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Author Meet & Greet, Barnes & Noble: Woodbury, MN
2022-10-22 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Barnes & Noble, 375 Radio Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125
Join me at Barnes & Noble in Woodbury, Minnesota on Saturday, October 22 at 1:00 pm for a meet and greet with me and book signing. I will be sharing my favorite parts of the book and answering questions.

Rain Taxi's Twin Cities Book Festival
2022-10-15 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Minnesota State Fair Grounds, 1265 Snelling Ave N, St. Paul, MN
The 2022 Twin Cities Book Festival takes place in-person on Saturday, October 15th from 10:00am to 5:00pm, free of charge! The festival offers all the joys of in-person browsing, meeting writers and publishers, and activities for readers age 1 to 101. Come visit me at my booth, grab a book, and get it signed. I am so excited to meet you!
UPDATE: I will be featured between 1:00 pm and 1:45 pm so to see me and have your book signed, please arrive by this time.
The TCBF is committed to being accessible to all, so we have never charged admission. Rain Taxi pays for the festival through individual donations, grant funding, and sponsors.
Covid-19 safety protocols will be in place, and mask-wearing is strongly encouraged.

Facebook Live: Navigating Puberty
2022-10-12 20:30 - 21:30 (America/Chicago)
Join my supporter group, Coop’s Troops, on Facebook for a live discussion on puberty. This is a supporter only discussion and will include Kate, Jenn Dunn of Keeping up with Kya, and Theresa Duffy.
To join Coop’s Troops click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Author Meet and Greet, Nobles County Library Program
2022-10-06 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Worthington Nobles County Library, 407 12th St., Worthington, Minnesota
Join Kate Swenson at the Nobles County Library in Worthington, MN for a meet and greet, reading, and book signing.

Living With Autism Virtual Workshop 2022
2022-10-04 09:00 - 22:30 (America/New_York)
Kate Swenson will be speaking at the Living with Autism Virtual Workshop. A 3-day virtual autism conference featuring Temple Grandin, Kate Swenson of “Finding Cooper’s Voice” and more autism advocates. Now more than ever, families living with autism need support, inspiration and connection. That’s just what you’ll find at the virtual Living With Autism Workshop. Running 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m. EST Oct. 3-5 (Monday-Wednesday).
Kate Swenson’s Workshop: Oct 4th, 9-10:15 a.m. EST — What I Learned ‘Finding Cooper’s Voice’.
Multiple info-packed sessions over 3 days
Tune in for advice and panel discussions with some of the top therapists, advocates and experts in the autism world.
Access to ALL recordings after the event
Can’t decide what to attend or need to skip a day? You’ll get recordings of everything at the end.
Resources within reach
At just $25, our 15th annual event is BOTH affordable and accessible.

Deep Valley Book Festival
2022-10-01 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Wow! Zone, 2030 Adams Street, Mankato, MN, United States
Kate Swenson will be meeting with readers and signing books at the Deep Valley Book Festival. The DVBF connects readers and writers in a celebration of literature and literacy. This FREE family event brings people together to celebrate our vibrant literary culture. Visit with a favorite author or meet a new one, have your book signed, or listen to authors talk about their works. The festival features programs, workshops, speakers, panel discussions, book giveaways, and more.​​​

Facebook Live Autism Parenting Series – Finding the Joy (Subscriber Only)
2022-09-29 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live (on Facebook) discussion on finding the joy. Throughout her journey raising her 11 year old autistic son, Cooper Kate has learned the importance of always searching out the joy. Learn about their journey and how they find the joy. This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troop.
Coop’s Troop is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troop, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Author Meet and Greet, Autism Resource Fair, Minnesota
2022-09-27 14:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | 2025 E River Pkwy, 2025 E River Pkwy, Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55414
At the Metro Autism Community Resource Fair, you will be connected to a wide variety of resources to help support children and adults with autism in the seven-county metro area. This event is open to the public and people of all ages and stages of their autism journey are welcome to attend. Keep checking back for more details!

Location: 2025 E River Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55414

Facebook Live Autism Parenting Series – Aggression (Subscriber Only)
2022-09-26 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live (on Facebook) discussion on aggression. Kate and her 11 year old son Cooper have had to navigate the conflicting and heartbreaking challenges aggression brings. Learn about their journey and how they have handled it. This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troops.
Coop’s Troop is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troop, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Author Meet and Greet, Changing Hands Bookstore, Tempe, Arizona
2022-09-23 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Changing Hands Bookstore, Tempe, Arizona, 6428 South McClintock Drive, Tempe, Arizona
Spend an evening with Kate at Changing Hands Bookstore in Tempe Arizona.
Author Kate Swenson discusses and signs her book Forever Boy.
ABOUT THE LIVE EVENT

Masks are required.

