Massachusetts Special-Needs Event Calendar
This page lists all Events. Visit Tabs at the top of this page for events on a Specific Disability.
Sep 9 – Nov 11 all-day 
12:00 am Wayland, September 9th – November 11th, 2018. ACEing Autism is a tennis programs for kids with ASD disorders ages 5 – 10 and 11 – 18 to have fun and learn how to play tennis, develop motor[...] Sep 12 – Nov 7 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, September 12th – November 7th, 2018. Are you the parent of a child diagnosed with Autism? Do you want to provide support and resource knowledge to other caregivers with a child on the spectrum? Do you[...] Sep 15 – Oct 27 all-day 
12:00 am South Shore Support Services, Weymouth, September 15th – October 27th, 2018. For individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their sibling ages 11-15 years old. Designed to help young people strengthen their self esteem and practice[...] Sep 22 – Dec 8 all-day 12:00 am Shrewsbury, September 22nd – December 8th, 2018. ACEing Autism is a tennis programs for kids with ASD disorders ages 5 – 10 and 11 – 18 to have fun and learn how to play tennis, develop motor[...] Sep 25 – Nov 13 all-day 
12:00 am Springfield, MA, September 25th – November 13th, For teens and young adults with special needs, ages 14 – 16. Acquire the skills needed to participate in community basketball programs. Participants learn dribbling, passing, shooting and[...] Sep 25 – Nov 27 all-day 
12:00 am Uxbridge, September 25th – November 27th, 2018. Free. For children, teens and young adults with autism. This is a great way to practice social skills through role playing and activities with peers in a supportive environment.[...] Sep 27 – Nov 15 all-day 
12:00 am Springfield, MA, September 27th – November 15th, 2018. A certified music therapist will engage special-needs children with a unique way communicating and sharing through music. The therapist will create a song from whatever your child says, utters[...] Oct 1 – Nov 15 all-day 
12:00 am Worcester, 2019 Application deadline is November 15th, 2018. Free. This three-part, two-day overnight series provides education to persons with a family member with special needs. Participants learn about taking initiative and enacting leadership to effect policy change[...] Oct 8 – Nov 22 all-day 
12:00 am Springfield, MA, October 8th – November 22nd, 2018. A new sensory motor program in collaboration with Bay Path University. Children will be grouped in ages 4-6 and 7-10.. Work on and enhance their fine and gross[...] Oct 11 – Oct 30 all-day 
12:00 am For Metrowest Families Only. Deadline is October 30th, 2018. For families in the greater MetroWest area who are caring for a loved one with a disability. Families benefit by applying funds towards anything that will help[...] Oct 15 – Dec 10 all-day 
12:00 am Springfield, MA, October 15th – December 10th, 2018. Class will consist of 3 weeks of Gross Motor Movement, 3 weeks of Art, and 3 weeks of Cooking. Art class will include different tactile materials. Cooking class[...] Oct 15 – Dec 3 all-day 
12:00 am Springfield, MA, October 15th – December 3rd, 2018. For teens and young adults males with special needs, ages 14 – 26. This class gives male adults a 45 minute workout of stretching and strength building, utilizing steps,[...] Oct 23 all-day 
12:00 am Turner Free Library in Randolph, October 23rd, 2018. The Disability Law Center is the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy Agency for Massachusetts. The Protection and Advocacy system is a national network of disability rights agencies investigating[...] Oct 23 all-day 
12:00 am Braintree, October 23rd, 2018. Free. Part of The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore “The Journey of Autism” series. Each attendee will receive a tote bag and binder to organize all documents[...] Oct 24 all-day 
12:00 am Lynnfield, MA, October 24th, 2018. Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental family dinners at restaurants. Join this Halloween Monster Munch Dinner Party where costumes are encouraged, a buffet dinner, trick or treating and activities for the kids.[...] Oct 25 all-day 12:00 am Watertown, October 25th, 2018. For post-high school adults only with an ASD diagnosis. The Asperger /Autism Network of New England will host a Halloween party that features games, music, contests, costumes, cookie decorating, socializing and other[...] Oct 25 – Dec 20 all-day 
