A free forum for parents about autism and safety. A retired fire captain and a police sergeant share ways to keep children with autism safe. Learn how to work with first responders.

A Halloween party for the art class Brushes, Buddies, and Beyond for Autism. Young artists with autism celebrate the end of the session. Costumes are welcome.

A conference about special needs from childhood to adult life. The Autism Society of Louisiana and the CENLA Down Syndrome Association present it. Families and professionals are welcome.

A free training about Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for teachers and other professionals. Learn ABA methods to support students with autism. It takes place at the East Bank Regional Library in Metairie.

Dancing for Autism is a ballroom dance competition of the Autism Society of Louisiana. There is a silent auction and entertainment. Guests must be 18 or older.

A free first session of Brushes, Buddies, and Beyond for Autism with artist Jeff Duke. People with autism can try painting in a calm group. It is a good way to see if the class is a fit.

An art show of works by participants of Brushes, Buddies, and Beyond for Autism. There are refreshments and a silent auction. The money goes to the young artists.