Events

Recurrent 1st Sun 1-2 PM, ASL Interpreted Living History tour (Tenement Museum, 97 Orchard St) Tickets: $17/adults, $13/students & seniors: ASL by reservation. Danielle Linzer, 212-431-0233 ext. 240/ TTY 212-431-0714 or signlanguage@tenement.org www.tenement.org

Recurrent 1st Mon 3-4 PM The Forgotten Constituency: How Voter Engagement Builds Power and Participation in PWDs Conference Dial-in Number: 605-990-0700 (South Dakota!) Access Code: 1025647# Learn about the ways in which non-partisan state-wide disability vote coalitions have succeeded in significantly increasing voter turnout of PWDs the largest identifiable bloc of non-voters

Recurrent 1st Mon 5:55 PM, CHADD - Children & Adults with Attention Deficit Disorder (65 E 89 St) Harold Meyer, 212-724-9699 or addrc@mail.com

Recurrent 2nd Mon 6 PM 504 Dems (332 E 29th St)

Recurrent 3rd Tues10 AM, B’klyn Consumer Council - (25 Flatbush Ave 2 Fl) 718-642-8512 or brooklyncomsumercouncil@yahoo.com

Recurrent 4th Tues 2-3:30 PM, Man BP Disability Task Force (1 Centre St 19 floor south) Clarice Brown 212-669-8300

Recurrent 2nd Wed of the month, 2-3 PM, Women's Group (BCID, 27 Smith St Fl 2, B’Klyn) Call for information 718-998-3000

Recurrent 3rd Wed of the month 3-5 PM Bx Mental Health Council (Montefiore, Klau Pav Conf Rm 1, 111 E 210 St, Bx) info 718-231-3400 x 202 or jdiblasi@astorservices.org

Recurrent 3rd Wed 6:30-7:45 PM, Late Deaf Support Group (HILC, 289 St. Nicholas Ave #21 Lower Level, 124-125 Sts) come together and support one another, to share our experience, strengthen, and hope. Light refreshments cexec@hilc.org or defdiva47@yahoo.com

Recurrent 3rd Wed 2-3 PM, Men's Group (BCID, 27 Smith St Fl 2, B’Klyn) 718-998-3000

Recurrent every Thu 1-3 PM, BCID Peer Support Group (BCID, 27 Smith St Fl 2, B’Klyn) Call for information 718-998-3000

Recurrent every Fri 6:30-8:30 PM Wheelchair Dancing (Chelsea Studios, 151 W. 26th St, 6th fl. (6th – 7th Ave) www.wheelchairdancesportusa.org wdsportusa@hotmail.com or 212 245 0004

Recurrent 3rd 7-10 PM, Fri ASL Tour (Rubin Museum of Art,150 W 17 St, meet at the bottom of the Spiral Staircase) learn about the culture, history, religions and sacred art of the Himalayan region. http://www.rmanyc.org/information/accessibility-tours.xml?context=information/accessibility-tours.xml or Louise Brooks 212 620 5000 x328 lbrooks@rmanyc.org

Recurrent last Fri of the month 3-5 PM, NYC Peer Network Group: Hearing Voices Group: (Community Access, 666 Broadway, 4FL Conf Rm, Bleecker-Bond Sts) Share your beliefs on what “the voices” are & learn how others experience their “auditory hallucinations.” Your experience may be unique, but you are not alone..212-780-1400 Ext 7728 nycpeernetworkgroup@gmail.com

Recurrent last Sat of the month Free Legal Clinic: 2-2:30 for appts -5 PM, Free Legal Clinic (PSGDC, 1 Prospect Park W & President, enter on President ramp at green awning) Riley MacLeod 718-499-7701 x137 / AAR: drop off: 1 Prospect Park W.)

Through 5/19 Mon, Thu 6-9:30 PM, Free College Prep & GED Classes For Veterans (LaGuardia Comm College, LIC) Veterans Services Center 718-482-5386 When asking about how you heard about the program, say: JB.

