January TAP Events
Please note: Charleston Social Skills group and the East Central Illinois Autism Support Group are on hold for the winter. Both groups will resume in March 2012.
- Celebrate National Popcorn Day with us! --Thursday, January 19
At the TAP office in Charleston, 5:30 pm
Wear your favorite pajamas and join us at the Autism Program for popcorn and a movie. The whole family is invited for this showing of the family-friendly movie "Mr. Popper's Penguins." We encourage you to bring pillows and blankets for lounging during the movie. Please RSVP for this event by January 16th by contacting Teasha at (217) 348-3869, x10 or teashawalker@ctfillinois.org.
- Teacher Network--Tuesday, January 24
At the TAP office in Charleston, 4:30-5:30 pm
We invite all teachers to join us at The Autism Program for a time of learning, connecting with other teachers, and discussing how to best meet the needs of students with autism. Snacks will be provided. For more information, contact Kristin Elie at kristinelie@ctfillinois.org or (217) 348-3869, x11.
- Effingham Social Skills Kickoff--Monday, January 9
At Christ's Church in Effingham, 6-7 pm
This is a chance for all the families interested in Social Skills group in Effingham to meet each other, to register for the group, and to fill out the necessary registration paperwork. The actual Social Skills sessions will begin in February and will meet on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month 6-7 pm. For more information, or to register for the January 9th kickoff, contact Teasha at (217) 348-3869, x10 or teashawalker@ctfillinois.org.
- Effingham SibShop Kickoff--Monday, January 23
At Christ's Church in Effingham, 6-7 pm
This is a chance for all the families interested in SibShop in Effingham to meet each other, to register for the group, and to fill out the necessary registration paperwork. The actual SibShop sessions will begin in February and will meet each month as follows: 6-10 year olds will meet on the 2nd Monday of each month from 6-7 pm, and 11-14 year olds will meet the 4th Monday of each month 6-7 pm. For more information, or to register for the January 23rd kickoff, contact Teasha at (217) 348-3869, x10 or teashawalker@ctfillinois.org.
- Young Adult Club of Champaign--Party on Friday, January 13
At Cathy Testory's home, 6-9 pm
Our first event of the year will be a party at Cathy's house. There will be a social fee of $10 per person to help cover the expenses of the party. For more information, contact Cathy Testory at (217) 722-4482 or cathytestory@ctfillinois.org.
- Young Adult Club of Champaign--Lunch & movie on Saturday, January 28
Buffalo Wild Wings, 11 am
We will meet at Buffalo Wild Wings on Dunlap Avenue in Savoy at 11 am. After lunch, we will walk over to the Savoy 16 theater to see a movie. For more information, contact Cathy Testory at (217) 722-4482 or cathytestory@ctfillinois.org.
February TAP Events
- Young Adult Bowling Club of Charleston--Thursday, February 2
Charleston Lanes Bowling Alley, 6:30-7:30 pm
To revitalize and expand the Young Adult Bowling Club, we are planning a kickoff event. All young people ages 16-28 who have autism are invited. It will be a time to meet new friends, go bowling, and just have fun. Individuals who do not wish to bowl are welcome, too. The cost will be $3.50 per person per game, plus the cost of snacks for anyone who wishes to purchase them. Preregistration required by February 1st by contacting Teasha at (217) 348-3869, x10 or teashawalker@ctfillinois.org.
Other Events/Trainings
Please note: The items in this section are not sponsored or hosted by TAP. They are presented here for information purposes only. If you need additional information about any of these events, please use the contact information included in the event description.
- Sensory Friendly Film--Saturday January 7
At the Mattoon AMC Theater, 10 am-12 pm
This month's movie is "The Adventures of TinTin ." (Dates/times subject to change: contact the theater for confirmation.) Each month, participating AMC theaters offer families affected by autism and other disabilities the opportunity to attend a family film in a safe and accepting environment. The auditorium lights are brought up and the sound is turned down, families are allowed to bring their own snacks, and no previews or advertisements are shown. During the movie, audience members are allowed to get up and walk around, dance, talk, shout, or sing. Tickets can be purchased on the day of the screening for $5. For more information about the Sensory Friendly Films program, visit www.amctheatres.com/SFF/
