Autism Speaks Iowa Resource Fair, August 27, 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., I-Cubs Stadium- Des Moines
Head to the I-Cubs Stadium on August 27th for an autism resource fair! Gain valuable information and learn about the resources available in Iowa! For a printable flyer and more information, click here.
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Iowa State Fair Sensory-Friendly Morning, Wednesday, August 16, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Iowa State Fairgrounds- Des Moines
Enjoy the Iowa State Fair with special sensory friendly accommodations including mitigation of noises as much as possible, designated educational areas, and trained volunteers. A complete list of Sensory-Friendly Morning activities is available at www.iowastatefair.org. Sensory-Friendly Morning is presented by ChildServe and morning programming is sponsored by Drake University.
Sensory Swims, Sunday, 19, & 26, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., Mt. Vernon Swimming Pool, Mt. Vernon
Head to the Mt. Vernon Swimming Pool each Sunday morning in August for a sensory friendly swim! Designed for children and adults who would benefit from a quieter atmosphere with no music, less patrons and a more calming experience. For more information, click here.
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Sensory Swims, Sunday, 19, & 26, 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., Mt. Vernon Swimming Pool, Mt. Vernon
Head to the Mt. Vernon Swimming Pool each Sunday morning in August for a sensory friendly swim! Designed for children and adults who would benefit from a quieter atmosphere with no music, less patrons and a more calming experience. For more information, click here.
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SAVE THE DATE!
2023 Autism Society of Iowa Fall Education Conference
and 35th Annual Live and Silent Benefit Auction
Friday, October 27, Sheraton West Des Moines
Save the date for the 2023 Autism Society of Iowa Fall Education Conference and 35th Annual Benefit Auction both being held on Friday, October 27, 2023, at the Sheraton Hotel West Des Moines. Keep an eye on our website and social media for updated information and registration details!
https://autismia.com/event/2023-fall-conference-and-resource-fair/
Check out the LGBTQ+ Mental Health Dialogues at the Mainframe Studios in Des Moines to discuss the issues LGBTQ+ populations face and the strengths LGBTQ+ people bring to Des Moines. Thursday, July 27th at 10am-12pm. Mainframe Studios (900 Keosaqua Way, Des Moines).
Count the Kicks is hosting a FREE Virtual Community Baby Shower on August 9th, 2023 at Noon CST through the generosity of 100 Women Who Care Ankeny!
Expectant parents in Iowa are invited to join us for COUNTdown to Baby, a fun and educational opportunity to learn more about Count the Kicks and our free movement monitoring app. Attendees will also learn about what to expect during labor and delivery, newborn basics, and much more!
Please help us share this FREE event with expectant parents in your community!
COUNTdown to Baby!
A Virtual Baby Shower for Expectant Parents in Iowa
Viewers who register and attend the shower will be entered to win newborn care bundles and other fun giveaways that will be distributed at a drive-up event on August 12th in Ankeny, IA!
August 9th, 2023 at Noon CST.
Community Baby Shower for Black Birthing Families on July 16th, 2023 at 2-4pm! This event will be held at Broadlawns Medical Center, Jenner Conference Room (1761 Hickman Road, Des Moines 50314). Check it out!
