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SUMMARY:Cultivating Hope Farms Easter Egg Drive-Thru
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \nWe are thrilled to once again partner with Cultivating Farms for their Drive-Thru Easter Egg Hunt! Hop into Spring with egg-citing surprises from the comfort and safety of your own vehicle. \nWhen: Saturday\, April 4th. 2:00-3:00pm. \nWhere: Raspberry Hill Bed and Breakfast Driveway\,  5500 240th St\, Ames\, Iowa 50014 \nQuestions: Contact Gina at (515) 210-5407
URL:https://autismia.com/event/cultivating-hope-farms-easter-egg-drive-thru/
LOCATION:Raspberry Hill Bed and Breakfast\, 5500 240th Street\, Ames\, IA\, 50014\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:ASI Night with the Iowa Wolves
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Iowa Wolves Basketball For All Night is an exciting evening of inclusive family fun. For this game\, we will be providing a special sensory-friendly environment\, which includes reduced PA volume\, limited light flashing\, and lowered music levels as we strive to create an enjoyable experience for everyone who loves basketball. \nIn partnership with the Autism Society of Iowa\, we are offering a special discounted ticket rate so all families can join us for a wonderful night out. \nGet your seats now to watch some great hoops and enjoy amazing family fun. Click Here for tickets! \nGo Wolves!!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/asi-night-with-the-iowa-wolves/
LOCATION:Casey’s Center\, 233 Center St\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309\, United States
CATEGORIES:Awareness Event,Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:2025 Fall Drive-Thru Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us on October 19th 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! \nHelp us plan and make sure every one receives a goody bag by registering for FREE here: Drive-Thru Registration
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2025-fall-drive-thru-event/
LOCATION:Valley Community Center\, 4444 Fuller Road\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:2025 Sensory Friendly Day at the Ballpark
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa Cubs are proud to partner with presenting sponsors Autism Society of Iowa and\nChildServe to host the second annual Sensory Friendly Game at the ballpark on Sunday\, June 29. \nThe home game will begin at 1:08 p.m. versus the Columbus Clippers. \nThe 2025 Sensory Friendly Game will provide an environment designed for children\, teens and\nadults with autism or sensory processing disorders in mind\, so families who have a member with\nspecial healthcare needs can visit\, play and enjoy the game. Special programming and activities\nare planned with modifications\, including the mitigation of sounds and motions as much as\npossible\, designated educational areas\, directional signage and trained volunteers throughout the\nstadium. \nCalming rooms will be available and staffed by ChildServe therapists to provide a safe space for\nthose who may need a break from stimulus at the ballpark. Engaging activities will also be\navailable for those who need to release energy to regulate their bodies\, including the opportunity\nto run the bases after the game. \nPlease join us on Sunday\, June 29! \n  \nClick Here to Purchase Tickets!\n\nClick Here for Social Story
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2025-sensory-friendly-day-at-the-ballpark/
LOCATION:Iowa Cubs Stadium\, Principal Park\, 1 Line Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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UID:5713-1745755200-1745762400@autismia.com
SUMMARY:Barefoot Autism Challenge Sensory Friendly Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/barefoot-autism-challenge-sensory-friendly-adventure/
LOCATION:Jester Park\, 11407 NW Jester Park Drive\, Granger\, IA\, 50109\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Awareness Event,Outdoor/Recreation,Sensory Friendly Event,Walk/Run
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SUMMARY:Siouxland Sensory-Friendly Swimming Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us Saturday\, March 1st\, from 6:00-8:00 PM for this sensory friendly swimming event brought to you by the Siouxland Autism Support Group! \n$3 per person or $10 for the whole family! \nEach participant must be accompanied by a family member/caregiver. \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/siouxland-sensory-friendly-swimming-event/
LOCATION:Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA | Siouxland Y\, 601 Riverview Dr\, South Sioux City\, NE\, 68776\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event,SPLASH/Swim
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UID:5303-1740236400-1740243600@autismia.com
SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Valentine's Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturday\, February 22 for a sensory-friendly Valentine’s Dance with a live DJ\, refreshments\, and photo ops! Lights will be turned up\, sounds turned down\, and sensory spaces available. \n$10 per participant OR $40 per family (families of 4 or more). All participants must be accompanied by a family member or caretaker. \nClick Here to register!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/sensory-friendly-valentines-dance-2/
LOCATION:Prairie Ridge Church- Ankeny\, 825 NW 36th St\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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UID:5089-1729440000-1729443600@autismia.com
SUMMARY:2024 Fall Drive Thru Event
DESCRIPTION:Registration for this event is now closed. \nJoin us on October 20 for a Drive Thru Fall Event in the Valley Church 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! \n 
