October 29, 2021
Halloween Party at The Greene Turtle
October 29, 2021 @ 8:00 PM to 12:00 AM at The Greene Turtle
Let’s get together for a Halloween party at The Greene Turtle in Hampton! There will be music, karaoke, a costume contest, and more. There is a kids party from 6-8 pm, but from 8-midnight it is 21+. I am not taking attendance for this, so feel free to bring friends, significant others, or family as well. I will comment closer to the event on what time I plan to be there.
More information on the event here: https://facebook.com/events/s/halloween-party/231182595551442/
October 30, 2021
Buckroe Beach Farmers Market
October 30, 2021 @ 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Buckroe Beach and Park
There is a farmer’s market almost every Saturday in May through October at Buckroe Beach in Hampton! I will be there most Saturdays around 10 am, but will post in the event if I cannot make it or have to come at a different time. You are still welcome to attend even if I am not there since the event is open to the public. On days that I am there, you are welcome to meet with me or walk around on your own. There is plenty of parking in the lots and on the streets nearby. I will not be taking attendance for these events. Hope to see some of you there!
Saturday Escapes – Memorable Nature Experiences
October 30, 2021 @ 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM at REI
NATURE EXPERIENCES. Saturdays.
Meet at REI.
Hop-on-board and join the fun we have on the Nature Bus!
TheNatureBus.com
You can join us most Saturdays! Make new friends. Get your nature fix. Breathe the fresh air and take in some quality time for yourself. Bring someone or come alone. Read our REVIEWS so you will be assured this is an awesome experience. TheNatureBus.com > Reviews
See our calendar of events below.
Please visit TheNatureBus.com website to get your TICKET.
You need a ticket to board the bus.
The website is also where you can read about our covid safety measures. Feel free to email the owner at info@TheNatureBus.com
or TEXT 757-288-9595
Find us on FB and IG. Follow us!
The calendar of events on the website give more details about each tour.
We add new tours every week. Check our website and FB often. TheNatureBus.com > Register > Calendar
SAVE THE DATES! Up-coming tours on The Nature Bus:
Saturday, May 29 Cycle the Capital Trail: Richmond to Jamestown (all-day tour for $40) The bus will pull a trailer for 16 bikes.
Saturday, June 5 Health & Wellness Botanical Tour with Author Vickie Shufer (10:30 am – 2:30 pm $30)
Saturday, June 12 Connecting with Nature: Forest Meditation (10:30 – 2:30 $25)
Sunday, June 13 The Great Dismal Swamp Tour (10 am – 3 pm $20)
Saturday, June 19 Ladies U-Pick Lavender and then Lunch (10:15 – 4:30 $35 Near Williamsburg)
More tours we are putting together; they’ll be on the website soon:
Saturday, June 26 White Water Rafting (Richmond)
Lunch & Lego Club
October 30, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Inside Out Learners
This event is intended for 9-12 year olds. *BRING YOUR OWN LUNCH* This unique club meets every Saturday from 12:00 – 1:00 pm. Our group leader facilitates Lego®-based activities, which may include but not be limited to: table top and out-of-seat games, art projects, free build, some healthy competition, and team-building exercises.
The cost for each Lunch n’ Lego session is $20 and there is a discount package available. An initial meet n’ greet must take place in advance of the learner’s first time attending any program at Inside Out Learners. To schedule this 15-minute appointment, please complete the form at this link: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/lunch-n-lego-club.html Regularly attending learners may contact us directly to register.
PLEASE NOTE: This program is formatted for those who are independent in using the restroom facilities, remain with the group, and refrain from elopement, aggressive, or otherwise disruptive behaviors that require a higher level of supervision.
Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat Halloween Family Fun Day
October 30, 2021 @ 3:30 PM to 6:00 PM at Heritage United Methodist Church
What: Sensory Friendly Trunk or Treat Halloween Family Fun Day
When: October 30th, 3:30 to 6:00 PM
Where: Park at the Heritage United Methodist Church, 815 Baker Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462 & Trunk or Treat is held at Chesapeake Bay Academy Parking Lot
Cost: FREE for individuals with autism of all ages and their families!