12:00 am Bridgewater, October 25th – December 20th, 2018. For youths between the ages of 10-15 with high functioning Autism, Asperger’s, PDD-NOS, and other related disorders. Participants will work on reading skills and social skills, engaging in weekly[...] Oct 25 all-day 
12:00 am Westwood, October 25th, 2018. Family Support & Family Autism Center at The Arc of South Norfolk’s IEP Clinic is offering appointments for an Individual Consultation for Your Child’s IEP. This will be a 50-minute appointment with an Educational[...] Oct 25 all-day 
12:00 am Richard J. Murphy School in Dorchester, October 25th, 2018. Hosted by the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPEDPAC). This workshop will focused on supporting your unique child. It will include social and emotional skill[...] Oct 25 all-day 
12:00 am Providence, RI, October 25th, 2018. Temple Grandin, is the author of “Thinking in Pictures”, “The Autistic Brain”, and an adult with autism who is also a professor of animal science at Colorado State University and[...] Oct 26 all-day 
12:00 am Worcester, October 26th, 2018. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors and Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. This[...] Oct 27 all-day 
12:00 am Waltham, October 27th, 2018. A day of magic, sensory friendly crafts, and learning about autism research opportunities. Those that have already joined SPARK Research study are also still welcome to join in on a day of fun[...] Oct 28 all-day 12:00 am Peabody, October 28th, 2018. Free and Open to the public. The Recreational and Education Center’s Sensory-Friendly Halloween party allow youth to practice Trick-or-Treating in a safe environment with activities and prizes. Wearing costumes is encouraged, treat[...] 
12:00 am Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, November 1st, 2018. Free and open to the public. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Victor Hernandez will review vital resources available to families of students with special needs. These publicly-funded services and supports[...] Nov 1 2018 – Jan 4 2019 all-day 
12:00 am Rockport, MA, Application deadline: November 1st, 2018. Free. The Northeast Family Leadership Series focuses on providing families with the vision, knowledge, and leadership skills they need to live in their communities as naturally and typically as[...] Nov 3 all-day 
12:00 am UConn Health Center, Farmington, CT, November 3rd, 2018. Teaching Pro-Social Behaviors, Motivating Learning and Exploring Future Independence Strategies for all Ages is for families, educators, therapists, and providers who care for children and adults with fragile x-associated disorders[...] Nov 3 all-day 
12:00 am Logan Airport, Boston, November 3rd, 2018. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the stress of airline travel. By getting comfortable with the airport[...] Nov 5 all-day 
12:00 am Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s offices, Malden, MA, November 5th, 2018. The Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals will hold a a public comment period to solicit input on proposed changes to BSEA Hearing[...] Nov 5 – Dec 3 all-day 
12:00 am Fall River, November 5th, 2018. Free. For middle and high school students. The RELATE meetup for middle and high schoolers of all abilities looks to celebrate neurodiversity and the hope that anyone looking for a group[...] Nov 5 all-day 
12:00 am Advocates in Framingham, November 5th, 2018. Free, For those 18 and older or their guardians and caregivers, not currently on the Sec. 8 waiting list, and wishing assistance to sign up, Autism Housing Pathways holds a[...] Nov 5 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, November 5th, 2018, 4:30 p.m. Enjoy a quieter experience with all your favorite marine animals. Designed specifically for those with special sensory processing needs, this event will use soft lighting, limit the use of microphones,[...] Nov 5 all-day 
12:00 am Fowler Library in Concord, MA, November 5th, 2018. Is it a challenge to cook a meal that your whole family will eat? Is dinnertime a battleground? Is your picky eater refusing to eat anything but her[...] Nov 6 all-day 
12:00 am Acton, November 6th, 2018, 1:30 – 4:30. Pre-registered families are given free admission. Explore both museums during this special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. During these special Sensory-Friendly hours, although[...] 
