Makerspace Open House
Makerspace Open House
Open house is to introduce you to the our shop and community and hang out in our lobby with fidgets and board games.
Free
Events for June 2024
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Neurodiversity rides on the Streetcar!
Neurodiversity rides on the Streetcar!
A special time for neurodiverse folks, families, and friends. Come ride in community, all neurologies and expressions welcome. Please let us support your accommodation wishes! The Depot and the platform are wheelchair accessible but the Streetcar built in 1908 has stairs. $3 ride or $7 unlimited, season passes available, age three and under free leahharp@gmail.com, […]
$3 – $7
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Autism Support Playdate
Autism Support Playdate
Join us for a monthly playdate with your kiddos! The June playdate will be held at the fully fenced-in playgrounds at Crystal Lake Education Center/Small Wonders Preschool in Lakeville. Future locations will vary depending on the time of year and weather, but we look forward to having you join us. Free. All events will be […]
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Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
These Zoom workshops are perfect for greater Minnesota participants and those who prefer online classes. The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success […]
Makerspace Open House
Makerspace Open House
Open house is to introduce you to the our shop and community and hang out in our lobby with fidgets and board games.
Free
4 events,
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Plain Language and Easy Read: An Introduction to Cognitively Accessible Formats
Plain Language and Easy Read: An Introduction to Cognitively Accessible Formats
This presentation will cover the basics of cognitive accessibility and cognitively accessible formats when writing for autistic people and other people with IDD.
$35 – $65
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]
AuSM Women’s Support Group
AuSM Women’s Support Group
Women with Autism Spectrum Disorder gather to discuss challenges, strategies, and topics unique to being a woman on the spectrum. This group is held virtually only.
Free
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Respite Saturday Fun Day
Respite Saturday Fun Day
Unwind and reset while your loved one enjoys Saturday Fun at Laura Baker Services Association at 1 p.m! This inclusive, four-hour event is catered to individuals ages five and older with intellectual or developmental disabilities. A $20 ticket will include snacks, activities, games and music while socializing and building new connections! Cost is $20. Fee […]
$20
Saturday Fun/Respite Day
Saturday Fun/Respite Day
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 […]
$20
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Sensory Friendly Sunday at the Walker Art Center
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 public, and sound and light levels will be adjusted, allowing […]
Sensory Friendly Event – Eagles Nest Indoor Playground
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 we have partnered with the Minnesota Autism Society to create […]
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Free Parent Education Event- Water Safety with SwimPossible
Free Parent Education Event- Water Safety with SwimPossible
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
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Behavior Frontiers Sensory-Friendly Animal Adventure with the MN Zoo!
Behavior Frontiers Sensory-Friendly Animal Adventure with the MN Zoo!
Join us for an unforgettable adventure at our Autism Center as we welcome the Minnesota Zoo for an exciting and educational experience! Get ready to embark on a journey filled with live animals, captivating storytelling, and interactive activities that are perfect for all ages. This event is free. Date: Wednesday, June 12, 2024 Time: 4-6pm […]
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
These Zoom workshops are perfect for greater Minnesota participants and those who prefer online classes. The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success […]
Makerspace Open House
Makerspace Open House
Open house is to introduce you to the our shop and community and hang out in our lobby with fidgets and board games.
Free
2 events,
AuSM LGBTQIA Support Group
AuSM LGBTQIA Support Group
Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder who identify as LGBTQIA gather to discuss topics related to the intersection of autism and gender/sexuality. This group is held virtually only.
Free
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]
1 event,
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A Year with Frog and Toad
A Year with Frog and Toad
CTC understands that patrons with Autism Spectrum Disorder and Sensory Processing Disorder have unique and varying sensory needs and sensitivities, as may individuals with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, anxiety, and other sensory, social, and cognitive disabilities and mental illnesses. CTC values creating accessible theatre experiences for all individuals in our community and is committed to increasing […]
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Sensory Friendly Saturday, Bell Museum
Sensory Friendly Saturday, Bell Museum
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 visitors. This is an in-person event at the Bell Museum […]
$15
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Social and Recreation Class: MN Zoo Ocean Odyssey
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.