04/10 Thu 10-Noon, Brooklyn Systems Change Network (BCID, 27 Smith St, Suite 200) Goals: Accessible pedestrian intersections, Access to health care facilities & the list goes on. Together we can change Brooklyn through education & empowerment. RSVP & accommodation request by 04/07 Voice 718-998-3000, TTY 718-998-7406 Light refreshments

*new 04/10 Thu12:15-1:45 PM, Where Does the Money Go? Your Guided Tour to the Federal Budget Crisis (220 Fifth Ave. 5th fl, 27 St) a discussion with authors Scott Bittie & Jean Johnson,; RSVPs and info 212-389-1417

04/10 Thu 6:30 PM, Lectures in Disability Studies Rosemarie Garland-Thomson- The Politics of Picturing Disability (CUNY Grad Center, 365 Fifth Ave, Room 3102 (Music Lounge) Accommodations Osmin.Sullivan-Hewitt@mail.cuny.edu 646.344.7313

04/10 Thu 7 PM, Learn how the Att Gen’s Office can help the Oneida County Community (Mohawk Valley Comm College Theatre 1101 Sherman Dr, Utica) Info & Complaint 800-771-7755/ TTY 800-788-9898 Refreshments will be served. WC accessible & ASL interpolators 631-231-2424 or ww.oag.state.ny.us

04/10-11 Thu-Fri, Disability Law: From tenBroek to the 21st Century (Jernigan Inst, Baltimore, MD) symposium bringing together the nation's top disability law scholars, practitioners, & advocates to examine the current status of US & international disability law & discuss future change in US disability law http://www.nfb.org. Questions - Lou Ann Blake lblake@nfb.org 410-659-9314 ext 2221 Voice & Relay

04/11 Fri 10-4 PM, Job Developer & Employment Specialist Training (Bergen Co Comm College, 400 Paramus Rd, Paramus) Training Professionals to Develop Employment Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities Let Hire Disability Solutions Share Their Proven Successful Placement Techniques Call 718-663-6720 to register. Limited Seating Available

04/13 Sun Noon-Board, 1:30 PM meeting (Selis Manor 135 W 23 St, 6- 7 Ave) Agenda: ADA & Mental Health Issues & Important food stamp changes for seniors & disabled! www.disabledincion.org

04/14 Mon 8:30-11 AM, 4th Annual Tony Coelho Lecture -Disability Employment Law & Policy, Senator Richard J. Durbin (New York Law School, 47 Worth St) Sen. Durbin (IL) has a distinguished record of working to break down the barriers that exclude PWDs www.nyls.edu/coelho; 212-431-2314.
Register to attend: http://www.nyls.edu/pages/5341.asp
Simulcast registration: http://www.nyls.edu/pages/5343.asp

04/14 Mon 6 PM, 504 Dems Meeting (332 E 29th St) 917-733-3794 president@the504dems.org

*new 04/15 Tues 8:30-11 AM, Senior Umbrella Network of B’klyn (SUN-B) "Medication Safety - The Good, The Bad and The Ugly!" (New York Aquarium - Oceanic Deck) focus on medication safety focused at older Americans, how to ensure seniors take their medications safely and promptly, statistical data about medication errors and how technology can assist in ensuring safety., free of charge.

04/15 Tue 8 PM, National Youth Leadership Network (NYLN) teleconference & webcast Are you ready to vote in the 08 election? Are you ready to show Washington & the nation, the power of the disability vote? If so, this is the event for you: The process of voting; Ways to register to vote; Voter registration tips; Accessibility at the voting booth; How to become an informed voter; the history of PWDs & the right to vote; Statistics on voting & PWDs; Voting legislation (laws that affect PWDs), The importance of PWDs using the right to vote & Help youth WDs catch the power of the disability vote! http://www.nyln.org. Questions: 866.480.6565.

*new 04/16 Wed 7 PM, Elijah Wapner (Mr. Inevitable) of of MTV True Life: I’m Autistic & screening of Autism: The Musical (JCC-Manhattan 334 Amsterdam Avenue, 76 St) Followed by a Director Tricia Regan will be on hand for a Q&A A limited number of FREE tickets are available. Pre-registration is required. Please call 646-505-4460 to reserve your tickets.