Halloween is right around the corner! Dress up in your best Halloween costume and join the Autism Society of Tidewater Virginia, Families of Autistic Children of Tidewater, the Virginia Autism Foundation, and the Ability Center of Virginia for an afternoon of spooky fun with trunk or treating, lawn games, and music.
There will also be free food from DC Fresh Eats thanks to our food truck sponsor Helianthus Positive Behavior Supports LLC, a local ABA company!
Pinot’s Palette – Van Gogh Starry Night – Halloween
October 30, 2021 @ 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Get your tickets here! Depending on how many people go we can try to sit together!
https://www.pinotspalette.com/norfolk/event/563755
October 31, 2021
A YOUNGER Dungeons & Dragons Group (ages 9-12) thru Inside Out Learners
October 31, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Online event
Become a part of our Dungeons and Dragons Club and develop friendships along the way! Roll the dice, explore dark dungeons, abandoned castles, and work together to overcome challenges as you create a world through a story. No need for prior experience, the Game Master will lead you to your vivid imagination of mighty heroes and medieval warriors (and slip in some social skills lessons as well).
Games will be played via a virtual platform on Sundays at 12:00 p.m. and will last anywhere from 1-2 hours. The cost is $20 per game, or purchase a discount package of 6 games for $100. We will continue this program at our learning center in person, once the pandemic restrictions have been lifted. Save your learner’s place at our virtual table by registering here: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/dungeons–dragons-club-ages-9-12.html Once you submit registration, you will be lead to where your payment can be made through the Inside Out Learners website. A link to join us on Zoom will be emailed or texted to you within 24 hrs prior to the start of the game.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (ages 12-17) thru Inside Out Learners
October 31, 2021 @ 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at Online event
Become a part of our Dungeons and Dragons Club! Roll the dice, explore dark dungeons, abandoned castles, and battle the monsters that describe a world through a story, while strengthening skills in working as a team, problem-solving, and collaborating with others! No need for prior experience, the Game Master will lead you to your vivid imagination of mighty heroes and medieval warriors.
Games will be played via a virtual platform on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. and run for 2 hours. The cost is $25 per game, or purchase a discount package of 6 games for $125. Contact us at: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/dungeons–dragons-club-ages-9–up.html and we will get in touch with you to determine if this program would be a good fit for your player.
November 1, 2021
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 1, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
Autism 201 Online Group Meeting
November 1, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Online event
Autism 201 Online Meeting held every other Monday!
Register to receive the meeting information: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=0olmRTb3s830
We will continue the conversation from our Autism 101 to discuss additional resources and services as our children progress into adulthood. Spend your lunch hour finding out what comes next on the Autism journey. This will be a virtual meeting hosted on Zoom.
Pub Quiz
November 1, 2021 @ 6:15 PM to 8:15 PM at Grace O’Malley’s Irish Pub & Restaurant
Pub Quiz is BACK!!!
Come eat, drink, talk, and have some FUN! Our team name is “Wonder Women”, and while we don’t often place high we are relatively competitive. The food here is always on point, and the style of trivia is more relaxed 😎 Enjoy!
**A cancellation less than 24 hours in advance will result in a NO SHOW flag.**
*If you know you have been directly exposed to someone with COVID or have had COVID yourself within the last two weeks- please DO NOT COME. Be respectful and responsible in regards to the current pandemic.*
P.S. If you’re not within walking distance, the easiest place to lark is in the parking garage at the mall. It’s only about a 3-4 block walk from there.
November 2, 2021
Parents of Adults with Autism Webchat
November 2, 2021 @ 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Online event
Join Kathryn Harris, our Virtual Programs Host, and Deena Morris and Deb Hotaling, our senior volunteers, for our Parents of Adults with Autism weekly webchat on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.
Topics to be announced.
