AuSM

Weekly “Disability and Progress” radio show on KFAI-FM
2023-10-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-10-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-28 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-21 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-14 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-09-07 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-08-31 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-08-24 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) and 3 more dates | MN
On the weekly radio show “Disability and Progress,” Sam Jasmine interviews people on many disability topics, including arts, health, technology, special events. Listen Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm at 90.3 KFAI-FM Minneapolis, stream online, download the app for your smart device, or access the podcasts. Shows are subject to change.
To hear the current Disability and Progress show, or the previous week’s show, download Real Audio Player to your device or put the app on your smart phone. To receive a weekly email about the next show, or to offer feedback or suggest future interview subjects, call 612-341-3144, email disabilityandprogress@samjasmine.com, or mail KFAI, Attention: Disability and Progress, 1808 Riverside Ave. S., Box 116, Minneapolis MN 55454.
disabilityandprogress@samjasmine.com
Thursdays, 6:00-7:00 PM
Sam Jasmine, Producer

Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center
2023-10-08 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-09-10 08:00 - 11:00, 2023-08-13 08:00 - 11:00 | Walker Art Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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 public, and sound and light levels will be adjusted, allowing visitors to enjoy the museum in a calm environment with accommodations such as quiet spaces, fidgets, and sunglasses available. Experience select Walker exhibitions, make art, watch a short film, or just hang out in a different setting. Featured exhibitions and activities change each month. Visit https://walkerart.org/visit/sensory-friendly-sundays/ for more information or to register.
Sensory Friendly Sunday was developed in consultation with the Autism Society of Minnesota (AuSM) and the University of Minnesota’s Occupational Therapy Program.
For more information about accessibility at the Walker, visit our Access page: https://walkerart.org/visit/accessibility.

See Me Neurodiverse support meeting
2023-10-05 19:00 - 20:30, 2023-09-07 19:00 - 20:30 | See Me Neurodiverse, 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN, 55378
This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community!
These meetings provide a safe space for parents/guardians/anyone who needs additional support while caring for neurodiverse children. Our mission for this support group is to connect, share, and support one another on our journey.
First Thursday of month 7-8:30pm and Every third Wednesday from 7-8:30pm

Neurodivergent Group Exercise Class
2023-10-05 18:15 - 19:00, 2023-09-28 18:15 - 19:00, 2023-09-21 18:15 - 19:00, 2023-09-14 18:15 - 19:00, 2023-09-07 18:15 - 19:00 | YMCA Southdale, 7355 York Ave S, Edina, MN, 55435
Personal Trainer, Stephanie, will be starting a fitness class for neurodivergent people. Each class will be empowering, fun, and with no pressure. Movement can help our brains manage the day, reduce anxiety, and improve attention. These classes also provide social engagement which can be vital for mental health.
Classes will include Fun HIIT (no burpees), Strength Training (with or without weights), Yoga, Dance Cardio, Meditation, and maybe a few surprises.
Questions: Please contact Stephanie at stephanie.behrens@ymcamn.org
No sign up necessary as this is a pilot program. You need to be a member of the YMCA of the North (Twin Cities) to participate.
Class Meets:

Thursdays 6:15-7pm
Studio B

Storytime with Lynne - Gammelgården Museum of Scandia
2023-10-04 10:30 - 11:30 | Gammelgården Museum of Scandia, 20880 Olinda Trail North, Scandia, MN, 55073
The storytimes are held in the morning when the museum is quiet. There is a small group of children, so it is not overwhelming. Sensory kits and fidgets are available from Gammelgården Museum for use during storytime.
Join us for a FREE drop-in storytime in the Valkommen Hus that is open to all children!
Gammelgarden’s Director, Lynne Moratzka, will read stories to children that are either set in Sweden, written by Swedish authors, about immigrants, and/or about early life in Minnesota.
Parents/caregivers are asked to stay with their children.
Please let us know you are attending by registering at Eventbrite (there’s no cost for attending): https://tinyurl.com/storytimewithlynne

See Me Neurodiverse support meeting
2023-09-21 19:00 - 20:30 | See Me Neurodiverse, 6000 McColl Drive, Savage, MN, 55378
This is a support meeting for the parents and caregivers of the neurodiverse to share our journeys together and help spread our wealth of resources to the community!
See Me’s main event that we host is a Family/Caregiver Support Meeting. We meet for an in-person support group on the first Thursday and the third Wednesday of every month.
These meetings provide a safe space for parents/guardians/anyone who needs additional support while caring for neurodiverse children. Our mission for this support group is to connect, share, and support one another on our journey.

Saturday Fun/Respite Day
2023-09-09 13:00 - 17:00, 2023-08-12 13:00 - 17:00 | Laura Baker Services Association, 211 Oak Street, Northfield, MN, 55053
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 Saturday of the month for crafts, games, outdoor activities, and snacks. Sign-up on the LBSA website, https://www.laurabaker.org/services/family-support/
The events are designed to provide a few hours of respite for caregivers and social interaction for participants. Pre-registration is required. Families must complete an enrollment medical form prior to the event. $20 per person fee is charged for each event; fee waivers are available for those that qualify.

AuSM Coffee Club
2023-08-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2023-08-08 17:00 - 19:00 | Dogwood Coffee, 2700 University Ave W Suite 100, Saint Paul, MN, 55114, United States
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.

AuSM Summer Recreation
2023-08-17 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-08-10 13:00 - 15:00, 2023-08-03 13:00 - 15:00 | MN
AuSM will offer two sessions of morning and afternoon recreation programs that will meet in person at a variety of community venues once per week for five weeks. 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.
