Sensory-Friendly Hours and Activities at the 2026 Illinois State Fair in Springfield

Thursday, August 13, 2026 - Monday, August 17, 2026, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

The Illinois State Fair offers free entertainment, sensory-friendly activities and a dedicated quiet zone for individuals with sensory-processing needs The 2026 Illinois State Fair is...

Your Child, Your Voice – “Know Your Rights, Lead with Confidence”

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Find the tools, confidence and knowledge needed to navigate the special education system successfully in this free webinar series for parents and caregivers of children...

Webinar Series – “Introduction to the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP)”

Thursday, August 13, 2026, 6:30 pm - 7:00 pm

A free four-part series providing an introduction to assistive technology and augmentative and alternative communication in short, 30-minute sessions throughout the year Join the Illinois...

“Bounce Back to School” Event in Champaign

Friday, August 14, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Have fun and get some energy out before heading back to school at this free family-focused event The Champaign Park District will host "Bounce Back...

“Storybook Adventure” at the Sensory Garden Playground in Lisle

Saturday, August 15, 2026, 12:00 am

Free Summer Saturdays at Sensory Garden Playground feature fun, exploration and all-inclusive play! The Wheaton Park District will host the final Summer Saturday of 2026...

Webinar – “Social Security: With You Through Life’s Journey”

Tuesday, August 18, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join this free workshop to learn about Social Security disability programs and benefits, eligibility requirements and the application process for people with disabilities Join The...

El seminario web – “¡Conoce Tus Opciones!”

Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

¿Recibió recientemente una carta de notificación temprana o una carta de selección de PUNS? Únase al Programa de Abogacía para Familias de The Arc of Illinois para “¡Conoce...

Webinar – “Charting the LifeCourse Monthly Lunch & Learn Series: Connecting Your Supports Star to the IEP Process”

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm

Learn about Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC), a practical, family-centered framework for planning across the lifespan, in this free webinar series Family Matters Parent Training and...

Boomers Autism Awareness Game Night in Schaumburg

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Spend a free family night out at a baseball game supporting autism awareness and cheering on the Boomers Join the Autism Hero Project at Autism...

Webinar – “Fueling the Warrior: The Power of the Plate” Illinois Statewide Sickle Cell Support

Thursday, August 20, 2026, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

A free Illinois Statewide Sickle Cell Support Group meeting focused on cooking together and learning how nutrition and other strategies can help manage sickle cell...