Monday, November 2, 2015

November Community Events and an Announcement from Autism Speaks

November is here and communities are gearing up for the holiday season.  Here are some activities you can take advantage of with your family.

Monday, November 2 - Family First Monday at the Village at Station Park.  5:30 - 7:30 pm.  The theme for November is Thankful for You!  Face painting, balloon artists, games and more.

Thursday, November 5 - NSL Free Day at South Davis Rec Center.  10:00 am to 9:00 pm.  Bring a driver's license or utility bill to verify residence.

Monday, November 23 - Holiday Lighting Ceremony at Layton Commons Park.  Program begins at 6:00 pm and the lights will be turned on at approximately 7:00 pm.

Monday, November 30 - Christmas in the Park at Hogan Park in Woods Cross.  4:30 pm - Santa arrives in Woods Cross.  6:00 pm - Visit with Santa in the park pavilion.  7:00 pm - Christmas tree lighting, Candy Cane Hot Chocolate and Caroling.  (Cinnamon rolls will be available to purchase).   Bring a can of food to donate to the Bountiful Food Bank.

Monday, November 30 - Christmas Lighting/Electric Light Parade  in Kaysville.  5:45 pm - Lighting around City Hall block and the star on the mountain.  6:00 pm - Parade begins at 550 South Main and goes to 100 North Main.  Free Hot Chocolate and Donuts at the Bell Tower.  Kids can visit Santa at the Rec Center after the parade.

Clearfield Holiday Yard Decorating Contest begins November 22 and runs through December 5th.

If you are looking for some indoor fun, remember all the branches of the library have story time for kids.

Bountiful - Wednesday and Thursday at 10:30 am for Preschool/Toddler
Centerville - Wednesday at 10:30 am for Preschool/Toddler
Clearfield - Tuesday at 7:00 pm, Wednesday at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm, Thursday at 10:30 am for children of all ages
Farmington - Thursdays at 10:30 am for Preschool/Toddler
Kaysville - Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10:30 am, Fridays at 11:30 am for children of all ages
Layton - Tuesdays at 11:00 am, Wednesdays at 11:00 am and 1:30 pm, Thursdays at 11:00 am for children of all ages
Syracuse - Tuesdays at 10:30 am, Wednesdays at 10:30 am and 1:30 pm for children of all ages.

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We also received this announcement from Autism Speaks.
Autism Speaks is thrilled to announce that this year, 1,045 iPad Airs will be awarded to financially disadvantaged individuals with autism. The application is now open!
Eligible applicants are individuals who:
  • Have been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder by a licensed professional
  • Reside in the United States
  • Have limited income and cannot afford to purchase an iPad
The timeline is below:
  • November 2: Online application opens at 6:00AM EST
  • November 7: Application closes at 11:59PM EST
  • November 9 - December 3: Review committee selects recipients
  • December 7: Recipients announced and iPads sent out!
Applications must be submitted by the person with autism, an immediate family member of the person with autism, or a licensed teacher, social worker or therapist. The Technology Grant Review Committee will review applications and select the iPad award recipients. All applicants selected to receive an iPad Air will be contacted on December 7. If selected, the iPad will be shipped via UPS directly to the address provided with the application. Others will receive an email informing them of their status.
You must create a login and further instructions will be provided.
Questions? Contact us at ipads@autismspeaks.org or (888) 288-4762. Please note that we cannot accept applications from outside the United States.

Autism Speaks Family Services Team

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