Community Event
DSM Children’s Museum Sensory Friendly Glowtastic Egg Hunt
Des Moines Children's Museum 1551 Valley West Drive #108, West Des Moines, IA, United StatesThe fourth Friday of each month is our Sensory Friendly play time for children on the autism spectrum or with other sensory sensitivities and their families to connect and explore. This month will be extra special with a continuous glow in the dark egg hunt …
Sensory-Friendly Concert with the Minnesota Orchestra
Minnesota Orchestra Hall: Target Atrium 1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesJoin the Minnesota Orchestra on Tuesday, March 26th at the Target Atrium for a sensory-friendly concert experience in a relaxed environment where all audience members are welcome to be who they are while enjoying music with family and friends. This program is hosted by Lyndie …
Disability Justice Day at the Capital (St. Paul, MN)
Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard, St Paul, MN, United StatesThe Disability Advocacy Rally at the Minnesota State Capitol is a time for people with disabilities, their allies, and their supporters to come together and advocate for policy change. There's greater strength in numbers, so please join the Autism Society of Minnesota and their community …
Alice in Wonderland at Children’s Theatre Company
Children's Theatre Company 2400 3rd Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN, United StatesTake a tumble down the rabbit hole with Alice and you’ll land in a wonderfully wacky world of rhymes and ridiculousness, checkerboards and cheeky cats, Mad Hatters and mayhem. In this head-spinning show, Alice chases the White Rabbit through the audience, attends the most absurd …
Fi & Friends Autism Resource Fair (Clive, IA)
Horizon Events Center 2100 NW 100th St, Clive, IA, United StatesJoin Fi & Friends for their 2nd annual Autism Resource Fair. A safe and inclusive space designed to connect autistic individuals, families, and educators with community resources and support. About Fi & Friends Fi & Friends is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit located headquartered in Des …
29th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference
Marriott Minneapolis Airport Hotel 2020 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN, United StatesThis year’s conference will feature keynote speakers Devon Price, Dr. Paula Kluth, and Lydia Dawley, as well as breakout sessions tailored for all audiences including autistics, family members, educators, and professionals. Visit the AuSM Shop, gather information from key autism exhibitors, and spend your conference days networking and learning …
Steps for Autism Minnesota
ROC at the St. Louis Park Rec Center 3700 Monterey Drive, St Louis Park, MN, United StatesAll funds raised through Steps for Autism stay in Minnesota to make a positive local impact within the autism community. Steps for Autism’s resource fair is the primary reason many participants come to this annual event. Individuals, families, businesses, and community groups are encouraged to …
Pool Party at Rosedale Rapids (Facing Autism, Inc.)
Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center 3230 10th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA, United StatesOn June 8th, Facing Autism, Inc. is hosting a private pool party for children with special needs and their families. This event is free for families and will take place at Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Check out Facing Autism, …
Adaptive Sports Iowa Outdoor Rec Day
Easter Lake 3 2830 Easter Lake Dr, Des Moines, IAExplore the great outdoors! Adaptive Sports Iowa is hosting an Outdoor Rec Day at Easter Lake on June 15th, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Adapted equipment will be available, along with volunteers to assist with transferring as needed. Non-adapted equipment is also available for …
Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike
Autism Society of Minnesota 2380 Wycliff St. Ste. 102, St Paul, MNChallenges with body awareness, balance and motor control, and hand-eye coordination can make riding a bike difficult. Learn a number of tips for successful bike riding including purchasing equipment, making bike adjustments, breaking down riding into smaller steps, clothing protection, practice makes perfect pedaling, staying …
Sensory Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair
Iowa State Fair 3000 E Grand Ave,, Des Moines, United StatesSensory-Friendly Morning returns to the Fair for the third year in 2024 and has grown in popularity with special programming modifications, designated educational areas, clear directional signage and trained volunteers throughout the Fairgrounds. Extra consideration has been given to environmental factors at the Fair that …
Make Your Mark! Conference
Gateway Hotel & Conference Center 2100 Green Hills Drive, Ames, IA, United States2024 Conference Theme: Grow Where You Are Planted The Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council (DD Council) Make Your Mark! Conference is geared toward Iowans with disabilities who want to be more involved in advocacy at a local, state, or federal level. Parents, family members, caregivers, direct …