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Webinar – Support Our Siblings (S.O.S.) - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - Support Our Siblings (S.O.S.)
Sensory-Friendly ZooLights in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Friendly ZooLights in Chicago
Virtual Parent Meet-Up – “Language Acquisition and Access” - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual Parent Meet-Up - "Language Acquisition and Access"
Webinar – “Commonly Used Apps (Part II): Instagram & TikTok” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Commonly Used Apps (Part II): Instagram & TikTok"
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Webinar – “Envision IL: Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence with Disabilities” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Envision IL: Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence with Disabilities"
Webinar – “ABLE Accounts: Benefits of Having One and How They Work” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "ABLE Accounts: Benefits of Having One and How They Work"
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Secret Sleigh Project’s In-Home Santa Visits - _12HSTARTTIME - Secret Sleigh Project's In-Home Santa Visits
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Holiday Dance in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - Holiday Dance in Springfield
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Webinar – “Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights"
Meet & Greet with Santa in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - Meet & Greet with Santa in Springfield
Milk & Cookies with Santa in St. Louis – Chesterfield - _12HSTARTTIME - Milk & Cookies with Santa in St. Louis - Chesterfield
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Caring Santa at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg - _12HSTARTTIME - Caring Santa at Woodfield Mall in Schaumburg
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Secret Sleigh Project’s In-Home Santa Visits - _12HSTARTTIME - Secret Sleigh Project's In-Home Santa Visits
Webinar – “How to Apply for the Illinois Emergency Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF)” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "How to Apply for the Illinois Emergency Homeowner Assistance Fund (ILHAF)"
Webinar – “Transforming Aggressive Behaviors [Conscious Discipline]” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Transforming Aggressive Behaviors [Conscious Discipline]"
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Virtual Parent-to-Parent Discussion Group “Incorporating Soft Skills to your Child’s Education” - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual Parent-to-Parent Discussion Group "Incorporating Soft Skills to your Child's Education"
Easterseals Sensory Santa in Bloomington - _12HSTARTTIME - Easterseals Sensory Santa in Bloomington
Webinar – “Online Gaming: How Parents Can Level Up” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Online Gaming: How Parents Can Level Up"
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Webinar – “Educational Surrogate Parent Training” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Educational Surrogate Parent Training"
Webinar – “The Intersection of Future Planning and Special Education Transition Planning” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "The Intersection of Future Planning and Special Education Transition Planning"
Special Kids Day Visit with Santa in Elmhurst - _12HSTARTTIME - Special Kids Day Visit with Santa in Elmhurst
Webinar – “Autism Parent Workshop: Parents’ Survival Guide for the Holidays” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Autism Parent Workshop: Parents' Survival Guide for the Holidays"
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Webinar – “Peer to Peer: Bridging the Gap Through Self-Advocacy Curriculum” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Peer to Peer: Bridging the Gap Through Self-Advocacy Curriculum"
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Programa Ligas Family Advocate Talleres en Español: Conoce Tus Opciones! - _12HSTARTTIME - Programa Ligas Family Advocate Talleres en Español: Conoce Tus Opciones!
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Sensitive Santa Meet and Greet in Southern Illinois - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensitive Santa Meet and Greet in Southern Illinois
Sensory-Friendly Breakfast With Santa in Champaign - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Friendly Breakfast With Santa in Champaign
Chicago Children’s Theatre Access Weekend – “The Beatrix Potter Holiday Tea Party” - _12HSTARTTIME - Chicago Children's Theatre Access Weekend - "The Beatrix Potter Holiday Tea Party"
Webinar – “Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy: Special Education Rights” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy: Special Education Rights"
Deaf and Hard of Hearing Winter Festival in Belleville - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Winter Festival in Belleville
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Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Deaf Santa Claus in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - Breakfast with Mr. & Mrs. Deaf Santa Claus in Chicago
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Sensory-Friendly Wild Lights: Jingle Bears! Jingle Bears! Night at the St. Louis Zoo - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Friendly Wild Lights: Jingle Bears! Jingle Bears! Night at the St. Louis Zoo
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Webinar – “An Introduction to Client Assistance Program (CAP) at Equip for Equality (EFE)” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "An Introduction to Client Assistance Program (CAP) at Equip for Equality (EFE)"
Webinar – “Handling the Holidays – Managing Your Stress!” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Handling the Holidays - Managing Your Stress!"
