Events
Catch Vickie Rubin live at various events, from keynotes to book signings. She brings a blend of personal experience and pro insights on special needs advocacy and personal journeys.
Want Vickie at your event? Just give her a shout!
Events
Event: Roswell Park Family First Speaker Series –
Summary : This presentation explores the profound impact a medical or developmental complex diagnosis has on the entire family—parents, grandparents, siblings, and caregivers. Through personal stories and lived experience, Vickie Rubin highlights the power of hope, family resilience, and the strength that emerges when communities truly listen.
Key themes include the importance of advocacy, what it means to show up for families in meaningful ways, and how support systems can foster healing and connection.
This session is ideal for families, healthcare providers, educators, and therapists seeking a deeper understanding, practical insight, and inspiration.
Date: November 18, 2025
Event: PBS Short Aging Together –
PBS Summary : Author Vickie Rubin appreciates the beauty in life’s unforeseen turns and recognizes the amazing opportunity that retirement provides for rediscovering forgotten interests and passions. Producer – Lukia Costello Principal Photography – Steve Rosenthal Secondary Photography – Lukia Costello Editing and Sound Design – Lukia Costello Funding for Aging Together was provided in part by the New York State Education Department.
Date: Catch me on PBS – Ongoing or click on YouTube link
Hosted by the Williamsville PTSA Council since 1976, this event features 160 booths spread across two buildings. You’ll find a variety of handmade gifts to suit all tastes and budgets, including books, knits, home decor, and jewelry. Snacks are available from student groups, and there’s free, accessible parking. All proceeds go toward student scholarships at three local high schools. Come shop local and find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list.
Event: Evergreen Health
Venue: ZOOM
Date: 1/10/2024
Previous Keynote & Speaking Events
Event: DDAWNY: 35th Developmental Disability Awareness Day– Keynote Speaker
Venue: The Conference Center Niagara Falls (Niagara Falls, NY)
Date: 8/1/2023
I was honored to be the Keynote Speaker!
About Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day (DDDAY)
Celebrating 35 years as the largest conference of its kind in the United States!
For 35 years, Developmental Disabilities Awareness Day (DDDAY) has grown into the largest U.S. conference on developmental disabilities. With keynotes, entertainment, an art room, vendor fair, and awards, it owes its success to a community of presenters. These include individuals, parents, and professionals from Western New York, who create an informative event.
Professionals from various agencies specializing in services for people with developmental disabilities will be available to offer guidance and information about their services.
DDDAY is a cornerstone of the Western New York community, connecting agencies, vendors, direct support professionals, and the people they support. The event grows more comprehensive each year.
Awards for personal achievement, service provider of the year, community service, and caregiver of the year are presented at the luncheon, hosted by a local celebrity.
The event also features an art show by local artists with disabilities, a Healthy You forum, and a variety of entertainment—from music to spoken word to dance.
The DDDAY website will serve as a one-stop location for registration and information on the conference.
Event: Presentation on Advocacy and “Ask the Author”
Venue: Bornhava Early Childhood Center (Amherst, NY)
Date: 5/12/2022
Event: People of the Book Author Series: Author Event & Book Signing with Vickie Rubin-Keynote Speaker
Venue: JCC of Greater Buffalo (Amherst, NY)
Date: 12/9/2021
Event: 2021 Fall Makers + Shakers
Venue: Buffalo Powerhouse (Buffalo, NY)
Date: 11/26/2021 – 11/27/2021
Event: Jewish Buffalo: A Conversation with Vickie Rubin
Date: 10/19/2021
Event: JAFCO: Annual In My Shoes Luncheon- Keynote Speaker
Venue: Boca West Country Club (Boca Raton, FL)
Date: 10/14/2021
Serving as the keynote speaker!
Event: Lions of Judah
Date: 10/7/2021
Served as the Keynote Speaker!
Event: CJEL Belonging Event
Venue: Glen Oak Golf Club (East Amherst, NY)
Date: 2/10/2021
Served as Keynote Speaker!
Event: Book Release Event
Venue: Glen Oak Golf Club (East Amherst, NY)
Date: 8/10/2021
Event: Program for Jewish Disability Awareness
Date: 2/10/2021
Book Signings
Event: Home Beneath Our Feet’s Sensory Garden: Grand Opening
Venue: Home Beneath Our Feet (Buffalo, NY)
Date: 6/17/2023
Come visit Jess and me at our table at the grand opening of an All-Inclusive Sensory Garden Event!
Event: Book Signing
Venue: Dog Ears Bookstore (South Buffalo, NY)
Date: 12/9/2023
Event: Book Signing to Benefit People Incorporated
Venue: Spruce On Main (Amherst, NY)
Date: 7/21/2022
Event: Book Signing
Venue: Ellicottville Memorial Library (Ellicottville, NY)
Date: 7/20/2022
Event: Book Signing
Venue: The Bookworm & BW Gifts (East Aurora, NY)
Date: 6/11/2022
Event: Book Signing
Venue: The Bookworm & BW Gifts (East Aurora, NY)
Date: 6/11/2022
Event: Book Signing
Venue: Oishei Children’s Hospital (Buffalo, NY)
Date: 12/13/2021
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