DIRECT REGISTRATION LINK: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=8E!rJ4!WwGhy
If you are unable to register or need assistance, then please contact Kathryn Harris at events@tidewaterasa.org.
Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia
http://www.tidewaterasa.org
(757) 461-4474
Sensory Storytimes
November 2, 2021 @ 7:30 PM to 8:15 PM
A 45 minute interactive webinar that explores how you can tell stories in a sensory way in the early years. We also explore how sensory story telling can enhance development, learning and improve engagement in story time. Are you an early years practitioner who would like to add a bit more wow to your story time? We would love you to join us.
NB Unfortunately we do not record our webinars, we only run them as live events. Once a ticket has been purchased within 48 hours you will be sent a zoom link to register, sometimes this ends up in your spam / junk mail so please do check there also. If for some reason you have not received the email please email us directly at pauline@growingtogetherearlyyears.co.uk.
November 3, 2021
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 3, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
Autism 101 Online Meeting
November 3, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Online event
Has your loved one recently received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Are you looking for information and resources? Please join us for an hour of information and connection to local resources with Chapter Operations Manager, Nicole Miller, of the Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia.
This FREE meeting will be hosted online.
You can register using this link: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=lm5sD3Q06pc2
If you have any questions, then please call/text 757-461-4474 or email nicole.miller@tidewaterasa.org.
Thank you for joining us!
November 4, 2021
Parents of Children with Autism Webchat
November 4, 2021 @ 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Online event
Join Kathryn Harris, our Virtual Programs Host for our Parents of Children with Autism weekly webchat on Thursday evenings at 7:00 p.m.
Topic: General Discussion and Support Meeting
REGISTER TO SAVE YOUR SPOT!
http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=h3plG6!x432Q
If you are unable to register or need assistance, then please contact events@tidewaterasa.org or call/text (757) 461-4474.
Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia
http://www.tidewaterasa.org
November 5, 2021
New Moon Market + Drinks
November 5, 2021 @ 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
November 6, 2021
Special Day For Special Needs
November 6, 2021 @ 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Special Day For Special Needs will be help at Kay’s Acres Horseback riding.
Pony rides & interactive petting zoo encounters will be available to special needs families at no charge.
Please check in at red doors in parking lot.
For questions, please message Maria’s Guesthouse here on facebook.
Saturday Escapes – Memorable Nature Experiences
November 6, 2021 @ 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM at REI
NATURE EXPERIENCES. Saturdays.
Meet at REI.
Hop-on-board and join the fun we have on the Nature Bus!
TheNatureBus.com
You can join us most Saturdays! Make new friends. Get your nature fix. Breathe the fresh air and take in some quality time for yourself. Bring someone or come alone. Read our REVIEWS so you will be assured this is an awesome experience. TheNatureBus.com > Reviews
See our calendar of events below.
Please visit TheNatureBus.com website to get your TICKET.
You need a ticket to board the bus.
The website is also where you can read about our covid safety measures. Feel free to email the owner at info@TheNatureBus.com
or TEXT 757-288-9595
Find us on FB and IG. Follow us!
The calendar of events on the website give more details about each tour.
We add new tours every week. Check our website and FB often. TheNatureBus.com > Register > Calendar
SAVE THE DATES! Up-coming tours on The Nature Bus:
Saturday, May 29 Cycle the Capital Trail: Richmond to Jamestown (all-day tour for $40) The bus will pull a trailer for 16 bikes.
Saturday, June 5 Health & Wellness Botanical Tour with Author Vickie Shufer (10:30 am – 2:30 pm $30)
Saturday, June 12 Connecting with Nature: Forest Meditation (10:30 – 2:30 $25)
Sunday, June 13 The Great Dismal Swamp Tour (10 am – 3 pm $20)
Saturday, June 19 Ladies U-Pick Lavender and then Lunch (10:15 – 4:30 $35 Near Williamsburg)
More tours we are putting together; they’ll be on the website soon:
Saturday, June 26 White Water Rafting (Richmond)
Tidewater Autism Summit Safety Kit Sign-Up
November 6, 2021 @ 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at YMCA at JT’s Camp Grom
As part of the Tidewater Autism Summit, the Autism Society Tidewater Virginia is offering FREE SafeAssured ID kits, but families MUST sign-up in advance as each kit takes 10 minutes to complete. Once you RSVP, we will confirm your time and the location where you go to get the safety kit made. Thank you in advance for signing up!