12:00 am Georgetown Peabody Library, November 6th, 2018. The Georgetown SEPAC hosts Dr. Jef Drayer, who will present Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder- Diagnosis, Evaluation and Treatment. Dr. Jeff Drayer is a licensed psychologist and Certified Health Services Provider. His[...] 12:00 am Braintree, November 6th & 13th, 2018. Free. Part of The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore “The Journey of Autism” series. Behavioral Strategies: There will also be time for individual questions and specific[...] Nov 7 all-day 
12:00 am Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...] Nov 7 – Dec 19 all-day 
12:00 am Bridgewater, November 7th – December 19th, 2018. Free. For all ages. For those that are a reader or want to gain confidence in reading. Therapy dogs allow for a relaxed non-judgmental atmosphere, where participants can solely[...] Nov 7 all-day 
12:00 am Waltham, December 7th, 2018. Eavan Miles-Mason, a Pediatric Neuropsychologist and Licensed Psychologist, and Paige Hamilton-Read, a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Neuropsychology will cover the hows and whys of a neuropsychological evaluation. Topics include: What exactly is a[...] Nov 8 all-day 12:00 am Shrewsbury Public Library, November 8th, 2018. Free. Ask questions regarding the special education process, regulations, IEPs, evaluations, meetings, rejection, etc. Any special education or concern is open for discussion. Hosted by the Westborough and Shrewsbury SEPACs.[...] Nov 10 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 10th, 2018. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 6 – 8 and 10 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including[...] Nov 10 all-day 12:00 am Bridgewater, November 10th, 2018. A Voice at the Table:Understanding & Improving Your Child’s IEP is designed by parents for parents. Includes We’re Special Needs Parents, Too, with Jon Cash, Assistant Professor of Special Education, and Melissa Winchell, Assistant[...] Nov 13 all-day 
12:00 am Windham, NH, November 13th, 2018. The event will feature a discussion led by Dr. William Mautz about executive function skills and effective strategies for students with executive function difficulties. The lecture will be followed by a[...] Nov 13 all-day 
12:00 am Plymouth, November 13th, 2018. Free. Parent forum in conjunction with Autism and Law Enforcement Education Coalition (ALEC), that will focus on issues such as wandering, internet safety, disclosure to local first responder agencies and tools available to[...] 12:00 am Braintree, November 6th & 13th, 2018. Free. Part of The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore “The Journey of Autism” series. Behavioral Strategies: There will also be time for individual questions and specific[...] Nov 14 all-day 
12:00 am Pittfield, Berkshire County Arc. Open to all people interested Autism services. Please join the members of The Autism Collaborative of Berkshire County for its monthly meeting to discuss Autism in our county. Topics will include services available,[...] Nov 14 all-day 
12:00 am Cambridge, November 14th, 2018. Private screening and panel discussion for those affected with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism is hosting this screening and discussion of Extraordinary People, which tells the[...] Nov 17 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 17th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...] Nov 17 all-day 12:00 am Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 17th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...] Nov 17 all-day 12:00 am Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 17th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...] 
12:00 am Acton, November 17th, 2018, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Free. Just for families with members on the autism spectrum. Your family can explore the museum while it is closed to the general public. The Children’s Discovery Museum and[...] Nov 17 all-day 12:00 am Acton, November 17th, 2018, 1:30 – 4:30. Explore both museums during this special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. During these special Sensory-Friendly hours, although the museum is open to[...] Nov 19 – Dec 17 all-day 12:00 am Fall River, November 19th – December 17th, 2018. A game-play based social skills group for children ages 7-9. Games will be used to work on improving social communication skills, following conversational rules, understanding facial expressions[...] Nov 27 all-day 
12:00 am Turner Free Library, Randolph, November 27th, 2018. Free. Speaker Amy Weinstock was a former chair of the Insurance Committee of Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts (AFAM), and played a key role in the passing of An Act[...] Nov 28 all-day 12:00 am Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...] Dec 1 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 1st, 2018. For kids with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders, 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program. December’s Class Description- Wonderful Weaving: Weaving, sewing,[...] Dec 1 all-day 
12:00 am Gardner, December 1st, 2018, 2 p.m. performance. For children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental, cognitive and physical disabilities and their families and caretakers. A judgment-free, fun experience for the entire family. *[...] Dec 5 all-day 12:00 am Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...] Dec 10 all-day 
12:00 am Boston, December 10th, 2018. Free and open to the public. The Commission is charged with investigating the range of services necessary for individuals with ASD to achieve full potential across their lifespan, including issues related to:[...] Dec 15 all-day 12:00 am Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 15th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...] Dec 19 all-day 12:00 am Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...] Dec 19 all-day 
12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...] Jan 16 all-day 12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...] 