$225
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Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike
Helping Your Child with ASD Learn to Ride a Bike
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.
$10 – $25
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Camp Hand in Hand 2024 Session 1
Camp Hand in Hand is held at Camp Knutson, north of Brainerd in Crosslake, Minn. on a peninsula between Trout Lake and Lower Whitefish Lake.
$1999
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
These Zoom workshops are perfect for greater Minnesota participants and those who prefer online classes. The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success […]
Makerspace Open House
Makerspace Open House
Open house is to introduce you to the our shop and community and hang out in our lobby with fidgets and board games.
Free
See Me Neurodiverse support meeting
See Me Neurodiverse support meeting
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 […]
5 events,
AuSM Professional Networking Group
AuSM Professional Networking Group
If you’re a professional who works with autistic clients – or are working towards your licensure so you can – AuSM’s Counseling and Consulting team has a resource to help you connect with therapists in our space. AuSM’s Professional Networking Group offers a chance for therapists to meet with other professionals who see clients with autism to ask questions, share cases, and build peer-to-peer relationships.
Free
AuSM Family Members of Adults on the Spectrum Support Group
AuSM Family Members of Adults on the Spectrum Support Group
Parents, caregivers, and other family members of individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (18+) gather to discuss challenges, triumphs, and strategies for support. This group is held virtually only.
Free
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]
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Freaky Friday: The Musical
Freaky Friday: The Musical
For every mainstage show in our season, Children’s Performing Arts hosts a relaxed performance. This allows patrons with sensory, social, physical, and cognitive needs to attend a production in a safe and welcoming environment. Modifications to this performance include lights remaining dim in the audience, elimination of intense lighting and sound effects, and audiences being […]
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Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella – sensory friendly
Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella – sensory friendly
When Ella meets a dragon-slaying young prince who is just assuming control of his government, Ella helps spark transformation and empower the disenfranchised in their kingdom. With the help of her fairy godmother, a pumpkin and a little magic and humor, Ella, Prince Topher and their generous friends will inspire and delight the whole family. […]
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Godspell Jr. sensory friendly, Duluth
Godspell Jr. sensory friendly, Duluth
Book by John Michael Tebelak, Music and Lyrics by Stephen Schwartz Come sing about love! Godspell, the beloved classic from Stephen Schwartz, the Grammy and Academy Award-winning composer of Wicked, retells the greatest story ever told. Enjoy one of the most enduring shows of all time with an eclectic blend of songs ranging in style from pop to […]
$10 – $15
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Social and Recreation Class: MN Zoo Photo Safari
Pack your field bag and camera (both provided) to explore Zoo animals and the countries their wild kin call home.
$225
2 events,
Camp Hand in Hand 2024 Session 2
Camp Hand in Hand is held at Camp Knutson, north of Brainerd in Crosslake, Minn. on a peninsula between Trout Lake and Lower Whitefish Lake.
$1999
4 events,
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
Virtual Summer MNprov Mixers
These Zoom workshops are perfect for greater Minnesota participants and those who prefer online classes. The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success […]
Makerspace Open House
Makerspace Open House
Open house is to introduce you to the our shop and community and hang out in our lobby with fidgets and board games.
Free
4 events,
AuSM Independent Adults with ASD Support Group
AuSM Independent Adults with ASD Support Group
Adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder gather in this typically larger group to support each other, socialize, and discuss common interests and concerns. This group is held virtually only.
Free
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
Summer MNprov Mixers – In Person Workshops
The MNprov MIXERS are a safe place for neurodivergent adults to have fun, meet new people, increase confidence and decrease stress. No experience is necessary. This event is free. Improv is inherently inclusive. All members are necessary for the success of the scene, and everyone’s offers are incorporated into the scene. The improv rule of […]
1 event,
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