Webinar – “Preventing Unwanted Online Solicitation” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Preventing Unwanted Online Solicitation"
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Sensory-Sensitive Cookies with Santa in Oak Park - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Sensitive Cookies with Santa in Oak Park
Dads Meeting Other Dads Virtual Meet-Up - _12HSTARTTIME - Dads Meeting Other Dads Virtual Meet-Up
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Virtual – Social Skills to Social Success Support Group - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - Social Skills to Social Success Support Group
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“A Christmas Carol” Event for Teens Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - "A Christmas Carol" Event for Teens Who Are Deaf and Hard of Hearing in Chicago
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Selfies with Santa in Winnebago - _12HSTARTTIME - Selfies with Santa in Winnebago
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Sweets With Santa Sensory Hour - _12HSTARTTIME - Sweets With Santa Sensory Hour
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Inclusive Winter Camp in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - Inclusive Winter Camp in Springfield
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Epilepsy Educational Support Group in Belleville - _12HSTARTTIME - Epilepsy Educational Support Group in Belleville
Fun for Everyone Holiday Event in Rockford - _12HSTARTTIME - Fun for Everyone Holiday Event in Rockford
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Deaf and Hard of Hearing Winter Youth Extravaganza in Chicago - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Winter Youth Extravaganza in Chicago
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Illinois Hands & Voices Virtual Family Fun Event - _12HSTARTTIME - Illinois Hands & Voices Virtual Family Fun Event
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Night Lights in Mahomet - _12HSTARTTIME - Night Lights in Mahomet
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29 Nov
Tuesday, November 29, 2022    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  A free webinar for parents, caregivers and individuals who want to understand the "why" and "how' of offering ongoing support to siblings of people [...]
29 Nov
Tuesday, November 29, 2022    
4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
  A sensory-friendly version of Lincoln Park Zoo's ZooLights event Enjoy a sensory-friendly evening at ZooLights on Nov. 29 from 4:30 to 10 p.m. The event [...]
29 Nov
Tuesday, November 29, 2022    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  A free, virtual parent meet-up for caregivers and parents of children who are deaf, deafblind or hard of hearing Join the Chicago Hearing Society [...]
29 Nov
Tuesday, November 29, 2022    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  A free digital safety webinar for students, parents, educators and community members on the commonly used apps Instagram and TikTok Join the Illinois Attorney [...]
30 Nov
Wednesday, November 30, 2022    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  A free webinar on an Illinois project to transform services for people with disabilities and Deaf people who have experienced domestic violence The University [...]
30 Nov
Wednesday, November 30, 2022    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  A free webinar for people with disabilities and their families to learn about Illinois ABLE accounts JCFS Chicago invites you to attend "ABLE Accounts: [...]
01 Dec
Thursday, December 1, 2022 - Saturday, December 10, 2022    
All Day
  Free, in-home visit from Santa for families with children who are medically fragile The Secret Sleigh Project coordinates volunteers to provide home visits with [...]
02 Dec
Friday, December 2, 2022    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
A free, holiday event open to anyone 8 and older with or without disabilities The Springfield Park District Special Recreation invites individuals with and without [...]
03 Dec
Saturday, December 3, 2022    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  A free webinar for parents, caregivers and young adults with a disability to better understand the Illinois education system and important steps to prepare [...]
03 Dec
Saturday, December 3, 2022    
10:30 am - 12:30 pm
A free, sensory-friendly drive-thru or in-person opportunity for children with disabilities to meet Santa Autism Support of Central Illinois invites you to their "Meet & [...]
Milk & Cookies with Santa in St. Louis - Chesterfield
Saturday, December 3, 2022    
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
A free, sensory-friendly event for individuals of all ages to enjoy holiday cheer! Easterseals Midwest invites you to Milk & Cookies with Santa, presented by [...]
04 Dec
Sunday, December 4, 2022    
8:30 am - 10:30 am
A Santa photo experience for children with disabilities Woodfield Mall is hosting "Caring Santa" events on Dec. 4 and Dec. 11 from 8:30 to 10:30 [...]
05 Dec
Monday, December 5, 2022 - Wednesday, December 7, 2022    
All Day
  Free information sessions for homeowners applying for the Illinois Emergency Homeowner Assistance Fund program Do you plan to apply for help from the Illinois [...]
05 Dec
Monday, December 5, 2022    
6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
  A free webinar for parents/caregivers and educators on transforming aggressive and difficult behaviors into success Join Illinois Star Net - Northern Region II's Fall [...]
06 Dec
Tuesday, December 6, 2022    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
  A monthly, lunchtime opportunity using Facebook Live for parents of children with special needs to discuss topics of interest Family Matters Parent Training and [...]
06 Dec
Tuesday, December 6, 2022    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  A free event for families with children with disabilities to visit with Santa! Easterseals Central Illinois is hosting Sensory Santa on Dec. 6 and [...]
06 Dec
Tuesday, December 6, 2022    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  A free digital safety webinar for students, parents, educators and community members about popular online games and their risks Join the Illinois Attorney General's [...]
07 Dec
Wednesday, December 7, 2022    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  A free webinar for individuals interested in becoming an Educational Surrogate Parent for children with disabilities The Arc of Illinois' Family to Family Monthly [...]
07 Dec
Wednesday, December 7, 2022    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  A free webinar for individuals and families about planning for secure and fulfilling futures for and with their loved one with a disability Join [...]
07 Dec
Wednesday, December 7, 2022    
3:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A free, drive-thru event with Santa for children with disabilities and their families Santa will join Special Kids Day for a very merry holiday party [...]
