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April is Autism Awareness Month: Local Resources
There are many resources in Northeast Ohio for individuals who are on the autism spectrum.
One such resource, The Cleveland Clinic, offers two state-of-the-art autism facilities dedicated to treatment, education and research for children, adolescents, young adults and families dealing with autism spectrum disorders. Individual programs are developed for each child, depending on his or her needs.
Events This Week
April 15, 2018 - April 22, 2018
This Week Navigation
April 15 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
I-X Indoor Amusement Park
April 15 @ 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
This annual springtime event offers a full day of smiles, thrills and family fun, all at a budget-friendly price. I-X Indoor Amusement Park is jam-packed with more than 20 acres of rides, games, food and attractions all under one roof with fun for the whole family.
April 15
Dana Schutz: Eating Atom Bombs
April 15
Created mostly in the past year, the works reflect the turbulent political atmosphere experienced in the United States in the wake of the 2016 election.
April 15 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun Kaneko: Blurred Lines
April 15 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the groundbreaking, monumental works of internationally renowned artist Jun Kaneko.
April 15 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 15 @ 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
April 15 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
It Shoulda Been You
April 15 @ 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
This is a sweet and wild musical farce with blushing brides, nervous grooms, overbearing moms, unexpected guests and plenty of crazy twists and turns.
April 16 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 16 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
This Land Is Your Land: Family Storytimes about Diversity
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
Environmental Justice
A storytime for the whole family!
April 16
Rock Art for Earth Day
April 16
Make our world a little more beautiful by creating a custom-decorated rock to hide, share or display.
April 16 - April 22
We Love Our Earth
April 16 - April 22
Celebrate our amazing earth with crafts and games, and learn something.
April 17 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 17 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
April 17 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun Kaneko: Blurred Lines
April 17 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the groundbreaking, monumental works of internationally renowned artist Jun Kaneko.
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
This Land Is Your Land: Family Storytimes about Diversity
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
Environmental Justice
A storytime for the whole family!
April 16 - April 22
We Love Our Earth
April 16 - April 22
Celebrate our amazing earth with crafts and games, and learn something.
April 17
Rock Art for Earth Day
April 17
Make our world a little more beautiful by creating a custom-decorated rock to hide, share or display.
April 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 18 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
April 18 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun Kaneko: Blurred Lines
April 18 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the groundbreaking, monumental works of internationally renowned artist Jun Kaneko.
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
This Land Is Your Land: Family Storytimes about Diversity
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
Environmental Justice
A storytime for the whole family!
April 16 - April 22
We Love Our Earth
April 16 - April 22
Celebrate our amazing earth with crafts and games, and learn something.
April 18
Rock Art for Earth Day
April 18
Make our world a little more beautiful by creating a custom-decorated rock to hide, share or display.
April 19
Spring Native Wildflower Challenge
April 19
Enjoy this challenge as a means to get you outside and enjoy the unfolding of nature in Medina County Parks as you search for common native spring wildflowers.
April 19 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Painting Explorations
April 19 @ 11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Little ones (ages 1-3) with a favorite adult explore homemade paint recipes with a variety of kid-friendly painting tools and toys in an open creative environment.
April 19 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 19 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
April 19 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun Kaneko: Blurred Lines
April 19 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the groundbreaking, monumental works of internationally renowned artist Jun Kaneko.
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
This Land Is Your Land: Family Storytimes about Diversity
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
Environmental Justice
A storytime for the whole family!
April 20 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 20 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
April 20 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun Kaneko: Blurred Lines
April 20 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the groundbreaking, monumental works of internationally renowned artist Jun Kaneko.
April 20 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Winter Concerts in the Barn
April 20 @ 7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Every Friday through May 11, Mapleside will host a concert in its brand-new 8,000-square-foot barn fully equipped with all modern conveniences.
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
This Land Is Your Land: Family Storytimes about Diversity
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
Environmental Justice
A storytime for the whole family!
April 16 - April 22
We Love Our Earth
April 16 - April 22
Celebrate our amazing earth with crafts and games, and learn something.
April 21 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Frank Lloyd Wright: Architecture of the Interior
April 21 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
A traveling exhibition exploring the design of Frank Lloyd Wright’s houses, features reproduction drawings, photographs, and photographic murals that explore what many consider Wright’s greatest architectural accomplishment.
April 21 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
Jun Kaneko: Blurred Lines
April 21 @ 11:00 am - 5:00 pm
See the groundbreaking, monumental works of internationally renowned artist Jun Kaneko.
April 21 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Camp Cheerful Open House
April 21 @ 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Summer is coming, so this is the perfect time to check out summer day camp or overnight camp opportunities for children and adults with disabilities.
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
This Land Is Your Land: Family Storytimes about Diversity
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am - April 22, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
Environmental Justice
A storytime for the whole family!
April 16 - April 22
We Love Our Earth
April 16 - April 22
Celebrate our amazing earth with crafts and games, and learn something.
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There are many resources in Northeast Ohio for individuals who are on the autism spectrum.
One such resource, The Cleveland Clinic, offers two state-of-the-art autism facilities dedicated to treatment, education and research for children, adolescents, young adults and families dealing with autism spectrum disorders. Individual programs are developed for each child, depending on his or her needs.
My name is Sondra Williams, I am a wife, mother, grandmother, national speaker, and advocate for myself and others. Lastly, I am autistic. Autism does not define me; it describes only a part of me.
