Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
Coffee Club is a space where autistic and neurodiverse adults can connect with each other, foster friendships, and build community while enjoying a favorite beverage and/or snack. Adults are welcome to bring items that make them feel comfortable, can stay as long as they’d like, stim, and parallel play.
Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
Coffee Club is a space where autistic and neurodiverse adults can connect with each other, foster friendships, and build community while enjoying a favorite beverage and/or snack. Adults are welcome to bring items that make them feel comfortable, can stay as long as they’d like, stim, and parallel play.
Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
Programming will engage participants in nature activities, museum and zoo visits, and other activities to foster learning, friendships, and fun. AuSM’s summer recreation sessions offer low-stress, accepting environments that promote learning and growth while celebrating neurodiversity.
Coffee Club is a space where autistic and neurodiverse adults can connect with each other, foster friendships, and build community while enjoying a favorite beverage and/or snack. Adults are welcome to bring items that make them feel comfortable, can stay as long as they’d like, stim, and parallel play.
Our popular collaborative class with CSz Twin Cities and Comedy Sportz returns to Center for Performing Arts on Saturdays, Saturdays from Feb. 17-March 23. Have fun while learning how to respond to the unexpected, engage in reciprocal interactions, and support fellow participants in keeping a scene moving forward. Ages 14-26 No prior improv experience is […]
Steps for Autism is all about supporting our community – and connecting people with services, supports, and each other. Help build an inclusive Minnesota by donating or registering as a fundraiser (or both!) to show your support for autistic people in your life.
Join Jillian Nelson, AuSM’s Community Resource and Public Policy Advocate, as she discusses the nuances of Minnesota service navigation.
This presentation will cover the basics of cognitive accessibility and cognitively accessible formats when writing for autistic people and other people with IDD.
This free event is great for parents of those with Autism and other sensory sensitivities to learn Swim and Water Safety to keep their children safe this summer. info@familyachieve.org 651.738.9888
Dive into an underwater world teeming with sea turtles, sharks, and seahorses. Each day, explore a different ocean habitat including coral reefs, tide pools, and estuaries.
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 positive and patient, and working toward the sense of independence and accomplishment that your child will experience when learning to ride his or her own bike.
Pack your field bag and camera (both provided) to explore Zoo animals and the countries their wild kin call home.
Get a glimpse into the most popular major for zoo professionals. The animal kingdom is a big and fascinating world to discover, and the Zoo is the perfect place to investigate. Explore the diversity of the animal kingdom through special talks and animal behavior studies.
Explore the forest, pond, and prairie habitats! Build a survival shelter with other campers. Start a campfire using different techniques and make a s’more. Try canoeing in our nearby lake. Meet our resident animals.
Have fun while learning how to respond to the unexpected, engage in reciprocal interactions, and support fellow participants in keeping a scene moving forward.
This year's Ride for Hope is a motorcycle ride that benefits AuSM. Starting at 9 a.m. on July 27, this year's ride includes four stops and wraps up with live music, meat raffle, dinner, and a classic car competition at The V by HH.
Work together to create interactive art exhibits using different creative arts mediums. Rotations include exhibit design, music, movement, and visual art.
Be inspired by the art seen in the galleries and make your own masterpieces in the studio while practicing social skills and making friends. Learn about new materials from air-dry clay to acrylic paints.
See Me is thrilled to host our inaugural See Me Neurodiverse Community Fest in Prior Lake on Sunday, September 8, 2024! As a nonprofit dedicated to supporting neurodiverse families, See Me Neurodiverse aims to foster inclusivity and raise awareness about neurodiversity in our community and beyond. We thought holding an event dedicated to neurodiversity would […]
Free Trolley Rides narrated in ASL! Carbarn tour at 7pm interpreted in ASL. All are welcome. Please note Streetcar has stairs and Carbarn is reachable from the Streetcar ride, or by walking down stairs, or by walking up the gravel and dirt path. This event is made possible by the Minnesota Streetcar Museum and People […]
Our 2024 AuSM Puzzle Competition will be held on September 28. This exciting event brings together puzzle enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels for a day of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or just looking for a fun family activity, this event has something for everyone. The competition will […]
Professional success is possible for every autistic adult. In this workshop, intended for autistic adults and those who support them, you will gain an understanding of key employment issues affecting the autism community and practical strategies for getting and keeping meaningful employment opportunities.
