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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

Pool Party at Rosedale Rapids (Facing Autism, Inc.)

Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center 3230 10th Ave N, Fort Dodge, IA, United States

On 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, 

Free

Adaptive Sports Iowa Outdoor Rec Day

Easter Lake 3 2830 Easter Lake Dr, Des Moines, IA

Explore 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 

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 

Sensory 101 Virtual Training from ChildServe

Virtual

Sensory processing is a term you might have heard or read about, but what does it mean? For every child and family, sensory processing and sensory regulation can look different.ChildServe occupational therapists, Danielle Hubby and Katie McCabe, will present on what sensory processing is and 

Free

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 

Adaptive Horseback Riding

Menagerie Stables

Menagerie Stables provides adaptive riding lessons, saddle seat riding lessons, and volunteer opportunities. During the adaptive riding lessons, children learn how to ride, care for horses, practice social skills, and receive sensory input. Monday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM 

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