Autism Society of Oregon

12/10/2025

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT SYDNEY AT SWHITE@TTSD.K12.OR.US

PARA OBTENER MÁS INFORMACIÓN, COMUNÍQUESE CON SYDNEY - SWHITE@TTSD.K12.OR.US

12/10/2025

Salem Cosplay and Pop Culture Group
Thursday Dec 11, 2025 ⋅ 5pm – 7pm (Pacific Time - Los Angeles)
Meets on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 5pm to 7pm.

Location: Ike Box at 299 Cottage St. NE Salem, OR 97301
Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon

This is a free, inclusive group for all ages to explore cosplay, pop culture, and creative expression. Whether you’re building costumes, sketching, crafting, or just hanging out, you’re welcome here. Supplies and snacks are provided by NeuroDiverse Inclusive Solutions of Salem (NDIS-llc.com)

Register here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/COSPLAYSALEM

Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

A responsible adult must stay at any A*O event with all children under age 14 and anyone who requires a caregiver for their safety. Unless otherwise specifically stated, A*O cannot provide caregiving services at our events and is not responsible for personal safety.

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Un adulto responsable debe permanecer en cualquier evento de A*O con todos los niños menores de 14 años y cualquier persona que requiera un cuidador para su seguridad. A menos que se indique específicamente lo contrario, A*O no puede proporcionar servicios de cuidado en nuestros eventos y no es responsable de la seguridad personal.

12/10/2025

Cancelled for Dec. - Autistic Professional Support Group
The Autistic Professional Support Group will not be meeting in December, the next group meeting will be on January 9th at the usual time.
Questions? Email LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

12/10/2025

Presented by The Autism Society of Oregon
For information on all our Sensory Movie offerings around the state, see: https://charity.pledgeit.org/Allmovies

Sensory Friendly Movie - Zootopia 2
December 17th at 5:45pm
Oregon City
Regal Hilltop
FREE - Must register to attend.
Register here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/Movies

​Sensory Friendly Movie - Zootopia 2
December 17th at 6pm
Cornelius 10 Cinemas
FREE - Must register to attend.
Register here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/CorneliusMovies

​Sensory Friendly Movie -Spongebob
December 20th at 11am
Roseburg Cinema
FREE - Must register to attend.
Register here: https://charity.pledgeit.org/FEATTMovie
Questions? Email Events@AutismSocietyOregon.org or call 503-636-1676.

12/08/2025

Presented by the Oregon Department of Education

Civil Rights Webinar Series

November Webinar: S*x Discrimination: Overview of Title IX

Wednesday, November 12, 2025; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: 8e9881b5-72ba-4f13-ae0c-8ef46283c1ea@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/8e9881b5-72ba-4f13-ae0c-8ef46283c1ea@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

December Webinar: Disability Discrimination: Overview of Section 504

Wednesday, December 10, 2025; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: 5ae80d83-5fae-4b23-b12d-be90db4a8522@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/5ae80d83-5fae-4b23-b12d-be90db4a8522@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

January Webinar: Overview of Every Student Belongs

Wednesday, January 14, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: cf811599-3f74-4ac4-8324-af672da4c88c@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/cf811599-3f74-4ac4-8324-af672da4c88c@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

February Webinar: Navigating the Discrimination Complaints Process

Wednesday, February 11, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: bfaaa865-8573-455f-907e-5b475fcf3759@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/bfaaa865-8573-455f-907e-5b475fcf3759@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

March Webinar: Preventing Discrimination in Schools

Wednesday, March 11, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: 1cf28698-b63e-4238-a361-b26ca7151b2e@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1cf28698-b63e-4238-a361-b26ca7151b2e@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

April Webinar: Responding to Civil Rights Concerns in Schools

Wednesday, April 8, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: 1225bf15-224e-4900-ba8a-2bd75d405731@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/1225bf15-224e-4900-ba8a-2bd75d405731@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

May Webinar: Civil Rights Success Stories - Creating Supportive Programs

Wednesday, May 13, 2026; 12:00-1:00 PM. Register here: 213d7d99-47d5-463c-b544-74c30dffce72@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/213d7d99-47d5-463c-b544-74c30dffce72@b4f51418-b269-49a2-935a-fa54bf584fc8

Webinars are open to the public and not recorded. Registration capacity is limited. Once the webinar is full, registration will be closed. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your registration. Contact ODE.CivilRights@ode.oregon.gov with any questions.