04/16 Wed 8:45-11 AM, A Breakfast Symposium: Chemical Dependency Councils (125 Barclay St, 140 Park Place (DC37) Conf Rms 1-2) Help Shape the Future of Alcohol & Other Drug Use Services Find Out How You Can Get Involved :Metrocards for consumers / participants. RSVP registration preferred. Contact 212-219-5524 or sjohnson@health.nyc.gov

*new 04/16 Raising Friends, Raising Funds: An Introduction to Raising Money from Individuals (Lower Manhattan) RSVP by: Mon 4/07 Info: Walt Wells at Cause Effective 212-643-7093 or www.causeeffective.org http://mbpo.org/uploads/Raising%20Friends%20-%20Raising%20Funds%20Manhattan%20Flyer.pdf Register: http://www.causeeffective.org/resources/resources_workshopapplication.htm Or 212-643-7093

*new 04/17 Thu 9:30AM, NYC TLC Public Hearing (40 Rector St) proposes adoption of MPG (green) rules for black cars Request for a sign language interpreter or other reasonable accommodation for a disability:,b7y 4/11 212-676-1117 / Fax: 212-676-1102 / TTY/TDD: 212-341-9569 Let the Mayor & TLC know we want accessible vehicles not just green ones!

04/17 Thu 8:30-4 PM, 2nd Annual Brain Injury in the Community Conference: Brain Injury: In the Community: Giving Voice to the Silent Epidemic (75 Morton St) Limited scholarships for individuals with brain injury. 518 459-7911 http://www.icdnyc.org/images/stories/docs/BIConfBrchr08-2.pdf

*new 04/18 Fri 9 AM_1 PM The Latino Community: Up in Smoke (Hostos Comm College, 120 Et 149 St, Walton Ave 2nd Multi-Purpose Room) Wynnie Lamour at WLAMOUR@NLCATP.ORG or 212.334.5738

*new 04/19 Sat, Sandra Schnur Memorial Seder (At a location in Manhattan) Sandra Schnur was a founder of Concepts of Independence & was instrumental in the introduction of wheelchair lifts in buses & pedestrian ramps & the author of what was perhaps the first wheelchair access guide (to NYC).This event is held annually in her memory for PWDs, their families & friends. She believed all PWDs should be able to celebrate holidays, particularly when those without families.RSVP Marvin at 212-254-9254 or Marty at 212-684-6287 or marvinwssrmn@aol.com.

04/21-24 Mon-Thu, 2008 Mobility Planning Services Inst (Wash DC) teams of leaders from disability & transportation share info & strategies to improve access http://projectaction.easterseals.com

04/22-Tue, NYAPRS 4th Annual Executive Seminar Systems Transformation Innovative Strategies in Program, Practice & Funding That Promote Wellness & Recovery (Albany)

*new 04/22 Tue, Public Hearing on Campaign Finance Board (the CFB) adopted proposed amendments to the Cob's Rules.(CFB, 40 Rector St, 7th Floor) These proposed amendments are now available for public comment www.nyccfb.info. 212-306-7100.

*new 04/23 Wed performance Noon-1 PM & Workshop 6-7:30 PM, National Theatre of the Deaf, The Little Theatre of the Deaf (Columbia Univ) “Beware the Brindlebeast". lecture & demonstration of performance techniques. Performed in voice & ASL, Free & open to the public Children are encouraged to attend the performance. RSVP if 10+ disability@columbia.edu 212.854.2388.

*new 04/24 Thu 6 PM Housing Here & Now (Diversity Center 7611 37th Ave Jackson Heights) Chloe: 212 643-3464 x103 Chloe@housinghereandnow.org

*new 04/24 Thursday April 24 at 7PM: Housing Here & Now (1 Centre Street, 19 floor South) Maggie: 212 608-4320/Maggie@tandn.org

04/24 Thu 7-1 PM, Insight For New Housing Inc.(Housing For The Blind &Visually Impaired) Fund Raiser (Maestros, 1704 Bronxdale Ave, Bx) Honoring: Monsignor Donald Secano, founder of Highbridge Community HDFC; Christina Curry, Harlem Independent Living Center & Staff; & Max Knobbe, BronxNet TV/ Tickets $75 (open bar & hot buffet): www.insightfornewhousing.org or Greg Bell 718-293-3100 ext17 or 917-833-3699 (I went last year, it was great!)

