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May 2026

Sensory Friendly Saturdays

May 16
The Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd.
Cleveland,
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Every 3rd Saturday, enjoy adapted events to meet diverse sensory-processing needs. 9-10 a.m. 

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Adapted Sports Nights

May 18
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Monday, repeating until May 18, 2026

Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Road
Kirtland,
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Individuals with disabilities will throw mini javelins & softballs, run the obstacle course, kick soccer balls and more. Mondays 5:30-6:30 p.m. 

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Friendship Club

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

One event on June 13, 2026 at 12:00 am

Autism Society of Greater Akron, 2858 W. Market St.
Akron,
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Judgment-free social opportunity where caregivers and children with Autism connect. 2nd and 4th Saturdays. Ages 7-12. 10:30 a.m. 

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Inclusive Creative Movement Workshop

May 23
Reed Memorial Library, 167 East Main Street
Ravenna, 44266
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A fun, inclusive creative movement and dance class for ages 5-8. 10:30-11 a.m. 

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P.A.L.S. Sensory Friendly Movie: How to Train Your Dragon

May 30
Parma-Snow Branch Library, 2121 Snow Road
Parma, OH United States
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The sound is lower, the lights are brighter and talking is acceptable. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 

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June 2026

Growing and Grounded

June 4
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Thursday, repeating until July 23, 2026

Fairmount Center for the Arts, 8400 Fairmount rd
Novelty, 44072
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Learn grounding skills through expressive arts, gain self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn how to navigate challenges. Classes are facilitated by a licensed therapist. Participants will experience connection to self and others while exploring shared feelings, events, and circumstances. Children faced with challenges, including anxiety, inattention, hyperactivity, impulsivity, emotional dysregulation, and/or difficulty connecting with others, will benefit from this group. No previous arts experience needed. Ages 7-11. 

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Sensory Friendly Hours

June 7

A calmer, low-stimulation museum experience with reduced noise, lighting, and crowds. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 

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Sensory Cinema

June 22
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An event every week that begins at 12:00 am on Monday, repeating until July 27, 2026

Canton Palace Theatre, 605 Market Ave North
Canton, 44702
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A theater environment tailored to attendees with sensory processing challenges and their families. Lower levels of movie sound, theater lights remaining on, dietary sensitive offerings, trained staff and family restrooms. $2 per person, tickets available online and at the box office starting at 6 p.m. the day of the show. Groups of 10+ can complete our Group Form to reserve a spot, or call 330-454-8172 by the Friday before the movie. 6:30-8:30 p.m.

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