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 Concert: Holiday Pops
Heniz Hall 600 Penn Avenue, Pittsburgh, PAGet in the holiday spirit with the entire family in an environment that is welcoming to all. Festive fidgets, a quiet room, hearing protection and ASL interpretation available. All tickets for this performance are $15. More information on the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra website
Sensory Friendly Nutcracker
The Benedum Center 237 7th Street, Pittsburgh, PA, United StatesCelebrate the most delightful time of year with the sweetest of holiday traditions, Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre’s The Nutcracker. Information and tickets on the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre website.
A Musical Christmas Carol
Byham Theater 101 6th Street, Pittsburgh, PAThe Pittsburgh CLO is hosting a sensory-friendly performance of A MUSICAL CHRISTMAS CAROL. This family-friendly holiday tradition will be adapted on Saturday, December 23 at 12pm for folks with sensitivities to various lighting and sound effects. More information on the Pittsburgh CLO website.
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
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
Autism Urban Connections: Managing Big Emotions Together W/Jessie Northrup, PhD
VirtualAutism Urban Connections hosts a series of excellent virtual trainings. January 16th is Managing Big Emotions.
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
Autism Urban Connections: Time to Ditch Those Diapers with Icylee Basketbill
VirtualAutism Urban Connections hosts a series of trainings for families, adults, and professionals. Join them for "Time to Ditch those Diapers" with Icylee Basketbill.
Free Seizure Recognition and First Aid Webinar
VirtualThe Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA is happy partner with Autism Connection to host a free webinar for community members and families on January 24th at 6pm. The presentation will include information about our organization and programs that we offer for the epilepsy community. We will also give a brief overview of epilepsy, seizure recognition, seizure types, treatments, and first aid. There will be time for discussion and questions at the end. This is a free webinar, but registration &hellip read more