12:00 am Plymouth, January 22nd, 2019. For parents and educators. Executive function is an umbrella term used to describe a set of cognitive processes that are necessary for emotional and behavioral control. Learn how executive functioning skills play a[...] Feb 20 all-day 12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...] Feb 21 all-day 
12:00 am Plymouth, February 21st, 201. A person’s ability to communicate has been a defining characteristic of autism. Many correlate a person’s degree of autism severity with their level of speech impairment. When an “Autistic” is articulate, the assumptions,[...] Mar 20 all-day 12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...] 
12:00 am April 9th, 2019. The Georgetown SEPAC hosts Attorney Tim Sindelar, who will discuss the Basics Extended Year Services over the summer for a special-needs child. An extended year program may be identified if the student has demonstrated or is likely[...] Apr 11 all-day 
12:00 am Plymouth, April 11th, 2019. Free. Featuring adult with autism Patricia Menzel. Embracing The Strengths Of Autism While Sharing Positive Management Strategies For An Enriched Autistic Life follows Patti’s undiagnosed years, institutionalizations, and initial response to an[...] Apr 17 all-day 12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...] 
12:00 am Andover, MA, May 9th, 2018. Sleep is one of many factors that can influence the daily lives of families raising children with autism spectrum disorder. This presentation will review two recent studies from the Sleep and[...] May 15 all-day 12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...] Jun 19 all-day 12:00 am Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
Sep 9 – Nov 11 all-day
12:00 am
Wayland, September 9th – November 11th, 2018. ACEing Autism is a tennis programs for kids with ASD disorders ages 5 – 10 and 11 – 18 to have fun and learn how to play tennis, develop motor[...]
Sep 12 – Nov 7 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, September 12th – November 7th, 2018. Are you the parent of a child diagnosed with Autism? Do you want to provide support and resource knowledge to other caregivers with a child on the spectrum? Do you[...]
Sep 15 – Oct 27 all-day
12:00 am
South Shore Support Services, Weymouth, September 15th – October 27th, 2018. For individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities and their sibling ages 11-15 years old. Designed to help young people strengthen their self esteem and practice[...]
Sep 22 – Dec 8 all-day
12:00 am
Shrewsbury, September 22nd – December 8th, 2018. ACEing Autism is a tennis programs for kids with ASD disorders ages 5 – 10 and 11 – 18 to have fun and learn how to play tennis, develop motor[...]
Sep 25 – Nov 13 all-day
12:00 am
Springfield, MA, September 25th – November 13th, For teens and young adults with special needs, ages 14 – 16. Acquire the skills needed to participate in community basketball programs. Participants learn dribbling, passing, shooting and[...]
Sep 25 – Nov 27 all-day
12:00 am
Uxbridge, September 25th – November 27th, 2018. Free. For children, teens and young adults with autism. This is a great way to practice social skills through role playing and activities with peers in a supportive environment.[...]
Sep 27 – Nov 15 all-day
12:00 am
Springfield, MA, September 27th – November 15th, 2018. A certified music therapist will engage special-needs children with a unique way communicating and sharing through music. The therapist will create a song from whatever your child says, utters[...]
Oct 1 – Nov 15 all-day
12:00 am
Worcester, 2019 Application deadline is November 15th, 2018. Free. This three-part, two-day overnight series provides education to persons with a family member with special needs. Participants learn about taking initiative and enacting leadership to effect policy change[...]
Oct 8 – Nov 22 all-day
12:00 am
Springfield, MA, October 8th – November 22nd, 2018. A new sensory motor program in collaboration with Bay Path University. Children will be grouped in ages 4-6 and 7-10.. Work on and enhance their fine and gross[...]
Oct 11 – Oct 30 all-day
12:00 am
For Metrowest Families Only. Deadline is October 30th, 2018. For families in the greater MetroWest area who are caring for a loved one with a disability. Families benefit by applying funds towards anything that will help[...]
Oct 15 – Dec 10 all-day
12:00 am
Springfield, MA, October 15th – December 10th, 2018. Class will consist of 3 weeks of Gross Motor Movement, 3 weeks of Art, and 3 weeks of Cooking. Art class will include different tactile materials. Cooking class[...]
