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Sensory-Friendly Playtime at KidsWork Children’s Museum of New Lenox - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Friendly Playtime at KidsWork Children’s Museum of New Lenox
Virtual – Parents Raising Children with Autism Support Group for English Speakers - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - Parents Raising Children with Autism Support Group for English Speakers
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Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign
“Sensory Friendly Science Time” at the Science Center - _12HSTARTTIME - "Sensory Friendly Science Time" at the Science Center
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Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Caregiver Support Group in Belleville - _12HSTARTTIME - Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Caregiver Support Group in Belleville
Virtual – Parents Raising Children with Autism Support Group for Spanish Speakers - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - Parents Raising Children with Autism Support Group for Spanish Speakers
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Webinar – “The Healing Power of Play” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "The Healing Power of Play"
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Webinar – “In the Heat of the Moment” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "In the Heat of the Moment"
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Family Support Group in Kankakee - _12HSTARTTIME - National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Family Support Group in Kankakee
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Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign
“Sensory Friendly Science Time” at the Science Center - _12HSTARTTIME - "Sensory Friendly Science Time" at the Science Center
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Epilepsy Recreational Support Group Game Day in Belleville - _12HSTARTTIME - Epilepsy Recreational Support Group Game Day in Belleville
Webinar – “Understanding Autism” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Understanding Autism"
Webinar – AAPD 2025 Fall Internship Program - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - AAPD 2025 Fall Internship Program
Webinar – “What is Dyslexia and Dyscalculia? Busting the Myths for Parents and Professionals” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "What is Dyslexia and Dyscalculia? Busting the Myths for Parents and Professionals"
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American Sign Language Class for Teens in Carterville - _12HSTARTTIME - American Sign Language Class for Teens in Carterville
The Autism Program at Easterseals (TAP) Social Theater Group in Machesney Park - _12HSTARTTIME - The Autism Program at Easterseals (TAP) Social Theater Group in Machesney Park
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Webinar – “Mindful Momentum: Breathing Through Transitions With Radiance Basden” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Mindful Momentum: Breathing Through Transitions With Radiance Basden"
Webinar – “Special Education Basics and Access to Assistive Tech in School” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Special Education Basics and Access to Assistive Tech in School"
Virtual – “SIBStastic Thursdays” for Individuals Supporting a Brother or Sister With a Disability - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - "SIBStastic Thursdays" for Individuals Supporting a Brother or Sister With a Disability
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Virtual – Advocate Children’s Hospital Sibshops for Teens - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - Advocate Children's Hospital Sibshops for Teens
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Virtual – Advocate Children’s Hospital Sibshops for Children - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - Advocate Children's Hospital Sibshops for Children
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Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign
Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in East Peoria and Peoria - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in East Peoria and Peoria
Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Milan - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Milan
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Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Educational Support Group in Belleville - _12HSTARTTIME - Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Educational Support Group in Belleville
Webinar – “Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)” in English and Spanish - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Functional Behavior Analysis (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)" in English and Spanish
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Webinar – A 30-Minute Message on “Advocating for Accommodations: School, Work and Daily Life” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - A 30-Minute Message on "Advocating for Accommodations: School, Work and Daily Life"
Webinar Series – “Getting Your Financial Ducks in a Row: Financial Considerations for Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar Series - "Getting Your Financial Ducks in a Row: Financial Considerations for Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families"
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Webinar – “An Overview of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "An Overview of the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)"
“What is PUNS?” In-Person Event in Bloomington - _12HSTARTTIME - "What is PUNS?" In-Person Event in Bloomington
Seminario Web en Espanol -“Tecnología para la Casa” - _12HSTARTTIME - Seminario Web en Espanol -"Tecnología para la Casa"
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Mobile Food Distribution in Mounds - _12HSTARTTIME - Mobile Food Distribution in Mounds
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Special Recreation Associations Across Illinois Offering Winter and Spring Programs - _12HSTARTTIME - Special Recreation Associations Across Illinois Offering Winter and Spring Programs
STAR NET Region V’s Winter Moms’ Retreat - _12HSTARTTIME - STAR NET Region V's Winter Moms' Retreat
Autism Awareness Night with the Rockford IceHogs - _12HSTARTTIME - Autism Awareness Night with the Rockford IceHogs
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Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign
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Webinar – “Transition Begins With an End in Mind” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Transition Begins With an End in Mind"
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Virtual – “23rd Annual QIDP Leadership Conference” - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual - "23rd Annual QIDP Leadership Conference"
Webinar – “Sign Language Basics: Talking with Your Hands” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Sign Language Basics: Talking with Your Hands"
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In-Person Workshop – “The Intersection of Trauma, Play and Learning” - _12HSTARTTIME - In-Person Workshop - "The Intersection of Trauma, Play and Learning"
The COMPASS Program Webinar Series - _12HSTARTTIME - The COMPASS Program Webinar Series
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Webinar – “Apoyo para Transición” (Transition Support) - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Apoyo para Transición" (Transition Support)
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Webinar – “Comprendiendo el Autismo y Apoyos Visuales” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Comprendiendo el Autismo y Apoyos Visuales"
Sensory-Friendly “Experience Decades Through Dance” in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - Sensory-Friendly "Experience Decades Through Dance" in Springfield
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Chicago Children’s Theatre Access Performances – “Manual Cinema’s ‘The Magic City'” - _12HSTARTTIME - Chicago Children's Theatre Access Performances - "Manual Cinema’s 'The Magic City'"
“Kids Bash 3” in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - "Kids Bash 3" in Springfield
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Elevate Trampoline Park’s Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign - _12HSTARTTIME - Elevate Trampoline Park's Sensory Sunday for Children with Disabilities in Champaign
“Sensory Friendly Science Time” at the Science Center - _12HSTARTTIME - "Sensory Friendly Science Time" at the Science Center
01 Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025    
8:00 am - 9:00 am
Monthly playtime in a quieter, sensory-friendly environment for children with sensory and developmental needs KidsWork Children’s Museum of New Lenox will host "Sensory-Friendly Playtime" on [...]