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12/08/2025

(Online) Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults - Tuesday Edition, age 18+
Tuesday Dec 9, 2025 ⋅ 3:30pm – 5pm (Pacific Time - Los Angeles)
Meets online every Tuesday, from 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM.

The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe, affirming space to process and discuss what it’s like to be autistic in the world.

This is a peer support group facilitated by Rae (he/him), an Autistic person.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kOmfV6ekRoCmd8J8dWb9GA

For more information contact Lori Ball at LoriB@autismsocietyoregon.org or 503-636-1676.

These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

12/08/2025

Presented by Oregon Post Adoption Resource Center
FREE Virtual Training - Know Your Neuro
Tuesday Dec 9
11 AM - 12:30 PM
Register here: https://www.orparc.org/training/online/3946
Know Your Neuro explains how substances, high-risk behavior, and mental health problems affect healthy neurodevelopment, while also illuminating the role of genetics, the effect of the environment, and implications for prevention and treatment.
Questions? Contact 1-800-764 8367 / (503) 241-0799 or orparc@nwresource.org

12/05/2025

(Online) Intersectional Identity Group - Support and Discussion Group for Autistic Adults with Intersectional Identities, age 18+
Monday Dec 8, 2025 ⋅ 3pm – 4:30pm (Pacific Time - Los Angeles)
Meets online every Monday, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm.

The purpose of this group is to cultivate a safe space to process and discuss what it’s like to have an intersectional autistic identity in the world (e.g., autistic people who are also: people of color, trans, q***r, gender q***r, assigned female at birth, etc).

Please note, this is not to assume that we will all understand each other's experience, but that we do understand having an intersectional identity comes with extra complexities.

This is a peer support group facilitated by an Autistic Trans and Q***r person.

Register for the group by contacting Lori Ball at LoriB@AutismSocietyOregon.org or 503-636-1676.

These support groups are intended to create a safe environment for Autistic adults, whether formally diagnosed or not. If you do not identify as Autistic, kindly do not join this group.

12/05/2025

The Rip City Remix: https://ripcity.gleague.nba.com/, the NBA G League affiliate of the Portland Trail Blazers invites Portland Parks & Recreation staff, families, program partners and volunteers to use a 25% off ticket code that is valid for all Remix home games this season. Rip City Remix games align well with PP&R’s mission. They’re family-friendly, offer free parking, are held at the convenient Chiles Center, and feature affordable tickets and concessions so Portland families can enjoy a great night out without a high cost barrier. Please use the link below to have the discount applied automatically or enter PPR25 at checkout. Full schedule is attached for your reference. Discount code to share: https://www.tixr.com/groups/ripcityremix?pc=PPR25

12/05/2025

Presented by Portland Parks & Recreation
Winter Registration 2026!
Register for your favorite classes, activities, and winter break camps Thursday, December 11, beginning at 9:30am!
View all classes activities here: https://www.portland.gov/parks/activities
Learn how to register: https://www.portland.gov/parks/register
Request registration assistance: https://www.portland.gov/311/ada-request
If the price of activities is too high, Portland residents can register for an Access Discount to get reduced pricing. No proof of income is required. Learn more about the Access Discount Program: https://www.portland.gov/parks/discount

Peninsula Park Community Center Free Food Market
Our Free Food Market is open every Monday, beginning at 3pm! If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, please come by. Everyone deserves access to fresh, nourishing food – no questions asked.
Please bring a reusable bag if you can
Everyone is welcome
No cost
If you need support, you’re not alone – we’re here for you.
Questions? Contact 503 823 2525
CustomerServiceCenter@PortlandOregon.gov

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12/05/2025

Supporting Our Society and Montavilla Community Center are organizing their 12th Annual FREE WINTER WEATHER ESSENTIALS DISTRIBUTION on Sunday, December 7, 2025 from 11am to 2pm.
Questions? Contact sosofpdx@gmail.com