Tidewater Autism Summit Breakout Session #1
November 6, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at YMCA at JT’s Camp Grom
During the Tidewater Autism Summit, the Autism Society Tidewater Virginia is proud to host 2 breakout sessions. Our first breakout session will be on the Legal Aspects of Autism Spectrum Disorder with Ms. Vania O’Keefe, Esq. of Morris, Crawford and Currin, P.C.
Session Topics: Guardianship, Conservatorship, Special Needs Trusts, and Estate Planning
Breakout Session Location: Join us in the Adventure Center by the Pool at JT’s Camp Grom during the annual Tidewater Autism Summit
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM
Tidewater Autism Summit Breakout Session #2
November 6, 2021 @ 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM at YMCA at JT’s Camp Grom
During the Tidewater Autism Summit on Saturday, November 6th, the Autism Society Tidewater Virginia is proud to host 2 breakout sessions. Our second breakout session will be on Virginia’s Medicaid Waivers and Medicaid Programs. Our guest speaker will be Mrs. Nicole Miller, Chapter Operations Manager of the Autism Society Tidewater Virginia.
Session Topics: Commonwealth Coordinated Care (CCC) Plus, Developmental Disabilities (DD) Medicaid Waivers Program, and other Medicaid Programs
Breakout Session Location: Join us in the Adventure Center by the Pool at JT’s Camp Grom during the annual Tidewater Autism Summit
Time: 1:30 – 2:30 PM
Magnificent Sunset Cruise in Pungo
November 6, 2021 @ 4:15 PM to 6:15 PM at Old Pungo Ferry Road Small Boat Launch
Guided boat tour with a Virginia Certified Ecotour Guide & US Coast Guard Certified Captain.
PC: Erik Moore
All tours are private with 1-4 guests and normally range from 2-4 hours. Enjoy the outdoors while relaxing on the water and experience beautiful scenery and view native birds and animals. Along the way while watching the sunset, learn about some of the fascinating local history, ecology, and environmental issues and successes of the area.
RSVP & Pay to Hold Your Spot
$25 per person https://www.paypal.me/suzinoyes
November 7, 2021
A YOUNGER Dungeons & Dragons Group (ages 9-12) thru Inside Out Learners
November 7, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Online event
Become a part of our Dungeons and Dragons Club and develop friendships along the way! Roll the dice, explore dark dungeons, abandoned castles, and work together to overcome challenges as you create a world through a story. No need for prior experience, the Game Master will lead you to your vivid imagination of mighty heroes and medieval warriors (and slip in some social skills lessons as well).
Games will be played via a virtual platform on Sundays at 12:00 p.m. and will last anywhere from 1-2 hours. The cost is $20 per game, or purchase a discount package of 6 games for $100. We will continue this program at our learning center in person, once the pandemic restrictions have been lifted. Save your learner’s place at our virtual table by registering here: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/dungeons–dragons-club-ages-9-12.html Once you submit registration, you will be lead to where your payment can be made through the Inside Out Learners website. A link to join us on Zoom will be emailed or texted to you within 24 hrs prior to the start of the game.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (ages 12-17) thru Inside Out Learners
November 7, 2021 @ 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at Online event
Become a part of our Dungeons and Dragons Club! Roll the dice, explore dark dungeons, abandoned castles, and battle the monsters that describe a world through a story, while strengthening skills in working as a team, problem-solving, and collaborating with others! No need for prior experience, the Game Master will lead you to your vivid imagination of mighty heroes and medieval warriors.