Oct 15 – Dec 3 all-day
12:00 am
Springfield, MA, October 15th – December 3rd, 2018. For teens and young adults males with special needs, ages 14 – 26. This class gives male adults a 45 minute workout of stretching and strength building, utilizing steps,[...]
Oct 23 all-day
12:00 am
Turner Free Library in Randolph, October 23rd, 2018. The Disability Law Center is the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy Agency for Massachusetts. The Protection and Advocacy system is a national network of disability rights agencies investigating[...]
Oct 23 all-day
12:00 am
Braintree, October 23rd, 2018. Free. Part of The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore “The Journey of Autism” series. Each attendee will receive a tote bag and binder to organize all documents[...]
Oct 24 all-day
12:00 am
Lynnfield, MA, October 24th, 2018. Autism Eats provides autism-friendly, non-judgmental family dinners at restaurants. Join this Halloween Monster Munch Dinner Party where costumes are encouraged, a buffet dinner, trick or treating and activities for the kids.[...]
Oct 25 all-day
12:00 am
Watertown, October 25th, 2018. For post-high school adults only with an ASD diagnosis. The Asperger /Autism Network of New England will host a Halloween party that features games, music, contests, costumes, cookie decorating, socializing and other[...]
Oct 25 – Dec 20 all-day
12:00 am
Bridgewater, October 25th – December 20th, 2018. For youths between the ages of 10-15 with high functioning Autism, Asperger’s, PDD-NOS, and other related disorders. Participants will work on reading skills and social skills, engaging in weekly[...]
Oct 25 all-day
12:00 am
Westwood, October 25th, 2018. Family Support & Family Autism Center at The Arc of South Norfolk’s IEP Clinic is offering appointments for an Individual Consultation for Your Child’s IEP. This will be a 50-minute appointment with an Educational[...]
Oct 25 all-day
12:00 am
Richard J. Murphy School in Dorchester, October 25th, 2018. Hosted by the Boston Special Education Parent Advisory Council (SPEDPAC). This workshop will focused on supporting your unique child. It will include social and emotional skill[...]
Oct 25 all-day
12:00 am
Providence, RI, October 25th, 2018. Temple Grandin, is the author of “Thinking in Pictures”, “The Autistic Brain”, and an adult with autism who is also a professor of animal science at Colorado State University and[...]
Oct 26 all-day
12:00 am
Worcester, October 26th, 2018. Open to caregivers and professionals such as Early Interventionists, Early Childhood Educators, Nurses, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Special Education Teachers, Psychologists, Social Workers, Mental Health Counselors and Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists. This[...]
Oct 27 all-day
12:00 am
Waltham, October 27th, 2018. A day of magic, sensory friendly crafts, and learning about autism research opportunities. Those that have already joined SPARK Research study are also still welcome to join in on a day of fun[...]
Oct 28 all-day
12:00 am
Peabody, October 28th, 2018. Free and Open to the public. The Recreational and Education Center’s Sensory-Friendly Halloween party allow youth to practice Trick-or-Treating in a safe environment with activities and prizes. Wearing costumes is encouraged, treat[...]
12:00 am
Lincoln-Sudbury Regional High School, November 1st, 2018. Free and open to the public. Deputy Assistant Commissioner Victor Hernandez will review vital resources available to families of students with special needs. These publicly-funded services and supports[...]
Nov 1 2018 – Jan 4 2019 all-day
12:00 am
Rockport, MA, Application deadline: November 1st, 2018. Free. The Northeast Family Leadership Series focuses on providing families with the vision, knowledge, and leadership skills they need to live in their communities as naturally and typically as[...]
Nov 3 all-day
12:00 am
UConn Health Center, Farmington, CT, November 3rd, 2018. Teaching Pro-Social Behaviors, Motivating Learning and Exploring Future Independence Strategies for all Ages is for families, educators, therapists, and providers who care for children and adults with fragile x-associated disorders[...]
Nov 3 all-day
12:00 am
Logan Airport, Boston, November 3rd, 2018. Free. A program specifically designed to support families of children with autism, creating a travel test run to help ease the stress of airline travel. By getting comfortable with the airport[...]
