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29th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference

Marriott Minneapolis Airport Hotel 2020 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN, United States

This 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 States

All 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 

Free

Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike

Autism Society of Minnesota 2380 Wycliff St. Ste. 102, St Paul, MN

Challenges 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 

$10 – $25

Sensory Puppet Making with the Textile Center

Textile Center 3000 University Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Children's Theatre Company is proud to partner with the Textile Center to offer a puppet making camp for students on the autism spectrum. This camp offers low-stress, nurturing environments for youth who fall within the wide range of the autism spectrum. Students will explore the 

AuSM Professional Networking Group

Virtual Event

If you’re a professional who works with autistic clients – or are working towards your licensure so you can – AuSM’s Counseling and Consulting team has a resource to help you connect with therapists in our space.  AuSM’s Professional Networking Group offers a chance for 

Summer Pollinator Fest

Gale Woods Farm 7210 County Road 110 W, Minnetrista, MN, United States

Join Gale Woods Farm, Lowry Nature Center and community partners for a celebration of pollinators! Explore pollinator-friendly landscapes, the science of pollination, beekeeping, citizen science projects, conservation efforts and more. The event will feature hands-on learning, food tasting and you will learn ways you can 

Free

Saturday Fun/Respite Day

Laura Baker Services Association 211 Oak Street, Northfield, MN, United States

TIME FOR RESPITE AND SOCIAL INTERACTION A monthly program for families who care for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Adults and children ages 5 and above with special needs who live at home with their families are welcome to join LBSA on the second 

$20

Seussical: The Musical – Sensory Friendly

Hanifl Permorming Arts Center 4941 Long Ave, White Bear Lake, MN, United States

All Relaxed Performances are pay-what-you-can and advance reservations are not needed. For any specific accommodation requests or questions regarding Relaxed Performances please contact Maddie Ripperger at [email protected].

Camp Hand in Hand 2024

Camp Knutson 1148 Manhattan Pt Blvd, Crosslake, MN, United States

Camp Hand in Hand is held at Camp Knutson, north of Brainerd in Crosslake, Minn. on a peninsula between Trout Lake and Lower Whitefish Lake. This serene camp location features beautiful woodland settings with modern air-conditioned cabins and bathrooms. All of Camp Knutson’s facilities have 

Relaxed Performance – Spongebob the Musical Youth Edition

Children’s Performance Arts 6101 Scandia Trail, Forest Lake, MN, United States

For every mainstage show in their season, Children’s Performing Arts hosts a relaxed performance. This allows patrons with sensory, social, physical, and cognitive needs to attend a production in a safe and welcoming environment. Modifications to this performance include lights remaining dim in the audience, 

$24

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center

Walker Art Center 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN, United States

Sensory Friendly Sunday is a monthly event is designed for kids, teens, and adults with sensory processing differences, autism spectrum disorder or developmental disabilities. From 8 am to 11 am on the second Sunday of the month, the galleries will be closed to the general 

Sensory Friendly Event – Eagles Nest Indoor Playground

Eagles Nest 400 10th St. NW, New Brighton, MN, United States

Does your child or someone you are close to, have a child that has challenges with traditional playground settings? How about large crowds? New Brighton Parks and Recreation understands that not all children can attend the Eagles Nest during normal business timeframes. That is why