ACoP Events
Sensory Friendly Santa
Achieva 711 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesAutism Connection of PA is hosting a Sensory Friendly Santa on Saturday, December 9th at the Achieva office, 711 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh 15203. Free parking is available all around the building. Registration is limited to five families per one half (1/2) hour. Please choose an arrival time and bring a camera! Register Here!
Achieva 711 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United States
Autism Connection of PA is hosting Sensory Friendly Snow Fairies on Saturday, December 9th at the Achieva office, 711 Bingham Street, Pittsburgh 15203. Free parking is available all around the building. Registration is limited to five families per one half (1/2) hour. Please choose an arrival time and bring a camera! Register Here!
Late Diagnosis of Autism Support Group Meeting
VirtualVirtual support group meeting for adults diagnosed on the autism spectrum later in life. This meeting is open to people who believe they are autistic, and don't know where to turn for help. Register Here
Sensory Friendly Hour at Phipps Conservatory
Phipps Conservatory & Botanical Gardens 700 Frank Curto Drive, Pittsburgh, PAFamilies are invited to enjoy a peaceful walk through the Conservatory with sensory-friendly activities. In collaboration with the Autism Connection of Pennsylvania, Let’s Move Pittsburgh is hosting a Sensory Friendly Hour at Phipps on Mon., Jan. 8. Individuals with sensory concerns and their families are welcome to join our team for a self-guided tour of the conservatory, including engaging sensory-friendly Discovery Station activities along the way. To ensure a peaceful walk through the Conservatory, lights and sounds will be minimized. Participants &hellip read more
Disability is Not a Crime
VirtualJoin this webinar to learn best practices for law enforcement or other first responders when encountering and supporting people who have hidden disabilities like autism. Speakers include: Ethan Puskas is a seasoned EMT with lived experience being autistic Eric Kroll, 30 year veteran police officer and dad to a young man with autism Lu Randall, autism and counseling professional This is a free workshop, but registration is required. Register Here
Late Diagnosis of Autism Support Group Meeting
VirtualVirtual support group meeting for adults diagnosed on the autism spectrum later in life. This meeting is open to people who believe they are autistic, and don’t know where to turn for help. Register on Zoom
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Sensory Friendly Beauty and the Beast
The Benedum Center 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesExperience this timeless tale about the transformative power of love, played out against the backdrop of an enchanted forest full of magical creatures. PBT's sensory-friendly performances are relaxed and open to all. It is a judgment-free zone where theater staff and patrons accept (and expect) extra sound or movement in the audience and where they celebrate the many ways audience members can experience a live stage performance. Accommodations include lower sound levels, elimination of some special effects and house lighting &hellip read more
ARTfully UPlifting
PNC Theater 350 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh, United StatesARTfully UPlifting is a newly developed show uniting themes of hope, acceptance, and inclusion for sensory-friendly audiences. In a first-of-its-kind for Point Park University, the Conservatory of Performing Arts students will create a variety of live performances showcased in a concert style format. With a diverse offering of the sensational talents of our COPA students, each variety act will range from 90 seconds to 2 minutes in length. Audiences can expect a full-length showcase featuring something for everyone, and most importantly, &hellip read more
Introduction to Autism Virtual Workshop
VirtualIntroduction to Autism Wednesday, June 26 2:00pm - 4:00pm Getting any new diagnosis comes with the need to understand it. Learn the basics about autism, and get some take-home tips, from people who understand and have worked in this field for 20+ years. We will explain the details about autism and how brain differences help shape personality, likes, dislikes, fears, eating, sleeping, the senses, and communication. Please come and ask your questions, meet others with similar concerns and learn what &hellip read more
Spelled Communication: Insights and Access
VirtualSpelled Communication: Insights and Access Explore methods of communication that utilize letter boards or keyboards to spell intended messages. Local & regional resources will be shared. Presenter: Michelle Lubetsky, M.Ed., BCBA Lubetsky Consulting, LLC Oct 16, 2024 6:30 PM This is a free workshop. Register on Zoom