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January 2026

Respite Weekend

January 13
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until January 11, 2026

One event on January 23, 2026 at 12:00 am

An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until January 25, 2026

Akron Area YMCA Rotary Camp, 4460 Rex Lake Drive
Akron, OH United States
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Campouts for children with disabilities. 

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Sensory Friendly Saturdays: Cleveland Art Museum

January 17
Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd.
Cleveland, 44106
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Guests on the autism spectrum, people experiencing dementia, and those with intellectual or developmental disabilities can participate in a calming museum experience. 9-10 a.m. 

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Adapted Movie Night: Frozen 2

January 18
Coventry Oaks Area, 40 Axline Ave.
Akron,
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An enjoyable and accessible movie experience for families with sensory needs. 5-8 p.m. 

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Sensory Hour

January 24
Greater Cleveland Aquarium, 2000 Sycamore Street
Cleveland, 44113
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The Aquarium will open an hour early just for guests with Autism Spectrum Disorders and sensory processing differences. 8:30-9:30 a.m. 

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Adapted Weekend Fun

January 31
Westlake Porter Public Library, 27333 CENTER RIDGE RD
WESTLAKE, OH 44145 United States
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Explore summertime fun through toys, sensory elements, music, movement and crafts. 11-11:45 a.m.

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February 2026

Adapted Farm Fun

February 7
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road
Kirtland,
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Guests with disabilities will experience milking a cow, grooming a horse, leading a sheep and meeting chickens up close. All animal lovers will have a blast. Each participant must be accompanied by an adult. The cost per individual is $20. 10-11:30 a.m.

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Adapted Farm Fun

February 7
Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road
Kirtland,
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Guests with disabilities will experience milking a cow, grooming a horse, leading a sheep and meeting chickens up close. Each participant must be accompanied by an adult. This program is designed for individuals with disabilities. 10-11:30 a.m. 

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Snowflake Dance

February 28
Pepper Pike Learning Center, 32000 Chagrin Blvd
Pepper Pike, OH
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A sensory-friendly and welcoming event for participants of all abilities, with thoughtful support in place to help everyone feel comfortable and included. This will be a joyful night of dancing, games, crafts, and more. Meet other families from the community and build new and meaningful relationships. 5-8:30 p.m. 

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