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Monthly Meeting

Submitted by gayvoness on Sat, 21/03/2009 - 1:14am
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Each month, the Association aims to meet for a speaker or a subject of interest to the autism/Asperger's community.

The meeting will be followed by tea/coffee and conversation.

Event Date: 
07/03/2012 - 7:30pm
04/04/2012 - 7:30pm
02/05/2012 - 7:30pm

Special Needs Toys discount buying until January and more!

Submitted by Hilary on Mon, 12/12/2011 - 4:51pm
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Special Needs Toys discount buying! 

Special Needs Toys is a family business that offers parents, teachers and therapists an easy and economical way of buying equipment, toys and aids that can be used in play or as part of a therapy program.

Tam's Fashion Evenings: join in the fun!

Submitted by bm on Sun, 27/03/2011 - 10:20pm
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Laughter, bubbly and great volunteer models  — our latest fashion evening in October raised $430 for AAACT!

Tam has some great plans for exclusive evenings at some of Canberra’s terrific fashion houses.  These will be held spontaneously throughout the year. Each event will be focusing on different fashion houses to encourage our members to meet and buy — and raise funds for AAACT!

Carols by Candlelight; $8200 raised!!

Submitted by bm on Fri, 18/11/2011 - 2:52pm
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Carols by Candlelight was held on 14 December 2011.

Autism Asperger ACT is the proud recipient of donations from this year's event — over $8200.00!

Monthly Meeting

Submitted by bm on Tue, 25/10/2011 - 9:17pm
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Each month, the Association aims to meet for a speaker or a subject of interest to the autism/Asperger's community.

The meeting will be followed by tea/coffee and conversation.

December Meeting - Meet the new committee and hear about plans for 2012.

The meetings are held at Autism Asperger ACT offices in the

Chifley Community Hub

91 Eggleston Cres (Cnr of Eggleston & MacLaurin Crescents)

Chifley, 2606

Jeanette Purkis Women’s Group (Full – wait list started)

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 8:05am
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We are very privileged that Jeanette Purkis, renowned author, public speaker and documentary star will be hosting an adult women’s group on the first Monday in the month. Likely members will be adult ASD women and mothers of ASD daughters.

Please register your attendance by booking online here

Event Date: 
06/02/2012 - 7:30pm
05/03/2012 - 7:30pm
02/04/2012 - 7:30pm

Charity Christmas Card Shop: finals Day at the shop 22 November

Submitted by bm on Sun, 27/03/2011 - 9:42pm
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Charity Card shop: October, November 2011  

In 2011 we will be participating in Canberra’s Charity Card shop and aiming to put a Christmas card in every home! Buy cards available in packs of 10 to celebrate and publicise AAACT.

Jewellery Craft Group

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 7:32am
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Jewellery Craft Group

The craft skilling group is directed towards parents and carers or independent adults with ASD looking for a break from routine.  Are you interested in learning a new skill and creating something beautiful and lasting?  Trying something different?  Then join us with this exciting new social venture.  Simple refreshments will be provided.

When:           Saturdays (Fortnightly)

Informal Coffee Morning for parents and carers of Primary School children (Open Group)

Submitted by bm on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 11:04am
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This will be a chance to catch up and discuss schooling and parenting challenges/successes that  your family with others who may be sharing the same experience.

There is no cost associated with this meeting. Coffee/tea and biscuits are available, but you will need to bring a plate or packed lunch for yourself. Feel free to contribute a cake or slice to share if you enjoy baking!

Held in the Autism Asperger ACT offices at the Chifley Health & Wellbeing Hub, Corners of Eggleston & MacLaurin Crescents, Chifley, ACT 2606

Informal Coffee Morning for parents and carers of High School/College Teens (Open Group)

Submitted by bm on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 10:59am
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This will be a chance to catch up and discuss schooling and parenting challenges/successes that  your family experiences with others who may be sharing the same experience. 

There is no cost associated with this meeting. Coffee/tea and biscuits are available, but you will need to bring a plate or packed lunch for yourself. Feel free to contribute a cake or slice to share if you enjoy baking!