01 Jan
Wednesday, January 1, 2025    
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Find support and share experiences with other parents raising children with autism at this free monthly support group Join Easterseals Joliet Region's support group for [...]
05 Jan
Sunday, January 5, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park for Sensory Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Get some energy [...]
05 Jan
Sunday, January 5, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free sensory-friendly science time for people who need a calmer and quieter opportunity to explore Join the St. Louis Science Center for "Sensory Friendly Science [...]
07 Jan
Tuesday, January 7, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Caregiver Support Group” meets on the first Tuesday of [...]
07 Jan
Tuesday, January 7, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Find support and share experiences with other Spanish speaking parents and caregivers raising children with autism Join Easterseals Joliet Region's support group for "Parents Raising [...]
08 Jan
Wednesday, January 8, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:30 am
A free webinar for parents and professionals on using play as part of therapy and the different therapy models and their uses Join Lincoln Prairie [...]
09 Jan
Thursday, January 9, 2025    
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
A free webinar for caregivers on addressing children's meltdowns and challenging behavior without losing your cool Join STAR NET Region II and STAR NET Region [...]
09 Jan
Thursday, January 9, 2025    
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
A free in-person monthly support group for adults with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition Join the National Alliance [...]
12 Jan
Sunday, January 12, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park for Sensory Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Get some energy [...]
12 Jan
Sunday, January 12, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free sensory-friendly science time for people who need a calmer and quieter opportunity to explore Join the St. Louis Science Center for "Sensory Friendly Science [...]
14 Jan
Tuesday, January 14, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free event offering epilepsy support, friendships and fun playing your favorite games The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Recreational Support Group will host "Game [...]
14 Jan
Tuesday, January 14, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
A free opportunity for parents and professionals to learn about key features of autism spectrum disorder The Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD) [...]
14 Jan
Tuesday, January 14, 2025    
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Free webinar for anyone interested in applying for the 2025 AAPD Fall Internship Program Join the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) on Zoom [...]
14 Jan
Tuesday, January 14, 2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A free webinar for parents and professionals on understanding dyslexia, dyscalculia and what to look for in young learners. Join STAR NET Region V for [...]
15 Jan
Wednesday, January 15, 2025    
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Free opportunity for teens ages 12 to 18 to learn American Sign Language Learn American Sign Language (ASL) at the Anne West Lindsey Library! Free [...]
15 Jan
Wednesday, January 15, 2025    
5:15 pm - 6:15 pm
Free social theater group for youth with autism ages 14 to 22 and their siblings The Autism Program at Easterseals and Gateway Performing Arts will [...]
16 Jan
Thursday, January 16, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free webinar for caregivers, families, social workers and other professionals providing practical tips for relieving stress and elevating well-being in the new year Starting a [...]
16 Jan
Thursday, January 16, 2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A free webinar for parents and professionals covering special education basics and access to assistive technology in school The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) and [...]
16 Jan
Thursday, January 16, 2025    
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Free monthly virtual meeting for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Join Supporting [...]
17 Jan
Friday, January 17, 2025    
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Free, virtual educational and activity-based group for teens ages 12 and up who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate [...]
18 Jan
Saturday, January 18, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Free virtual educational and activity-based group for children ages 6 to 11 who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate [...]
19 Jan
Sunday, January 19, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park for Sensory Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Get some energy [...]