Games will be played via a virtual platform on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. and run for 2 hours. The cost is $25 per game, or purchase a discount package of 6 games for $125. Contact us at: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/dungeons–dragons-club-ages-9–up.html and we will get in touch with you to determine if this program would be a good fit for your player.
November 8, 2021
First Adventures Holiday Session: My First Cooking Class
November 8, 2021 @ 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at 1537 Laskin Rd
In this class, our littles will explore the kitchen in fun and exciting ways. Along with their grownups, they will learn basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and create awesome recipes each week. We will read stories that correspond with that week’s kitchen activity and allow the children to explore what it means to be a chef! At the end of the series, each child will take home a fun apron and a recipe book with the foods we made each week!
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 8, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
Autism 201 Online Group Meeting
November 8, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Online event
Autism 201 Online Meeting held every other Monday!
Register to receive the meeting information: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=0olmRTb3s830
We will continue the conversation from our Autism 101 to discuss additional resources and services as our children progress into adulthood. Spend your lunch hour finding out what comes next on the Autism journey. This will be a virtual meeting hosted on Zoom.
November 9, 2021
Parents of Adults with Autism Webchat
November 9, 2021 @ 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM at Online event
Join Kathryn Harris, our Virtual Programs Host, and Deena Morris and Deb Hotaling, our senior volunteers, for our Parents of Adults with Autism weekly webchat on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.
Topics to be announced.
DIRECT REGISTRATION LINK: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=8E!rJ4!WwGhy
If you are unable to register or need assistance, then please contact Kathryn Harris at events@tidewaterasa.org.
Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia
http://www.tidewaterasa.org
(757) 461-4474
November 10, 2021
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 10, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
Autism 101 Online Meeting
November 10, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Online event
Has your loved one recently received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? Are you looking for information and resources? Please join us for an hour of information and connection to local resources with Chapter Operations Manager, Nicole Miller, of the Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia.
This FREE meeting will be hosted online.
You can register using this link: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=lm5sD3Q06pc2
If you have any questions, then please call/text 757-461-4474 or email nicole.miller@tidewaterasa.org.
Thank you for joining us!
November 11, 2021
Veterans Day Celebration
November 11, 2021 @ 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Nauticus
Autism Society, Tidewater Virginia
http://www.tidewaterasa.org
November 13, 2021
Want to Runaway??? Here’s Your Chance! $20 a Raffle
November 13, 2021 @ 5:00 AM to 7:00 AM
Want to Run Away? Here is Your Chance (the winners will be announced on the 13tb – and the dates are flexible)
😎 $20 per raffle, $100 for 7 raffles
https://www.paypal.me/suzinoyes
South Day Trip Tour – See a Shipwreck, a really cool store, go 4 wheeling, check out Hatteras, Duck, Corollla, Carova, and hopefully see some wild horses near the VA border – yep…..Sandbridge.
*Camera – phone, point and shoot, DSLR – they all work 😊
*Includes Road Trip, Freedom, Secret Hidden Spots, Sun on Your Face & Salt in Your Hair, & Photography Tips, Off-Roading ($50 permit included), Laughter, Brew-Thru, Apps that Make Your Photos Pop. and friends 😉
Bring $$ forwhatever your heart desires.
*Must be willing to leave early
*Must love to see new places
*Must love 80s/90s Music 😂
*Must be able to roll with it
*lMust get along with others- multiple winners!
*Weather and Covid Dependent
*Date and time to be determined by winners and host
*All proceeds go to the local autism community
*Reserve must be met
Sensory Friendly Morning at the Virginia Aquarium
November 13, 2021 @ 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM at Virginia Aquarium & Marine Science Museum
We will open early exclusively for individuals and families wanting a quieter Aquarium experience with soft lighting, limited sounds, and other modifications. We hope that this special event will allow guests to enjoy the animals and exhibits at their own pace and ensure a comfortable visit for everyone, before the doors open to the general public at 9 a.m.