04/25 Fri 6-8 PM, Spring Has Sprung For Children & Adults Benefiting Helping Hands Initiative (JW Tumbles, 6264 Amboy Rd, SI) Cost: $10/Children & $15/Adults (Credit Cards Accepted) Pizza; Soda; Juice; Cake; Coffee & Games RSVP: by 03/22 718-356-4737 julianna@helpinghandsinitiative.org

04/26 Sat Noon, 4th Annual Mental Health Film Festival: Employment (St Francis College, 180 Remsen St, B’klyn) Noon Work Works, 1 PM Working Like Crazy 2:15 pm—4:00 Discussion & Lunch 4:00 pm Film To be announced / Tickets $5.00 in advance , $7.00 at the door Contact Carla at:212-780-1400 Ext 7726 http://www.nycmentalhealthfilmfestival.com

04/26-30 Sat-Wed, ADAPT Community: 25 Years of Activism & Counting. Grassroots Actions (Washington DC) Info www.adapt25.org 512-442-0252 or 303-733-9324

04/26 Beyond Our Wildest Dreams - 2008 Annual Conference (Holiday Inn, 205 Wolf Road, Albany) 518-438-1113 fax 518- 438-2716 www.dsahrc.org

04/27-28 Sun-Mon, Families Together in NYS Annual Conference: Youth Development: Start Early! Start Now! (Albany) http://www.ftnys.org

*new 04/30-05/01 Wed – Thu NYS Dem Spring Meetings (Saatoga Hilton)

*new 4/30 Wed 2 PM, NYCT-ADA Compliance Coordination Committee Meeting (NYCT, 2 Broadway, 20th Floor Conference Room) Key Station Plan Update & Induction Loop Presentation, Q&A Accomodations: sign language interpreter, assistive listening device or any other type of assistance, 646-252-3053. RSVP & photo id required to enter building RSVP by 5 PM Mon 4/28

04/30 Wed 2 PM ADA Paratransit by Marilyn Golden, DREDF (Part V of Transportation Series) http://www.ilru.org/html/training/webcasts/calendar.html

05/01 Thu, ADAPT 25th Anniversary: BBQ, Exhibition & Show (Washington DC) Food, music, exhibits, history, multi-media, Faces & Voices from ADAPT’s Past www.adapt25.org 512-442-0252 or 303-733-9324

*new 05/01 Thu 7PM: Housing Here & Now (Flatbush Location TBA) Julie: 212 608-5122 Julie@housinghereandnow.org

*new 05/05 Wed 6:30-9 PM, Cinco de Mayo cocktail reception for re-election of FL Cong Robert Wexler (Azza Restaurant & Lounge, 137 E 55 St, 3 –Lex) Contribution level: $100-2,300) RSVP ruth_benedict@comcast.net

*updated 05/07 Tue 10-3 PM ‘08 Forums & Dialogues Statewide Comprehensive Plan for Children’s Mental Health Plan (Holiday Inn, 503 Washington Ave, Kingston) improving the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families in NYS accommodations Laurie Tirpak 845-454-8229 ohctllt@omh.state.ny.us

*new 05/07 disThis Film Series 2nd anniversary celebration (DCTV @ The Firehouse, 3rd Floor Screening Room 87 Lafayette St, Walker-White) Play "Vegetable, Vegetable or Vegetable" LIVE & IN PERSON with Mat Fraser & Liz Carr from BBC's OUCH podcast $5 donation. ASL interpretation & audio description available upon request. Space is wheelchair accessible. Snacks are provided & there is a cash bar for drinks, RSVP: 212.284.4160 or disthis@dnnyc.net

*new 05/07 Wed, Raising Friends…Raising Funds: An All-Day Introduction to Raising Money from Individuals (Lower Manhattan) Info Walt Wells at Cause Effective 212-643-7093 or www.causeeffective.org http://mbpo.org/uploads/Raising%20Friends%20-%20Raising%20Funds%20Manhattan%20Flyer.pdf RSVP by: Fri 4/25 http://www.causeeffective.org/resources/resources_workshopapplication.htm Or 212-643-7093

