Upcoming Events

February 25, 2012 (10:00am - 12:00pm)

Sensory Friendly Movie-Journey 2:The Mysterious Island

NEW LOCATIONS ADDED:
 
24 AMC Painters Crossing 9

112 Wilmington Pike

West Chester, PA 19382
610-558-4814
 
AMC Franklin Mills 14

1149 FranklinMills Circle

Philadelphia, PA 19154
215-612-2740
 
AMC Neshaminy 24
3900 Rockhill Dr.
Bensalem, PA 19020
215-396-8050
 
AMC Tilghman Square 8
4608 Broadway
Allentown, PA 18104
610-391-0772
 
AMC Cherry Hill
2121 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
856-486-7420
 
 24 AMC Hamilton
325 Sloan Avenue
Hamilton, NJ 08619

609-890-7937

 

 

AMC Entertainment and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting enviroment on a monthly basis.

 

With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down.

 

The "Silence is Golden" rule will not be enforced. People can talk, stim, jump, sing, do anything that they need to. It is designed to be a friendly supportive atmosphere.

 

There will be no previews or ads. Arrive on time. The movie will start at 10.

 

There will be a quiet theater available that has no movie running. If someone would like a break they can go to that nearby theater to unwind.

 

You can bring in your own food.

 

Enjoy the movie!
Patti Erickson
Greater Philadelphia Chapter
Autism Society of America

 

 

Location: Neshaminy, Franklin Mills, Painter's Crossing, and more...

March 24, 2012 (10:00am - 12:00pm)

Sensory Friendly Movie-Dr. Seuss' The Lorax

NEW LOCATIONS ADDED:
 
24 AMC Painters Crossing 9

112 Wilmington Pike

West Chester, PA 19382
610-558-4814
 
AMC Franklin Mills 14

1149 FranklinMills Circle

Philadelphia, PA 19154
215-612-2740
 
AMC Neshaminy 24
3900 Rockhill Dr.
Bensalem, PA 19020
215-396-8050
 
AMC Tilghman Square 8
4608 Broadway
Allentown, PA 18104
610-391-0772
 
AMC Cherry Hill
2121 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
856-486-7420
 
24 AMC Hamilton
325 Sloan Avenue
Hamilton, NJ 08619

609-890-7937

 

AMC Entertainment and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting enviroment on a monthly basis.
With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down.
The "Silence is Golden" rule will not be enforced. People can talk, stim, jump, sing, do anything that they need to. It is designed to be a friendly supportive atmosphere.
There will be no previews or ads. Arrive on time. The movie will start at 10.
There will be a quiet theater available that has no movie running. If someone would like a break they can go to that nearby theater to unwind.
You can bring in your own food.
Enjoy the movie!
Patti Erickson
Greater Philadelphia Chapter
Autism Society of America

Location: Franklin Mills, Neshaminy,Painters Crossing, Tilghman...

April 7, 2012 (10:00am - 12:00pm)

Sensory Friendly Movie showing of: Pirates! Band of Misfits

NEW LOCATIONS ADDED:
 
24 AMC Painters Crossing 9

112 Wilmington Pike

West Chester, PA 19382
610-558-4814
 
AMC Franklin Mills 14

1149 FranklinMills Circle

Philadelphia, PA 19154
215-612-2740
 
AMC Neshaminy 24
3900 Rockhill Dr.
Bensalem, PA 19020
215-396-8050
 
AMC Tilghman Square 8
4608 Broadway
Allentown, PA 18104
610-391-0772
 
AMC Cherry Hill
2121 Route 38
Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
856-486-7420
 
24 AMC Hamilton
325 Sloan Avenue
Hamilton, NJ 08619

609-890-7937

 

AMC Entertainment and the Autism Society of America have teamed up to bring families affected by autism a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting enviroment on a monthly basis.
With Sensory Friendly Films, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down.
The "Silence is Golden" rule will not be enforced. People can talk, stim, jump, sing, do anything that they need to. It is designed to be a friendly supportive atmosphere.
There will be no previews or ads. Arrive on time. The movie will start at 10.
There will be a quiet theater available that has no movie running. If someone would like a break they can go to that nearby theater to unwind.
You can bring in your own food.
Enjoy the movie!
Patti Erickson
Greater Philadelphia Chapter
Autism Society of America

Location: Franklin Mills, Neshaminy,Painters Crossing, Tilghman...

April 15, 2012 (11:00am - 4:00pm)

Autism Awareness Day at the Phila ZOO

Fun and Entertainment throughout the day.

Meet “Finley” from Camden Riversharks

Steve Pullara & Cool Beans Band

"Give and Take” Jugglers

Puppets Pizzazz

Magic by Michael Bonacci

Stacey’s Face Painters

Character appearances, Crafts, Tattoos/stickers for the kids, Information, Resource Fair plus Autism Merchandise and More!!!

TICKET FORM ATTACHED see below

PREVIEW FLYER  ATTACHED see below

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS see below

Location: Philadelphia Zoo

Download: Event Details!

April 1 - 30, 2012 (00:00am - 00:00pm)

Puzzle Ribbon Campaign 2012

Autism Society of America

Greater Philadelphia Chapter

 

2012 PUZZLE RIBBON CAMPAIGN

 

SPREAD AUTISM AWARENESS IN YOUR SCHOOL!

 

April is Autism Awareness Month.The Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Autism Society of America helps to spread Autism Awareness by providing FREE Autism Puzzle Ribbons to Pennsylvania schools in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia Counties.Nominate your school so that they can receive ribbons for every student and staff member at your school!The Chapter distributes Autism Awareness Ribbons to help start or compliment awareness activities in schools.Schools may receive the ribbons already assembled or receive the materials to assemble the ribbons.Assembling the ribbons makes a great service or vocational project.The Chapter likes to hear about awareness projects.Schools may send pictures or letters explaining how their school spreads awareness to the address listed below.Items received before April 12, 2012 will be displayed at the Autism Awareness Day at the Philadelphia Zoo on Sunday, April 15, 2012They may also be published in our Chapter NEWSLETTER.

 

What is the meaning of the PUZZLE RIBBON?

 

When you wear this ribbon it will show your support for individuals with Autism and help raise Autism Awareness.The puzzle pattern of the Autism Ribbon reflects the mystery and complexity of Autism.The different colors and shapes represent the diversity of the people and families living with the disorder.The brightness of the ribbon signals hope; hope through research and in the increase of awareness of people like you.

 

FILL OUT ATTACHED FORM

 

 

E-mail application to puzzleribbon@verizon.net

or mail to Patti Erickson, 536 Lawndale Ave; King of Prussia, PA  19406

 

Location: National Autism Awareness Month

Download: Event Details!