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SUMMARY:2026 Back to School Bash
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrate the beginning of another school year with a dance in a safe and accepting environment. \nLights will be turned up\, and the sound will be turned down. Sensory area opportunities with occupational therapists will be available. We’ll also have a live DJ\, and photo opportunities with backdrop and props! Cookies and water will be provided. \n$5 per participant OR $20 for a family of four or more. \n*Please Note: Each participant must be accompanied by a family member or caregiver. \nThis event is brought to you by: Autism Society of Iowa and AXIS Therapy Centers. \n  \nClick Here to Register!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2026-back-to-school-bash/
LOCATION:Prairie Ridge Church- Ankeny\, 825 NW 36th St\, Ankeny\, IA\, 50023\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:2026 Fall Drive-Thru
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday\, October 18 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 through! \nTo ensure we have enough goodies for all\, we ask that attendees register in advance. \n  \nClick Here to Register for Free!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2026-fall-drive-thru/
LOCATION:Valley Church\, 4343 Fuller Road\, West Des Moines\, IA\, 50265\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:2026 Benefit Auction
DESCRIPTION:  \nThe Autism Society of Iowa is holding its 38th Annual Benefit Auction to raise funds for those affected by Autism Spectrum Disorders in the state of Iowa. This annual event includes 100+ items up for bid including tickets to local events\, autographed sports items\, handmade quilts and gift baskets as well as a 50/50 raffle. \nNew This Year! We’ll be offering an exclusive online auction leading up to our in-person night of fun! Stay tuned for details. \n$20 per person or reserve a table of 10 for $200. \nSilent auction preview begins at 6:00pm with live auction kicking off at 7:00pm. \n*Note – all pre-ordered raffle tickets will be picked up and paid for in-person at the auction. \n\nRegistration Opens September 15!\n\nDiscounted hotel rates available through October 2nd by Clicking Here.
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2026benefitauction/
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser
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SUMMARY:2026 ASI Fall Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this year’s Fall Conference\,  More Than Words: Communication in Action. Featuring keynote speaker Jenny Brodell\, M.A.\, CCC-SLP\, this year’s conference will focus on supporting meaningful communication\, connection\, and self-expression across all stages of life. \nSessions will explore a variety of approaches that recognize and build upon individual strengths while also addressing diverse communication needs in the home\, school\, workplace\, and community settings. Attendees will gain practical insights into collaborative support strategies\, inclusive communication practices\, relationship-building\, and tools that promote independence and self-advocacy. \nDesigned for professionals\, caregivers\, educators\, service providers\, and self-advocates\, you won’t want to miss the opportunity to learn\, connect\, and discover at this year’s conference. \nDate: Friday\, November 6\, 2026\nTime: 8:00am – 3:30pm\nLocation: Sheraton West Des Moines\nCost: \nASI Member – $100\nNon-Member – $125\nAdult w/ Autism – $40 \n\nClick Here to Register!\nEarly Bird Discount: enter code 𝐅𝐀𝐋𝐋𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 for 20% off registration through September 15th!\n*Note – early bird discount only applies to ASI member and non-member registrations.\nAdults with Autism – if cost is a barrier\, please contact us. \n\n\nCEU Information: The Autism Society of Iowa is an accredited sponsor for CEU’s for Social Work #300 and Speech Language Pathology #191. This conference offers 4.5 credit hours of SLP CEU’s and 4.5 credit hours of SW CEU’s. \nDiscount hotel rooms available until October 3rd\, or until sold out. Click Here to reserve. \n  \n\n \n*Session times subject to change
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2026-fall-conference/
CATEGORIES:Advocacy,Education
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SUMMARY:2027 Autism Advocacy and Acceptance Day on the Hill
DESCRIPTION:More information to come!
URL:https://autismia.com/event/2027-autism-advocacy-and-acceptance-day-on-the-hill/
LOCATION:Iowa State Capitol\, 1007 E Grand Ave.\, Des Moines\, IA\, 50319\, United States
CATEGORIES:Advocacy
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