*updated 05/08 Thu 10-3:30 PM, ‘08 Forums & Dialogues Statewide Comprehensive Plan for Children’s Mental Health Plan (Fordham Univ, Pope Auditorium 155 W 60 St) improving the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families in NYS accommodations Curletta McClanhan-Michael 212-330-1651 cocbcmm@omh.state.ny.us

*new 05/08 Thu 8:30 - 4 PM Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Association of NYS 6th Annual Conference (Crowne Plaza Albany State & Lodge St, Albany) Joe Baker - the need to restructure NYS’s Long Term Care System and the importance of CDPAS in these efforts & People First Listening Forums and their implications NYS health policy Workshops Nursing Home Transition Waiver, Workforce Development, NY Connects, Corporate Compliance-False Claims Act Workshop, & Consumer Panel.

*new 05/08 Thu 5-7 PM, NAMI Bronx Families and Advocates Mary Beth Pfeiffer discusses her book Crazy in America: The Hidden Tragedy of our Criminalized Mentally Ill (Bx Psychiatric, Parker Building - Dept. of Psychiatry, 1500 Water Place - First Floor) Examines the fate of people with mental illness who tangle with treacherous and unforgiving criminal justice system. People suffering from schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, depression and other mental illnesses are incarcerate because there is no viable alternative and are punished for behavior that is psychotic rather than criminal namibxfamlyadvoc@aol.com Paulina Magnetti 718-862-3347

*new 05/08 Thu 7 PM, Housing Here & Now Far Rockaway event - St. Mary’s Star of the Sea Church at 1920 New Haven Avenue (Joya: 917 734-8050/Joya@housinghereandnow.org

*new 05/08 Thu 7 PM,: Housing Here & Now (North Presbyterian Church, 529 W 155 St & B’way) Chloe: 212 643-3464 x103 / Chloe@housinghereandnow.org

05/08-09 Thu-Fri National Symposium on Strengthening the HCBS Direct Service Workforce (Baltimore, MD) addressing workforce issues across age & disability consumer populations. Register: https://www.regonline.com/builder/site/Default.aspx?eventid=169041

*updated 05/09 Fri 10-3 PM, ‘08 Forums & Dialogues Statewide Comprehensive Plan for Childrew4n’s Mental Health Plan (Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center, 197 Half Hollow Rd, Dix Hills) improving the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families in NYS accommodations Lisa Legendre 631-761-2820 pgaslxl@omh.state.ny.us

05/10 Sat 9 AM NAMI WALKS NYC (South Street Seaport / Brooklyn Bridge) DIA/504 & 504 North Star are forming a team(s) for info edith@disabledinaction.org

*rescheduled 05/12 Mon, NYS Assembly Disability Awareness Day (Albany)

05/12-14 Mon-Wed, ADA Symposium (America's Center St Louis, MO) brings together key federal agencies involved in implementing the ADA, including the U.S. DOJ, the U.S. Access Board & EEOC to provide comprehensive training and updates. http://www.adasymposium.org

05/12-14 Mon-Wed, National ADA Symposium & Expo: Conference on the ADA & Disability Law (St. Louis, MO) http://www.adasymposium.org/

*new 05/14 Wed, Developing the Framework for Healthy People 2020: Public Comment Meeting (US Customs House, 1 Bowling Green) A comprehensive, nationwide health promotion & disease prevention agenda designed to serve as a roadmap for improving the health of all people in the US http://www.healthypeople.gov REGISTRATION: http://www.healthypeople.gov/hp2020/regional/default.asp.Questions: 2020regional@air.org

05/15 Thu, 10th Annual Gov’s Expo on Assistive Technology - Technology Opens Doors (Empire State Plaza Convention Center Albany, NY) exhibits & workshops on assistive devices & services; tutorials in accessible web development. http://www.atexpo2008.com/

*new 05/15 Thu 7 PM,: Housing Here & Now (St. Jerome’s Church, 230 Alexander Ave, 138 St, Soh Bx) Joya: 917 734-8050/ Joya@housinghereandnow.org

*new 05/15 Thu 7 PM, Housing Here & Now (Bushwick location TBA) Irene 718 418-7690 x231 Irene.Tung@maketheroadny.org