Held in the Autism Asperger ACT offices at the Chifley Health & Wellbeing Hub, Corners of Eggleston & MacLaurin Crescents, Chifley, ACT 2606

Action Bus Wash Trip

Submitted by juliabowden on Mon, 17/10/2011 - 2:29pm
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Action Bus Wash Trip

Pre-schoolers and family visit to Action Bus Wash.
  • Action Bus Wash Trip for Pre-schoolers and Parents/ Carers
  • Tuesday 8th November
  • Bus departs 9:30am and arrives back 11:30am. 
  • The cost is free. 

Jeanette Purkis Women’s Group (Full – wait list started)

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 8:05am
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We are very privileged that Jeanette Purkis, renowned author, public speaker and documentary star will be hosting an adult women’s group on the first Monday in the month. Likely members will be adult ASD women and mothers of ASD daughters.

Please register your attendance by booking online here

Event Date: 
06/02/2012 - 7:30pm
05/03/2012 - 7:30pm
02/04/2012 - 7:30pm

Jewellery Craft Group

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 7:32am
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Jewellery Craft Group

The craft skilling group is directed towards parents and carers or independent adults with ASD looking for a break from routine.  Are you interested in learning a new skill and creating something beautiful and lasting?  Trying something different?  Then join us with this exciting new social venture.  Simple refreshments will be provided.

When:           Saturdays (Fortnightly)

Monthly Meeting

Submitted by bm on Tue, 25/10/2011 - 9:12pm
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Each month, the Association aims to meet for a speaker or a subject of interest to the autism/Asperger's community.

The meeting will be followed by tea/coffee and conversation.

November Meeting - Health and Fitness Project for Individuals with ASD

Jewellery Craft Group

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 7:32am
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Jewellery Craft Group

The craft skilling group is directed towards parents and carers or independent adults with ASD looking for a break from routine.  Are you interested in learning a new skill and creating something beautiful and lasting?  Trying something different?  Then join us with this exciting new social venture.  Simple refreshments will be provided.

When:           Saturdays (Fortnightly)

Partners of ASD person’s Group

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 7:55am
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We are delighted that Paula Mills will be hosting an adult partners group on the third Monday in the month, from February until November, 2011. Current partners and ex partners are likely to be members of this group. The maximum number of attendees will be ten persons; creating an intimate atmosphere to promote friendship and enabling the development of personal supports within the group setting. The agenda focus will be set by the group members during the meetings as the year unfolds.

Informal Coffee Morning for parents and carers of Primary School children (Open Group)

Submitted by bm on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 11:04am
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This will be a chance to catch up and discuss schooling and parenting challenges/successes that  your family with others who may be sharing the same experience.

There is no cost associated with this meeting. Coffee/tea and biscuits are available, but you will need to bring a plate or packed lunch for yourself. Feel free to contribute a cake or slice to share if you enjoy baking!

Held in the Autism Asperger ACT offices at the Chifley Health & Wellbeing Hub, Corners of Eggleston & MacLaurin Crescents, Chifley, ACT 2606

Informal Coffee Morning for parents and carers of High School/College Teens (Open Group)

Submitted by bm on Mon, 04/04/2011 - 10:59am
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This will be a chance to catch up and discuss schooling and parenting challenges/successes that  your family experiences with others who may be sharing the same experience. 

There is no cost associated with this meeting. Coffee/tea and biscuits are available, but you will need to bring a plate or packed lunch for yourself. Feel free to contribute a cake or slice to share if you enjoy baking!

Held in the Autism Asperger ACT offices at the Chifley Health & Wellbeing Hub, Corners of Eggleston & MacLaurin Crescents, Chifley, ACT 2606

Father's Support Group

Submitted by bm on Mon, 14/02/2011 - 2:53pm
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Fathers Group

This social group is for fathers of ASD children/adolescents/ adult children who are interested in self-help group with persons in the similar situation.  The focus on is on social activities for Dads arranged by the Dads in conjunction with AAACT. 

When:           2nd Monday in the month

Time:           7:30pm to 9pm

Jewellery Craft Group

Submitted by bm on Sun, 20/02/2011 - 7:32am
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Jewellery Craft Group

The craft skilling group is directed towards parents and carers or independent adults with ASD looking for a break from routine.  Are you interested in learning a new skill and creating something beautiful and lasting?  Trying something different?  Then join us with this exciting new social venture.  Simple refreshments will be provided.

When:           Saturdays (Fortnightly)