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Holiday Workshop from Facing Autism Inc.

Good Shepard Lutheran Church 1436 21st Ave N., Fort Dodge, IA, United States

Join Facing Autism Inc., in partnership with Golden Day and Axis Therapy Centers for a holiday event featuring cookie decorating, crafts, and other sensory fun. This event is designed for families with children on the Autism Spectrum or with other special needs, it is free 

Free

Sensory Spaces at Waukee Public Library

Waukee Public Library 950 S Warrior Lane, Waukee, IA, United States

On Saturday, December 9th, the Waukee Public Library will remain open for an extra hour for sensory-friendly browsing and inclusive programming. The Library will offer a dimmed calm room, computer availability, and access to library materials. Waukee has collaborated with other metro-area libraries to offer 

Free

Fundamentos del Autismo Seminarios Web: Programación escolar y otros recursos

Zoom Webinar

Presentadoras: Dayrin Lovan & Kelly Pelzel Serie de seminarios web gratuitos para padres o cuidadores primarios dehabla hispana con niños con un nuevo diagnóstico de autismo. ¡Todos son bienvenidos! Aviso: Parte del contenido será específico para Iowa. Las sesiones serán grabadas.

Free

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

Family Fest Waukee, IA

Lutheran Church of Hope 305 NE Dartmoor Drive, Waukee, IA, United States

Join Waukee Parks & Recreation for the annual FamilyFest on Saturday, January 20, 2024, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope - Waukee (305 NE Dartmoor Drive). This free, family-friendly event will help kiddos burn off some energy! Check out Waukee 

Free

Fi & Friends Parents Night Out

The MidAmerican Energy Company RecPlex 6500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Socialize with other Autism parents, enjoy some laughs, eat a delicious catered dinner, and walk away with a fun giveaway! Can’t make it due to childcare needs? No worries, Fi & Friends have you covered! Kids can be dropped off (in the same building) with 

$50

DSM Children’s Museum Sensory Friendly Glowtastic Egg Hunt

Des Moines Children's Museum 1551 Valley West Drive #108, West Des Moines, IA, United States

The 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 

$10

Sensory Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair

Iowa State Fair 3000 E Grand Ave,, Des Moines, United States

Sensory-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 

$12

Fi & Friends Trick-or-Treat & Autism Safety

Blue Compass 1601 48th Street, West Des Moines, IA, United States

Enjoy a sensory & autism-friendly Trick-or-Treat experience! Costumes are encouraged but not required. Event hosted by Fi & Friends!

Free

All Aboard Trick ‘r Treat

2330 w 42nd st MPLS, MN 55410 2330 w 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN, United States

A special Halloween hang out for the neurodiverse community and their families and friends. Expect candy, costumes and a street car ride!

$7

Sensory Friendly Showing of Frozen

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

Join the Autism Society of Iowa on Saturday, December 14th at 10:00am for a sensory-friendly showing of Frozen at Varsity Cinema in Des Moines. Thanks to the generous support of the BWA foundation, this event is free for all attendees! A small popcorn and medium 

Free