”: The Fundamental Importance of Autistic Self-Knowledge

The ancient Greeks left us an important reminder carved in stone at Delphi, «Γνωθι Σ’αυτόν» (“Know Thyself”). Self-knowledge is essential, and is the right of all, including your child with autism. In this webinar, Catherine Faherty covers that rationale and the practical, lifelong steps to support your child or teenager engage in the process of […]

Lunch and Learn: Continuing to Lead the Way in Virginia Public Schools with Positive Practices in Distance Learning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorder

Presenters: Teresa Cogar & Lauren Vetere - Join us to explore a new tool developed by VCU-ACE staff to assist educators in Virginia to continue to lead the way in evidence-based practice in distance learning for students with ASD. This tool is divided into sections to address evidence-based practices in autism in the virtual setting. […]

Understanding Decisional Capacities of Older Adults

Capacity assessments of older adults is steeped in the fundamental tensions between two core ethical principles: autonomy (self-determination) and protection (beneficence). APS caseworkers must often consider the impact of cognitive functioning on a person’s risk for elder abuse, exploitation, and neglect. In this webinar, Dr. Sheri Gibson will address the very complex topic of decisional […]

February Meeting for the Williamsburg, VA Society of American Magicians.

Join us at the February meeting of the Williamsburg Magic Club (Assembly 226, Society of American Magicians). All skill levels and ages are invited. Magicians, hobbyists, magic historians all are welcome. Children welcome but must be accompanied. Prior to the meeting, there is an opportunity to get dinner and begin the magic conversations.

Free

Trivia Time sponsored by Friendship Circle of VA

Featuring our game show host and FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Member, Caleb! Lead by FCVA Inclusive Leadership Board Visit our website at www.friendshipcircleva.org

Trust Talk Tuesday

These small group discussions will focus on Special Needs Trusts and futures planning. Tia Marsili, Director of Trusts at The Arc of Northern Virginia, will walk you through the importance of planning for the future of your loved one with a disability, why trusts are important, and other critical services and programs and benefits that […]

Sensory Parenting

Pediatric Occupational Therapist, Britt Collins, MS, OTR/L graduated from Colorado State University over 14 years ago and since then has worked tirelessly on OT and Sensory Integration awareness, research and application. Britt has worked in a variety of settings including pediatric hospital inpatient, ICU, rehabilitation, outpatient clinics, homes, schools and skilled nursing facilities. She is […]

Free Online Arts Workshop: Coding, Gaming, and Website Creation

Young people ages 16-24 with disabilities (such as autism, ADHD, and learning disabilities) become the techies of tomorrow, gaining important technological skills as they are introduced to current issues and challenges shaping social-justice movements. Participants reflect on their own identities and challenge their assumptions by learning how to code, create games, and make personal websites. […]

Free