Cost: Members: FREE; Non-member adults: $24.95; Non-member children: $19.95
Phone: (757)385-FISH(3474)
Va Selfie Museum
November 13, 2021 @ 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Va Selfie Museum
We doing another selfie museum but this in Carrollton Va I will post the website where u can purchase your tickets please bring extra clothes and shoes and accessories I hope to see you there 😉 the attendance policy is in effect
Saturday Escapes – Memorable Nature Experiences
November 13, 2021 @ 10:30 AM to 2:30 PM at REI
NATURE EXPERIENCES. Saturdays.
Meet at REI.
Hop-on-board and join the fun we have on the Nature Bus!
TheNatureBus.com
You can join us most Saturdays! Make new friends. Get your nature fix. Breathe the fresh air and take in some quality time for yourself. Bring someone or come alone. Read our REVIEWS so you will be assured this is an awesome experience. TheNatureBus.com > Reviews
See our calendar of events below.
Please visit TheNatureBus.com website to get your TICKET.
You need a ticket to board the bus.
The website is also where you can read about our covid safety measures. Feel free to email the owner at info@TheNatureBus.com
or TEXT 757-288-9595
Find us on FB and IG. Follow us!
The calendar of events on the website give more details about each tour.
We add new tours every week. Check our website and FB often. TheNatureBus.com > Register > Calendar
SAVE THE DATES! Up-coming tours on The Nature Bus:
Saturday, May 29 Cycle the Capital Trail: Richmond to Jamestown (all-day tour for $40) The bus will pull a trailer for 16 bikes.
Saturday, June 5 Health & Wellness Botanical Tour with Author Vickie Shufer (10:30 am – 2:30 pm $30)
Saturday, June 12 Connecting with Nature: Forest Meditation (10:30 – 2:30 $25)
Sunday, June 13 The Great Dismal Swamp Tour (10 am – 3 pm $20)
Saturday, June 19 Ladies U-Pick Lavender and then Lunch (10:15 – 4:30 $35 Near Williamsburg)
More tours we are putting together; they’ll be on the website soon:
Saturday, June 26 White Water Rafting (Richmond)
Awesomely Autistic Adults (Online Support Meeting)
November 13, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Online event
Join us Saturday, Novebmer 13th at 12:00 p.m. for an online gathering of adults on the spectrum. Our Awesomely Autistic Adults online support group meeting will be a support/social group gathering led by our chapter operations manager, Nicole Miller.
Please go to this link to register to recieve the online meeting link: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=ywe8D3.xT9eX
Questions? Please email nicole.miller@tidewaterasa.org or call/text the office at 757-461-4474.
November 14, 2021
A YOUNGER Dungeons & Dragons Group (ages 9-12) thru Inside Out Learners
November 14, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Online event
Become a part of our Dungeons and Dragons Club and develop friendships along the way! Roll the dice, explore dark dungeons, abandoned castles, and work together to overcome challenges as you create a world through a story. No need for prior experience, the Game Master will lead you to your vivid imagination of mighty heroes and medieval warriors (and slip in some social skills lessons as well).
Games will be played via a virtual platform on Sundays at 12:00 p.m. and will last anywhere from 1-2 hours. The cost is $20 per game, or purchase a discount package of 6 games for $100. We will continue this program at our learning center in person, once the pandemic restrictions have been lifted. Save your learner’s place at our virtual table by registering here: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/dungeons–dragons-club-ages-9-12.html Once you submit registration, you will be lead to where your payment can be made through the Inside Out Learners website. A link to join us on Zoom will be emailed or texted to you within 24 hrs prior to the start of the game.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (ages 12-17) thru Inside Out Learners
November 14, 2021 @ 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM at Online event
Become a part of our Dungeons and Dragons Club! Roll the dice, explore dark dungeons, abandoned castles, and battle the monsters that describe a world through a story, while strengthening skills in working as a team, problem-solving, and collaborating with others! No need for prior experience, the Game Master will lead you to your vivid imagination of mighty heroes and medieval warriors.
