Clive Aquatic Center Sensory Swims

Clive Aquatic Center Sensory Swims

This program is for families wanting a quieter swim experience! All music, jets, fountains, and spray features will be turned off to create a sensory-friendly environment. Waterslides will stay on.

Dates: Wednesdays – June 4, August 6, August 13

Time: 9:30-11:00am

Fee: $5.00/person or season pass

No pre-registration needed.

For more information, contact Lindsey at LPhelps@cityofclive.com

Sensory Friendly Day at the I-Cubs

Save the date for this year’s Sensory-Friendly Day at the Ballpark sponsored by the Iowa Cubs, ChildServe, and Autism Society of Iowa!

When: Sunday, June 29th, 1:00 PM (Gates open at 12:00)

Where: Principal Park, Des Moines

Tickets: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Sensoryfriendlygame2025

May Parent Cafe

Check out this Parent Café happening virtually on May 13^th from 4:30-6pm for adults/caregivers/parents that have a child in their life! To register text or call 712-355-2615 by May 12^th at 4pm. See flyer for more information!

From Hurt to Healing: How Our Community Can Support Survivors of Sexual Violence

Safe Center of Iowa is hosting: From Hurt to Healing: How Our Community Can Support Survivors of Sexual Violence. April 24, 2025 12:30pm-1:30pm at the Drake Library Reading Room

Please view the flyer: http://www.polkdecat.com/Drake%20Flyer.pdf

Annual Psychological Trauma & Juvenile Justice Conference

SAVE THE DATE!! Orchard Place presents – 15^th Annual Psychological Trauma & Juvenile Justice Conference. June 10^th & 11^th. Holiday Inn Airport Des Moines.

Prevent Child Abuse Conference

Registration Now Open!! Prevent Child Abuse Iowa is hosting 2025 State Child Abuse Prevention Conference. April 29^th & 30^th 2025 at the FFA Enrichment Center in Ankeny.

For more information view: http://www.polkdecat.com/PCA%20Conference%202025.pdf or visit here to register: https://site.pheedloop.com/event/CAPC2025/home/?blm_aid=158056448

Orchard Place: Cup of Calm Parent Cafe

Orchard Place: Cup of Calm Parent Café. April 30, 2025 6:30pm-8:30pm. 620 8^th, Des Moines, IA 50309

Food & Childcare will be provided and door prizes for all who attend. Please view the flyer: http://www.polkdecat.com/Orchard%20Place%20Cafe.pdf

Barefoot Autism Challenge Sensory Friendly Adventure!

“Join our friends from the Barefoot Autism Challenge for a Sensory Friendly Adventure! Learn more about the Barefoot Autism Challenge, take a sensory friendly hike, win prizes in the scavenger hunt, or enjoy activities in the shelter.

This FREE event occurs Sunday, April 27th from 12-2 PM at Jester Park. Registration is required to help us plan for food and drink. “

Visit here for for more information, map to shelter, and to register: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/96asg3k/lp/9cad4a22-426a-4c9d-8a33-8e7599820f51?source_id=1e4f8969-3d11-4d64-817a-e9323c3032c8&source_type=em&c=f-UiM-UfrPPfnN-hgdvxU-0SRetgv7kPBkQtwh0oPxqLDg3pNpG2VQ==

LGBTQIA+ Parent Cafe

http://www.polkdecat.com/Parent%20Cafe%20English.pdf