05/15-16 Thu-Fri, Pedestrian Safety Informational Summit (Comfort Inn Suites, 99 Miller Rd, Castleton, NY) accessible pedestrian signals, tactile warnings & growing traffic safety concerns regarding hybrid vehicles 516-599-6220 or sdefrancesco@optonline.net

05/18 Sun AIDS Walk NY (Central Park) Anthony Trocchia is participating & looking for sponsors Atrocchia@aol.com

05/19, Mon 2 PM, Accessible Computer Applications –Accessibility issues with common workplace computer applications and how to make them accessible jpete@uic.edu

05/20 Tue 2-2:45 PM :Web cast: Public Policy Strategy in Support of Organizational Change - focuses on realizing a future characterized by state &federal commitment to supported employment: strategies to impact public policy; an understanding of adequate funding & funding mechanisms for employment services & supports. http://www.crp-rcep.org/registration/webcast/index.cfm?webcastID=113

05/20 Tue 6 PM Video messages of support to our troops! (HBO Theater – 1100 6th Ave at 42 St) WHAT: “THANK YOU FOR SERVING” gala preview “Thank You For Serving” video, Keynote speakers, celebrities from Broadway, film and television giving their ‘thank you for serving’. On giant boards, write you thank you it is bering video taped to be shown to troops on military bases & USO Units & VA Centers. RSVP required by 5/09 to 212-693-1001 or PatUWVC@aol.com

*new 05/21 Wed 2 PM, Tea Time Tour L Action/Abstraction: Pollock, de Kooning, and American Art, ASL Interperated Tour and Reception (Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave, 92 St). A light reception will follow the tour. Register: 212.423.3225 or access@thejm.org This program is free. Advance registration is required. Space is limited.

*updated 05/27 Tue 10-3 PM ‘08 Forums & Dialogues Statewide Comprehensive Plan for Children’s Mental Health Plan (Bohn's Restaurant, 5256 Clinton St, Batavia) improving the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families in NYS accommodations Patti Sugg 716-885-4219 Ext. 221 owsupas@omh.state.ny.us

*updated 05/28 Wed 10-3 PM ‘08 Forums & Dialogues Statewide Comprehensive Plan for Children’s Mental Health Plan (Renaissance Syracuse Hotel, 701 E Genesee St, Syracuse) improving the mental health and well-being of children, youth and families in NYS accommodations Mary Rathbun 315-426-3930 ocadmmr@omh.state.ny.us

05/27-29 International Conference on Self-Determination (Detroit MI) panel discussions & roundtables organized by topic with a diversity of moderators & cross-disability panels. 810-231-6364, www.self-determination.com

06/02-03 Mon-Tue, Using All Transportation Options: ADA & Beyond (Wash DC) free “train-the-trainer” initiative to increase accessible transportation in your community Deadline 3/27 http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ESPA_people_move

06/04 Wed 9-11 AM, Pre-Booking Jail Diversion/Crisis Intervention Teams (Fordham Univ, 140 W 62 St, Columbus) Register www.rippd.org / Lisa Ortega lortega@rippd.org or 646-260-6575

06/10 2-2:45 PM: Webcast: Creative Employment Strategies - process of customizing jobs and supports and the outcomes that can be achieved will be highlighted. Practical strategies for establishing individualized employment teams, implementing customized employment, accessing nontraditional resources, and addressing local service delivery issues will be presented. http://www.crp-rcep.org/registration/webcast/index.cfm?webcastID=114

06/10-14 Tues-Sat, 20th Annual Postsecondary Disability Training Institute (Portland, Maine) assist to meet the unique needs of college students WDs. www.cped.uconn.edu Carrol Waite carrol.waite@uconn.edu 860-486-3321, fax:860-486-5799

*new 06/13-17, League Of Women Voters 48th National Convention: "Reaching New Heights Together" (Portland, OR) There will be workshops every day, briefings, caucuses, plenary sessions, exhibits, receptions, elections of national officers, and entertainment. Delegate spots are available and there is budget to assist members financially.

