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The following represents a list of workshops and events that may be of interest to Monterey County families who have children with a wide range of abilities and needs. This list is provided as a community service. The presence of event information does not constitute an endorsement of the event or the organization behind it. Please check with an event provider, prior to attending an event, to confirm its status.
If you believe that an event is listed here, in error, email [email protected]. If you would like your upcoming event listed here, visit our Community Events Guidelines page.
Special Olympics Northern CA Track & Field (Salinas)
Mar 9 - Apr 27, 2019 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Special Olympics Northern California's spring track& field practice schedule for Monterey County begins Saturday, March 9 and runs weekly through Saturday, April 27. Practices take place at Palma High School in Salinas under the direction of coach Joanne Tinoco. The spring schedule can be found on the www.sonc.org website,… Learn More..
Special Olympics Northern CA Swimming (Monterey)
Mar 14 - May 2, 2019 at 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Special Olympics Northern California's spring swimming practice schedule for Monterey County begins Thursday, March 14 and runs weekly through Thursday, April 28. Practices take place at the Monterey Sports Center, located at 301 E. Franklin St., Monterey under the direction of coaches David and Linda Clements. The spring schedule can… Learn More..
Accidental Social Skills Comedy Improv Workshop
Mar 16 - Apr 20, 2019 at 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Have fun, make friends and learn social skills while playing easy theater and comedy improv games like those seen on the TV show “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Participants in this 5-week workshop will enhance focus, teamwork, impulse control, creativity, flexibility, emotional expression, initiating conversation and many other… Learn More..
Autism Through the Life Span Conference
Mar 23, 2019 at 8:45 AM to 4:30 PM
A one-day conference for parents, educators, and care providers of children and adults with autism spectrum disorders. This annual update will focus on new research and services for individuals with autism to optimize their long term functioning. Register online at https://app.certain.com/profile/web/index.cfm?PKwebID=0x1089157abcd.… Learn More..
Special Olympics Northern CA Bocce (Monterey)
Mar 24 - May 12, 2019 at 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Special Olympics Northern California's spring bocce practice schedule for Monterey County begins Sunday, March 24 and runs weekly through Sunday, May 12. Practices take place at the Custom House Plaza (next to Fisherman's Wharf) in Monterey under the direction of coach James Nicole. The spring schedule can be found on the www.sonc.org… Learn More..
Mom's Night Out / Una Noche para Mama (Gonzales)
Mar 29, 2019 at 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Conéctese con otras mujeres que tienen hijos (¡de cualquier edad!) Con necesidades especiales en un ambiente divertido y relajante. ¡Es un evento sin anfitrión y no es necesario comprar una cena! Por favor confirmar su asistencia para que se pueda reservar una mesa lo suficientemente grande para todas. Para reservar llame… Learn More..
Housing Choices Navigator Project / Proyecto Navegador
Mar 30, 2019 at 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Learn how Housing Choices can support consumers of the San Andreas Regional Center (SARC) by improving their access to affordable housing. In this presentation, Housing Choices will cover the following: What is “affordable housing” and what are the different types? ILS (Independent Living Services) vs. SLS (Supported Living… Learn More..
REACH Theatre Spring 2019 Program Begins April 6 (Salinas)
Apr 6, 2019 at 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Through REACH Theatre, actors of all abilities and talents are given opportunities to gain self-confidence, improve communication skills, explore new ways of expression, and learn how to work effectively and creatively with others. REACH Theatre's Spring 2019 program at ARIEL Theatrical takes place over 6 consecutive (see note*… Learn More..
Who, What, Where, HOW do I get support for my Child with Special Needs?
Apr 6, 2019 at 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Services and support for children with special needs come from a number of areas. Each resource has a separate menu of services, its own eligibility criteria, and rules that govern what it can provide. Parents need to approach each resource separately to determine their child’s eligibility. Learn about each of these resources in one workshop:… Learn More..
Hartnell College's Walk for Autism (Salinas)
Apr 6, 2019 at 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Enjoy family friendly activities including a health fair, face painting, games, music, refreshments and more at Hartnell College's 3rd Annual Walk for Autism. For more information, call (831) 755-6734. View flyer here. Learn More..
