Hooray for Halloween

Hooray for Halloween

October 30 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Giovannetti Shelter

Come to the Giovannetti Community Shelter for a spooktacular night! Children should dress in their favorite costumes and bring a sack for trick-or-treat candy! We will make Halloween crafts, decorate Halloween cookies, and play Halloween games!! You must register.

Metro West Trunk or Treat

Metro West Trunk or Treat

October 28th from 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Metro West Learning Center, LLC 

They will provide a sensory-friendly experience for the community while also providing space and choice for children and families to enjoy themselves in a safe and understanding environment. Trained staff will be available for assistance and ready to engage the children in fun activities as they explore. Edible and non-edible trick-or-treat items for children will be available, as spooky-fun activities, and opportunities to get pictures taken as you enjoy yourselves.

Sensory Friendly Halloween Party

Sensory Friendly Halloween Party

October 27th from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m.

Des Moines Children’s Museum

Celebrate Halloween with a calmer and quieter time for kids and their families who may be sensory-sensitive. Play games and explore Halloween-themed sensory bins during this FREE event. Their calming area will also be available.

ASD Halloween Hoedown

ASD Halloween Hoedown

October 26th from 5:30-8:30 p.m.

Adventures in Social Development (ASD) in the Simpson Barn (Johnston)

All ages and abilities are welcome for sensory-friendly Halloween fun! Featuring: dance party with music by DJ Joe, face painting, games, food, silent auction, raffle, photo booth and more. RSVP on their website.

Sensory-Friendly Halloween with Midwest

October 26th from 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Midwest Autism Center

Waukee, IAJoin us for an evening of spooky, sensory-friendly fun at our 1st annual Halloween night! Stop by our Waukee campus for trick-or-treating, games, prizes, and more. This event is FREE and open to the whole community.

Our Bookshelf-February 29th Session 2

Check out this virtual program for parents and caregivers with children 3-6 years old to learn new ideas and activities to make reading fun for you and your child! After each session, families who participate will receive a free book. Join on Thursdays, February 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th. There will be a 1pm and 7pm session. Registration is required by January 31st. Sessions are 45-60 minutes. For Fremont and Page counties.

Our Bookshelf-February 29th Session 1

Check out this virtual program for parents and caregivers with children 3-6 years old to learn new ideas and activities to make reading fun for you and your child! After each session, families who participate will receive a free book. Join on Thursdays, February 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th. There will be a 1pm and 7pm session. Registration is required by January 31st. Sessions are 45-60 minutes. For Fremont and Page counties.

Our Bookshelf-February 22nd Session 2

Check out this virtual program for parents and caregivers with children 3-6 years old to learn new ideas and activities to make reading fun for you and your child! After each session, families who participate will receive a free book. Join on Thursdays, February 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th. There will be a 1pm and 7pm session. Registration is required by January 31st. Sessions are 45-60 minutes. For Fremont and Page counties.

Our Bookshelf-February 22nd Session 1

Check out this virtual program for parents and caregivers with children 3-6 years old to learn new ideas and activities to make reading fun for you and your child! After each session, families who participate will receive a free book. Join on Thursdays, February 8th, 15th, 22nd, and 29th. There will be a 1pm and 7pm session. Registration is required by January 31st. Sessions are 45-60 minutes. For Fremont and Page counties.