*new 06/18 07 disThis Film Series (DCTV, The Firehouse, 3rd Floor Screening Room 87 Lafayette St, Walker-White) fresh from their bombastic premiere at the SXSW Festival, disTHIS! is pleased to present the band "too hardcore for Radio 4" & the critically acclaimed documentary of the same name, Heavy Load! Did we mention they might gig, as well? $5 donation. ASL interpretation and audio description available upon request. Space is wheelchair accessible. Snacks are provided and there is a cash bar for drinks, RSVP: 212.284.4160 to reserve YOUR seat or disthis@dnnyc.net http://disthis.org

*new 06/24 Tue 8:30-2:30 PM, B’klyn Dev Disabilities Council’s 19th Annual…Family Support Fair: A Vision for New Possibilities (B’klyn College, Student Union, Campus Rd. & E 27 St) Free to Consumers & Family Breakfast Provided Resource Fair (70+ Agencies) Workshops: Managing Medicaid & Medicaid Managed Care, Sleep Problems & Children with Autism and Autism Spectrum Disorders, Obesity &Nutrition, Transition to Adult Services & Entitlements 718- 642-8512, NY Families for Autistic Children Joseph Baird 718 422-3227

06/25-26 Wed –Thu, Using All Transportation Options: ADA & Beyond (Bloomington, IN) A free “train-the-trainer” initiative to increase accessible transportation in your community Deadline 05/01 http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ESPA_people_move

07/08 2-2:45 PM,Web cast: Autism Spectrum Disorder & Employment - an overview & practical suggestions for supporting learners to be competent, productive, and socially included coworkers and colleagues. Includes issues related to effective communication, understanding social challenges & the hidden curriculum, behavior support, production competence and interdependence. http://www.crp-rcep.org/registration/webcast/index.cfm?webcastID=115

07/09-10 Wed –Thu, Using All Transportation Options: ADA & Beyond (Eugene, OR) A free “train-the-trainer” initiative to increase accessible transportation in your community Deadline 05/22 http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/PageServer?pagename=ESPA_people_move

07/13-17, Workforce Innovations 2008: Success Decoded (New Orleans) Promoting collaboration among leaders from workforce development, business, economic development, education, community-based organizations and philanthropy http://www.workforceinnovations.org/About.cfm

08/11 Mon 2 PM, ADA and Website Accessibility: recent legal developments and their potential implications. jpete@uic.edu

*new 09/8-10, NYAIL - Taking Action for Independence: Confrontation and Controversy (Desmond, Albany) http://www.ilny.org

09/09 Sun 10-4 PM Adapt Forum: Disability Rights in Housing: Affordable, Accessible,& Integrated Housing (Chicago IL) National Advocacy Commitment For Systems Change In Housing. For rooms: Tisha 303/733-9324 http://www.adapt.org/forum.htm http://www.adapt.org/aaahousing.htm http://www.adapt.org/housingcomm.htm

09/09 2-2:45 PM, Web cast: Substance Abuse & Employment - substance abuse & employment with a focus on how it impacts disability services & how substance use qualifies as a disability. http://www.crp-rcep.org/registration/webcast/index.cfm?webcastID=116

09/24-25 Wed –Thu, NYAPRS 26th Annual Conference (Nevele Grande, Ellenville NY) http://www.nyaprs.org/

09/29 Mon 2 PM, Learning & Accessibility - As e-Learning expands, the gap will widen between those who can fully benefit & those who will be excluded because of inaccessible design includes strategies for businesses to improve their knowledge & implementation of accessible e-Learning. jpete@uic.edu

*new 11/07-09 Fri-Sun, ACDNY Convention () MacArthur Holiday Inn, Islip-, LI) Lori Scharff 516-887-1336

Duane Reade Accessibility Problems - Gavin Kearney 888-342-3428.or gkearney@nylpi.org

jadler54-subscribe@yahoogroups.com - Empire State Voting Watch Dogs – NY Disabled Getting Equal Voting Access (NYDGEVA)a coalition seeking to resolve barriers impeding equal voting access for NYers WDs . Our goal is to bring all aspects of the disability community together to become educated and mobilized to work on voting access issues.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zk2pnemUREg If you were wondering how NYS is getting it's budget done, check out this YouTube video

http://www.ncil.org/news/VotingPositionStatement.html - NCIL Voting Rights Position Paper