07 Dec
Wednesday, December 7, 2022    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  A free webinar featuring strategies and tips to help parents and caregivers of children with autism and neurological differences keep their cheer during the [...]
08 Dec
Thursday, December 8, 2022    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
  A free webinar for self-advocates and disability service providers who want to learn how to support survivors of abuse and help them get the [...]
09 Dec
Friday, December 9, 2022    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Para los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021, sus familiares y defensores, venga con nosotros! Dec. 9 at 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. [...]
10 Dec
Saturday, December 10, 2022 - Sunday, December 11, 2022    
All Day
  A free, sensory-friendly opportunity to meet Santa The Autism Society of Southern Illinois' "Sensitive Santa Meet and Greet" will be held on Dec. 10 [...]
10 Dec
Saturday, December 10, 2022    
9:00 am - 11:00 am
A sensory-friendly breakfast with Santa for children with disabilities Join the Champaign-Urbana Autism Network for a sensory-friendly breakfast with Santa on Dec. 10 from 9 [...]
10 Dec
Saturday, December 10, 2022    
9:30 am - 11:30 am
A weekend of accessible performances for children with disabilities and their families at the Chicago Children’s Theatre mainstage productions Join the Chicago Children’s Theatre for [...]
10 Dec
Saturday, December 10, 2022    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  Free webinar focusing on skills for effective parent advocacy The Family Resource Center on Disabilities' (FRCD) Special Education Rights webinar series continues with "Skills [...]
10 Dec
Saturday, December 10, 2022    
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
An event filled with holiday fun for students who are deaf or hard of hearing and their families! The Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative (BASSC [...]
11 Dec
Sunday, December 11, 2022    
11:30 am - 2:00 pm
An event featuring Mr. and Mrs. Deaf Santa Claus for children and families with all types of hearing loss The Chicago Park District Deaf and [...]
12 Dec
Monday, December 12, 2022    
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
  A sensory-friendly evening at the St. Louis Zoo Wild Lights event for children with disabilities Join the St. Louis Zoo and event sponsor U.S. [...]
13 Dec
Tuesday, December 13, 2022    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  A free webinar providing an overview of vocational rehabilitation services and employment rights for individuals with disabilities Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center [...]
13 Dec
Tuesday, December 13, 2022    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  A free webinar for parents and caregivers covering strategies and techniques to help with holiday stress The Arc of Illinois' Illinois Life Span (ILS) [...]
13 Dec
Tuesday, December 13, 2022    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
  A free digital safety webinar for students, parents, educators and community members on preventing unwanted solicitation Join the Illinois Attorney General's Office, Internet Crimes [...]
14 Dec
Wednesday, December 14, 2022    
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
An evening with Santa for families with children who are sensory-sensitive The Park District of Oak Park and West Suburban Special Recreation Association (WSSRA) are [...]
14 Dec
Wednesday, December 14, 2022    
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
  A virtual opportunity for dads and father figures of children who are deaf or hard of hearing across Illinois to meet Illinois Hands & [...]
15 Dec
Thursday, December 15, 2022    
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  A monthly social skills to social success support group for youth ages 14 to 22 Join The Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center's [...]
16 Dec
Friday, December 16, 2022    
4:30 pm - 10:30 pm
A teen outing that includes a live performance of "A Christmas Carol" for students who are deaf or hard of hearing Join the Chicago Park [...]
17 Dec
Saturday, December 17, 2022    
12:00 am
  A free event for children with disabilities and their families to have fun and take photos with Santa Join The Autism Program (TAP) at [...]
18 Dec
Sunday, December 18, 2022    
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
A sensory-friendly holiday event featuring Santa and other activities for children with disabilities and their families Lighthouse Autism Center is hosting "Sweets With Santa Sensory [...]
19 Dec
Monday, December 19, 2022 - Friday, December 23, 2022    
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
An inclusive day camp featuring fun activities for a wide range of individuals The Springfield Park District is hosting Winter Camp from 7:30 a.m. to [...]
20 Dec
Tuesday, December 20, 2022    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
The Epilepsy Foundation of  Greater Southern Illinois' next Epilepsy Educational Support Group is on Dec. 20 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The group is [...]
20 Dec
Tuesday, December 20, 2022    
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  A free holiday event for children with disabilities and their immediate families to experience the museum, seasonal activities and signing Santa! Discovery Center is [...]
28 Dec
Wednesday, December 28, 2022    
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
Winter-themed arts and crafts, games, ice skating and more Join the Chicago Park District Deaf and Hard of Hearing Programs for the "Winter Youth Extravaganza" [...]
30 Dec
Friday, December 30, 2022    
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  A free virtual event for families with children who are deaf or hard of hearing Illinois Hands & Voices Guide By Your Side is [...]
31 Dec
Saturday, December 31, 2022    
4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Free holiday light display in Mahomet The Champaign County Forest Preserve District invites area families to tour "Night Lights" from 4 to 8 p.m. each [...]
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Mahomet