ABOUT THE BOOK
NATIONAL BESTSELLER
With her popular blog, Finding Cooper’s Voice, Kate Swenson has provided hope and comfort for hundreds of thousands of parents of children with Autism. Now, Kate shares her inspiring story in this powerful memoir about motherhood and unconditional love
When Kate Swenson’s son Cooper was diagnosed with severe, nonverbal autism, her world stopped. She had always dreamed of having the perfect family life. She hadn’t signed up for life as a mother raising a child with a disability.
At first, Kate experienced the grief of broken dreams. Then she felt the frustration and exhaustion of having to fight for your child in a world that is stacked against them. But through hard work, resilience and personal growth, she would come to learn that Cooper wasn’t the one who needed to change. She was. And it was this transformation that led Kate to acceptance–and ultimately joy. In Forever Boy, Kate shares her inspiring journey with honesty and compassion, offering solace and hope to others on this path and illuminating the strength and perseverance of mothers.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Kate Swenson is the creator of the blog and Facebook page Finding Cooper’s Voice. She speaks regularly about autism, parenting and motherhood, and is a contributor to TODAY Parents, the “TODAY” show and the Love What Matters blog. Her mission is to create a safe space for families of children and teens with special needs to come together and laugh, cry and support each other. She lives in Minnesota with her family.

Facebook Live Autism Parenting Series – Siblings/Family (Subscriber Only)
2022-09-22 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live (on Facebook) discussion on siblings and family. Her son Cooper is 11 years old and has three younger siblings. Learn about their journey and how they work together as a family unit to help everyone thrive. This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troops.
Coop’s Troops is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troops, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group
2022-09-21 18:30 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Lake Middle School, 3133 Pioneer Drive, Woodbury, MN, 55125, United States
Please join us at the first Forever Parents, an Autism Support Group with Kate Swenson from Finding Coopers Voice. This is an in-person event in Woodbury, Minnesota for parents and caregivers of children (any age) with disabilities. This will be a safe place for caregivers to discuss their experiences and share resources. This group will also provide caregivers with information, training and tools, and assist caregivers in building a supportive network. And most importantly, gives parents and caregivers a place to meet one another and connect, share, ask, and learn.
ADULTS ONLY. All parents and caregiver’s welcome.
You must register by Sunday 9/18/22 with who is all attending. There is a limit of 30 slots available.

Facebook Live Autism Parenting Series – Marriage (Subscriber Only)
2022-09-19 21:00 - 22:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live (on Facebook) discussion on marriage. Kate and her husband Jamie have been through many ups and downs including divorce and reunification. Learn about their journey and how they navigate their marriage. This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troops.
Coop’s Troops is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troops, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Facebook Live Autism Parenting Series - Communication (Subscriber Only)
2022-09-14 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live (on Facebook) discussion on communication. Her son Cooper is 11 years old and communicates in a variety of ways including sign language, sounds, gestures, and a speech device. Learn about their journey and how she helped her son learn to communicate. This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troops.
Coop’s Troops is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troops, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Facebook Live Autism Parenting Series – Toileting (Subscriber Only)
2022-09-13 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago)
Join Kate Swenson of Finding Cooper’s Voice for a live (on Facebook) discussion on toileting. Kate has been through the process of toilet training her autistic and nonspeaking son. Learn about their journey and how they navigated toileting. This event is for members of Kate’s Supporter Group on Facebook called Coop’s Troops.
Coop’s Troops is an online, paid, subscription group that gets you access to more content from Kate and her family as well as connects you with other people who live your same life. You can ask questions, share, zoom, connect, and more. Kate even offers in-person private events in Minnesota and places she travels.
To join Coop’s Troops, click here: https://www.facebook.com/becomesupporter/findingcoopersvoice/

Forever Boy Book Launch
2022-04-05 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
With her popular blog, Finding Cooper’s Voice, Kate Swenson has provided hope and comfort for hundreds of thousands of parents of children with Autism. Now, Kate shares her inspiring story in this powerful memoir about motherhood and unconditional love Forever Boy – launching April 5, 2022.
