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February 2024

Sensory Friendly Valentine’s Dance

February 24 @ 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Prairie Ridge Church- Ankeny, 825 NW 36th St
Ankeny, IA 50023 United States
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April 2024

April 3 Lunch and Learn- Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services

April 3 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Click here to register. Register today for the "Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services" Lunch and Learn being held on Wednesday, April 3, via Zoom. Presenters: Dr. James Williams, CRC, ACAS, Division Administrator, and Brandy McOmber, Progam Manager

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Autism & Communication Conference

April 5 @ 8:45 am - 3:30 pm

Click here to register. Autism Society of Iowa (ASI) and Meadowlark Psychiatric Services are hosting a 1- day virtual conference on Friday, April 5, 2024, focusing on Autism and communication.     Agenda 8:45 a.m.– Welcome 8:50 a.m. – Communication Across the Lifespan: Supporting Autistic Individuals’ Access and Participation presented by Jenny Brodell, M.A., CCC-SLP Objectives: Identify three core communication areas to support across the lifespan in Autistic individuals. Explain one supporting strategy to build skills in each core communication…

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April 10 Lunch and Learn- Internet Safety and Awareness on the Spectrum

April 10 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Click here to register. Register today for the "Internet Safety and Awareness on the Spectrum" Lunch and Learn being held on Wednesday, April 10, via Zoom. Presenter: Dr. Suzanne Richards, Ph.D.

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April 17 Lunch and Learn- Common Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders

April 17 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Click here to register. Register today for the "Common Interventions for Autism Spectrum Disorders" Lunch and Learn being held on Wednesday, April 17, via Zoom. Presenters: Leslie Rogers, M.S., CCC-SLP and Kristin Hanson, M.A., BCBA, LBA

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April 24 Lunch and Learn- Supporting Siblings

April 24 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Click here to register. Register today for the "Supporting Siblings" Lunch and Learn being held on Wednesday, April 24, via Zoom. Presenters: Ann Spaine, MS and Mary Chadwick

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May 2024

May 1 Lunch and Learn- Estate Planning for the Family Member with Autism

May 1 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Click here to register. Register today for the "Estate Planning for the Family Member with Autism" Lunch and Learn being held on Wednesday, May 1, via Zoom. Presenter: Dana Wortman, J.D.

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June 2024

Sensory Friendly Day at the Ballpark

June 9 @ 1:08 pm - 5:00 pm
Iowa Cubs Stadium, Principal Park, 1 Line Drive
Des Moines, IA, 50309
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Click here to purchase tickets!   The 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. The 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…

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September 2024

Sensory Friendly Showing of “Toy Story”

September 21 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Varsity Cinema, 1207 25th Street
Des Moines, IA 50311 United States
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To register, click here. Click here for a social story to help make your visit to Varsity Cinema a success for your loved one! Join us on Saturday, September 21, at 10:00 a.m. for a Sensory-Friendly showing of Toy Story at Varsity Cinema in Des Moines. Thanks to the generous support of the BWA Foundation, this event is free for all attendees! A small popcorn and medium drink will also be provided free for each attendee.

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October 2024

ASK Resource Center Family & Educator Partnership (FEP) Lunch and Learn

October 2 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

To register, click here.   Join us for a Lunch and Learn with Karen Thompson, Executive Director of the ASK Resource Center to: -Receive information on the whole-child services and supports available at ASK Resource Center. -Gain knowledge on the expansion of Family Support services available for children, youth, and young adults in need of or receiving special education services. -Learn how to refer families to ASK Resource Center.   Karen Thompson has worked in disability advocacy, rehabilitative training/counseling, and public program…

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