We are excited to remind you about our new learning series for parents and families, in collaboration between TEApoyo MN and the Multicultural Autism Action Network. These workshops are designed to help you better understand the educational rights of children and youth with disabilities and how to access and advocate for the necessary supports at school. 🧠💡 Here is the […]
We are excited to remind you about our new learning series for parents and families, in collaboration between TEApoyo MN and the Multicultural Autism Action Network. These workshops are designed to help you better understand the educational rights of children and youth with disabilities and how to access and advocate for the necessary supports at school. 🧠💡 Here is the […]
Join us on October 17 and 18 during the MEA break for our MICC Experience Days (previously named Preview Days)! We are excited to welcome autistic and neurodivergent young adults, their families, and professionals such as educators and therapists, to explore all that MICC has to offer. Free - Registration required Choose from our morning […]
Join us on October 17 and 18 during the MEA break for our MICC Experience Days (previously named Preview Days)! We are excited to welcome autistic and neurodivergent young adults, their families, and professionals such as educators and therapists, to explore all that MICC has to offer. Free - Registration required Choose from our morning […]
Join us on October 17 and 18 during the MEA break for our MICC Experience Days (previously named Preview Days)! We are excited to welcome autistic and neurodivergent young adults, their families, and professionals such as educators and therapists, to explore all that MICC has to offer. Free - Registration required Choose from our morning […]
Join us on October 17 and 18 during the MEA break for our MICC Experience Days (previously named Preview Days)! We are excited to welcome autistic and neurodivergent young adults, their families, and professionals such as educators and therapists, to explore all that MICC has to offer. Free - Registration required Choose from our morning […]
We are excited to remind you about our new learning series for parents and families, in collaboration between TEApoyo MN and the Multicultural Autism Action Network. These workshops are designed to help you better understand the educational rights of children and youth with disabilities and how to access and advocate for the necessary supports at school. 🧠💡 Here is the […]
Annual Inclusive Fun We’re excited to announce that the Southern Minnesota Autism Coalition is hosting our Annual Inclusive Trunk or Treat! We’re looking for individuals, businesses, and organizations interested in hosting a trunk for this special event on Friday, October 25th, from 5 PM to 7 PM. This event is a wonderful opportunity to create […]
The MNprov Mixers are a safe place for neurodivergent adults (18+) to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence, and decrease stress. No experience necessary. This event is FREE. Come every week, or only once, or somewhere in-between. Improv is inherently inclusive. All participants are needed for a scene to succeed, and everyone's suggestions are […]
The MNprov Mixers are a safe place for neurodivergent adults (18+) to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence, and decrease stress. No experience necessary. This event is FREE. Come every week, or only once, or somewhere in-between. Improv is inherently inclusive. All participants are needed for a scene to succeed, and everyone's suggestions are […]
Created and curated by people with autism and for people with autism, the purpose of the Autistic Community Summit is to provide a space for community building and sharing the knowledge and perspectives of Minnesota’s autistic community. This year’s summit is dedicated to amplifying the voices of autistic individuals and fostering a supportive community that embraces diversity, inclusion, and empowerment.
The MNprov Mixers are a safe place for neurodivergent adults (18+) to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence, and decrease stress. No experience necessary. This event is FREE. Come every week, or only once, or somewhere in-between. Improv is inherently inclusive. All participants are needed for a scene to succeed, and everyone's suggestions are […]
The MNprov Mixers are a safe place for neurodivergent adults (18+) to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence, and decrease stress. No experience necessary. This event is FREE. Come every week, or only once, or somewhere in-between. Improv is inherently inclusive. All participants are needed for a scene to succeed, and everyone's suggestions are […]
The MNprov Mixers are a safe place for neurodivergent adults (18+) to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence, and decrease stress. No experience necessary. This event is FREE. Come every week, or only once, or somewhere in-between. Improv is inherently inclusive. All participants are needed for a scene to succeed, and everyone's suggestions are […]
The MNprov Mixers are a safe place for neurodivergent adults (18+) to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence, and decrease stress. No experience necessary. This event is FREE. Come every week, or only once, or somewhere in-between. Improv is inherently inclusive. All participants are needed for a scene to succeed, and everyone's suggestions are […]
Interested in sharing an event with the Minnesota autism community? You can share information on our submission form and we’ll post your event to our calendar!
