Sensory Processing Awareness Month: The Basics

October 3, 2024Education, ParentingAutism, Behavioral Health, Education, Family, Parent Support, Parenting, Resources, Sensory Friendly, Sensory Processing, Sensory Processing Awarenessby midwestautismcenter

Celebrating Sensory Processing Awareness Month

It's sensory-processing awareness month! Check out this blog to learn more about how sensory-processing affects kids on the Autism Spectrum.

Autism, Community Events, Family Event, Minnesota, Sensory Friendly

Sensory Friendly Event – Eagles Nest Indoor Playground

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 …

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Autism Society, Community Events, Family Event, Minnesota, Sensory Friendly

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center

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 …

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, Event, Family, Family Event, Holiday, Non Profit, Parent Support, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Fi & Friends Trick-or-Treat & Autism Safety

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

Autism, Drive Thru, Sensory Friendly

Fall Drive-Thru Event

Join us on October 20 for a Drive Thru Fall Event in the Valley Community Center Parking Lot in West Des Moines. Designed for those with Autism and other special needs to enjoy from the safety of their vehicles! Free entry to drive thru!

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, events, Family, Family Event, Non Profit, Resources, Sensory Friendly

3rd Annual Fall Carnival at Cultivating Hope Farms

Music, Sensory Friendly, Theater

Seussical: The Musical – Sensory Friendly

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 maddier@childrensperformingartsmn.org.

Event, Family Event, Michigan, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Sensory-Friendly Showing: Despicable Me 4

Activities, Autism, Autism Awareness, Community, Community Events, Family, Family Event, Resources, Sensory Friendly

Sensory Friendly Morning at the Iowa State Fair

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 …

Autism, Autism Awareness, Community Events, Outdoor, Resources, Sensory Friendly

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

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, …