Nov 5 all-day
12:00 am
Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s offices, Malden, MA, November 5th, 2018. The Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals will hold a a public comment period to solicit input on proposed changes to BSEA Hearing[...]
Nov 5 – Dec 3 all-day
12:00 am
Fall River, November 5th, 2018. Free. For middle and high school students. The RELATE meetup for middle and high schoolers of all abilities looks to celebrate neurodiversity and the hope that anyone looking for a group[...]
Nov 5 all-day
12:00 am
Advocates in Framingham, November 5th, 2018. Free, For those 18 and older or their guardians and caregivers, not currently on the Sec. 8 waiting list, and wishing assistance to sign up, Autism Housing Pathways holds a[...]
Nov 5 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, November 5th, 2018, 4:30 p.m. Enjoy a quieter experience with all your favorite marine animals. Designed specifically for those with special sensory processing needs, this event will use soft lighting, limit the use of microphones,[...]
Nov 5 all-day
12:00 am
Fowler Library in Concord, MA, November 5th, 2018. Is it a challenge to cook a meal that your whole family will eat? Is dinnertime a battleground? Is your picky eater refusing to eat anything but her[...]
Nov 6 all-day
12:00 am
Acton, November 6th, 2018, 1:30 – 4:30. Pre-registered families are given free admission. Explore both museums during this special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. During these special Sensory-Friendly hours, although[...]
12:00 am
Georgetown Peabody Library, November 6th, 2018. The Georgetown SEPAC hosts Dr. Jef Drayer, who will present Overview of Autism Spectrum Disorder- Diagnosis, Evaluation and Treatment. Dr. Jeff Drayer is a licensed psychologist and Certified Health Services Provider. His[...]
12:00 am
Braintree, November 6th & 13th, 2018. Free. Part of The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore “The Journey of Autism” series. Behavioral Strategies: There will also be time for individual questions and specific[...]
Nov 7 all-day
12:00 am
Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...]
Nov 7 – Dec 19 all-day
12:00 am
Bridgewater, November 7th – December 19th, 2018. Free. For all ages. For those that are a reader or want to gain confidence in reading. Therapy dogs allow for a relaxed non-judgmental atmosphere, where participants can solely[...]
Nov 7 all-day
12:00 am
Waltham, December 7th, 2018. Eavan Miles-Mason, a Pediatric Neuropsychologist and Licensed Psychologist, and Paige Hamilton-Read, a Postdoctoral Fellow in Pediatric Neuropsychology will cover the hows and whys of a neuropsychological evaluation. Topics include: What exactly is a[...]
Nov 8 all-day
12:00 am
Shrewsbury Public Library, November 8th, 2018. Free. Ask questions regarding the special education process, regulations, IEPs, evaluations, meetings, rejection, etc. Any special education or concern is open for discussion. Hosted by the Westborough and Shrewsbury SEPACs.[...]
Nov 10 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 10th, 2018. For kids with Autism Spectrum Disorders, ages 6 – 8 and 10 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program for Autism Spectrum, including[...]
Nov 10 all-day
12:00 am
Bridgewater, November 10th, 2018. A Voice at the Table:Understanding & Improving Your Child’s IEP is designed by parents for parents. Includes We’re Special Needs Parents, Too, with Jon Cash, Assistant Professor of Special Education, and Melissa Winchell, Assistant[...]
Nov 13 all-day
12:00 am
Windham, NH, November 13th, 2018. The event will feature a discussion led by Dr. William Mautz about executive function skills and effective strategies for students with executive function difficulties. The lecture will be followed by a[...]
Nov 13 all-day
12:00 am
Plymouth, November 13th, 2018. Free. Parent forum in conjunction with Autism and Law Enforcement Education Coalition (ALEC), that will focus on issues such as wandering, internet safety, disclosure to local first responder agencies and tools available to[...]
12:00 am
Braintree, November 6th & 13th, 2018. Free. Part of The Autism Resource Center of The Arc of the South Shore “The Journey of Autism” series. Behavioral Strategies: There will also be time for individual questions and specific[...]
Nov 14 all-day
12:00 am
Pittfield, Berkshire County Arc. Open to all people interested Autism services. Please join the members of The Autism Collaborative of Berkshire County for its monthly meeting to discuss Autism in our county. Topics will include services available,[...]
