This is not an official SEED Lafayette event, however it’s something we thought our community should know about.

“Meet Dr. Temple Grandin live at the Orinda Theatre, as part of Elevate Every Voice by Las Trampas, the leading program in the East Bay that focuses on empowering adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Temple Grandin is one of the most influential voices of our time: an animal science professor, inventor, and advocate whose groundbreaking work has transformed both animal welfare and our understanding of autism. As a Distinguished Professor at Colorado State University, she has revolutionized humane livestock handling with designs that are now industry standards worldwide.

In 2025, USA TODAY named Dr. Grandin one of its Women of the Year, honoring her as one of just 61 women nationwide recognized for breaking barriers and inspiring lasting change. Her extraordinary journey is also the subject of the new award-winning feature documentary, An Open Door, which has captivated audiences at festivals across the globe and is now streaming worldwide.

From her early years navigating nonverbal autism to her rise as a world-renowned scientist and advocate, Dr. Grandin’s story is one of courage, innovation, and hope. Her voice continues to inspire millions and this event offers a rare opportunity to hear her wisdom, experience her perspective, and be moved by her vision for a more inclusive and compassionate world.”

Find out more at https://www.orindamovies.com/events/58978-an-evening-with-temple-grandin/ or email tickets@orindatheater.com

This is not a SEED-sponsored event, however it is a community resource that our community might be interested in.

“The City of Walnut Creek is excited to host our 2nd Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair in partnership with Care Parent Network! Our 2026 resource fair will be hosted on Saturday, March 7th from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.  We invite cities in Contra Costa County that provide programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to apply to be a vendor. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the various services available in Contra Costa County, talk to experts in each organization, and engage with other members and care providers of the IDD community. This is a great opportunity for vendors to connect in-person with the IDD community to learn more about their needs and market your programs! Click here to apply. Questions? Contact me via email at dixon@walnut-creek.org or via telephone at (925) 943-5899 ext. 2439. “

This is not a SEED sponsored event, but we thought our community would appreciate it. This event is also not free.

“Join us for a morning of inspiration and gratitude as we spotlight the power of design, compassion, and community collaboration. We invited businesses, organizations, residents and community leaders.”

“Breakfast provided by Sunrise Bistro & Catering. Sunflower Hill will present Designing Dignity: Inclusive Housing for Neurodivergent Communities.”

$45 / person

Register at www.lafayettechamber.org/breakfast

This is not a SEED sponsored event, but we thought we should share it with our community.

“Sunflower Hill presents a FREE webinar series offering practical guidance for families supporting a loved one with special needs. Covering key topics such as estate planning, public benefits, future financial planning, and tax-smart charitable strategies, each session is designed to help families make informed decisions and create a secure, well-structured plan for their loved one’s future.”

“Session 3: Tax Planning and Charitable Tools in Special Needs Planning.

• Federal Gift & Estate Tax Rules

• Donor Advised Funds (DAFs)

• Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)

• Applications to Special Needs Families

• Case Study”

“With Ellen Cookman (JD, LLM, Principal of Cookman Law), Sara Hire (Counsel, GPM), & Daniel Cutter (Financial Advisor, Senior VP, CRPC, Merrill Lynch)”

Register at www.sunflowerhill.org/events/webinar

This is not a SEED-sponsored event, but it’s one that we wanted to share with our community.

“Caregiving, for a loved one of any age, is often a 24/7 responsibility. Though it can be deeply meaningful, it can also be incredibly exhausting. Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s necessary in preventing burnout.

Join Renee Dahlke Zaloumis, LCSW, to learn how to support yourself through better sleep, nutrition, movement, social connection, and mindfulness. You deserve to feel well, too. Your mental and physical health directly affect your ability to help others, maintain relationships, and manage daily life.”

Event is free, but registration is required: https://www.lllcf.org/caregiverwellness

This is not a SEED sponsored event. However we feel like this could be relevant to our community. This is a ZOOM training put on by Matrix Parents at the Marin Center for Independent Living. This is an introductory training on all the pages that are in an IEP. Find out more about Matrix Parents here: https://www.matrixparents.org

Register for their training here: https://www.tfaforms.com/5187835