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Sensory-Friendly Morning

Museum of Contemporary Art 220 East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

Sensory-Friendly Morning is a free program for all people who benefit from visiting the MCA without large crowds and other sensitive environmental elements. This event is hosted in close collaboration...

Free
Event Series Sensory Storytime

Sensory Storytime

Fountaindale Public Library 300 W Briarcliff Rd, Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Enjoy a welcoming and sensory-friendly storytime for children with autism, neurodivergence and physical disabilities. Please register so we can ensure a comfortable sensory experience. (All ages)

Free

Sensory Storytime and Play

Woodridge Public Library 3 Plaza Dr, Woodridge, IL, United States

This storytime program provides a modified environment and is intended for families with disabilities, on the autism spectrum, and/or sensory processing disorders.

Free
Event Series Wonder Works for Everyone

Wonder Works for Everyone

Wonder Works Children's Museum 6445 West North Avenue, Oak Park, IL, United States

During Wonder Works for Everyone play sessions, the museum opens an hour hourly for an accessible and inclusive environment. Each Wonder Works for Everyone session requires pre-registration for a limited...

Included in general admission
Event Series Sensory-Friendly Storytime

Sensory-Friendly Storytime

95th Street Library 3015 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL, United States

Enjoy a quieter, slower-paced storytime geared towards children with sensory issues who may be overwhelmed in a traditional storytime setting. Books and activities will be designed for children with sensory...

Event Series Family Sensory Hour

Family Sensory Hour

Elmhurst Public Library 125 S. Prospect Ave., Elmhurst, IL, United States

The Family Sensory Hour offers the opportunity for children with special needs to use the Kids' Library in a safe and welcoming environment before the Library opens. Live in-person. Registration...

Free
Event Series Adaptive Play Time

Adaptive Play Time

DuPage Children's Museum 301 N. Washington St., Naperville, IL, United States

DuPage Children’s Museum is dedicated to being an accessible, inclusive environment for children to thrive through extraordinary learning experiences. Adaptive Play Time provides a modified environment for play and learning...

Supported Storytime and Craft with Little Steps

Park Ridge Public Library 20 S Prospect Avenue, Park Ridge, IL, United States

Hosted by Little Steps Pediatric Therapy, this program targets age appropriate fine motor and communication skills. Tickets will be available at the Children's Services desk at 9:30am the morning of...

Free

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