Games will be played via a virtual platform on Sundays at 2:30 p.m. and run for 2 hours. The cost is $25 per game, or purchase a discount package of 6 games for $125. Contact us at: https://www.insideoutlearners.com/dungeons–dragons-club-ages-9–up.html and we will get in touch with you to determine if this program would be a good fit for your player.
November 15, 2021
First Adventures Holiday Session: My First Library/Art Class
November 15, 2021 @ 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at 1537 Laskin Rd
In this fun and engaging class, children and their caregivers will participate in an interactive story-telling session in the Friends newly renovated library. We will also sing songs, play games, and work on a fun art project that we be taken home after class.
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 15, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
November 16, 2021
Teen/Adult GameOn Gaming Center Video Social
November 16, 2021 @ 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Game on Gaming Center
Teen/Adult GameOn Gaming Center Video Social
This event is for ages 15 and up.
Join us for our monthly VIDEO Gaming Social that allow our teens and adults to get together, play games, socialize and generally have fun connecting with friends and making new friends!
Over 100 Video Games & Pizza Included in the $10 fee
In order to secure your spot, please RSVP here on Meetup and send in your $10 payment via the heart shaped donate button on our website, http://www.tidewaterasa.org or bring in $10 when you check-in. Thank you!
First Adventures Holiday Session: My First Garden Class
November 22, 2021 @ 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at 1537 Laskin Rd
In this class, we will spend time outdoors exploring the garden and learning all about growing our own foods. Along with our grownups, we will learn about planting and cultivating our own vegetables, herbs, and flowers and how to use those items in our own kitchens at home! At the end of each class, each child will take home what was planted that day and the series will conclude with each child bringing home a decorated pot to replant their herbs in, along with a bird house that they have decorated.
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 22, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
Autism 201 Online Group Meeting
November 22, 2021 @ 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at Online event
Autism 201 Online Meeting held every other Monday!
Register to receive the meeting information: http://chapter.tidewaterasa.org/srcr10main.php?tknbit=0olmRTb3s830
We will continue the conversation from our Autism 101 to discuss additional resources and services as our children progress into adulthood. Spend your lunch hour finding out what comes next on the Autism journey. This will be a virtual meeting hosted on Zoom.
First Adventures Holiday Session: My First Cooking Class
November 29, 2021 @ 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at 1537 Laskin Rd
In this class, our littles will explore the kitchen in fun and exciting ways. Along with their grownups, they will learn basic cooking skills, kitchen safety, and create awesome recipes each week. We will read stories that correspond with that week’s kitchen activity and allow the children to explore what it means to be a chef! At the end of the series, each child will take home a fun apron and a recipe book with the foods we made each week!
Walking Into Your Best Self
November 29, 2021 @ 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at Providence Park
What do you want for yourself? Acceptance? A healthier you? A stronger you? To be a committed person? To be proud of yourself? To be determined to do practice self-care? To be the person who DO NOT let themselves down?
Join us.
Every Mon/Wed let’s meet at 9:30-10:30 with other autism parents.
Here’s the twist…..
During our walks, we’ll vent, share happy moments, and discuss different books/podcasts/audibles.
The first one is “Decision” by Kevin Hart. It’s only available on audible. On 10/25, let’s commit to have listen to it all & have notes of your favorite pieces.
Podcasts welcomed too. Regular books welcomed as well. See you on the 25th – we are counting on you.
Zoolumination
November 29, 2021 @ 10:00 AM
The Virginia Zoo will welcome 29 new animals – the inflatable kind – in this exciting exhibition.
During the day, visitors can look up at a trio of towering 30-foot-tall giraffes and stare into the open mouth of a 5-foot-tall crocodile.
At night, guests will journey on Zoo grounds by car for the first-ever Zoo drive-thru. Watch the inflatable animal sculptures come to life with light in a spectacular visual experience and hear their compelling conservation audio story in this magical display.
