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FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center

Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GA

FOCUS 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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Paint and Snack – Adults with Special Needs

Join us for a series of engaging activities designed for families and individuals with disabilities or special needs. Whether you come as a family or drop off your loved ones for some well-deserved time to yourselves, we have something for everyone. Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot at communitiestreasuresinc.org or contact us at 404-957-5266.

18th Annual Georgia Race for Autism and Fall Festival

Gwinnett County Fairgrounds 2405 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville, GA, United States

The 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
go to www.SpectrumAutism.org.

Extra Special Saturday Respite

Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United States

You 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!!

Free

FOCUS on Music

Alpharetta Presbyterian Church 180 Academy Street, Alpharetta, GA, United States

This 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.
Questions? Email milligan@focus-ga.org

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FAST Fins Dynamo Practice

Dynamo Swim Johns Creek 5075 Abbotts Bridge Rd, Johns Creek, GA

FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

$180
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FAST Fins Mountain View Aquatic Center

Mountain View Aquatic Center 2650 Gordy Parkway, Marietta, GA

FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

Cobb Computer Club (Ages 8-15)

1925 Vaughn Rd NW 1925 Vaughn Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA

Kids 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, GA

Join 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 welcome

Registration 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, GA

FOCUS Adaptive Swim Team (FAST Fins) concentrates on perfecting swim strokes, improving stamina, developing team skills, building self-confidence, following verbal commands, and increasing fitness.

$180

GetAir – Stone Mountain Play Date

Get Air Trampoline Park - Stone Mountain 2075 W Park Pl. Blvd, Stone Mountain, GA

Join 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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