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2024-fall-drive-thru-event/
LOCATION:Valley Church\, 4343 Fuller Road\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Recreation,Sensory Friendly Event
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UID:4994-1717938480-1717952400@autismia.com
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Day at the Ballpark
DESCRIPTION:Click here to purchase tickets!\n  \nThe Iowa Cubs are proud to partner with presenting sponsors Autism Society of Iowa and ChildServe to host the first-ever Sensory Friendly Game at the ballpark on Sunday\, June 9. The home game will begin at 1:08 p.m. versus the Toledo Mud Hens. \nThe 2024 Sensory Friendly Game will provide an environment designed for children\, teens and adults with autism or sensory processing disorders in mind\, so families who have a member with special healthcare needs can visit\, play and enjoy the game. Special programming and activities are planned with modifications\, including the mitigation of sounds and motions as much as possible\, designated educational areas\, directional signage and trained volunteers throughout the stadium. \nCalming rooms will be available and staffed by ChildServe therapists to provide a safe space for those who may need a break from stimulus at the ballpark. Engaging activities will also be available for those who need to release energy to regulate their bodies\, including the opportunity to run the bases after the game. \nPlease join us on Sunday\, June 9 for this inaugural event!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/sensory-friendly-day-at-the-ballpark/
LOCATION:Iowa Cubs Stadium\, Principal Park\, 1 Line Drive\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50309
CATEGORIES:Awareness Event,Outdoor/Recreation,Sensory Friendly Event
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UID:4964-1708781400-1708788600@autismia.com
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Valentine's Dance
DESCRIPTION:To register\, click here!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/sensory-friendly-valentines-dance/
LOCATION:Prairie Ridge Church- Ankeny\, 825 NW 36th St\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231022T171500
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UID:4910-1697992200-1697994900@autismia.com
SUMMARY:Drive Thru Fall Event
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register!\nJoin us on October 22 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! Goody bags will be passed out to the first 100 registered participants.
URL:https://autismia.com/event/drive-thru-fall-event/
LOCATION:Valley Community Center\, 4444 Fuller Road\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Recreation,Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:CANCELLED- SPLASH for Autism- Des Moines\, IA
DESCRIPTION:This event has been cancelled. We will update the website if it is rescheduled. \n  \nALL individuals with autism and their families/caregivers are invited to swim FREE of CHARGE! Please mark your calendars\, share this\, spread the word and plan to attend this family friendly-event! All children must be accompanied by an adult. For any questions\, please contact 515-327-9075 or autism50ia@aol.com. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Iowa \nTo download a flyer\, click here.
URL:https://autismia.com/event/splash-for-autism-des-moines-ia-3/
LOCATION:Northwest Aquatic Center\, 4915 Madison Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50310\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Recreation,Sensory Friendly Event,SPLASH/Swim
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190728T103000
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CREATED:20190707T003059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190707T003214Z
UID:3337-1564309800-1564317000@autismia.com
SUMMARY:SPLASH for Autism- Corning\, IA
DESCRIPTION:ALL individuals with autism and their families/caregivers are invited to swim FREE of CHARGE! Please mark your calendars\, share this\, spread the word and plan to attend this family friendly-event! All children must be accompanied by an adult. For any questions\, please contact 515-327-9075 or autism50ia@aol.com. Sponsored by the Autism Society of Iowa \nTo download a flyer\, click here.
URL:https://autismia.com/event/splash-for-autism-corning-ia-4/
LOCATION:Adams Community Aquatic Center\, 1400 John Ave\, Corning\, IA\, 50841\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor/Recreation,Sensory Friendly Event,SPLASH/Swim
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CREATED:20170511T222902Z
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UID:2176-1498395600-1498402800@autismia.com
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Sunday- Windsor Heights\, IA
DESCRIPTION:Sensory Friendly Sunday\nSunday\, June 25  1-3pm\nWalnut Creek YMCA\, 948 73rd Street\, Windsor Heights\, IA\, 50324 \nJoin us for an inclusive family environment for families and children with special needs. Visitors will be able to enjoy a designated sensory room\, light and sound reduction when possible\, bouncy houses in our youth gym and additional activities. The Easter Seals of Iowa will have a variety of sensory friendly toys available for use. The Animal Rescue League of Iowa will have TheraPets present. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Children are required to be supervised at all times. For more information\, please contact Joanna Gilmore\, Youth Development Coordinator\, at joanna.gilmore@dmymca.org.
URL:https://autismia.com/event/sensory-friendly-sunday-windsor-heights-ia/
LOCATION:Walnut Creek Family YMCA\, 948 73rd Street\, Windsor Heights\, IA\, 50324\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Kris Steinmetz":MAILTO:autism50ia@aol.com
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