Nov 14 all-day
12:00 am
Cambridge, November 14th, 2018. Private screening and panel discussion for those affected with an Autism Spectrum Disorder. The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism is hosting this screening and discussion of Extraordinary People, which tells the[...]
Nov 17 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 17th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...]
Nov 17 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 17th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...]
Nov 17 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, November 17th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...]
12:00 am
Acton, November 17th, 2018, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Free. Just for families with members on the autism spectrum. Your family can explore the museum while it is closed to the general public. The Children’s Discovery Museum and[...]
Nov 17 all-day
12:00 am
Acton, November 17th, 2018, 1:30 – 4:30. Explore both museums during this special free early afternoon for families with children on the autism spectrum. During these special Sensory-Friendly hours, although the museum is open to[...]
Nov 19 – Dec 17 all-day
12:00 am
Fall River, November 19th – December 17th, 2018. A game-play based social skills group for children ages 7-9. Games will be used to work on improving social communication skills, following conversational rules, understanding facial expressions[...]
Nov 27 all-day
12:00 am
Turner Free Library, Randolph, November 27th, 2018. Free. Speaker Amy Weinstock was a former chair of the Insurance Committee of Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts (AFAM), and played a key role in the passing of An Act[...]
Nov 28 all-day
12:00 am
Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...]
Dec 1 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 1st, 2018. For kids with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders, 8 – 12. Artful Healing and Beyond the Spectrum offer a specially designed program. December’s Class Description- Wonderful Weaving: Weaving, sewing,[...]
Dec 1 all-day
12:00 am
Gardner, December 1st, 2018, 2 p.m. performance. For children and adults with sensory input disorders, autism, or other developmental, cognitive and physical disabilities and their families and caretakers. A judgment-free, fun experience for the entire family. *[...]
Dec 5 all-day
12:00 am
Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...]
Dec 10 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, December 10th, 2018. Free and open to the public. The Commission is charged with investigating the range of services necessary for individuals with ASD to achieve full potential across their lifespan, including issues related to:[...]
Dec 15 all-day
12:00 am
Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, December 15th, 2018. For teens with Autism Spectrum and Aspergers Disorders ages 13 to 18. Focus on specific art topics and incorporate discussion, critical inquiry, and sketching in the galleries. Students[...]
Dec 19 all-day
12:00 am
Lowell, every other Wednesday in Spring 2018. For those with children up to the age of 6. The NFI Family Resource Center of Lowell serves all family members and offer specialized services for youth who[...]
Dec 19 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
Jan 16 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
12:00 am
Plymouth, January 22nd, 2019. For parents and educators. Executive function is an umbrella term used to describe a set of cognitive processes that are necessary for emotional and behavioral control. Learn how executive functioning skills play a[...]
Feb 20 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
Feb 21 all-day
12:00 am
Plymouth, February 21st, 201. A person’s ability to communicate has been a defining characteristic of autism. Many correlate a person’s degree of autism severity with their level of speech impairment. When an “Autistic” is articulate, the assumptions,[...]
Mar 20 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
12:00 am
April 9th, 2019. The Georgetown SEPAC hosts Attorney Tim Sindelar, who will discuss the Basics Extended Year Services over the summer for a special-needs child. An extended year program may be identified if the student has demonstrated or is likely[...]
Apr 11 all-day
12:00 am
Plymouth, April 11th, 2019. Free. Featuring adult with autism Patricia Menzel. Embracing The Strengths Of Autism While Sharing Positive Management Strategies For An Enriched Autistic Life follows Patti’s undiagnosed years, institutionalizations, and initial response to an[...]
Apr 17 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
12:00 am
Andover, MA, May 9th, 2018. Sleep is one of many factors that can influence the daily lives of families raising children with autism spectrum disorder. This presentation will review two recent studies from the Sleep and[...]
May 15 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
Jun 19 all-day
12:00 am
Paul Pratt Memorial Library in Cohasset. This is an inclusive program and parents and siblings/friends are welcome to participate. All ages and abilities are welcome. Families may enjoy popular children’s stories paired with a therapeutic[...]
