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“Transitioning From High School” Lunch and Learn

Zoom

Presenter, Mari Brown, ASK Resource Center Mari Brown (recently changed from Reynolds) is the Data Coordinator and Transition Iowa Project Coordinator for ASK Resource Center.  She has a B.A. degree from Grand View College and  has worked for ASK Resource Center since 2002.  Most of 

“Sleep and Autism” Lunch and Learn

Zoom

Presenters – Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller, M.D. and Todd Kopelman, Ph.D. Dr. Suzanne Bartlett Hackenmiller is an OB-Gyn and integrative physician and the parent of an adult son with autism. She splits her time between Iowa and Arizona seeing patients in person and via telehealth.”   Dr. 

Sensory-Friendly Saturday at Bell Museum (MN)

Bell Museum 2088 Larpenteur Ave W, St. Paul, MN, United States

This monthly series provides a welcoming and accessible environment for individuals, families, and children who have sensory sensitivities. Experience our Minnesota Journeys gallery, temporary exhibits, the Touch & See Lab, and a brief planetarium show at 8:45 am—all with lowered lighting, quieter sounds, and fewer 

$15

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

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 Showing of Frozen

Varsity Cinema 1207 25th St, Des Moines, IA, United States

Take your little one to see Disney’s Frozen in an adapted theater environment. This event is free thanks to the support of BWA. Each attendee will receive a small popcorn and medium drink.

Free

Sensory-Friendly Valentine’s Day Dance

Prairie Ridge Church 825 NW 36th St., Ankeny, IA, United States

Get your boogie on at this Sensory-Friendly Valentine’s Dance at Prairie Ridge Church in Ankeny! This event will be adapted to accommodate individuals with a range of sensory-challenges with low lighting and sounds as well as sensory spaces for decompression. Admission is $10/guest or $40 

$10

Autism Advocacy Day at the Iowa Wild

Wells Fargo Arena 833 5th Avenue, Des Moines, IA, United States

Show up and show out for the Iowa Wild at this adapted game! Tickets are $20/person with $5 from each ticket sale going directly to The Autism Society of Iowa and TravelingWiki Foundation. This event will have sensory-spaces available to accommodate guests of all abilities! 

$20