19 Jan
Sunday, January 19, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park for Sensory Sunday on Jan. 19 from 9 to 10 a.m. [...]
19 Jan
Sunday, January 19, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park in Milan for the next Sensory Sunday on Jan. 19. The [...]
21 Jan
Tuesday, January 21, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Educational Support Group” meets on the third Tuesday of [...]
21 Jan
Tuesday, January 21, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Free webinar focused on building skills for assessing, addressing and developing a process for dealing with challenging behaviors and improving outcomes The Arc of Illinois' Illinois [...]
22 Jan
Wednesday, January 22, 2025    
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Learn about legal protections and practical strategies to create inclusive environments in this free, 30-minute webinar for students, parents and professionals Join Family Matters Parent [...]
22 Jan
Wednesday, January 22, 2025    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A free three-part webinar series focusing on financial options and planning for people with disabilities and their families. JCFS Chicago Services for People with Disabilities [...]
23 Jan
Thursday, January 23, 2025    
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Learn about special education rights, services and more at this free webinar for parents and professionals Join STAR NET Region IV for "An Overview of [...]
23 Jan
Thursday, January 23, 2025    
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Learn about navigating Illinois' PUNS waitlist and services and supports into adulthood for people with disabilities at this free in-person event for caregivers McLean County [...]
23 Jan
Thursday, January 23, 2025    
5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Free webinar in Spanish providing an overview of "Technology for the Home." The Arc of Illinois’ Illinois Life Span Program and Family-to-Family Health Information Center [...]
24 Jan
Friday, January 24, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Mobile food distribution in Mounds for people with disabilities and families in need. The Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living (SICIL) and University of Illinois [...]
25 Jan
Saturday, January 25, 2025    
All Day
Check out cooking classes, sports and more for children and adults with disabilities at Special Recreation Associations statewide! Enrollment is going on now for winter [...]
25 Jan
Saturday, January 25, 2025    
All Day
A free retreat for moms of children with special needs Save the date for STAR NET Region V's "Winter Moms' Retreat: Self-Regulation is Self-Care!" on [...]
25 Jan
Saturday, January 25, 2025    
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Spend time enjoying an exciting hockey game and supporting services for children and youth with autism Join The Autism Program at Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and [...]
26 Jan
Sunday, January 26, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park for Sensory Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Get some energy [...]
27 Jan
Monday, January 27, 2025    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Learn how to start transition planning for children with disabilities as early as kindergarten at this free webinar for parents, self-advocates and professionals Join Family [...]
28 Jan
Tuesday, January 28, 2025    
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A virtual conference for professionals working with people with developmental disabilities and their families to explore social media, new technology, financial planning and more throughout [...]
28 Jan
Tuesday, January 28, 2025    
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
Come laugh, learn and fall in love with the language of sign! Join Illinois STAR NET Region V and STAR NET Region IV for "Sign [...]
29 Jan
Wednesday, January 29, 2025    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Free, in-person workshop exploring the impact of trauma on playing and learning in children with disabilities Join STAR NET Region II and the  La Grange [...]
29 Jan
Wednesday, January 29, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
A free, 10-week virtual program for parents and professionals providing training, resources and practical guidance for supporting children with disabilities Join Family Matters Parent Training [...]
30 Jan
Thursday, January 30, 2025    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A free webinar in Spanish for parents, professionals and self-advocates covering transition supports in special education The Family Matters Parent Information and Training Center (Family [...]
31 Jan
Friday, January 31, 2025    
12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Una serie de entrenamientos virtuales gratuita en español para familias y profesionales Join the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD) for "Comprendiendo el [...]
31 Jan
Friday, January 31, 2025    
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Enjoy traveling through decades of American history through dance at this sensory-friendly experience! Join the University of Illinois Performing Arts Center and Copper Coin Ballet [...]
01 Feb
Saturday, February 1, 2025    
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Accessible performances for children with disabilities and their families at the Chicago Children’s Theatre mainstage productions Join the Chicago Children's Theater for a sensory-friendly performance [...]
01 Feb
Saturday, February 1, 2025    
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
A free, fun, action-packed event for children and families! The Kiwanis Club of Springfield-Downtown is hosting "Kids Bash 3" on Feb. 1 from 10 a.m. to [...]
02 Feb
Sunday, February 2, 2025    
9:00 am - 10:00 am
A quieter jumping experience for children with disabilities and sensory-sensitivities Join Elevate Trampoline Park for Sensory Sunday from 9 to 10 a.m. Get some energy [...]
02 Feb
Sunday, February 2, 2025    
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Free sensory-friendly science time for people who need a calmer and quieter opportunity to explore Join the St. Louis Science Center for "Sensory Friendly Science [...]
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